
Not just another bad movie podcast, Blank Check reviews directors' complete filmographies episode to episode. Specifically, the auteurs whose early successes afforded them the rare ‘blank check’ from Hollywood to produce passion projects. Each new miniseries, hosts Griffin Newman and David Sims delve into the works of film’s most outsized personalities in painstakingly hilarious detail. Produced b... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 580 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmComedy | |||

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Overall I really enjoy the podcast even with the bloated length for each episode. I like the banter, random discussions, and the guests. However, David’s annoyances can become annoying to me to listen to.
Sometimes Griffin will go on a rant, and David constantly, while becoming more annoyed, will go “I know, I know, I know” until he’s frustrated. Guess what David, this is a podcast and sometimes the audience listening doesn’t know! David also interrupts conversation more than Griffin, and love... more
Yet another amatuer comic spitball disguised as a film podcast, only this time the episodes are hours long.
Griffin: “Right? Right? Right? Right? Right? Right? *proud of his comment* Right? Right? Right? Totemic. Right? Right? Right? Right? Right? Right?”
David: *sigh * “Ugh, I guess.”
David and griffin are always great, this new thing is alright
The show is becoming a lot of complaining about the state of everything. I used to come to show because it wasn’t that and I kind of don’t share that view. Things are different and worse in a lot of ways but also sometimes the change was needed and sometimes we’re just old. But I get it. I’m cynical too., even though I try not to be. David tries to complain less, I can tell, but it’s still not my favorite podcast anymore because of it. Still love you guys and I’ve been a fan for the better part ... more
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A unique film commentary series that reviews the complete filmographies of accomplished directors, focusing on those who have received the rare 'blank check' to produce passion projects. The engaging discussions by the hosts cover both the artistic and commercial aspects of filmmaking, incorporating humor and personal anecdotes while analyzing various films. Episodes often feature a mix of critical insights and comedic banter, making complex film concepts accessible to fans while exploring themes ranging from cinematic techniques to cultural impacts. Each miniseries allows deeper engagement with the featured directors' works, offering listeners both entertainment and education about the evolution of film artistry.
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