The GoodTrash Bois return to the Garbage Chute to talk about the highly anticipated new feature from New Hollywood Godfather Francis Ford Coppola, Megalopolis. Following a storied trek through development hell, persistent production problems, and tribulations finding distribution, the movie finally arrived thanks to Lionsgate. But, was the final product worth all of the heartache and hard time? Dalton, Dustin, and Arthur sit down to discuss their thoughts regarding Megalopolis . Tune in now, and...
Sep 29, 2024•28 min•Ep. 615
Friends and familiars, we wrap up September with an odyssey in the form of Crystal Fairy and the Magical Cactus . We traverse a strange world in an attempt to unwrap this coming of age (?), drug trip (?) movie from Chile. We talk interpersonal relationships, figuring ourselves out, social dynamics, and much more as we break this one open on the analysis table. TIMESTAMPS 01:24 - Introductions and Synopsis 04:10 - Quick Crystal Fairy and the Magical Cactus Reviews 17:52 - Expanding the Syllabus 3...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 612
Hello fiends. It's a big bonus week here at GoodTrash. The chute is open, and there's a new drop in your feed. This week, we're talking about the highly anticipated new release from Coralie Fargeat The Substance. Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley lead this satirical body horror, but do they succeed in making it memorable? Dalton is joined by our dear friend, the Frightful Femme, Kirsten Therkelson to discuss this new release. And Arthur pops in at the end to make his thoughts known. So, tune in to...
Sep 26, 2024•43 min•Ep. 614
Hello friends! We're back from the picture show—in this case, Netflix—to discuss the brand new Jeremy Saulnier action-thriller Rebel Ridge . We here at the GenreCast are big fans of Saulnier's previous efforts, and Dalton has been champing at the bit to talk about it. So, he called in some good friends from The Cinematic Schematic: Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman. Is this new picture, streaming exclusively on Netflix, worth your time? Dalton, Caleb, and Laron parse it out in this Rebel Ridge rev...
Sep 25, 2024•43 min•Ep. 613
Hello monsters! We are back with another bit of analysis for your ear. This week, we take on the Spike Jonze adaptation of the beloved children's story Where the Wild Things Are. We discuss parents, children, societal construction, and much, much more as we bring this one to the analysis table. Join us to hear our thoughts! TIMESTAMPS 01:24 - Introductions and Synopsis 04:34 - Quick Where the Wild Things Are Reviews 19:03 - Expanding the Syllabus 34:01 - Analysis 50:45 - Shelf or Trash 51:55 - W...
Sep 20, 2024•55 min•Ep. 611
Hello dear friends! Gather round because do we have a spectacle for you! This week, we have a Patreon-supported pick from our friend Clayton. Clayton is taking us to the world of the Italian Neorealists with Federico Fellini with La Strada . For Dalton and Arthur, it is our first true conversation with the Neorealists. Dustin walks us through that as we bring La Strada to the analysis table . Tune in now! TIMESTAMPS 01:24 - Introductions and Synopsis 04:16 - Quick La Strada Reviews 19:24 - Expan...
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 610
It's a new month, a new movie, and all that jazz! That's right, it is time to grab your tap shoes and hit the stage for our next episode. We're talking all about the Best Picture-winning musical Chicago . We talk true crime, musicals, Richard Gere, and much, much more! Tune in now as we bring Chicago the musical to the analysis table. 01:23 - Introductions and Synopsis 04:58 - Quick Chicago Movie Reviews 19:40 - Expanding the Syllabus 26:21 - Analysis 54:11 - Shelf or Trash 54:48 - Wrap Up and N...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 609
Our Always Be Watching Denzel marathon comes to a close. We wrap this run with Denzel feature directorial debut Antwone Fisher . This drama features a young man facing his demons with help from a psychologist. Denzel takes his place in front of and behind the camera, but how does he fare? We discuss anger, therapy, family, and of course, Denzel. Join us for the conclusion to our second Always Be Watching Denzel marathon! TIMESTAMPS 01:23 - Introductions and Synopsis 05:40 - Quick Antwone Fisher ...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 608
Hello everybody! We keep up the mantra of Always Be Watching Denzel with part four of one of our favorite marathon subjects. This week, we're taking a look at the sweaty, pulpy suspense, Out of Time . His second collaboration with Carl Franklin. We discuss noir, Florida, sweaty actors, and much more in this episode. So, join us as we breakdown Out of Time. TIMESTAMPS 01:23 - Introductions and Synopsis 04:19 - Quick Out of Time Reviews 21:25 - Expanding the Syllabus 29:59 - Analysis 47:31 - Shelf...
Aug 22, 2024•55 min•Ep. 607
We just can't stop watching Denzel. This week, we have his fourth collaboration with the great Spike Lee with Inside Man. This heist movie has a lot going on, and we're taking it to the analysis table to talk about it. We discuss Denzel, heists, post-9/11 society, and Spike Lee in this episode. Join us now for the discussion. TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis 08:30 - Quick Inside Man Reviews 23:42 - Expanding the Syllabus 36:49 - Analysis 1:05:45 - Shelf or Trash 1:07:16 - Wrap Up an...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 605
The train keeps rolling this week pardners as we take a look at the Antoine Fuqua directed remake of The Magnificent Seven and Seven Samurai. In this action-packed western, Denzel leads an ensemble of some of the best character actors around—and Chris Pratt. We talk about westerns, story structure, casting, Denzel, and much, much more! Round up the wagons, and jump on in for this week's convo! TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis 03:13 - Quick The Magnificent Seven Reviews 21:16 - Expan...
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 604
Dalton and Arthur hit the chute this week in response to the new M. Night Shyamalan experience, TRAP. With a fun premise, a great trailer, and elder statesman Josh Hartnett, the excitement was high for Shyamalan's new film. But, does it meet expectations? Or does the trap spring too early? We break it down with our mostly spoiler free reviews, but we do get into SPOILER TERRITORY around the halfway to two-thirds mark. So, tune in to hear us break down our thoughts on TRAP.
Aug 03, 2024•34 min•Ep. 606
The summer of lists has come to an end, and we're diving right back into a big marathon. It's actually the second part of a marathon from way back when called Always Be Watching Denzel – ABWD. We should make bracelets. This week, we go back to the early days of Denzel's career for a pairing with Mira Nair and Sarita Choudhury, Mississippi Masala . Does this rom-drama-dy hold up? We talk culture, outsiders, Denzel, and much, much more. Join us now! TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis 08...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 603
The season of the list is coming to an end. And it's only appropriate that we end with a list celebrating the genre that typically rules summer: the action movie! That's right, we're highlighting our favorite action packed spectacles just for you dear listener! Tune in now. And don't forget, we want to hear your list! Hit us up on Instagram (@goodtrashmedia) or email us: goodtrashgenrecast@gmail.com !
Jul 26, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 602
Hit the lights and tilt the camera, we're continuing the Season of the List with our Top 5 Film Aesthetics. We're playing an abstract game this week as we discuss the elements that go into making some of our favorite film aesthetics—and the movies that best embody them. Sound convoluted? Maybe a bit, but you gotta keep things fresh. So, join us for our conversation, and let us know what your favorite aesthetics are by following on Instagram (@GoodTrashMedia) or emailing us: goodtrashgenrecast@gm...
Jul 18, 2024•48 min•Ep. 601
Hello friends and fiends! The Garbage Chute has opened up and dropped a hot review of a hot new movie in your listening trash bin. Dalton and special guest Kirsten Therkelson put their investigative skills to the test to determine whether or not the hotly anticipated new Ozgood Perkins serial killer thriller is worth your time. Longlegs is one of Neon's biggest releases, and many film fans were excited to see the film being deemed a modern Silence of the Lambs has to offer. Well, Dalton and Kirs...
Jul 15, 2024•58 min•Ep. 600
Hello movie fans! We've got a diabolical list for you this week as we take a look at our Top 10 Movie Villains. That's right, from misguided characters doing what they think is right to outright evil deeds, we've got the best of the best on our lists. What makes a good villain? How much crossover did we have? Tune in and find out! Let us know your favorite movie villains on Instagram (@GoodTrashMedia) or email us at goodtrashgenrecast@gmail.com ....
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 599
Hello fiends and familiars! It is the return of the Season of the List! That's right, we're taking time to rest, recharge, and countdown a bunch of film-related topics. And this year, we're starting the Season of the List with our Top 10 International Films. We discussed long and hard the parameters for international films, but these are primarily produced internationally and primarily foreign language. It is a fun conversation to be having as international film is getting a bit more mainstream ...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 598
Hello bikers and bikettes (?), we've got a juicy new show for you filled with artsy black and white audio recording and symbolism. It's Dalton's host pick week, and he picked us a doozy in Francis Ford Coppola's Rumble Fish. Shot in conjunction with The Outsiders , Rumble Fish is another pairing from S.E. Hinton and Coppola. We talk black and white photography, philosophy, teenage angst, and much more as we break open this Coppola B-Side. Join us now! TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsi...
Jun 27, 2024•54 min•Ep. 596
Hello everyone. We're in a motorcycle mindset this week, as Dalton and Arthur sit down to discuss the Jeff Nichols' first film in 8 years, The Bikeriders. As they prepare to discuss the film, they talk Nichols and his career. They then review the movie and offer their recommends on whether or not to go see it. Finally, they offer a bit of a summer movie preview as they discuss what has them excited in the coming months. Join us now to hear our thoughts on The Bikeriders.
Jun 22, 2024•56 min•Ep. 597
Hello fiends and familiars! We continue on this month with a bit of a thematic double feature following last week's Edward Scissorhands as we look at the 80s-set horror rom-com Lisa Frankenstein . Directed by Zelda Williams, this Romeo and Juliet-adjacent story (or maybe Bonnie and Clyde?) is a tonal romp, but does it come together? We discuss zombies, Frankensteins, and Pinocchios (Oh My), as well as parenting, suburbia, and much more. Tune in now! TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis ...
Jun 20, 2024•55 min•Ep. 595
Hello fiends and familiars, we have a Patreon pick from someone near and dear to Dalton's heart. And this wonderful Patreon supporter has chosen Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands for us to take to the analysis table. We discuss Frankenstein and Pinocchio, suburban life, Tim Burton, and much, much more as we bring this beloved 90s classic to the show. Join us now to hear our thoughts! TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis 05:35 - Quick Edward Scissorhands Reviews 18:03 - Expanding the Syll...
Jun 13, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 590
Spoilers begin at 15:30. Hello fiends and familiars! Because of all of the excitement about new stuff and Arthur's FOMO, we have a new Garbage Chute for you. This special review sees us discussing the 2024 horror film Stopmotion available on Shudder. While it is not a brand new release, it is a 2024 release that we just discovered. Dustin and Arthur sit down to talk about the film and make recommendations about whether it should be seen.
Jun 13, 2024•23 min•Ep. 594
Another year, another successful deadCenter. We love you Alex. Good luck in LA.
Jun 10, 2024•40 min•Ep. 589
Dalton and Alex sit down with Donick & Amadi Cary to discuss their film Hail to the Breadsticks and Alex gets some advice on family road-trips.
Jun 10, 2024•29 min•Ep. 593
Dustin, Dalton, and Alex sit down for a recap of deadCenter '24 Day 3. The gang discusses the Horror, Comedy, and Sugar & Spice short blocks.
Jun 10, 2024•45 min•Ep. 588
Dalton, Dustin, and Alex talk about the Love, Sex, and Death Shorts selections as well as features Citizen Sleuth, Hail to the Breadsticks, and Tim Travers and the Time Traveler's Paradox .
Jun 08, 2024•44 min•Ep. 587
Dustin sits down for a late-night interview with director Stimson Snead after a screening of Snead's film Tim Travers and the Time Travelers Paradox .
Jun 08, 2024•16 min•Ep. 592
Welcome to GoodTrash Media's deadCenter 2024 coverage! Dalton, Dustin, and Alex are all back this year to cover the fest in a beautiful blaze of glory before Alex leaves for his move to Hollyweird. Our two intrepid film critics and similarly intrepid actor/comedian discuss opossums and karaoke before diving into this year's opening night films Hailey's Game and the documentary Saucedo. Dalton: @dollywoodsquares Alex: @serioussanchez Dustin: @dustinsells...
Jun 07, 2024•31 min•Ep. 586
Hello friends and familiars! Summer is in full force making us all hot, sweaty and tired—so what better way to celebrate than with William Friedkin's thriller Sorcerer . This 1977 action thriller has gained quite the reputation in the last decade or two, but is it worth the re-evaluation? We talk about the politics of Friedkin, the faith story that might be presented, and much, much more as we get Sorcerer to the analysis table. TIMESTAMPS 00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis 03:33 - Quick Sorcere...
Jun 06, 2024•49 min•Ep. 585
