
Adam Kempenaar and Josh Larsen review new and classic movies, offering "affable, insightful film analysis since 2005" (NY Times).
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 257 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsFilm HistoryTV & Film | |||

Why does STAND BY ME still resonate 40 years later? Adam and Josh revisit Rob Reiner’s classic, reflecting on its friendships, its wistfulness, and River Phoenix’s unforgettable performance. Plus: a review of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s THE BRIDE and a look ... more
Inspired by the upcoming release of PROJECT HAIL MARY, Adam and Josh beam back to October 2015 when they suited up for THE MARTIAN — Ridley Scott’s brainy, big‑hearted sci‑fi rescue mission starring Matt Damon.
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Adam, Josh, and Michael Phillips size up the Oscars with their annual rundown of who will win, who should win, and who was unfairly overlooked — plus the Filmspotting Madness: Best of the 1940s Play‑Ins.
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This week’s Best Picture-winning archive pick takes us back to May 2018, when Adam and Josh returned to The Shire for a LORD OF THE RINGS reckoning. The original episode (#681) also includes a Top 5 Lord of the Rings Scenes.
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15 year listener, still rarely miss an episode. A&J make film criticism accessible while never dumbing it down! Keep up the great work!
That I still mourn the passing of their sister podcast Filmspotting SVU. I don’t get to watch as many movies as I used to, but I still enjoy their discussions. This is The Podcast for movie fans of all kinds.
Update: Tried listening again after years of ignoring them. And there were 500 “you knows” within the first minute!
These self proclaimed “film freaks” have the most incredible ability to come up with reasons to dislike nearly every film in existence. Great films are remembered forever, not the critics who bashed them.
I’ve been listening since the Cinecast, Sam pre-“Van” Hallgren days. Twenty years in, this podcast is still amazing and just keeps getting better. Adam, Josh, Sam, Golden Joe, and the rest of the team; thank you, thank you, thank you!
Love their analysis, it often helps me to appreciate movies more and see things i didn't even notice when I first watched the movies.
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Focused primarily on film analysis, this series features hosts who offer insightful discussions on both classic and contemporary movies. With a blend of humor and depth, the conversations often analyze notable performances, cinematic techniques, and cultural themes prevalent within films. The hosts explore the impact of various movies over the decades, often featuring renowned guests who contribute expert perspectives on the film industry. Unique in its approach, the series not only celebrates significant cinematic achievements but also critiques and analyzes the evolving landscape of media and storytelling, making it a rich resource for cinephiles.
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