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The Filmcast

The Filmcast
John Wick
Star Wars
Rebel Moon
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Hollywood
Stephen King
Fantastic Four
Final Destination Bloodlines
Netflix
Dune
Summer Movie Wager
I Saw the TV Glow
Love Lies Bleeding
Gladiator
Monkey Man
Love Hurts
Eddington
Mark Kerr
Megalopolis
Marvel

In The Filmcast, hardcore geeks David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Jeff Cannata debate, pontificate, and delve into the latest films, TV shows, and other entertainment-related items from the past week. Weekly guests include everyday bloggers, webmaster luminaries, film directors, and movie stars from all walks of life. You can reach us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com and find more podcast episodes at w... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Sherman
Guest on episode
Episode: After Dark Review: Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma
Germain Lussier
Senior Reporter for IO9 and Gizmodo; frequent contributor to coverage
IO9 / Gizmodo
Episode: Ep. 880 - Toy Story 5
Simon McQuoid
Director of Mortal Kombat II
Warner Bros. / Mortal Kombat universe
Episode: The Filmcast Interview: Simon McQuoid, Director of Mortal Kombat II
Simon McCoyd
Director of Mortal Kombat II
Unspecified
Episode: Ep. 874 - Mortal Kombat II
Matt Goldberg
Freelance film critic; Decoding Everything contributor
Decoding Everything
Episode: Ep. 866 - Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair (GUEST: Matt Goldberg)
Dan Trachtenberg
Director of Predator: Badlands
Disney Plus, Hulu
Episode: After Dark Interview: How Dan Trachtenberg Made 'Predator: Badlands'
Peter Sciretta
Half of the Ordinary Adventures YouTube channel
Ordinary Adventures
Episode: After Dark Review: Lemonade Mouth (2011)
Zach Lipovsky
Director known for the film Freaks and experience in high-concept horror.
Episode: After Dark Bonus: An Interview with Adam Stein and Zach Lipovsky, the Directors of Final Destination Bloodlines
Adam Stein
Director noted for his work on the indie film Freaks.
Episode: After Dark Bonus: An Interview with Adam Stein and Zach Lipovsky, the Directors of Final Destination Bloodlines

Hosts

David Chen
Host of The Filmcast (as introduced) with extensive involvement in film criticism and media discussions.
Devindra Hardawar
Co-host on The Filmcast, noted for industry insight and wide-ranging media commentary.
Jeff Cannata
Co-host on The Filmcast, known for film critique and engaging banter.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.9k ratings
  • Boring

    David Chen has never had an interesting thing to say about movies, television, or anything at all.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bogeyfogey
    United States2 months ago
  • I like them

    Been listening to this pod since day one. We were all in our 20s. Now we’re all in our 40s🤷🏽. Good show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TOME877
    United States2 months ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts

    Have been listening for years, love the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    V Galindo ATX
    United States3 months ago
  • Always entertaining and reliable film and TV commentary. My favourite crew to listen to. They present a variety of opinions in a relatable and amusing way.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    CrazyJ
    3 months ago
  • Insufferable

    Jeff Cannata is one of the most insufferable, obnoxious, most self-important people I have ever listened to. This guy is on a film review podcast and refuses to watch trailers. He wants you to know that he cries during every movie. He moved to Colorado from California and wants everyone to know it, as if it’s a progressive badge of honor. He wants you to know that he’s a member of SAG and is friends with director Dan Trachtenburg. He writes “limericks” and tries to sell them to you. Constantly. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dra7en
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Long-time fans enjoy the hosts' camaraderie and insights.
Some opinions polarize but overall warmth and expertise are valued.
Listeners appreciate deep dives into film craft and industry context.
Balanced critique and lively banter keep conversations fresh.

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Apple Podcasts
#195
United States/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#118
Canada/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#177
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#98
Australia/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#33
Argentina/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#37
Singapore/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 880 - Toy Story 5
Q: What's your take on the Lilypad/Bonnie arc and the film's ending?
The Lilypad subplot is seen as bold and emotionally charged by some (it bonds Jesse to Bonnie and later sacrifices Lilypad), while others feel the finale resolves too neatly and leaves some questions about Bonnie's development unanswered.
Ep. 880 - Toy Story 5
Q: How does the film handle the tech versus toy dynamic?
The panel generally agrees the film threads a middle path, showing both the lure of devices and the importance of real-world connections, with some arguing it could have pushed further in critiquing tech culture.
Ep. 880 - Toy Story 5
Q: What did Germain think of Toy Story 5 and was it worth looking forward to?
Germain found the film thoughtful and emotionally resonant, especially in Jessie's arc, though he noted some structural issues early on; he believed the movie ultimately works as a meaningful addition to the franchise.
Ep. 872 - The 2026 Summer Movie Wager
Q: Devindra, what's your number one for Summer 2026?
Devindra leans toward Spider-Man Brand New Day, citing broad appeal across families and fans, and the momentum from prior Spider-Man installments.
Ep. 872 - The 2026 Summer Movie Wager
Q: Peter, what is your number one for Summer 2026 US Domestic Box Office?
Peter's pick is Toy Story 5, driven by franchise strength, multigenerational appeal, and historical performance of previous Toy Story installments.

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A lively, opinionated roundtable on recent film and TV, mixing sharp analysis with playful banter. Episodes often hinge on craft and context—biopics, blockbusters, and franchise storytelling—while weaving in industry trends, marketing, and occasional spoiler-filled takes. The trio balance technical critique with personal anecdotes, and headlines or politics occasionally color the conversation, making it soccer-moot in tone yet accessible for movie lovers and industry observers alike. A standout trait is mixing deep cinematic analysis with broad pop culture chatter and frequent sponsor reads between segments, which can help sponsors reach highly engaged, nerdy-audience listeners who value expertise and personality in equal measure.

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Recent guests on The Filmcast include:

1. Sarah Sherman
2. Germain Lussier
3. Simon McQuoid
4. Simon McCoyd
5. Matt Goldberg
6. Dan Trachtenberg
7. Peter Sciretta
8. Zach Lipovsky

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