Triple Feature

Emma shares a whirlwind weekend of watching tear-inducing movies, especially the newest drama from Chloe Zhao, Hamnet (2025), Freddy does some podcast homework with Wheels on Meals (1984), and C-Bear recommends a couple of underrated movie musicals like In the Heights (2021) and Encanto (2021). Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:15 Emma: 1:20-18:05 Aftersun (2022) Jay Kelly (2025) Hamnet (2025) Sentimental...

Holiday Horror concludes with C-Bear's pick, Krampus (2015). We discuss the visual effects, the comedic cast, and the thrills that have had people debating about this film's effectiveness for ten years. Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:30 Summary: 1:30-5:40 Discussion: 5:45-1:00:20 Upcoming: 1:00:20 - end Don't forget to leave us a rating and a review!

On this Triple Tuesday, Emma raves about Rian Johnson's newest Knives Out mystery film now streaming on Netflix, Wake Up Dead Man (2025), Freddy catches up with F1 from earlier this year, and C-Bear recommends Zootopia 2 (2025). Hear our thoughts on these titles and so much more! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-2:30 Emma: 2:30-19:55 The Tree of Life (2011) Superman (2025) Eternity (2025) Wake Up Dead Man...

Turn off the bright lights, don't get them wet, and don't ever feed them after midnight. Holiday Horror continues with Freddy's pick, Gremlins (1984), the slapstick, horror comedy that has stood the test of time in terms of effects, humor, and a healthy dose of frights! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-2:40 Summary: 2:50-10:00 Discussion: 10:00-1:06:30 Upcoming: 1:06:30-end Don't forget to leave a rating a...

From boy band Christmas specials to Kubrick classics, Triple Tuesdays have it all! On this episode, Emma reviews the Sundance darling that finally made it to Netflix, Train Dreams (2025), Freddy raves about the filmmaking of Barry Lyndon (1975), and C-Bear recommends A Very Jonas Christmas (2025) for a specific audience. Hear about these titles and so much more! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:45 Emma:...

The holidays just got a little bit darker. December's theme is Holiday Horror, and we begin with Emma's pick, Black Christmas (1974). We discuss its place in cinema history, the timeless political messaging, and the filmmaking techniques that make it a classic slasher film. Time Stamps Intro: 0"00-2:00 Summary: 2:10-6:35 Discussion: 6:40-1:08:40 Upcoming: 1:08:40-end Don't forget to leave us a rat...

We begin this Triple Tuesday episode with a rare three-way discussion of Edgar Wright's latest film, The Running Man (2025). Also, Emma reviews more new releases while Freddy and C-Bear share their watches from their time together in Chicago. Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:30 The Running Man: 1:35-28:30 Emma: 28:40-45:15 Black Swan (2010) It Was Just an Accident (2025) Nouvelle Vague (2025) Freddy/C-Be...

We recap this month's theme of noir films and shoutout a few listener choices. We also briefly discuss Prey (2022), Trachtenberg's first Predator film, before diving into his latest film, Predator: Badlands (2025) which offers a fresh perspective in the franchise. Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-3:45 NOIRvember Recap: 3:50-20:00 Summary + Relationship: 20:10-34:35 Prey (2022): 34:35-49:55 Predator Badland...

Emma reviews several new releases including Bugonia (2025), Yorgos Lanthimos' latest Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons vehicle, Freddy goes full Criterion mode with a review of White Shamans and Plastic Medicine Men (1996), and C-Bear recommends Van Helsing (2004) for its visual effects and nostalgic vibes. Hear our thoughts on these titles and so much more; all films discussed on the episode can be fo...

NOIRvember concludes with Emma's pick, No Country for Old Men (2007). We discuss our relationship to the Coen Brothers as filmmakers and the timeless nature of this neo-western thriller. Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-3:10 Summary: 3:15-9:45 Discussion: 9:50-1:47:40 Upcoming: 1:47:45-end

Emma reviews the Josh O'Connor heist film from Kelly Reichardt, The Mastermind (2025), Freddy revisits Wong Kar-wai's classic In The Mood for Love (2000), and C-Bear discusses Chris Stuckmann's highly anticipated Shelby Oaks (2025). Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:15 Emma: 1:20-20:50 Melancholia (2011) A House of Dynamite (2025) The Mastermind (2025) Blue Moon (2025) Freddy: 21:00-41:50 In the Mood for...

NOIRvember continues with Freddy's pick, Blade Runner 2049 (2017). We discuss the film's rocky release, Denis Villeneuve's adaptation skills, and the reception from less desirable crowds. Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-3:20 Summary: 3:20-10:00 Discussion: 10:30-1:25:35 Upcoming: 1:25:40-end Don't forget to leave us a rating and a review!

Emma reviews Luca Guadagnino's controversial latest film, After the Hunt (2025), Freddy catches up with John Carpenter's Escape from New York (1981), and C-Bear and Emma discuss Black Phone 2 (2025), the sequel to 2022's The Black Phone. Hear our thoughts on these titles and so much more! Time Stamps: Intro: 0:00-1:20 Emma: 1:25-20:00 Anchorman (2004) After the Hunt (2025) The Perfect Neighbor (20...

Happy Halloween! It may not quite be November, but NOIRvember gets started today anyway with C-Bear's pick, The Batman (2022), which actually begins on Halloween night. Is Matt Reeves' adaptation the best iteration of the Bruce Wayne and Batman character? Listen to our thoughts and find out! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-3:50 Summary: 4:00-8:45 Discussion: 8:50-1:45:15 Upcoming: 1:45:20-end Don't forget...

Emma reviews the dog performance of the year in Good Boy (2025), Freddy and C-Bear join in on the love for Possession (1981), and C-Bear revisits The Black Phone (2021) to prepare for the sequel's release. Plus so much more! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:00 Emma: 1:00-26:30 Past Lives (2023) The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) The Lost Bus (2025) Good Boy (2025) Orwell: 2+2=5 (2025) L...

Crack open a few small beers because Christmas came early with the release of Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another (2025). In our October new release episode, we discuss the film that has critics and audiences raving, and we get into everything from the already iconic performances, Anderson's distinct style of filmmaking, and the relevancy and controversy of the material. We aslo recap...

Emma reviews The Smashing Machine (2025), A24's latest biopic from Benny Safdie starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Freddy shares a special theatrical experience of Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) dubbed in his native language (Anishinaabemowin), and both Freddy and C-Bear rave about the cult horror and hidden gem, Lake Mungo (2008). Plus, so much more! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:00 Emma:...

Wholesome Horror month concludes with C-Bear's pick, Monster House (2006). We discuss the specific animation style of the film as well as its specific comedic charm. Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-2:50 Summary: 2:50-6:35 Discussion: 6:40-57:35 Upcoming: 57:40-end Don't forget to leave us a rating and a review!

From straight-to-streaming romance, to Hong Kong action comedies, to crossover slashers, we have it all and so much more! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:35 Emma: 1:40-14:50 The Gleaners and I (2000) A Trip to the Moon (1902) All of You (2025) Freddy: 15:00-25:50 God of Gamblers (1989) God of Gamblers’ Return (1994) C-Bear: 26:00-51:40 Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021) The Heroic Trio (19...

This week, it's just a bit of Hocus Pocus. Wholesome Horror month continues with Emma's pick, Hocus Pocus (1993), the beloved Disney classic. We discuss its eternal charm, as well as its dated shortcomings. Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-5:00 Summary: 5:00-10:05 Discussion: 10:10-1:04:50 Upcoming: 1:05:00-end Don't forget to leave a rating and a review!

This Triple Tuesday, Emma reviews Kogonada's newest feature, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (2025), Freddy raves about The Heroic Trio (1993), and C-Bear recommends Pump Up the Volume (1990). Hear our thoughts on these titles and so much more! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:35 Emma: 1:40-14:00 Interstellar (2014) Elio (2025) Sinners (2025) A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (2025) Freddy: 14:00-20:50 The Heroi...

This October, spooky season is looking a bit more wholesome. Wholesome Horror month is all about the movies that eased us into the genre at a young age, and we begin with Freddy's pick, Little Monsters (1989). Trust us when we tell you that there has never been a Triple Feature episode quite like this one, and you won't want to miss it! Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-2:15 Summary: 2:20-8:25 Discussion: 8...

On this week's Triple Tuesday, Emma and C-Bear review the newest Stephen King film adaptation, The Long Walk (2025), while Freddy returns to skate week and somewhat recommends Thrashin' from 1986, and C-Bear gets Wholesome Horror month started early with Goosebumps (2015). Time Stamps Intro: 0:00-1:30 Emma: 1:35-18:50 Frances Ha (2012) Mamma Mia (2008) The Legend of Ochi (2025) The Long Walk (2025...

The case that ended it all. This Feature Friday is dedicated to Ed and Lorraine Warren, our movie mom and dad. We discuss The Conjuring franchise, where the "final" installment lands in our personal rankings, and what the future holds for the Warrens. We also recap our Wes Anderson picks in our WEStember recap. PLUS, we run down the movies you should keep an eye out for - whether for awards season...

From Netflix mystery comedies, to filmmaking documentaries, to 80's action flicks, we have it all! On this Triple Tuesday, Emma reviews the old folk's home crime mystery, The Thursday Murder Club (2025), Freddy takes a recommendation to watch the Vietnam war film, Eastern Condors (1987), and C-Bear discusses the comedic documentary, I’m “George Lucas”: A Connor Ratliff Story (2024). Hear our thoug...