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Fighting In The War Room: A Movies And Pop Culture Podcast

Katey, Matt, Da7e and David
Kung Fu Panda 4
The Zone Of Interest
Cruel Intentions
The Boy and the Heron
Godzilla: Minus One
Cohen Brothers
Youtube
Academy Awards
X-Men ’97
Oscars
Wonka
Golden Globe Awards
The Holdovers
The Iron Claw
Echo
All Of Us Strangers
Society Of the Snow
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Coca-Cola
Godzilla X Kong: the New Empire

The Film and Pop-Culture Podcast

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Latest Episodes

This week, David’s coming in hot and is mad that Da7e saw HIM over doing this podcast. Katey listens as Patches and David inform her about the Hollow Knight sequel Silksong before talking about Megadoc, the Megalopolis documentary with David. Then, E... more

This week, Katey is still in Toronto, but the boys get together to talk about The Long Walk, this year’s third Stephen King movie, and discuss the breaking news that Paramount/Skydance is considering putting in a bid on Warner Bros. While the boys wo... more

This week, Da7e has to go see a dumb demon movie to round out the summer, so Katey and David of FITWR’s Prestige coverage meet Matt Patches, he of random prompts. First, David reports from this year’s Telluride Film Festival. Then, Patches has some g... more

This week, David has begun his festival run for the season so it’s up to Katey, Patches, and Da7e to hold down the podcast. First, the boys talk the future of Star Trek, a major priority for the new Paramount. Then, Da7e tells Katey and Patches how m... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Rosen
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Jordan Hoffman
Podcast guest talking about film, giving humorous commentary and opinions.
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Henning Fog
Discussion participant relating experiences in the movie industry and personal thoughts.
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Liam Kisak
Listener and cinema aficionado sharing thoughts and experiences from film festivals.
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Hosts

Matt Patches
Executive Editor at Polygon, co-host of Fighting In The War Room, known for witty insights and a playful rapport with co-hosts.
David Ehrlich
Film critic at IndieWire, co-host of Fighting In The War Room with a focus on film critiques and industry commentary.
Katey Rich
Co-host of Fighting In The War Room and a contributor at The Ankler, recognized for her colorful takes on cinema and pop culture.
Dave Gonzales
Co-host of Fighting In The War Room, known for bringing humor and perspectives from outside traditional film circles.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Great Show!

    I just hope they never sell out and continue to operate the podcast at a loss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ContentedFen
    United States2 months ago
  • This is a good podcast

    I really appreciate the 4 unique perspectives. Too many podcasts are 2 hosts agreeing, or disagreeing, but this format and the hosts show that opinions are not binary, there is always space for nuance. I also think all four of the hosts have great podcast voices (this feels like a backhanded compliment like “face for radio” but I promise it isn’t!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew____k____
    United States2 months ago
  • I hope this not the only review here from Taiwan


    Hi! I think this the only review you’ll receive from Taiwan for now, I have been following Katey Rich since Little gold man and really like what’s she has been accomplished.
I hate myself for finding this podcast too late, I have to admit that the title of the podcast put me off at first, I don’t want to listen to a podcast that people arguing and fighting all the time, but on the contrary it’s surprisingly peaceful and wholesome! I am happily surprised that the famous critic David Ehrlich is a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wax Apple Jimmy
    Taiwan2 months ago
  • Such a fave it invaded my dreams

    Longtime listener since the OpKino days, never wrote in to review, but last night I dreamt that I was flying home to Los Angeles on a flight captained by Sully Sullenberger, and upon landing, despite noticing the plane was surrounded by frogs, I popped in my earbuds and put on an episode of Fighting in the War Room, which in my hazy dream-recollection involved Matt Patches really going on a tear about something.

    So I figured, the show has done so much for me that it made a pretty cool dream eve... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Felicia207
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing show, please no more of the “this is a bad podcast” soundboard

    I love the show, immediately latched onto it as a vital bit of interaction with a larger cultural world needed by me as someone whose friends and family generally are trying to ignore as much of the real world as possible.

    I always value everyone’s opinions, though sometimes David needs to learn when to drop something (like the Diane Warren rant where Katey would have been right to slap him for interrupting and being condescending). To his haters, I think David deserves some credit for chillin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Restless in Restoration
    United States2 months ago

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Many find the blend of personal anecdotes and industry insights refreshing, making the listening experience engaging and relatable.
The podcast has been praised for offering a thoughtful critique of both mainstream and indie films, making it valuable for cinephiles.
There are mixed feelings about the pacing of discussions, with some seeking more structure to conversation flow.
Audience reviews often highlight the ability of the hosts to balance entertainment with deep analytical insights, which enhances their connection with listeners.
Listeners appreciate the humor and camaraderie among the hosts, often noting how the conversations mirror friendly bar discussions.

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523 – Ne Zha II, K-Pop Demon Hunters in a theater, Highest 2 Lowest
Q: How does the film industry respond to animated films and what does this mean for audiences?
The discussion highlights how animators and producers are trying to bridge cultural gaps, with hopes that successful examples like Ne Zha II can catalyze greater appreciation and interest in animated features among Western audiences, especially children.
523 – Ne Zha II, K-Pop Demon Hunters in a theater, Highest 2 Lowest
Q: What are your thoughts on Ne Zha II and K-Pop Demon Hunters?
The hosts express a mix of nostalgia for classic animated films and excitement for how Ne Zha II blends Chinese mythological elements into a blockbuster format, while they praise the engaging performances in K-Pop Demon Hunters and critique the decision to initially sideline it in theaters.
Two Daves Talk F1 and Jurassic World Rebirth
Q: David, you are president of Universal. Jurassic Park might be dead. What do you do with it?
Scale down the franchise and focus on a story that emphasizes the relationship between humans and dinosaurs, making the danger emotionally compelling.
509 – The Shrouds, More Minecraft Takes, Havoc and Stunts
Q: What is The Shrouds about?
The movie revolves around a grief-driven tech venture that struggles with the themes of memory and loss, complicating the protagonist's ability to let go of his deceased wife.
509 – The Shrouds, More Minecraft Takes, Havoc and Stunts
Q: Are we putting too much weight into Cinema Scores?
They discuss whether these scores truly reflect audience sentiment since they are based on a fraction who see the movie opening weekend.

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