Ben and Eric’s Podcast

Jess is back and with them comes a plethora of recommendations like this one, Wallis Island. Our triumvirate dive deep into what makes this movie so heartwarming and hilarious, and what can happen with a shoestring budget and a hell of a lot of talent. Then, its Disney's $300 million dollar season of galactic rebellion. We talk about how it builds on last season, where exactly it carries us in...

We're taking a look at The Apartment this episode, deep dive wise. Our hosts are a little late to the game but are now less excited to talk about a classic piece of moviemaking. We discuss the legacy this film left behind, if that holds up today, and our own theories on this movie's time and place. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews a...

A Ryan Coogler blues movie scored by Ludwig Gorannson? Michael B. Jordan, twice? Irish Vampires? What more could any fan ask for? Our hosts dive deep on what's hottest right now, discussing the "controvetial" ownership of Sinners, as well as its undeniable musical numbers and powerful symbolism. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie review...

CALL ON MEEEEE! Today's episode is a discussion about Alex Garland's newest movie with a special guest! Jess joins us as we discuss the message behind the film and and just how political this movie is. Then, MobLand, a new show with pod favorite Tom Hardy. Guy Ritchie's show is on Paramount + and features a strong ensamble cast and a loose plot surrounding the English criminal underground, a famil...

On today's episode Eric's coworker Charlie joins us to talk about the latest in movies and TV. Bong Joon Ho is back with a bang... or is it a bust? Then Adolescence, Netflix's #1 show was released to critical fanfare. Stephen Graham and Jack Throne take a unique approach to tell a modern realist story about a child accused of murder. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com...

2025 might not have impressed its slate of movies but it does not lack with TV. New and established creators are coming out with great new shows and seasons using a variety of platforms. Check out Eric's reviews and recaps of the most exciting new seasons of TV in 2025! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Foll...

It's an animation episode! Oscar winning Flow is discussed alongside Studio Ghibli classic Howl's Moving Castle (2004). The creation story of Flow is a very modern and heartwarming story of independent creators' dedication to the medium. Meanwhile, Howl's Moving Castle is an extraordinary story told by one of the most talented animators and animation teams in the world. Track Ben’s...

Eric took home another victory in our Oscar prediction competition, making him the victor two years running. Personal peril precede our Oscar thoughts and controversies before discussing Paradise. Out on hulu, Paradise is in it's first season and boast a critical standing ovation for its 7th episode. Also coming to hulu on March 17th is best picture winner Anora. Track Ben’s movie reviews at:...

The Oscars are so back! But how relevant are they to the film industry? And why should you care what wins? We are playing our game where we predict the results while also putting down a vote on what we think should win. Play along with us during the pod, or listen before watching the oscars on March 2nd. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at:...

Did you know the Hudson River reverses its flow? Eric didn't either, and it confused Ben for a long time. Look it up, it's kind of cool. Anyways, The Brutalist stars Adrien Brody and Felicity Jones in a period drama set in Doylestown, PA. It's nominated for 8 oscars, and is speculated to win a few important ones, as well. The Pitt is a ER show set over 15 real time hours. It follows an ensemble of...

We start off our episode having just heard about the tragic passing of legendary filmmaker David Lynch and we address how that loss makes us feel. The timing of the announcement was sudden and unfortunate but our hosts do eventually discuss Timothee Chalamet and Bob Dylan, and their cultueral impacts then and now. Books, documentaries, movies and interviews are all cited to answer the pressing que...

We're starting off 2025 with two late 2024 releases! Is it left leaning Oscar bait, or is it a grounded and intensified tale as old as time? Conclave will certainly be nominated for a few oscars, but will it deserve to win? And Netlfix's new hyjinx dripping spy drama reaches a massive audience. But why should you care? Thank you to all our listeners who appreciate our content. Track Ben’s movie re...

Home Alone needs no introduction, but does it withstand the test of time? What will our hosts (one of whom had never seen it) think of a family feel-good comedy from the 90s? Where does this movie fall in the canon of such popular entertainment? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on h...

Happy Holidays! Our hosts take on a Christmas classic and really break it down to what its worth. You might be mistaken if you think your vigilant hosts would take it easy or hold this movie to any standard lower than usual. But most of all, is it a good Christmas picture? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ F...

Ben is back! Italy couldn't hold him forever, and he's very glad to be back and in the studio. First is Sean Baker's newest feature about a sex worker caught in a whirlwind of a lavish family drama. Then, Say Nothing is a new series on Hulu about the conflict between IRA and Britain. It follows a core group of IRA members who blur the lines of liberators and perpetuators. Track Ben’s movie reviews...

Well, what could we say about this movie that hasn't already been said. Francis Ford Coppola's latest lawsuit printing endeavor has really not panned out how he thought it would have. Our hosts were just as shocked at how the movie panned out. Then, Vince Vaughn's newest sun-soaked Florida keys comedy. Having very little to actually do with a monkey, Vince's character leads the audience through a...

This is the kind of media diversity you stay for. Eric finally caves and reviews one of Ben's art films, a Soviet era story where three men enter the "Zone" to fulfill their greatest desires. Then, the British game show Taskmaster throws Eric for a conceptual loop. It's a show where 5 comics compete in meaningless tasks for meaningless prizes. It's great! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://lett...

In preparations for Ben's trip he recommends a newer Italian film. Starring popular Italian actors, does it live up to the first time he watched it or was it just rose colored glasses? Then, Industry season one. Not a show you can really watch in public, our hosts discuss the features and flaws and the show's bright future. As a reminder, the show is switching to a two week release schedule for th...

In this episode our hosts reminisce about an almost forgotten American classic. Those were the days, back when you could search for your American identity on a bike near a quarry. Then, Ben has a lovely time correcting Eric's Italian pronunciation while figuring out exactly how and why he's excited about the TV show. In addition, for the time being episodes will be released every 2 weeks due to ou...

We're back! Sorry for missing a week, but we were busy- you get it. Our hosts are back in a big way talking all the movies and TV they watched in August, and everything to look forward to in September! Don't miss Ben's big fall plans, Eric's ninth job in six months, or any drama in the family, here right now! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eri...

What's in a name? Ben explains (more than once) just in case you forgot. He also voices his disdain for the behind the scenes trickery that his co-host got up to behind his back :(. Superfan Marie and long time friend of the pod joins us for this unique episode, two John Carney movies back to back. Our hosts get into semi-spoiler BTS content from Once early on, but the Sing Street discussion i...

We're baaack! The RV campers are here and we're podding! Julian joins Ben (Julian is the face you are seeing I couldn't crop and frame the video tracks so you only get his :) in regaling Eric with tales of adventure, smells, and drunken foolishness. Don't worry, they will start talking about the media eventually. Find out who Julian is replacing as co-host and how Eric almost crash...

If you're confused about the format and also have Erics personal phone number I implore you to reach out and voice your concern to HIM personally. This is a single episode about both the classic rom-com Moonstruck AND the July Recap. If this is too much content at once, we recommend taking a week long break and tuning back in, while simultaneously ignoring the fact that we will be absent next...

Rusty Sabich is a devilish man, but did he do that shit? This episode reviews both the new Apple TV show and the 1990 movie, available on Prime. They talk about both pieces spoiler free until 39:55. Our hosts speculate and examine what makes each piece worth or not worth your time, but could not figure out their transitions for the life of them. Watch them struggle as they execute two bumpy landin...

A certain version of a classics episode, an older, classic movie joins a newer show based on similar core concepts. Hwoever compelling these pieces may be, our hosts stopped off at any and all segues. Ben's work problems, travel, cooking, and trash talk were fun, Eric criticizing from the sidelines while Ben lives life boldly. Technical problems and family were also fun topics for our hosts to...