Films for the Void!

Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Episode 45! In this episode, Eric and Landon ring in the holiday season by deciding once and for all, what is the worst Christmas special: Flamarion Ferreria's 1991 special The Christmas Tree or Colin Slater's 2002 special Rapsittie Street Kids: Believe in Santa? Along with reviews of two major holiday new releases, the latest from one of Hollywood's most celebrated filmmakers, and stories from beyond the drive-in - all on this week's episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction / Recommendations
00:09:44 A Christmas Story Christmas
00:15:36 The Fabelmans
00:20:45 Spirited
00:26:22 The Christmas Tree
00:52:33 Rapsittie Street Kids: Believe in Santa
01:25:36 Eric's Recommendation for Next Episode

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Artwork by Annie Curle
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Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Bonus Episode #19! In this episode, Landon interviews Karsten Runquist - a Chicago-based filmmaker and YouTuber who, for the better part of a decade has been following his dreams in the world of film. Whether it’s recapping the films he’s watched on a monthly basis, tiering aspects of the filmgoing experience, or providing perspective in short form essays, his self-titled YouTube channel has captivated the eyes and minds of nearly 600K subscribers. The same can be said for his Letterboxd, as one of the site’s most recognizable users, sitting at 133K followers. However, his latest venture stems to his most recent short film, Dirtbag, which takes the anxiety of inevitable responsibility and combines it with the offbeat humor of auteurs like Wes Anderson and Miranda July. You can currently stream Dirtbag for free on Vimeo.

Landon and Karsten talk about growing up in Minnesota, developing an interest in making movies, building a following on Letterboxd, fine tuning his craft on YouTube, and his thoughts on even more film studio logos - all on the latest episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:16 Interview w/ Karsten Runquist
00:46:25 Round Robin Movie Discussion

Stream Dirtbag here: https://vimeo.com/635762205
Twitter: @RunquistKarsten
Letterboxd: @kurstboy

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Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Episode 44! In this episode, Eric and Landon carve off a piece of Jordan Downey's 2008 film ThanksKilling. Along with reviews of the latest film from an animation titan, a documentary about the value of therapy, and a biopic so weird it could only share its artist's namesake - all on this week's episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction / Recommendations
00:08:52 Wendall & Wild
00:12:45 The Banshees of Inisherin
00:16:13 Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
00:22:24 ThanksKilling
01:12:52 Landon's Recommendation for Next Episode

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Artwork by Annie Curle
Theme Music by Meghan Gove
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Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Episode 43! In this episode, Eric and Landon's take a visit to Oakland to review Carlos López Estrada's 2018 film Blindspotting. Along with  reviews of the latest from director Ruben Östlund, an evaluation of a Netflix sleeper hit, and what might possibly be the best performance of 2022 - all on this week's episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction / Recommendations
00:05:44 Do Revenge
00:10:34 Triangle of Sadness
00:13:51 The Stranger
00:17:56 Tár
00:21:18 Blindspotting
01:19:50 Eric's Recommendation for Next Episode

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Artwork by Annie Curle
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Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Episode 42! In this episode, Eric and Landon give their infectious reactions to Juame Balagueró and Paco Plaza's 2007 film [REC]. Along with review of the final installment in the latest Halloween trilogy, a sequel to a beloved Halloween classic, and a horror remake that's even better than its '80s predecessor - all on this week's episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction / Recommendations
00:10:30 Hocus Pocus 2
00:15:20 Hellraiser
00:20:13 Entergalactic
00:23:22 Halloween Ends
00:30:18 [REC]
01:18:51 Landon's Recommendation for Next Episode

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Artwork by Annie Curle
Theme Music by Meghan Gove
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Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Bonus Episode #18! In this episode, Landon Interviews AJ Diaferio - the vocalist for West Palm Beach, Florida-based metalcore act We’re Wolves. The band takes a deep-rooted love for all things horror and blends it with an aggressive sound equal parts metalcore and hard rock, all of it culminating on their latest record Evil Things, which dropped last year. The record pushes boundaries with a narrative edge, inspired largely by Dante’s Divine Comedy, features guest spots from Bryan Kuznitz of Fame on Fire and Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills, and takes truly spectacular form through their punishing, theatrical live show. 

Landon and AJ talk about growing up in Florida, getting compared to Jim Carrey, getting his start in metalcore, superhero culture, and his inspiration for developing a satirical horror band, along with some of his favorite movies - all on the latest episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:16 Interview w/ AJ Diaferio
00:29:33 Round Robin Movie Discussion

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Artwork by Annie Curle
Theme Music by Meghan Gove
Edited by Landon Defever

Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Episode 41! In this episode, Eric and Landon have a groovy time discussing Raja Gosnell's 2002 film Scooby-Doo. Along with reviews of the much-discussed new films from Olivia Wilde and Nicholas Stoller, a horror film that may not make you smile as intended, and the story of a shirt that nearly threw a third grade teacher over the edge - all on this week's episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction / Recommendations
00:08:07 Resurrection
00:10:59 Smile
00:15:35 Don't Worry Darling
00:25:28 Bros
00:32:08 Scooby-Doo
01:24:19 Eric's Recommendation for Next Episode

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Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Bonus Episode #17! In this episode, Landon interviews Jamie Coletta - a Los Angeles based expert in all things artist management and public relations. As a former publicity staffer for SideOneDummy Records, their responsibility stemmed to getting some of the last decade’s most successful indie alternative-punk releases heard, including those by Jeff Rosenstock, PUP, Chris Farren, AJJ, and many more. However, after the label restructured, they spent very little time getting the ball rolling on the next iteration of their journey. And that next step came in the form of No Earbuds – their own endeavor that combines marketing, artist management, and publicity, putting them all under one roof, as they currently represent artists such as The Wonder Years, Origami Angel, Foxing, Bartees Strange, and John-Allison Weiss. You can learn more about their work at noearbuds.com.

Landon and Jamie talk about growing up in Rhode Island, the TRL pipeline, getting their start in punk, going independent, marriage, and parenthood, along with some of their favorite movies - all on the latest episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:16 Interview w/ Jamie Coletta
00:38:23 Round Robin Movie Discussion

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Artwork by Annie Curle
Theme Music by Meghan Gove
Edited by Landon Defever

Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Episode 40! In this episode, Eric and Landon plant the seed to discuss Philip Kaufman's 1978 film Invasion of the Body Snatchers. Along with reviews of the latest Disney live action remake, Ti West's next installment in a decades spanning horror trilogy, and some recommendations of Eric and Landon's favorite remakes of all-time - all on this week's episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:00 Introduction / Recommendations
00:07:58 Flight/Risk
00:11:35 Pinocchio (2022)
00:16:26 Barbarian
00:25:58 Pearl
00:30:00 Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)
01:18:18 Landon's Recommendation for Next Episode

Matt Everritt's Seed & Spark: seedandspark.com/fund/you-can-go-home-whenever-you-want#story

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Welcome to an all-new Films for the Void, Bonus Episode #16! In this episode, Landon interviews Ally Evenson - a Detroit-based singer-songwriter making waves in the midwest DIY scene. Their recent song “Bite My Tongue” channels a cross between the indie-tinged intimacy of artists like Julien Baker and Phoebe Bridgers with a powerful, underlying rock sound that pierces through the hearts of anyone willing to confront their emotions. You can catch them opening for Stella Donnelly at the Sanctuary in Hamtramck, MI on September 23 and Sun Room at El Club in Detroit on November 6. Landon and Ally chat about getting their big break in musical theater, the impact of the music that inspires them, and going viral on Stranger Things Twitter - all on the latest episode of Films for the Void!

TIME STAMPS
00:00:16 Interview w/ Ally Evenson
00:35:58 Round Robin Movie Discussion

Playlist link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1tkv7WuQQsl82XZf5OYH4S

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Artwork by Annie Curle
Theme Music by Meghan Gove
Edited by Landon Defever