
Two guys with strong opinions watch films separately, then discuss them on the show for the first time. Can their friendship survive? Join Mike Takla and Dan Moran as they talk about one film each episode, recreating the conversations film lovers have as they walk out of the theater. They often go beyond the fifteen-minute time limit, but never without reason. There are no pauses, pontifications, ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 325 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Great conversations about great movies
Excellent concept, nice range of movies and hosts are knowledgeable and likeable, would be good to see more foreign films and also they do sometimes sound a bit breathless and rushed, it’s ok to slow up a bit guys and still be true to the overall aim of the show! Would recommend to the more discerning movie lover.
The movie blew my mind when I first saw it and this review brought me back. LOL and awe
Mike and Dan, this review is for you! Another fabulous review about one of my favourite films, thank you. From the (half-Scottish) Canadian, who actually lives in London.
These two guys have great opinions about movies and they discuss movies that you want to see (spoiler alert, I would watch the movie before listening). I laugh out loud each episode.
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Two movie lovers, Dan and Mike, discuss one film per episode in a brisk, 15-minute (often longer) format that blends enthusiastic analysis with playful banter. They cover craft, performance, and themes with a film-nerd curiosity that stays accessible and entertaining for casual viewers and cinephiles alike. Noteworthy is their quick pace, strong chemistry, and the way they pair spoiler-free insight with personal anecdotes, making it easy to decide if a film is worth watching. Sponsorships and sponsor reads are woven into the episodes, reflecting a practical, revenue-aware approach to podcasting in the film space.
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