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Cinephile with Adnan Virk

Adnan Virk, Le Batard & Friendsmeadowlark-media.com
Cinephile: Passionate interest in film, film theory, and film criticism. It's a term that fits Adnan Virk perfectly. Join each week as he reviews the newest films, latest television, and chats with heavy hitters in the entertainment industry about their recent projects and successful careers. From engaging conversations to entertaining topics, Cinephile also offers historical perspective, recapping some of the most influential tv shows and films of our lifetime.
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Episodes

Golden Globes Review with David Samson

David Samson joins Adnan to discuss the Golden Globe winners and losers, Jo Koy’s monologue, holiday cards, reading screenplays, the MLB Hall of Fame, Paul Giamatti’s connection to baseball, and much more! Do you go to the movies alone? Beau Is Afraid. Do writers like it when actors ad-lib? Perfect Days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 10, 202444 min

Saltburn + Priscilla + Daniel Bruhl

Saltburn. Adnan talks to actor Daniel Bruhl about his new film, Race for Glory: Audi vs. Lancia. Adnan has more complaints for the airline industry. Priscilla. Are we still doing 3D movies? Chris sums up Migration perfectly. Rushmore. Cinephile’s quest to land Paul Giamatti as a guest. Nyad. Chris has planned for surviving many hours in the ocean. All of Us Strangers. Rapid fire book reviews: “Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat, and Tears”, “Dearborn”, and “Everywhere an Oink Oink...

Jan 03, 20241 hr 2 min

Adnan's Top 10 Movies of 2023 + Leave the World Behind

Adnan’s Top 10 Movies of 2023 (5:36). Leave the World Behind (20:55). Actor John Ortiz joins Adnan to discuss his new film American Fiction (28:19). He tells a great Carlito's Way/Al Pacino story. The Iron Claw (15:35). Who is the most famous number in Adnan’s phone? Ferrari (23:38). RIP Andre Braugher. The Boys in the Boat (18:28). The Zone of Interest (25:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 20, 20231 hr 9 min

Napoleon + The Color Purple + Patricia Clarkson

Napoleon. Oscar nominated actress Patricia Clarkson joins Adnan. The Color Purple. Adnan discusses the way too early Critics Choice Awards nominations. The Boy and the Heron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 13, 202350 min

Sebastian Maniscalco + Maestro

Maestro. Sebastian Maniscalco and Omar J. Dorsey join Adnan to discuss their new show, Bookie. Rustin. Chris Cote’s Nashville scouting report was spot on. Adnan’s adventure with a listener in Nashville. Maitresse. Adnan checks out the Johnny Cash museum. Would Adnan rather get an Emmy nomination or have the Eagles win a Super Bowl? Adnan’s worst impression ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 07, 202359 min

The Dark Knight + American Fiction

15th anniversary of The Dark Knight. The one reason for all of Adnan’s success. American Fiction. Lisa Cortes joins Adnan to discuss her documentary, “Little Richard: I Am Everything”. Silent Night. Are movies without dialogue watchable? The Persian Version. Adnan’s odd late-night talk show routine. Should Cinephile talk to Paul Giamatti’s brother? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 29, 202352 min

Cinephile's 300th Episode: Those Aren't Pillows!

How many movies does Adnan watch per week? Poor Things. If you want to be Adnan’s intern, one word: passwords! May December. How do critics write notes in dark movie theaters? Anatomy of a Fall. Adnan talks to author Scott Eyman about his new book, “Charlie Chaplin Vs. America: When Art, Sex, and Politics Collided”. Albert Brooks: Defending My Life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 22, 20231 hr 1 min

The Marvels + Dream Scenario

The Marvels. Is the Marvel Cinematic Universe in trouble? Dream Scenario. Adnan calls it one of the weirdest films he’s seen in a long time. How much fun was burning CDs? Adnan talks to the writer of The Holdovers, David Hemingson. Fall cleaning in the Virk household. Adnan tries to donate books at the library. Is there anything better than a slice of cheese pizza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 15, 202344 min

The Holdovers + Sly with Director Thom Zimny

The Holdovers. Is Paul Giamatti a movie star? No Hard Feelings. Director Thom Zimny joins Adnan to discuss his new Netflix documentary Sly. Five Nights at Freddy’s. Chris recaps his Germany trip and makes fun of the meals provided on international flights. The Burial. Adnan mentions Killers of the Flower Moon for the 10th straight episode. Marty Scorsese doesn’t enjoy making movies? Blood on the Moon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 08, 202359 min

The Killer + Scarface

The Killer. We’re talking to author Nat Segaloff about his new book “Say Hello to My Little Friend: A Century of Scarface”. Chris reviews Killers of the Flower Moon. Adnan’s World Series travels. Do you order differently at a restaurant if someone else is buying? Why is it so hard to transfer someone a ticket? The George W. Bush first pitch sequel. Adnan pulls off a double bill at two different movie theaters. We have more sound of Marty Scorsese talking about Killers of the Flower Moon. Learn m...

Nov 01, 202355 min

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour + Le Batard Show Movie Knowledge Power Rankings

Adnan can't stop talking about Killers of the Flower Moon. Is there a single Marty Scorsese interview that Adnan hasn’t heard? The Dan Le Batard Show Movie Knowledge Power Rankings. Adnan is traveling to the World Series. What exactly is “content”? It’s never too early for an Oscars preview! Can Barbie get nominated for Best Picture? WIll Bradley Cooper join Cinephile? We talk to author Matt Singer about his new book “Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever”. Chris review...

Oct 25, 20231 hr 10 min

A "Killers of the Flower Moon" Extravaganza

Adnan recaps his private screening of Killers of the Flower Moon and gives his review. We're talking to production designer Jack Fisk and casting Director Ellen Lewis and hear from the legend himself, Marty Scorsese talking about the film. Also, Adnan swears he has never called in sick… in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 18, 20231 hr 11 min

Marty Scorsese gets quizzed by daughter + Chris Cote is BACK!!

Fast, Cheap & Out of Control. Author of the Flowers of the Killer Moon, David Grann joins Adnan. Chris Cote is back! Marty Scorsese’s daughter talks to her father about slang. Adnan hasn’t had his car for 50 days. When’s the last time you bought a magazine? Breakfast and a movie > Dinner and a movie? What if Adnan hates Killers of the Flower Moon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 11, 202346 min

The Irishman w/ Adam Amin + Dumb Money

Adnan is joined by his good friend and accomplished play by play guy Adam Amin. They discuss their shared love of The Irishman, Adam's DJ career and the fact that he flies about 200 times per year. Dumb Money. Also, Adnan attends Eagles game with his kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 03, 202351 min

Expend4bles + Scott Rogowsky

Expend4bles. We’re breaking down Last Tango in Paris with Scott Rogowsky. Adnan can’t wait for Killers of the Flower Moon. Winning Time canceled. Is the San Antonio Riverwalk overrated? Is there anything worse than your rideshare driver talking politics? Top 5 pig movies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 26, 202343 min

JFK + Welcome to Tangier?

Adnan talks to writer/director Brian Helgeland about his new film Finestkind. What’s it like working with Tommy Lee Jones? JFK. What’s Kevin Costner’s worst performance? Adnan’s Marty Scorsese update. Naked Lunch. Welcome to Tangier? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 19, 202355 min

Bottoms + Parasite

Adnan's longtime friend and Canadian sports television personality, Cabral "Cabbie" Richards joins the show. They're talking Le Batard show, Get on the Bus, sports docs, and much more. Bottoms. Adnan’s World Series dilemma. Parasite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 20231 hr

Only Murders in the Building + Adnan attends Springsteen concert

Only Murders In The Building. Adnan is joined by his friend and MLB Network co-worker Scott Spinelli. After Hours. An expensive week for Adnan at the US Open, Back to the Future musical, and a Springsteen concert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 06, 202359 min

The Equalizer 3 + Margot Robbie

Adnan attends a personal screening for The Equalizer 3, and then talks to the director Antoine Fuqua. What do you do when your car engine starts smoking? Does Stugotz have life figured out? Blue Beetle. Adnan reviews I, Tonya and we relive the time Margot Robbie joined Cinephile to discuss the film. The Salesman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 30, 202357 min

Liar Liar + Does Marty Scorsese know Adnan exists?

Liar Liar. Will Jim Carrey ever make a comeback? Does Marty Scorsese know Adnan exists? Chris’ terrible Seth Rogen impression. "Winning Time" basketball producer Idan Ravin joins Adnan. Happy birthday Robert De Niro. Adnan gets a call from Bob Costas. RIP William Friedkin and Paul Reubens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 202343 min

Michael Cera + Rocky IV

Rocky IV. What’s the worst officiating in sports movie history? Chris on his weekend in Nashville. What’s with all the bike bars?! Adnan talks to Michael Cera and director Dustin Guy Defa about their new film, The Adults. Stugotz shamelessly asks Adnan for phone numbers. New Cinephile segment: Great actor or just weird? Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. The rare Seth Rogen miss? Adnan hates talking on the phone. Cinephile requested Michael Oher before he was in the news. Chris is out ...

Aug 16, 202343 min

The Hangover + Fraudulent Birthday Wishes

The Hangover. There are 19 movie theaters in the country where you can properly watch Oppenheimer. Fraudulent birthday wishes. George and Tammy. Is Michael Shannon a great actor or just odd? Can Adnan get rid of Twitter? Chris’ atrocious text etiquette. Adnan’s least favorite type of music. Chris’ limited fake Michael Shannon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 01, 202338 min

Oppenheimer + Barbie

Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. What happened to the movie theater double dip? Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. How Barbie is like Back to the Future, Grease and The Truman Show. Adnan actually goes to the theater to buy tickets. Oscar De La Hoya joins Adnan to discuss his new documentary, The Golden Boy. Who eats chicken tenders without fries? Adnan’s friends were indifferent about his pink outfit for Barbie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 25, 202356 min

The Exorcist + Chris Has Doubts About Barbie

Why are Oppenheimer and Barbie getting released the same weekend? Chris has doubts about this Barbie movie. Adnan talks to author Nat Segaloff about his new book, The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear. My Own Private Idaho. The writers strike is affecting Cinephile. Beau travail. Adnan rips shot for shot remakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 18, 202335 min

Adnan's Style + Sarah?!

Asteroid City. More traveling drama for Adnan. Emmy nominations. Adnan’s style. Amadeus. Best laugh in movie history? Adnan’s ‘pinch me’ moments at the MLB All-Star game. Do all Wes Anderson characters talk the same? Belle de Jour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 13, 202338 min

Past Lives + Adnan's Vacation Horror Story

Past Lives. Adnan’s vacation horror story. Elemental. Where Chris wants to move when he retires. Adnan goes tubing. Oldboy. Chris watches the wrong movie. Swimming Pool. The 3 great movies we’ve had so far this year. Chris rewatches Back To The Future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 05, 202334 min

The Flash + Did Billy Gil text Adnan back?!

The Flash. Is Adnan turning into Tony Kornheiser? Are all Wes Anderson films the same? Man Bites Dog. Cinephile guest sets record for quickest Zoom exit after their interview. No End. Are 10 one hour films just a limited series? Camera Buff. Did Billy Gil finally text Adnan back?! Are the Marlins actually good? Adnan’s twin… Chris Chelios. A movie theater miracle for Adnan. Is Krzysztof Kieslowski the Adam Sandler of Poland? Adnan’s limited fake John Skipper. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Jun 20, 202341 min

Patricia Heaton + Jennifer Esposito

Adnan talks to Emmy winning actress, Patricia Heaton about Mending the Line. After getting to interview Monica Bellucci, Adnan reviews two of her films, Malena and Irreversible. Also, Jennifer Esposito joins the show to discuss Fresh Kills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202345 min

Adnan Prefers Middle Seats Over Window Seats

About My Father. Adnan gets his mentions in of De Niro, Pacino and Scorsese. Director of Hoop Dreams and new Bill Walton docuseries, Steve James joins the show. Adnan’s limited fake John Skipper. Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse. Is there anything worse than a theater full of kids? Best selling author, T.J. Newman joins the show. Adnan prefers middle seats over window seats on an airplane. Can you meet Nicole Kidman with dirty hair? Have you been to Sante Fe, New Mexico? Charleston regular Ch...

Jun 06, 20231 hr 5 min

Succession Finale + Natalie Eva Marie

Succession. Wrestler and actress, Natalie Eva Marie joins the show. Barry. The best and worst TV show endings. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Chris’ beef with Jeremy Strong. Brian Cox makes a comeback. Adnan doesn’t like too many time jumps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 31, 202353 min
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