This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two of the most mind-bending, emotionally complex works of writer-director Charlie Kaufman:
🎬 Films Discussed:
- Anomalisa (2015)
- Synecdoche, New York (2008)
If you're a fan of existential cinema, surrealist film, arthouse movies, or the singular creative vision of Charlie Kaufman — this is essential listening.
The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, arthouse cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.
Shane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Follow his work here:
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Shane also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, The Cinematic Wasteland, The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network.
Jeff Alan is a photographer, filmmaker, video creator, and film and TV reviewer. Find his work here:
Need photography or videography? Jeff is available for hire — check out his portfolio above!
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