Film Code

Film Code

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  • CODEWORD: BABYSITTER...1984 and 2021

    Christmas Day had more than one offering and the guys are finally revealing their takes on the other film that dropped that day, the latest film in the DCEU, Wonder Woman 1984 starring Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Kristen Wiig, and Pedro Pascal.

    What did the guys think of this anticipated sequel?

    Plus, now that the new year is in high gear, the guys reveal their most anticipated films of 2021.

    And Nathan has become a master codebreaker after getting three wins in a row. Can his streak continue or will Nick's codeword finally leave him stumped?

    Find out all that and more on this week's episode of Film Code!

    1 hr 54 min
  • This Is The Way - Mandalorian Season 2 recap w/ Nathan & Brandon
    Let's talk some Star Wars shall we? Nathan and Brandon come together to discuss the biggest television series of 2020, the second season of The Mandalorian. It was full of excitement and surprises and they've got a lot to say about everything that happened. Listen to their breakdown of one of the best things that's happened inside the Star Wars universe.
    45 min
  • CODEWORD: DETROIT...Soul and Surprises

    IT'S FINALLY A NEW YEAR!

    But we can't get enough of one movie that hit us right where it was supposed to. Pixar's Soul dropped on Disney+ on Christmas Day and the guys had a chance to watch it, and can't wait to share their thoughts with you.

    Plus, the guys look back on 2020 and decide what the top 5 biggest surprises and disappointments were in the world of film.

    And can anyone stop Nathan's win streak of cracking the code?

    Find out all that and more on this week's episode of Film Code!

    2 hr 4 min
  • CODEWORD: COLOR...Firsts and A Black Bottom

    The guys are back with special guest KJ Russell to talk about one of the most anticipated films of the year, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom starring Viola Davis, and the last performance from the late Chadwick Boseman.

    What did the guys think of this Netflix adaptation of the August Wilson stage play?

    Plus the guys tell us which films they saw for the first time this year and which ones stood out.

    And with Nathan in the lead, can anyone crack his code this week and close the gap?

    Find out all that and more on this week's episode of Film Code!

    1 hr 52 min
  • CODEWORD: Tragedy...and the Holidays

    Happy Holidays from all of us at Film Code and thanks for being with us for this year!

    The guys have pulled out the eggnog and ugly sweaters for this one as they're reviewing two major holiday releases and one classic holiday film all in one episode.

    Plus, Nathan has taken back the lead in cracking the code but will he be able to expand his lead this week?

    It's a jam-packed holiday extravaganza that we can't wait to share with you all.

    1 hr 36 min
  • CODEWORD: TEEN...Mank and HBO Max

    The guys are back to discuss one of the more highly anticipated releases this year from acclaimed director, David Fincher. We're reviewing Mank starring Gary Oldman and Amanda Seyfried.

    What did the guys think of this throwback Hollywood tale about the writer of Citizen Kane?

    Plus, HUGE news in the world of film potentially changing the landscape as we know it when Warner Bros made an earth-shattering decision. How will this change the theater industry?

    And two weeks in the hole on the codeword, will the losing streak continue, or will someone be able to crack Phoenix's codeword?

    Find out all this and more on this week's episode of Film Code!

    1 hr 39 min
  • CODEWORD: Hair...Hillbillies and Originals

    Filled up on Thanksgiving Turkey and gearing up for the Holidays, The guys return to talk about one of the biggest releases of the year, Hillbilly Elegy starring Amy Adams and Glenn Close.

    What did they think about this J.D. Vance adaptation from Ron Howard?

    Plus, after Nathan's bonus episode Netflix rankings, the other guys wanted to do one of their own, and see what films top their lists.

    Also, Nick has been on a roll cracking the code two weeks in a row, will his streak continue?

    Find out all this and more on this week's episode of Film Code!

    1 hr 19 min
  • Discussing Film Interview w/Yasmine

    In this exclusive interview, Nathan and Nick sat down with one of the writers of the popular film Twitter site, Discussing Film. They talk with Yas about everything from her work at Discussing Film, the life and work of a screenwriter, the work she'd like to produce, and her most anticipated films in the coming years, and plenty more.


    It's an excellent discussion into the insights of every aspect of film culture.


    Hope you'll dive into this special bonus episode of Film Code!

    44 min
  • CODEWORD: MURDER...House and Marvel III

    The guys can't move on to through the holiday season just yet until they get one last fill of horror. On the menu this week, Netflix's new immigrant ghost story, His House.

    How will the guys feel about this horror thriller?

    Plus, it's time to finish up the spinning wheel as the guys discuss the 9 films left in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Prepare for some hot takes indeed.

    And it's been spotty but the code has been getting cracked on the regular, can it happen again?

    Find out all that and more on this week's episode of Film Code!

    1 hr 30 min
  • Ranking Netflix w/Nathan Pigg

    Nathan Pigg returns with another solo episode, this time discussing his rankings of the best Netflix Original Movies.

    What will top the list?

    Will it be The Irishman?

    I'm Thinking of Ending Things?

    Dolemite Is My Name?

    Hubie Halloween??

    One can only guess unless you check out this latest bonus episode from Film Code!

    29 min

About Film Code

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Film Code is a podcast dedicated to movies and entertainment. Each week, the members of the Cleveland Film Critics Society (Phoenix, Brandon, and Zach) will dissect, analyze, review, and appreciate cinema one word at a time.