Cinephile's Digest

The gruesome twosome of Matt and Travis are here to rock your world this week to discuss “Knives Out”, the new star-studded whodunit from writer/director Rian Johnson. We also dig into the first four episodes of the new Disney+ series “The Mandalorian”. The aforementioned Johnson directed the last polarizing installment in the mainline Star Wars franchise, which we LOVED. So how does this new TV series stack up? You’re gonna have to check ‘er out to see. 0:00 – Introductions 14:35 – “Knives Out” Spoiler-Free Review 25:47 – “Knives Out” Review Continued 42:09 – “The Mandalorian” Spoiler-Free Review 47:53 – “The Mandalorian” Review Continued 55:21 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: The Mandalorian Main Theme – Ludwig Göransson Outro: I’m Already Gone - Baroness

Nearly two weeks ahead of its upcoming release on Netflix, the gang reconvenes to discuss the latest film from the man, the myth, the legend. We’re talkin’ Marty Scorsese and “The Irishman”. We also have reviews of the new films from Korean master Bong Joon Ho and New Zealand funnyman Taika Waititi, “Parasite” and “Jojo Rabbit”, respectively. It’s a loaded episode. Enjoy. 0:00 – Introductions 15:25 – “The Irishman” Spoiler-Free Review 37:30 – “Parasite” Spoiler-Free Review 51:39 – “Parasite” Review Continued 1:03:40 – “Jojo Rabbit” Spoiler-Free Review 1:18:55 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: I Want to Hold Your Hand – The Beatles Outro: Buffalo Buffalo – Spanish Love Songs

Welcome all ‘ye seadogs out there for tunin’ into the finest podcast of the seven seas. We be reviewing the latest moving picture from the scallywag known as Robert Eggers, and that movie be “The Lighthouse”! Arrg, and we’d be remiss ‘ter not mention that it’s almost Halloween, the time of year where all the monsters swim up from the darkest depths of the ocean to wreak havoc on me and me mateys. As an offering to the sea gods, we have ranked all the best scary movies from the last 10 years that even a sailor sick with scurvy could appreciate. So baton down the hatches and get ‘ye sea legs under ‘ye, because this episode is a rockin’. 0:00 – Introductions 16:57 – “The Lighthouse” Spoiler-Free Review 41:10 – “The Lighthouse” Review Continued 56:11 – The Best Horror Films of the 2010s 1:25:35 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: A Nightmare On My Street – DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince Outro: Pumpkin Eyes – Silver Scooter

We’ve reached a HUGE milestone here on Cinephile’s Digest which we’re super proud to present to our listeners. We did episode 68. Who cares about episode 70. This is episode 69, AKA the goal of any person(s) participating in this great medium. It’s a packed show, with a HEATED review of the controversial supervillain origin movie “Joker”, as well as a great discussion of the new sci-fi epic “Ad Astra”, starring Bradjamin Pitt. This is one of our personal favorite episodes that we’ve done. We hope it’s as fun to listen to as it was to make, and thank you so much for helping us reach this major achievement. 0:00 – Introductions 14:09 – “Joker” Spoiler-Free Review 41:45 – “Joker” Review Continued 58:06 – “Ad Astra” Spoiler-Free Review 1:23:55 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Send in the Clowns – Frank Sinatra Outro: Alternative Ulster – Stiff Little Fingers SHOUTOUT (2:17:10) – Beefy Bois Bud Club (https://open.spotify.com/show/74KwEHTfjzdNNqcBB96TKm)

The chosen one returns to the show after his parental leave. Tom is welcomed back into the gang to discuss “IT Chapter 2” and “Hustlers”. Jenny from the block extorts some cocks, and Pennywise brings the schlock. 0:00 – Introductions 16:53 – “IT Chapter 2” Spoiler-Free Review 39:06 – “Hustlers” Spoiler-Free Review 1:05:39 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: The Right Stuff – New Kids On the Block Outro: I Get Money – 50 Cent

We give the fans what they want, and they want Paris! We welcome her back to the show this week to discuss the horror-comedy flick “Ready or Not”, as well as the whimsical indie adventure film “The Peanut Butter Falcon”. Without giving too much away, we quite fancied these two movies. Ready or not…here we cum! 0:00 – Introductions 20:53 – “Ready or Not” Spoiler-Free Review 36:40 – “The Peanut Butter Falcon” Spoiler-Free Review 54:55 – “The Peanut Butter Falcon” Review Continued 1:12:01 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: The Hide and Seek Song – Ready or Not (OST) Outro: Randy, I Am The Liquor – Free Throw

Matt plus a couple of good bros get together to review "Good Boys" as well as the spooky horror-mystery flick "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark". We're joined this episode by Tyler, fellow good bro and literal brother of Travis. In addition to our reviews, we also talk through another bracket to determine the best comedy movie of the 2010s. Which movie did we crown the victor? Listen to find out. 0:00 – Introductions 7:35 – “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” Spoiler-Free Review 24:36 – “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” Review Continued 30:47 – “Good Boys” Spoiler-Free Review 46:51 – “Good Boys” Review Continued 1:07:53 – Best Comedies of the 2010s Bracket 1:45:10 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Nobody Speak feat. Run the Jewels – DJ Shadow Intermission: Jungle Fever – The Chakachas Outro: Lauren (Track 2) – Prince Daddy & The Hyena

Two previous guests return to the show to talk all things Quentin Tarantino. Paris and Jay join us to discuss Tarantino’s 9th feature film, “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” as well as an in-depth ranking of the director’s entire filmography. We also review the debut feature from writer/director Lulu Wang, “The Farewell”. This is the longest episode we have ever done in the almost three years we’ve been doing this show, so there’s a lot to digest. Hahaha. Get it? 0:00 – Introductions 18:23 – “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” Spoiler-Free Review 56:22 – “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” Review Continued 1:29:44 – Roundtable Ranking of Tarantino’s Filmography 2:58:16 – “The Farewell” Review 3:26:10 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Straight Shooter – The Mamas and the Papas Outro: Them Changes - Thundercat

Another episode, another review of a major Disney release. This week we tackle their latest attempt to further milk the nostalgia teat, "The Lion King". To make things even better, our other featured review also contains animal antics, though of a very different variety. Horror hounds should enjoy our discussion of the new creature feature, "Crawl". We got gators, we got crocs, reptile lizards say we rock! 0:00 – Introductions 8:12 – “The Lion King” Review 27:13 – “Crawl” Review 43:58 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Circle of Life – The Lion King OST run - pronoun

For the first time in quite awhile, we’ve got a triple feature! On this episode we dissect the latest film in the MCU, “Spider-Man: Far From Home” as well as the highly anticipated horror film from director Ari Aster, “Midsommar”. Sandwiched in the middle is a little movie that didn’t hit many screens, we were absolutely stoked for, which is “The Last Black Man in San Francisco”. Hit that play button and dig in. 0:00 – Introductions 13:56 – “Spider-Man: Far From Home” Spoiler-Free Review 29:44 – “Spider-Man: Far From Home” Review Continued 39:37 – “The Last Black Man in San Francisco” Review 51:39 – “Midsommar” Spoiler-Free Review 1:12:25 – “Midsommar” Review Continued 1:23:59 – What We’ve Been Watching Music San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair) – Mike Marshall

The original Toy Story trilogy is one of the finest in all of film (if you ask us, anyway), and many would argue ended perfectly with the third chapter. Well, Disney and Pixar had other plans, which is why the gang has gotten together to review the latest (last?) installment, “Toy Story 4”. How does it stack up against the first three films? Is it crucial viewing, or simply another cash grab? Guess you’ll have to listen to find out. 0:00 – Introductions 12:44 – “Toy Story 4” Spoiler-Free Review 30:18 – “Toy Story 4” Review Continued 43:26 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: You’ve Got A Friend In Me – Randy Newman (Toy Story OST) Outro: Elvis Is in the Freezer – Ratboys

Baby, we’re still standing after all this time. The gang returns to spend some time talking about feminist millennials and a glamorous Englishman. Join us for in-depth reviews of two new feature films: the Elton John biopic “Rocketman” and the witty/raunchy coming-of-age comedy “Booksmart”. As always, we also get into all the other media we’ve consumed since we last met. Enjoy! 0:00 – Introductions 17:25 – “Rocketman” Spoiler-Free Review 48:54 – “Booksmart” Spoiler-Free Review 1:05:22 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: I’m Still Standing – Elton John Outro: Slip Away – Perfume Genius

Baba Yaga is back, baby! Join us for a review of the hotly anticipated action sequel, “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum”. We also take a trip down nostalgia lane and spend some quality time with our childhood friends, the Pocket Monsters. Is Pikachu as loveable and squishable as he looks in the previews? Better queue up the episode to find out. 0:00 – Introductions 9:10 – “Game of Thrones” SPOILER DISCUSSION 31:27 – “John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum” Spoiler-FreeReview 54:41 – “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” Review Continued 1:05:10 – “Pokemon Detective Pikachu” Review 1:28:00 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Pokemon Theme Song Outro: Killing Strangers – Marilyn Manson

CLICK CLICK BOOM. The time has finally come, y’all. An event 11 years and 22 films in the making has arrived, as the MCU’s Phase Three comes to an end with “Avengers: Endgame”. If you’re the only jabroni out there who has yet to see the film, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with a 20-minute long spoiler-free discussion of the film, followed by almost 40 minutes of spoiler-filled discussion for the other 7 billion nerds out there. Oh yeah, and we also talk about that shitty Ted Bundy movie that’s on Netflix now. Dig in. 0:00 – Introductions 19:50 – “Game of Thrones” SPOILER DISCUSSION 31:44 – “Avengers: Endgame” Spoiler-Free Review 50:59 – “Avengers: Endgame” Review Continued 1:26:29 – “Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile” Review 1:46:41 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Click Click Boom - Saliva Outro: Avengers: Endgame Theme – Alan Silvestri

We’ve got a horror double feature for y’all this week. First up we discuss Jordan Peele’s highly anticipated sophomore film, “Us”. We also dish some dirt on the remake (reboot? reimagining?) of “Pet Sematary”. First-time guest Haley joins us to discuss these two spooky features, and much more. 0:00 – Introductions 17:31 – “Us” Review (SPOILERS) 47:10 – “Pet Sematary” Review 1:12:14 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: I Got 5 On It - LUNIZ Outro: Pet Sematary (Ramones Cover) – Groovie Ghoulies

Another day, another entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Join us as we dissect “Captain Marvel”, as well as the Netflix original film, “Triple Frontier”. How does the 21st entry into the MCU stack up against the rest? Did Ben Affleck’s new schlubby dad bod win us over? Listen to find out. 0:00 – Introductions 13:10 – “Captain Marvel” Review 41:44 – “Triple Frontier” Review 56:29 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Skin Peels - WOAHNOWS Outro: Orion - Metallica

We saw movies! And the Oscars! Join us this episode as we review “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” and the Netflix original film “Paddleton”, in addition to a recap of the 2019 Academy Awards. Curious how we did on our Oscar nomination picks? Only one way to find out. 0:00 – Introductions/Academy Awards 19:15 – “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” Review 37:47 – “Paddleton” Review 1:00:07 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Bellyache – Spanish Love Songs Outro: Silver - Waxahatchee

After a brief hiatus due to inclement weather, the boys are back in town! Join Matt, Tom and Travis as we review two new releases: “Alita: Battle Angel” and the Netflix original “Velvet Buzzsaw”. We also go through the Oscar nominations and offer picks for each category in anticipation of the upcoming ceremony. Enjoy! 0:00 – Introductions 11:15 – Academy Awards 33:54 – “Alita: Battle Angel” Spoiler-Free Review 47:50 – “Alita: Battle Angel” Review Continued 57:30 – “Velvet Buzzsaw” Review 1:12:20 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Spy Kids Theme – Spy Kids (OST) Outro: Suedehead - Morrissey

Tommy Bahama is M.I.A. this week, so our good friend Paris steps in to take his spot. Join us for a discussion of M. Night Shyamalan’s new superhero movie, “Glass”. Do you like reveals? We like reveals. We talk about reveals, and we may even reveal a reveal of our own. Don’t miss this nail-biter of an episode. 0:00 – Introductions 17:35 – “Glass” Spoiler-Free Review 43:58 – “Glass” Review Continued 1:10:22 – What We’ve Been Watching Music Intro: Get Bummed Out – Remember Sports Outro: Rubber Room – The Lillingtons

We look forward to this one every year. The gang is back together to discuss the movies of 2018. First bit of the show is some general discussion regarding the year as a whole, leading into the main event: our Top 10 lists for the year. We close the show with some more discussion points and even give out a few awards. You don’t want to miss this one. 0:00 – Introductions 1:45 – General 2018 Discussion 16:08 – Top 10 of 2018 1:36:45 – Honorable Mentions, Discussion and Awards Music Intro: Children of the New Dawn - Jóhann Jóhannsson (Mandy OST) Intermission 1: Dark Street – Jonny Greenwood (You Were Never Really Here OST) Intermission 2: Suspirium – Thom Yorke (Suspiria OST) Outro: Always Remember Us This Way – Lady Gaga (A Star is Born OST)