This week, Morgan and Gavia revisit Hollywood classic "The Sting." They consider its influence on modern-day heist movies, contextualize it in the history of con men and heists in America, and sing the praises of the ever-dreamy Robert Redford and Paul Newman.
This week, Morgan and Gavia recap the 2019 Oscar ceremony, first reviewing the telecast itself, then breaking down frustrating wins for "Green Book" and "Bohemian Rhapsody," and finally celebrating some ceremony highlights including Spike Lee and Olivia Colman.
This week, Gavia and Morgan dive into Netflix's new hit show "Russian Doll," starring co-creator Natasha Lyonne and Charlie Barnett. They discuss the show's many allegorical interpretations, its superlative depiction of New York, the different ways we watch television today, and the novelty of Lyonne's exceptional performance.
This week, Gavia and Morgan discuss Marielle Heller's Oscar-nominated film "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" Topics include the rare book world, Melissa McCarthy and Richard E. Grant's marvelous performances, the film's depiction of nineties New York, and its depiction of queer friendship.
This week, Morgan and Gavia consider Netflix's new art world satire/horror flick "Velvet Buzzsaw," starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Toni Collette (among others) and directed by Dan Gilroy. They evaluate its success as satire of the art world, critique its use of horror tropes, and compare it to other recent entries in the art satire genre.
This week, Morgan and Gavia go deep on one of their favorite films of all time: Todd Haynes' glam rock cult classic "Velvet Goldmine." They reflect on their personal history with the film, contextualize its many historical and artistic references, discuss the role that fandom plays in the film, and sing the praises of all four central performances, including Christian Bale and Jonathan Rhys Meyers.
This week, Morgan and Gavia reflect on the year in film and share their personal lists for the top 10 movies of 2018, and look forward to the year to come. Films include "The Favourite," "Roma," "A Star Is Born," and many more.
This week, in a special Patreon-sponsored episode, Gavia and Morgan revisit a popular childhood favorite, "Muppet Treasure Island." They discuss the film's close adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's novel, its relationship to other Muppet media, the evolution of children's movies, and the genius of Tim Curry.
This week, Morgan and Gav effuse over the best superhero movie in recent memory, "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse." They consider its position in the superhero canon, its relationship to comicbook structure and aesthetics, its remarkable visual style, and exciting voice performances by Shameik Moore and Jake Johnson.
This week, Gavia and Morgan watch the (sort of) iconic vampire film "Twilight" (2008) for the first time. They discuss the film as a cultural phenomenon, Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson's questionable performances and subsequent career success, suburban vampire mythology, sparkles, and more.
This week, Morgan and Gavia discuss the long-running cult sitcom "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," which just wrapped up its record-setting thirteenth season. They consider the show as a whole, pick favorite episodes, and effuse over its stellar thirteenth season finale.
This week, Gavia and Morgan dive into Netflix's new historical drama "Outlaw King," starring Chris Pine and Florence Pugh and set in medieval Scotland. Gavia shows off her knowledge of Scottish history while Morgan complains about pacing... so, about par for the course.
This week, Gavia and Morgan debate Luca Guadanigno's remake of the classic Italian horror film "Suspiria." Topics discussed include how the new film stacks up against the original, its use of dance, Tilda Swinton's many performances, and its dubious handling of its Cold War setting.
The second installment of Morgan and Gavia's two-part recap of this year's New York and London Film Festivals. This episode includes an in-depth discussion of Alfonso Cuarón's personal film "Roma" and a run-through of other festival highlights.
To celebrate Halloween, Gavia and Morgan take a trip to the nineties to watch Neil Jordan's classic vampire flick "Interview with the Vampire." They discuss Brad Pitt's wig, Tom Cruise's commitment to the cause, all that sexual tension, and much more.
Here is the first installment of a two-part conversation about this year’s New York and London Film Festivals. Morgan and Gavia highlight some of the best (and worst) films they saw at this year’s festival, including Yorgos Lanthimos’ Oscar-bound "The Favorite," Cannes sensation Burning, the Coen Brothers’ new film "The Ballad of Buster Scruggs," and more. Part two (featuring an in-depth look at Alfonso Cuarón’s "Roma") to follow.
This week, Gavia and Morgan go down the rabbit hole of "Maniac," the new genre-bending Netflix series from director Cary Fukunaga. They puzzle over the strange casting of Jonah Hill opposite Emma Stone, discuss the success (or failure) of the show's genre pastiches, and bask in the comic genius of Sonoya Mizuno and Justin Theroux.
This week, Morgan and Gavia go deep on the internet meme-turned-critical sensation-turned box office hit "A Star Is Born." Topics discussed include the film's use of music, Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga's sterling performances, and how nice it is to just watch a movie about feelings for a change.
This week, Gavia and Morgan discuss the 1976 British television classic "I, Claudius." In this episode, Gavia shows off her knowledge of Roman history, Morgan confesses her lack thereof, and they both consider the history of serialized television drama. A Patreon-sponsored episode.
This week, Morgan and Gavia take a trip down memory lane by discussing the seminal classic "13 Going on 30" before assessing the current state of the rom-com. Films covered include "Set It Up," "Crazy Rich Asians," and "To All The Boys I've Loved Before."
This week, Gavia and Morgan discuss their summer book club pick, Terry Pratchett’s "Night Watch." They reflect on the book’s unusual treatment of policing, break down time travel tropes, and situate "Night Watch" in the larger context of the Discworld series.
This week, Gavia and Morgan conclude their rewatch of the Star Wars prequel trilogy with "The Revenge of the Sith." They ponder some of the deepest mysteries of the Star Wars franchise, including why Anakin is such a little shit, why Padme never goes to the doctor, and when Obi-Wan will get the spinoff movie he deserves.
This week, Morgan and Gavia dive into the summer's best action movie, the gloriously high-octane "Mission: Impossible – Fallout." Questions posed include: How is Tom Cruise still living and breathing? Is this really the best action flick since "Mad Max: Fury Road"? And was Henry Cavill's mustache worth it in the end?
This week, Morgan and Gavia revisit an old favorite: Howard Hawks' iconic romantic comedy "His Girl Friday." They discuss how it fits into the screwball genre, its radical gender politics, the transcendent appeal of Cary Grant, rom-com tropes, and more.
This week, on a special Patreon-funded birthday episode, Gavia and Morgan watch Tarsem Singh's cult classic "The Fall." They admire the film's singular visual style, reflect on its use of fairy tale and myth, and most importantly... swoon over Lee Pace.
This week, Morgan and Gavia discuss the terrifying new horror film "Hereditary" from first-time director Ari Aster. They compare the film to other staples of the genre, admire its depiction of family trauma, and analyze its scare factor. Spoilers abound.
This week, Gavia and Morgan continue their epic rewatch of the Star Wars prequel trilogy with the decidedly underwhelming "Attack of the Clones." They discuss the film's thin plot, its outdated visual effects, and most of all... that bad romance.
This week, Morgan and Gavia discuss a cult horror classic: Dario Argento's "Suspiria" (1977). They admire its production design and soundscape, compare it to other classic horror films, speculate about the upcoming remake by Luca Guadanigno, and more. A Patreon-funded episode.
This week, Gavia and Morgan go deep on "Killing Eve," Phoebe Waller-Bridge's new hit spy show starring Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer. Topics discussed include the show's relationship to other serial killer media, its gloriously female sensibility, those clothes, and Sandra Oh's hair.
This week, Gavia and Morgan break down what exactly went wrong with the latest underwhelming installment in Disney's Star Wars machine, "Solo: A Star Wars Story." Was it the director switch-up? The casting? The muddled plot? The not-so-low-key sexism? And much, much more.
