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Best Film Ever

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Your new favourite transatlantic film review podcast, trawling through the blockbusters and critical darlings in search of the best film ever.

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Recent Guests

Tony Kaye
Director and cinematographer known for his work on American History X and various commercials
Episode: Episode 317 - American History X (feat. an Interview with Director Tony Kaye - Brought to us by BFF of the BFE: Hermes Auslander)
Zoe Kazan
Writer and actress who plays Ruby Sparks
Independent filmmaker
Episode: Episode 311 - Ruby Sparks
Duane Smith
Regular contributor
Best Film Ever Podcast
Episode: Episode 301 - Poltergeist
Meat Loaf
Iconic musician and actor known for his role as Eddie in The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Episode: Episode 297 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Richard O'Brien
Playwright and actor known for creating The Rocky Horror Show
Episode: Episode 297 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Shai Bergerfroind
BFF of Best Film Ever, film enthusiast
None mentioned
Episode: Episode 295 - Jackie Brown (w/ BFF of the BFE: Shai Bergerfroind)
Jimmy Smith
Senator Bail Organa in Revenge of the Sith
Star Wars
Episode: Episode 277 - Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Ryan Kuketz
A baseball fan and returning guest on the podcast
Episode: Episode 260 - Moneyball (w/ BFF of the BFE: Ryan Kuketz)
Andy Dickson
Guest participating in the fantasy draft
Episode: BFE Special - Fantasy Football Draft Night (The Patreon League: 2024)

Hosts

Ian
Prime host guiding discussions with a film-education bent; strong knowledge of film history and technique; often introduces episodes and moderates.
Liam
Co-host known for witty banter and approachable takes; contributes to voting and discussion.
Kevin
Co-host who supports voting and discussion, often providing structural critique.
Megs
Co-host known for engagement in Resties segments and audience questions; brings analytical rigor.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 167 ratings
  • I give up

    The show has had ups and downs. Too much overhead and the host seems to have his friends on just to laugh a lot at his jokes. Nice people but do they have anything to do with movies, other than watch them.

    So, I hadn’t listened in a couple months but needed something light for 90 minutes. 33 minutes in, nothing about the movie. All banter, a list of Patreon donors, some weird game and maybe ten minutes on a tedious story of missing a train. I think the movie was gods of Egypt but I gave up.

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    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Samson38$
    United States2 months ago
  • Great fun and insight but may have to drop it

    An update. It’s improved recently by cutting back some on the banter and the looong list of things. I’d add a star, but from the recent episodes of Starship Troopers and Cabin in the Woods, politics is creeping in. I’m so sick of critics elevating movies because they like the movies politics that I’ll drop it if it continues.

    **************older review*****

    His cohosts add very little other than to set up Ian and laugh at his lines but I figure they’re just friends of Ian, and that’s fine. more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Samson38$
    United States4 months ago
  • Great fun and insight but may have to drop it

    Ian is great. Fun to listen to and I learn a lot. His cohosts add very little other than to set up Ian and laugh at his lines but I figure they’re just friends of Ian, and that’s fine.

    The problem I have is all the filler. It typically takes twenty minutes of banter to get to the review. Sometimes the banter is ok, usually not … these are not comedians. When they finally get to the reviews they get distracted by more banter. And occasionally, Ian asks something like what other ten movies did ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Samson38$
    United States9 months ago
  • BFE always rocks the most

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KnittingTurkey
    a year ago
  • I've been listening to this podcast for about a year. This is my go-to for fun banter, audience participation, and learning about movies. If you like long (several hours) episodes this is for you.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KnittingTurkey
    2 years ago

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Some listeners note too much chat before getting to the film discussion, and occasional politics creeping in
Audience values educational insights alongside lively, fun conversations
Listeners praise the show's deep film analysis and strong host chemistry, with entertaining banter

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Talking Points

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Episode 332 - Stand By Me (with BFF of the BFE: Ariannah Who Loves BFE The Most)
Q: Why did Ariannah pick Stand By Me for this episode?
She cited it as a formative cinema experience and highlighted its emotional resonance, plus its connections to Stephen King adaptations and the coming-of-age theme.
Episode 309 - The Fighter
Q: Do you think Dicky really knocked him down?
It's ambiguous; there could be an element of truth to it, but it also serves as a way for Dicky to maintain his own legend.
Ringside Roundtable - John Cena
Q: Were Cena's criticisms justified?
Yes, fans wanted new talent to come in and take spots, but Cena's success was a product of decision-making from the WWE and not just him alone.
Ringside Roundtable - John Cena
Q: Why was there a portion of the fan base that hated Cena?
Fans grew tired of Cena always winning and dominating the main event scene for years, leading to frustrations with the lack of fresh talent being pushed.
Ringside Roundtable - John Cena
Q: What makes Cena appealing?
Cena is seen as one of the best promos in wrestling history, able to deliver genuine and compelling speeches that resonate with fans.

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A lively, long-form film discussion show that blends deep analysis with banter, trivia, and fan interactions. Episodes consistently cover storytelling, production details, and performance, often weaving in audience shout-outs, Patreon updates, and cross-podcast references. Notable strengths include a strong sense of camaraderie among the core hosts, a willingness to tackle both classics and newer titles, and a format that balances rigorous critique with entertaining sidebars. The show's niche appeal lies in its collaborative roundtable approach, its openness to guests and patron input, and its ability to spark practical takeaways for listeners deciding what to watch next or sponsor opportunities for film-related brands.

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2. Zoe Kazan
3. Duane Smith
4. Meat Loaf
5. Richard O'Brien
6. Shai Bergerfroind
7. Jimmy Smith
8. Ryan Kuketz

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