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The Freshman Fifteen is a film discussion podcast in which, each season, we highlight the freshman films of fifteen notable directors.... more
FAQs about The Freshman Fifteen:How many episodes does The Freshman Fifteen have?The podcast currently has 65 episodes available.
July 15, 2017Special Episode: SUMMER KIDS MOVIESProud papas Daniel and Jeremy recommend and discuss two films to entertain your little ones during these hazy summer months. Daniel goes dark while Jeremy goes obscure, but both co-hosts keep their feet planted firmly in the category of animated features. Also, what is contemporary children's entertainment doing to our kids?...more26minPlay
June 30, 2017Special Episode: JULY 4THStars 'n garters! In their July 4th celebration, Jeremy and Daniel return to the mics after a much-needed hiatus to discuss a couple of patriotic movie picks for American film lovers everywhere. Whether you take your hot dogs vegetarian or meaty, the boys' Independence Day picks have something for everyone - from childlike wonderment to hard-hitting political intrigue. Grab your earbuds, sparklers and a cold domestic brew and enjoy....more22minPlay
March 15, 2017Episode 15: Stanley Kubrick's FEAR AND DESIREFor their bonus-sized fifteenth episode, The Freshman Fifteen examines the first feature film of visionary director Stanley Kubrick, 1953's Fear and Desire. While Daniel ponders what it takes to push the boundaries of genre, Jeremy describes the rarest type of director of all: the dangerous filmmaker. Finally, what's next for The Freshman Fifteen?...more1h 22minPlay
February 23, 2017Special Episode: OSCARS 2017 (with EW's Jeff Jensen)It's Oscar Season! Join Daniel, Jeremy and special guest, Entertainment Weekly's Jeff Jensen, as they weigh in with their personal picks of the nine Best Picture nominees. Jeff gives listeners a peek inside the inner workings of the Academy Awards while Daniel and Jeremy make their case for the films that most deserve to take home film's highest honor....more1hPlay
February 15, 2017Episode 14: Errol Morris' GATES OF HEAVENIn their fourteenth episode, our hosts take a look at the freshman film of documentarian Errol Morris, 1978's Gates of Heaven. Jeremy blows apart any remaining illusions about "reality" television while Daniel grapples with the technological oddity known as The Interrotron. Finally, what does the art form of documentary have to teach a society who's forgotten how to listen?...more1hPlay
February 10, 2017Special Episode: Valentine's DayIn their Valentine's Day Special, Daniel and Jeremy defer to their wives to recommend two (and a half) romantic films. That's amoré! While Jeremy's wife throws some unexpected grit and carnage into the mix, Daniel's wife prefers to stick to a tried-and-true classic. Plus, the boys make a case to their fellow men to take a chance on romance movies....more19minPlay
February 01, 2017Episode 13: Spike Jonze's BEING JOHN MALKOVICHEpisode 13. This time around, it's the 1999 film Being John Malkovich from director Spike Jonze. Jeremy breaks down the visual recipe of a traditional science fiction film, while Daniel attempts to solve the mystery of which Spike Jonze is the real Spike Jonze. Also, what's with these filmmakers that insist on reinventing the concept of filmmaking with every film they make?...more54minPlay
January 15, 2017Episode 12: Sofia Coppola's THE VIRGIN SUICIDESEpisode twelve's discussion focuses on 1999's The Virgin Suicides, the freshman film of director Sofia Coppola. Jeremy ponders the possibility that, in film, "who?" "what?" and "why?" are sometimes less important questions than "where?" while Daniel suggests that people of privilege need purpose too. Finally, the boys wonder if filmmakers who aren't interested in respecting your attention span sometimes have the best ideas to share....more54minPlay
January 06, 2017Special Episode: THE TOP 10 GREATEST FRESHMAN FILMS (Part 2)Jeremy and Daniel count down their ten favorite freshman films of all time in part two of this special event episode. It's down to this: the final five. In the most personal episode of The Freshman Fifteen yet, the boys compare notes on what they consider to be the best of the best....more47minPlay
January 05, 2017Special Episode: THE TOP 10 GREATEST FRESHMAN FILMS (Part 1)Jeremy and Daniel count down their ten favorite freshman films of all time in part one of this special event episode. From the classic to the obscure, the boys discuss their #10-#6 picks and why those films should be watched and rewatched by all....more40minPlay
FAQs about The Freshman Fifteen:How many episodes does The Freshman Fifteen have?The podcast currently has 65 episodes available.