The /Filmcast

Ep. 228 – Star Trek Into Darkness (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

David Chen — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:51:03 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Joanna from Pajiba discuss Alex Gibney’s latest, Devindra weighs in on The Place Beyond the Pines, Joanna praises Orphan Black, and Dave describes what a film festival q&a meltdown looks like.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Dave (6:00): We Steal Secrets: The Story of Wikileaks (at SIFF!)
Devindra (20:14): The Place Beyond the Pines
Joanna (26:10): Orphan Black

News Stories

(30:00) Update on Zach Braff Kickstarter

Featured Review

(39:07) Star Trek Into Darkness

Credits

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Ep. 227 – The Great Gatsby (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

David Chen — Wed, 15 May 2013 05:37:12 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Joanna from Pajiba discuss the brilliance of Upstream Color, the unevenness of Baz Luhrmann’s filmography, and how The Mindy Project found its groove.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra: Upstream Color
Joanna: Killing Them Softly, The Mindy Project

News Stories

Ray Harryhausen has died

Featured Review

The Great Gatsby

Credits

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Ep. 226 – Iron Man 3 (GUEST: Matt Singer from Criticwire)

David Chen — Wed, 08 May 2013 05:48:21 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Matt Singer from Criticwire chat about the awesome directorial stylings of Renny Harlin and reflect on the decline (or lack thereof) of the American film industry.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Matt Singer (07:49): The Long Kiss Goodnight
Dave (14:47): MacGruber

News Stories

(16:49) Steven Soderbergh on the state of the film industry

Featured Review

(45:37) Iron Man 3

Credits

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FilmAid Broadcast Part 3 – Damon Lindelof, Co-Writer of Star Trek Into Darkness and Co-Creator of Lost

David Chen — Sun, 05 May 2013 15:59:00 +0000

In Part 3 of our FilmAid broadcast, Damon Lindelof joins us to discuss his thoughts on internet fandom, the response to Prometheus, the logic of time travel, and taking chances with the Star Trek franchise.

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Bonus Ep. – 2013 Summer Movie Wager (GUEST: Jeff Cannata from Newest Latest Best)

David Chen — Fri, 03 May 2013 23:47:27 +0000

Did you think the end of the Totally Rad Show would mark the end of the annual Slashfilm/Totally Rad Show Summer Movie Box Office Wager? Well, you were right! The wager, as you once knew it, is gone. But we always have so much fun with the contest that Peter Sciretta, Jeff Cannata and I decided we had to keep the tradition alive in some way.

Which brings us to the latest bonus episode of the /Filmcast: The 2013 Summer Movie Wager between me, Peter, and Jeff, formerly of the Totally Rad Show and soon to be host of Newest Latest Best.

We discussed which films we felt would be the top ten highest grossing films of the summer and, oddly enough, our opinions varied wildly. Below, you can listen to the full episode, download it, and see our lists.

Here are our lists.

Peter Sciretta

Monsters University
Iron Man 3
Despicable Me 2
Star Trek Into Darkness
Man of Steel
Fast and Furious 6
The Hangover Part III
The Lone Ranger
Pacific Rim
The Wolverine

Dark Horses: Planes, Elysium, White House Down

Jeff Cannata

Iron Man 3
Monsters University
Man of Steel
Despicable Me 2
Fast and Furious 6
Star Trek Into Darkness
The Hangover Part III
Pacific Rim
The Lone Ranger
The Wolverine

Dark Horses: Elysium, The Great Gatsby, The Internship

Germain Lussier

Man of Steel
Iron Man 3
Monsters University
Fast and Furious 6
Pacific Rim
The Hangover Part III
Despicable Me 2
The Lone Ranger
Star Trek Into Darkness
Epic

Dark Horses: The Smurfs 2, The Internship, White House Down

And, for those curious, here are the rules from Time Travel Reviews:

The object is to pick the films that you think will be the top-ten grossing films of the summer, in order of box-office performance. As I’ve said, that means only films released from May 3rd 2013 to the Labor Day weekend, counting only the money those films make domestically (US and Canada) in that period. In other words films from March or April might still be making money after May 3st, but they don’t count; films released from May on could start racking up foreign B.O., but that doesn’t count; films released from May on could still be making money into September, but that doesn’t count either. Box Office numbers are generally available late Monday or Tuesday after the weekend closes. For the last seven or so years, I have been using box office numbers from Yahoo Box Office which gets their numbers in turn from Box Office Mojo. So what you will be doing is figuring out what 10 films will make the most money, and putting them in order of what you think they will gross at the box office. BUT, in addition to your top 10, you get to pick 3 “Dark Horses”- films you think *might* make it, but that you are not confident enough about to put into the top 10 proper.

The Scoring:

Getting number 1 or number 10 dead-on gets you 13 points (each).

The rest of the scoring goes like this:

10 points for numbers 2-9 dead-on
7 points if your pick was only one spot away from where it ended up
5 points if it was two spots away
3 points if your pick is anywhere in the Top 10
1 point for each dark horse that makes it into the Top 10

The scoring is tabulated so that you get the SINGLE HIGHEST point value for each pick- that is, if you get number ten right, you don’t get 13+3, you only get 13.

At the end of the summer, the three of us will hop back on the /Filmcast and make fun of each other as well as crown the 2013 Summer Box Office Champion. Who do you think had the best arguments?

Ep. 225 – Pain & Gain (GUEST: Laremy Legel, author of Film Critic)

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 01 May 2013 05:07:42 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Laremy chat about the improvements in VHS 2, the inanity of ATM, the backlash against the Zach Braff Kickstarter. You can buy Laremy’s book, Film Critic, at Amazon.

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SHOWNOTES

Intro

Help Ed Douglas kick cancer’s ass!

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (03:55): ATM
Devindra (08:35): VHS 2, Beyond: Two Souls at Tribeca
Laremy (16:30): Happy Endings, Knuckleball

News Stories

(21:00) Zach Braff Kickstarter
(33:40) Iron Man beats avengers internationally
(37:36) Four superlatives for Netflix

Featured Review

(49:39) Pain & Gain

Credits

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IFFB Bonus Ep. – Bobcat Goldthwait, Director of Willow Creek

David Chen — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:07:59 +0000

The Independent Film Festival of Boston is in full swing! While I’m unable to attend, I was thrilled to be able to grab some time with writer/director Bobcat Goldthwait, whose newest film, Willow Creek, will be premiering at IFFB. Bobcat chatted with me about the veracity of the Patterson-Gimlin bigfoot footage, the making of his films, and the benefits of impersonating him on Twitter.

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Ep. 224 – Oblivion (GUESTS: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba and Inkoo Kang from Village Voice)

David Chen — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 02:01:47 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Joanna Robinson from Pajiba delve deeper into the mysteries of Room 237, praise the remake of Evil Dead, and get excited about Man of Steel. Special guest Inkoo Kang joins us from the Village Voice.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Joanna (01:30): Evil Dead
Devindra (05:15): Jurassic Park 3D, Parts Unknown
David Chen (11:00): Room 237

News Stories

(27:00) Man of Steel Trailer

Featured Review

(40:39) Oblivion
(1:06:50)) SPOILERS

Credits

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Ep. 223 – Trance (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

David Chen — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 03:31:48 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Joanna Robinson from Pajiba lament the passing of one of the greatest film critics that ever lived, admire The Place Beyond the Pines, praise the gorgeously-shot Hannibal, and reminisce about the awesomeness of Adam Quigley.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (06:01): Place Beyond the Pines, Detropia, El Bulli
Devindra (19:38): Hannibal, Spring Breakers, Room 237
Joanna (38:50): Mad Men, Top Of The Lake

News Stories

(48:20) Remembering Roger Ebert

Featured Review

(58:32) Trance
(1:16:16) SPOILERS

Credits

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FilmAid Broadcast Part 2 – David Wain, Director of Children’s Hospital

David Chen — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 04:29:14 +0000

In Part 2 of our FilmAid broadcast, Scott Beggs from FilmSchoolRejects joins us to chat with writer/director David Wain about his thoughts on LARPing, his most powerful filmgoing experiences, and the making of Children’s Hospital.

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FilmAid Broadcast Part 1 – Rian Johnson, Director of Looper

David Chen — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 00:19:24 +0000

In Part 1 of our FilmAid broadcast, Rian Johnson discusses his work on Looper and Breaking Bad, drops some hints at his next project, weighs in on the digital vs. film “debate,” and explains why it’s fun to make dog fart sounds with his mouth.

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FilmAid Broadcast Part 6 – Jon Chu, Director of GI Joe: Retaliation

David Chen — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 04:22:26 +0000

Our epic, 10-hour long FilmAid broadcast is complete, and the results were incredible: a ton of amazing guests on the /Filmcast and over $10,000 raised for FilmAid! We recorded many of the episodes and will be airing them mostly in order. But since GI Joe: Retaliation is in theaters now, we just had to get you this segment first.

In part 6 of our FilmAid broadcast, Dave and Peter speak with director Jon Chu about what it was like making GI Joe: Retaliation, and get at the truth of why his blockbuster film was delayed for 9 months.

Bonus Ep. – Where Is Our $10,000 Going?

David Chen — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 22:12:58 +0000

Dave speaks with Mark Somen, a member of FilmAid’s board of directors, to discuss the money we’ve raised for FilmAid through our 10-hour fundraiser, and what it will help accomplish. Be sure to tune in to our 10-hour live broadcast on March 30th at slashfilm.com, beginning at 9 AM Pacific!

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Ep. 222 – Stoker (GUEST: Stu VanAirsdale)

David Chen — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 01:35:41 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Russ Fischer chat about the important Side by Side, debate the Veronica Mars kickstarter project, and take a look at the polarizing new film by Park Chan-Wook, Stoker. Special guest Stu VanAirsdale joins us for this episode.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (02:40): Side by Side, My Amityville Horror
Dave (11:00): The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

News Stories

(18:00) The Veronica Mars Kickstarter
(57:20) Colin Treverrow to direct JP4

Featured Review

(59:45) Stoker
(1:11:00) SPOILERS

Credits

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Ep. 221 – Oz The Great and Powerful (GUEST: Laremy Legel, author of Film Critic)

David Chen — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 04:23:51 +0000

Dave, Adam, and Devindra get lukewarm about Dead Man Down, prematurely mourn the loss of Enlightened, and explain why film critics get no sympathy from anyone. Special guest Laremy Legel joins us. Be sure to check out Laremy’s new book, Film Critic. Also, read Scott Tobias’s piece on documentaries.

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SHOWNOTES

Introduction

Thanks for helping the /Filmcast Raise $10,000 for FilmAid!

What We’ve Been Watching

David (4:14): Dead Man Down, Mea Maxima Culpa
Devindra (14:15): Nathan for you, Big Data, Sim City
Devindra (23:30): Tomb Raider
Adam (26:18): Enlightened

Featured Review

(57:30) Oz The Great and Powerful
(1:18:38) SPOILERS

Credits

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Bonus Ep. – The Perks of Being a Wallflower (GUEST: DC Pierson, Author of Crap Kingdom)

David Chen — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 02:22:15 +0000

In the bonus episode, Dave, Devindra, and DC Pierson review The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Check out DC Pierson’s new book, Crap Kingdom.

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Ep. 220 – Jack the Giant Slayer (GUEST: DC Pierson, author of Crap Kingdom)

David Chen — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 21:35:26 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and DC Pierson discuss the awesomeness of The Americans, and get confused about Channing Tatum. Check out DC Pierson’s new book, Crap Kingdom.

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SHOWNOTES

(10:08) Please contribute to our FilmAid fundraiser!

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (16:30): The Americans, Stoker
Dave (25:22): God on Trial, House of Cards
DC (35:28): Enlightened

Featured Review

(40:57) Jack the Giant Slayer
(1:12:29) SPOILERS

Credits

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Bonus Ep. – The 85th Annual Academy Awards

David Chen — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 06:51:09 +0000

Dave, Devindra, Germain, and Russ chat about their thoughts on this year’s Academy Awards. How funny and offensive was Seth MacFarlane? Who still remembers Chicago? What the hell were Paul Rudd and Melissa McCarthy doing up there? Tune in and find out!

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Ep. 219 – A Good Day To Die Hard

David Chen — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 23:39:20 +0000

Dave, Peter, Adam, and Devindra continue their discussion of House of Cards, praise the brilliance of Black Mirror, discuss why John McClane is an allegory for American foreign policy. Be sure to also read up on Making a Trailer First and a Movie Second, and A Die Hard’s Guide to Die Hard.

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SHOWNOTES

Introduction

Help the /Filmcast Raise $10,000 for FilmAid!

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (12:50): House of Cards, The Spectacular Now
David (25:57): Black Mirror (Be Right Back)

Featured Review

(41:40) A Good Day To Die Hard
(1:12:32) SPOILERS

Credits

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Ep. 218 – Side Effects

David Chen — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 21:58:06 +0000

Dave, Adam, and Devindra discuss why Flight is a failure, explain why Community is a shell of its former self, and list their most anticipated films of 2013.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (8:03): Flight, Community

News Discussion

(24:00) Our Most Anticipated Films of 2013

Featured Review

(46:45) Side Effects
(52:50) SPOILERS

Credits

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Ep. 217 – Warm Bodies

David Chen — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 06:34:16 +0000

Dave, Adam, and Devindra discuss how House of Cards upends traditional television models, praise the underappreciated Boardwalk Empire, and get disappointed by Hotel Transylvania.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (5:50) : House of Cards, Anna Karenina, Stand Up Guys
Adam (27:00): Boardwalk Empire, The Paperboy, Hotel Transylvania

News Discussion

(37:30): DGA Awards

Featured Review

(43:17): Warm Bodies

Credits

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Ep. 216 – J.J. Abrams Directing Star Wars, and The Best Films of Sundance 2013

David Chen — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 04:25:25 +0000

Dave, Devindra, Adam, Germain and Peter discuss this week’s massive news about the next Star Wars film, plus Germain runs down his favorite and most disappointing films of this year’s Sundance film festival.

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Ep. 215 – The Last Stand

David Chen — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:44:05 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the solid John Dies at the End and lament/celebrate Kim Jee-Woon’s first American film, which coincides with Arnold Schwarzenegger’s return to the big screen.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (00:59): John Dies at the End
Adam (02:45): Taken 2, Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance

Featured Review

(16:50): The Last Stand

Credits

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After Dark Ep. 214 – Armond White on Django Unchained and Zero Dark Thirty [SPOILERS]

David Chen — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:35:58 +0000

THIS PODCAST CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR DJANGO UNCHAINED AND ZERO DARK THIRTY.

Dave, Devindra, and Adam chat with film critic Armond White about Quentin Tarantino’s work in Django Unchained, as well as why Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance and Taken 2 are better films than Zero Dark Thirty.

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Ep. 214 – Gangster Squad

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 06:17:15 +0000

Dave, Adam, and Devindra discuss this year’s Oscar nominations, and explain why you should watch LA Confidential instead of Gangster Squad.

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SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

David (11:42): The Incredibles (Blu-ray)
Devindra (04:55): CES Roundup
Adam (11:00): Frankenweenie, Compliance, Les Miserables

News Discussion

(27:00): Oscar Nominations

Featured Review

(51:50): Gangster Squad

Credits

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Ep. 213 – The Top 10 Films of 2012

David Chen — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 03:10:59 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam run down their favorite movies of 2012, plus discuss their biggest disappointments and have a spirited debate about the merits of Holy Motors.

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SHOWNOTES

(4:00) Our Top 10 Films of 2012

(1:18:00) Special categories

Bonus Ep. – Les Misérables (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

David Chen — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 00:17:18 +0000

Dave and Joanna Robinson discuss their love of Tom Hooper’s Les Misérables.

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Bonus Ep. – Zero Dark Thirty

David Chen — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 15:32:33 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam praise Kathryn Bigelow’s new thriller, Zero Dark Thirty.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Bonus Ep. – Django Unchained

David Chen — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 16:45:55 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam tackle Quentin Tarantino’s latest historical epic, Django Unchained.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 212 – Jack Reacher

David Chen — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 20:42:21 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the politics of Zero Dark Thirty, praise the ingenuity of Girl Walk / All Day, ponder what’s wrong at AMC, and take a look at Tom Cruise’s latest.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 211 – The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

Devindra Hardawar — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:38:59 +0000

In this episode, Dave, Devindra, and Adam chat about the spate of hot new sci-fi film trailers, lament the preachiness of Flight, and get really troubled by Compliance. Special guest Joanna Robinson joins us from Pajiba.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (02:07): Lincoln
Adam (07:47): Flight
David (11:42): Compliance, Seven Psychopaths
Joanna (24:05): ParaNorman, Bourne Legacy

News Discussion

(32:00): Trailers! Star Trek Into Darkness, Man of Steel, Pacific Rim
(44:25): Golden Globe nominations

Featured Review

(56:30): The Hobbit

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 210 – Silver Linings Playbook

David Chen — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 04:01:03 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam chat about David O. Russell’s latest film, Silver Linings Playbook.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 209 – Killing Them Softly

David Chen — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 01:20:15 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the prospects of a Justice League film, recount an evening with Christopher Nolan, and try to make sense of James Gunn’s humor.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Dave (01:07): FunnyorDie’s Captain Planet
Devindra (04:17): Dragon (Wuxia), An Evening with Christopher Nolan
Adam (06:55): Dark Horse

News Discussion

(19:19): Joseph Gordon Levitt may play Batman in Justice League
(28:00): Bryan Singer says Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen are back for X-Men: Days of Future Past
(32:30): Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn stirs up controversy

Featured Review

(39:19): Killing Them Softly

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – Re-Assessing the Ending of Life of Pi (GUEST: Dan Trachtenberg)

David Chen — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 04:31:58 +0000

Dave and Dan Trahctenberg delve into the ending of Life of Pi.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 208 – Life of Pi

David Chen — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 06:07:32 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the greatness of Indie Game: The Movie, try to get excited about a Deux Ex film, and get scared by the plausibility of The Campaign.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 207 – Lincoln (GUEST: Laremy Legel from Film.com)

David Chen — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 20:53:23 +0000

Dave and Adam chat about the terribleness of Red Dawn, the sociopathy of Mouse Hunt, and the awesomeness of Key and Peele. Special guest Laremy Legel joins us from Film.com.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 206 – Skyfall (GUEST: Matt Singer from Criticwire)

David Chen — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 22:10:55 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra and Adam review Skyfall and discuss its place in the James Bond Canon. Special guest Matt Singer joins us from Criticwire.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Bonus Ep. – The Music of James Bond

David Chen — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 21:40:18 +0000

Dave Chen takes a look back at the music of James Bond by reviewing “Bond…James Bond – 50 Years – 50 Tracks.”

Ep. 205 – The Future of Star Wars (GUEST: Jeff Cannata from The Totally Rad Show)

David Chen — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 20:21:19 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam chat about the massive news that and speculate on what the future of Star Wars might look like. Also, is Wreck-It Ralph a terrorist? The guys explore, with special guest Jeff Cannata joins us from The Totally Rad Show.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Jeff Cannata (4:30): Wreck-It Ralph, Apocalypse
Adam (19:00): The Bay, Sinister
Dave (28:40): Homeland

News Discussion

(35:49) The Future of Star Wars

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 204 – Cloud Atlas (GUEST: Drew McWeeny from Hitfix)

David Chen — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 13:37:23 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam dive into Cloud Atlas, one of the most ambitious films of the year. Drew McWeeny joins us from Hitfix. Be sure to check out Drew’s epic interview with the Wachoskis and Tykwer.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Drew (1:51): Paranormal Activity 4, Alex Cross

Featured Review

(8:05) Cloud Atlas
(50:00) Spoilers

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – The Master (GUEST: Tasha Robinson from AV Club)

David Chen — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 21:11:22 +0000

In this bonus episode, Dave, Devindra, and Adam try to review one of the year’s most challenging and rewarding(?) films. Tasha Robinson joins us from AV Club.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 203 – Argo (GUEST: Alison Willmore from Filmspotting SVU)

David Chen — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:44:39 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam explain the narrative pleasures of Seven Psychopaths, wonder why Get the Gringo didn’t do a better job of rehabilitating Mel Gibson’s career, and ponder how accurate movies need to be when they’re “based on a true story.” Alison Willmore joins us from Filmspotting SVU.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (2:35): Nashville, Get the Gringo
Adam (13:22): Seven Psychopaths
Dave (20:00): Michael Clayton

Featured Review

(24:53) Argo
(45:56) Spoilers

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 202 – A Morning with Rian Johnson, Director of Looper

David Chen — Sun, 07 Oct 2012 21:31:35 +0000

In this special episode, Dave, Devindra, and Adam chat with writer/director Rian Johnson about his inspirations for the film. Be sure to check out Charlie Jane’s great article about messy time travel, as well as Dave Chen’s Skype profile photo.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 201 – Looper (GUEST: Tasha Robinson from AV Club)

David Chen — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 22:23:40 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam invite you to check out the under-appreciated Dredd, lament the lost career of Ed Wood, sing the praises of Shawn Ryan’s Last Resort, and opine that Headhunters got the “foreign movie” pass. Tasha Robinson from AV Club joins us for this episode.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Adam (4:32): Ed Wood
Devindra (7:00): Revolution, Last Resort
Dave (13:04): Safe, Headhunters, Dredd

Featured Review

(27:04) Looper
(58:30) Spoilers

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – The Music of Breaking Bad

David Chen — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:26:40 +0000

I love Breaking Bad and Dave Porter’s score for the series, so I was excited to get my hands on the Breaking Bad original score when it was released recently. The score contains highlights from throughout all five seasons, and demonstrates Porter’s resourcefulness and skillfulness in cobbling together a unique aural identity for the now-iconic series.

I recently took a closer look at some of my favorite tracks and recorded the results. Check it out and share your thoughts and favorites by emailing me at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.

Ep. 200 – The Summer of 2012 and Looking Back on 200 Episodes

David Chen — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 20:18:12 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam reflect on their favorite and most disappointing films of the summer, and discuss what it’s been like to record 200 episodes of the /Filmcast.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 199 – V/H/S

David Chen — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 02:21:31 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam explain why CinemaNow is a disaster and discuss the pleasures of the found footage genre by delving into the horror anthology film V/H/S.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Dave (1:42): Looper
Adam (4:00): The Raid: Redemption

Featured Review

(14:00) V/H/S

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – Breaking Bad Mid-Season 5 Wrap-Up

David Chen — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 19:56:07 +0000

In this crossover episode, Dave , Devindra, Adam, and Joanna discuss the mid-season finale of Breaking Bad’s fifth season, and reflect on the season as a whole.

E-mail us and let us know what you thought of the episode, as well as of the podcast, at theoneswhoknock@gmail.com or at slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can find every episode of each show at theoneswhoknock.com and at slashfilmcast.com. If you like our Breaking Bad podcast, feel free to leave us a review on iTunes! Hit the jump for links to stream/download.

Bonus Ep. – Lawless and The Newsroom Finale

David Chen — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 03:37:53 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam are joined from Laremy Legel from Film.com to discuss the first season finale for Aaron Sorkin’s The Newsroom, and to review John Hillcoat’s newest film, Lawless. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us next week when we’ll be reviewing Headhunters.

Ep. 198 – Jaws (GUEST: Quint from Ain’t It Cool News)

David Chen — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 03:37:57 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam marvel at the sights of Samsara, wonder what happened to all the great action stars, acknowledge the pleasures of Peter Berg’s Battleship, and explain why Jaws is one of the best movies of all time. Special guest Eric Vespe (AKA Quint) joins us from Ain’t It Cool News.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Dave (2:45): Samsara
Adam (13:00): Battleship
Eric (29:00): Breaking Bad, Girls, Sleepwalk with Me
Devindra (38:18): Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee

News

(41:20) The Tobolowsky Files and Public Radio International

Featured Review

(43:50) Jaws

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – The Films of Tony Scott (GUEST: C. Robert Cargill, Writer of Sinister)

David Chen — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:39:47 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam are joined by C. Robert Cargill (writer of Sinister) to remember the films of Tony Scott. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us next week when we’ll be reviewing JAWS on Blu-Ray.

Ep. 197 – The Bourne Legacy (GUEST: Scott Mendelson from Mendelson’s Memos)

David Chen — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:29:19 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam lament the fact that The Campaign doesn’t take itself more seriously, praise Beasts of the Southern Wild as a beautiful tone poem, and complain about the lack of found footage in REC 3. Special guest Scott Mendelson joins us from Mendelson’s Memos.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

SHOWNOTES

What We’ve Been Watching

Scott (01:00): The Campaign
Dave (08:03): REC 3: Genesis, Klown
Devindra (17:00): Beasts of the Southern Wild, Bunheads

News

(26:36) Announcements and Listener Feedback

Featured Review

(37:33) The Bourne Legacy
(1:11:54) SPOILERS

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – The Music of the Bourne Films

David Chen — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 15:20:39 +0000

Dave Chen takes a closer look at John Powell’s scores from the Bourne films. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 196 – Total Recall (GUEST: Matt Singer from Criticwire)

David Chen — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 20:44:16 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam muse on the pleasures of space jail, ponder the virtues of a filmic canon, and explain why Total Recall represents everything that’s wrong with cinema today. Special guest Matt Singer joins us from Criticwire and Filmspotting: SVU.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing The Bourne Legacy next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Matt Singer (02:10): Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Dave (09:45): Lockout
Devindra (14:38): Babymakers

News

(21:45) Sight and Sound dethrones Citizen Kane (Scott Tobias and Dana Stevens weigh in)

Featured Review

(30:00) Total Recall
(1:03:46) SPOILERS

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

AD Ep. 195 – Re-Assessing The Dark Knight Rises

David Chen — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 18:41:50 +0000

Dave, Devindra, and Adam respond to your feedback on The Dark Knight Rises.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com. Tune in next week when we’ll be reviewing Total Recall.

Ep. 195 – The Watch

David Chen — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 20:05:46 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam reflect on the difficulty of making South Park, praise the Year of Matthew McConaughey, get skeptical about Cloud Atlas, and review Costco: The Movie.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing Total Recall next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (01:36): Killer Joe
Dave (7:10): The Olympics Opening Ceremonies, Six Days to Air

News

Cloud Atlas trailer

Featured Review

(22:00) The Watch

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 194 – The Dark Knight Rises

David Chen — Sun, 22 Jul 2012 20:33:16 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam are joined by Germain Lussier to discuss the fascinating remake of The Three Stooges and to review one of the most anticipated films of the year. Also: Dave compares Christopher Nolan to Michael Bay. Tune in to find out how!

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing The Watch next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (01:50): Breaking Bad Season Premiere
Adam (07:47): The Three Stooges

Featured Review

(30:47) The Dark Knight Rises
(1:05:54) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – The Music of the Batman Trilogy

David Chen — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 23:12:52 +0000

Dave Chen takes a closer look at Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard’s scores from Nolan’s Batman trilogy. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Ep. 193 – The Imposter

David Chen — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 23:34:29 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam respond to your feedback about The Amazing Spider-Man, join Team Margaret, and review one of the most thrilling documentaries of the year.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing The Dark Knight Rises next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Dave (6:30): Beasts of the Southern Wild, Memento (FYI: Everything you wanted to know about Memento)
Adam (17:40): Margaret

Your Feedback

(25:17) Your e-mails at slashfilmcast@gmail.com

Featured Review

(42:29) The Imposter
(55:33) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 192 – The Amazing Spider-Man (GUEST: Jeff Cannata from The Totally Rad Show)

David Chen — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 01:38:46 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam continue their discussion about the promise of 3D television, praise the humor of Klown and the rawness of Fake It So Real, and chat about the problems and greatness of The Newsroom and Louie, respectively. Special guest Jeff Cannata joins us from The Totally Rad Show.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing something next week. Not sure what yet, but it’ll be good!

Shownotes

News

(01:45) Your feedback about 3D TV

What We’ve Been Watching

Jeff (14:00): Klown, Fake It So Real
Devindra (20:00): The Newsroom, Louie, To Rome with Love

Featured Review

(38:47) The Amazing Spider-Man
(1:08:50) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 191 – Magic Mike (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

David Chen — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 02:08:27 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the promising film career of Seth MacFarlane, wonder at the messed up nature of Elfen Lied, mourn the loss of a talented director, and lament the state of 3D Blu-Rays. Special guest Joanna Robinson joins us from Pajiba.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing The Amazing Spider-Man next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Adam (2:30): Ted, Elfen Lied
David (17:20): Children of Men
Joanna (21:05): 21 Jump Street

News

(24:55) Nora Ephron has died
(32:00) The state of 3D television

Featured Review

(44:00) Magic Mike

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – The Newsroom (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

David Chen — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 05:16:59 +0000

David and Joanna from Pajiba discuss the first two episodes of Aaron Sorkin’s new HBO series, The Newsroom.

Ep. 190 – Brave (GUEST: Jen Yamato from Movieline)

David Chen — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 13:45:55 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the crappiness of Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, explore the pleasures of male stripping, and ponder the mediocrity of Brave. Special guest Jen Yamato joins us from Movieline.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing Magic Mike next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Adam (6:15): Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, Seeking a Friend for the End of the World
Jen (20:15): Magic Mike, Beasts of the Southern Wild
Devindra (28:45): The Legend of Korra

Featured Review

(33:00) Brave
(52:48) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
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Ep. 189 – Moonrise Kingdom

David Chen — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 21:15:40 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam highlight some of the best films at the 2012 Seattle International Film Festival, praise the prolific nature of Mark Duplass, and respond to your feedback for our Prometheus review. Plus, Adam’s “Shit Movie of the Week” returns with a vengeance.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing Brave next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Dave (02:28): Fat Kid Rules the World King Curling
Devindra (08:15): Extraterrestrial, Safety Not Guaranteed
Adam (16:00): Rock of Ages, Piranha 3DD, Project X

News Section

(30:34) Responding to your Prometheus e-mail

Featured Review

(45:28) Moonrise Kingdom
(1:04:00) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
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Ep. 188 – Prometheus

David Chen — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 20:50:59 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam offer some faint praise for Snow White and the Huntsman, discuss the pleasures of getting into Dr. Who, reflect on the Blu-Rays for Alien and Breaking Bad, and try to make sense of Ridley Scott’s Prometheus.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing Moonrise Kingdom next week.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (02:30): Snow White and the Huntsman
Dave (11:30): Blu-Rays: Alien Anthology and Breaking Bad
Adam (23:18): Dr. Who

Featured Review

(31:38) Prometheus
(1:01:14) SPOILER section

Supplemental Articles

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
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Ep. 187 – Men in Black 3

David Chen — Mon, 28 May 2012 04:47:49 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss Wes Anderson’s delightful Moonrise Kingdom, try to figure out what went wrong with G.I. Joe Retaliation, and tell you whether the new Men in Black is worth seeing or not.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

Devindra (1:00): Moonrise Kingdom

Film News

GI Joe Retaliation moved back 9 months

Featured Review

(11:44) Men in Black (see also: The Movie Star)
(43:00) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going toaudiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
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Ep. 186 – Eden, Bernie, The End of Community, and The Dictator

David Chen — Sun, 20 May 2012 18:56:02 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam report from the Seattle International Film Festival, discuss Jack Black and Richard Linklater’s latest collaboration, mourn the end of Community as we know it, and review Sacha Baron Cohen’s latest scripted comedy.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

David (03:09: SIFF (Eden, The Intouchables, Take This Waltz), Jumanji
Devindra (18:45): Bernie
Adam (25:12): Redline, The Loved Ones, Survive Style 5+, Community

Featured Review

(52:16) The Dictator
(1:09:00) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going toaudiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
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Bonus Ep. – Taking An In-depth Look at The Future of the Marvel Movie Universe

David Chen — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:10:24 +0000

/Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta leads this bonus episode of the /Filmcast to chat about the future of the Marvel movie universe. He’s joined by /Film writer Germain Lussier as well as Totally Rad Show host Jeff Cannata.

Marvel Entertainment head Kevin Feige has said that Marvel has mapped out a plan leading towards their next big event film in 2015, which everyone assumes is The Avengers 2. Peter, Jeff, and Germain talk about the after effects of The Avengers, who was the guy in the end credits, what we can expect from the upcoming sequels: Iron Man 3, Thor 2, and Captain America 2, how this might all lead to a big screen adaptation of the Infinity Gauntlet or Civil War comic storylines, how the Guardians of the Galaxy might come into play, if we’ll see another Hulk film or a Bucky solo adaptation The Winter Soldier, when we’ll finally get Edgar Wright’s Ant-Man or a big screen Doctor Strange, what Disney Animation Studios might be planning to do in the Marvel Universe, the rights issues which prevent the Skrulls from appearing in the Marvel Universe and rides/attractions based on Marvel superheroes in Disney World, The Runaways, Power Pack, and much much more.

Ep. 185 – Bullying Film Critics and Dark Shadows (GUEST: Laremy Legel from Film.com)

David Chen — Sun, 13 May 2012 22:25:21 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam reflect on the online film world’s quest for uniformity and discuss Tim Burton’s latest collaboration with Johnny Depp, Dark Shadows. Special guest Laremy Legel joins us from film.com.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Shownotes

News

(02:12) Bullying Film Critics (AO Scott and Matt Singer)

Featured Review

(22:15) Dark Shadows
(46:30) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going toaudiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
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Ep. 184 – The Avengers (GUEST: Drew McWeeny from Hitfix)

David Chen — Sat, 05 May 2012 14:11:34 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam review Joss Whedon’s much-anticipated mega-blockbuster, The Avengers. Special guest Drew McWeeny joins us from Hitfix’s Motion Captured.

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Shownotes

Featured Review

(1:15) The Avengers
(26:24) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going toaudiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
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Ep. 183 – Sleepless Night (GUEST: Matt Singer from Indiewire)

David Chen — Tue, 01 May 2012 11:08:26 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam delve into Frederic Jardin’s bold new action film, Sleepless Night, which is available now on Video on Demand. Special guest Matt Singer joins us from Criticwire.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Shownotes

Featured Review

(3:28) Sleepless Night
(19:00) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
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Bonus Ep. – Sound of My Voice (GUEST: Matt Singer from Indiewire)

David Chen — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:46:15 +0000

Dave is joined by Matt Singer to discuss the cult-centered indie hit, Sound of My Voice. Sound of My Voice is out in theaters now.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. There will be no live broadcasts while Adam is in Holland, but we will be reviewing Sleepless Night (available now on VOD) next week.

Ep. 182 – God Bless America, and The Death of Film

David Chen — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:47:34 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss Bobcat Goldthwait’s newest film, God Bless America (available now on VOD) and reflect on what the imminent death of film means for filmgoers and for the movie industry.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing Sleepless Night (available now on VOD) next week. /Filmcast live broadcasts won’t be regular the next few months, but they’ll hopefully return in June.

Shownotes

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (01:18): God Bless America
Devindra (23:22): The Deep Blue Sea, The Legend of Korra

Discussion: The Death of Film

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our theme song comes courtesy of adamwarrock.com.
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
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Ep. 181 – The Cabin in the Woods (GUEST: Jeff Cannata from The Totally Rad Show)

David Chen — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 01:34:20 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam delve into Drew Goddard’s brilliant horror film deconstruction, Cabin in the Woods. Special guest Jeff Cannata joins us from The Totally Rad Show.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993.

Shownotes

Featured Review

(2:17) The Cabin in the Woods
(11:30) SPOILER section

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
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If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
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AD Ep. 180 – Joseph Kahn on Film Critics, Genre Movies, and Building the World of Detention

David Chen — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:00:29 +0000

David and Adam chat with director Joseph Kahn about the state of film criticism, the racial diversity of genre movies, and building the world of Detention. Detention is out in theaters today!

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing Cabin in the Woods next week. /Filmcast live broadcasts won’t be regular the next few months, but follow Dave on Twitter to see when we’ll be broadcasting next!

Ep. 180 – Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan’s Hope (GUEST: Joseph Kahn, Director of Detention)

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 02:48:07 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam take on the MPAA and wonder about the fate of Gary Ross’s work in the Hunger Games series of films. Also, can enthusiasm only take you so far? Or is it the key to unlocking your dreams? Special guest Joseph Kahn joins us to discuss. Kahn’s newest film, Detention, opens in limited release this Friday.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing Cabin in the Woods next week. /Filmcast live broadcasts won’t be regular the next few months, but follow Dave on Twitter to see when we’ll be broadcasting next!

Shownotes

Introduction

(04:20) Torque and Detention director Joseph Kahn joins us!

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (05:15): American Reunion
Devindra (08:38): New Girl, Game of Thrones S2
Adam (16:46): Fish Story

News Discussion

(23:25) Gary Ross Will Not Direct the Hunger Games Sequel
(27:50) Bully Gets PG-13 Rating

Featured Review

(34:38) Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan’s Hope

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
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Bonus Ep. – Wrath of the Titans and Goon (GUEST: Dave Gonzales from Latino Review)

David Chen — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 18:35:02 +0000

This week, Dave is joined by Dave Gonzales from Latino Review to discuss whether there’s anything redeemable about Wrath of the Titans. Later, Adam joins in to discuss the pleasures of Goon.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. There will be no live broadcasts while Adam is in the Netherlands, but we will be reviewing Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan’s New Hope next week.

Show Notes

Featured Review

(1:36) Wrath of the Titans
(21:10) Goon

Ep. 179 – The Hunger Games (GUEST: Tasha Robinson from the AV Club)

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:48:17 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the pleasures of texting in a theater, praise the wonders of Clone High and The Raid: Redemption, and compare Battle Royale to The Hunger Games (because nobody’s ever mentioned their similarities ever!). Tasha Robinson joins us from AV Club.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll most likely be reviewing Goon next week. /Filmcast live broadcasts won’t be regular the next few months, but follow Dave on Twitter to see when we’ll be broadcasting next!

Shownotes

Introduction

Tasha Robinson from the Onion AV Club joins us!

What We’ve Been Watching

Tasha Robinson (05:36): Clone High, Awake
David Chen (15:37): The Raid: Redemption
Devindra (21:50): Legend of Korra, Battle Royale Blu-Ray

News Discussion

Featured Review

(51:38) The Hunger Games

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from Point 22 courtesy of the Podsafe Network, and Brad Sucks
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
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Bonus Ep. – 21 Jump Street and Undefeated

David Chen — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:46:04 +0000

In this bonus episode, David Chen, Devindra Hardawar and Adam Quigley discuss two fantastic new releases out this weekend: 21 Jump Street and Undefeated. Also: Peter Sciretta returns to the /Filmcast!

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us for our next live broadcast on Sunday (3/25) at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST at slashfilm.com/live as we review Hunger Games.

Ep. 178 – John Carter (GUEST: Katey Rich from CinemaBlend)

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 03:01:25 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam are joined by Katey Rich to discuss the quality of the HBO film Game Change, the ineffectiveness of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, the devastating nature of The Snowtown Murders, and the disappointing box office performance of John Carter.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be reviewing 21 Jump Street next week. Join us for our next live broadcast on Sunday (3/25) at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST at slashfilm.com/live.

Shownotes

Introduction

Katey Rich from CinemaBlend joins us!

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (06:10): Game Change, The Snowtown Murders
Katey Rich (17:15): Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, Casa De Mi Padres
Devindra (27:05): Awake, Mass Effect 3

News Discussion

(33:50) Designer Ralph McQuarrie Has Died at 82
(34:48) Muppets Sequel Moves Forward without Jason Segel
(37:45) John Carter’s box office drama

Featured Review

(52:18) John Carter

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
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If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
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Bonus Ep. – Re-Assessing Take Shelter (GUEST: Brandon Lee Tenney from Firstshowing)

David Chen — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:31:01 +0000

David chats with Brandon Lee Tenney from Firstshowing about your wildly differing interpretations to the ending of Take Shelter. Be sure to listen to our initial review to hear all the relevant details.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us for our next live broadcast on Sunday (3/11) at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST at slashfilm.com/live as we review John Carter.

Bonus Ep. – Post-Oscars Beat Down (GUEST: Matt Singer from Indiewire)

David Chen — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:03:04 +0000

In this bonus episode, David Chen and Adam Quigley chat with Matt Singer from Indiewire about their reactions to the 84th annual Academy Awards. Who was snubbed? Who was justly rewarded? Tune in to find out!

AD Ep. 177 – The End of the Theatrical Experience (GUEST: Laremy Legel from Film.com)

David Chen — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 17:42:37 +0000

The /Filmcast: After Dark is a recording of what happens right after The /Filmcast is over, when the kids have gone to bed and the guys feel free to speak whatever is on their minds. In other words, it’s the leftover and disorganized ramblings, mindfarts, and brain diarrhea from The /Filmcast, all in one convenient audio file. In this episode, David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Laremy Legel make bets about the end of the theatrical experience and lament the state of society in its dealings with celebrities.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Tune in to Slashfilm’s live page on Sunday (3/11) at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST to hear us discuss John Carter.

Ep. 177 – Take Shelter (GUEST: Laremy Legel from Film.com)

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:20:16 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss Tony Kaye’s newest film Detachment, share thoughts on the career trajectory of Neveldine/Taylor, and get in a heated discussion about the ending of Take Shelter. Special guest Laremy Legel joins us from Film.com.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us for our next live broadcast at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST at slashfilm.com/live.

Shownotes

Introduction

Laremy Legel from Film.com joins us!

What We’ve Been Watching

Laremy (04:26): Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, An Idiot Abroad: Bucket List
David Chen (18:10): Detachment

News Discussion

(33:45) Brian Taylor is Making a Twisted Metal Film
(39:45) Transformers 4 is coming

Featured Review

(48:00) Take Shelter

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from Point 22 courtesy of the Podsafe Network, and Brad Sucks
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

AD Ep. 176 – When Directors Are Jerks

David Chen — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 14:43:11 +0000

The /Filmcast: After Dark is a recording of what happens right after The /Filmcast is over, when the kids have gone to bed and the guys feel free to speak whatever is on their minds. In other words, it’s the leftover and disorganized ramblings, mindfarts, and brain diarrhea from The /Filmcast, all in one convenient audio file. In this episode, David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Adam Quigley chat about whether/if/how film directors can be jerks on the internet, and enumerate the perils of internet fame.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Tune in to Slashfilm’s live page on Sunday (2/19) at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST to hear us discuss Take Shelter.

Ep. 176 – Certified Copy (GUEST: Scott Mendelson from Mendelson’s Memos)

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 04:28:04 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss the mediocrity of Safe House, despair for the next generation of digital natives, offer up some thoughts on the OSS 117 films, and try to make sense of Certified Copy. Special guest Scott Mendelson joins us from Mendelson’s Memos.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us for our next live broadcast at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST at slashfilm.com/live.

Shownotes

Introduction

What We’ve Been Watching

Scott (02:15): Safe House
David Chen (18:46): Mad Men Marathon Continued, Afterschool
Devindra (28:30): Coriolanus, OSS 117: Cairo: Nest of Spies

News Discussion

(35:58) Bourne Legacy Trailer
(43:10) George Lucas Claims Han Never Shot First

Featured Review

(1:04:00) Certified Copy

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from Point 22 courtesy of the Podsafe Network, and Brad Sucks
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
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Ep. 175 – Chronicle

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:01:55 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam chat about the perils of marathoning Mad Men, dissect the pleasures of marathoning Skins, lament the nonsense of Ultraviolet, and assess this year’s Super Bowl ads.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us for our next live broadcast at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST at slashfilm.com/live.

Shownotes

Introduction

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (01:45): Mad Men
Adam (10:16): Skins, The Good Wife

News Discussion

(25:30) Super Bowl trailers: Avengers, John Carter
(36:25) On Ultraviolet (for digital copies)

Featured Review

(46:35) Chronicle

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from Point 22 courtesy of the Podsafe Network, and Brad Sucks
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

AD Ep. 174 – The State of Video on Demand

David Chen — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:15:01 +0000

The /Filmcast: After Dark is a recording of what happens right after The /Filmcast is over, when the kids have gone to bed and the guys feel free to speak whatever is on their minds. In other words, it’s the leftover and disorganized ramblings, mindfarts, and brain diarrhea from The /Filmcast, all in one convenient audio file. In this episode, David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Adam Quigley chat about the state of VOD and respond to your e-mails about their recent reviews.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Tune in to Slashfilm’s live page on Monday (2/06) at 10 PM EST / 7 PM PST to hear us discuss Chronicle.

Ep. 174 – The Grey

David Chen — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:57:14 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam chat about this year’s Oscar nominations and point out how Warner Brothers continues to try and screw over its customers.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. There won’t be any live broadcast next week on account of the Super Bowl, but we will be reviewing Chronicle.

Shownotes

Introduction

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (01:00): A Separation, Certified Copy
Devindra (10:20): Kill List, Tim and Eric’s Billion Dollar Movie

News Discussion

(26:53) 84th Academy Award Nominations
(41:52) Warner Brothers Won’t Let You Add Movies To Your Netflix Queue

Featured Review

(45:23) The Grey

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsors, Audible and Hover. Get a free audio book download by going to audiblepodcast.com/Filmcast and save 10% off your domain name registrations by going to hover.com/filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from Point 22 courtesy of the Podsafe Network, and Brad Sucks
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
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AD Ep. 173 – The Favorite and The Best (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

David Chen — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:13:19 +0000

The /Filmcast: After Dark is a recording of what happens right after The /Filmcast is over, when the kids have gone to bed and the guys feel free to speak whatever is on their minds. In other words, it’s the leftover and disorganized ramblings, mindfarts, and brain diarrhea from The /Filmcast, all in one convenient audio file. In this episode, David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Adam Quigley chat with Joanna Robinson about what the difference is between their “favorite” and the “best” films of the year, analyze the hollow phenomenon of Chuck Norris, and discuss the relative quality of Superman Returns.

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Ep. 173 – Haywire (GUEST: Joanna Robinson from Pajiba)

Devindra Hardawar — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:41:26 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam argue about the quality of Gavin O’Connor’s Warrior, offer praise for this season’s Justified (check out the JustifiedCast here!) and wonder what the hell the MPAA is doing these days. Special guest Joanna Robinson joins us from Pajiba.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us at Slashfilm’s Live page on Sunday (1/29) as we discuss The Grey.

Shownotes

Introduction

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (01:20): Warrior
Devindra (11:30): Alcatraz, House of Lies
Adam (18:23): Justified (Season 3 Premiere)

News Discussion

Featured Review

(42:15) Haywire
- Joanna Robinson joins us from Pajiba!

Credits

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Interview: Errol Morris

David Chen — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:57:32 +0000

In this episode, David chats extensively with writer/director Errol Morris about his book, Believing is Seeing, as well as Morris’ newest film Tabloid, which provoked the ire of that film’s subject.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us for our next live broadcast on Sunday, January 22 at Slashfilm’s live page where we’ll be discussing Haywire.

Ep. 172 – Melancholia (GUEST: Alison Willmore from Movieline)

David Chen — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:30:54 +0000

This week, Dave Chen, Devindra, and Adam chat about the virtues of Downton Abbey, debate the merits of Another Earth, and discuss their most anticipated films of 2012. Special guest Alison Willmore joins us from Movieline.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Join us at Slashfilm’s Live page on Sunday (1/22) as we discuss Haywire.

Shownotes

Introduction

(01:28) Thanks for coming to The Tobolowsky Files Live! Join us in February at The Bell House (2/28) and at the Coolidge Corner Theater (2/27)!

What We’ve Been Watching

David Chen (05:09): Flowers of War
Devindra (12:00): Downton Abbey, Norwegian Wood
Adam (20:25): Justified, Another Earth

News Discussion

(35:23) Our Most Anticipated Films of 2012

Featured Review

(51:00) Melancholia

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Hover. Get 10% off your domain name registration by going to Hover.com/Filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from Point 22 courtesy of the Podsafe Network, and Brad Sucks
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Ep. 171 – The Top 10 Movies of 2011

Devindra Hardawar — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 23:59:22 +0000

This week, Dave, Devindra, and Adam count down their top 10 movies of 2011 and reflect on this past exciting year in pop culture.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. We’ll be broadcasting again on January 15, 2012 at slashfilm’s live page.

Shownotes

Introduction

(01:30) Looking back at 2011

Discussion

(06:15) Our favorite pop culture moments
(13:00) How we choose our lists
(15:17) Devindra’s top ten
(38:05) Dave and Adam’s top ten
(1:38:10) Biggest disappointments

Credits

A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible. You can get a free audio book by going to audiblepodcast.com/filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from Point 22 courtesy of the Podsafe Network, and Brad Sucks
If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.
Contact us at our voicemail number: 781-583-1993
You can donate and support the /Filmcast by going to www.slashfilmcast.com and clicking on the left-hand side “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!

Bonus Ep. – War Horse

David Chen — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:54:58 +0000

In this episode, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss War Horse. Spielberg has proven he can direct effective and epic war films. Does he succeed again here? Tune in to find out.

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Bonus Ep. – Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows (GUEST: Tasha Robinson from AV Club)

David Chen — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:50:35 +0000

In this episode, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows. Can Guy Ritchie, Robert Downey Jr., and Jude Law make period crime-sleuth lightning strike twice? Tune in to find out! Special guest Tasha Robinson joins us from AV Club. Be sure to check out Tasha’s awesome podcast, Reasonable Discussions.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Live broadcasts will resume in 2012.

Bonus Ep. – Shame (GUEST: Stephen Tobolowsky)

David Chen — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:50:50 +0000

Dave chats with Stephen Tobolowsky about Steve McQueen’s controversial new film, Shame. Is the Michael Fassbender nudity worth the price of admission? The answer may surprise you. Come see Stephen and David LIVE at the Neptune Theater in Seattle on January 7th, 2012!

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Bonus Ep. – Young Adult (GUEST: Tasha Robinson from AV Club)

David Chen — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:43:08 +0000

In this episode, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss Young Adult. How did the Reitman/Cody team fare this time around in depicting life in small town America? Tune in to find out! Special guest Tasha Robinson joins us from AV Club. Be sure to check out Tasha’s awesome podcast, Reasonable Discussions.

You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Live broadcasts will resume in 2012.

Bonus Ep. – The Adventures of Tintin (GUEST: Scott Mendelson from Mendleson’s Memos)

David Chen — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 13:20:48 +0000

In this episode, Dave, Devindra, and Adam discuss The Adventures of Tintin. How does Spielberg’s first foray into motion capture/animation fare? Tune in to find out! Special guest Scott Mendelson joins us from Mendelson’s Memos.

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Bonus Ep. – The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

David Chen — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 03:20:03 +0000

In this episode, Dave Chen, Devindra Hardawar, Angie Han, and Adam Quigley discuss The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011). Do screenwriter Steven Zaillian and director David Fincher find something to add to the pulpy source material? Tune in to find out!

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