Screen Love Affair Podcast

The agreement from last week decidedly does not continue with this week's episode! This week Shea, Brandon, and Adriana talk about undertone, a Canadian indie horror that we got to see at the Fantasia Film Festival last year before it was acquired by A24 and released in theatres. The film was written and directed by Ian Tuason and stars Nina Kiri as Evy, a podcast host caring for her ailing mo...

We've got another new episode of the Screen Love Affair Podcast but this time it's a little different! Don't worry, we've got the same great hosts but a whole new approach to the conversation. This week, we're diving headfirst into Project Haily Mary, the latest from directing duo Phil Lord & Chris Miller and writer by Drew Goddard. Don't want any spoilers? Check out Sh...

Shea's here just in time for the weekend to give a spoiler-free review of Project Hail Mary! The latest from directing duo Phil Lord & Chris Miller and writer by Drew Goddard. The film stars Ryan Gosling and if you want know anymore than that, well you'll just have to watch the video! Introduction: 0:00 Verdict: 2:10 Spoiler-free review: 2:58🎬 For the love of film and the films we lov...

This week the boys are back talking about a great new Canadian film, Sweetness! This debut feature for writer/director Emma Higgins stars Kate Hallett as Rylee Hill, a lonely highschooler and superfan of the band Floorplan and specifically the lead singer, Payton Adler (Herman Tømmeraas). Adriana and Shea got to see the film at the 2025 Fantasia Film Festival and they absolutely loved it . Now tha...

Knock, knock. Who's there? It's us, Shea and Brandon! That's right, the boys are back this week to dive into The Bride! The latest film from writer/director Maggie Gyllenhaal and starring Jessie Buckely as Mary Shelley/Ida/The Bride & Christian Bale as Frankenstein's Monster. In short? This movie is a bit of a mess. But damn if it wasn't an enjoyable watch. Did you see The...

Did you ever want to hear two straights and a bisexual talk about the newest gay BDSM dom-com? Well then do we have the episode for you! This week, Shea, Brandon, and Adriana dive into Pillion , unpacking its exploration of love, power, submission, and identity within a queer BDSM relationship. Led by bold performances from Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling, the film sparks a wide-ranging conv...

In this episode of Screen Love Affair Podcast, we review and break down Wuthering Heights, Iron Lung, and Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die. Three wildly different films that sparked very different reactions! We start with Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, starring Sam Rockwell, and unpack why a promising premise and strong lead couldn’t save a film that left us frustrated. We discuss its satire, humor...

In this episode of the Screen Love Affair Podcast, we break down Nirvana the Band, the Show, the Movie and Crime 101, exploring how these two wildly different films approach character, tone, and emotional resonance. First, we dive into Nirvana the Band, the Show, the Movie, a chaotic, hilarious love letter to Toronto that had our audiences buzzing. We talk surprise screenings, electric audience re...

The whole crew is together this week to talk about Primate. We've got all the details and spoilers, but as always, we will kick things off spoiler-free. In this episode, we discuss the killer chimp premise, the pacing, the kills, and whether the movie leaned into its concept enough. We also talk audience reactions, the theater experience, and our pitches for potential future installments. Have...

This week Shea & Brandon are back to talk about Send Help, Sam Raimi’s latest return to horror. As always, we kick things off spoiler-free before diving fully into the details! In this episode, we talk about the character dynamics, the performances, the pacing, and how the film balances humor with tension. We also get into audience reactions, Raimi’s style, and why the ending worked as well as...

This week, Shea and Brandon are joined by special guest and friend of the show, Tina! We’re talking The Housemaid starting spoiler free, then getting into everything, including the difference between the movie and the book! In this episode, we discuss Amanda Seyfried & Sydney Sweeney’s performances, how the film compares to the book, the shift into some body horror, and why the ending left us...

It’s zombie season again, and this time we’re heading into 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, a sequel to the much loved 2025 film 28 Years Later. In this episode, Shea, Adriana, and BrandonJimmy break down the differences between Nia Costa's new direction, the performances (Ray Fiennes earns that paycheck), and all the insane beats in this wild ride of a film. How does it compare to last year&#...

It's time for the Screen Love Affair Podcast 2025 Wrapped! We know how original. BUT if you're a fan of orignality, you'll love plenty of the movies in our top 10 best movies of 2025 episode! Check out our lists and let us know what your favourite movie of 2025 was! 🎬 For the love of film and the films we love, subscribe and join the love affair! ❤️ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Shea and Brandon kick off 2026 with a deep dive into Marty Supreme, the new Timothée Chalamet-led drama that’s getting plenty of awards buzz as we enter Oscar season! Check out the first episode of the Screen Love Affair Podcast in 2026 and let us know if you think Marty Supreme is worth the hype. 🎬 For the love of film and the films we love, subscribe and join the love affair! ❤️ Follow us on ⁠⁠...

Disappointed in our theatre audience but not the movie! Surprised people walked out of this one during the mystery premier. Listen to full episode for full story!

Are you ready to dive back into Pandora? The latest Avatar has us questioning everything from popcorn buckets to cinematic experiences! Join us as we dissect the highs and lows of the franchise. What was your favorite Avatar moment? Comment below! #Avatar #MovieNight #FilmDiscussion #CinematicExperience #ScreenLoveAffair #CinemaLovers #Toronto #PopcornBuckets #MovieMagic #Podcast

This week on the Screen Love Affair Podcast, Shea and Brandon break down two major releases: Train Dreams and Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. They explore why Train Dreams hits so hard emotionally, how its cinematography elevates the story, and why watching it at home simply doesn’t compare to a theatrical experience. They also dive into Rian Johnson’s latest murder mystery, discussing the...

Shea and Brandon are away this week on the Screen Love Affair Podcast, but Adriana is joined by special guest host Ty to dig into Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, a sequel possessed by lore, fan service, and a fandom eager to cheer at every reference. But does any of it make for a good movie? They break down the film’s reliance on FNAF deep-cuts, the challenges of adapting such dense lore, the limits of...

This week on the Screen Love Affair Podcast, Shea and Brandon review Rental Family and Hamnet. They dig into Rental Family ’s heartwarming charm, the film’s gentle look at connection, and Brendan Fraser’s endearing performance that makes the movie. Then they shift to Hamnet , unpacking its Shakespearean drama, its emotional highs and lows, and the ways the film tackles grief, legacy, and family th...

This week on the Screen Love Affair Podcast, Shea and Brandon dive into Eternity , a romantic comedy that takes big swings with its afterlife premise and delivers one of the year’s most surprising movie experiences. They unpack the film’s unexpected twists, its emotional core, and how its clever writing balances humor, heartbreak, and genuine character growth. From the exploration of different “et...

Does The Running Man (2025) pack the high-octane punch Edgar Wright is known for? And after releasing three films in eighteen months, are we finally sold on Oz Perkins as a director?  This week on The Screen Love Affair Podcast , Shea, Brandon, and Adriana start off with a breakdown of Wright’s latest film, Glen Powell’s moviestar charisma, and Coleman Domingo’s scene-stealing performance. Then th...

This week on the Screen Love Affair Podcast, Shea and Brandon dive into Die My Love (with Adriana) and Predator: Badlands, two films that couldn’t be more different, yet perfectly capture the two different kinds of movies. Die My Love is raw, intimate, and emotionally brutal, while Predator: Badlands delivers pure, adrenaline-fueled escapism. They explore what makes each approach work (or not), an...

In this episode, we unpack If I Had Legs I'd Kick You! Brandon, Shea, and Adriana dig into the movie’s suffocating atmosphere, Rose Byrne’s standout performance, and how the film turns everyday stress into something darkly hilarious and painfully human. 🎬 For the love of film and the films we love, follow the show and join the love affair! ❤️ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ • Follow us on...

Can a film critic make the leap to filmmaker? This is the question seemingly every cinephile is asking this week. So, naturally, Shea, Brandon, and a returning Adriana dissect Shelby Oaks , the long-awaited debut from YouTuber Chris Stuckman. They talk about pacing problems, character gaps, and the visual flair that proves Stuckman’s got potential, even if his script doesn’t quite hold up. Then th...

The phone’s ringing again… and we’re answering the call! This week on Screen Love Affair, Shea and Brandon are back but this time with a special guest! Kevin joins the boys this week to break down The Black Phone 2, from its haunting dream sequences and stellar performances to its sometimes clunky dialogue. What do you think? Is The Black Phone 2 worth a watch? Let us know in the comments! 🎬 For...