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3 Women with Joey LePage and Lindsey Robertson

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500

A very special episode! Brock and Jason are joined by the dynamic duo of Joey LePage and Lindsey Robertson--the pair behind the funny, touching, and brilliant film Party People--to talk Robert Altman's 3 Women. A dreamy conversation for a dreamy film.

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Kin-dza-dza!, Abruptio, and Sunday: Gift Exchange Episode part 2

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500

We're finally back with the second part of gift exchange. On this episode we're talking the Soviet film Kin-dza-dza!, the puppet thriller Abruptio, and the 1997 film Sunday. Also, prediction markets suck. Enjoy the show.

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The Long Goodbye

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Welcome back, screamers. On today's show: more of the early-Alts with Altman's take on the private eye (and we mean the private eye: Marlowe) The Long Goodbye. It's a shaggy, laconic tale of friendship, deception, and a man out of time and place. We also wonder what it would be like to be drug lords...but, you know, altruistic drug lords.

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'The Confession' Interview: Will Canon, Italia Ricci, Scott Mechlowicz, and Zachary Golinger,

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500

We're back with our interviews from DIFF. On this episode, we chat with the director and cast of 'The Confession.' This film is nuanced, and layered--a movie that only gets better the more you watch it.

More DIFF interviews coming soon.

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California Split with special guest Will Canon

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

What a treat! A special entry into the Early Alts...We are joined by Will Canon, director, most recently, of The Confession, to talk about Robert Altman's gambling/buddy movie California Split. Will is welcome back any time.

The Confession is streaming everywhere you might stream a movie. Check out the trailer here.

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Mami Wata, Only the River Flows, and Suzhou River: Holiday Gift Exchange Episode Part 1

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

It's part one of our holiday gift exchange! The gifts that Brock gave Jason were the films: Mami Wata, Only the River Flows, and Suzhou River. Also discussions about the Letterboxd rental program, MoviePass, and Police Academy 5: Mission to Moscow. They all connect...somehow.

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Special Holiday Episode: ingle Bell Heist; Regalo di Natale; Christmas, Again; Mon Oncle Antoine; The World of Kanako; and Santa Claus (Santa Claus vs. the Devil).

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

It's a belated Holiday Special episode...although still within the 12 days of Christmas. We've got a loaded episode full of some, well, interesting films. Some you may even want to add to your own Holiday playlist: Jingle Bell Heist; Regalo di Natale; Christmas, Again; Mon Oncle Antoine; The World of Kanako; and Santa Claus (Santa Claus vs. the Devil).

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The Smashing Machine, Bugonia, and Images

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Another episode, another Altman film. This time, the forgotten/under seen, Images from 1972, starring Susannah York and Renee Auberjonois. We also talk two new films: The Smashing Machine (the first solo-Safdie), and the latest from Yorgos Lanthimos, Bugonia. And we touch on the QT vs. Paul Dano affair and which billionaire controls the future of movies.

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Good Boy (2022), Good Boy (2025), and McCabe and Mrs. Miller

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

We're back with a double feature of Good Boys: Good Boy (2022) and Good Boy (2025). And we also continue our journey into the early-Alts with Robert Altman's McCabe and Mrs. Miller. Brock's dog, Marcy, asks the question: what about good girls? And was Ed Burns too good looking?

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Lurker, Relay, and Brewster McCloud with Rugby Ryan Morris

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Hey, Screamers, we have a special guest on today's episode! It's 'Rugby' Ryan Morris, and he's here to help us talk about three films: Lurker, Relay, and another one from Robert Altman, Brewster McCloud. We also chat about sumo, disposable income, movies we're looking forward to, and so much more. Enjoy!

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Him, Highest 2 Lowest, and Mash

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500

On today's episode: three films that ask the question: yes, but at what cost? Albeit in very different ways. We're talking "Him," Spike Lee's Kurosawa re-imagining, "Highest 2 Lowest," and our first trip to the early Alts with Robert Altman's "Mash." At least one of these films was fun to watch.

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Together, Weapons, The Crow (1994), and an apology to Chloe Zhao

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500

We're a little late to the party, but, hey, we were busy--we finally talk 'Together', and 'Weapons' Two buzzy horror films. We also look back at 1994s 'The Crow.' And also, Brock apologizes to Chloe Zhao. He hopes she forgives him.

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Special episode: "The Fantastic Golem Affairs" and an Interview with Burnin' Percebes

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500

What a special episode we have for you today. First, we discuss the charming, riotous, bawdy new Spanish film "The Fantastic Golem Affairs," and then we have a conversation with the filmmakers: Burnin' Percebes (Juan González and Fernando Martínez). Listen to the whole episode! Or skip to the conversation with Burnin Percebes (that's the really important part)! Keep an eye out for a screening of "The Fantastic Golem Affairs" near you. And keep a close watch on these brilliant, funny filmmakers.

The Fantastic Golem Affairs trailer

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'Eddington,' 'Sorry, Baby,' and Amanda Kramer's 'Give Me Pity!'

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Another episode, another three films you don't necessarily expect to be in conversation with one another...Eddington, Sorry, Baby, and Give Me Pity!

This will be last Amanda Kramer film for a while until So Unreal and By Design are released. But rest assured, when that happens, we'll be on it.

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I Know What You Did Last Summer; 28 Years Later; Good Will Hunting; and Please Baby Please

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500

We're back with a new "regular" episode after a string of interviews and festival recaps (which we hope you enjoyed). Today, we dig into all kinds of stuff and it takes us all kinds of places. On the docket: I Know What You Did Last Summer (lega(c)sequel); 28 Years Later; Good Will Hunting (dangerous banger); and Please Baby Please (the Amanda Kramer Experience). Have fun!

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'Motherland' Interview: Evan Matthews

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500

The last in our DIFF Interview series: we sit down with 'Motherland' director Evan Matthews. Such a rewarding, vulnerable discussion. This film is one that raises so many issues and forces the viewer to ask themselves important questions. Watch this one over and over once it becomes available.

Motherland trailer.

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'Eastern Western' Interview: Biliana and Marina Grozdanova

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500

This was such a wonderful conversation with the filmmakers Biliana and Marina Grozdanova. 'Eastern Western' is a beautiful immigrant story--and so much more. It really was our honor to talk to these wonderful artists and people. 'Eastern Western' premiered at DIFF, so keep your eyes open for your chance to catch this at a theater or screener near you.

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OCFF Day Four: Part 2: Last Day 'Peacock,' 'Softshell,' and 'Messy'

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:28:49 -0500

It's our final Driving While Screaming for the 2025 Oak Cliff Film Festival. It was a good festival (it always is), good slate of films. Some real standouts that we can't wait to watch again. If you were in attendance, we'd love to hear your thoughts on the festival, and any films you were impressed with. Talk to you soon...

Check out OCFF 25

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OCFF Day Four: Part 1: 'Sinners'

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:13:04 -0500

It's the last day of the Oak Cliff Film Festival 2025. We decided to finally talk 'Sinners' (and other things) on our drive to the Texas Theatre. Make sure to check out part 2 for the final OCFF films.

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OCFF Day Three: Part 2: 'East of Wall,' 'Removal of the Eye,' '$Positions,' 'Fucktoys,' and 'Reveries: The Mind Prison' (After)

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 08:53:55 -0500

Day three of the Oak Cliff Film Festival. We just spent twelve hours watching movies. We're tired; Brock's cranky. It's a tough job. Someone has to do it. You're welcome.

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OCFF Day Three: Part 1: 'The Surfer' (Before)

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 08:43:51 -0500

On our drive to day three of the Oak Cliff Film Festival, we have a chat about the latest Nic Cage vehicle, 'The Surfer' (and toxic masculinity, gentrification ,NIMBYism, feminism, the man-o-sphere...)

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OCFF Day Two: Part 2: 'The Maya Deren Project,' and 'Lockjaw' (After)

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 08:06:59 -0500

Part Two, Day Two. On the after portion of today's Driving While Screaming, we get into 'The Maya Deren Project,' a series of Deren's short films accompanied by a 10,000 Lakes live score. We also saw the scrappy, charming comedy, 'Lockjaw' directed by Sabrina Greco. Stay tuned for Day Three.

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OCFF Day Two: Part 1: 'Materialists' (Before)

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 07:50:20 -0500

On today's Driving While Screaming, a two-parter. On our drive to the festival (part 1: before), we discuss Celine Song's new film, 'Materialists.' More OCFF in part two...

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Oak Cliff Film Festival Day 1: 'Obex'

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:18:30 -0500

We are back with another rendition of Driving While Screaming! This time, it's the Oak Cliff Film Festival version. We'll be bringing you nightly recaps over the next four days. This episode is a meandering one that covers so many things, but most importantly Albert Birney's new film 'Obex.'

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'DIY: The Rise and Fall and Rise of Punk Rock' Interview with Joel Herrera and Rolo Cantu

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Another entry in our DIFF interview series. This time, a documentary: DIY: The Rise and Fall and Rise of Punk Rock. It's a doc that's true to its name, and ethos--as are the filmmakers Joel Herrera and Rolo Cantu.

DIY: The Rise and Fall and Rise of Punk Rock teaser

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'Party People' Interview: Lindsey Robertson, and Joey LePage

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500

There is no way to accurately describe to you how much fun we had talking to Lindsey and Joey--the duo responsible for the brilliant, funny, touching, insightful, crazy-smart film 'Party People.' We can't wait for you all to see this movie when it hits screens. Good Lord, these two are the absolute best.

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'Happy as Larry' Interview: Hugo Andre, Calvin Crawley, Kevin Walls, and Lucas Ferrara

Tue, 27 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Winner of the International Feature Audience Award at DIFF 2025, Happy as Larry is moving, funny story of a unsatisfied man out for one last adventure. It's a buddy movie, an existential exploration, and a deeply human film. What a great conversation with these guys. Watch out for this one...and watch out for every one involved.

Happy as Larry trailer

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Special Episode: Interview with Carrie Courogen, author of 'Miss May Does Not Exist'

Sat, 24 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Wow, wow, wow, a very special episode, Screamers. We talk to Carrie Courogen, author of Miss May Does Not Exist...that's right, Carrie Courogen literally wrote the book on Elaine May. Enjoy the conversation.

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Café Chairel Interview: Fernando Barreda Luna, and Leo Deluglio

Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Café Chairel is a beautiful, subtle film about two people looking to heal and eventually move forward with their lives. We spoke to the director and one of the film's stars. Do yourself a favor and watch this film when it hits screens.

More about Café Chairel

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'Opus,' 'Death of A Unicorn,' and Amanda Kramer's 'Ladyworld'

Sat, 10 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded before our DIFF adventures, this episode delves into two new A24 releases: Opus, and Death of A Unicorn. A24 having its own kind of flavor provided an interesting way to look at these two films. We also continue with our look at Amanda Kramer's filmography with the outstanding, and undersign, Ladyworld.

More DIFF interviews coming May 12.

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'Due West' Interview: Evan Miller, Adrianne Palicki, and Henry Thomas

Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Due West is a gut punch (in a good way) of a film. It's timely, relevant, and forces viewers to confront preconceived notions. We sat down with director Evan Miller as well as stars Adrianne Palicki and Henry Thomas. Enjoy the conversation.

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The Salamander King Interview: Austin Nichols, and Adrianne Palicki

Mon, 05 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Hey there screamers, as part of our coverage of this years Dallas International Film Festival, we sat down with filmmakers and cast members from a number of films. We'll be bringing those interviews to you every couple of days over the coming weeks. First up is Austin Nichols and Adrianne Palicki director and star of The Salamander King, a charming comedy about big ideas and a community of weirdos. enjoy the conversation.

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DIFF 2025 Last Day: Motherland, and Barron's Cove

Fri, 02 May 2025 07:44:14 -0500

It's the last day of DIFF 2025, which means the last bit of Driving While Screaming (at least until the Oak Cliff Film Festival). On tonight's drive back, we talk Motherland, and Barron's Cove. DIFF 2025 was truly fantastic. We'll have extended coverage and interviews coming soon.

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DIFF 2025 Day 5: DIY: The Rise and Fall of Punk, Party People, and Eastern Western

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:14:14 -0500

Day 5, a day of interviewing the wonderful filmmakers behind the following films: DIY: The Rise and Fall of Punk, Party People, and Eastern Western. Stay tuned, those interviews are coming soon.

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DIFF 2025 Day 4: Andre is an Idiot, All That We Love, and Toxic

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:24:31 -0500

Driving and Screaming: DIFF Recap Day 4 features the films Andre is an Idiot, All That We Love, and Toxic. We also swear at motorists.

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DIFF 2025 Day 3: 'Cafe Chairel,' 'Friendship,' 'Happy as Larry,' and 'Black Spines'

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:27:09 -0500

Day 3 was another busy day of yapping and watching films. Today: Cafe Chairel, Friendship, Happy as Larry, and Black Spines. Come for the movie talk, stay for the bad Jimmy Stewart impressions and near car crashes.

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DIFF 2025 Day 2: 'Due West,' and 'The Other'

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 07:31:18 -0500

Day 2 of DIFF 25. And Day 2 of nightly recaps. We talk about the films Due West, and The Other. Two films that already feel like standouts at this year's festival.

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DIFF 2025 Day 1: Salamander King, Omaha, and Daniela Forever

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 06:50:22 -0500

The Dallas International Film Festival is back! And that means we're back with daily festival recaps--Driving and Screaming. The first day: Salamander King, Omaha, and Daniela Forever.

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'Borderline,' 'The Monkey,' and Amanda Kramer's 'Paris Window'

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 00:56:00 -0500

On today's episode, we start our look at the filmography of Amanda Kramer with her, technically, first film: Paris Window. We also discuss the new films Borderline, and The Monkey, as well as remembering Val Kilmer and ranting about theaters (again).

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Gene Hackman Special Episode: Scarecrow, Night Movies, The Package, and Loose Cannons.

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Welcome back screamers to another episode where we discuss one of the great actors of our time—Gene Hackman. Gene hackman passed away in February, and we are here to look at a handful of his films: Scarecrow, Night Moves, The Package, and Loose Cannons.

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The Second Annual Screamies!

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500

“The Screamy is given in recognition of achievements (or lack thereof) in direction, performance, and “should have’s” that represents Wilhelm’s iconoclasm and overall opinionated views during “the previous year.”

Tonight, we invite you to Scream, sit back, and enjoy.

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'The Brutalist,' 'Oh, Canada,' and 'Companion'

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

We are back, Screamers! And today we're looking at three brand new(ish) films: the Oscar contender 'The Brutalist,' Paul Schrader's look at a dying artist, and the robot love story 'Companion.' Sit back and scream.

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'Emilia Perez,' 'Conclave,' and Kelly Reichardt's 'Showing Up'

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

On today's show we look at the Oscar contenders "Emilia Perez," and "Conclave." We also finish our look at the filmography of Kelly Reichardt with a beautiful and funny take on the creative process (and more) in "Showing Up." Brock loses his Silly Putty, so stay tuned to future episodes to see if he finds it.

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'Nosferatu,' 'Anora,' and Kelly Reichardt's 'First Cow'

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500

We're back, Screamers, with another banger of an episode. A couple new films with Robert Eggers' take on Nosferatu, and Sean Baker's retconning of Pretty Woman with 'Anora.' We also dip back into Kelly Reichardt's filmography with 'First Cow' a platonic love story/anti-manifest destiny/capitalist allegory.

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Xmas Gift Exchange: The Apple, Viva La Muerte, Drop Dead Gorgeous, Space Raiders, Three O'Clock High, and About Endlessness

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500

This episode is a doozy. It's our Christmas gift exchange episode! Jason gifted three movies to Brock: The Apple, Drop Dead Gorgeous, and Three O'Clock High; and Brock gifted Jason three movies: Viva La Muerte, Space Raiders, and About Endlessness. Six films that you never expected to be grouped together. Happy Christmas, Screamers.

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'Our Little Secret,' 'Hot Frosty,' and 'Carnage for Christmas'

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Happy Holidays/Merry Christmas, Screamers! This is the start of the run of our Holiday episodes. And we're kicking it off with some doozies: "Our Little Secret," "Hot Frosty," and "Carnage for Christmas." Maybe next Christmas we can get a LiLo/Lacy Chaberty buddy-cop Christmas movie...

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Kelly Reichardt's 'Certain Women,' 'MadS,' and 'Primal Fear'

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500

On this episode: the one-take wonder 'MadS;' a Dangerous Banger, 'Primal Fear;' and an absolute perfect movie, Kelly Reichardt's 'Certain Women.' You're welcome.

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'Heretic,' Kelly Reichardt's 'Night Moves,' and 'Azrael'

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500

On this episode...Brock's dog, Sam, doesn't enjoy hunting; things get political before turning to movies, which, well, things still stay kind of political. The films discussed are 'Heretic,' 'Azrael,' and Kelly Reichardt's 'Night Moves.' Tangential discussions of the Bob Dylan biopic and the Robbie Williams 'biopic' also occur.

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Kelly Reichardt's 'Meek's Cutoff,' 'Humanist Vampire Seeks Consenting Suicidal Person,' and 'It's What's Inside'

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500

On today's episode, a couple of new films that question the very nature of our existence: 'Humanist Vampire Seeks Consenting Suicidal Person,' and 'It's What's Inside.' We also continue on with our look at the films of Kelly Reichardt with 'Meek's Cutoff...' an adaptation of the video game 'The Oregon Trail'? Maybe?

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'Joker: Folie à Deux,' and Kelly Reichardt's 'Wendy and Lucy'

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500

A couple of "scary" movies on this episode--albeit for different reasons. We dig into the Joker sequel and continue on our path down Kelly Reichardt's filmography with 'Wendy and Lucy.'

We also have a sponsorship pitch for Chappell Roan.

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'Red Rooms,' 'Nothing in Common,' and Kelly Reichardt's 'Old Joy'

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week on Why Does the Wilhelm Scream?, we discuss the new French-Canadian thriller Red Rooms, the "dangerous banger" Nothing in Common, and more Kelly Reichardt with Old Joy.

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'Megalopolis,' Kelly Reichardt's 'River of Grass,' and 'Ode'

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500

On this episode: Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis,' and the beginning of our look at the films of Kelly Reichardt with 'River of Grass,' and the mini-feature 'Ode.'

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'The Substance,' 'Booger,' and 'Strange Darling'

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We've got three new films for you today, Screamers. We also talk a lot of other enjoyable nonsense. Did you know Jason doesn't really like theaters? And Brock tries to tell you he shoots film without telling you he shoots film. We also get around to talking about 'The Substance,' 'Booger,' and 'Strange Darling.'

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'Speak No Evil' (Hollywood edition) and 4 Football Films

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500

It's football season, so we're talking football movies. Four of them, to be exact: The Best of Times, All the Right Moves, Wildcats, and The Program. Hard hitting cinematic gridiron... We also yell about the remake of Speak No Evil.

Also, Jennifer Warnes did, in fact, sing a rendition of Leonard Cohen's Famous Blue Raincoat.

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'Blink Twice,' 'Oddity,' and Gregg Araki's 'White Bird in a Blizzard'

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500

On today's show, we finish up our Araki series by looking at--or trying to look at--'White Bird in a Blizzard.' We also talk two new films: Zoe Kravitz's directorial debut, 'Blink Twice,' and a spooky golem tale, 'Oddity.' Oasis also comes up...

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'This Closeness,' 'Twilight of the Warrior: Walled in,' and Gregg Araki's 'Kaboom'

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We're in close quarters today, Screamers. The latest from Kit Zuahar is a delicious look at intimacy; 'Twilight of the Warrior' is a kick-ass Hong Kong action flic, and Gregg Araki's 'Kaboom' ranks higher for us than 'Smiley Face.' Hope you enjoy.

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'Ganymede,' 'Alien: Romulus,' and Gregg Araki's 'Smiley Face'

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 09:22:04 -0500

We talk about some films during this episode. We have opinions on these films in this episode. We also talk Snoop Dogg and some other stuff.

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The People's Joker; Vera Drew Conversation; Post-screening Panel

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We have a special episode today, Screamers. The Fort Worth Film Club hosted the Fort Worth premiere of The People's Joker on August 28th, and before that screening Brock and Jason recorded a conversation with Vera Drew. After the screening, there was a discussion panel comprised of members from local LGBTQIA groups. It was a fantastic evening and event.

The conversation with Vera can also be found on YouTube here

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'Starve Acre,' 'Young Guns,' and Gregg Araki's 'Mysterious Skin'

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500

What is "folk horror"? Are we talking about "Young Guns," or "Young Guns 2"? We're not even sure. But we know Gregg Araki's "Mysterious Skin" is a tough but beautiful watch.

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'Speak No Evil,' 'Trap,' and Gregg Araki's 'Splendor'

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500

"Speak No Evil" is getting an English-language remake, so we thought we'd dig into the original. Speaking of "horror" we talk a bit about the new M. Night Shyamalan film, "Trap." And we finish it all off with a Kathleen Robertson starring rom-com, Gregg Araki's "Splendor" (which is just like the 1930s film "Design For Living").

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'Longlegs,' 'The Vourdalak,' and Gregg Araki's 'Nowhere'

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500

What's so long about those legs? They look like normal legs, to me. We're talking Nic Cage in white makeup and the atmospheric Devil-made-me-do-it thriller, "Longlegs." We also discuss "The Vourdalak," a film that uses marionettes in a way that is...just brilliant. And we continue our look at Gregg Araki's body of work with "Nowhere"--the greatest teen movie ever.

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'MaXXXine,' and 'The Doom Generation'

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We're back with the second installment of The Teen Apocalypse Trilogy as we look at the anger and angst of The Doom Generation. We also tackle all of Ti West's influences in the pastiche-fest that is MaXXXine. And apparently there's a movie coming next year about a toilette?

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Gregg Araki's 'Totally F***ed Up,' and a Brat Pack double bill of 'Brats,' and 'St. Elmo's Fire'

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500

On today's episode: more Araki! We look at the first of the Teen Apocalypse Trilogy with 'Totally F***ed Up.' And we dig into the Brat Pack with Andrew McCarthy's new doc 'Brats' and the movie that set flames to a generation of stars, 'St. Elmo's Fire' (terrible songs in this movie, terrible).

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'Hit Man,' 'The Last Stop in Yuma County,' and Gregg Araki's 'The Living End'

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Boy, Jason really dislikes 'Hit Man' (more people should). But we talk about some films that he does like, namely 'The Last Stop in Yuma County,' and the prequel (?) to Gregg Araki's Teen Apocalypse Trilogy, 'The Living End.' Come for the Glenn Howard discussion, stay for the talk about how important Araki is and how he doesn't get his due.

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Alamo Drafthouse DFW Reopening Reaction

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We interrupt our regular posting schedule to bring you an emergency solo pod, Screamers. While Brock is in Indianapolis seeing movies, Jason has some thoughts on the reopening of the DFW Alamo Drafthouses. It's an episode that's honest, emotional, uncensored...uses interesting metaphors that Jason swears never happened to him. The Wilhelm boys will be back together for the next full episode. Until then, scream along with Jason.

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'Gasoline Rainbow' & 'The Long Weekend (O'Despair)'

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500

O'Despair like Bucket O'Chicken. We're back to discuss another early (early) Gregg Araki film, "The Long Weekend (O'Despair)." It's a lot of people talking a lot about how depressed they are--and it's brilliant. We also talk about "Gasoline Rainbow," the lates "documentary"(?) from the Ross brothers. Hang in there, Screamers.

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'The Coffee Table,' and Gregg Araki's 'Three Bewildered People in the Night'

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Let's all keep our heads, Screamers. It's a new episode with talk about the new film 'The Coffee Table,' and the new trailer for 'Twisters.' We're also starting a new series on the films of Gregg Araki by looking at his first film (made for $5k!) 'Three Bewildered People in the Night.' Shorter episodes more often=same Screaming Wilhelm.

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Alamo Drafthouse Closure Reaction

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We interrupt your Tuesday with a special episode discussing the recent closure of 5 Alamo Drafthouse locations around DFW. We also lost the Angelika Plano location.

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Wilhelm (a)Live: Larry Cohen's The Alive Trilogy...Live!

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We're live, Screamers! For our official 50th episode, we're coming to you in front of a live studio audience. We talk Larry Cohen's The Alive Trilogy and take questions from the audience. Thank you so much to everyone who came out on a dark and stormy night.

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'Challengers,' 'Humane,' 'The Beast,' and 'Cool World'

Sat, 25 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We wrap up our dive into the world of Ralph Bakshi with the Kim Basinger bad-girl vehicle, "Cool World." We also tackle the new films "Humane," the decidedly not horny "Challengers," and Bertrand Bonello's "The Beast."

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'The First Omen,' 'Civil War,' and Ralph Bakshi's 'Fire and Ice,' and 'Hey Good Lookin''

Sat, 11 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500

It's a real doozy of an episode, Screamers. We talk two (well, three) new films: 'The First Omen' (and Immaculate), and Alex Garland's 'Civil War.' We also have a conversation with Tony Nguyen of Spacy Micro Cinema And we tackle two more from Ralph Bakshi with our thoughts on 'Fire and Ice,' and 'Hey Good Lookin.'

On May 22nd, 7:00pm we're holding a live recording of our "official" 50th episode here in Fort Worth at WineHaus. We'd love to see you there.

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DIFF #6: Dallas International Film Festival recap

Fri, 03 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500

DIFF Drive Home Recap #6: the final night. We end our DIFF recaps from the road with 'Desire Lines,' and 'Cuckoo.'

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DIFF #5: Dallas International Film Festival recap

Thu, 02 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500

DIFF Drive Home Recap #5: 'Electra' (we liked this one), and 'And On the Eighth Day' (we didn't like this one so much)

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DIFF #4: Dallas International Film Festival Recap

Wed, 01 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500

DIFF Recap #4: Exhibition Panel, 'Harsh Treatment,' and Todd Jenkins

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DIFF #3: Dallas International Film Festival recap

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0500

DIFF Recap #3. We saw one film: 'Solo.' But it's the best one we've seen so far.

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DIFF #2: Dallas International Film Festival recap

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0500

On today's driving while screaming from DIFF: Copa '71, The Dead Don't Hurt, The Idea of You, and I Saw the TV Glow.

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DIFF #1: Dallas International Film Festival recap

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0500

We're driving and screaming, or screaming while driving...During the Dallas International Film Festival, we recap each day while driving between Dallas and Fort Worth. (No traffic laws were violated during this taping)

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Knox Goes Away; More Bakshi; and Iron Eagle

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Hey, Screamers, we're back with another episode in which we take a look at the new Michael Keaton film Knox Goes Away, and we continue our look at the films of Ralph Bakshi with his version of Lord of the Rings, and American Pop. We add another installment of Dangerous Bangers with a trip back to Reagan-era teen heroics with Iron Eagle.

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'Love Lies Bleeding, 'Drive Away Dolls,' and More Bakshi

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We're back with another episode full of insight. This time we talk 'Love Lies Bleeding,' and 'Drive Away Dolls'--two lesbian love stories with one way better than the other. We also dive further into Ralph Bakshi's animated worldview with the films 'Coonskin,' and 'Wizards.'

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The Conversation Show: 'Spaceman'; The world of Ralph Bakshi; and Dangerous Bangers, etc

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500

On this wild episode* we start a new series on the films of Ralph Bakshi with "Fritz the Cat" and "Heavy Traffic." We take a look at the new Adam Sandler-being-sad-movie: "Spaceman." We finish up with our inaugural approach to Dangerous Bangers, "Swingers."

*Disclaimer: this episode was recorded before Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis.

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The Iron Claw, and The Book of Clarence. Plus: the end of Hal

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500

This one's a doozy. Two new-ish films: 'The Iron Claw,' and 'The Book of Clarence.' Plus we wrap up our look at the films of Hal Hartley with three of his shorter films and the Sarah Polley vehicle 'No Such Thing.' Lots of side tangents in this one, screamers.

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'Watermelon Man' Live Conversation with Marcellis Perkins and Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr.

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500

It's a very special episode, screamers! Recently, the Fort Worth Film Club screened Melvin Van Peebles’ scathing look at white privilege, 1970s Watermelon Man. At our post-screening discussion we were lucky enough to be joined by Mr. Marcellis Perkins, and Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr. It was a candid, lively, enriching conversation, and we are pleased to present that live recording here.

Next episode we’ll be back to wrap up discussion on Hal Hartley and discuss the new(ish) films 'The Book of Clarence,' and 'The Iron Claw.' Until then, enjoy the live conversation with Marcellis and Dr.G.

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The Henry Fool Trilogy! and Jonathan Glazer's new film 'The Zone of Interest.'

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500

We're going a little bit out of order in our dive into the films of Hal Hartley. On this episode, we look at The Henry Fool Trilogy: Henry Fool, Fay Grim, and Ned Rifle. The first two films, especially, constitute Hartley's apotheosis. We also discuss Jonathan Glazer's new film 'The Zone of Interest,' a haunting, important film (despite what Manohla Dargis might say).

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The First Annual Screamie Awards!

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500

It's the first annual Screamies show! On this episode we're doling out Screamies for categories like: best performance in a film we didn't like; most underrated film, and more. With the Screamies, we invite you to "check your scream-lege."

Plus, we discuss the new film 'American Fiction' through the lens of the films 'Hollywood Shuffle,' and 'Bamboozled.'

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The Conversation Show: The new films 'Saltburn,' 'Leave the World Behind, and 'Poor Things.' Plus more Hartley!

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500

It's a jam-packed episode, Screamers. We're talking three new films of the conversation starter persuasion: 'Saltburn,' 'Leave the World Behind,' and 'Poor Things.' Plus we dig into more Hal Hartley with the films 'Flirt,' and 'Amateur.' We also include plenty of other side tangents.

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Hal Hartley Part 2: ’Surviving Desire,’ and ’Simple Men.’ Plus, ’Monster’

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Welcome back, Screamers to part two of our look at the films of Hal Hartley. Today we're digging into the made-for-PBS film 'Surviving Desire,' and the finale of the Long Island Trilogy (Long Island is a terminal moraine), 'Simple Men.' We also discuss Hirokazu Kore-eda's latest film--and his first Japanese-language film since 2018--'Monster.' As a bonus, Jason imagines a world where James Van Der Beek was nominated for an Oscar for his star turn in 'Varsity Blues.'

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Christmas Extravaganza Part 2: Gift Exchange plus ’Dream Scenario’

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 08:31:41 -0500

We're back with part two! And we have given each other the gift of fine cinema. Jason has gifted the films 'The Butcher Boy' and 'The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra' to Brock. Brock has given Jason the films 'A Woman Kills,' and 'Morvern Callar.' Fa la la la and a partridge in a pear tree. We also discuss Kristofer Borgli's new film 'Dream Scenario.' Merry Happy Christmidays, Screamers.

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Christmas Extravaganza Part 1: Santa’s Grab Bag and ’Smoke Signals’

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 09:03:56 -0500

Ho ho ho and mistletoe. Merry Christmas and happy holidays, Screamers. Have we got some presents for you! On today's show, we're talking Holiday favorites: 'The Christmas that Almost Wasn't,' 'The Silent Partner,' 'Rare Exports,' and 'Reindeer Games.' We also touch on the latest Fort Worth Film Club screening, 'Smoke Signals.' Don't forget to check under the tree for Part 2 of our Christmas episode. It's a winter wonderland out there, kiddos.

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Hal Hartley Heart-to-Heart Part 1: ’The Unbelievable Truth,’ ’Trust,’ and the new Fincher flic ’The Killer’

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500

On this episode we start our discussion on the under-seen, under-recognized, under-sung, under-appreciated independent filmmaker, Hal Hartley. We’re looking at Hartley’s first two films “The Unbelievable Truth,” and “Trust.” We also talk about David Fincher’s new Netflix job “The Killer.” Hang around for some recommendations and brief chat about Whilt Stedman, or Wyatt Steelman…

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Three New Films: ’Killers of the Flower Moon,’ ’Anatomy of a Fall,’ and ’Dry Ground Burning’

Sat, 02 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Trigger warning! On this episode: we don't like 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' and we tell you why. We also discuss Justine Triet's new film, the courtroom drama 'Anatomy of a Fall' and the Brazilian film 'Dry Ground Burning.' This episode is full of unpopular opinions--we have them so that you don't have to.

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The Conversation Show: ’Passages,’ ’Of an Age,’ and ’You Won’t Be Alone’

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500

This episode kicks ass. Today we discuss the latest Fort Worth Film Club screening, 'You Won't Be Alone.' along with Goran Stolevski's follow-up film, 'Of an Age.' We also take a look at 'Passages' the new Ira Sachs' film starring Franz Rogowski, Ben Wishaw, and Adele Exarchopolous. Among other things, Jason expresses his affinity for novelty rap made for movies and performed by Oscar winners. This episode is worth every penny.

Next time we're digging into 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' 'Anatomy of a Fall,' and 'Dry Ground Burning.'

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John Cassavetes Finale: ’Gloria’, and ’Love Streams’

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500

It's a sad day around the Wilhelm headquarters as we finish up our dive into the films of John Cassavetes. We wrap up with a look at "Gloria," and "Love Streams." Cassavetes was interested in exploring love, and the complicated, weird things we are as humans--and we love all of you for joining us on this journey. There's other stuff in this episode, too, but, really, it's all about Cassavetes. Remember: "Love is a stream, it's continuous, it doesn't stop."

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The Conversation Show: ’Real Women Have Curves’ and More Cassavetes

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Remember when studio audiences were a thing? Anyway, in this episode, we're discussing the latest screening from The Fort Worth Film Club: "Real Women Have Curves." And there's more Cassavetes: "The Killing of A Chinese Bookie," and "Opening Night." Something we've found out during this Cassavetes journey: these movies are good, but, man, they're emotionally draining.

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Cassavetes Part 3: ’Minnie and Moskowitz,’ and ’A Woman Under the Influence.’ Plus the new film ’Bottoms’

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Brock and Jason are back to dig into more Cassavetes: the feel-good romp that is "Minnie and Moskowtiz," and the story of a marriage in "A Woman Under the Influence." This man really never got the credit he deserved...

Also, on the pod, the Wilhelm Boys discuss the new film "Bottoms," directed by Emma Seligman, and starring Rachel Sennott, and Ayo Edeberi. It's brilliant. Just brilliant.

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The Conversation Show: ’Sorry to Bother You,’ and other paranoid cinema

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get you. Today, we discuss four films that share a sense of anxiety, paranoia...the feeling that something is just a little bit off. We're talking 'Sorry to Bother You,' 'How to Get Ahead in Advertising,' 'Border,' and 'Beau is Afraid.' We also chat about the tyranny of vanity license plates, the commodification of art, and what constitutes selling out? Get in touch, say "hi," tell us how you're doing.

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John Cassavetes Part 2: ’Faces,’ ’Husbands;’ and the new films ’Talk to Me,’ and ’Medusa Deluxe’

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500

We're back with part two of John Cassavetes. On this episode, we're discussing Cassavetes' films "Faces," and "Husbands." We also dig into the new films (both A24 ventures) "Talk to Me," and "Medusa Deluxe." This episode is full of uplifting messages.

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The Conversation Show: John Waters’ Trash Trilogy

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0500

It's another jam-packed episode, Screamers. We're talking the Trash Trilogy of John Waters (Pink Flamingos, Female Trouble, and Desperate Living) along with the new films 'They Cloned Tyrone,' and 'The Blackening.' We also pay respect to the late, great Paul Reubens. Stick around for some recommendations.

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Barbenheimer and John Cassavetes Part 1

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0500

On this episode Brock and Jason talk about two of the summer's biggest films: "Barbie," and "Oppenheimer." Then, it's the start of a new series on the writer, actor, director John Cassavetes with the films "Shadows," and "Too Late Blues."

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The Conversation Show: The Films of Toshio Matsumoto

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode Brock and Jason dig into the narrative features of Japanese filmmaker/artist/genius Toshio Matsumoto. Matsumoto directed only four narrative films: 'Funeral Parade of Roses,' 'Shura,' 'The War of the Sixteen Year Olds,' and 'Dogura Magura.' There is no way to do Matsumoto justice, but we try anyway. We're all just doing our best.

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’Past Lives’ and The End of David Gordon Green: ’Joe’ and ’’Prince Avalanche’

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500

It's the end of our series on David Gordon Green, screamers. This series didn't turn out quite like we expected. We skip the stoner comedies and jump straight to Green's "return to form" with the films 'Joe' and 'Prince Avalanche.' We also discuss Celine Song's debut 'Past Lives' (which is a perfect film). And Jason works on his Italian accent. Stick around for some recommendations.

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The Conversation Show: ’The Hidden Fortress,’ ’Master Gardener,’ and ’Enys Men’

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we have a long chat about several disparate films. The Fort Worth Film Club recently screened Akira Kurosawa's "The Hidden Fortress" as part of the "Lucas Before Luke" series. We also talk about Paul Schrader's latest Bressonian film "Master Gardener," and Mark Jenkin's erroneously categorized "Enys Men." Stick around for recommendations.

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’Sick of Myself,’ and David Gordon Green Part 2

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500

We're back on the path towards David Gordon Green enlightenment. We take a look at 'Undertow,' and 'Snow Angels' and discuss how they differ from the director's first two films. Before that we talk about what it would take to be a better person, and the new Norwegian satire 'Sick of Myself.' Stick around for movie recommendations.

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’Star Wars’: w/Dev’n Goodman!

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500

On this special episode, we welcome back Dev'n Goodman ("Dev'n about town") to talk the original Star Wars trilogy. As a Star Wars newbie (this was her first time watching!!!), Dev'n has some questions, and we try our best to answer them.

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The Films of Satoshi Kon: ’Perfect Blue’, ’Millennium Actress’, ’Tokyo Godfathers’, and ’Paprika’

Sat, 20 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500

It's more than just movies today, screamers. This episode is full of hot takes, and...well, observations. Brock and Jason dig into the films of the late Japanese film director, animator, screenwriter, manga artist, Satoshi Kon. There's a lot to unpack. Stick around for recommendations: if you like the films of Satoshi Kon, you might like some of these suggestions.

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David Gordon Green Part 1 & ’A Good Person’

Sat, 06 May 2023 06:00:00 -0500

We start our series on the films of David Gordon Green by looking at his first two films: 'George Washington,' and 'All the Real Girls.' We also discuss the new Florence Pugh (we are card-carrying members of The Pughletariat) vehicle 'A Good Person,' directed by Zach Braff. Stick around for recommendations.

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I Stole it at the Movies: Six of the World’s Most Interesting Crime Films

Sat, 22 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0500

We're talking crime films: heist movies, con men, bank robberies, lovable losers, antiheroes, thieving professors...We've got them all! We're looking at 'Danger: Diabolik,' 'Victoria,' 'Welcome to Collinwood,' 'Grand Slam,' 'Nine Queens,' and 'Fast Five.' Are you ready to do the crime?

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The Conversation Show: A Double Dose of Double Features: ’Infinity Pool’ & ’Triangle of Sadness’ and ’Women Talking’ & ’9 to 5’

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 05:37:13 -0500

It's double feature day! We've paired 'Infinity Pool' with 'Triangle of Sadness' and 'Women Talking' with the 80s classic '9 to 5.' We also dive into topics like feminism and its waves, as well as unfortunate trends by some comedians and what Jason wishes they would do instead.

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May Madness Pt. 4: Acting! The movie roles of Elaine May

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500

We wrap up our series on Elaine May by taking a look at her performances in 'Enter Laughing,' 'Luv,' 'California Suite,' 'In the Spirit, 'Small Time Crooks,' and the Amazon series 'Crisis in Six Scenes.' Some of these films are better than others, but Elaine May is always excellent, always Elaine May. We will always cherish this time together.

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May Madness Pt. 3: Elaine May’s Screenplays

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500

It's more May Madness, Screamers. In this episode we take a look at May's screenplays for 'Such Good Friends,' 'Heaven Can Wait,' and two Micke Nichols' films: 'The Birdcage,' and 'Primary Colors.' A severe thunderstorm knocks out power, and we digress into a discussion surrounding bands of the 70s. Stick around for movie recommendations based on the discussed films.

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The Conversation Show: ’Skinamarink’; a double feature of ’Lost in Translation,’ and ’Her’; a bit on De La Soul

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500

It's a packed episode, Screamers. We look at both 'Lost in Translation' and 'Her' as a kind of double feature. And we interrogate the false construct of cross-influence between their creators. We get lost in the murk and digital noise of lo-fi horror hit (?) 'Skinamarink.' There's also a melancholy-tinged, but impassioned, discussion of De La Soul, the influential hip hop group, after the passing of Trugoy the Dove. Stick around for some movie recommendations.

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May Madness Pt.2: ’Mikey and Nicky’ and ’Ishtar’

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 12:14:28 -0500

Welcome to May Madness Part Two, Screamers. In this episode we're talking "Mikey (not Mickey) and Nicky" and the much derided, but not as bad as you remember, "Ishtar." We also talk about the films screened at the recently held Reel House Foundation Mini Movie Marathon Six. Other unanswerable questions: does altruism exist? what would a remake of "Mikey and Nicky" look like? who really should've starred in "Ishtar"? Thanks for listening and keep screaming.

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May Madness Pt.1: Elaine May, ’A New Leaf,’ ’The Heartbreak Kid’; and ’The Whale’

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 09:50:05 -0500

It's May Madness! Our two-part series on the films of the underrated, under appreciated Elaine May. We discuss her creative partnership with Mike Nichols, and her influence on comedy. And we dig into her first two films: 'A New Leaf,' and 'The Heartbreak Kid.' We also discuss the new Brendan Fraser vehicle, 'The Whale.' Stick around for recommendations if you like Elaine May's first two films.

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The Conversation Show: ’Brazil’ and Terry Gilliam’s Trilogy of Imagination; Pele; and ’Soft & Quiet’

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500

It's imagination time, kids! In this episode we're talking 'Brazil' and Terry Gilliam's Trilogy of Imagination ('Time Bandits', and The 'Adventures of Baron Muchausen'). We also take a brief look at the late, great Pele's contribution to the John Huston film 'Victory.' And we review Beth de Araujo's one-take indie thriller about racist white women. Stick around for recommendations if you like 'Brazil.'

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End of the Year Show: Top 5 of 2022; Gift Exchange Movies; and ’Mindcage’

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Do we have some gifts for you, dear listener. In this, our end of the year episode, we discuss our five favorite films of 2022--giving you a list of ten movies we think you should seek out and watch. We also discuss the films we recommended (or gifted) to each other: Jason watched Athena, and Brock watched Funeral Parade of Roses. First things first is our review of the new movie Mindcage starring John Malkovich, Martin Lawrence, and not Radha Mitchell (Melissa Roxburgh). Happy holidays. Happy New Year.

Wilhelm's Top Ten of 2022 (in no particular order):

Aftersun
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On
The Eternal Daughter
Neptune Frost
Nope
Everything, Everywhere, All at Once
Petite Maman
Something In the Dirt
After Yang
RRR

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The Schrader Series Pt. 3: The Screenplays: ’Taxi Driver,’’The Mosquito Coast,’ and ’Bringing Out the Dead.’

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 07:57:54 -0500

In which we wrap up our Schrader Series by talking about three of Paul Schrader's screenplays--films that he wrote but did not direct. We look at Taxi Driver, The Mosquito Coast, and Bringing Out the Dead. The Mosquito Coast was directed by Peter Weir, the other two films are Scorsese pictures. We also tell other stories about other things.

Recommended if you like the films we talk about...

Ms. 45, 1981 dir Abel Ferrara
Falling Down, 1993 dir. Joel Schumacher
Faults, 2014 dir. Riley Stearns
Running On Empty, 1988 dir. Sidney Lumet
Drugstore Cowboy, 1989 dir. Gus Van Sant
U Turn, 1997 dir. Oliver Stone

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Artwork by @_mosla_

The Conversation Show: Christmas Movie Grab Bag; Sigh and Sound List

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

In which we are back with a grab bag--this time it's Christmas movies. We discuss and engage in analysis of Falling for Christmas, Holiday in Handcuffs, Die Hard, Deadly Games, and the feminist holiday slasher flic Black Christmas. We also give some time to the recently released Sight and Sound list and the banal nature of lists in general. Also...Julianna Hatfield...Courtney Love....

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’Blood Simple,’ The Coen Bros. and film noir, Florence Pugh, ’Tár,’ and Richard ”Racehorse” Haynes

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In which we take a closer look at the Coen brothers' first film Blood Simple and some of the Texas (Fort Worth) lore that inspired the movie. We also have a conversation in which we express our feelings about the new releases The Wonder, Tár, and Aftersun.

If you like Blood Simple, you might like these films:

The Postman Always Rings Twice, 1946, Tay Garnett
A Woman, a Gun and a Noodle Shop, 2009, Yimou Zhang
The Last Seduction, 1994, John Dahl
Something Wild, 1986, Jonathan Demme
Diabolique,1955, Henri-Georges Clouzot
Gloria, 1980, John Cassavetes
Dream Lover, 1993, Nicholas Kazan

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Artwork by @_mosla_

Paul Schrader: The Schrader Series Pt.2, ’Affliction,’ ’First Reformed,’ and ’The Card Counter’

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 07:34:38 -0500

The Schrader Series Pt.2: The Later Years. In which we discuss three of Paul Schrader's later films: Affliction, First Reformed, and The Card Counter. We also discuss Bresson, Bergman, thoughts on religion, the importance of art, and Brock gets sad sometimes.

Films Recommended if you like these Schrader selections:

The Wolf of Snow Hollow 2020, dir Jim Cummings
A Simple Plan, 1998, dir Sam Raimi
The Seventh Seal, 1957, dir Ingmar Bergman
Winter Light, 1963, dir Ingmar Bergman
The Good Thief, 2002, dir Neil Jordan
Croupier, 1998, dir Mike Hodges

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The Conversation Show: Paul Schrader, The Early Years: ’Blue Collar,’ ’Hardcore,’ and ’American Gigolo’

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0500

The first episode in our "Schrader Series." In which we have a conversation about Paul Schrader's first three films: Blue Collar, Hardcore, and American Gigolo. We also discuss the film Pickpocket and Bresson's influence on Schrader. Other things that get a mention: Coast to Coast with Art Bell, Big Daddy Kane, Schrader's t-shirt game, and more random bits of nonsense.

Recommended If You Like Paul Schrader's first three films:

Car Wash, 1976 dir. Michael Schultz
On the Waterfront, 1954 dir. Elia Kazan
8mm, 1998 dir. Joel Schumacher
Joe, 1970 dir. John G. Avildsen
Blow Out, 1981 dir. Brian De Palma
My Own Private Idaho, 1991 dir. Gus Van Sant

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Special Episode: ’The Woman King’ With Dev’n Goodman

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0500

In which we welcome special guest, Dev'n Goodman, or "Dev'n About Town," to talk about Gina Prince-Bythewood's epic The Woman King, a film about powerful women fighting on multiple fronts. Other things that get discussed include Omar Epps' jump shot, Jason loves the Muppets, Brock loves Digital Underground, and Dev'n found out something new about Jedis. Also, Burt Reynolds is the epitome of sexiness.

If you like The Woman King, you might also like:

Saloum
Neptune Frost
Widows
Eve's Bayou
Daughters of the Dust
The Women of Brewsters Place
Hollywood Shuffle
I'm Gonna Get You Sucka
Elesin Oba: The King's Horseman
Nope

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And listen to Dev'n Goodman's podcast A Good Man's Education Conversation

’Let the Right One In;’ the end of Halloween; and Spooky Szn Grab Bag Pt. 2

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:48:01 -0500

In which we discuss Halloween Ends, finish our spooky season grab bag films, and we dig deeper into Tomas Alfredson's 2008 Swedish vampire film, Let the Right One In. We finish up with a few movie recommendations if listeners are fans of Let the Right One In. Along the way we mention Tenacious D, Judith Butler, how "genre" films often do a better job at addressing important issues, and make other relevant and irrelevant references.

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The Conversation Show: ’Don’t Worry Darling’; Spooky Season List Grab Bag Pt. 1

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:28:30 -0500

In which we discuss "the elephant in the theater" that is Don't Worry Darling and its reliance on second-wave feminism tropes, and failure to plumb the depths of the banality of evil. We also recognize the arrival of October with a discussion of scary movies. We gave each other a list of five movies to watch, and we dig into the first five here.

Spooky movies discussed in this episode:

1. House of Darkness, 2022

2. Anguish, 1987

3. God Told Me To, 1976

4. Your Vice is a Locked Room and Only I Have the Key, 1972

5. A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night, 2014

Spooky movies for next episode:

1. Good Night Mommy, 2014

2. Cure, 1997

3. Road Games, 1981

4. Kuroneko, 1968

5. Timeframes, 2007

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’The Master,’ Jean-Luc Godard, The Association Game, and Postmodern Truth

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 12:49:10 -0500

In which we discuss Jean-Luc Godard and dig a little deeper into Paul Thomas Anderson's The Master, which is 10 years old. We also discuss movies that in some way engage in conversation with PTA and/or The Master. Other topics covered include: trips to Italy, Caravaggio, "Truth," Jason's utter contempt for James Gray films and swooning feelings for David Mamet.

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The Conversation Show: Paul Thomas Anderson, and The Departed is fine

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 17:25:40 -0500

In which we have a conversation about what we're watching, what we're looking forward to; a mutual disdain for the movie Belfast; Heat 2; Paul Thomas Anderson; Aimee Mann and Michael Penn are married; also: The Departed is fine.

The Fort Worth Film Club will be screening PTA’s The Master on Sep. 21 @fortworthfilm

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