Unspooled
Paul Scheer & Amy Nicholson | RealmEach week actor & comedian Paul Scheer (Black Monday, The League) and film critic Amy Nicholson (LA Times Chief Film Critic ) watch and discuss the best movies out there. From the classics to new releases and every indie film in-between. Along the way, they’ll dissect iconic scenes, spotlight their favorite characters, and decide if these movies still stand the test of time.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 436 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & Film | |||
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Paul and Amy pay tribute to the late Bud Cort by revisiting Hal Ashby’s 1971 cult classic that somehow never shows up on the big movie lists. They unpack the film’s unlikely origins as UCLA student Colin Higgins’ audacious script and trace its journe... more
Paul and Amy sink their teeth into Twilight, unpacking how a once-mocked teen romance became a box-office juggernaut and cultural lightning rod. They trace the adaptation saga from Paramount’s infamous “jet ski” rewrite to Catherine Hardwicke’s faith... more
Paul and Amy revisit Reality Bites, Ben Stiller’s Gen-X touchstone that may or may not want to be one. They discuss the film’s scrappy origins from writer Helen Childress and star-producer Winona Ryder, unpack Ethan Hawke’s slacker allure and Ben Sti... more
Paul and Amy step into the cinema confessional with Nicole Byer as she spills on being a proud talker during movies, why she prefers “dirty” character actors over glossy realism, and untangles her complicated relationship with the Fast & Furious sag... more
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I had listened to a few episodes of Paul’s other show before but it wasn’t my give. They were recently guests on my other weekly podcasts so I decided to give Unspooled a shot.
Love love love! I love the banter between Amy and Paul! Amy’s voice is so nice and I love their inputs on some of my favorite movies. They both are basically saying the thoughts I have out loud. Specifically about Wall-E and how did they have kids!!
Love Paul’s shoutouts at the end to use the Library it is giving Bob Ba... more
Apple Podcasts5Maggz231
United Statesa month ago - Y’all are soft
When first listening to Unspooled, the more scripted format admittedly takes some getting used to compared to HDTGM. That being said, Paul and Amy just keep getting better at this. All of the whining about Amy’s opinions just show that we’ve forgotten what cultural criticism is and everything is either S TIER or terrible. What a boring way to live life. She brings the backup most of the time, even if you are offended (like when she wanted to do the thought exercise in which Spielberg doesn’t exi... more
Apple Podcasts5Kale DoghairUnited Statesa month ago - A mostly enjoyable listen.
Overall I really like this podcast. However when Amy doesn’t like a movie, she is an insufferable nitpick. She can exhibit a double standard that is completely transparent. If she doesn’t see that she does this, she’s either delusional or she just doesn’t care.
Apple Podcasts3jdlsfUnited Statesa month ago - Ads ads ads
It’s a ridiculous amount of ads. The latest episode had so many ad breaks that I had to search how to make a review.
There are too many ad free movie podcasts to pretend this one is better than them.
Apple Podcasts1AppleIsSoGoodUnited States2 months ago - 🛑
Stop recommending bad podcasts. Here for you, not them.
Apple Podcasts3Josh The Janitor
Canada2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #4 | United States/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #61 | United States/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #3 | Canada/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #8 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #49 | Canada/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #58 | United Kingdom/TV & Film |
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This podcast offers a lively exploration of films, spanning classics to contemporary releases, as co-hosts engage in insightful discussions about cinematic artistry. Each episode features thorough analyses of iconic scenes, character explorations, and examinations of the cultural impact of films. The hosts, an actor and a seasoned film critic, often connect personal anecdotes with broader film themes, enriching the listener's experience with humor and sincerity. The dynamic dialogue makes it appealing for movie enthusiasts and casual viewers alike, fostering an appreciation for the art of storytelling through film.
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1. Nicole Byer
2. Sarah Marshall
3. Molly Lambert
4. Kareem Rahma
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6. Larry Charles
7. Ben Mankiewicz
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