
After a 10 year break they've returned! The Ongoing Conversation about Movies and their Meaning with film critics Jett Loe and Gareth Higgins continues to explore what films are really telling us about our lives and world, what we can learn about life through the eyes of others, and how movies can help us get through hard times - and affirm us in the better ones.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 82 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmFilm History | |||

Hello friends, who knew Higgins and Loe would have so much to talk about in regards to the filmography of Steven Spielberg? I suppose we should have realized. In this ep we soldier on and discuss some of our favorite Spielberg pictures, as well as re... more
Take out the earplugs of your mind Dear Listener and go watch Steven Spielberg's magnificent DISCLOSURE DAY. That is all.
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You won't believe where Professor Dr. Gareth Higgins put RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK on this Part 2 episode ranking of all of Steven Spielberg's films Dear Listener, but as Jett Loe says on the show, (referring to Spielberg's DUEL), "...in the absence of... more
How do we apply metrics to art Dear Listener? Well, Higgins and Loe try, as they go though all of Steven Spielberg's theatrically released films and put them in order form worst to best, least to greatest, slightly brilliant to most brilliant? Someth... more
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This is the first podcast I ever listened to back in 2008 ahead of TDK release. I’m glad this podcast is back! The hosts are so good at analyzing films. No one comments on films on a thematic level. It’s very interesting and engaging.
I could listen to these two guys talk about anything! They are funny and brilliant and incisive and inviting. And, I love film, so hearing them chat about interesting movies is a special delight!
Thoughtful, Informative, playful, fun, insightful, and just a profound delight - the Film Talk is back! One of my favorite podcasts. Jett and Gareth are amazing hosts. The show is a joy to listen to through and through and maybe, JUST MAYBE, we’ll all come out on the other side of each episode a little kinder, a little more thoughtful, and a little more hopeful that there’s still good in the world and that there are films out there that tell stories that can indeed help us live better. RUN! Don’... more
So glad the film talk is back, my favourite film podcast.
A joy to be a part (even if just listening) of the friendliest disagreements about film you can easily find. Gareth and Jett are a joy to hear and happily drill down into movies and meaning in a most accessible way!
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A duo of film critics engages in in-depth conversations about movies and their deeper meanings, often tying on-screen choices to broader social and human themes. Across episodes, they dissect classic and contemporary films with rigor and warmth, blending rigorous analysis with personal anecdotes and a collaborative, friendly chemistry. The show tends to explore how cinema shapes perception, memory, and culture, while also reflecting on the craft of filmmaking itself. A notable strength is the long-running, thoughtful back-and-forth between two knowledgeable hosts, including occasional guests, a clear love for cinephilia, and a willingness to address tough topics through film. This combination makes it a strong fit for listeners who crave me... more
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