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The Important Cinema Club

Justin Decloux and Will Sloan
Hong Kong Cinema
Hollywood
Dario Argento
Michael Bay
Horror Movies
Film Criticism
Star Wars
Roger Ebert
Italian Horror
Public Domain Films
Jerry Warren
Paul W.S. Anderson
Experimental Film
Jim Jarmusch
Jerry Lewis
Jim Carrey
Toronto International Film Festival
David Fincher
Marlon Riggs
Michele Soavi

A podcast on high film art, entertaining film trash, and everything film in between. Subscribe to the Patreon for new premium episode every week. www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub

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Listen to the full episode by becoming a Patreon subscriber at www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub/

We discuss the filmography of indie horror filmmaker Joe Meredith, with a focus on his shorts SOUTH MILLS DISTRICT, VARIANT and HARVEST BROOD. Check out Joe's Youtube page: www.youtube.com/@grislyjoegrim Watch Harvest Brood: youtu.be/... more

We discuss watching four Mexican Horror films: THE BLACK PIT OF DR. M, THE WITCH'S MIRROR, THE BRAINIAC and THE CURSE OF THE CRYING WOMAN. Send us stuff like zines, movie-related books, physical media or memorabilia c/o Justin Decloux, Unit 1010, 323... more

You can listen to the full episode by subscribing to the Patreon: www.patreon.com/theimportantcinemaclub/posts/447-you-can-see-173470522?pr=true

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Recent Guests

Dave Abramson
Author of Your Time Is Now: The Sammy Petrillo Story and longtime WFMU host
WFMU
Episode: INTERVIEW - Oh No, I'm Sammy Petrillo
Rufus Butler Seder
Director and star of Screamplay
Screamplay / Muscle Distribution (restoration partner)
Episode: INTERVIEW - The Hollywood Dreamscape of Screamplay
Elizabeth Purchell
Founder of Muscle Distribution
Muscle Distribution
Episode: INTERVIEW - The Hollywood Dreamscape of Screamplay
Whitney Strub
Associate Professor at Rutgers University, author of Films That Explode Like Grenades, Robert Kramer and the Search for a Radical Cinema
Rutgers University
Episode: INTERVIEW - The Radical Cinema of Robert Kramer, with Whitney Strub
Tim Heidecker
Actor/Comedian who was contacted for interviews about The Three Stooges
Episode: PATREON PREVIEW: Are The Three Stooges Funnier On 16mm?
Joe Burke
Writer-Director of Burt Berger
Episode: INTERVIEW: How Did They Ever Make a Movie of Burt Berger?
Oliver Cooper
Writer-Star of Burt Berger
Episode: INTERVIEW: How Did They Ever Make a Movie of Burt Berger?
Dave Baker
Comic book artist and writer, known for Punk'N Heads and Mary Tyler Moorehawk
Independent comics creator
Episode: INTERVIEW: Dave Baker Loves To Fight The Impossible
Violet Lucca
Author and film critic
Film Comment
Episode: #414 - David Cronenberg's Clinical Trials feat. Violet Lucca

Hosts

Will Sloan
Co-host based in Toronto, known for pairing rigorous cinephile insight with approachable, humorous conversation; frequently guides discussions and interviews with guests on cult, art-house, and classic cinema.
Justin Decloux
Co-host with Will Sloan; brings broad knowledge of film history and a sharp, often provocative perspective that complements Will's depth and humor.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Meryl Streep Episode

    Calling Sophie’s Choice a mediocre film is one of the most ridiculous takes I’ve ever heard in a film podcast. Saying the actual choice she has to make in that film a bit meh actually made me laugh out loud and then annoyed me for a very long time. That is one of the most disturbing and devastating moments in cinema history and her acting is absolutely phenomenal. I won’t be listening to any more episodes. You’re taking the “oh this is so popular so I can’t possibly like it” contrarianism to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Women like great films too!
    Australia18 days ago
  • Good, less than obnoxious/ pathetic movie podcast

    Five stars for Will, three for Justin

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MarthaPlimptonFan3:16
    Australiaa month ago
  • Eh

    Hosts have grown insufferable over the years. Guess my parasocial relationship has ended. For guys who love Asian cinema they sure dabble in a lot of Sinophobia.

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    My Dooood
    United Statesa month ago
  • My favourite podcast

    Been listening for just over a year now, slowly working my way through both the patreon and main feed of the show. Love it, but a sobering moment came when they make an offhand reference to “the man who secretly recorded conversations with Orson Welles” and without thinking I muttered “ahh Henry Jaglom”. I knew the show had already sunken its teeth well into me, but I didn’t realise quite the Pavlovian effect it had had. Keep up the great work guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimboJimbozzz
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • The best film podcast

    Justin and Will have permanently altered how I watch and understand film for the better! Just such a good show; I anticipate it every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snooperest
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Cinephiles will feel heard and challenged by sharp, informed banter.
Hosts balance warmth with rigorous context and fun anecdotes.
Chemistry between Will and Justin is a strong draw for listeners.
Long-running dialogue and guest insight keep deep dives accessible.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#174
Canada/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#243
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#191
Australia/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#236
Germany/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#115
Hong Kong/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#142
Russia/TV & Film

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#484 - Mexico Gotchic
Q: How do you feel about the phrase media literacy?
They think media literacy is important but say the phrase can be misused to insult people who simply hold different interpretations. They also observe that people consume a great deal of media without always thinking critically about it.
#484 - Mexico Gotchic
Q: Have you ever lost respect for someone based on their film opinions?
They say that a film opinion alone usually would not change their respect for someone, though refusing subtitled or black-and-white films can suggest a closed mind. They would hear out a thoughtful reason for disliking a classic.
#485 - The Beautiful Nightmares of Joe Meredith
Q: How do you differentiate between Stockholm Syndrome and developing a taste for something?
The hosts say repeated viewing can build appreciation and that enjoyment is reason enough to keep watching. They also note that familiarity can help viewers distinguish stronger entries, while audience reactions depend on the particular film and the context in which it is shown.
INTERVIEW - Oh No, I'm Sammy Petrillo
Q: To what extent is his life triumph and to what extent is it tragedy?
Abramson says Petrillo saw entertaining people as a form of success, but also recognized that his resemblance to Jerry Lewis both gave him a path into show business and prevented him from escaping the imitation.
INTERVIEW - Oh No, I'm Sammy Petrillo
Q: Why would somebody write a book about Sammy Petrillo?
Abramson says Petrillo's unusual life and career drew him in, beginning with childhood interest in Bela Lugosi and later deepening after he saw Petrillo perform in Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla.

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The show offers thoughtful, wide-ranging explorations of cinema—from art-house prestige to cult and genre entries—often balancing scholarly context with playful banter. Episodes commonly center on individual filmmakers, movements, or thematic trends, and frequently feature guest insights that deepen historical or cultural understanding. A notable pattern is the hosts' capability to connect film history to broader cultural moments, with a brisk, accessible pace and a preference for contextual, canon-expanding discussions that still feel personal and entertaining. This combination of rigor, humor, and curiosity makes it useful for listeners who want film literacy without sacrificing character and conversation. A standout quality is the hosts'... more

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