

The Filmcast
The Filmcast
In The Filmcast, hardcore geeks David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Jeff Cannata debate, pontificate, and delve into the latest films, TV shows, and other entertainment-related items from the past week. Weekly guests include everyday bloggers, webmaster luminaries, film directors, and movie stars from all walks of life. You can reach us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com and find more podcast episodes at www.thefilmcast.com
Episodes
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Jul 18, 2018 • 1h 35min
Ep. 476 - Skyscraper
David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss Moviepass's surge pricing, try to figure out what's up with Three Identical Strangers, and get ambivalent about Who Is America. Be sure to read Aja Romano's review of Who Is America, Jen Chaney's review of Who Is America, Kristen Lopez's piece on disability in Skyscraper, and Katy Sullivan's perspective on Skyscraper.You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.ShownotesWhat We've Been WatchingJeff - Three Identical StrangersDevindra - Gemini, Summer of Sam, BloodsportDavid - Who Is AmericaFeatured ReviewSkyscraperCredits:
Our sponsors this week are Casper and AMC Shudder
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Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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Jul 11, 2018 • 1h 38min
Ep. 475 - Ant-Man and the Wasp
David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss AMC's Stubs A-List, the new season of GLOW, Ryan Murphy's Pose, and the thought-provoking Nanette.
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Shownotes
What We've Been Watching
David - Tag, Sicario: Day of the Soldado, The First Purge
Kristy - Leave No Trace, Glow Season 2
Devindra - Pose, Sharp Objects, Blockers
Jeff - Nanette
Featured Review
Ant-Man and the Wasp
Credits:
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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Jul 4, 2018 • 1h 54min
Ep. 474 - Mission: Impossible Retrospective
In preparation for 'Fallout' David, Devindra, and Jeff dive into every film in the 'Mission: Impossible' franchise. Be sure to read Erik Lundegaard's piece on Mission: Impossible, and Matt Singer's piece on why Mission: Impossible 2 is actually good(?).
You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.
Shownotes:
Overview of Mission: Impossible 4K UHD discs (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
Mission: Impossible
Mission: Impossible 2
Mission: Impossible 3
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
MIssion: Impossible - Rogue Nation
Our personal rankings
Credits:
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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Jun 27, 2018 • 1h 54min
Ep. 473 - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (GUEST: Patrick H. Willems)
David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by YouTuber Patrick H. Willems to discuss the latest entry in the Jurassic Park franchise. Check out Patrick's essay on why Jurassic Park sequels don't work.
You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.
Shownotes
What We've Been Watching
David - Blockers
Devindra - Sense8 finale, Westworld Season 2 finale
Jeff - Goliath Season 2
Film News
AMC's Premiere program
Gotti is bad
Featured Review
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Credits:
Our sponsors this episode are Intel and Green Chef.
Learn more about the 8th Gen Intel Core processor with Intel Optane Memory at intel.com/youcould
For 50 dollars off your first box of Green Chef, go to GreenChef.us/filmcast.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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Jun 19, 2018 • 1h 29min
Ep. 472 - The Incredibles 2 (GUEST: Matt Singer from ScreenCrush)
David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Matt Singer from ScreenCrush to dive into The Incredibles 2. Be sure to check out Matt's review of The Incredibles 2, as well as Screencrush's video essay on why the Incredibles were the villain of the film. Also: See Bob Chipman's review of The Incredibles 2.You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.ShownotesWhat We've Been WatchingDavid - Ocean's Eight, Eleven, TwelveDevindra - First ReformedJeff - Killing EveFeatured ReviewIncredibles 2Credits:
Our sponsors this episode are Intel and LinkedIn.
Learn more about the 8th Gen Intel Core processor with Intel Optane Memory at intel.com/youcould
Go to LinkedIn.com/filmcast and get a 50-dollar credit toward your first job post. Terms and conditions apply.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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Jun 13, 2018 • 1h 31min
Ep. 471 - Hereditary
David, Devindra, and Kristy discuss the delightfulness of Paddington 2, the breeziness of Ocean's Eight, and the terror of A24's new horror hit, "Hereditary."Be sure to read Amanda Hess's article about Ocean's Eight.You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.ShownotesWhat We've Been WatchingKristy - Ocean's Eight, Hotel ArtemisDevindra - ThoroughbredsDavid - Paddington 2, Sneakers, Sneaky Pete Season 1Featured ReviewHereditaryCredits:
Our sponsors this episode are Intel and Casper.
Learn more about the 8th Gen Intel Core processor with Intel Optane Memory at intel.com/youcould
Get 50 dollars toward select mattresses by visiting Casper.com/filmcast and using promo code "filmcast" at checkout.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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Jun 6, 2018 • 1h 37min
Ep. 470 - American Animals and Solo Post-Mortem (GUEST: Alan Scherstuhl from The Village Voice)
David, Jeff, Kristy and Alan Scherstuhl discuss writer-director Bart Layton's latest film American Animals starring Evan Peters, Blake Jenner, Ann Dowd and Barry Keoghan. Make sure to check out Alan's review of American Animals at Village Voice as well as Kristy's review at Riot Material. Lastly, David and Jeff conclude this episode with an 'After Dark' segment discussing the fallout of Solo: A Star Wars Story.
You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.
Shownotes
Featured Review
American Animals
Credits:
Editing assistance for this episode was provided by Brian Davids.
Our sponsors this episode are Intel, RxBar, and LinkedIn.
Learn more about the 8th Gen Intel Core processor with Intel Optane Memory at intel.com/youcould
For 25 percent off your first order at Rxbar, visit RXBAR.com/filmcast and enter promo code filmcast at checkout. For a limited time, every order will receive 6 free samples – 3 of the new RxBar flavors and 3 of the new RX Nut Butters. Free sample offer ends June 30th.
Go to LinkedIn.com/filmcast and get a 50-dollar credit toward your first job post.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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May 25, 2018 • 2h 9min
Ep. 469 - Solo: A Star Wars Story (GUEST: Patrick Willems)
David, Devindra, Jeff, and Patrick Willems discuss Lucasfilm's latest standalone Star Wars film, Solo: A Star Wars Story, directed by Ron Howard and written by Jonathan & Lawrence Kasdan. Make sure to check out more of Patrick's work via his YouTube channel and "The Internet's Premiere Josh Hartnett Podcast" – We Heart Hartnett. Be sure to read Chris Evangelista's review of Solo, Sam Adams review of Solo, and Ray Pride's review of Solo.
You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.
Shownotes:
Featured Review
Solo: A Star Wars Story
Credits:
Editing assistance for this episode was provided by Brian Davids.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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May 23, 2018 • 1h 31min
Ep. 468 - Deadpool 2
David, Devindra, Jeff, and Kristy discuss the flaws of Evil Genius, the brilliance of The Detour, and the binge-ability of Killing Eve. Read Kristy's review of Evil Genius, as well as Pajiba's breakdown of what the doc leaves out.
You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.
Shownotes:
What We've Been Watching
David - Evil Genius
Devindra - Office (Johnnie To)
Jeff - The Detour Season 3, Last Man on Earth, Barry
Kristy - Killing Eve, How to Talk to Girls at Parties
Slashfilmcourt
Featured Review
Deadpool 2
Credits:
Our sponsor this week is Hello Fresh.
For 30 dollars off your first week of HelloFresh, visit hellofresh.com/filmcast30 and enter promo code filmcast30
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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May 16, 2018 • 1h 8min
Ep. 467 - The Rider (GUEST: Amy Nicholson from Unspooled)
David, Devindra, and Amy Nicholson discuss Chloé Zhao's remarkable new film, "The Rider." In the After Dark, Devindra and David discuss HBO's "Barry" and reflect on 10 years of the /Filmcast. Be sure to check out Amy Nicholson's piece on The Rider, and listen to her new podcast with Paul Scheer.
You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Also, follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook.
Shownotes:
Featured Review
The Rider
After Dark
HBO's Barry
Surface Hub 2 (trailer)
4K Blu-Rays
10 years of the /Filmcast
Credits:
Our sponsor this week is Casper.
Get 50 dollars toward select mattresses by visiting Casper.com/filmcast and using promo code filmcast at checkout. Terms and conditions apply.
Our music sometimes comes from the work of Adam Warrock. You can download our theme song here. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simonmharris.com. Our spoiler bumper comes from filmmaker Kyle Hillinger.
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 slashfilm.com, clicking on the /Filmcast tab, and clicking on the sidebar “Donate” links! Thanks to all our donors this week!
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