
The Extra Credits is hosted by two teachers searching for meaning in your favorite movies and shows. We cover new releases with movie drafts, ranking games, interviews, and more!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 216 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | TV & Film | |||

Kelsi and Trey talk Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value through its themes of trauma, lineage, forgiveness, and family wounds. Featuring breakdowns of Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, and Elle Fanning’s performances, plus an exploration of the house ... more
Kelsi and Trey dive into Yorgos Lanthimos’s Bugonia—starring Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone—before switching gears to Lynne Ramsay’s brutal new film Die My Love with Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson. We talk apocalyptic thrillers, strange sinceri... more
Kelsi and Trey take a complicated deep dive into Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another (2025), the bold new epic starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Benicio Del Toro, Teyana Taylor, Regina Hall, and Sean Penn. Is it a modern masterpiece or an impor... more
Kelsi and Trey's Mailbag 2025 episode is here: we talk pod origin lore, real vs. fake IMAX, and the movies that defined the year - Black Bag, 28 Years Later, Sinners, Weapons, and more. We get into the biggest disappointments (Mickey 17, Highest 2 Lo... more
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I really enjoy this podcast! An entertaining deep dive into a movie that I thought I knew about and I found out even more. Very well thought out and well researched!
This is a biweekly, The Big Picture- aspiring film review podcast which tries to discuss new films in context. Often they go back and discuss older, related films.
The strongest thing about the show is their thorough dives into what a movie is trying to do.
Unfortunately, they do have strange taste. While they love Tony and Ridley Scott, two of the most vapid, style over substance directors of the 21st century, they will disparage other films for “wrongthink.”
They do often bring politics into... more
These guys are so knowledgeable about movies and get a great range films. Fans of The Big Picture will love this
I was looking for some reviews that matched the Highest 2 Lowest movie that I saw —which was a flawed film. Yet there are so many glowing reviews. ? Finding your discussion was such a relief. You talk about issues with storytelling, script, themes and do it thoughtfully. Thank you so much!
I have been listening to Trey and Kelsi for around 4 years now! I love all of their deep dives and always make an effort to go see what they are talking about. I look forward to every ep!
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Focusing on a blend of insightful analysis and engaging discussions, this podcast emphasizes the deeper meanings behind popular films and television shows. The hosts, both educators, bring a unique perspective, weaving cultural commentary, themes of social dynamics, and personal anecdotes into their critiques. With a mix of movie reviews, themed games, and guest interviews, episodes frequently tackle relevant issues, such as capitalism, class, and gender dynamics in storytelling, making complex narratives accessible to a wider audience. Notable for its thoughtful approach and humor, this podcast appeals to listeners who are not just fans of cinema and television but are also interested in understanding the societal implications behind the a... more
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Recent guests on The Extra Credits include:
1. Zach Cregger
2. Andrew Garfield
3. Florence Pugh
4. Sean Fennessey
5. James Steck
6. Adam Nayman
7. Wes Ball
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