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Talk To Me (Just The Review)

Exclusive to Patrons: We're bringing you our review of Talk To Me early! David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss A24's latest horror flick and why they're already excited for the sequel. 

Spoilers begin at around ~13:45 into this audio.

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After Dark: What Movie Would We Show Aliens, Daily Work Schedules, Meditation

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss what movies they would show aliens to demonstrate the best of humanity, what their workdays are like, and the importance of controlling your own thoughts. 

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Open Thread: Patreon Mailbag (August 2023)

Hi Patrons!

One or more of our next few After Dark episodes will likely feature listener mail. Have any questions/suggested topics? Let us know in the comments below.

Also: If we didn't get to your question last time around, you are welcome to re-post them. Thanks, as always, for your support.

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Ep. 734 - TMNT: Mutant Mayhem and Meg 2: The Trench

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the new Beanie Baby movie, whether Hidden Strike is worthy of being the number 1 film in 50 countries, and why This Fool is worth checking out.  Then, it's a surprise double review as the boys tackle Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem as well as Meg 2: The Trench.

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After Dark: Disney Discontinues Physical Media in Australia, Magical Changes to Movie Theaters, Alternate Jobs

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the slow demise of physical media, run down some additional names for Devindra fans, reflect on what alternate careers they would've chosen, and discuss what magical changes they would make to movie theaters if they could. Plus: David goes on a rant about what it's like being bald in a theater.

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Ep. 733 - Barbie (GUEST: Brooke Obie)

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss some thrilling sports documentaries, including The Deepest Breath and Just. One. Mile., and Devindra weighs in on the depiction of Guyana in Full Circle. Then, it's time for Brooke Obie to join us to discuss Barbie. Read more of Brooke's work at The Grio. 

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Barbie (Just The Review)

Exclusive to Patrons: We're bringing you our review of Barbie early! David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by filmmaker and film critic Brooke Obie to discuss Greta Gerwig's take on one of the most iconic characters/dolls/toys of all time.

Spoilers begin at around ~21:00 into this audio.

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After Dark: Physical Media Updates

Devindra and David discuss physical media: your responses to last week's conversation, recent purchases they've made, and that wacky plan to release Wandavision via a disc-less empty box. Then, they discuss what Devindra groupies should be called.

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Ep. 732 - Oppenheimer (GUEST: Patrick Willems)

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the true meaning behind Barbenheimer day, praise the sci-fi fun of They Cloned Tyrone, and get moved by different documentaries about Steph Curry and the atomic bomb. Then, Patrick Willems joins us to discuss Oppenheimer! Check out Patrick's video essay on Christopher Nolan's films right h...

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Oppenheimer (Just The Review)

Exclusive to Patrons: We're bringing you our review of Oppenheimer early! David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Patrick Willems to discuss Christopher Nolan's latest film, which is an ambitious biopic about the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer.

Spoilers begin at around ~46:30 into this audio.

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After Dark: Watching Trailers in IMAX, Memorable VHS Covers, Kirk/Spock/Bones,

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss what it's like to watch trailers in IMAX, which VHS covers they remember from childhood, and which one of them would be Kirk, Spock, or Bones in the Star Trek original series. 

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Ep. 731 - Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the state of the strikes in Hollywood and how they are likely to impact prediction, before discussing Steven Soderbergh's Full Circle, new episodes of Bluey, and whether or not 65 is worth your time. Then, it's time for our review of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

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Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One (Just The Review)

Exclusive to Patrons: We're bringing you our review of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One early! David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the latest Tom Cruise/Chris McQuarrie joint and whether it lives up to the quality of its predecessors.

Spoilers begin at around ~20:00 into this audio.

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After Dark: The State of the Strikes, Philosophical Questions, The Bear Season 2

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the state of the Hollywood strikes, ponder some big philosophical questions. Then, at around 33:30 in, they discuss the second season of The Bear on Hulu.

PATRONS: You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast, going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS link to your podcast app.

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Ep. 730 - Joy Ride (GUEST: Hoai-Tran Bui from Inverse)

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss why Nimona is good wholesome fun, how The YouTube Effect is a great time capsule, and the way the weird wonderful world of I'm a Virgo comes to life. Then, Hoai-Tran Bui joins us from Inverse to discuss Joy Ride. Check ou...

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Open Thread: Patreon Mailbag (July 2023)

Hi Patrons!

One or more of our next few After Dark episodes will likely feature listener mail. Have any questions/suggested topics? Let us know in the comments below.

Also: If we didn't get to your question last time around, you are welcome to re-post them. Thanks, as always, for your support.

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After Dark: John Woo in Vulture, David Zaslav in GQ, Art That Causes a Rift, De-Aging Technology

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss Bilge Ebiri's John Woo interview and David Zaslav's profile in GQ (UPDATE: 2023-07-06 11:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post

Ep. 729 - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Alan Arkin's amazing career, the terrible news at the box office, and all the movies we're going to be getting from Mattel in the near future. Then they praise the awesomeness of The Bear, Blood and Gold, Hijack, and Justified. Finally, it's time to dive into Indiana Jones and the Dial ...

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After Dark: Lifetime Supplies, Wes Anderson's Asteroid City

David and Jeff debate what material they would want a lifetime supply of. Then starting at around 21:45, they discuss Wes Anderson's latest film, Asteroid City.

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Ep. 728 - Elemental

David and Jeff have an extended debate about all the terrible decisions that Hollywood is making these days, then talk about the greatness of Burden of Proof and The Bear Season 2. Finally, Devindra joins our review for a discussion of Pixar's latest, Elemental. Here's some of the news we discussed:

-Secret Invasion uses AI
-2023-06-27 13:00:00 +0000 UTC View Post

Elemental (Just The Review)

Exclusive to Patrons: We're bringing you our review of Elemental early! David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the newest Pixar film and whether it deserves its current box office fate.

Spoilers begin at around ~20:00 into this audio.

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After Dark: How We'd Spend $100 Million, Movies Based on Books, Extraction 2

David, Devindra, and Jeff then discuss what they'd do if they had $100 million to spend on movies. Then starting at around ~18:00 into the episode, we discuss Extraction 2, now streaming on Netflix.

PATRONS: You can get this audio in your podcast app by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast, going to the "My Membership" section, and copying and pasting the RSS link to your podcas...

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Ep. 727 - The Flash

David, Jeff, and Devindra get excited about Black Mirror again, praise the subtle complexities of Past Lives, get sucked into the world of Merpeople, and reflect on why The Last Airbender is one of the greatest stories ever told. Then, it's time for our review of The Flash

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The Flash (2023) (Just The Review)

Exclusive to Patrons: We're bringing you our review of The Flash early! David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the newest DC film and whether it is, in fact, one of the greatest superhero films ever made.

Spoilers begin at around ~22:45 into this audio.

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After Dark: John Romita Sr., Cormac McCarthy, Treat Williams, Movies We'd Take Back In Time, Vegetarianism, Best Meals, Cell Phones in Movies

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the passing of some great talents, reflect on their willingness to eat meat, and try to figure out what movie they'd bring into the past to blow people's minds. Also, here's Ted Chiang's article about ChatGPT and 2023-06-15 12:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post

Ep. 726 - Transformers: Rise of the Beasts

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss whether or not they'd watch Oppenheimer and Dead Reckoning in IMAX, reflect on the forgettable nature of Operation Fortune, recommend you skip The Idol, and get disappointed by the new Arnold documentary on Netflix. Then, it's time for the latest Transformers movie!

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After Dark: Apple's Vision Pro, Jury Duty, Movies That Saved Us

Devindra reports back from his experience trying on Apple's Vision Pro! Then starting at around ~42:00 into the podcast, David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss Freevee's Jury Duty, the movies that their significant others also enjoy, and the movies that saved them. 

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Open Thread: Patreon Mailbag (June 2023)

Hi Patrons!

One or more of our next few After Dark episodes will likely feature listener mail. Have any questions/suggested topics? Let us know in the comments below.

Also: If we didn't get to your question last time around, you are welcome to re-post them! Thanks, as always, for your support.

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Ep. 725 - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (GUEST: Dan Gvozden from The Amazing Spider-Talk)

We're making this week's episode available early for all Patrons. Thanks for your support! We will return to our regular schedule the week after next, with episodes coming out on Tuesday mornings for everyone.

David, Jeff, and Devindra discuss the future of the Fast franchise, praise the drama of You Hurt My Feelings, question the ending of Ted Lasson Season 3, and get excited about the return of I Think You Should Leave. Then, it's t...

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After Dark: The End of Succession and Barry

David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the series finale of Succession. Did the Roy children each get the fate they deserve? Then, starting at around 34:30, they dive into the series finale of Barry. What did we make of the time jumps this season and Barry's ultimate fate? Listen to find out!

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