David, Devindra, and Jeff react to the news that director Louis Leterrier might listen to The Filmcast ( check out Germain's io9 interview here ). Then, they discuss the new Blackberry film, the second season of Yellowjackets and whether Baby J is a great comedy special or a canny PR exercise (or both). Finally, we discuss Ari Aster's latest film, Beau Is Afraid. Thanks to our sponsor this episode: ExpressVPN - Go to ExpressVPN.com/filmcast and you can get three extra months free. We're making v...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 56 min
In this After Dark excerpt, David, Devindra, and Jeff dive into Nida Manzoor's new film Polite Society . To listen to the rest of this episode and get other ad-free/exclusive bonus episodes, become a Patron at Patreon.com/filmpodcast .
May 13, 2023•20 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss how to destroy a method of oil conveyance, whether or not Red Notice movies are actually a thing, the brilliance of Fired on Mars , and the delight of seeing Joe Pesci in Bupkis . Then, it's time to dive into James Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 . Thanks to our SPONSOR for this week's episode: Betterhelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get 10% off your first month. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following ...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 55 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss what it's like to revisit Christopher Nolan's movies in IMAX after all these years, the empty thrills of Citadel , the great sci-fi storytelling of Silo , and why you should try to see Suzume in theaters. Then it's time to dive into some Nazi exploitation with our review of Sisu . We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - This Week In Streaming: Dead Ringers Devindra...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 33 min
David and Devindra lament the death of Netflix's DVD.com , and discuss how the movies are back, baby. Then, Max Evry joins the podcast to discuss Evil Dead Rise. Follow Max on Twitter and pre-order his book about David Lynch's Dune . Thanks to our SPONSORS for making this episode possible: Storyworth: Save $10 on your first purchase when you go to Storyworth.com/Filmcast . Fast Growing Trees: Go to FastGrowingTrees.com/filmcast to get 15% off your entire order. We're making video versions of our...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 56 min
It's the annual Summer Movie Wager! Old friends Germain Lussier ( @GermainLussier ) and Peter Sciretta ( @Petersciretta ) return place their bets, along with the Filmcast crew, on this summer’s box office. Come back in the fall to see who will emerge as the winner of 2023’s wager. Thanks to our SPONSORS for making this video possible! Hello Fresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/filmcast50 and use code filmcast50 for 50% off, plus your first box ships free! ExpressVPN: Go to EXPRESSVPN.com/filmcast today a...
Apr 18, 2023•1 hr 50 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the glory of Beef, the hilarity of Jury Duty , and the subtle beauty of Rye Lane . Plus: David shares his thoughts on Air. Then, Christian Spicer from DLC joins us to discuss The Super Mario Bros. Movie . Check out Christian's new book, Consequences . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - This Week In Streaming: Beef Devindra - This Week in Tech: AI Hustler...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 58 min
To celebrate Peter Sciretta's victory in last year's Summer Movie Wager, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Peter and Germain Lussier to discuss Doug Liman's 1999 film Go . To listen to the rest of the episode, where we discuss non- Go- related topics, become a patron at Patreon.com/filmpodcast.
Apr 08, 2023•49 min
David, Devindra and Jeff reflect on the nature of determinism in The Big Door Prize , discuss the passing of Ryuichi Sakamoto, debate whether or not Air is actually worth seeing, and dive into some obscure streaming titles like Flypaper and Coming Home in the Dark . Then, it's on to an in-depth review of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Dec...
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 43 min
The Filmcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get 10% off your first month. David, Devindra, and Jeff realize they want different things from Tetris and The Night Agent and discuss yet another great Bob Odenkirk TV series that's airing on AMC. Then, it's on to an in-depth review of John Wick: Chapter 4. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Decoding TV...
Mar 28, 2023•1 hr 50 min
David and Devindra discuss what it's like when an interview goes wrong and reflect on the amazing work of Lance Reddick and Tom Sizemore. Then, Jeff Cannata joins for our review of Shazam! Fury of the Gods . Thanks to our sponsor this week: Fast Growing Trees - Join over 1.5MM Fast Growing Trees customers. Go to Fastgrowingtrees.com/filmcast to get 15% off your entire order. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagra...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 37 min
David, Jeff, and Devindra react to this year's solid Oscars ceremony, praise the new rendition of History of the World and are awed by the documentary Navalny . Then, Ariel Fisher joins us to discuss Scream VI . Thanks to our sponsor for this episode: Betterhelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get 10% off your first month. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: ...
Mar 14, 2023•1 hr 48 min
David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss whether or not movies can bludgeon you into submission, then talk about the sad state of movie presentation these days . Afterwards, they react to Netflix's first live event -- a Chris Rock comedy special! -- before diving into Creed III . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: Creed III Forges a New Legacy for the Franchise Devindra - R...
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 41 min
This is a special After Dark bonus episode that we're making available to everyone. To get other bonus episodes, consider supporting us at patreon.com/filmpodcast . Thanks! David, Jeff, and Devindra chat with comedian and actor Scott Seiss about how he came to appear in the hit film Cocaine Bear, what it was like to work with Beloved Character Actor Margo Martindale, and his reaction to being a critical part of both the movie and the movie's trailer. SPOILER NOTE: While this conversation will no...
Mar 06, 2023•33 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff reflect on the state of the awards race ( see this oral history of envelopegate ), discuss what a new Lord of the Rings movie might look like, and get excited about the return of Titanic 3D and Party Down . Then, it's time to dive into Elizabeth Banks' newest film, Cocaine Bear . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: Physical: 100 is the most w...
Feb 28, 2023•1 hr 36 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss whether or not you should get into Picard this season and explain the delightfulness of Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. Then, Jeff reveals that he's a Yellowstone Guy before we dive into our review of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/filmcast65 and use code filmcast65 for 65% off plus f...
Feb 22, 2023•1 hr 47 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss weird sequel and sequel titles before delving into the creepiness of Servant and the pleasantness of Brian and Charles . Then, Jordan Crucchiola joins us to discuss Magic Mike's Last Dance. Follow Jordan on Twitter and subscribe to her podcast Feeling Seen. Thanks to our sponsors this week! BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/FILMCAST today to get 10% off your first month. NordVPN: Get an EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/filmcast Try it risk-free now wi...
Feb 14, 2023•1 hr 49 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss James Gunn's plan for the DC Universe, the specter of variable price seating at AMC theaters, and Netflix's embarrassing help center gaffe. Then, it's time for an in-depth review of M. Night Shyamalan's Knock at the Cabin . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: My Favorite Films from Sundance 2023 Devindra - Engadget Podcast on Samsung’...
Feb 07, 2023•1 hr 54 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss their thoughts on this year's Oscar nominations, run down some of the films they saw at Sundance, then take a deep dive into Brandon Cronenberg's Infinity Pool . Thanks to our sponsor this week, NordVPN: - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/filmcast Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Deco...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 49 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss whether or not Pale Blue Eye was actually worth reviewing, try to make sense of the internet's reaction to Velma , and try to and reflect on the pleasures of the unknown order of Kaleidoscope. Then, they dive into John Hyams' new film, Sick . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - David Chen’s YouTube coverage of Avatar 2 Devindra - MacBook Pro 14inch review...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 48 min
This is an episode of The Filmcast: After Dark. To get access to more episodes and support this podcast, please consider becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/filmpodcast . In this special episode of The Filmcast: After Dark, writer/director Rian Johnson returns to the podcast to troll David Chen and also to discuss the making of Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery . We delve into topics such as: Why Johnson chose this particular mystery for Benoit Blanc to tackle Major deleted scenes/plotlines How Joh...
Jan 20, 2023•48 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss awards season contenders such as Living and Return to Seoul , dive into some weird horror movies like Possession and Skinamarink , then switch gears and decide to shun The Pale Blue Eye in favor of Plane. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Decoding TV: The Last Of Us Devindra - Engadget Podcast on the trouble with air travel Jeff - DLC with Gabe Patillo ...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 46 min
David, Devindra, and Jeff catch up on all the latest Avatar news, follow-up on what they missed in last week's Top 10 episode, and dive into the wildly successful horror comedy M3GAN . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: The 10 Biggest Hollywood Fiascos of 2022 Devindra - Best stuff to binge over the holidays Jeff - DLC Favorite Games of the Year 2022 Shownotes (All t...
Jan 10, 2023•1 hr 42 min
For more than three and a half decades, the disappearance of 12-year-old Jonelle Matthews was a mystery – a riddle neither authorities nor her family members could solve. The residents of her cloistered Colorado hometown had scoured every inch of prairie. Jonelle’s face had been on milk cartons nationwide. Even the President of the United States had appealed to the public for help. Still, every lead had fizzled. Every person of interest had turned out to be a dead end. Then, in 2019, Jonelle’s r...
Jan 09, 2023•7 min
David, Jeff, and Devindra look back on the films of 2022 and discuss: Honorable mentions Biggest disappointments Movies we didn't get Movies they didn't get Best film of 2023 PATRONS: You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast , going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS link to your podcast app.
Jan 07, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Santa dropped off one last present to close out the year…It’s The Filmcast’s Top 10 movies of the year episode! David, Devindra, and Jeff open 2023 by counting down their top ten films of 2022. Tune in to find out what movies took the top spots. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platform: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website. Shownotes (All timestamps...
Jan 05, 2023•2 hr 3 min
David, Jeff and Devindra discuss why it might be worth paying attention to the Royals, praise Aubrey Plaza's work in Emily The Criminal , and get mildly disappointed by Violent Night . Then, they dive into Damien Chazelle's newest film Babylon . Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast , as well as on Instagram and Tiktok . Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag w...
Dec 27, 2022•1 hr 44 min
David, Jeff and Devindra discuss technical issues with showings of Avatar: The Way of Water, Tom Cruise’s extreme marketing tactics and why the Interview with the Vampire series is more interesting than the film. Then, they take a bite out of Luca Guadagnino’s latest horror film, with a full review of Bones and All. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast. Thanks to our sponsors this week: Gerber Life: For a free quote,...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr 56 min
This is a preview of this week's episode of The Filmcast: After Dark. To listen to the rest of the episode, become a $10+ Patron at Patreon.com/filmpodcast . David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss all the stuff happening at Warner Media/DC and the state of James Gunn's new cinematic universe.
Dec 18, 2022•33 min
It’s all led up to this moment, a cinematic event 700 episodes in the making…It’s an Avatar extravaganza! David, Jeff and Devindra discuss what it means to them to still be working on The Filmcast 700 episodes later and then dive into their review of James Cameron’s long awaited Avatar: The Way of Water. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast. Thanks to our sponsors this week: Gerber Life: For a free quote, visit Gerbe...
Dec 16, 2022•2 hr 2 min
