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Jeremy and Eli are joined by special guest Blake Goble, Senior Staff Writer for Consequence of Sound, to discuss our favorite films of 2018. On this episode, we start by broadly talking through the themes in cinema for the year. Then we cover picks on our best of lists, including If Beale Street Could Talk, Leave No Trace, Cold War, and First Reformed.

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On this episode, Eli and Jeremy discuss the latest entry in the Spider-Man film universe, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. They expose some of the techniques used in the innovative animation style of the film and why this film is so important in the history of animation. Eli and Jeremy also explore other important moments in film history that challenged the medium.

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On this episode, Jeremy Holiday and Eli Steenlage sing the praises of Steve McQueen's latest film, Widows. Though McQueen is working in the heist, crime genre this time, the many themes and variations are discussed. With a great ensemble cast and script co-written by Gilliam Flynn, it is hard not to love Widows. Jeremy and Eli disagree though on a central reveal in the middle of the film and how the scene is handled.

*Spoiler Warning

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On this episode we talk with Annalise Ophelian, the Producer and Director of the upcoming documentary Looking for Leia. Annalise discusses the filmmaking process and interviewing female Star Wars fans who have connected with Star Wars on various levels. The conversation covers Star Wars through the generations, representation of female heroes in media, and general Star Wars geekery. 

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On this episode Jeremy Holiday and Eli Steenlage give their Post-Halloween take on new movies and shows that lean toward the dark side. They dig into Castlevania Season 2 for the main discussion and then do some quick breakdowns of other viewing options. Eli talks about the new Halloween (2018) sequel and the new Netflix series The Haunting of Hill House. Jeremy critiques the second season of Attack on Titans.

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Jeremy and Eli evaluate the boom in animation in the streaming age and what it offers viewers going forward. The variety and quality of animation is changing quickly as we discuss the niche options available. Plus, we loved Netflix's The Dragon Prince and gush a lot about it.

On this episode Jeremy and Eli discuss the recent trend of comedy specials that lean more toward storytelling and serious topics. Primarily Hannah Gadsby's excellent Netflix special, Nanette, is explored as a major achievement. Gadsby dissects the stand up routine in light of her personal experiences.

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On this episode Eli and Jeremy reflect on the legacy of The Incredibles and how the worldview of the two films has been recieved by critics. There is a lot to discuss in the way that power and powers have exploded through superhero films since the release of the original Incredibles. Does the sequel do anything interesting with these concepts?

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On this episode Eli and Jeremy have a lot of fun with the topic of "Guilty Pleasure" movies and television series. Though the lines between high and low are fading, the reasons for why we feel guilty about some viewing habits are explored. Does the term guilty pleasures still apply? Should I care that I want to see rampaging dinosaurs or Archie characters trying to solve murders?

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Eli and Jeremy explore the excellent second season of Dear White People from Netflix. The show talks about race in serious and funny ways, and we are listening and watching closely. We look at the real life trolling and political climate that informed the latest season. Plus we break down some of the varied and strong elements at work in the show, from social commentary, politcal thriller, melodrama, noir, and surrealism.

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