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Send a text Prepare to traverse the dunes of Arrakis and beyond as we dissect the phenomenon of "Dune Part 2," a cinematic marvel that's captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike. Our latest episode is a treasure trove for film buffs and Dune enthusiasts, filled with vivid theater experiences,  and the magnetic performances of Timothy Chalamet and the ensemble cast. Plus, w...

Send a text Embark on an auditory adventure with us, Alex and Max as we traverse the sweeping landscapes of Denis Villeneuve's much-anticipated "Dune Part 2." In a spoiler-free fashion, we compare the majesty of this sequel to the titans of cinema. We also sift through the glimmer of recent award-season triumphs, from the Screen Actors Guild to the Independent Spirit Awards, and mus...

Send a text  Alex and Max unravel Madame Webb's mysterious web in the latest Marvel-Sony film. We're taking you on a deep dive into the 2003 setting—could this be the untold origins of Peter Parker's journey? Not to mention, we're scratching our heads over how this tangled tale fits alongside the likes of Venom and Morbius. Tune in, and you might just find out why this movie&ap...

Send a text Step back in time with us as we tackle the enigma of the 1999 Academy Awards, promising a revisionist's take on the films that have, or should have, stood the test of time. The indie film scene's golden era, where rebels like Tarantino and Anderson were kings, and "The Matrix" redefined what cinema could be. Max and Alex fix the 72nd Academy Awards. Hosts: Alex MacA...

Send a text Our latest discussion spins around the Academy Award nominations and snubs, culminating in the baffling omissions of cinematic talents. Prepare to decode the  the Academy's choices, and join us in celebrating the international flair infusing this year's contenders.  Strap in for a cosmic journey through the evolution of space films, we dissect the charm of 'Space Garbage...

Send a text Max and Alex bring in multiple guests into studio and out in the field to talk all things surrounding Mann and his new film Ferrari. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Guests: Ron MacAulay, Jennie Wetter Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max are joined by two special guests as they wind the clock back 20 years and draft their favorite movies from 2004. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Guests: Erica Crouse, Kalee Quiñones Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text The guys cover their first award show of the year as the Golden Globes return and then they look ahead to some of their most anticipated movies in 2024. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max invite some friends to talk about the year in cinema and their own picks for best movie of the year. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Guests: Derek Nunn, Derek Schnieder, Erica Crouse, Marcus Baker, Stephanie Kaznocha, Wade Neal Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max sit down to talk about the legacy of The Greek Freak, Yorgos Lanthimos and his new release Poor Things. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max celebrate the release of The Boy and the Heron by ranking Hayao Miyazaki’s legendary filmography.  Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max sit down and discuss some movies that slipped by the pod this year. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max sit down and list ten movie recommendations to watch during this holiday season. The genre is Christmas Crime! Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max are joined by two guests to discuss the new release from Sir Ridley Scott, Napoleon. They then introduce a new episode format to examine his filmography. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Special Guest Host: Blaine Glasgow and Timm Dowling Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max are joined by former Strike Captain Britt Harris to talk about the 118 day journey that was the SAG-AFTRA Strike and what happens next. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Special Guest Host: Britt Harris Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max have been waiting for this one. They discuss David Fincher's new movie, The Killer, and then they introduce a new episode format to look at Fincher's entire filmography. Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max welcome back guest host, Rachael MacAulay, to review Priscilla and chat about Sophia Coppola's filmography. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Special Guest Host: Rachael MacAulay Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max sit down and look at the last quarter of 2023 releases and each pick five films that they are excited to see. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max jump back into the Lost Horror Sequels miniseries and chat about The Purge franchise. They welcome filmmaker Derek Nunn to the show to talk specifically about The Forever Purge and why that sequel is deserving of cult status.  Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Special Guest: Derek Nunn Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterbox...

Send a text Alex and Max discuss Martin Scorsese’s new film, Killers of the Flower Moon, and then program their ideal Scorsese Film Festival (1:05:20). Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text Alex and Max put a bow on the 2023 Tacoma Film Festival. They celebrate all 200+ festival entries and detail the juror and audience winners. To concluded their coverage Alex interviews Giuseppe Malpasso, the director of Astor Place, The American Dream. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagr...

Send a text Part one of Excuse The Intermission’s coverage of the 2023 Film Festival. Alex and Max preview the opening night film and spotlight a few other blocks of films. They are then joined by filmmakers Alix Lambert and Matt Dellapina (The Woods Are Real), Ashley Versher (Brief Exchanges) and Christine Caruso (Corky).  Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the...

Send a text Part two of Excuse The Intermission’s coverage of the 2023 Film Festival. Alex and Max are joined by filmmakers Stephanie Kaznocha (Confessions), Marcus Baker (One Hundred) and Matthew Carlson (This Wild Abyss). Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram

Send a text For the October Horror mini series this year Max and Alex are bringing on friends of the pod to examine Lost Horror Sequels. They will try to identify if they will ultimately live on as a cult favorite. First up is VHS 2 with Derek Schneider from The Silver Screams Podcast. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Special Guest Host: Derek Schneider  Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the sh...

Send a text Max and Alex sit down and look ahead to the Tacoma Film Fest, and some of the blocks they are excited to attend. They also sit down with Sanjin Malesevic, the director of TONI and Raymond Knudsen, the director of Prep to discuss their films. Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg Produced by: Max Fosberg Support the show Max's Letterboxd Alex's Letterboxd ETI Instagram