Now This is Podcasting

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Three friends discussing films in several different formants ranging from hour long reviews, multi part deep dives, commentaries, reviews of films on opening weekends and quick dip 30 minute reviews.

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Now This is Podcasting episodes:

01.17.2023
Banshees of Inisherin Review: Farcical Fiddler Flings Fingers at Friend
Banshees of Inisherin was directed by Martin McDonagh and won a Golden Globe for Best Comedy. Colin Farrell also won a Golden Globe for Best Comedy Actor for his performance. While the film is full of well executed humor, it is the...
12.05.2022
Goodnight Mommy (2014) Review: Scary Good
Goodnight Mommy is an Austrian film directed by Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz. This film takes on very interesting perspective changes as it keeps you moving through its ominous and creepy tone. While this is a horror film, it has...
11.04.2022
The Descent Review: Scary Bad
The Descent was released in 2005 and was directed by Neil Marshall. This movie was dedicated to his dog that passed during filming and we don't thing the dog would be proud. For a film that follows a group of...
11.04.2022
The Bad Seed (1956) Review: Bad Horror but Lots of Laughs
The Bad Seed was released 1956 and is an adaptation of a stage play by the same name. Many of the actors from the stage play even reprise their roles in the film. The film discusses the merits of nature...
10.10.2022
In Bruges Review: Dwarf Wars in Purgatory
In Bruges was released in 2008 and was written and directed by Martin McDonagh (Seven Psychopaths, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri). In Bruges is a fantastic black comedy with a surprising amount of depth and nuance. Costars Brendan Gleeson and...
08.01.2022
Requiem for a Dream Review: The Movie you Only Want to See Once
Requiem is one of Darren Aronofsky's early films a depict the lives of four drug addicts and their spiral into oblivion. While we think this film is valuable and gives the audience a powerful perspective of addiction it's probably not...
07.17.2022
Noah Review: Aronofsky’s Controversial Adaptation
Noah was released in 2014 and was directed by Darren Aronofsky. This director has tackled biblical stories in other films but in Noah he goes full Bible with his own unique take on the story of the great flood. This...
07.03.2022
Memoria Review: Guided Meditation
Memoria was directed by Apichatpong (Joe) Weerasethakul and was released in theaters in 2021 and will never be released in any other medium or streaming on any service. Memoria is a guided meditative experience where the narrative is loosely defined....
06.20.2022
Top Gun Compare and Contrast Part 2: Cluttered Ending or Epic Finish?
We're back to close out our review if Top Gun and Top Gun Maverick, we'll be discussing the ending and some fun facts surrounding the directors of each film. Thanks for joining us on this two part review. If you want...
06.13.2022
Top Gun Compare and Contrast Part 1: Soulless Remake or Movie of the Year?
Top Gun was released in 1986 and its long awaited sequel, Top Gun Maverick is finally here. Join us for part one of our compare and contrast conversation about these two films separated by 30 years. Opinions vary greatly so...
05.28.2022
Fresh: Does This Movie Subvert Expectations?
Fresh was directed by Mimi Cave and was written by Lauryn Kahn. You can find this film on Hulu and it's certainly worth a watch despite it not being the social commentary it tried to be. This is a fine...
05.28.2022
Happening: A Micro Story About a Macro Issue
Happening was directed by Audrey Diwan and tells the story of a young women named Anne who is dealing with an unwanted pregnancy in 1960's France. This is a very personal story that tackles a major issue. This is a...
05.23.2022
Men (Bonus Episode): Did We Even Watch the Same Movie?
In this episode we'll look at reviews, articles and comments from the director himself and weigh in on these comments and determine if we even watched the same movie. Music by Lara's Horror Sounds YouTube Page Link: https://www.youtube.com/c/LARASHORROR... Music Used Link:...
05.23.2022
Men Review: MANSPLAINED!?!?
Men was directed and written by Alex Garland and is the story of a women escaping to the English country side after a traumatic event. Is this a film about a women's trauma? Is it about toxic masculinity? Or is...
05.14.2022
Hatching: Imminently Ok
Hatching is a Finnish horror film directed by Hanna Bergholm. This film follows the story of a young girl who can never do anything right in her mothers eyes. But something dark has joined the family and it will change...
05.14.2022
We’re All Going to the Worlds Fair Part 2 Review: The Paranormal and Mete Discussion
One episode wasn't enough for us. We needed to discuss this fantastic film further. This episode will dive deeper into what this film means and a discussion surrounding it's importance and the internet in general.
05.14.2022
We’re All Going to the Worlds Fair Part 1 Review: Losing Yourself Online
"We're all Going to the Worlds Fair" was directed by Jane Schoenbrun and is a masterful depiction of the internet horror culture. It will grab you with its characters and linger with you. This is not a standard horror film...
04.30.2022
Drive My Car Review: Three Hours of Fun
Drive my car was directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi and is based on a short story by the same name. This film won the 2022 Oscar for best international film. While duration of this film might turn many off to it,...
04.25.2022
The Northman: SPOILER FREE REVIEW
The Northman is directed by Robert Eggers, the creative mind behind the Witch and the Lighthouse. While the Northman doesn't reach the meditative and psychological peaks of it's predecessors, it is a well made film with a great cast.
04.16.2022
Belfast Review: An Ode to the Hometown
Belfast was directed by Kenneth Branagh and was a 2022 best picture nominee. This is a sweet little film surrounded by a serious event told through the eyes of a child. This film feels very personal to Branagh, as if...
04.15.2022
Licorice Pizza Review: A Poorly Executed Love Story
Licorice Pizza was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and start Alana Haim and Copper Hoffman. Licorice Pizza was a best picture nominee and we don't understand why. In this episode we'll discuss the motivation of the characters, their odd relationship...
04.04.2022
Everything Everywhere all at Once: SPOILER FREE REVIEW
Everything Everywhere all at Once was written and directed by the Daniels. Their previous work includes "Swiss Army Man" and the "Turn Down for What" music video. This film is part family drama, syfy spectacle, surreal journey and action thriller....
03.26.2022
A Ghost Story Review and Analysis
A Ghost Story was written, directed and funded by David Lowery. Released in 2017, this film follows the incorporeal journey traveling through time. We discovery the cyclical nature of time and the ghost discovers new aspects of himself. Don't let...
03.24.2022
Turning Red Review: Over Analyzing Pixar
Turning Red is Pixar's newest film and is directed by Domee Shi. Is this only a story about a girl coming of age or is it much more? Join us as we over analyze this film and discuss some of...
03.19.2022
The Worst Person in the World: The Best Movie in the World?
The Worst Person in the World is a Norwegian film directed by Joachim Trier. This film won awards at the Cannes Film Festival and has been nominated for an Oscar. This film is a delightful slice of life, filled with...
03.12.2022
The Power of the Dog: Is it Worth 12 Oscars?
The Power of the Dog was released at the tail end of 2021 and received 12 Academy Award nominations. Is this story important? Is it worth 12 nominations? Or is it bogged down by bad editing and uninteresting characters? We'll...
03.06.2022
Macbeth: Compare and Contrast Part 2
In this episode we'll dive into the differences in aesthetic, score, and scenes between the 2021 and 2015 retelling of Macbeth. Get ready for fireworks because Connor and Calvin agree on almost nothing, did we even watch the same movie?...
02.26.2022
Macbeth: Compare and Contrast Part 1
In this episode we'll be comparing the Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) to the 2015 version of Macbeth staring Fassbender. Both of these films tell the same classic story but in very different ways. This episode will cover the differences in...
02.19.2022
Borgman Review: Part 2
Welcome to part 2 of our review and discussion of Borgman. In this section we'll discuss theories, who is Borgman, what is Borgman and what is the massage of this movie. Spoiler alert, we don't really know. There is so...
02.12.2022
Borgman Review: Part 1
Borgman was directed by Alex van Warmerdam and released in 2013. This may be the single strangest film we've reviewed so far. Its hard to pin down the message of this film but we'll do our best. In part one...
02.09.2022
Ready Player One (Movie) Review: Cinema as Escape
Ready Player One was released in 2018 and was directed by Steven Spielberg. If you long for nostalgia and the opportunity to see your favorite video game, television, movie and comic book characters crowding a screen then Ready Player One...
02.05.2022
Book Club: Ready Player Two Part 2 (Ft. Dad By Day Gamer By Night)
Welcome to part two of our discussion and the conclusion of Ready Player Two. We'll cover the challenges and ending of this book. What works in this book, what doesn't and what things would we have changed. Spoiler alert, almost...
02.02.2022
Book Club: Ready Player Two Part 1 (Ft. Dad By Day Gamer By Night)
Ready Player Two was written by Ernest Cline and is the sequel to his undeservingly well received Ready Player One. Though we were able to find some bright spots in this book it suffers from all the same problems as...
01.30.2022
Don’t Look Up Review: It Feels too Real
Don't Look Up was directed by Adam McKay who is known for political comedies like Vice (2018) and The Big Short (2015) as well as straight forward comedies such as The Other Guys (2010) and Anchorman (2004). The wacky premise...
01.26.2022
Inside Out: Review and Discussion
Inside Out was released in 2015 and saw major success in the box office. In this episode we'll be discussing what worked and what didn't work in this film. This grew from more of a review and into a discussion...
01.23.2022
Tenet Review: A Guided Tour Through Spectacle
Tenet is directed by Christopher Nolan and did not save cinema. The film was released in September of 2020 and met a mediocre reception in theaters because it was put out in the worst time possible and not because it's...
01.19.2022
One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest Review: Danny DeVito is in This Movie!
One Flew Over the Cuckoos nest is considered an all time classic. Both the film and the novel appear in must read or must watch lists across the internet. Jack Nicholson and Louise Fletcher give amazing performances that really make...
01.15.2022
Edge of Tomorrow Review: Or is it Live. Die. Repeat?
Edge of Tomorrow hit theaters in 2014 and stars Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt. This Ground Hog Day action packed syfy film was directed by Doug Liman and it's engaging from start to finish. For a big budget science fiction...
01.12.2022
NTIP Quick Dip: Casablanca Review
Casablanca was released in 1943 and is considered a classic of cinema. Some of the most referenced scenes and lines exist in this film. In this episode we'll cover the good and bad of Casablanca and try to understand what...
01.08.2022
Book Club: Ready Player One Part 2
Welcome to part two and the conclusion of our discussion on Ready Player One. We will cover the various challenges the High Five must go through and discuss the themes and meaning of this book. Also, who is this book...
01.06.2022
Book Club: Ready Player One Part 1
Before Ready Player One was block buster in theaters it was a book written by Ernest Cline and Published in 2011. In part one of our discussion we'll cover the world of Ready Player One, Cline's writing style and the...
01.01.2022
Jojo Rabbit Review: A Laugh a Minute Until it’s Not
This film was directed by Taika Waititi and was released in 2019. Jojo Rabbit is the Nazi comedy you've been waiting for! This satirical look at WWII Germany delivers an important and dark story while still remaining palatable to a...
12.29.2021
Incendies Review: Neatly Wrapped Chaos
We're back with another Denis Villeneuve film which was suggested by a fan. This is a French speaking film that is an absolutely wild ride and will keep you engaged from start to finish. Denis bring a Middle East family...
12.25.2021
NTIP Quick Dip: Krampus Review
Krampus was released in 2015 and was the first feature length film for director Michael Dougherty, now known for the 2021 iteration of Godzilla vs Kong. Krampus is the best mix of Christmas spirit, comedy and horror you can find....
12.21.2021
Cineventure!: Spider-Man No Way Home Review
The web slinger is back in another Marvel spectacle. If you have been tracking the MCU or are just interested in a fun time at the theater this is the movie for you. We had fun with it and hope...
12.18.2021
Cineventure!: Nightmare Alley Review
Nightmare Alley is Guillermo del Toro's newest film. This carnival noir features Cate Blanchett over acting and Bradley Cooper in his most miss cast roll. Watch it if you have to, Spiderman also came out this weekend so we don't...
12.16.2021
Pan‘s Labyrinth Review: Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of our Pan's Labyrinth review. In this section we'll dive deeper into characters like the Faun, Ofelia, Vidal and Mercedes and how they operate within the film. We'll also discuss how the fairytale is works in...
12.10.2021
Pan‘s Labyrinth Review: Part 1
Pan's Labyrinth may be director Guilermo del Toro's most well know film. Released in 2006, this Spanish speaking fantasy follows a young girl named Ofelia and her adventures through a dark fantasy set in fascist Spain. In Part 1 we'll...
12.07.2021
NTIP Quick Dip: Cronos Review
Cronos was released in 1993 and is director Gurimo del Toro's first feature length film. Cronos is oddly vague and unimaginative with it's camera work but for a first attempt it is serviceable. del Toro is a unique director and...
12.04.2021
NTIP Quick Dip: The Shawshank Redemption Review
The Shawshank Redemption is directed by Frank Darabont and is an adaptation of the Stephen King novel by the same name. Shawshank is a film that has existed as a Hollywood classic seeming since its release in 1994, but what...

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Now This is Podcasting episodes:

Banshees of Inisherin Review: Farcical Fiddler Flings Fingers at Friend

Goodnight Mommy (2014) Review: Scary Good

The Descent Review: Scary Bad

The Bad Seed (1956) Review: Bad Horror but Lots of Laughs

In Bruges Review: Dwarf Wars in Purgatory

Requiem for a Dream Review: The Movie you Only Want to See Once

Noah Review: Aronofsky’s Controversial Adaptation

Memoria Review: Guided Meditation

Top Gun Compare and Contrast Part 2: Cluttered Ending or Epic Finish?

Top Gun Compare and Contrast Part 1: Soulless Remake or Movie of the Year?

Fresh: Does This Movie Subvert Expectations?

Happening: A Micro Story About a Macro Issue

Men (Bonus Episode): Did We Even Watch the Same Movie?

Men Review: MANSPLAINED!?!?

Hatching: Imminently Ok

We’re All Going to the Worlds Fair Part 2 Review: The Paranormal and Mete Discussion

We’re All Going to the Worlds Fair Part 1 Review: Losing Yourself Online

Drive My Car Review: Three Hours of Fun

The Northman: SPOILER FREE REVIEW

Belfast Review: An Ode to the Hometown

Licorice Pizza Review: A Poorly Executed Love Story

Everything Everywhere all at Once: SPOILER FREE REVIEW

A Ghost Story Review and Analysis

Turning Red Review: Over Analyzing Pixar

The Worst Person in the World: The Best Movie in the World?

The Power of the Dog: Is it Worth 12 Oscars?

Macbeth: Compare and Contrast Part 2

Macbeth: Compare and Contrast Part 1

Borgman Review: Part 2

Borgman Review: Part 1

Ready Player One (Movie) Review: Cinema as Escape

Book Club: Ready Player Two Part 2 (Ft. Dad By Day Gamer By Night)

Book Club: Ready Player Two Part 1 (Ft. Dad By Day Gamer By Night)

Don’t Look Up Review: It Feels too Real

Inside Out: Review and Discussion

Tenet Review: A Guided Tour Through Spectacle

One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest Review: Danny DeVito is in This Movie!

Edge of Tomorrow Review: Or is it Live. Die. Repeat?

NTIP Quick Dip: Casablanca Review

Book Club: Ready Player One Part 2

Book Club: Ready Player One Part 1

Jojo Rabbit Review: A Laugh a Minute Until it’s Not

Incendies Review: Neatly Wrapped Chaos

NTIP Quick Dip: Krampus Review

Cineventure!: Spider-Man No Way Home Review

Cineventure!: Nightmare Alley Review

Pan‘s Labyrinth Review: Part 2

Pan‘s Labyrinth Review: Part 1

NTIP Quick Dip: Cronos Review

NTIP Quick Dip: The Shawshank Redemption Review