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Alex, Erica and Max take you on a journey through film with this discussion podcast about movies.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 82 minutes
- Episodes
- 270
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Top Five Post Apocalyptic Movies
As the dust settles on a world unmade, the haunting beauty of post-apocalyptic cinema beckons. Just in time for the release of "Furiosa," we've armed ourselves with reflections from the…
Exploring the Legacy and Future of 'Planet of the Apes'
Embark on a cinematic odyssey with us as we unveil the genius behind the "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," a film that intertwines mesmerizing CGI with poignant storytelling. We'll v…
The Master of Jackets: A Ryan Gosling Odyssey
Dive headfirst with us into the dynamic filmography of Ryan Gosling, as Seattle's own Marcus Baker, a filmmaker with a knack for comedy and an eye for cinematic detail, joins us to diss…
Courting Complexity: A Deep Dive into Luca Guadagnino's 'Challengers'
Get ready to step onto the court with the enthralling narratives of Luca Guadagnino's "Challengers," where the suspense of tennis matches serves as a backdrop for an exploration of deep…
Spring Cleaning Our Watchlists: The Evolution of Cinema and Future of Streaming
Alex and Max, spring clean their movie watchlists and delve into the heart of cinema's evolution. The surprising success of films like 'Abigail' in theaters, we're discussing it all. Di…
200th Episode Celebration
Pop the cork and join as we mark a whopping 200 episodes of cinematic banter and insights with a blockbuster bash! From discussing the evolution of our film-watching habits to conjuring…
Ranking The Omen Series: Faith and Fear in Film
As the Omen film franchise creeps back into the spotlight, we couldn't help but get wrapped up in the spine-chilling allure of the series' latest entry. Join us on an eerie journey as w…
Rewinding the Reels: A Tribute to the Defining Films of the 1990s
Discover the films that not only won our hearts but also shaped the very fabric of cinema in the 1990s. With the help of Max our reigning Oscar prediction king, we're embarking on a nos…
A Mixed Bag of Recent Releases from Max and Alex
Emerging from the shadows of a brief Oscars break, we've dusted off our microphones to dissect the cinematic gems of 2024, sharing tales from our own lives that weave into the tapestry …
The Fallout of the 96th Academy Awards
Ever wondered what it's like to attend an Oscars Watch Party with a cinema-loving crowd? Alex McCauley and Max Fosberg experienced just that at the Grand Cinema, and we're spilling the …
LIVE at the Grand Cinema Oscars Watch Party: Winners, Surprises, and Future Predictions
Ever wondered what it feels like to be amidst the buzz and glamour of an Oscars watch party? Max and Alex transport you to the heart of the action at the Grand Cinema's Theatre 3 for a …
Diving Into 'Dune Part 2' and Unveiling Our Oscar Predictions
Prepare to traverse the dunes of Arrakis and beyond as we dissect the phenomenon of "Dune Part 2," a cinematic marvel that's captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike. Our late…
Exploring Denis Villeneuve's Cinematic Universe and Award Season Insights
Embark on an auditory adventure with us, Alex and Max as we traverse the sweeping landscapes of Denis Villeneuve's much-anticipated "Dune Part 2." In a spoiler-free fashion, we compare …
Unraveling Madame Webb and the BAFTAS
Alex and Max unravel Madame Webb's mysterious web in the latest Marvel-Sony film. We're taking you on a deep dive into the 2003 setting—could this be the untold origins of Peter Parker…
Revisiting the 1999 Oscars: Indie Darlings, Unforgettable Performances, and the way it should of gone
Step back in time with us as we tackle the enigma of the 1999 Academy Awards, promising a revisionist's take on the films that have, or should have, stood the test of time. The indie fi…
Decoding the Oscar Noms + Space Garbage
Our latest discussion spins around the Academy Award nominations and snubs, culminating in the baffling omissions of cinematic talents. Prepare to decode the the Academy's choices, and…
Michael Mann Extravaganza!
Max and Alex bring in multiple guests into studio and out in the field to talk all things surrounding Mann and his new film Ferrari.
Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg
Guests: Ron MacAu…
The 2004 Movie Draft
Alex and Max are joined by two special guests as they wind the clock back 20 years and draft their favorite movies from 2004.
Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg
Guests: Erica Crouse, Ka…
The Golden Globes + 2024 Most Anticipated Movies
The guys cover their first award show of the year as the Golden Globes return and then they look ahead to some of their most anticipated movies in 2024.
Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosb…
The Best of 2023!
Alex and Max invite some friends to talk about the year in cinema and their own picks for best movie of the year.
Hosts: Alex MacAulay and Max Fosberg
Guests: Derek Nunn, Derek Schnieder,…