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Filmspotting

Filmspotting
Christopher Nolan
Tom Cruise
Netflix
Paul Thomas Anderson
Memento
Diane Keaton
Filmspotting
One Battle After Another
Casablanca
Past Lives
The Odyssey
The Shining
Network
Robert Duvall
Steven Spielberg
Celine Song
In the Mood For Love
The Silence Of the Lambs
Trainspotting
Edgar Wright

Adam Kempenaar and Josh Larsen review new and classic movies, offering "affable, insightful film analysis since 2005" (NY Times).This show includes AI-generated content.

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Adam and Josh welcome Filmspotting SVU co-host Matt Singer for the Top 5 Comedy Boom Movies. Singer’s new book, “Funny Business: The Old-School Wedding Crashers and Knocked-Up Virgins Who Changed Comedy Forever” documents the Frat Pack era of studio ... more

With Ethan Hawke back in theaters in the period adventure The Weight, we're sharing Adam's 2018 interview with the always thoughtful and insightful actor.

Unlock the full archive, Filmspotting Discord, ad‑free + bonus episodes, and more when you ⁠j... more

The new Netflix comedy Best of the Best introduced Matt and Jordan to the world of collegiate competitive Bollywood dance, and they left converts: to the dancing, to stars Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Priyanka Kedia, and to director Lena Khan’s winning ... more

Padraic McKinley’s The Weight isn’t a remake ofThe Wages of Fear, though it feels deeply indebted to the H.G. Clouzot classic in its thrilling depiction of a group of outlaws on a near-impossible mission across deadly terrain. William Friedkin’s 1977... more

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Recent Guests

Ethan Hawke
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Actor/Director
Episode: Ethan Hawke | Archive
Roxanna Haddaddy
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Alonso Duralde
Critic, author, and podcaster; expert on film and LGBTQ+ history
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Episode: “A picture that stays with you is made up of a hundred or more hidden things” with Alonso Duralde | The Movie Racket
Erin Coltrera
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Rachel Walther
Editor at Noir City Magazine
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Episode: "All you need to make a movie is a girl and a gun" with Rachel Walther | The Movie Racket
Elizabeth Cantwell
Writer and critic, Bright Wall, Dark Room contributor
Bright Wall, Dark Room
Episode: Stop Making Sense vs. The Last Waltz | Movie Death Match
Roxana Hadadi
Film critic (guest)
Vulture
Episode: Blade Runner with Michael Phillips | Archive
Robert Daniels
Associate editor at Rogerebert.com; film critic
Rogerebert.com, The New York Times
Episode: "Pictures are for entertainment, messages should be delivered by Western Union" with Robert Daniels | The Movie Racket
Rico Gagliano
Head of audio at MUBI, returning guest
MUBI
Episode: Top 5 Needle Drops (Pt. 1) and It Ends | #1078

Hosts

Adam Kempenaar
Host of Filmspotting; long-time film critic and curator of classic-to-contemporary cinema
Josh Larsen
Co-host of Filmspotting; known for in-depth film analysis and approachable conversation
Sam Smith
Frequent guest designer and collaborator on poster and visual design discussions

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.1k ratings
  • Ads is making this trash

    The more you push those podcasts with repetitive and annoying ads, the fewer subscribers you’ll get.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AlanSheep
    Australia2 months ago
  • Still Got It

    Jumped in and out since Matty Ballgame was the co-host. This show is still the best movie show on the digital stream waves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sscott25
    United States3 months ago
  • Nice Review

    This podcast is Filmspotting if there was a Nitrous Oxide leak in the house ;-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ethan.Webber
    Germany3 months ago
  • Obsession sucked

    It has no plot or characters. Compare it to Fatal Attraction, Gone Girl, or even I Spit on Your Grave. These reviewers are trash.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bunny Cub
    United States3 months ago
  • Spammy feed for new network.

    Used to be my fav podcast, but it has become a feed for all these random other podcasts and has become very spammy like non stop promotion for other podcasts on a network. Can’t recommend unless you sub for constant cross promotion. Had to unsub.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    darkopiate
    Australia4 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for insightful, accessible film criticism and a long-running, consistent cadence.
Fans appreciate the mix of current-film discussion with deep dives into film history and craft.
Some listeners dislike heavy advertising and promotional segments that interrupt the flow of episodes.

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Talking Points

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Ethan Hawke | Archive
Q: Last movie you saw in the theater other than your own?
Hawke mentions a recent viewing in a full cinema with audience reaction, highlighting cinema as a communal experience.
Ethan Hawke | Archive
Q: Yeah. I was going to ask you about how you settled on kind of the framing device, and that makes it sound a little more mechanical than it is in this film.
The framing device is described as integral to holding the narrative together, with music acting as the connective tissue across timelines and perspectives.
Ethan Hawke | Archive
Q: So my question is, how deliberately did you consider those things? How deliberately did you set out to not make a conventional biopic?
Hawke explains that the biopic should reflect the subject's reality through the lens of music and multiple viewpoints, rather than follow a standard, fame-driven arc.
Kenneth Branagh Can’t Rescue Apple TV’s Mayday | SVU
Q: How does Branagh compare to his Shakespearean work versus this action movie?
They praise Branagh's energy and presence, arguing he's the film's saving grace, even suggesting his Henry V is a high-water mark of his career and that Mayday exposes the difference between his strength in drama and his less successful forays into mainstream action.
Stop Making Sense vs. The Last Waltz | Movie Death Match
Q: Does the more aggressive curation of The Last Waltz make it a more thoughtful film?
Steven argues that while The Last Waltz is more curated as a film, Stop Making Sense achieves an equally thoughtful effect through its immersive, camera-driven storytelling that guides the viewer through the performance with deliberate pacing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Filmspotting

What is Filmspotting about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running film discussion show that blends fresh reviews with thoughtful cinema history and deep-dive analysis. Episodes frequently feature topical conversations about contemporary releases and evergreen favorites, plus guest experts from criticism, design, comics, and screenwriting who illuminate craft, industry trends, and storytelling. The format often includes thematic lists, playful segments, and sponsor reads, all delivered with casual banter and a cinephile's curiosity. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want accessible yet substantial film commentary, contextual insight, and recommendations across classics and new releases, often framed by the hosts' clear passion for the medium.

A standout aspect is the show's longe... more

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2. Roxanna Haddaddy
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4. Erin Coltrera
5. Rachel Walther
6. Elizabeth Cantwell
7. Roxana Hadadi
8. Robert Daniels

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