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Do you enjoy listening to people talk about films? What about those films that may not show up at the local multiplex but are instead showing at the smaller specialty theater across town? Then "Footcandle Films" may be the show for you. Each month, the hosts discuss and review one "smaller" film in-depth, discuss upcoming film news, and give recommendations on films that you may not be aware of, ones that you haven't remembered in a while, or ones that are worth your time checking out. And all the while, the conversation never gets too "high-brow" or pretentious. Just two guys who enjoy talking about movies. Your Hosts: Alan Jackson and Chris Frye, founders of the Footcandle Film Society.
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Submit ReviewOrigin stories of a top-selling shoe & a video game from Russia - - we've got reviews of the new films AIR and TETRIS on this episode along with news from a galaxy far, far away. In a sampling of upcoming cinema in our Trailer Tapas portion of the show, we talk about POLITE SOCIETY. Rounding out the episode each host shares a recommendation of a film you can watch from the comfort of your own couch.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Rye Lane", "After Yang"
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We've got reviews of two feature directorial debuts on this episode. First, we talk about actor turned writer/director Jesse Eisenberg's WHEN YOU FINISH SAVING THE WORLD starring Julianne Moore and Finn Wolfhard. Our second debut is the film PINBALL: THE MAN WHO SAVED THE GAME starring Mike Faist. Speaking of saving...we saved our thoughts on the recent slap-free academy awards for the news section of this podcast. Wrapping up the show, we each recommend a film you might want to check out (or in Alan's case steer clear of).
Recommendations: "Clerks III", "The Outfit"
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Michael B. Jordan is back in the ring with CREED III now in theaters. Alan & Chris discuss the film and then cover TO LESLIE which received a surprise best actress nomination for star Andrea Riseborough. In an another round of Trailer Tapas we cover the recently released promos for TETRIS & HAUNTED MANSION. Looking for a palette cleanser of sorts after all the high brow talk of the upcoming Academy Awards? One of our hosts recommends that 1988's VAMPIRE'S KISS featuring an unhinged Nic Cage performance might just do the trick.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Vampire's Kiss"
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ANT-MAN & THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA officially kicks off the fifth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Our hosts discuss their thoughts on the film as well as the drama movie.com">LIVING featuring an Oscar-nominated performance by Billy Nighy. In a super-size version of Trailer Tapas Alan & Chris take a look at four new trailers for upcoming films. Last, but not least, streaming recommendations are shared of films you can check out from the comfort of your own couch.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "M3gan", "Causeway"
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The nominations for the 95th Academy Awards have been announced. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the nominations, review two of the nominees for Best Picture (TÁR & TRIANGLE OF SADNESS) as well as discuss M. Night Shyamalan's new film KNOCK AT THE CABIN.
Recommendations: "Rosaline", "All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)", "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery"
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After a fourteen-year hiatus director, James Cameron is back with his new film AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER. Alan & Chris discuss the latest happenings on the planet (or is it a moon?) of Pandora before returning to Earth to visit a really cool movie theater in Sam Mendes' EMPIRE OF LIGHT starring Olivia Colman. Next on this episode's menu is a round of Trailer Tapas where we play clips from upcoming movies and gauge our excitement about the films. Last, but certainly not least, we give recommendations of movies to consider either revisiting or watching for the first time.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "See How They Run", "Dead Poets Society"
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Damien Chazelle's BABYLON and Darren Aronofsky's THE WHALE. With both films being released near the close of 2022 hopes of little golden statues were likely dancing in the heads of the studios. Alan & Chris review both releases as well as give their Top 5 Films of 2022. If you're looking for the traditional segments of movie news & recommendations - fear not! We were running long with so much to discuss but they'll return on our next episode.
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Two filmmakers have turned out recent films that examine their childhoods. In this episode, we review Steven Spielberg's THE FABELMANS and James Gray's ARMAGEDDON TIME. In the show's news section, we discuss the recent announcement of the Golden Globes nominees and the release of the newly revised Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time list. Concluding the show we offer a recommendation for a new holiday film to enjoy if the old standbys have become tiresome.
Recommendation: "Spirited"
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With two films that center around food and eating did we miss an opportunity by not discussing them in a special Thanksgiving episode? Considering the movies reviewed are BONES & ALL and THE MENU it might be better that we waited until after the holiday. Also on this episode are bits of cinematic news and recommendations of films that might not be on your radar that you should check out.
Recommendations included in this episode: "NOT OKAY" , "SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET"
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BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER has hit cineplexes nationwide. Our hosts share their thoughts and then opt for two additional reviews due to the dearth of silver-screen news they were able to find online. Fear not - we'll try and dig up some news for our next installment. Instead, we discuss the indie dramatic thriller BREAKING starring John Boyega and the well..weird biopic spoof WEIRD: THE AL YANKOVIC STORY. Closing out the episode each host recommends a film to check out for the first time or revisit.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)", "Sleepy Hollow"
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In this episode, Alan and Chris discuss two entries into movie franchises. One is the latest (and possibly final) installment in the deeds of killer Michael Myers HALLOWEEN ENDS. The second film discussed is the first entry in the Fletch series in 33 years CONFESS, FLETCH starring Jon Hamm. Once the reviews conclude we share some tidbits of movie news before rounding out the show with movie recommendations.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode inlcude: "Over the Garden Wall", "Werewolf by Night"
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Two films. Two huge casts. Two high-profile directors. Two behind-the-scenes sets of dramas. Alan and Chris bypass the sideline drama and discuss the ones that unfold onscreen in the new releases DON'T WORRY DARLING and AMSTERDAM. Once the reviews conclude, items of movie news are discussed and recommendations are given for films you can check out from the comfort of your own couch via a streaming service.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Predators (2010)" , "The Devil's Backbone (2001)"
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Director George Miller has crafted a tale of a djinn (played by Idris Elba) and a scholar (played by Tilda Swinton) facing off in a hotel room in THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF LONGING. Comedian Jenny Slate & director Dean Fleischer-Camp bring their YouTube stop motion creation to the big screen with MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON. Our hosts review both films and then share some silver screen news. To close out the show they share a joint recommendation of a film that just hit cinemas that you might want to check out. ("Barbarian")
The Footcandle Film Festival will be held September 21 - 25, 2022 in Hickory NC!
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As we enter late August, big summer releases are tapering off, and the awards seeking prestige pictures have yet to be released. For this episode, Alan and Chris opted to review two smaller-scale films: the straight-to Hulu action feature PREY and the A24 studio horror comedy BODIES BODIES BODIES. In the show's news portion, the hosts discuss the 2016 shelved film from Jamie Foxx, the BATGIRL/FLASH movie debate and the upcoming Peter Farrelly project THE GREATEST BEER RUN EVER. Rounding out the episode are recommendations on films you might want to check out.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Beyond the Infinite Two Minutes", "Silver Linings Playbook", "The Sandman"
Footcandle Film Festival will be held September 21st - 25th 2022 in Hickory, NC!
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Jordan Peele's third film "Nope" has hit theaters nationwide & "The Gray Man" starring Ryan Gosling & Chris Evans has debuted exclusively on Netflix. Alan & Chris review both and share some items of movie news before closing out the show with recommendations of things to stream from the comfort of your own couch.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "The Bob's Burgers Movie", "The Rehearsal"
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Director Taika Waititi made his entry into the MCU with 2017's THOR: RAGNAROK. Waititi returns to the MCU with THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER. Back are the bright colors, rock music and Waititi's brand of humor. Alan & Chris discuss this fourth Thor film as well as spend some time talking about the small indie film BRIAN AND CHARLES. Following the reviews, Alan shares three news items from the world of cinema. Closing out the episode are recommendations of entertainment you can catch up with from the comfort of your own couch.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Good Luck to You, Leo Grande", "Succession"
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Bio-pics. They can be formulaic...but they can also be box office magic and win Oscars. What type of film is Baz Luhrmann's ELVIS? Our hosts share their thoughts on this blockbuster take on Mr. Presley as well as the indie dramatic comedy that was a hit at Sundance - CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH starring Dakota Johnson. Following the reviews, we share some news items on upcoming releases and then close the show with movie recommendations.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Candyman" (2021) , "Ghostbusters: Afterlife"
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Adam Sandler has a new movie, HUSTLE, out on Netflix where he plays a down-on-his-luck basketball scout. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the film as well as spend some time discussing THE DUKE. Featuring Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren this smaller indie fare tells the tale of a based on a true story art heist. In our silver screen news segment, Alan shares details of the upcoming biopic of Leonard Bernstein and the JOKER sequel. Wrapping the show, Chris recommends a 3-hour film from India while Alan encourages listeners to steer clear of a truly terrible Michael Bay action film.
Recommendations and "Unrecommendations" from our hosts: "RRR" & "Ambulance"
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After 36 years in the making, Tom Cruise has now bestowed upon us a sequel to Top Gun. Alan and Chris share their thoughts on the long-anticipated sequel along with a discussion on director Alex Garland's latest film - Men. For our news segment of the show, we partake in some Trailer Tapas - sampling the trailers of three new films set to be released in 2022. Rounding out the show, each host recommends a film you might want to check out.
Recommendations: "The Natural" , "Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers"
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Getting back to our independent film roots a bit we review Celine Sciamma's latest PETITE MAMAN and then discuss comedian Jerrod Carmichael's directorial debut ON THE COUNT OF THREE. In our movie news segment, we ponder whether a Spinal Tap sequel forty years after the first film is worrisome and the casting news from the sci-fi realm of DUNE. Closing out the show we offer some recommendations of films (or in Chris' case a comedy special) that you might want to check out.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Dave", "Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel"
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Marvel has tinkered with its' formula by hiring Sam Raimi to direct the latest MCU film. In honor of that, we decided to tinker with our show formula a bit and do a trio of reviews and skip the movie news. We kick things off with a review of DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS, chase that with the discussion of THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT, and complete the triumvirate with talk of THE NORTHMAN. We return somewhat to normalcy and close the show with recommendations of films you should consider streaming from the comfort of your own living room.
Recommendations: "They Came Together" , "Mass"
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In this episode, one of our hosts gets to talk about his most anticipated film of 2022. Did his expectations sink his appreciation of EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE? Switching from a traditional theatrical release to a Netflix streaming release the fellows then discuss director Richard Linklater's latest film APOLLO 10 1/2: A SPACE AGE CHILDHOOD. In our news section, we talk about premieres at this year's Cannes Film Festival as well as an upcoming film based on a seasonal popup store. Closing out the show both hosts share a recommendation for a film you might want to watch from the comfort (assuming your couch doesn't need to be replaced)of your own living room.
Recommendations from Alan and Chris in this episode: "Cameraperson" , "Cyrano"
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"Turning Red" is out now on Disney+. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this latest animation effort by Pixar as well as the new Netflix thriller "Windfall" starring Jason Segel, Jesse Plemons, and Lily Collins. After the reviews, the hosts sample some trailers of upcoming films in our Trailer Tapas section and give a recommendation of a film (or a streaming TV show in Alan's case) you might want to see.
Recommendations from Alan and Chris in this episode: "X", "Severance"
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When it was announced that Robert Pattinson was donning the cape & cowl to play the caped crusader of vigilante justice the internet was on fire with hot takes. Now that THE BATMAN has hit theaters how does this film measure up to the other entries in the franchise? Hosts Alan & Chris share their thoughts as well as discuss the Sundance hit FRESH starring Sebastian Stan. Also on this episode - a recap of the Independent Spirit Awards and recommendations of films from each host you might want to screen.
Recommendations from Alan and Chris in this episode: "After Yang", "The Fable: The Killer Who Doesn't Kill"
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Kicking off this episode we've got reviews of Steven Soderbergh's "Kimi" and Josephine Decker's "The Sky is Everywhere". These are followed by a Trailer Tapas section featuring discussions of the recently released promos for "Men" and "Elvis". Closing out the show each host gives a recommendation of a film you might want to seek out online.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "Misha & The Wolves", "The House"
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The Oscar nominations for the year in film that was 2021 have been announced. The hosts share their thoughts on the news as well as film reviews of BEING THE RICARDOS & C'MON, C'MON. Alan leaves film recommendation duties to Chris who shares what he now thinks is his favorite documentary of the past year...and yeah...he's a little surprised it didn't get any nomination love.
Recommendation from Chris in this episode: "The Rescue"
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As the Oscar ceremony creeps closer Kenneth Branagh's BELFAST is thought to be a lock for a couple of nominations. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the semi-biographical feature set in Ireland followed up by a review of SWAN SONG starring Mahershala Ali in his first major performance in a lead role. Afterward, each host shares a tidbit of silver screen news before closing out the episode with a movie recommendation.
Recommendations from Alan and Chris in this episode: "Corpus Christi", "No Time To Die"
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Neo & Trinity are back dodging bullets and making decisions about which colored capsules to ingest in THE MATRIX RESRRECTIONS - the fourth film in that franchise and the first in 18 years...yes in the episode they say 14. The intern responsible for the faulty factoid has been sacked. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the return to the Matrix and then reveal their Top 5 Best Films of 2021.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "The Killing of Two Lovers"
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Our hosts share their thoughts on the new films by directors Paul Thomas Anderson (LICORICE PIZZA) & Guillermo Del Toro (NIGHTMARE ALLEY) before discussing how SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME has become the first pandemic era film to "net" $1 billion dollars. Also in the news section, Alan & Chris react to the new trailer for Robert Eggers upcoming film THE NORTHMAN.
Recommendations from Alan & Chris in this episode: "Psycho Goreman", "The Master"
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What type of film are you looking to see? A bigger-than-life, based on a real-life story of murder and betrayal? How about a slow burn western with a twist? Maybe you're more of a fan of big-screen musicals? Our hosts do their best to help educate you on how best to spend your viewing time with reviews of HOUSE OF GUCCI, POWER OF THE DOG, & WEST SIDE STORY.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "The Beatles: Get Back", "Midnight Mass"
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Awards season has arrived. Will Smith is generating buzz for his work as Richard Williams in "King Richard". Andrew Garfield is also turning heads with his performance as Jonathon Larson in "tick, tick, BOOM!". In this new episode, we've got reviews of both films plus movie news and recommendations of films you might want to check out
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "The Beta Test", "Riders of Justice"
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The Hollywood release floodgates are truly open as we near the end of 2021. For that reason, our hosts opted for not the usual two but three reviews of recent films on this episode that include "Eternals", "The French Dispatch", and "The Eyes of Tammy Faye". Following the reviews, Alan & Chris each share some interesting announcements in the world of cinema. Last but not least the episode concludes with recommendations of films to check out.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "The Harder They Fall", "Finch"
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Two big new releases from two big directors mean we have two big new reviews on this episode of Footcandle Films. We begin with Denis Villeneuve's take on the classic sci-fi epic DUNE and follow that with genre-hopping Edgar Wright's new LAST NIGHT IN SOHO. Alan helms the news segment having scoured the internet for items of interest before both hosts share their film recommendations to close out the episode.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "The Last Duel", "Dark Phoenix"
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Daniel Craig is back (finally) in the long delayed Bond installment NO TIME TO DIE. Our hosts share their thoughts on the film as well as the latest entry in the MMCU (that's the Michael Myers Cinematic Universe) HALLOWEEN KILLS. In the news segment Alan covers the recent announcements from both the DC & Marvel camps and asks his co-host which films (if any) have his Spidey-sense tingling. Before the credits roll on this episode we also provide recommendations of online content you might consider checking out.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "The Velvet Underground" , "Squid Game"
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Adapting material for the big screen can be tough. In this episode, our hosts review two recent efforts with "The Many Saints of Newark" & "Dear Evan Hansen". In the movie news segment, they discuss the winners of the recently wrapped Footcandle Film Festival and talk about director David Gordon Green's next project once his Halloween trilogy wraps. If you're looking for something to screen from the comfort of your own couch you'll want to stay tuned to the end of the show when each host gives a recommendation of a film you should watch.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "Sweetie", "Double Indemnity"
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This episode of Footcandle Films kicks off with a review of the latest entry into the Marvel Comic Universe - SHANG CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS. For the second review, the hosts discuss the indie sci-fi drama NINE DAYS which just so happens to also be one of their favorite films of the year. Alan & Chris then share some movie news before closing the show with recommendations of films you might want to seek out.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "The Paper Tigers", "Malignant"
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The long-delayed Ryan Reynolds comedy "Free Guy" has finally made it to cinemas across the country. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this mainstream cinematic offering as well as the definitely not mainstream film "Annette" starring Adam Driver. Films recently announced or being released soon are discussed in the news portion of the show including our hosts' reactions to the new teaser trailer for "Spencer". The episode concludes with recommendations of films you can watch online from the comfort of your living room.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: "CODA", "Friday Night Lights"
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Is it a sequel? A reboot? A reheat? Whatever you consider James Gunn's "The Suicide Squad", Alan & Chris give the film a review as well as share their thoughts on the new take on Arthurian legend "The Green Knight". Rounding out the show are silver-screen news items and picks of movies you might want to put on your radar.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "The Skin I Live In", "Hunt for the Wilderpeople"
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Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Emily Blunt star in Disney's latest theme park ride turned into a big-screen family adventure with "Jungle Cruise". Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this new release as well as "Old" the latest from director M. Night Shyamalan. Afterward, they talk some movie news before concluding the show with recommendations of films you might want to check out.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "Pig", "Mary Poppins Returns"
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In this episode of Footcandle Films, discussions of the indie horror-comedy "Werewolves Within" and director Edgar Wright's first foray into documentary filmmaking "The Sparks Brothers" comprise the review portion, followed by a healthy dose of silver screen news items. Last but not least each host offers a suggestion of a movie they've recently caught up with that you might enjoy.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "Summer of Soul (...or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)", "Bonfire of the Vanities"
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The Marvel Cinematic Universe kicks off its Phase 4 story arc with "Black Widow". Hosts Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the film as well as discuss the art house World War II drama "When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit". Silver screen movie news items follow with film recommendations rounding out the show.
Recommendations from our hosts in this episode include: "Plan B" and "Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut"
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We've got reviews of the film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's IN THE HEIGHTS & Pixar's latest LUCA to kick off this episode. The hosts follow up the review segment with a deluge of movie news (hooray...the movie-making machine is getting cranked up again after the pandemic) and suggestions of movies you might want to watch or rewatch.
Reviews included in this episode: "In The Heights", "Luca"
Recommendations from Alan and Chris: "Network", "Bo Burnham: Inside"
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Alan & Chris ventured back to an actual brick and mortar theater to see the blockbuster release of "A Quiet Place Part II". They review the film as well as discuss the straight-to Netflix thriller "The Woman in the Window" starring Amy Adams, Gary Oldman, Julianne Moore & Jennifer Jason Lee. Alan then shares three cinematic news items before both hosts close out the show with recommendations of films you might want to watch.
Reviews included in this episode: "A Quiet Place Part II", "The Woman in the Window"
Recommendations from Alan and Chris: "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom", "Bo Burnham: Inside"
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Who can chew more scenery? Emma Stone as Cruella de Vil or Emma Thompson as her nemesis Baroness von Hellman. Our hosts weigh in on the latest Disney release CRUELLA as well as share their takes on the indie comedy TOGETHER TOGETHER starring Ed Helms and Patti Harrison. Next up Alan & Chris discuss some news items that fall under the SOUNDS LIKE IT COULD BE GOOD? banner and close out the show with some recommendations.
Reviews included in this episode include: "Cruella", "Together Together"
Recommendations: "The Mitchells vs. The Machines", "The Underground Railroad"
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Anthony Hopkins recently won an Academy Award for his performance in "The Father". Many people were surprised the little golden statue wasn't awarded to the late Chadwick Boseman for his performance in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom". Hosts Alan & Chris give their opinions of Hopkins' performance and the overall film as well as discuss the independent comedy "Shiva Baby". Following the reviews comes the movie news segment with discussions of the upcoming Cannes Film Festival and a discussion of two recently released movie trailers. Closing out the show each host shares a recommendation for a film you should check out. In Alan's case he shares five...but ultimately does narrow it down to one.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "Martha Marcy May Marlene", "The Fisher King"
Reviews included in this episode: "The Father", "Shiva Baby"
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In "Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar" Kristen Wiig & Annie Mumolo star as lifelong friends who embark on the adventure of a lifetime when they decide to leave their small town for the first time. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this new oddball comedy and then switch gears to discuss a documentary about stray dogs on the streets of Istanbul ("Stray"). Following the reviews, Alan shares some movie news & Chris offers some film recommendations.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "The VelociPastor", "78/52"
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With the Academy Awards ceremony approaching, Alan and Chris opted to take some time to discuss the multiple award nominee "Minari". They follow up with a review of the new director's cut of "Justice League" that was recently released exclusively on HBO. Some tidbits of movie news and film recommendations round out the episode.
Recommendations from Alan and Chris in this episode: "The Mole Agent", "Godzilla vs. Kong"
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This episode of the Footcandle Films podcast features reviews of two films centered around real-life stories. Alan & Chris discuss "The Mauritanian" starring Jodie Foster & Tahar Rahim and "Nomadland" starring Frances McDormand. For the movie news segment, the hosts share their thoughts on the recently released 2021 Oscar nominations. Rounding out the show are recommendations on films you might want to check out.
Recommendations from the hosts in this episode: "Deerskin", "The Trial of the Chicago 7"
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Daniel Kaluuya won a Golden Globe for his work in "Judas and the Black Messiah". Alan & Chris have a review of that film and the recent remake of the film "Rams" starring Sam Neill. Other winners of the Globes are discussed in the news section as well as a thoughts on the upcoming Disney reimagining of "Cruella". Closing out the show are recommendations of films you can catch up with from the comfort of your own couch.
Recommendations from this episode: "I Care A Lot" , "Good Boys"
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Netflix dropped "Malcolm and Marie" starring John David Washington & Zendaya online recently. We've got a review of that film as well as the new documentary "Zappa" by director Alex Winter. Also featured on this episode: Sounds Like It Could Be Good?, Trailer Tapas, & Recommendation segments.
Recommendations in this episode: "In & Of Itself" , "One Night in Miami"
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Movie viewing in 2020 was a strange experience. Instead of catching new releases on the big screen our hosts often streamed films on the small screens of their laptops. Despite the less than ideal circumstances cinema managed to offer numerous memorable moments and performances. Alan & Chris each share their Top 5 films of 2020 along with their traditional bonus categories of "biggest disappointment" & "biggest surprise". After the look back to the year that was the hosts look to the future with some movie news. Last but not least the shows closes with recommendations of films to screen from the COVID free safety of your own home.
Recommendations from this episode: "Tenet" , "The Twentieth Century"
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Hosts Alan & Chris return to the MESH studios to record their first podcast episode of 2021. On the docket - reviews of "Wonder Woman 1984" and the rumored Oscar favorite for the best foreign film "Another Round". Following the reviews, each host shares a bit of movie news before delivering the tried and true final segment of movie recommendations you should check out.
Reviews in this episode: "Wonder Woman 1984", "Another Round"
Recommendations in this episode: "Mangrove", "Mank"
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As 2020 draws to a close, films with hopes of Oscar nominations begin to surface. We've got reviews of two of them on this episode with "Sound of Metal" and "Promising Young Woman". Movie news and recommendations of films you might have missed round out what could likely be our last episode of the year. Enjoy & we'll see you in 2021!
Recommendations: "While We're Young" , "S#!%house"
Reviews: "Sound of Metal" , "Promising Young Woman"
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Rags to riches stories. That's the theme of our movies reviewed in this episode. One is an adaptation of a beloved Charles Dickens novel with "The Personal History of David Copperfield" while the other is the true story of Ted Ngoy in "The Donut King". After the reviews, our hosts delve into a quick news tidbits segment before ending the episode with their recommendations of films they think you should give a chance.
Reviews in this episode include: "The Personal History of David Copperfield", "The Donut King"
Recommendations in this episode include: "The Vast of Night", "Scrooged"
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Sacha Baron Cohen decided to revive his fictional Kazakh television journalist for "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm". Our hosts Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this new release as well as Sofia Coppola's latest "On the Rocks" starring Bill Murray and Rashida Jones. In a Trailer Tapas segment our hosts discuss three upcoming movies and round out the episode with recommendations of films you might want to check out.
Reviews: "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" , "On the Rocks"
Recommendations: "Time" , "The Thing"
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Indie writer/director Jim Cummings is back with a new movie "The Wolf of Snow Hollow". Alan and Chris share their thoughts on this film as well as spend some time discussing the foreign flick "Out Stealing Horses" starring Stellan Skarsgard. With a lack of news stories about film to discuss Alan and Chris ponder the future of movie theaters before closing out the show with their recommendations of films you might want to consider adding to your queue.
Reviews: "The Wolf Of Snow Hollow" , "Out Stealing Horses"
Recommendations: "The Girl With All The Gifts" , "Poltergeist"
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Millie Bobbie Brown of "Stranger Things" stars in her first major film role as the title character in "Enola Holmes". Alan & Chris review this straight to Netflix feature as well as the thriller "Antebellum" starring Janelle Monáe. In addition to the usual segments of Trailer Tapas & Sounds Like It Could Be Good??? the hosts also recap the winners of the 2020 Footcandle Film Festival that just wrapped up at the end of September.
Recommendations: "Class Action Park" , "Blaze"
Reviews: "Enola Holmes" , "Antebellum"
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2020 has been pretty strange. A third installment in the Bill & Ted series almost makes sense. Alan & Chris discuss the cinematic oddity as well as the new...well, yes odd - but in a completely different way - Charlie Kaufman film "I'm Thinking of Ending Things". For the trailer tapas section the hosts discuss the new "Dune" and "Freaky" trailers and then indulge in some extremely early Oscar prediction talk. As per the tried and true formula, they round out the episode with some film recommendations.
Recommendations: "Wildlife" , "Crimson Tide"
Reviews: "Bill & Ted Face the Music" , "I'm Thinking of Ending Things"
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Two new films...two new reviews. First up we talk about the documentary that was a hit at Sundance - "Boys State". For our second review we discuss the one-of-a-kind biopic "Tesla" starring Ethan Hawke. For our Trailer Tapas portion of the show we discuss "The Batman", "Spontaneous" and "On the Rocks". Last, but not least, we wrap with our recommendations of films you might want to revisit or check out for the first time.
Reviews: "Boys State" , "Tesla"
Recommendations: "Nobody Knows I'm Here" , "Interview with a Vampire"
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In this episode of Footcandle Films Alan & Chris review two movies that reflect on the challenges of starting your own business and capitalism. One is director Kelly Reichardt's period drama "First Cow", the other is the comedy "An American Pickle" starring Seth Rogen in a dual role. After the reviews, Alan leads an "It Sounds Like It Could Be Good?" segment. The hosts close out the show with recommendations of films you might want to seek out.
Reviews: "First Cow", "An American Pickle"
Recommendations: "The Sweatbox", "Take Shelter"
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Movie theaters might be closed but new films are still coming out and we've got reviews of two of them. First up is the AppleTV+ exclusive World War II action-drama "Greyhound" starring Tom Hanks. For our second review, we look at the much smaller-scale indie horror film "The Rental" starring Dan Stevens & Alison Brie. For our Trailer Tapas portion of the podcast, we focus on Charlie Kaufman's "I'm Thinking of Ending Things" and the new Seth Rogen vehicle "An American Pickle". Chris then shares two bits of silver screen news before the hosts wrap the episode with their recommendations of films you might have missed or should revisit.
Reviews: "Greyhound" , "The Rental"
Recommendations: "Border" , "Speed"
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Looking for a few laughs? Alan and Chris review the latest Will Farrell film that just hit Netflix. Looking for a dramatic film with great performances? The hosts discuss "The Truth" from director Hirokazu Koreeda. Afterward, Chris shares some silver screen news and Alan jumps on his cinematic soapbox for a brief rant. Closing out the episode each host gives recommendations of films you might consider screening.
Reviews: "Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga", "The Truth"
Recommendations: "Doctor Sleep" , "Middleditch & Schwartz"
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You've made it through all the episodes of Tiger King and watched all the movies that HBO has to offer. Looking for something else to watch? Alan & Chris review two new arrivals "You Should Have Left" and "Shirley" that might be right up your alley. If they're not in your cinematic wheelhouse they each offer a recommendation of an older film that can be easily watched on an online service. Gazing into their crystal ball of movie news the hosts also discuss three upcoming films that sound promising in their "Sounds Like It Could Be Good?" segment.
Reviews: "You Should Have Left" , "Shirley"
Recommendations: "The American President" , "Groundhog Day"
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