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Unwatchables with Marc & Seth

Unwatchables
Serial Killers
Transgressive Fiction
The Cable Guy
Tim Roth
Dysfunctional Families
Trauma
British Cinema
Ray Winstone
Gary Oldman
Nil By Mouth
The War Zone
Domestic Abuse
9-11
September 11th
Terrorism
United 93
The 5,000 Fingers Of Dr. T
Angst
Maniac
Jim Carrey

On Unwatchables, we dive deep into the most controversial, disturbing, or just misunderstood films. From punishing art films to extreme horror to bizarre curiosities, Marc and Seth test their limits and try to pin down what separates the art from the trolling. At the end of each episode, we answer the same question: If you could, would you Unwatch this? Unwatchables is hosted by Marc Dottavio and ... more

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On today’s Halloween special, we’re joined by author and visual artist Christopher Norris for two films that are decidedly NOT The Exorcist. William Friedkin's 1973 phenomenon inspired plenty of imitators, but few rode its coattails as closely as the... more

Today UNWATCHABLES goes Down Under for two grim Australian thrillers with the help of film critic Laura Venning. These films faced controversy for their upsetting depictions of brutal violence—in one case, the unsimulated kind—but that's nothing comp... more

Today we're joined by filmmaker/author Steven Bernstein for our tribute to intimacy coordinators, none of whom were present for these films. These painfully raw relationship dramas courted controversy not just for their explicit sex scenes, but also ... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Bailey
Critic, author, and podcaster.
Episode: Ep. 87 - Two by Joel Schumacher feat. Jason Bailey (Falling Down / 8mm)
Will Sloan
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Bryan Loomis
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Episode: Ep. 82 - Two by Alejandro Jodorowsky (El Topo / The Holy Mountain)
Bob McCully
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Episode: Ep. 81 - Pink Films feat. Bob McCully (Violated Angels / Muscle)
Keith Phipps
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Episode: Ep. 79 - The Virgin Spring / The Last House on the Left feat. Keith Phipps
Christopher Zeischegg
Writer, musician, and filmmaker.
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Episode: Ep. 78 - Two by Dennis Cooper (Like Cattle Towards Glow / Permanent Green Light)
Steve Erickson
Film and music critic for Gay City News, director of short films
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Episode: Ep. 77 - Zero Day / Elephant feat. Steve Erickson
Zach Butcher
Musician and member of the band The Jackal
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Episode: Ep. 76 - Halloween Special feat. Zach Butcher (Maniac / Angst)

Hosts

Marc Dottavio
Co-host and primary voice on film discussions.
Seth Troyer
Co-host providing contrasting perspectives on film narratives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Excellent Film Discourse

    My journey with Unwatchables, so far, has been enlightening. I’ve discovered new films I may or may not have seen without your commentary. I love how insightful the conversations are & the funny banter. Will definitely continue to listen & subscribe. Here’s a possible film suggestion: I Spit On Your Grave (1978).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crisperks93
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 stars

    Marc, Seth and Tony have crafted a special podcast. It is equally interesting and entertaining, and has inspired me to investigate the world of cinema more! Fantastic work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnkfromcantonohio
    United States3 years ago

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Ep. 71 - A Family Affair (Nil by Mouth / The War Zone)
Q: Did you choose these two movies because that's just the kind of thing that you're into?
I always wanted to find the most fucked up shit.
Ep. 71 - A Family Affair (Nil by Mouth / The War Zone)
Q: How do you classify yourself in a certain way?
I try as hard as I can to be totally off the map, undefinable.

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Focusing on the most controversial and often misunderstood films, this podcast offers a critical examination of titles that challenge conventional cinema. Hosts engage with themes of extreme horror, artistic intentions, and the blurred lines between art and provocation, providing listeners with thoughtful discussions while evaluating the merits of each film. With episodes featuring in-depth analyses of both mainstream and obscure films, the hosts also incorporate humor and personal anecdotes, making for a uniquely engaging format that resonates with cinephiles and casual viewers alike. The recurring question 'If you could, would you Unwatch this?' further embodies the show's exploration of film appreciation and critique.

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