In this episode, Michael and Tassoula bring it as they review THE WRESTLER and REVOLUTIONARY ROAD. And in the Last Five, they both have something to say about Clint Eastwood's latest flick. The breakdown is as follows: 00:32 THE WRESTLER Discussion 23:58 To Sum It Up 24:54 REVOLUTIONARY ROAD Discussion 45:06 To Sum It Up 45:35 The Last Five 1:03:53 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula age rapidly while recounting the 166 minutes of their life given to viewing THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON. In the Last Five, Michael remembers the magic of Marylin Monroe, while Tassoula gets snowed in with holiday hits. In addition, the hosts respond to a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Discussion - Part 1 17:17 THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Discussion - Part 2 33:20 To Sum It Up 34:18 The Last Five 49:02 Listener Last Five (Aaron in Washington, DC) 1:03:07 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula rewind the year in independent film as they reveal their picks for the Spirit Awards. Plus, the duo catch up on some of their mail in an extended Listener Last Five segment. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Spirit Award Nominations Discussion 19:29 Listener Last Fives® (Dave in Huntington Beach and Glenn in Stoughton) 36:09 Listener Last Five® (Jordan in South Bend) 48:05 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula differ in their degrees of praise for MILK. In the Last Five, Michael excitedly travels to the slums of India, while Tassoula takes a lengthy trip through Australia. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 MILK Discussion - Part 1 18:04 MILK Discussion - Part 2 Break 32:58 To Sum It Up 33:34 The Last Five® 1:02:52 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Tassoula looks back on the first ten episodes of Cinebanter, which aired between July and December of 2006. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Episode 1: Finding our voice 02:08 Episode 2: Boy/girl banter about THE BREAK UP 07:17 Episode 3: Introducing Average Matt 10:24 Episode 4: Our first fight 17:49 Episode 5: Decoding (or not) a foreign indie 19:26 Episode 6: The one with the bird 24:27 Episode 7: Gender differences 33:35 Episode 8: About a girl 39:25 Episode 9: Tassoula's Beatle confession 40:59 Episode 10: Sarah Silverman, boys? Really? 46:07 Outtake reel: Shows 1 - 10

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula compliment Clint Eastwood on his remarkable recreation of 1929 LA in their review of CHANGELING. In the Last Five, Michael gets a sneak peek at the new Michelle Williams flick, while Tassoula registers disappointment over a well-liked indie. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 CHANGELING Discussion - Part One 16:12 CHANGELING Discussion - Part Two 33:12 To Sum It Up 33:58 The Last Five® 1:03:16 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula walk down the aisle of disagreement in their review of RACHEL GETTING MARRIED. In the Last Five, Michael repeats his distaste for the latest Spike Lee film, while Tassoula discovers a psychological thriller that she wants everyone to see. The hosts also announce what they'll see for their November 10 show (hint: there's some Oscar buzz surrounding it). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 RACHEL GETTING MARRIED Discussion - Part 1 18:17 RACHEL GETTING MARRIED Discussion - Part 2 33:07 To Sum It Up 33:37 The Last Five 48:56 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula judge not lest ye be judged in their review of RELIGULOUS. In the Last Five, Michael registers disappointment in Spike Lee's latest flick, while Tassoula's list is influenced by a recent book she read. They also respond to a Listener Last Five and announce the film they'll review on their October 27 show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 RELIGULOUS Discussion 27:42 To Sum It Up 28:24 The Last Five 46:51 Listener Last Five (12-year-old Charlie)• 54:28 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula troubleshoot their problems with BURN AFTER READING. In the Last Five, Michael overcomes one of his embarrassing indie oversights, while Tassoula's trip to a cinema finds her in Michael's birthplace. They also provide an update on their current TV obsessions, and announce the film they'll see for show #61 (hint: it's a documentary). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BURN AFTER READING Discussion 22:19 To Sum It Up 22:44 The Last Five 49:15 Fall TV Update/Show Notes 1:02:40 Credits and Outtake 1:03:20 Post-show note from Tassoula

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula sing the praises of Courtney Hunt's debut drama FROZEN RIVER. They also deliver their Last Five, respond to two vastly different Listener Last Fives and announce what film they chose for their next episode. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 FROZEN RIVER DISCUSSION 26:10 To Sum It Up 26:48 The Last Five 41:31 Listener Last Fives (Jordan and Branden) 1:02:36 Show Notes1:03:10 Credits and Outtakes