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In this episode, Dave, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Sean Baker's latest film, Anora. To get more bonus episodes like this, become a paid subscriber at patreon.com/filmpodcast

David, Devindra, and Jeff consider the first trailer for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, consider the 4K restoration of The Fall, inject themselves with The Substance, and travel across the country with Will and Harper. Then they dig into the riveting thrills of Heretic. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff broadcast their thoughts on Woman of the Hour, do some self reflection with My Old Ass, and go for a thrilling swim with Caddo Lake. Then they share their opinions on the daring new Robert Zemeckis film Here. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on[...]

David and Jeff dig into the announcement of a secret Predator movie, step into the Vatican with Conclave, and try to keep active with Don’t Move. Then Devindra joins them as they put on their symbiote dancing shoes for Venom: The Last Dance. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff put on a happy face for Smile 2, dive into an immersive world with Submerged on the Apple Vision Pro, and step up to the microphone with Ali Wong: Single Lady. Then they take on the pulse pounding action of The Shadow Strays. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff call action on The Franchise, unleash the horror of V/H/S Beyond, and unearth the dark secrets of Disclaimer. Then they travel back in time to 1975 with Saturday Night. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff assess the controversial biopic The Apprentice, take a bite out of season 2 of Interview with the Vampire, and check out the meet-cute potential of Nobody Wants This. Then they sing and dance their way through the world of Gotham with Joker: Folie à Deux. We're making video versions of our[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff try to tame The Wild Robot, take on the buddy crime thrills of Wolfs, and attempt to contact the other side with Dandadan. Then they wrestle with the ambition of Francis Ford Coppola’s latest epic Megalopolis. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff take their dosage of creepy thrills with The Substance, head back home with His Three Daughters, and return to the world of Gotham with The Penguin. Then they assess the transformation of a franchise with Transformers One. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the[...]

It’s time once again for box office judgment day! Our friends BJ Colangelo, Germain Lussier, and Peter Sciretta return to the podcast along with the Filmcast crew to discuss this year’s summer box office. Who will prevail to victory? Who will feel the agony of defeat? Listen to the show to find out! We're making[...]

To get ad-free episodes and exclusive After Dark episodes like this one, become a paid subscriber at patreon.com/filmpodcast The Filmcast: After Dark is the bonus show where we talk about a variety of random topics that didn't make it into the main podcast - including your questions and what's going on in our lives. In[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff slice into Strange Darling, read up on Greek mythology with Kaos, and sleuth around with season 4 of Only Murders in the Building. Then they return to the spooky imagination of Tim Burton with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following[...]

This episode is brought to by our sponsor: MeUndies: Get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping, at MeUndies.com/filmcast Join us in the wayback machine as we listen to Jeff Cannata's very first episode on The Filmcast as a regular co-host from June 2014! In this episode, we welcome Jeff to the podcast and[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff take aim at the new John Woo film The Killer, assess the grandiosity of Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1, and go into battle with Ren Faire. Then, BJ Colangelo joins us for our review of Zoë Kravitz’s directorial debut Blink Twice. Check out BJ’s podcast This Ends at Prom. We're[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff take flight with Batman: Caped Crusader, take a closer look at Pictures of Ghosts, and try to tame Bad Monkey. Then they get some face time with the latest installment in the Alien universe, Alien: Romulus. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff scale the alpine mystery of Cuckoo, travel back in time with the period drama of The Decameron, and check out the buddy crime thrills of The Instigators. Then they are joined by Christian Spicer from DLC to review the latest video game blockbuster, Borderlands. Check out the DLC Podcast Patreon page.[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff scale new heights with Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, get into the high stakes business world of Industry, and admire some of the greatness on display at the 2024 Olympics. Then they are joined by the creator of The Filmcast Theme Song, Tim McEwan, to discuss the latest thriller from[...]

The Filmcast: After Dark is the bonus show where we talk about a variety of random topics that didn't make it into the main podcast (including your questions and what's going on in our lives). In this episode, David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the big news that dropped at San Diego Comic-Con: Robert Downey Jr.[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff investigate the murder mystery twists of Oddity, take a trip to the absurdist world of Fantasmas, and make a break for the finish line with Sprint. Then they crossover into the superhero spectacle of Deadpool & Wolverine. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff take a bite out of Sausage Party: Foodtopia, tap into the force with The Acolyte, and travel through time with Time Bandits. Then they chase down the latest legacyquel Twisters. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff slash into the latest Ti West film, MaXXXine, investigate the robotic mystery of Sunny, and attempt to harness the animated power of Exploding Kittens. Then they creep inside the eerie world of Longlegs. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff hop aboard the thrilling action of Kill, serve up their thoughts on the latest season of The Bear, and tackle the challenges of Physical 100. Then they discuss Eddie Murphy's return to Beverly Hills with a review of Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff soar high with The Blue Angels, dig into the mystery of Fancy Dance, and head into combat with Battlebots. Then they raise their voices for their review of A Quiet Place: Day One. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff step on stage with Ghostlight, use their imaginations with Janet Planet, and challenge their perceptions with Tell Them You Love Me. Then they rev up to share their thoughts on The Bikeriders. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff assess the thrills of Sanctuary, render their verdict on Presumed Innocent, and jam out to Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza. Then they dive into the mind with Inside Out 2. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks[...]

David and Jeff dig up their thoughts on Exhuma, ride hard with 30 for 30: Lance, and tread carefully through the waters of Under Paris. Then, Paul Scheer joins us for our review of Bad Boys: Ride or Die. Check out Paul’s podcast, How Did This Get Made? and his new book, Joyful Recollections of[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff log in to the drama of Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal, return to a galaxy far, far away with The Acolyte, and marvel at an icon with Jim Henson Idea Man. Then they take their shot at Richard Linklater’s latest film Hit Man. We're making video versions of our reviews![...]

NOTE: Next week's episode will release slightly later than usual.  David, Devindra, and Jeff balance their thoughts on Limbo, assess the big screen implosion in MoviePass, Moviecrash, and revisit a charming cult classic with Who Done It: The Clue Documentary. Then they buckle up to witness the newest epic from George Miller, Furiousa: A Mad[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff get on board with The Last Stop in Yuma County, slash through the thrills of In A Violent Nature, and assess the business intrigue of A Man in Full. Then, BJ Colangelo joins us for our review of I Saw the TV Glow. Check out BJ’s podcast, This Ends at Prom,[...]

When Peter Sciretta won the Summer Movie Wager last year, we committed to watching any movie he wanted. He chose Neil Breen's Fateful Findings. In this episode of the Filmcast: After Dark, we try figure out what the heck we just watched. Germain Lussier joins us from io9/Gizmodo. To get more episodes of The Filmcast:[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff sink into the stalker drama of Baby Reindeer, unearth the charm of La Chimera, and traverse worlds with Dark Matter. Then, Roxana Hadadi joins us for our review of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Check out Roxana’s writing over at Vulture. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff bite into their thoughts on Unfrosted, use the force to review Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, and taste test the new series Sugar. Then they tumble through their review of The Fall Guy. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following[...]

In this excerpt from the Filmcast: After Dark, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Guy Ritchie's latest film, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, and weigh in on whose filmography they prefer: Guy Ritchie's or Matthew Vaughn's. You can sign up to listen to this entire episode at patreon.com/filmpodcast

It's the annual Summer Movie Wager! Our friends BJ Colangelo, Germain Lussier, and Peter Sciretta return to make their wagers along with the Filmcast crew, on this summer's box office. Come back in the fall to see who will reign supreme as the winner of 2024’s wager. Submit your entry at thesummermoviewager.com and follow along[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff take a bite out of Abigail, step through time with The Beast, and take a trip with Conan O’Brien Must Go. Then they return to the stars with their review of Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff fall into the world of Fallout, count the many merits of Hundreds of Beavers, and sing the praises of Bluey - The Sign. Then they head into battle to discuss their thoughts on Civil War. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms:[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff consider the grand scale sci-fi of 3 Body Problem, go stargazing with Constellation, and sneak into the dark world of Ripley. Then they take a swing at Dev Patel’s directorial debut Monkey Man. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff swim towards their thoughts on Spermworld, make room for Birth, and reflect back the career of a comedy legend with Steve! (Martin): A Documentary in Two Pieces. Then they smash through the enormity of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff chill out in the world of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire, teleport themselves with Molli and Max in the Future, and dive into the nostalgia of X-Men ‘97. Then they tear into their thoughts on Road House. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms:[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff take in the witty crime drama of The Gentlemen, tally up their opinions on 3 Body Problem, and hunt down their thoughts on Manhunt. Then, BJ Colangelo joins us for our review of Love Lies Bleeding. Check out BJ’s podcast, This Ends at Prom. We're making video versions of our reviews![...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff scam their way into the zany comedy of Ricky Stanicky, consider their thoughts on Unthinkable, and wonder about the romance of One Day. Then they break new ground with their take on The Promised Land. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube[...]

In this episode of the After Dark, David, Jeff, and Devindra chat with Max Evry about David Lynch's Dune. Be sure to check out Max's book, A Masterpiece in Disarray. To get ad-free episodes of the Filmcast and more exclusive After Dark episodes, become a patron at patreon.com/filmpodcast

David, Devindra, and Jeff revisit the all out action ride of The Raid: Redemption 4K Remaster, marvel at the period piece drama of Shogun, and call up their thoughts on Blackberry. Then Vincenzo Natali joins us for our review of Dune: Part Two. Check out Vincenzo’s graphic novel, Tech. We're making video versions of our[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff summon the elements to cover the latest interpretation of Avatar: The Last Airbender, float their opinions on River, and march into battle with Starship Troopers. Then they speed into their thoughts on Drive-Away Dolls. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff kick off their thoughts on Next Goal Wins, plunge into the crime underworld of season two of Tokyo Vice, and perform an autopsy on Death and Other Details. Then they spin an opinionated web of their thoughts on Madame Web. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff assess the true crime twists of Lover, Stalker, Killer, shine a light on Out of Darkness, and check out the comedic thrills of Self Reliance. Then, BJ Colangelo joins us for our review of Diablo Cody’s latest film, Lisa Frankenstein. Check out BJ’s podcast, This Ends at Prom. Check out this[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about the merits of birds, reflect on The Greatest Night In Pop, and praise the fun hijinks of Mr. and Mrs. Smith on Prime Video. Then it's time to dive into Matthew Vuaghn's latest, Argylle. Thanks to our SPONSOR this week: Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast and get 10% off your first month.[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about WWE's big move to Netflix, then dive into a bunch of the Sundance films they've been watching, including Skywalkers, Tendaberry, and Ibelin. Then, it's time to discuss J.A. Bayona's latest film, Society of the Snow. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff read up on Book of Clarence, hike into the surrealist world of Sasquatch Sunset, and dive deep into the AI scares of Eternal You. Then Blake Howard joins us for our review of Ferrari. Check out all of Blake’s podcasts at One Heat Minute Productions. We're making video versions of our[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff dive deep into It Lives Inside, investigate the mystery of True Detective: Night Country, and cuddle up with the new episodes of Bluey. Then they see what all of the buzz is about with the new Jason Statham vehicle, The Beekeeper. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra continue their look back at the films of 2023 and discuss: Honorable mentions Biggest disappointments Movies we didn't get Movies they didn't get Favorite piece of non-movie entertainment in 2023 The Best film of 2024 To support this podcast, become a patron at patreon.com/filmpodcast

It is that time of year once again - The Filmcast’s Top 10 Films of 2023! David, Devindra, and Jeff start off 2024 by looking back at the biggest film news stories of 2023. Then they count down their top ten films of the year. Tune in for all the surprises from their lists. We're[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff sing the praises of The Color Purple, sort through the emotional mystery of All of Us Strangers, and taste test Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget. Then they assess the off-world adventures of Zack Snyder’s latest film, Rebel Moon: Part One - A Child of Fire. We're making video versions of[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff slice into De Humani Corporis Fabrica, take the temperature of Afire, and celebrate the holidays with Mickey Saves Christmas. Then they dive deep into Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to[...]

In this episode of the After Dark, Jordan Minor joins us to discuss their approach to new year's resolutions. Then it's time to dive into Cord Jefferson's new film, American Fiction. Be sure to check out Jordan's book, Video Game of the Year. To get After Dark episodes like this become a Patron at Patreon.com/filmpodcast

David, Devindra, and Jeff sort through the wonkiness of Wonka, brace themselves for Carol & the End of the World, and wade into The Boys in the Boat. Then they take in the enormity of Godzilla Minus One.  We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff submerge into The Abyss 4K, assess the apocalyptic nature of Leave the World Behind, and wrestle with their opinions on The Iron Claw. Then they ascend into the world of Hayao Miyazaki’s latest film, The Boy and the Heron. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff voice their opinions on Silent Night, tally their thoughts on Godzilla Minus One, and consider the interest of Zone of Interest. Then they settle into the discomfort of May December. Thanks to our SPONSORS: UNCOMMON GOODS: To get 15% off your next gift, go to Uncommongoods.com/filmcast STORYWORTH: Go to StoryWorth.com/filmcast and[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are forced to face off on their thoughts about Squid Game: The Challenge, descend into the psychological thrills of Saltburn, and return to the intrigue of the fifth season of Fargo. Then they explore the bombastic spectacle of Napoleon. Thanks to our SPONSOR: UNCOMMON GOODS: To get 15% off your next[...]

In this bonus After Dark episode, Devindra chats with Kelvin Redvers, an indigenous Canadian director and producer, about the state of Native representation in media, as well as his thoughts on what Scorsese got right and wrong with Killers of the Flower Moon. Kelvin has produced Canadian shows like High Arctic Haulers, and he just[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff kick off their thoughts on Next Goal Wins, praise the sweetness of Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, and contemplate the narcissism of Sick of Myself. Then they get into the patient brutality of The Killer. Thanks to our SPONSOR: STORYWORTH: Go to StoryWorth.com/filmcast and save $10 on your first purchase. We're making[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff delve into the vulnerability of Sly, explore the deep discomfort of The Curse, and look back on a life in comedy in Albert Brooks: Defending My Life. Then Jessie Earl joins us for our review of The Marvels. Check out Jessie’s YouTube channel and her podcast Jumpgate.   Thanks to our[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff dive into their thoughts on Nyad, applaud the anime wonders of Pluto, and venture into the survivalist action of Scavengers Reign. Then Lindsey Romain joins us for our review of Priscilla. Check out Lindsey’s writing at Bright Wall/Dark Room and at Nerdist. Thanks to our SPONSOR: BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff explore the spooky thrills of Five Nights at Freddy’s, take a hard look at No Hard Feelings, and get into the brutal fun of Invincible. Then they wade into the murky morality of Anatomy of a Fall. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the[...]

David and Devindra entertain the possibility of a new Kick-Ass film, kick around their thoughts on Beckham and dig into the time travel mystery of Bodies. Then Jeff Cannata joins us for our review of the epic period drama, Killers of the Flower Moon.  The Filmcast Patreon feed is now available through Spotify! Check out[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff cross examine the legal drama of The Caine-Mutiny Court Martial, discuss the behind the scenes insights of RoboDoc: The Creation of RoboCop, and break into the bank heist fun of The Gold. Then, Chris Rudd joins us for our review of When Evil Lurks. Check out Chris’ podcast Streaming Things and[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff slice into Saw X, praise the time bending comedy horror of Totally Killer, and worm their way into A Masterpiece in Disarray. Then they conjure their thoughts on the thrills and chills of The Exorcist: Believer. Thanks to our SPONSOR: BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff explore the cutthroat romance of Fair Play, discuss the twee wonders of Wes Anderson’s Netflix shorts: The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, and sleuth out the sinister elements of A Haunting in Venice. Then they glimpse into the dystopian future of The Creator. Also: check out the crowdfunding campaign for Best Summed[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff kick and punch their way into The Continental: From the World of John Wick, applaud the long-distance chemistry of Still Up, and sing the praises of Flora and Son. Then they explore the wordless chills of No One Will Save You and dig into the big bets of Dumb Money. Also: check[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff debate how much equalizing should happen in The Equalizer films, praise the live action stylings of Netflix's One Piece, and marvel at the BS in BS High. Then, BJ Colangelo joins us for our review of Bottoms. Check out BJ's article about Bottoms here. Thanks to our SPONSOR: FIRSTLEAF: Try Firstleaf.com/FILMCAST[...]

It's the annual reckoning! Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) and Peter Sciretta (@Petersciretta) return to the podcast and, along with the rest of the Filmcast crew, discuss this year's summer box office. Where did we guess right in the Summer Movie Wager? What were our many, many, many failures? Listen to hear us discuss! Thanks to our[...]

David and Devindra revisit an old episode of the Filmcast from the archives: Our conversation with director Vincenzo Natali about the William Friedkin movie Sorcerer, which was originally broadcast on April 28, 2014. Thanks to our SPONSOR for this episode: Zbiotics - Head to ZBiotics.com/FILMCAST and use the code FILMCAST at checkout for 15% off.[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff get excited about Mech Cadets, share some conflicting views about Ahsoka, praise The Righteous Gemstones, and debate the usage of Dave's B-Movies theme song bumper. Then it's time to dive into Neill Blomkamp's Gran Turismo. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms:[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff get disappointed by Strays, become awed at the amazing re-release of Oldboy, and try to figure out what made The River Wild so special in the first place. Then it's time to review Blue Beetle, one of the last remnants of the old DCEU. Thanks to our SPONSORS for this episode:[...]

David and Jeff check out some of the b-movies that David's watched this week, and Jeff celebrates the return of Only Murders In The Building. Then it's time to talk about Talk To Me with Devindra Hardawar. Thanks to our SPONSORS this episode: ZBiotics - Go to zbiotics.com/FILMCAST to get 15% off your first order[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the new Beanie Baby movie, whether Hidden Strike is worthy of being the number 1 film in 50 countries, and why This Fool is worth checking out.  Then, it's a surprise double review as the boys tackle Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem as well as Meg 2: The Trench.[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss some thrilling sports documentaries, including The Deepest Breath and Just. One. Mile., and Devindra weighs in on the depiction of Guyana in Full Circle. Then, it's time for Brooke Obie to join us to discuss Barbie. Read more of Brooke's work at The Grio. We're making video versions of our reviews![...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the true meaning behind Barbenheimer day, praise the sci-fi fun of They Cloned Tyrone, and get moved by different documentaries about Steph Curry and the atomic bomb. Then, Patrick Willems joins us to discuss Oppenheimer! Check out Patrick's video essay on Christopher Nolan's films right here. Thanks to our SPONSORS[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the state of the strikes in Hollywood and how they are likely to impact prediction, before discussing Steven Soderbergh's Full Circle, new episodes of Bluey, and whether or not 65 is worth your time. Then, it's time for our review of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One. Thanks to[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss why Nimona is good wholesome fun, how The YouTube Effect is a great time capsule, and the way the weird wonderful world of I'm a Virgo comes to life. Then, Hoai-Tran Bui joins us from Inverse to discuss Joy Ride. Check out her piece on the stunts of Mission: Impossible.[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Alan Arkin's amazing career, the terrible news at the box office, and all the movies we're going to be getting from Mattel in the near future. Then they praise the awesomeness of The Bear, Blood and Gold, Hijack, and Justified. Finally, it's time to dive into Indiana Jones and the[...]

David and Jeff have an extended debate about all the terrible decisions that Hollywood is making these days, then talk about the greatness of Burden of Proof and The Bear Season 2. Finally, Devindra joins our review for a discussion of Pixar's latest, Elemental. Here's some of the news we discussed: -Secret Invasion uses AI[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra get excited about Black Mirror again, praise the subtle complexities of Past Lives, get sucked into the world of Merpeople, and reflect on why Avatar: The Last Airbender is one of the greatest stories ever told. Then, it's time for our review of The Flash. Thanks to our SPONSORS this week:[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss whether or not they'd watch Oppenheimer and Dead Reckoning in IMAX, reflect on the forgettable nature of Operation Fortune, recommend you skip The Idol, and get disappointed by the new Arnold documentary on Netflix. Then, it's time for the latest Transformers movie! Thanks to our SPONSORS this week: BetterHelp -[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the future of the Fast franchise, praise the drama of You Hurt My Feelings, question the ending of Ted Lasson Season 3, and get excited about the return of I Think You Should Leave. Then, it's time to dive into Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse! Dan Gvozden from The Amazing Spider-Talk[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the catastrophic launch of (HBO) Max, the ephemeral world of streaming, the work of Late-Stage Arnold Schwarzenegger, and how it's difficult at certain life stages to make friends of the opposite gender that are purely Platonic. Then it's time to dive into the new remake of The Little Mermaid. Thanks[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss how The Mother was a let-down, Carter was a bonkers surprise, and Primo is a sweet new sitcom. Then, they're joined by Jen Yamato from the Los Angeles Times to discuss Fast X. Check out Jen's interview with Louis Leterrier and find her other work here. This episode is brought[...]

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[...]

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.

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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![...]

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[...]

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.

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 &[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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:[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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:[...]

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[...]

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:[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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:[...]

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. 

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:[...]

Just a quick announcement: Next week's Filmcast episode will cover Avatar: The Way Of Water, not Bones And All as originally promised. The podcast will also come out two days later than usual, on Thursday night, so that we can have a full spoiler-filled conversation about the movie.  Thanks for your patience and understanding. 

David, Jeff and Devindra discuss breaking the bad news about The Willows Inn to a friend, the AI revolution and how it will affect creative industries, how yum Jeff Cannata is, the name of the new HBO Max and Discovery Plus combined streaming service, as well as the new Indiana Jones and the Dial of[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss what it's like to be mentioned on a popular YouTube channel, whether Apple TV+'s Spirited is worth your time, why you should still watch Gangs of London even if it's jumped the shark, and why Wednesday is great. Then, they dive into a full review of Steven Spielberg's The Fabelmans.[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss how the old Bob is replacing new Bob at Disney, James Cameron's awesome new GQ profile, and then dive into the history of Pepsi, the final season of Dead To Me, the pleasures of Fleishman is in Trouble, and Mark Mylod's new film The Menu. Also: we're making video versions[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra try to get into Aftersun (again), discuss the passing of Kevin Conroy, finally see some weakness in James Cameron's bluster, and try to figure out why Sylvester Stallone would want to become the Tulsa King. Then, they dive into Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews![...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra try to get into Aftersun, praise the indie series Headless, wonder why more people aren't getting excited about The Good Fight, and dive into The Banshees of Inisherin. Thanks to our SPONSORS this week: Hunt a Killer: Go to huntakiller.com/filmcast and use code FILMCAST for $10 off your order today. Express[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra dive into the Curiosities in Guillermo Del Toro's Cabinet, are impressed by the drama in Women Talking, and hint at a movie that has been on Jeff's list of shame for 15 years. Then, they review Park Chan-Wook's Decision To Leave. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the actual name of Wrexham, dive into the world of Netflix reality TV, and try to get excited about The Peripheral. Then, it's time to see whether the hierarchy of power in the DC universe changes with Black Adam. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the hilarious The Triangle of Sadness, the fun Chainsaw Man, the spooky Midnight Club, and the delightful Welcome to Wexham before diving into Halloween Ends.  Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles.[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the best email ever written and weigh in on challenging social situations. Jeff praises the wonder of Tár and David reflects on his upbringing with Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. Finally the whole crew makes a trip to Amsterdam.   Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be[...]

It's an all Avatar all the time episode! To celebrate the recent Avatar IMAX re-release, David, Devindra, and Jeff dive into Avatar's cultural significance (or lack thereof), the recent IMAX release, its problematic themes, and its success as a piece of sci-fi action entertainment. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to[...]

SPONSORED: Enter the dark, twisted underworld of vampires in the official podcast about AMC’s Interview with the Vampire. Each week, writer/comedian/vampire-enthusiast Naomi Ekperigin will be joined by the actors and writers behind this adaptation of Anne Rice's classic novel – unpacking the twists and turns of every episode. You'll hear exclusive behind the scenes stories[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff react to James Cameron's latest interview, get excited for Andor's version of Star Wars, praise the brilliant filmmaking in Athena, then dive into Don't Worry Darling. 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: Go to Microdose.com[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff get disappointed by Confess, Fletch, are dazzled by the new Andor series, and get baffled by Paws of Fury before diving into The Woman King.  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: Microdose gummies: go to[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra gather again with Peter Sciretta from Slashfilm and Ordinary Adventures and Germain Lussier from Gizmodo and iO9 to discuss the results of this year's Summer Movie Wager. Thanks to our SPONSORS this week: Go to clickup.com and sign up today using code filmcast to get 15% off ClickUP's massive Unlimited Plan[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the brilliance of Aubrey Plaza in Emily The Criminal, marvel over how expensive The Rings of Power looks, and dive into George Miller's newest film Three Thousand Years of Longing. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast. Thanks to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the new League of Their Own Series, the conclusion of Only Murders in the Building Season 2, and finally get around to your recommendations about Coherence. Then, they dive into Julius Avery's new film Samaritan, streaming right now on Prime Video. Learn more about National Cinema Day here.  Also: we're[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the return of Moviepass, what's happening to all of HBO's stuff (see: Owen Dennis's substack), then dive into the latest A24 murder mystery, Bodies Bodies Bodies.  Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast. This episode is brought to you[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra are joined by Dan Trachtenberg to discuss the making of Prey. Support this podcast: http://patreon.com/filmpodcast Watch this conversation on YouTube: http://youtube.com/slashfilmcast

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the miracle of Bluey, the incisiveness of Not Okay, and the brilliance of Dan Trachtenberg's Prey.  Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag[...]

Note: This is an excerpt from this week's After Dark episode. Sign up for ad-free episodes of The Filmcast and exclusive After Darks at patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Andrew Semans' Resurrection, starring Rebecca Hall.

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss all the news from Warner Bros. Discovery this week, admire the history of ILM in Light and Magic, delve into the dreams of The Sandman, and review David Leitch's Bullet Train. Also: we're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/slashfilmcast.  Thanks[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the brilliance of Players, the chilling nature of X, and the sweet slow burn of For All Mankind before diving into the medium pleasures of The Gray Man. Thanks to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Go to microdose.com and use code “filmcast” to get free shipping and 30%[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra are joined by Dan Gvozden from the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast to discuss Marvel's Phase 5 plans and Phase 6 plans, before the main trio dive into Jordan Peele's Nope. Thanks to our sponsors this week: Go to playbackbone.com/filmcast and get free access to over 350 console games, one month free Xbox[...]

Note: This is the first half of this week's After Dark episode. Sign up for ad-free episodes of The Filmcast and exclusive After Darks at patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Blake Howard from One Heat Minute Productions to discuss Zack Snyder's Troll Army, and what it's like to be a Bluey fan. 

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss your reactions to the gentleminions phenomenon, discuss the pleasures of episodic television, and dive into Marcel the Shell with Shoes On. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website. Thanks to our sponsors for this week: Go to microdose.com and use[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra comment on James Cameron’s PR coup, and assess the #Gentleminions trend before tackling Taika Waititi’s latest MCU entry. Thanks to our sponsors this week: Go to microdose.com and use code filmcast to get free shipping and 30% off your first order Go to getquip.com/filmcast and get your first refill free. Weekly[...]

Devindra is out this week, but David and Jeff are joined by Carlos Aguilar to discuss sequel titles and Phil Tippett's Mad God. Follow Carlos on Twitter and check out his New York Times profile of Phil Tippett.   Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon. Listen and subscribe to David’s interview podcast Culturally Relevant[...]

Dave, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Spiderhead's disastrous last act, have fun with the new Irma Vep miniseries, then dive into the latest Derrickson/Cargill collaboration, The Black Phone. Thanks to our sponsor this week: Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to nordvpn.com/filmcast to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + Free Threat Protection[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra try to figure out what the lack of colon in Jurassic World Dominion is all about, learn what happens when Jerry and Marge Go Large, and dive into Pixar's latest sci-fi spin-off Lightyear.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website. A[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra are joined by Patrick H. Willems to praise the latest MCU TV show,  try to figure out what was going on in David Cronenberg's Crash, and dive into Colin Trevorrow's latest sci-fi thriller. Links:  Follow Patrick on Twitter  Subscribe to Patrick's YouTube channel  Watch Night of the Coconut when it debuts[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the unbelievable box office performance of Top Gun Maverick, get spooked out by Crimes of the Future, and argue about Obi-Wan's relationship to Star Wars. Then, they're joined by Hoai-Tran Bui to discuss RRR on Netflix. Read Ritesh Babu's breakdown of the politics of RRR.  Follow Hoai-Tran Bui @htranbui on[...]

The Filmcast After Dark is a series where we talk about a variety of random topics that didn't make it into the main podcast. Sign up to receive ad-free episodes and exclusive After Darks over at patreon.com/filmpodcast. In this episode, David, Jeff, and Devindra, discuss the state of theatrical filmgoing, then dive into Top Gun[...]

This week, it's all Maverick all the time! Germain Lussier joins the crew for our review of Top Gun: Maverick. Featured Review  (~8:00) Top Gun: Maverick Spoilers (~37:20) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon. Listen and subscribe to David’s interview podcast Culturally Relevant and subscribe to his YouTube channel. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff check out Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, Love Death + Robots, and The Lincoln Lawyer this week. For their feature review, the Filmcast is joined by Hoai-Tran Bui to watch Men, the latest A24 horror directed by Alex Garland.  Follow Hoai-Tran Bui @htranbui on Twitter.  Subscribe to Hoai-Tran Bui’s podcast, Trekking[...]

This week on the Filmcast, David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about Bullshit: The Game, Under the Banner of Heaven, and Kids in the Hall. For the feature review, the Filmcast visits On the Count of Three, the feature directorial debut of Jerrod Carmichael.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Dan Gvozden from the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast to. Then, they tackle Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website. Weekly Plugs David - Culturally Relevant discussion on the fall of Tudum Dan[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the news coming out of CinemaCon, Everything Everywhere All at Once box office, and development on the Fast X production. For the feature review, the Filmcast sees The Northman, the newest movie by director Robert Eggers.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C for building the[...]

In this episode of the Filmcast, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Keith Phipps, writer of the Reveal, to chat about Better Call Saul, Barry, and the ramification of the Netflix situation. The Filmcast reviews The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, the newest action-comedy starring Nicholas Cage and Pedro Pascal. Follow Keith on Twitter[...]

The Summer Movie Wager returns! Old friends Germain Lussier (Follow on Twitter @GermainLussier. ) and Peter Sciretta (Follow on Twitter @Petersciretta ) place their bets, along with the Filmcast, on this summer’s box office. Come back to see who will emerge as the winner of 2022’s summer movie wager.  For rules, scoreboard, and trivia, visit[...]

Devindra is back to talk to David and Jeff about the birthing story, the summer of Morbius, and Will Smith’s Oscar ban. For the feature review, the Filmcast is joined by Walter Chaw, critic from Film Freak Central, to review Everything Everywhere All at Once, the latest A24 film directed by Daniels.  Follow Walter Chaw[...]

Caroline Siede is back to chat with David and Jeff about Oscar follow-ups, short films, and dad jokes. For the feature review, the Filmcast covers Morbius, the newest supervillain film starring Jared Leto.  Follow Caroline Siede on Twitter. Check out Caroline's podcast, Role Calling.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend titles. Thanks to Mike C[...]

Devindra welcomes a baby boy! David and Jeff are joined by Caroline Siede from Role Calling to talk about what happened at the Oscars last night. For the feature review, the Filmcast ventures into The Lost City, an action-adventure film starring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum.  Follow Caroline Siede on Twitter. Check out Caroline's podcast,[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff welcome perhaps the most important film news of the year: Avatar 2 teaser dropping before the next Marvel movie. For the feature review, the Filmcast dives into After Yang, the latest film written and directed by Kogonada.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff remember actor William Hurt. For the feature review, the Filmcast travels to The Adam Project, the Netflix sci-fi directed by Shawn Levy starring Ryan Reynolds.  Read The Daily Beast’s article about William Hurt here.   Read Nina Metz’s article about Hollywood’s scammer fixation here.   Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend[...]

David checks out Hulu’s Fresh and The Dropout while Devindra and Jeff watch HBO’s Our Flag Means Death. For the feature, the Filmcast reviews The Batman, the latest iteration of the DC hero directed by Matt Reeves.  Follow Blake Howard on Twitter here. Check out his podcast One Heat Minute here.  Use #slashtag on Twitter[...]

David and Devindra chat about this season of Euphoria while Jeff checks out Ali Wong’s new comedy special Don Wong. For the feature, the Filmcast reviews Scream (2022) with Jordan Crucchiola, host of Feeling Seen. How does the fifth installment in the horror franchise live up to Wes Craven’s legacy?  Follow Jordan on Twitter @JorCru.[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff invite Christian Spicer, Jeff’s co-host on DLC, to chat about Uncharted. How does the movie, based on the IP of the same name from Naughty Dog, buck the trend of other video games adaptations?  Follow Christian @Spicer on Twitter Support the DLC podcast on Patreon here.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to[...]

KIMI! Play Filmcast with David, Devindra, and Jeff featuring guest host Tasha Robinson from Polygon, the episode where they review the latest Steven Soderbergh thriller.  Follow Tasha on Twitter @TashaRobinson Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ Thanks to[...]

Devindra discusses the consequences of Moonfall while David visits Raised by Wolves season 2. For the feature review, the Filmcast, alongside Chris Evanglista, editor and critic for slashfilm.com, enter Nightmare Alley, Guillermo del Toro’s reimagination of the classic horror. Follow Chris on Twitter @cevangelista413 Read Chris Evangelista’s review of Nightmare Alley here.  Use #slashtag on[...]

David and Devindra, along with Vulture film critic Roxana Hadadi, attend the Sundance Film Festival remotely. For the feature review, the Filmcast and guest watch A Hero, the newest movie by acclaimed Iranian director Asghar Farhadi. Follow Roxana on Twitter @roxana_hadadi Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to[...]

Jeff is back and shares his thoughts on The Tragedy of Macbeth. David and Devindra attend The Sundance Film Festival virtually. For the feature review, the Filmcast watches Station Eleven, an HBO original series about a global pandemic.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for[...]

This week, David and Devindra are joined by Caroline Siede to chat about Yellow Jacket, Search Party, and Encanto. For the feature, the Filmcast reviews The Tragedy of Macbeth. Tune in to hear what mixing Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, Joel Coen, and Shakespeare produces. Follow Caroline on Twitter here. Listen to her Role Calling podcast[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss whether or not the Golden Globes actually happened, reflect on some incredible documentaries, then dive into Adam McKay's latest. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ Weekly Plugs David - David's Twitter Spaces with[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra look back on the films of 2021 and discuss: Honorable mentions Biggest disappointments Movies we didn't get Movies they didn't get Best film of 2022

It’s the most wonderful episode of the year! For the first episode of 2022, David, Devindra, and Jeff count down their top ten films of 2021. In a year full of ups and downs, tune in to find out what the Filmcast loved in and out of the movie theaters.    Read The Playlist’s biggest[...]

Happy Holidays! This week, the Filmcast leaps into The Matrix Resurrections with Patrick H. Willems. Does the fourth installment in The Matrix series, directed by Lana Wachowski, live up to the original?    Subscribe to Patrick's YouTube channel here.   Follow Patrick on Twitter here.   Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about the shocking season finale of Succession. For the feature review, the Filmcast cannot discuss the much-anticipated new Spider-Man movie without inviting Dan Gvozden, host of the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast. Tune in for the spoiler-filled review of Spider-Man: No Way Home.     Follow Dan on Twitter and Listen to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about the cancellation of Netflix’s live-action Cowboy Bebop. Devindra catches up on theater-going in New York City while David and Jeff cram movies by the end of the year. For the feature review, the cast visits West Side Story, Steven Spielberg’s take on the classic musical. Subscribe to Caroline’s podcast,[...]

’Tis the season for Spotify Wrapped, a way to check how much of Filmcast you have listened at the end of the year. Thank you all for tuning in, no matter what podcast platform you use. For the feature review, David, Devindra, and Jeff watch The Power of the Dog, the new Jane Campion movie[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff remember iconic composer Stephen Sondheim. Devindra previews Sundance Film Festival this year. For the feature review, the cast watches tick, tick…BOOM! Lin-Manuel Miranda’s feature directorial debut.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ Thanks to[...]

This week, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Dan Murrell to chat about Ghostbusters: Afterlife.  How does the fourth film in the Ghostbusters franchise, directed by Jason Reitman, measure up to the originals?  Subscribe to Dan's YouTube channel here.    Follow Dan on Twitter here.   Support Dan's Patreon page here.   Use #slashtag[...]

It’s the new Filmcast theme song! David, Devindra and Jeff reach into the mailbag and discuss reactions to the Eternals review. For the feature film, the Filmcast watches The French Dispatch, the latest Wes Anderson joint.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the[...]

This week, David gets a new “B-movies Corner” stinger music. For the feature review, the Filmcast is joined by critic Katie Smith-Wong to discuss Eternals. Tune in to find out how the Academy Award-winning director Chloe Zhao may have made one of the worst Marvel movies.  Follow Katie on Twitter @KatieSmithWong Listen to Katie’s interview[...]

David and Devindra tackle Julia Ducournau's newest film Titane with some help from Valerie Complex from Deadline.com.

This week, Devindra checks out V/H/S/94 while Jeff gives his co-hosts a surprise. For the feature review, the Filmcast is joined by Alisha Grauso to chat about Last Night in Soho, the latest movie by director Edgar Wright. Check out the interview with director Edgar Wright on David’s other podcast Culturally Relevant. Follow Alisha on[...]

Denis Villeneuve’s Dune is upon us. The Filmcast is joined by film critic Siddhant Adlakha to talk about the most anticipated film of the year. Follow Siddhant on Twitter at @SiddhantAdlakha Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ Thanks[...]

David gets excited over The Last Duel while Devindra chats about the new season of Succession. Jeff urges the co-hosts to watch The Premise. For the feature review, the Filmcast talks about Halloween Kills, the latest entry in the Halloween franchise directed by David Gordon Green.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about the movie Titane, Lamb, and Dave Chappelle’s new comedy special. For the feature review, the Filmcast is joined by Phil Nobile Jr. to talk about No Time to Die, the latest entry in the James Bond series.  Follow Phil Nobile Jr. on Twitter.  Read Phil's review of No Time[...]

David talks about the new Netflix filmThe Guilty, Devindra mentions the Apple TV+ series Foundation, and Jeff brings up The Problems with Jon Stewart. For the feature review, the Filmcast is joined by Matt Zoller Seitz, Editor-at-large at RogerEbert.com and author of The Sopranos Sessions, to watch Many Saints of Newark. Find out how does[...]

It’s another double feature night on the Filmcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by a friend of the show, Daanish Syed, to chat about Candyman (2021), the new Nia DaCosta film, and Free Guy, the latest Shawn Levy movie.   Follow Daanish Syed on Twitter @_DaanishSyed Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title[...]

In this bonus After Dark episode, David, Jeff, and Devindra to make sense of a series of strange tweets about Preacher, then discuss what it's like to avoid Venom spoilers. To hear the rest of the story next week, and to sign up to listen to ad-free episodes and/or bonus After Dark episodes, go to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about the Emmys, Cry Macho, and Y: The Last Man. For the feature, the Filmcast is joined by Kendra James, producer at Crooked Media, to talk about Come From Away, the Broadway musical now available on Apple TV+.  Follow Kendra James on Twitter @KendraJames_ Pre-order Kendra's new book Admissions: A[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Ariel Fisher, managing editor at Fangora.com, to discuss the Matrix 4 trailer, the Clinton impeachment, and Motel Makeover. For the feature reivew, the Filmcast watches Malignant, the latest horror film by James Wan.  Follow Ariel Fisher on Twitter @Afis8 Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff remember actor Michael K. Williams. For the feature review, the Filmcast watches Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Marvel Cinematic Universe’s first Asian superhero movie.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ Thanks[...]

The Filmcast is off this week, but in its place, it's a blast from the past! David and Jeff review Fantastic Four, with a newly recorded intro reflecting on where we think these characters might be going in the MCU. Thanks to our sponsors this week: Fast Growing Trees. Improve your landscaping by visiting fast-growing-trees.com/FILMCAST[...]

It’s a double feature week here on the Filmcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Walter Chaw to review Coda, the new Apple+ film directed by Sian Heder, and Pig, the film directed by Michael Sarnoski starring Nicholas Cage.   Read Jenna Beacom's review of Coda here. Follow Walter Chaw on Twitter.   Read[...]

Jeff is back to talk about all things superhero. The cast discusses What If…, the new Marvel animated series, before jumping into The Suicide Squad with Frank Barbiere. Can the new James Gunn joint save the notorious franchise? Follow Frank on Twitter.  Read Frank’s Astonishing Times here.   Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a[...]

David and Devindra invite Alisha Grauso, editor at ScreenRant, to review The Green Knight while Jeff moves across the country. For context, David and Devindra also review Excalibur (1981) and The Last Temptation Of Christ (1988) in preparation for the feature review.    Read Alisha Grauso's piece about The Green Knight at Rottentomatoes here. Follow[...]

Peter Sciretta from Slashfilm takes over Devindra’s seat for the day. The cast discusses Scarlett Johansson’s Disney lawsuit, survival mode on the show Alone, and Marvel’s What If…? For the feature review, David, Jeff, and Peter take a ride on Jungle Cruise, the new film directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. Follow Peter Sciretta on Twitter.  [...]

David, Devindra, Jeff and film critic Walter Chaw decide whether reading spoilers makes one a "garbage person." The Filmcast reviews Old, the new joint by director M. Night Shyamalan. Follow Walter Chaw at: https://twitter.com/mangiotto Read Walter's work on Film Freak Central: https://www.filmfreakcentral.net Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks[...]

David broadcasts from the San Francisco Bay Area. The Filmcast discusses the kickstarter of The Show About the Show and the ethics of an AI Anthony Bourdain. For the feature, David, Devindra, and Jeff venture into A Quiet Place Part II, directed by John Krasinski.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff make a major announcement about the podcast (Learn more here)! Plus: we discuss Fear Street, Gossip Girl, Werewolves Within, and much more. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ This week’s episode is brought to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss Steven Soderbergh's latest star-studded crime thriller, No Sudden Move. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ Weekly Plugs David - David's review of Black Widow Devindra - Engadget podcast on latest iOS betas Jeff[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Dave Schilling from the Galaxy Brains podcast to discuss the latest entry in "The Fast Saga." Listen to Dave Schilling's podcast Galaxy Brains!  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to Mike C for building the Hashtag Slashtag website: https://hashtagslashtag.com/ Weekly Plugs[...]

Do you enjoy this podcast? Have disposable income? If so, please consider supporting us on Patreon! All dollar amounts accepted. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Hoai-Tran Bui from Slashfilm to discuss Pixar's new film Luca, streaming right now on Disney Plus. Be sure to check out Hoai-Tran's review of Luca at slashfilm.com.  Use[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Carlos Aguilar to discuss Jon Chu and Lin-Manuel Miranda's latest film, In The Heights. Follow Carlos on Twitter. Find Carlos's writing on In the Heights in The New York Times, The Atlantic, and Indiewire.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David gets a sneak peek of the new Marvel series Loki. Find out why Devindra’s favorite streaming service might be Peakcock right now. For the feature review, the cast tackles The Wrath of Man, the newest action-thriller by director Guy Ritchie. Thanks to our sponsors[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Scott Wampler, host of the Kingcast, to talk about Amazon’s acquisition of MGM, Bo Burnham’s comedy special, and the Friends reunion. For the feature review, the original cast dives into Riders of Justice, the Danish action thriller written[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Ariel Fisher to talk about movie adaptions of video games. For the feature review, the cast dives into Army of the Dead, the new Zack Snyder zombie movie on Netflix. Does the stylish director add more to the[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss security at movie theaters, blowing up on TikTok (Follow David on TikTok here), and the new movie The Paper Tigers (available via VOD - learn how to watch it here).

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Roxana Hadadi to chat about COVID vaccination and the Saw franchise. Tune in to hear David’s Jigsaw impression. For the feature review, the cast watches Those Who Wish Me Dead, the action thriller directed by Taylor Sheridan starring[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David returns to a movie theater after more than a year away while Jeff gets meta with The Show About the Show. For the feature review, the cast watches Stowaway, the new Netflix sci-fi thriller directed by Joe Penna.  Thanks to our sponsors this week:[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, Jeff are joined by Dan Gvozden, host of the podcast The Amazing Spider-Talk, to chat about the new Marvel trailer and more. David drops a major spoiler bomb to Jeff on the British television show Line of Duty. For the feature review, the[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David and Devindra are joined by friends of the show Tara Ariano and Daanish Syed to chat about the good, the bad, and the awkward of the Academy Awards. For the feature review, the cast watches Mortal Kombat, the directorial debut of Simon McQuoid.  Follow[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the state of the housing market in the U.S. For the feature review, the cast plus Matt Goldberg, senior editor at collider.com, discuss Nobody, the new action-thriller starring Bob Odenkirk.  Follow Matt Goldberg on Twitter. Use #slashtag on Twitter to[...]

This is a bonus episode of the Slashfilmcast After Dark, which exists thanks to our Patrons over at patreon.com/filmpodcast. Sign up and receive bonuses like ad-free episodes and bonus After Darks! In this episode, David, Devindra, and Jeff answer questions from our recent mailbag post.  Links: Viral tweet about Blade  Learn more about the other[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David laments the death of a premiere theater chain while Jeff contemplates his next move out of Los Angeles. For the feature review, the cast dives into Concrete Cowboy, the new Netflix film directed by Ricky Staub and starring Idris Elba.  Use #slashtag on Twitter[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff give updates on the COVID vaccine, moving-going, and box office performance. For the feature review, the cast is joined by Max Evry, Managing Editor at ComingSoon.net, to review Godzilla vs. Kong. Follow Max on Twitter. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about the future of theater-going. Jeff praises the new animated series Invincible. For the feature review, the cast watches The Father, the Oscar-nominated film starring Olivia Coleman and Anthony Hopkins. Tune in to find out why this depressing look at[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. After viewing the college admission scandal documentary Operation Varsity Blues, David, Devindra, and Jeff reflect on the future of higher education in America. For the feature review, the cast, along with Dan Murrell, is tackling the highly anticipated "Snyder Cut" of Justice League. Subscribe to[...]

[This week's After Dark is being released for all listeners! Thanks to our Patrons at patreon.com/filmpodcast for making our work possible.] David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss YouTube Premium, family accounts, LEGO Mocs, and Coming 2 America.  Links: Beyond the Brick YouTube channel 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. The Oscar nominations are fresh out of the oven. David, Devindra, Jeff are joined by Hoai-Tran Bui, writer at slashfilm.com, to talk about representation in this Academy Award season and Disney’s new animated film, Raya and the Last Dragon.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. Jeff returns from a throat surgery. David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the Oprah interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on CBS. For the feature review, the cast dives into the Marvel television show WandaVision with Joanna Robinson, Senior Writer at Vanity Fair. Listen to[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. Tara Ariano sits in Jeff’s seat for a day while he’s out for surgery. David, Devindra, and Tara chat about the outdated institution that is the Golden Globes. For the feature review, the cast is joined by Inkoo Kang, TV critic at The Hollywood Reporter,[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about Freaky, The Expanse, and Attack of the Murder Hornets.  For the feature review, the cast is joined by Roxana Hadadi to talk about Nomadland, the latest film by director Chloe Zhao starring Frances McDormand. Follow Roxana at @roxana_hadadi on[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. In the "What We’ve Been Watching" segment, David, Devindra, and Jeff go in-depth on Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar. For the feature review, the cast reviews Judas and the Black Messiah with Valerie Complex. Directed by Shaka King, the film stars Daniel[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss what it's like to get recognize by people who don't know our work, fashion during the pandemic, and what COVID has done to friendships. Links: The Pandemic Has Destroyed Friendships 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about what the newest episode of WandaVision means for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. For the feature review, the cast jumps into The Dig, a Netflix historic drama starring Carey Mulligan and Ralph Fiennes.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a[...]

David and Devindra are joined by Jordan Crucchiola to discuss Emerald Fennell's Promising Young Woman. Links: Follow Jordan on Twitter  Support Jordan's Patreon  Listen to the Aughtsterion podcast  Listen to the Disaster Girls podcast  Read Jordan's review of Promising Young Woman  Alison Willmore's article about the movie's ending  Kyle Turner's article about the movie's ending 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff navigate the difficult task of attending the Sundance Film Festival remotely.  For the feature review, the cast switches gear from Little Things to White Tiger, a new drama directed by Ramin Bahrani now available on Netflix.  Read more about White Tiger: [...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. It’s the dawn of a new era in America. David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Drew McWeeny (@DrewMcWeeny), writer of newsletter Formerly Dangerous, to discuss the new film News of the World. Does this reunion of director Paul Greengrass and actor Tom Hanks create[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about WandaVision, The Dissident, and the last day of the Trump presidency. For the feature review, the cast is joined by Kendra James, producer of the Official Star Trek Podcast, to review One Night in Miami, the new film directed[...]

Devindra chats with Richie Brave about the first three films in Steve McQueen's exemplary Small Axe anthology. Links: Follow Richie on Twitter  Listen to BBC Radio Xtra talks  Listen to Richie's interview with Leroy Logan 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. This week, it’s a mailbag episode! David, Devindra, and Jeff reflect on this week’s political events in America, then move on to chat about movie piracy, pandemic viewing habits, and favorite podcasts. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff continue their discussion of the films of 2020 by counting down: Movies we didn't get Movies they didn't get Most disappointing film of 2020 (Moviebob's Wonder Woman video essay) Most anticipated film of 2021 Best film of 2021

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. It's the 600th episode of the Slashfilmcast! Welcome to the year-end review where David, Devindra, and Jeff look back at 2020 and rate their favorites. Tune in to find out which movies moved the cast in this difficult year.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Hoai-Tran Bui discuss whether or not you should use other people's recycling bins. Then they dive into Pixar's newest film, Soul. Links: Follow Hoai-Tran Bui on Twitter  Subscribe to Hoai-Tran's podcast, Trekking Through Time and Space 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. This week, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Hoai-Tran Bui, Slashfilm writer and critic, to review Wonder Woman 1984. Tune in to hear Jeff’s passionate diatribe against the latest film directed and co-written by Patty Jenkins. Follow Hoai-Tran Bui on Twitter. Subscribe to Haoi-Tran's[...]

Dan Murrell sticks around to talk about The Mandalorian Season 2 and that big reveal. Links: Read FilmCritHulk's article about The Mandalorian  Subscribe to Dan's podcast  Patronize Dan's Patreon  Subscribe to Dan Murrell's YouTube channel 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. ’Tis the season for Tenet! Finally, David, Devindra, and Jeff get their hands on a physical blu-ray of the latest Christopher Nolan film. The cast is joined by Dan Murrell to review the film front to back. Check out Dan's Patreon here. Listen to Dan’s[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss home theater setups and also that huge Disney investor call in which 50+ new shows and movies were announced. See what they think of the Turner and Hooch reboot! Beginning in 2021, After Darks will only be available through the $10+ tier on our Patreon at patreon.com/filmpodcast. Thanks to all[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff share their thoughts on the highly anticipated video game Cyberpunk 2077. For the feature review, the cast reviews Sound of Metal, the drama directed and co-written by Darius Marder and starting Riz Ahmed.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss two great films that feature media tycoons whose quest for power eventually ends up consuming them, with tragic consequences for all who surround them.

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, Jeff discuss the news that Warner Brothers is putting new releases on HBO Max. What does this move mean for the film industry and movie theaters as a whole? For the feature review, the cast talks about Mank, the highly anticipated David Fincher[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss The New Mutants (out right now on VOD) and debate what to do for their 600th episode. 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. On Thanksgiving day, Devindra baked a turkey, David enjoyed a feast, and Jeff got a little too much gravy. For the feature review, the cast has a heated conversation about Run, a horror-thriller film directed by Aneesh Chaganty and written by Chaganty and Sev Ohanian. [...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss their thoughts on streaming etiquette, favorite movies/tv shows about time travel, what we miss about movie theaters, and twin movies.   Check out the Twin Movies with Ben and Gabe podcast. 

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. Happy Thanksgiving! David, Devindra, and Jeff speculate on what they would have liked in theater if there was not a pandemic. For the feature review, the cast reviews The Nest, a movie written and directed by Sean Durkin.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss their thoughts on the next generation of gaming consoles, the mistakes of last generation, and what they're looking forward to in the years ahead. Beginning in 2021, you'll only be able to get After Dark episodes via Patreon. Become a Patron at http://patreon.com/filmpodcast

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, Jeff talk about a difficult upcoming Thanksgiving. For the feature review, the cast is joined by Angie Han, editor at Mashable, to review Kajillionaire, the comedy-drama film written and directed by Miranda July. Click here to learn more how you can get involved[...]

David and Devindra review Brandon Cronenberg's Possessor (with spoilers). Plus, Jeff muses on whether you should hang onto boxes. You know, for stuff you buy. Beginning in 2021, you'll only be able to get Slashfilmcast After Dark episodes through our Patreon, at patreon.com/filmpodcast. Patrons will also get episodes first until then.

Wondery (Dr. Death, Dirty John, The Shrink Next Door) and NBC News (Dateline, The Thing About Pam, Motive for Murder) present Do No Harm. The Bright family was thrust into a medical and legal system so committed to protecting vulnerable children from abuse, it failed to protect innocent parents.   From the hospital room to[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. David, Devindra, and Jeff describe their weekend when the media announced the results of the presidential election. For the feature review, the cast chats about His House, the Netflix horror film written and directed by Remi Weekes.  Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title[...]

In our very first official Patreon-backed After Dark, David, Devindra and Jeff discuss what it was like to experience the U.S. Election this week. Read Roxane Gay's piece about why This is America.  Beginning in 2021, you'll only be able to get Slashfilmcast After Dark episodes through our Patreon, at patreon.com/filmpodcast. Patrons will also get[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. It's the night before the election in the United States. David, Devindra, and Jeff distract themselves by watching On the Rocks, the new comedy-drama written and directed by Sophia Coppola, now streaming on Apple TV+. Read up on what to do while waiting for election[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast. This week, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Tara Ariano, television aficionado and co-host of podcast Extra Hot Great, to chat about Quibi. Fourteen years after the first Borat movie, the Kazakhstan journalist returns to America for one special delivery. Check out Tara Arino’s[...]

The Slashfilmcast is launching a Patreon! Support us at  http://patreon.com/filmpodcast.  David, Devindra, and Jeff review the Netflix movie The Trial of the Chicago 7. The film, written and directed by Aaron Sorkin, tells the story of the uprising at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.  Subscribe to Emily VanDerWerff’s newsletter here.    Use #slashtag[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff check in on the state of theaters and direct-to-streaming movies. For the feature review, the cast binges the whole season of Ted Lasso, the Apple TV + series. Tune in to hear how David magically set up a Slashfilmcast Patreon in under 30 seconds. Back the Slashfilmcast on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/filmpodcast Read[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Stephen Tobolowsky, actor and friend of the show, to chat about life in quarantine,  state of movie theaters, and content they have been watching. For the feature review, the cast changes course from Enola Holmes to Dick Johnson Is Dead, documentary film directed by Kirsten Johnson. Use #slashtag[...]

This week, David, Devindra, and Jeff get a surreal e-mail from long time listener Joshua. For the feature review, the cast followed the recommendation on #slashtag and watched One Cut of the Dead, the Japanese zombie comedy directed by Shinichiro Ueda. Use #slashtag on Twitter to recommend a title for us to watch. Thanks to[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about the winners and losers at this year’s virtual Emmys. For the feature review, the cast goes over Devil All the Time, the latest Netflix movie directed by Antonio Campos. Read about Robert Pattinson’s lack of dialect coach here. Check out Drew McWeeny’s newsletter, Formerly Dangerous here.  Use #slashtag on[...]

The Slashfilmcast avoids Tenent while movie goers in China reject Mulan. For the feature review, David, Devindra, and Jeff watch I’m Thinking of Ending things, the newest Charlie Kaufman film on Netflix. Tune in to find out which cast member was thinking of ending the movie. Thanks to our sponsors this week: BetterHelp, Quip, and[...]

After months of delay, Disney's live-action Mulan finally made its debut on the Disney Plus streaming service (for a premium). David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about their mixed feelings toward the movie with sociologist and author Nancy Wang Yuen. Read Nancy's review of Mulan here.  Thanks to our sponsors this week:  PrettyLitter, Feals, and Candid[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff reflect on the career of Chadwick Boseman, discuss why you shouldn't go to the movie theaters to watch New Mutants, and decide whether the Bill and Ted series justifies a third movie. Check out Robert Daniels' tribute to Chadwick Boseman. Thanks to our sponsors this week: Paint Your Life and Manscaped.[...]

David weighs the risk and reward to see Tenent in theater while Jeff raves about #SLASHTAG, the hashtag used to recommend movies to the whole gang.  For the feature of the week, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Roxana Hadadi to review Boys State. See what this winner of Sundance Documentary Grand Jury, directed[...]

#slashtag is going strong! Use this hashtag to to recommend movies/shows/content to the Slashfilmcast. For the feature review, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Robert Daniels, founder and critic at 812FilmReviews, to talk about the latest Netflix blockbuster Project Power. Read Robert Daniels' review of Project Power at IGN. Learn the truth behind the[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss buying, renting, and waiting for Mulan on Disney Plus. Find out why only one of the co-hosts got a sneak peek of the new Lovecraft Country show. For the feature review, the cast watches She Dies Tomorrow, a film written and directed by Amy Seimetz. Check out the photoshopped Slashfilmcast[...]

From a pasta-worshiping religion to a speed-cubing competition, it’s a doc-heavy week on the Slashfilmcast. For the feature review, the cast watches the VOD horror Relic, the directorial debut of Natalie Erika James. Check out the movie memorabilia live auction from August 26 - 27, 2020 here. Weekly Plugs: David - Culturally Relevant with Mike[...]

Jeff battles a rat infestation while Dave hears one-last dynamite in a pretend eulogy. For the feature review, the cast talks about First Cow, the newest film directed by Kelly Reichardt. Tune in to find out why the cast prefers buying over renting for this indie release.  Thanks to our sponsors this week: BetterHelp and[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss what makes a film appeal to paternal figures and whether the term "dad movie" is pejorative. For the feature film of the week, the cast visits Palm Springs, the Hulu original film directed by Max Barbakow. Learn more about Tenet's delay here.  Come see Devindra and David talk about Face/Off[...]

In this week's episode, Dave and Jeff compare expanding your germ circle to youtube collaborations and sexual relations. For the feature review, the cast watches The Old Guard, the Netflix film directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood and stars Charlize Theron and Kiki Layne.  Read about how COVID is not a hoax here. Read about having the[...]

Devindra praises the start-up Carvana while David trashes the app Quibi. For the feature review, the cast finally streams Hamilton, the sensational Broadway musical created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, now available on Disney Plus.  Read Jamelle Bouie's review of Hamilton here. Read Christopher Nolan's position on chairs on set here. Read Vulture's feature about Quibi here. [...]

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David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Joanna Robinson, senior writer at Vanity Fair, to talk about Devindra’s move across the country during a pandemic, Christopher Nolan’s chair ban, and Will Ferrell’s singing in Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga. For the feature review, the cast dives into Shirley, Josephine Decker’s film starring[...]

Dave and Jeff share their experience watching 3D content on VR headsets while Devindra packs up to move across the country. The cast is joined by Wilson Morales of @Blackfilm to talk about Da 5 Bloods, the latest Spike Lee movie about black soldiers in the Vietnam War. Read Viet thanh Nguyen’s thread about Da[...]

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Devindra gets ready for a big move across the country amid the pandemic. David watches The Great while Jeff checks out Hannah Gadsby: Douglas. For the feature review, the cast reluctantly rent The King of Staten Island, the newest Judd Apatow movie starring SNL member Pete Davidson. Read Jesse David Fox’s piece about whether we[...]

As the Black Lives Matter movement sweeps the U.S., David highlights some African American films available on streaming now. For the feature review, the cast watches The Vast of Night, the directorial debut from Andrew Patterson. Watch Ava Duvernay’s 13th here. Read about conflicting police accounts of protest videos in the Washington Post. Watch John[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the launch of HBO Max, including their announcement of an in-development “Snyder Cut” of Justice League. This week’s feature review is a Devindra choice: the 1985 Japanese comedy Tampopo, the first self-proclaimed “ramen western.” Listen in as the cast discuss the joy of food Watch David’s review of The Last[...]

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Jeff stay in to watch Capone, the latest film by director Josh Trank. The cast is joined by Scott Wampler, Managing Editor at Birth.Movies.Death and co-Host of The Kingcast, to evaluate this Tom Hardy performance. Tune in to hear not one but two of Jeff's limericks. Read Kyle Buchanan's oral[...]

With no new release in sight, Dave, Devindra, and Jeff explore their "blindspots" - classic movies they somehow missed. Dan Trachtenberg, director of the movie 10 Cloverfield Lane and friend of the show,  returns to do an epic review of Lost Boys, the 1987 comedy horror.  Read about the true story of The Lost Boys’[...]

As shelter-in-place order extends, David, Devindra, and Jeff continue watching streaming content. David praises the brilliance of Dave, the FX Hulu original while Devindra loves Never Have I Ever, the new Netflix show created by Mindy Kaling. For the feature review, he cast talk about one of the few releases this year - HBO’s Bad[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff check in on each other yet another week. The cast makes it up to past donors whose names got lost in the e-mails. For the feature review, David, Devindra, Jeff chat about Extraction, the new Netflix release starring Chris Hemsworth. Tune in to find out whether this is worth your quarantine time.[...]

On this episode, special guest Alan Yang, director of the new Netflix film Tigertail, stops by to review 1993’s Demolition Man. Tune in to hear the cast discuss Sylvester Stallone and Wesley Snipes’s memorable performances. Stay after the show for a in-depth review of Devs, the sci-fi limited series written and directed by Alex Garland.[...]

The Netflix documentary series Tiger King could not have come at a better time as we hunker down. David, Devindra, and Jeff go on this wild kitty-cat ride and re-evaluate the boundary between reality TV show and documentary film.  Thanks to our sponsors this week: Quip, StoryWorth, and BetterHelp.  Visit getquip.com/FILMCAST and get your first[...]

Another week, another opportunity to catch up on some movies at home. In this episode, David, Devindra, Jeff are joined by Valerie Complex to review Portrait of a Lady on Fire, now available streaming on Hulu. Check out Devindra's review of Quibi here.  Thanks to our sponsors this week:  Betterhelp, Feals, and Hunt a Killer. [...]

As social-distancing continues, David, Jeff, Devindra stay in to watch Bloodshot with guest host Patrick H. Willems. Was the latest Vin Diesel action flick worth the $20 rental? Stay safe everyone!  Check out Patrick's main Youtube channel and his second Youtube channel Patrick Willem Presents.  Thanks to our sponsor this week: Light Stream. Get an[...]

In this special episode of the Slashfilmcast, David, Devindra, Jeff are joined by Dan Trachtenberg, friend of the show and director of 10 Cloverfield Lane. The cast plus our special guest review Judgment Night, the 1993 thriller directed by Stephen Hopkins. Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant and subscribe to his YouTube[...]

As studios pull big releases from theaters, Jeff manages to catch the latest Pixar movie Onward in theater while the rest of the cast stay in and watch some streaming content.  For more information on how to confront a pandemic, take a listen to the NYTimes podcast The Daily.  -Confronting a Pandemic -Learning to Live[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about the impact of COVID-19 on the movie industry. For the feature review, the cast reviews The Invisible Man, a Blumhouse produced horror written and directed by Leigh Whannell. Does this reboot revive Universal’s Dark Universe?  Thanks to our sponsors this week: Quip and Light Stream Go to getquip.com/FILMCAST, RIGHT[...]

David checks out a few smaller movies while Jeff catches up on episode 5 of the show Mythic Quest. In the After Dark segment, the cast throw some shade at blu-ray and discuss the black and white conversion of films.  Read Top 10 Reasons Blu-ray Sucks by Cinemassacre here.  Thanks to our sponsors this week:[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff come together to review Sonic the Hedgehog, the new film based on the popular video game franchise. Tune in to find out whether the recent digital makeover helped the film in the box office. Watch the highlights from Sonic’s 25th celebration here.  Thanks for our sponsors this week: Lensabl and Quip To[...]

With the end of Bojack Horseman and the beginning of Mythic Quest, it’s a “What We’ve been Watching” episode of the Slashfilmcast. David, Devindra, Jeff dive into some new Netflix, HBO, and even Apple content. Stay for the after dark to see how the cast manages their digital movie library.  Thanks to our sponsors this[...]

It’s the first day of the new format! David, Devindra, Jeff and Angie Han, deputy entertainment editor @mashable, jump straight into a feature review of Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn, the latest film by director Cathy Yan. How did the female villain perform without her main squeeze the Joker?[...]

David and Jeff debate the differences between a documentary series and reality television. More Slashfilm meetups pop up around the country, fight club style. The cast discusses The Rhythm Section, the latest movie by director Reed Marano, for their feature review. Read about the origin of EGOT here in the Atlantic.  Thanks to our sponsor[...]

David corrects a gross mistake he made about the physiology of the Na’vi. The cast feels nostalgic with Star Trek: Picard. For the feature review, David, Devindra, and Jeff takes on The Gentlemen, the latest film by director Guy Ritchie. Read about the life of a Hollywood Boulevard’s Superman here.  Read about how The Gentlemen[...]

David goes to Hollywood and meets a very culturally relevant character. For the feature review, the cast plus Melissa Tamminga, writer for @SeattleScreen, discuss Greta Gerwig’s Little Women, the latest reincarnation of the beloved story.  Thanks to our sponsor this week: Pretty litter, Lightstream, Quip Go to prettylitter.com and use the code FILMCAST for 20%[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff chat about the latest Oscar nominations, the new Avatar concept car, and new 8k TV releases (spoiler alert: don’t buy one yet). The cast reviews 1917, a historic war epic written and directed by Sam Mendes.  To come see David and watch The Tobolowsky Files recorded live, go to filmingtobo.com (please only[...]

Happy New Year! Dave, Devindra, and Jeff rank their top ten movies of 2019. Stay tuned, Jeff's number 5 will shock you! Check out some important film data in 2019 here.  Thanks to our sponsor this week: Feals. Become a member today by going to Feals.com/FILMCAST get 50% off your first order with free shipping.[...]

Dave, Devindra, and Jeff discuss all the discourse that's happened around Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker since their review. Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant. Check out Jeff Cannata’s D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter awaken to devote an entire episode to Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker, the third installment in the Star Wars sequel trilogy. Are the cast ready for the return of the J.J. Abrams? Or are they reminiscing the last director?  Thanks to our sponsor this week: PrettyLitter [...]

This holiday season, David, Devindra, Jeff give the gift of a double-feature. The cast reviews Marriage Story, the latest Netflix film by Noah Baumbach, and Uncut Gems, a crime drama featuring a rough looking Adam Sandler.  Thanks to our sponsors this week: 8hours and Feals. Visit 8hours.com for your hand-picked and exclusive videos on film[...]

Writer/director Rian Johnson returns to the Slashfilmcast to discuss the inspirations for his new hit film, Knives Out Knives Out is out in theaters everywhere right now Follow Rian on Twitter Follow David on Twitter Follow Jeff on Twitter Listen to David's interview podcast, Culturally Relevant Check out Jeff's show, The Dungeon Run

As 2019 comes to an end, David, Devindra, and Jeff evaluate the merits of "worst of the year" list. For the feature review, the cast plus Melissa Tamminga, writer for @SeattleScreen, discuss The Irishman, the latest crime drama directed and produced by Martin Scorsese. Does the three and half hour Netflix epic live up to[...]

Jeff is back to defend the Tesla Cybertruck and reconsider the merits of the children’s show PJ Masks. Meanwhile, David and Devindra find themselves watching more mature content such as Honeyland and Servant.  For the feature review, David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the highly anticipated whodunnit Knives Out. Does Rian Johnson’s latest deliver and surpass[...]

Happy Thanksgiving from Slashfilmcast! David and Devindra review Jojo Rabbit, the latest film by Taika Waititi. Find out whether the mix of humor and drama work well together in this WWII satire. Stay for the after dark as the duo cartalk about Ford, Ferrari, and Tesla. Read about how James Mangold captured 100mph in Ford[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about the giant mouse in the room that is the Disney+ streaming service. Jeff gives a passionate case against the children's series PJ Masks . For the feature review, the cast debate the value and shortcomings of James Mangold's Ford v Ferrai.  Read this Bloomberg article on why the characters[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Patrick Klepek, senior reporter at Waypoint, to talk about the politics of Terminator: Dark Fate and the digital resurrection of James Dean. For their feature review, the cast return to the Overlook Hotel in Doctor Sleep, the sequel to The Shining. Does the belated follow-up film live up[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about the perks of being a podcaster. For the feature review, the cast are joined by Matt Singer of ScreenCrush.com to discuss Terminator: Dark Fate, the sixth installment in the Terminator franchise. Tune in to hear the debate over this futuristic “legacyquel” Check out Matt Singer’s new book on the[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff get on the hype train by reviewing Parasite, the latest film by Korean director Bong Joon-Ho. Tune in to find out whether the movie deserves a Palme d'Or, the highest prize awarded at the Cannes Film Festival. Read this Reddit thread for all the Korean jokes Westerners may have missed. Read[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff review El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, a cinematic epilogue to the hit show Breaking Bad. With the original showrunner Vince Gilligan back in the director's seat, the cast debates whether El Camino lives up to the legacy of "the one who knocks."  Thanks to our sponsors this week: Villains, Feals,[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff review Gemini Man, the latest film by Academy Award- winning director Ang Lee. Listen to find out whether Lee’s obsession with high frame rate technology pays off in the Will Smith versus Will Smith action flick. Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant. Check out Jeff Cannata’s D&D show[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Bob Chipman (aka MovieBob), film critic from escapistmagazine.com, moviebobcentral.com, and creator of The Big Picture, to review Joker. Find out whether the latest movie by director Todd Phillips starring Joaquin Phoenix helped them put on a happy face. Read MovieBob's review of Joker here. Read New Yorker's Richard[...]

The boys are back in town! David tastes the bread of an "Icelandic geothermal bakery" while Jeff returns to the movie theater... to watch sports. The cast reviews Ad Astra, the latest film by James Gray starring Brad Pitt. Tune in to find out whether the science fiction epic is totally rad or completely sad. [...]

Jeff is back with  limericks while David is away. Devindra and Jeff are joined by Slate staff writer Inkoo Kang to discuss Hustlers. Stripping away the star-studded cast, does the latest film by Lorene Scafaria have substance on top of style?  Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant. Check out Jeff Cannata’s D&D[...]

It's time for the winner of the Summer Movie Wager to pick a film. This year, Germain Lussier chose a film near and dear to his heart - Slackers - a 2002 gross out comedy directed by Dewey Nicks. Tune in to hear David and Devindra give a  million reasons to NOT watch this movie.[...]

Pennywise the clown returns in It Chapter Two. David and Devindra are joined by Anya Stanley from Dread Central to discuss whether the sequel to the hit Stephen King adaptation lives up to its former trauma. Follow Anya on Twitter and check out her work at her website and at Dread Central. Read the Uproxx[...]

In this episode: David, Devindra, Peter, and Germain discuss the top ten films of the summer, and how they performed in the Summer Movie Wager. Also tune in to hear an update from Jeff! The actual top 10 films of summer 2019: Avengers: Endgame  The Lion King Toy Story 4 Spider-Man: Far from Home Aladdin[...]

David and Devindra debate the merits of Den of Thieves among other Gerald Butler movies. In Jeff's absence, David step in for limerick duties for the feature review of the indie horror Ready or Not. To wish Jeff a speedy recovery, send an audio message to slashfilmcast@gmail.com titled "Message to Jeff." Read the Ringer article[...]

In today’s episode, David discusses how he successfully orchestrated a Slashfilmcast meet-up in Decatur, Georgia.  For their feature review, David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter unveil The Amazing Johnathan Documentary, a Hulu film that blurs the line between fact and fiction. Stay tuned for Peter’s interview with the film's director Ben Berman. Listen and subscribe to[...]

In this special crossover with one of David's other podcasts, Culturally Relevant, David talks to Brian Raftery about his new book Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen. Brian discusses why this particular year became seminal in movie history and how it continues to influence filmmakers today. David and Brian then[...]

After last week’s review of Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood, David, Devindra, Jeff reflect on the best movie of the year so far.  For the feature review, the cast cover the good, the bad, and the controversy of Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. Watch the video combining the trailers of Hobbs &[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff are joined by Lindsey Romain to debate Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood, the ninth and penultimate film by Quentin Tarantino. Stay after the feature review to hear everyone's ranking of the director’s illustrious filmography. Read Lindsey’s Nerdist article about the boat scene in here and her article on why the movie[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss exciting news out of San Diego Comic-Con, covering everything from Tom Cruise in Top Gun 2, Natalie Portman as Thor, and Patrick Stewart returning as Captain Picard. For the feature review, the cast collectively ask the existential question "what's the reason of being for this new Lion King movie?" Read[...]

Devindra witnesses Face/Off live on stage while David discusses the HBO documentary I Love You, Now Die. For the feature review, the cast is joined by Valerie Complex to review Midsommar, the latest film by director Ari Aster. Tune in to hear how sun-soaked imageries can manage to be completely terrifying.  Read Valerie’s writing on[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Dan Gvozden, co-host of the Amazing Spider-Talk: A Spider-Man Podcast, to discuss Spider-man: Far From Home. In a post-Endgame world, does the last film in the phase III of the MCU fill a void in the super-hero genre?  Watch the Youtube video “The Problem Solving of Filmmaking” by[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff review the film Yesterday, a love letter to The Beatles. Is it worth running out to see Yesterday today, or could it wait ’til tomorrow? Also tune in to find out why the Netflix show Awake: The Million Dollar Game is the ultimate embodiment of late stage capitalism.  Check out Jeff[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff welcome back a Kristy Puchko cameo on the podcast. Devindra strongly urges people to watch Neon Genesis Evangelion on Netflix. For the feature review, the cast ask the important question: is the forth installment in the Toy Story franchise a soulless cash grab or a beautiful continuation of the beloved tale? Find[...]

Devindra explains the difference between Hotel Mumbai and The Wedding Guest. Jeff praises Fleabag season 2 as a work of genius. The cast plus Lindsey Romain, staff writer at Nerdist, review Men In Black: International.  Check out Jeff Cannata’s new D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert[...]

David regrets tricking Devindra into watching Dark Phoenix; Jeff shudders at the premise of The Act. The cast examine their reflections in Black Mirror. Is the battery draining too fast on the latest season of the sci-fi series? Watch David's video essay on the Asian American references in Netflix's rom-com Always Be My Maybe. Check[...]

Devindra returns and tackles a review of Godzilla: King of Monsters with Jeff and David. Also, the crew discusses why Chernobyl is worth the price of your HBO subscription and how The Wedding Guest is a great display of Dev Patel's skills. Check out Jeff Cannata’s new D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other[...]

When Devindra is away, David and Jeff come out to watch the latest Disney live-action Aladdin. Together with Aisha Harris from the New York Times, the cast find out whether the remake live up to the original 1992 version.  Read Aisha Harris’s article in the New York Times on why the reiteration doesn’t make Disney more[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff open up some Detective Pikachu mails, then kick some butt with the third installment of the John Wick franchise. Check out Jeff Cannata’s new show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering your question on the latest gadgets.[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff binge some new Netflix content including Knock Down the House, Dead to Me, and I Think You Should Leave. For the feature review, the cast find out whether Detective Pikachu is "super effective." Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech,[...]

While many critics have showered Avengers: Endgame with praise, some are pointing out the problematic treatment of women in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as a whole. In this bonus episode, David sits down with Inkoo Kang, staff writer at Slate, and Hoai-Tran Bui, writer at Slashfilm, to talk about the female characters of the MCU. [...]

It's a post-Endgame extravaganza! David, Devindra, and Peter open up the mailbag since their feature review of the film, followed by a Slashfilm Daily segment on where each Marvel characters stand at the moment. Last but not least, David chats with Brian Roan, writer and host at The Film Stage, about why Avengers: Endgame might[...]

After twelve years, 21 movies, and a single consequential snap, we are finally in the endgame! David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Patrick H. Willems, host of the Infinity Podcast, to review Avengers: Endgame and reflect on the past, present, and future of Marvel Cinematic Universe. Watch Patrick Willems's three-part video essay on the[...]

’Tis the season to count down the top 10 films of summer 2019! David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter round up to predict the domestic box office totals. Everyone chooses their 1-10 ranked films: - Getting number 1 or number 10 dead-on gets you 13 points (each). - 10 points for numbers 2-9 dead-on - 7[...]

David and Devindra are joined by Ariel Fisher, co-host of the podcast A Frame Apart, to watch Pet Sematary. Does this most recent resurrection of Stephen King's novel live up to the horror of the original film? Read Ariel’s article on why the throne room fight in The Last Jedi is actually about online dating, and[...]

Devindra and Jeff are joined by actor Griffin Newman, known for his role as Arthur Everest in the Amazon Original series The Tick and for co-hosting the Blank Check podcast, to say the name Shazam!  Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill and Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering[...]

It’s been two decades since audiences chose the red pill and entered the science-fiction world of The Matrix. The cast is joined by David Sims, film critic for the Atlantic and co-host of Blank Check podcast, to chase the white rabbit and discuss The Matrix’s lasting impact on film culture today. Read David Sim’s writing in[...]

David and Jeff investigate HBO's documentary Inventors: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley. For their feature review, the cast discuss the highly-anticipated film Us, Jordan Peele's follow-up to Get Out. In the After Dark, Peter Sciretta joins to ask the super important question: when should this year's Summer Movie Wager begin? Cast your vote on[...]

David enjoys the provocative dance-horror film Climax while Jeff reflects on parenthood through the Netflix show Working Moms. For their feature review, the trio tackles Triple Frontier, the star-studded Netflix original film directed by J.C. Chandor.  Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering[...]

David and Jeff are joined by Joanna Robinson, senior writer at Vanity Fair and co-host of A Cast of Kings, to talk about the much anticipated next entry in the Marvel franchise: Captain Marvel. Sandwiched between Infinity War and Endgame, does the first female superhero in the EMU live up to the hype? Stay after[...]

David and Devindra launch to the Moon in Apollo 11 while Jeff climbs Yosemite's El Capitan in Free Solo. The cast is then joined by Hoai-Tran Bui of Slashfilm.com to talk about the Japanese film Shoplifters, winner of the Palme d'Or at 2018 Cannes Film Festival.  Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Tasha Robinson, film and TV editor for the Verge and co-host of The Next Picture Show podcast, to dish on the good, the bad, and the green at the 2019 Oscars. The cast discuss the Netflix film High Flying Bird and then move on to an in-depth review[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff devote an entire episode to Alita: Battle Angel, the new film directed by Robert Rodriguez and co-written by James Cameron, based on Yukito Kishiro's manga series Gunnm. The cast is joined by Max Evry, Senior Editor at ComingSoon.net to ask the question: was it worth the wait?  Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff watch the Second Part of The Lego Movie. Find out from Jeff's limerick whether this sequel still sparked joy. Stay tuned for the After Dark as the cast gets to the core of the Netflix series Russian Doll. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff return to adjudicate a movie-related dilemma. The cast are joined by April Wolfe, host of the podcast Switchblade Sisters, to discuss whether Velvet Buzzsaw paints a good picture. Dan Gvozden, host of the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast, chimes in for an after dark on the Korean drama-thriller Burning. Listen to David’s other podcast[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff are joined by Hoai-Tran Bui, staff writer at Slashfilm.com, to review The Kid Who Would Be King, the newest film by writer and director Joe Cornish. The cast sans Devindra moves on to Serenity, the latest film by Steven Knight. Read about why Serenity is the wackiest film this year on Slashfilm.com[...]

The cast returns for Glass, the much anticipated M. Night Shyamalan movie. Stay for the after dark on not one but two documentaries about the disastrous FYRE festival. Check out Dave's video review of the Fyre Fraud and Fyre on Youtube, the skit Jeff mentioned of Waiters who are Nauseated by Food on the Dana[...]

For the 500th episode of the /Filmcast, David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter listen to some moving voicemails, answer questions about podcasting, recall their favorite moments, and give their top five films since the show's inception. Thank you for tuning in... Click to listen to the full episodes of David's most memorable conversation, Devindra's favorite guest[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the recent Netflix hits Black Mirror: Bandersnatch and Bird Box. We're looking for your voicemails for our 500th episode! Send them to us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, with subject line "Voicemail" and let us know your name and where you are from. Send us either 1) a question for the show, or[...]

It's that time of the year again where the cast unveil their top movies of the year. This round, David, Devindra, and Jeff don't know what's on each others' lists. Tune in to see what's in the box. Read about the top five box office lessons in 2018 by David Chen and the power art[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss James Wan's Aquaman and rank the DCEU films thus far. Check out Hoai-Tran Bui's review of Aquaman, Matt Zoller Seitz's review of Aquaman, and Nate Jones spoiler-y write-up of what Julie Andrews does in this film. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill and Devindra's[...]

The cast plus Dan Gvozden, a certified Spider-Man aficionado, dive into the amazing Spider-Verse and rank their favorite reincarnations of the character. Also tune in to find out how a trailer about a dog made David re-evaluate his life choices. Check out the interview with Alfonso Cuarón on the cinematography of Roma, the critique on[...]

David gets feedback from last week's episode with Joseph Kahn, director of Bodied, and Jeff resumes his Limerick ways. The cast plus Britt talk about the power of Roma by Alfonso Cuarón, and cover the outfits and rabbits of The Favourite by Yorgos Lanthimos. Check out Britt Hayes' piece on the fact and fiction of[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff share their Thanksgiving (and failed Black Friday shopping) experiences before launching into a jam-packed ‘what we've been watching.’ Joseph Kahn, director of the Youtube Premium movie Bodied, joins in for a spirited debate and review of Creed II, the latest film in the Rocky franchise.  Check out Devindra's new podcast Know More[...]

David and Jeff discuss the Coen Brothers' latest, "The Ballad of Buster Scruggs," now streaming on Netflix.  Be sure to check out David’s new podcast, Write Along. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Our music sometimes[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss Jason Reitman's latest film The Front Runner, praise Melissa McCarthy's performance in Can You Ever Forgive Me, and get moved by Adam Sandler's latest Netflix special. Later, Aisha Harris joins us to discuss Widows. Follow Aisha on Twitter. Be sure to check out David’s new podcast, Write Along. You can[...]

Jeff stays strong amid the wildfire raging near his house. The cast discuss Girl in the Spider's Web, Midnight Diner, Bodyguard and end with an in-depth review of the war-horror film Overlord. David and Jeff challenge Liev Schreiber's Michael Barbaro impression on SNL... tune in to decide who wins the "Barbar-off." Be sure to check[...]

David, Devindra, Lindsey, and Britt talk about Netflix's Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and The Haunting of Hill House. David gets more "screenlife" with Unfriended: Dark Web. The cast (sans David) stay on to discuss Luca Guadagnino's Suspiria, a rebirth of Dario Argento’s 1977 Italian horror. Stay tuned for the after dark on AMC Stubs A-List's[...]

David, Jeff, Devindra feast on Netflix content and cover the violence of Apostle, the fear of House on the Hill, and the awkwardness of Big Mouth.  Jeff gets a sneak peek at Steve McQueen's new film Widows. Be sure to check out Katie Hasty's interview with David Lowery, Mike Ryan's review of The Old Man[...]

David and Jeff discuss the brilliance of American Vandal and the amazing spectacular violence of The Night Comes for Us. Also, David recaps what he's been watching in limerick form. Congrats to Devindra on his new arrival! You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us[...]

Jeff, Devindra, and Lindsey Romain do a double review of Damien Chazelle's First Man and Drew Goddard's Bad Times at the El Royale. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Shownotes (all timestamps are approximate only) Featured[...]

Jeff, Devindra, Angie and Peter do a double review of Venom and A Star Is Born. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Shownotes (all timestamps are approximate only) Featured Reviews Venom (~04:00) - Spoilers (~26:00) A[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff and Kristy discuss highlights from Fantastic Fest, Jeremy Saulnier's latest, and the irreversible decision of listening to shows too quickly. This will be Kristy's last episode with the Slashfilmcast as a regular contributor, but do expect her in the future as an occasional guest. Follow her work at Decadent Criminals and follow[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the overwhelming commitments of adult life, ponder the possibility of a Fukunaga-directed Bond, and geek out about Spider-Man. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Shownotes (all timestamps are approximate only) What[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the brilliance of American Vandal, the easter eggs of Searching, and whether or not more movies should take place just on a screen. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Shownotes (all[...]

In this episode, David, Devindra, Jeff, Kristy, and Peter discuss the top 10 films of the summer, and how they did in the Summer Movie Wager. Here are the actual top 10 films of summer 2018: 1. Avengers: Infinity War 2. Incredibles 2 3. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom 4. Deadpool 2 5. Ant-Man and the[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the fun action of Upgrade, the perfectly enjoyable Juliet, Naked, and what it means to be a working actor. Be sure to check out The Big Picture's interview with Aneesh Chaganty, as well as Ben Pearson's interview. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail[...]

David, Jeff, and Kristy discuss whether magic specials can work in the modern age, get down with Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again, and lament the agita of sitting near jerks in theaters. Be sure to check out Kristy's review of The Happytime Murders. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Hoai-Tran Bui discuss The Meg's PG-13 rating, the pleasures of Castle Rock, and the brilliance of HBO's Succession. Be sure to read Hoai-Tran's pieces about what Crazy Rich Asians gets right about Asian-American identity, and why it's good that the film doesn't try to break stereotypes. Also, check out Jason Concepcion's[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss their favorite crossover events of all time, thank the #SaveDaveWave, plus David has a special announcement to celebrate opening weekend of Crazy Rich Asians. Be sure to read about how Crazy Rich Asians was made, the #GoldOpen movement, and how BlackkKlansman got revenge on Birth of a Nation. You can always[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss the fun of Teen Titans Go! To The Movies, the enjoyability of HBO's Succession, and the riveting Netflix documentary, The Staircase. Also, Jeff gets disappointed by modern Blu-ray special features. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, are joined by Patrick Willems to review Mission: Impossible - Fallout. Check out Patrick's video essays about why Mission: impossible movies are great and who is Ethan Hunt, really. Also check out Patrick's podcast about Josh Hartnett, We Heart Hartnett. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss what The Equalizer doesn't understand about its own appeal, and check out Carlos Lopez Estrada's Blindspotting. Plus, Kristy reports back from the 2018 Fantasia International Film Festival. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss Moviepass's surge pricing, try to figure out what's up with Three Identical Strangers, and get ambivalent about Who Is America. Be sure to read Aja Romano's review of Who Is America, Jen Chaney's review of Who Is America, Kristen Lopez's piece on disability in Skyscraper, and Katy Sullivan's perspective on[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss AMC's Stubs A-List, the new season of GLOW, Ryan Murphy's Pose, and the thought-provoking Nanette. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Shownotes What We've Been Watching David - Tag, Sicario:[...]

In preparation for 'Fallout' David, Devindra, and Jeff dive into every film in the 'Mission: Impossible' franchise. Be sure to read Erik Lundegaard's piece on Mission: Impossible, and Matt Singer's piece on why Mission: Impossible 2 is actually good(?). You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also,[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by YouTuber Patrick H. Willems to discuss the latest entry in the Jurassic Park franchise. Check out Patrick's essay on why Jurassic Park sequels don't work. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Matt Singer from ScreenCrush to dive into The Incredibles 2. Be sure to check out Matt's review of The Incredibles 2, as well as Screencrush's video essay on why the Incredibles were the villain of the film. Also: See Bob Chipman's review of The Incredibles 2. You can[...]

David, Devindra, and Kristy discuss the delightfulness of Paddington 2, the breeziness of Ocean's Eight, and the terror of A24's new horror hit, "Hereditary." Be sure to read Amanda Hess's article about Ocean's Eight. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or[...]

David, Jeff, Kristy and Alan Scherstuhl discuss writer-director Bart Layton's latest film American Animals starring Evan Peters, Blake Jenner, Ann Dowd and Barry Keoghan. Make sure to check out Alan's review of American Animals at Village Voice as well as Kristy's review at Riot Material. Lastly, David and Jeff conclude this episode with an 'After[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Patrick Willems discuss Lucasfilm's latest standalone Star Wars film, Solo: A Star Wars Story, directed by Ron Howard and written by Jonathan & Lawrence Kasdan. Make sure to check out more of Patrick's work via his YouTube channel and "The Internet's Premiere Josh Hartnett Podcast" – We Heart Hartnett. Be sure[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss the flaws of Evil Genius, the brilliance of The Detour, and the binge-ability of Killing Eve. Read Kristy's review of Evil Genius, as well as Pajiba's breakdown of what the doc leaves out. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also,[...]

David, Devindra, and Amy Nicholson discuss Chloé Zhao's remarkable new film, "The Rider." In the After Dark, Devindra and David discuss HBO's "Barry" and reflect on 10 years of the /Filmcast. Be sure to check out Amy Nicholson's piece on The Rider, and listen to her new podcast with Paul Scheer. You can always e-mail[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss Jason Reitman and Diablo Cody's newest collaboration about adulthood, "Tully." You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Shownotes: What We've Been Watching David: Arrested Development Season 4 Remix - Fateful Consequences Devindra:[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy delve into Marvel's latest ambitious, audacious entry into the superhero genre. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Credits Editing assistance for this episode was provided by Brian Davids. Thanks to Hello[...]

David and Jeff record an After Dark to talk about David's honeymoon, Jeff becoming a meme. Then, they review Netflix's Wild, Wild Country. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook. Credits Our music sometimes comes from the[...]

It's that time of year again -- time to count down our top 10 films of summer 2018, according to what we think their domestic box office totals will be. Everyone chooses their 1-10 ranked films: - Getting number 1 or number 10 dead-on gets you 13 points (each). - 10 points for numbers 2-9[...]

Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss Emily Blunt's latest film, "A Quiet Place." What We've Been Watching: Devindra: Counterpart, Killing Eve, Santa Clarita Diet, Raw Kristy: Ghost Stories, Gravity Falls Jeff: Wrestlemania, Blockers, Sneaky Pete Featured Review: A Quiet Place You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also,[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss director Steven Spielberg's latest blockbuster entry, "Ready Player One." What We've Been Watching: David: American Assassin Kristy: Unfriended: Dark Web, Won't You Be My Neighbor? Featured Review: Ready Player One You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss a movie where gigantic robots fight gigantic monsters and stuff. Also, Jeff talks Tomb Raider and Kristy shares thoughts on Wes Anderson's latest What We've Been Watching: Jeff: Tomb Raider Kristy: Unsane, Isle of Dogs Featured review: Pacific Rim Uprising You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call[...]

David got married this weekend! And Peter and Devindra were there to see it! And Jeff was there too, but he couldn't make the podcast episode, but he did do the ads for the show! This week on the /Filmcast, David, Devindra and Peter discuss life in Seattle and review David's wedding. Also, David's friend[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the magic of Faces, Places and what it's like to watch Sailor Moon in a theater after a lifetime of fandom. Special guest Angie Han joins us for our review. Check out Angie's review of A Wrinkle in Time at Mashable. What We've Been Watching: Jeff: Faces Places, Sneaky Pete[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss the Lawrences' (Jennifer and Francis - no relation) latest collaboration. Also, David and Kristy discuss Derren Brown's reprehensible new special, The Push. Check out Kristy's review of it here. What We've Been Watching: David: Game Night, Derren Brown's The Push Devindra: Ugly Delicious, The Ritual Jeff: The Looming Tower[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss Alex Garland's latest film, Annihilation. Check out Indiewire's piece on Netflix streaming and Chris Evangelista's deep-dive into Annihilation. To enter our Coco contest, email slashfilmcast@gmail.com with the words "Coco Contest" in the subject line and share your favorite musical moment in films. Include your address (US only, no PO[...]

David chats with Leslie Lee III (Jacobin Magazine, Struggle Session podcast) about his thoughts on Black Panther, which Leslie has called "deeply evil." Find Leslie's podcast here and find his original tweetstorm here. Also, listen to the /Filmcast's original review of Black Panther here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding[...]

This week on the /Filmcast, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss how LED bias lighting and the Nebula Capsule projector can enhance your home viewing experience, question whether Liam Neeson should still be getting people killed, and recommend the Joel McHale Show. Be sure to read up on Black Panther and the Invention of Africa, Scott[...]

This week on the /Filmcast, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the scary future of digital manipulation and adjudicate a case of a director who doesn't want to finish making his own film. Also: Devindra forces the rest of the crew to watch The Villainess, but everyone agrees that it's no Gods of Egypt. Be sure[...]

Jeff, Devindra and Kristy join up to chat about Netflix's big Super Bowl surprise, The Cloverfield Paradox. And they finally get to explore the idyllic Italian countryside of Call Me By Your Name.  What We've Been Watching (04:16) Devindra: Counterpart, Have a Nice Day, Altered Carbon   Kristy: Peter Rabbit, Winchester Jeff: The Cloverfield Paradox,[...]

This week on the /Filmcast, David, Devindra, and Jeff welcome Kristy Puchko as a regular contributor and discuss a massive backlog of What We've Been Watching, including The Polka King, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Star Trek Discovery and Dave Chappelle's new specials. Be sure to read Vulture's piece on whether we should take Chappelle seriously,[...]

This week, David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by director Rian Johnson to discuss making Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Rian describes his initial pitch for the film, getting the offer to direct, the backlash to the film, and conceiving and executing the Holdo maneuver. Be sure to subscribe to the /Filmcast for more discussion[...]

This week on the /Filmcast, it’s all Black Mirror as David, Jeff, and Devindra analyze each episode of the show’s new season on Netflix. Special guest Kristy Puchko joins us from Pajiba. Be sure to read Vulture’s recap of Hang the DJ and Vice’s review of Black Museum, as well as how every episode is[...]

David and his fiancée dive into some of the biggest issues with The Last Jedi. For more discussion, listen to our initial review and our first post-mortem episode. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit[...]

This week on the /Filmcast, with Devindra at CES, David and Jeff are joined by David’s fiancee to discuss the Golden Globes and delve into the veracity of I, Tonya.  You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Top 10 post-mortem Golden[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff count down their top 10 films of 2017. Thanks for a great year, everyone. Be sure to read more about the state of the film industry (including the summer box office), and the original NYTimes and New Yorker pieces on Harvey Weinstein. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call[...]

This week on the /Filmcast, David, Jeff, and Devindra catch up on all they’ve been watching recently, discuss the shockingly good I, Tonya, praise the longevity of Terminator 2 on home video, and debate the merits of Alexander Payne’s Downsizing.  You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES[...]

In this spoiler-filled discussion of The Last Jedi, David, Devindra, and Jeff Cannata are joined by Lindsey Romain to discuss the polarizing reaction to the latest Star Wars film, and to dive into some of the more contentious plot points. Be sure to check out Jacob’s discussion of the film’s themes, an explanation of why Holdo’s move is kind of[...]

This week, David returns to the /Filmcast, along with Devindra, Jeff, and Peter, to discuss the new Rian Johnson film, Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Be sure to check out Slashfilm Daily at daily.slashfilm.com. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro Featured review:[...]

Devindra and Jeff team up with Kristy Puchko to figure out The Shape of Water. Also, they discuss Netflix’s Voyeur and Godless, and Jeff discovers the wonders of Toast of London. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro What We’ve Been Watching (03:30) Krist : Voyeur Jeff: Toast of[...]

Devindra and Jeff team up with Kristy Puchko to discuss Lady Bird. Also, they try to figure out if The Disaster Artist is any good, pontificate on the point of method acting, and consider what a Tarantino Star Trek would be like. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook![...]

Devindra and Jeff join up with Remezcla’s Vanessa Erazo to review Pixar’s Coco. Also, they chat about Spike Lee’s Netflix TV series, She’s Gotta Have It, and Paul Thomas Anderson’s The Phantom Thread. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro What We’ve Been Watching (00:50) Devindra: Lady[...]

Devindra and Jeff form a league of their own with Slashfilm’s Karen Han to review Justice League. They also chat about Mudbound, The Punisher and the continued downfall of the patriarchy. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro What We’ve Been Watching (01:45) Devindra: Mudbound, Three Billboards Outside[...]

David Chen returns for a brief pre-thanksgiving appearance and chats with his fiancée about what they’ve been watching recently. Thor: Ragnarok Killing of a Sacred Deer Murder on the Orient Express Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri LBJ You’re The Worst Nathan For You Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data[...]

Devindra and Jeff join up with Brad Oman (AKA Ethan Anderton) from Slashfilm to review Taika Waititi’s Thor: Ragnarok. They also chat about finishing Stranger Things 2, and the fallout from Disney’s blackout of LA Times’ reviewers. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro What We’ve Been[...]

Devindra and Jeff dive into Bone Tomahawk director S. Craig Zahler’s latest brutal genre mashup, Brawl in Cell Block 99. And they confront an important /Filmcourt entry: The case of a dog in the theater! You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro What We’ve Been Watching (01:10)[...]

While David takes a well-deserved break, Devindra and Jeff team up with Kristy Puchko to discuss Lore, Riverdale and Sean Baker’s knockout film, The Florida Project. Check out Kristy’s review of the film over at Riot Material. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro What[...]

This week, David, Jeff, and Devindra welcome Stephen Tobolowsky to discuss Happy Death Day and the brilliance of Jessica Rothe. Check out Stephen’s new book, My Adventures with God. Also, David goes on hiatus. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro What We’ve Been Watching (10:00)[...]

This week, David, Jeff, and Devindra welcome C. Robert Cargill to discuss Blade Runner 2049. Buy Cargill’s Sea of Rust on Amazon or wherever books are sold. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Intro A Ghost Story Contest Winners A note about Andy Signore and Harvey Weinstein Featured review: (17:00) Blade[...]

This week, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the tennis drama Battle of the Sexes, get amazed by Gerald’s Game, and praise the second season of Better Things. Special guest Lindsey Romain joins us for our review of American Made. Watch the “Papyrus” sketch on SNL. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES[...]

This week, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Netflix’s new Seinfeld special, debate whether Star Trek Discovery and CBS: All Access are a good deal, and praise Ken Burns and Lynn Novick’s Vietnam. Special guest Joanna Robinson joins us from Vanity Fair.  You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been[...]

This week, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss this year’s Emmy wins, ponder the commitment of American Vandal to the bit, and offer their interpretations of Darren Aronofsky’s mother!. Special guest Andy Signore joins us from Screen Junkies.  You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching Devindra:[...]

This week, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the challenges of seeing Hamilton, the sadness of The Orville, and wish they could see T2 in theaters without the 3D. Be sure to read Peter’s essay on getting into the Magic Castle and Devindra’s review of T2. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us[...]

Tune in for the thrilling conclusion to this year’s Summer Movie Wager. Thanks to Dennis for creating the Summer Movie Wager site this year and thanks to everyone for playing! Our sponsors this week are Sonos and Hello Fresh: Visit Sonos.com and use promo code Filmcast10 to get 10% off your order of $2500 or[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the brilliance of Ozark, the racial subtext of Good Time, and why AMC doesn’t want you to be disappointed with MoviePass. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching David: Good Time, Icarus, Ozark Devindra: Game of Thrones, The[...]

This week, we bring you two of our favorite reviews from the archives: Our reviews of Transformers: The Age of Extinction and Chappie. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Featured reviews: Transformers: The Age of Extinction SPOILERS (39:26) Chappie (58:55) SPOILERS (1:21:23) Credits Our[...]

With David out sick, Devindra and Jeff team up this week to chat about The Glass Castle, the latest film from Short Term 12 director Destin Daniel Cretton. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES  What We’ve Been Watching  Devindra (03:45): Annabelle: Creation, Tacoma, Hellbade: Senua’s Sacrifice Jeff (18:17): Game of[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Kathryn Bigelow’s newest film, Detroit. Be sure to check out Angelica Jade’s review, Jason Bailey’s review, and Zeba Blay’s review. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES  What We’ve Been Watching Slashfimcourt (31:30) Featured review: Detroit (44:10) SPOILERS (1:00:45) Credits Our sponsor[...]

David and Matt Singer from ScreenCrush review The Dark Tower. Then, Devindra and David discuss Bong Joon-Ho’s new film Okja. Be sure to check out Matt Singer’s review of The Dark Tower and Josh Spiegel’s review of The Dark Tower. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Featured[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra are joined by Britt Hayes from ScreenCrush to review Atomic Blonde. Check out Britt’s review of the film.  You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Featured Review Atomic Blonde (30:15) SPOILERS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the visual brilliance of Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, plus praise Netflix shows Friends from College and Ozark. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching Everyone: Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets Jeff: Friends from College, Ozark Featured Review[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss why Pandora Land was a historical accident, the hyper-specificity of Oh Hello, the disappointing Bad Batch, and the brilliance of Hasan Minaj’s Homecoming. Read Edgar Wright’s tribute to George Romero. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching Jeff: Oh Hello,[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the wonder of David Lowery’s A Ghost Story, the thrills of The Boy and the Beast, and the perils of fatherhood while hosting a film podcast. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (07:50) David: Con of Thrones,[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss HBO’s season of comedy television, Netflix’s new wrestling series Glow, and where Bloodline went wrong. To enter our Fate of the Furious contest, just email a screencap of your iTunes review to us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com with “Fate Contest” in the subject line by Friday night. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Michael Bay’s latest, Transformers: The Last Knight. Paul Scheer joins us from How Did This Get Made. Did you enjoy this review? If so, consider donating to our Slashformers Gofundme page. We’ll be taking donations through July. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the ephemeral pleasures of The Trip to Italy, and Devindra and Jeff report back from E3. Check out David Chen’s new short film, Doctor B. Want to help us review Transformers: The Last Knight? Donate to our Slashformers Gofundme page. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also,[...]

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the pleasures of Personal Shopper, and why House of Cards isn’t super fun anymore. Want to help us review Transformers: The Last Knight? Donate to our Slashformers Gofundme page. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Follow-up (0:30) What We’ve Been Watching (24:00) David:[...]

David, Jeff, Devindra, and Hoai-Tran Bui discuss Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman, and why she’s the superhero we wanted Man of Steel to be. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Featured Review (6:00) Wonder Woman SPOILERS (44:30) After Dark (1:24:16) Credits Our sponsor this week is Hello Fresh.[...]

David, Jeff, and Brad discuss Evan Katz’s sophomore film Small Crimes, the riveting third season of Bloodline, and the disappointing 5-25-77. Learn more about the terrible continuity of the Pirates franchise. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (7:53) David: SIFF Jury, Small Crimes[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff delve into the new Twin Peaks and get impressed by the Seattle International Film Festival’s 2017 program. Also: Come see Stephen Tobolowsky and David Chen live this Sunday, May 28th! Details here. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (3:30) David:[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff re-affirm that Doug Liman’s still got “it,” debate the merits of naming your child Kylo, and praise the new season of Master of None. Be sure to read how Matt Zoller Seitz inspired this week’s Leftovers. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Hoai-Tran Bui to discuss Nacho Vigalondo’s new film, Colossal. In the After Dark, Devindra and David chat about Lost City of Z, The Circle, and immersive VR experiences. Learn more about the Born Sexy Yesterday trope. SHOWNOTES Featured Review (0:30) Colossal (08:15) SPOILERS After Dark (40:30) Credits Our sponsor this week is[...]

It’s that time of year again — the Summer movie season is upon us. And the /Filmcast team have once again gathered to compete in the 2017 Summer Movie Wager. This is the eleventh annual edition of this game. Wager your own selections for the top 10 grossing films of the summer by going to http://www.thesummermoviewager.com and[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff dispute the greatness of American Gods, praise the brilliance of Dear White People, and wonder whether David is a sociopath for forcing everyone to watch Gods of Egypt. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (1:30) Devindra: Handmaid’s Tale, American Gods, Dear White[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff remember the work of Jonathan Demme, get psyched for the comeback of M. Night Shyamalan, and discuss what it’s like to have a Ratatouille moment. In the After Dark, Dave and Jeff discuss the art of Las Vegas magic. Be sure to check out Hans Zimmer’s Coachella set. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and[...]

In this bonus episode, Jeff, David, and Devindra discuss Makoto Shinkai’s new hit film, Your Name. Then, in the After Dark, they discuss how reality has outpaced art, and what is up with Scriptbook’s analysis of Fences. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff are joined by Ben Pearson to discuss The Fate of the Furious, and what makes a good Fast and Furious movie these days. Be sure to check out Ben’s article ranking the most ridiculous moments in the series. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Featured[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the Academy’s new rules about documentaries, whether someone can be guilty of drive-by spoiling, and why the plot of The Fugitive makes no sense. Read up on why The Fugitive is great. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (7:30) Devindra: Your[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the shocking horror film Raw and the brilliance of Big Little Lies. Also, new /Film writer Hoai-Tran Bui joins us to discuss Ghost in the Shell. FYI: Our review next week will be Netflix’s The Discovery. Be sure to read Jeff Yang’s hypothetical low-budget Ghost in the Shell, Vulture’s review of Ghost in the Shell, and[...]

David and Devindra go Jeff-less this week and discuss the prospect of a new season of True Detective, plus they share some disappointment over the new Dave Chappelle comedy specials. We’re giving away a Blu-Ray of Silence! To enter our Silence contest, email slashfilmcast(at)gmail(dot)com with the subject line “Silence Blu-Ray Contest” and tell us about your most religious movie experience. You can[...]

With Dave on vacation, Devindra and Jeff review the sequel we didn’t know we needed, T2 Trainspotting. They also chat about this year’s SXSW, the prospect of new Matrix films, and the downsides of good shows on streaming platforms nobody is subscribing to (looking at you, CBS). You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail[...]

David, Jeff, and Brad discuss the latest mega monster film in theaters, Kong: Skull Island. Then in the After Dark, we discuss listener recommendations for TV shows, talk Nintendo Switch, go over your Logan feedback, and figure out what a money horse really is. Note: This episode is publishing early, which means there won’t be a /Filmcast episode next week.[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the underappreciated Cop Land, the hilarity of Catastrophe, and what to do when you’re at a party and they put on a movie in the wrong aspect ratio. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Follow-up (1:00) Behind-the-scenes at the Oscars Letting[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss Macon Blair’s impressive directorial debut, get pleasantly tickled by The Tickle King, and try to figure out WTF happened during the craziest Oscars moment ever. Be sure to read Harris’s take on the Oscars, and her review of Get Out. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss proper theater etiquette during movie credits, praise the portrayal of adolescence in Edge of Seventeen, and get awed by the performative brilliance of Sneaky Pete. Be sure to read up on fake news websites launched by A Cure for Wellness. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the inspiring short film The White Helmets, the surprisingly good Riverdale, the disappointing Santa Clarita Diet, and the visually spectacular Legion. Be sure to see Louis CK on dancing as a profession, and David’s thoughts on Six Feet Under’s ending. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook![...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the joy of Lego Batman and the surreal experience of watching the Super Bowl this year. Also, Peter Sciretta joins us to discuss the title for Star Wars: Episode VIII. Be sure to check out the Nerd Crew’s analysis of the new Star Wars title. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also,[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss their reactions to the Oscar nominations, praise Jeff Nichols’ new film Loving, and recommend the absurd and zany Baskets. Also, check out Kyle Hillinger’s new film project here, see Jon Stewart’s takedown CNN’s tendency to leave it there, and watch John McTiernan’s latest video. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss M. Night Shyamalan’s latest. In the After Dark, we talk about top 10 lists, the fate of Twitter, and the psychological toll of Twitter. Read more about why Twitter is a mall and why Lindy West left Twitter. Also, we’re launching a Slack experiment! If you want to join our Slack, go to slackfilmcast.com and sign up. You[...]

David and Devindra discuss why xXx: The Return of Xander Cage is so bad it’s good, and why it’s what we need at this moment in our moviegoing lives. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss how much David doesn’t get Jim Jarmusch and get disappointed by The Girl on the Train. Then in the After Dark, Devindra gives a preview of the Nintendo Switch and Jeff and David discuss your (lengthy) feedback to our Silence episode. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff reflect on 400 episodes of the /Filmcast, discuss the Golden Globes, and also reflect on how the television format is changing. Be sure to read about the relevance of Children of Men as well as Jen Yamato’s review of Silence. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the top 10 films of 2016. What were the biggest movie trends of the year? Which movies broke through the noise? Which movies disappointed? Tune in to find out. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Devindra’s Top 10 1. Moonlight 2. La[...]

Children of Men is 10 years old, and yet it seems more relevant than ever. In this bonus episode, Devindra chats with Anthony Ha, senior editor at TechCrunch, and Dwayne De Freitas, co-host of The Drill Down podcast, about the film’s themes and lasting impact. And perhaps we’ll figure out how to find hope in a[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss a good gaslighting double feature, give a shout out to the new Sense8 Christmas Special, praise Natalie Portman’s performance in Jackie, aren’t too excited about Ben Affleck’s latest, and wonder how David could’ve not loved Hell or High Water. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff are joined by Peter Sciretta to spoil Rogue One extensively. They discuss the film’s ending, speculate on the film’s reshoots, and get taken aback by some of the film’s horrible (and wonderful) visual effects. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Credits Our sponsor this[...]

David Chen and Matt Singer from ScreenCrush review/spoil/take down the vile and morally reprehensible film, Collateral Beauty. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

David, Devindra and Jeff do a double review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (without spoilers) and La La Land (with spoilers), discuss the new Fast and Furious title, the awful Criterion art for the Before series, and what to do on an airplane when you’re watching explicit material on your video screen. Be sure to read up on why watching things[...]

Devindra chats with Angie Han about Barry Jenkins’ moving film, Moonlight. Be sure to also check out The Next Picture Show discussion about the film. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Featured Review Moonlight SPOILERS (19:26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss Netflix’s new offline capabilities, the genre thrills of Train to Busan, and what happens when people follow you to your car after a movie. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (01:30) David: Pervert Park Devindra: Train To[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss what to do when you’re assaulted with nacho cheese at the movie theater, and why Brad Pitt’s latest might be worthy of your attention. Be sure to read up about The Handmaiden and its subversive nature. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss new films by Paul Verhoeven, Tom Ford, and Kenneth Longergan. Also, Angie Han joins us to discuss Park Chan-Wook’s newest film, The Handmaiden. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Slashfilmcourt (4:00) What We’ve Been Watching (10:45) David: Nocturnal Animals, Manchester By The[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the results of the 2016 U.S. Presidential election, then use their remaining emotional energy to try to review movies like Sing Street, Tickled, and Arrival. Read about what history tells us about Brexit/Trump as well as the female vote from this election. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss a slew of indie/foreign films out in theaters this week, as well as the brilliance of Amazon’s Goliath. Also, Mikey Neumann from Movies With Mikey to discuss Doctor Strange, the Marvel formula, and the whitewashing controversy around the film. Be sure to read Scott Derrickson’s interview with Jen Yamato. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com,[...]

David and Jeff have an in-depth conversation with director Dan Trachtenberg about his episode of Black Mirror, “Playtest.” You can watch Playtest on Netflix now.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

David, Devindra and Jeff dive deep into the the third season of Black Mirror. Tune in for an overview of the season, followed by an episode-by-episode breakdown. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Featured Review Black Mirror: Season 3 (23:29) SPOILERS and episode-by-episode breakdown Credits Our sponsor[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss Neill Blomkamp’s newest short film, and discuss the ethics of buying more reserved seats at the movie theater than you’re going to use. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (02:00) David: The Escape Jeff: Doctor Strange Slashfilmcourt[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss Christopher Guest’s disappointing new film and suggest ways to be less creepy when going to family films by yourself. Also, read more about the strange case of Anna Stubblefield. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (06:38) David:[...]

David and Devindra tussle over the journalistic merits of Netflix’s Amanda Knox while Jeff reviews HBO’s fall line-up and impugns David’s television tastes. You can watch David’s video review of Birth of a Nation, and read up on the controversy behind The Birth of a Nation, as well as the recent controversy within the film community itself. You can always e-mail[...]

David Chen, Jeff Cannata, Peter Sciretta, and Germain Lussier reconvene to discuss the results of their 2016 box office summer movie wager results. Did Peter take it all by betting his money on Finding Dory over Captain America: Civil War? Below, you’ll find the actual box office rankings for this summer, as well as Dave, Jeff, Peter, and[...]

David, Devindra and Jeff discuss the brilliance of Sia in concert, the intensity of The Wailing, the greatness of Luke Cage, and the hilarity of Son of Zorn. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (1:00) David:  Frontline: The Choice, Sia, High Maintenance, Westworld[...]

In this episode, David, Jeff, and Devindra reunite to discuss what happens when you break a blood oath to watch The Force Awakens with a loved one, praise the brilliance of OJ Simpson: Made in America, and get moderately excited about the debuts of High Maintenance and Easy. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at[...]

In this episode, David and Devindra are joined by Matt Singer from ScreenCrush to discuss Matt’s favorite (and least favorite) films of the Toronto International Film Festival. Also, Devindra shares thoughts on Snowden and Atlanta. Be sure to read Britt Hayes’ interview with Adam Wingard and Matt’s review of Blair Witch.  You can always e-mail us[...]

David and Jeff discuss what to do about “crybaby screenings”, the documentarian brilliance of Anthony Giacchino, the disappointing Equity, and the brilliance of FX’s new comedy lineup. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Slashfilmcourt (6:45) What We’ve Been Watching (32:00) Jeff: Atlanta, Better Things, The[...]

David and Devindra go Jeff-less for this week’s episode (Congratulations, Jeff!), and discuss Mike Birbiglia’s latest film, as well as if/how to confront parents with rowdy kids in a movie theater. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Slashfilmcourt (4:30) What We’ve Been Watching (13:00) David:[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the wastefulness of movie theater popcorn, the joys of Sing Street, and the underwhelming nature of Morgan. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Slashfilmcourt (1:45) What We’ve Been Watching (22:00) David: Morgan Devindra: Movies with Mikey Jeff: Sing Street[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the first season of HBO’s compelling procedural drama, The Night Of. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss arbitrary theater bans, whether or not it’s okay to urinate inside a theater, the genius of Tony Robbins, and the visual brilliance of The Get Down. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Cinema Confession (10:00) What We’ve Been Watching (22:20)[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the controversy around Wonder Woman, the brilliance of this summer’s indie films, and David recaps this weekend’s major releases. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Weekly Movie Dilemma (2:30) What We’ve Been Watching (14:15) David: Sausage Party, Hell or High[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Vince Mancini from FilmDrunk to discuss the newest Warner Brothers/DC Comics film written and directed by David Ayer. Be sure to read Vince’s review, Mike Ryan’s review, Angie’s Review, and Walter Chaw’s review, as well as Owen’s reflections on Frozen. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff and Angie Han discuss the new Bourne film and do an in-depth spoiler-filled review of Stranger Things. Be sure to read up on the answer to all your Stranger Things questions and Sean Burns’ review of Jason Bourne. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Featured[...]

David, Peter, and Brad from slashfilm.com discuss Comic-Con 2016, giving their take on their favorite panels, most memorable moments, and the best footage shown. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Credits If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. Contact us at[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Matt Singer from ScreenCrush to discuss the latest Star Trek film. Be sure to read Matt’s review of the film.  You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES Featured Review (08:00) Star Trek SPOILERS (27:00) After Dark (1:08:30) Credits Our music sometimes comes[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Joanna Robinson from Vanity Fair to discuss the new Ghostbusters. Also: David sees Fellowship of the Ring with a live orchestra, and Jeff and Devindra chat up Stranger Things. Be sure to read up on Peter’s disappointment with Ghostbusters, Matt Zoller Seitz’s review of Ghostbusters’ themes, and watch the Amy Schumer sketch featuring[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Britt Hayes from ScreenCrush to discuss Nicholas Winding Refn’s latest film The Neon Demon. Also, Peter Sciretta joins us to talk about Ghostbusters and review Batman v Superman: Ultimate Edition. Be sure to read up on Jacob Hall’s interview with Refn, Peter Sciretta’s Neon Demon explainer, and Britt Hayes’ review of Neon Demon.  You can always e-mail[...]

David, Devindra, Jeff and Brad Oman (AKA Ethan Anderton) discuss Steven Spielberg’s latest, marvel at the insanity of Gods of Egypt, salute the solid genre thrills of The Purge: Election Year, and get dazzled by the new Ghostbusters: Dimension VR experience. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the relative awfulness of the new Ghostbusters theme song, and the implications of double-dipping in the blu-ray age. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! SHOWNOTES What We’ve Been Watching (5:30) David: The Wave, The Brothers Grimsby, Steve Jobs Commentary Jeff: VR video content[...]

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the problematic ramifications of the world of Finding Dory, remember their favorite roles of Anton Yelchin, and run down some of the most exciting reveals of this year’s E3. Be sure to read Amy Nicholson’s review of Finding Dory as well as the one thing that bothered David about the film. You can always e-mail[...]

David, Devindra, and Russ Fischer discuss James Wan’s The Conjuring 2. In the After Dark, they discuss the AI-scripted film, Sunspring and list their most anticipated films of the summer. Then, in an impromptu After After Dark, Oscar Sharp and Ross Goodwin, the creators of Sunspring, join the conversation! You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and[...]

Jeff and Angie Han discuss Duncan Jones’ newest film, Warcraft. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, like us on Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy