Double Bill Chill

This week we are covering one of Spike's favorite films, Yorgas Lanthimos' "The Lobster." We discuss the development of this film with writer, Efthymis Fillipou, and the early casting choices that didn't work out. We also discuss the production of the film with the excellent cast starring in this film. We then hop into the film itself, and talk about all the things we love about this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills.

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Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week, we discuss the Neo-Nazi siege film, "Green Room." We discuss director, Jeremy Saulnier's career up to this point and how it fits into what A24 was doing at the time. We also discuss the making of the film in Portland, and how this all came together. We then dive into the plot of the film and discuss everything we love about this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills! 

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Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week we continue our A24 themed season with Alex Garland's first directed feature: Ex Machina. We start off by talking about the film within the context of our season and covering the production of this film. After the background, we have a lively discussion of the plot and themes. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills.

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Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill

Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week we kick off our A24 season with the first big financial success for the distributor, "Spring Breakers." We discuss the early days of A24 and its beginnings. We then dive into this movie by discussing Harmony Korine's writing and directing work and the production of this film. We then cover the story and experience of the film by discussing the plot. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills!

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Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill

Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week we are recapping our Paul Thomas Anderseason with a short discussion followed by our futile attempt at ranking these masterworks. We also tease the next season coming in a couple weeks. 

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Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This episode is our finale of the Paul Thomas Anderseason, since we already covered "One Battle After Another" earlier in the year. In this episode, we talk about "Licorice Pizza." We start with the origins of the project and the various movies that provided inspiration to this project. Next, we discuss the plot of the film, and describe all the scenes we love from this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing enjoyment. 

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Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill

Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week we cover our penultimate episode of Paul Thomas Anderseason with "Phantom Thread." We discuss the development of this project and its production. We then dive into the film itself and describe everything we love about this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills.

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Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill

Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week we cover Paul Thomas Anderson's smoky noir, "Inherent Vice." We discuss the long process of adapting Thomas Pynchon's work into a screenplay, and the funding of the film. We then make sense of the murky plot and discuss the scenes we love from this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. 

Thank you so much for listening!

Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill

Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week we're back with Paul Thomas Anderson's excellent post-war drama, "The Master." We discuss the long road to getting this film made as well as the varied influences on the film's look and story. We, then, dive into the plot of the film and describe everything we love about it. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure!

Thank you so much for listening!

Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill

Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

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This week we discuss one of our favorite films of all time, "There Will Be Blood." We discuss the five years in between this and his previous film, "Punch-Drunk Love." After we cover the background, we dive into the film itself doing plenty of Daniel Plainview impressions along the way. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure.

Thank you so much for listening!

Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill

Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Theme Song by Breck McGough

Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill

Letterboxd: FartsDomino44

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