Ep. 554- Birds of Prey (GUEST: Angie Han from Mashable)
It’s the first day of the new format! David, Devindra, Jeff and Angie Han (https://twitter.com/ajhan?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor) , deputy entertainment editor @mashable (https://twitter.com/mashable) , jump straight into a feature review of Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn, the latest film by director Cathy Yan. How did the female v...
1hr 21m Feb 11, 2020
1hr 21m
Ep. 553 - The Rhythm Section
David and Jeff debate the differences between a documentary series and reality television. More Slashfilm meetups pop up around the country, fight club style. The cast discusses The Rhythm Section, the latest movie by director Reed Marano, for their feature review. Read about the origin of EGOT here in the Atlantic (https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2016/06/the-strange-tragicomi...
1hr 36m Feb 04, 2020
1hr 36m
Ep. 552 - The Gentlemen
David corrects a gross mistake he made about the physiology of the Na’vi. The cast feels nostalgic with Star Trek: Picard. For the feature review, David, Devindra, and Jeff takes on The Gentlemen, the latest film by director Guy Ritchie. Read about the life of a Hollywood Boulevard’s Superman here (https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2019-11-09/how-hollywoods-star-superman-wound-up-homeles...
1hr 24m Jan 28, 2020
1hr 24m
Ep. 551 - Little Women (GUEST: Melissa Tamminga from Seattle Screen Scene)
David goes to Hollywood and meets a very culturally relevant character. For the feature review, the cast plus Melissa Tamminga (https://twitter.com/oneaprilday?lang=en) , writer for @SeattleScreen (https://twitter.com/SeattleScreen) , discuss Greta Gerwig’s Little Women, the latest reincarnation of the beloved story.  Thanks to our sponsor this week: Pretty litter, Lightstream, Quip Go to http:...
1hr 40m Jan 22, 2020
1hr 40m
Ep. 550 - 1917
David, Devindra, Jeff chat about the latest Oscar nominations, the new Avatar concept car, and new 8k TV releases (spoiler alert: don’t buy one yet). The cast reviews 1917, a historic war epic written and directed by Sam Mendes.  To come see David and watch The Tobolowsky Files recorded live, go to filmingtobo.com (http://filmingtobo.com/) (please only RSVP if you could make it!)  Read Drew McW...
1hr 49m Jan 15, 2020
1hr 49m
Ep. 549 - The Top 10 Films of 2019
David, Devindra, Jeff countdown their top ten movies of 2019
2hr 23m Jan 07, 2020
2hr 23m
Bonus Ep. - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker follow-ups
Dave, Devindra, and Jeff discuss all the discourse that's happened around Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker since their review.
1hr 30m Dec 31, 2019
1hr 30m
Ep. 548 - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter awaken to devote an entire episode to Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker, the third installment in the Star Wars sequel trilogy. Are the cast ready for the return of the J.J. Abrams? Or are they reminiscing the last director?  Thanks to our sponsor this week: PrettyLitter  Change your kitty litter today! Go to PrettyLitter.com and use code FILMCAST fo...
2hr 7m Dec 20, 2019
2hr 7m
Ep. 547 - Marriage Story + Uncut Gems
This holiday season, David, Devindra, Jeff give the gift of a double-feature. The cast reviews Marriage Story, the latest Netflix film by Noah Baumbach, and Uncut Gems, a crime drama featuring a rough looking Adam Sandler.  Thanks to our sponsors this week: 8hours and Feals. Visit 8hours.com (http://8hours.com/) for your hand-picked and exclusive videos on film and television. Become a member t...
1hr 52m Dec 17, 2019
1hr 52m
Bonus Ep. - Rian Johnson goes deep on 'Knives Out'
Writer/director Rian Johnson returns to the Slashfilmcast to discuss his inspirations for his new hit film, 'Knives Out.'
54m Dec 13, 2019
54m
Ep. 546 - The Irishman (GUEST: Melissa Tamminga from Seattle Screen Scene)
As 2019 comes to an end, David, Devindra, and Jeff evaluate the merits of "worst of the year" list. For the feature review, the cast plus Melissa Tamminga (https://twitter.com/oneaprilday?lang=en) , writer for @SeattleScreen (https://twitter.com/SeattleScreen) , discuss The Irishman, the latest crime drama directed and produced by Martin Scorsese. Does the three and half hour Netflix epic live ...
1hr 51m Dec 10, 2019
1hr 51m
Ep. 545 - Knives Out
Jeff is back to defend the Tesla Cybertruck and reconsider the merits of the children’s show PJ Masks. Meanwhile, David and Devindra find themselves watching more mature content such as Honeyland and Servant.  For the feature review, David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the highly anticipated whodunnit Knives Out. Does Rian Johnson’s latest deliver and surpass the murder mystery genre? Read why th...
1hr 40m Dec 03, 2019
1hr 40m
Ep. 544 - Jojo Rabbit
Happy Thanksgiving from Slashfilmcast! David and Devindra review Jojo Rabbit, the latest film by Taika Waititi. Find out whether the mix of humor and drama work well together in this WWII satire. Stay for the after dark as the duo cartalk about Ford, Ferrari, and Tesla. Read about how James Mangold captured 100mph in Ford v Ferrari here (https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/ford-v-ferrari-cinematog...
1hr 22m Nov 26, 2019
1hr 22m
Ep. 543 - Ford v Ferrari
David, Devindra, and Jeff talk about the giant mouse in the room that is the Disney+ streaming service. Jeff gives a passionate case against the children's series PJ Masks . For the feature review, the cast debate the value and shortcomings of James Mangold's Ford v Ferrai.  Read this Bloomberg article (https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-11-15/ford-v-ferrari-a-generation-of-cars-best-...
1hr 41m Nov 19, 2019
1hr 41m
Ep. 542 - Doctor Sleep (GUEST: Patrick Klepek from Waypoint)
David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Patrick Klepek, (https://twitter.com/patrickklepek
) senior reporter at Waypoint (https://www.vice.com/en_us/section/games
) , to talk about the politics of Terminator: Dark Fate and the digital resurrection of James Dean. For their feature review, the cast return to the Overlook Hotel in Doctor Sleep, the sequel to The Shining. Does the belated follow-up...
1hr 45m Nov 12, 2019
1hr 45m
Ep. 541 - Terminator: Dark Fate (GUEST: Matt Singer from ScreenCrush)
David, Devindra, and Jeff chat about the perks of being a podcaster. For the feature review, the cast are joined by Matt Singer (https://twitter.com/mattsinger?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor) of http://ScreenCrush.com to discuss Terminator: Dark Fate, the sixth installment in the Terminator franchise. Tune in to hear the debate over this futuristic “legacyquel” Check out...
1hr 45m Nov 05, 2019
1hr 45m
Ep. 540 - Parasite
David, Devindra, and Jeff get on the hype train by reviewing Parasite, the latest film by Korean director Bong Joon-Ho. Tune in to find out whether the movie deserves a Palme d'Or, the highest prize awarded at the Cannes Film Festival. Read this Reddit thread (https://www.reddit.com/r/movies/comments/do3kao/korean_fans_of_parasite_please_share_jokes_and/) for all the Korean jokes Westerners may...
1hr 42m Oct 29, 2019
1hr 42m
Ep. 539 - El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie
David, Devindra, and Jeff review El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, a cinematic epilogue to the hit show Breaking Bad. With the original showrunner Vince Gilligan back in the director's seat, the cast debates whether El Camino lives up to the legacy of "the one who knocks."  Thanks to our sponsors this week: Villains, Feals, and Native Download the Villains podcast wherever you get your podcast o...
1hr 13m Oct 22, 2019
1hr 13m
Ep. 538 - Gemini Man
David, Devindra, and Jeff review Gemini Man, the latest film by Academy Award- winning director Ang Lee. Listen to find out whether Lee’s obsession with high frame rate technology pays off in the Will Smith versus Will Smith action flick. Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant (https://culturallyrelevantshow.com/) . Check out Jeff Cannata’s D&D show Dungeon Run (http...
1hr 4m Oct 15, 2019
1hr 4m
Ep. 537 - Joker (GUEST: Bob Chipman from Escapist Magazine)
David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Bob Chipman (aka MovieBob), film critic from escapistmagazine.com (http://escapistmagazine.com/) , moviebobcentral.com (http://moviebobcentral.com/) , and creator of The Big Picture, to review Joker. Find out whether the latest movie by director Todd Phillips starring Joaquin Phoenix helped them put on a happy face. Read MovieBob's review of Joker here (h...
1hr 41m Oct 08, 2019
1hr 41m
Ep. 536 - Ad Astra
The boys are back in town! David tastes the bread of an "Icelandic geothermal bakery" while Jeff returns to the movie theater... to watch sports. The cast reviews Ad Astra, the latest film by James Gray starring Brad Pitt. Tune in to find out whether the science fiction epic is totally rad or completely sad.  Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant (https://culturally...
1hr 27m Oct 01, 2019
1hr 27m
Ep. 535 - Hustlers (GUEST: Inkoo Kang from Slate)
Jeff is back with  limericks while David is away. Devindra and Jeff are joined by Slate staff writer Inkoo Kang to discuss Hustlers. Stripping away the star-studded cast, does the latest film by Lorene Scafaria have substance on top of style?  Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant (https://culturallyrelevantshow.com/) . Check out Jeff Cannata’s D&D show Dungeon Run ...
1hr 13m Sep 24, 2019
1hr 13m
Ep. 534 - Slackers (GUEST: Germain Lussier from io9)
It's time for the winner of the Summer Movie Wager to pick a film. This year, Germain Lussier chose a film near and dear to his heart - Slackers - a 2002 gross out comedy directed by Dewey Nicks. Tune in to hear David and Devindra give a  million reasons to NOT watch this movie. Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Culturally Relevant (https://culturallyrelevantshow.com/) . Check out ...
1hr 14m Sep 17, 2019
1hr 14m
Ep. 533 - It Chapter Two (GUEST: Anya Stanley from Dread Central)
Pennywise the clown returns in It Chapter Two. David and Devindra are joined by Anya Stanley from Dread Central to discuss whether the sequel to the hit Stephen King adaptation lives up to its former trauma. Follow Anya on Twitter (https://twitter.com/bookishplinko) and check out her work at her website (https://www.anyawrites.com/) and at Dread Central (https://www.dreadcentral.com/category/ed...
57m Sep 10, 2019
57m
Ep. 532 - The 2019 Summer Movie Wager Results
The 2019 Summer Movie Wager results are in!
1hr 15m Sep 04, 2019
1hr 15m
Ep. 531 - Ready or Not
David and Devindra debate the merits of Den of Thieves among other Gerald Butler movies. In Jeff's absence, David step in for limerick duties for the feature review of the indie horror Ready or Not. To wish Jeff a speedy recovery, send an audio message to slashfilmcast@gmail.com titled "Message to Jeff." Read the Ringer article on why Den of Thieves is an under appreciated heist movie here (htt...
47m Aug 28, 2019
47m
Ep. 530 - The Amazing Johnathan Documentary
In today’s episode, David discusses how he successfully orchestrated a Slashfilmcast meet-up in Decatur, Georgia.  For their feature review, David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter unveil The Amazing Johnathan Documentary, a Hulu film that blurs the line between fact and fiction. Stay tuned for Peter’s interview with the film's director Ben Berman. Listen and subscribe to David’s newest podcast Cultur...
1hr 44m Aug 20, 2019
1hr 44m
Bonus Ep. - Why 1999 Was The Best Movie Year Ever (GUEST: Brian Raftery)
In this special crossover with one of David's other podcasts, Culturally Relevant, David talks to Brian Raftery about his new book Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen.
1hr 10m Aug 13, 2019
1hr 10m
Ep. 529 - Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
David, Devindra, Jeff sit through Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
1hr 12m Aug 07, 2019
1hr 12m
Ep. 528 - Once Upon a Time In ... Hollywood (GUEST: Lindsey Romain from Nerdist)
David, Devindra, Jeff, and Lindsey talk about Once Upon a Time In ... Hollywood
1hr 55m Jul 30, 2019
1hr 55m
Ep. 527 - The Lion King
David, Devindra, and Jeff review The Lion King (2019).
1hr 45m Jul 23, 2019
1hr 45m
Ep. 526 - Midsommar (GUEST: Valerie Complex)
David, Devindra, and Valerie Complex review Midsommar.
1hr 25m Jul 16, 2019
1hr 25m
Ep. 525 - Spider-Man: Far From Home (GUEST: Dan Gvozden from The Amazing Spider-Talk)
David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Dan Gvozden to review the latest Spider-Man movie.
1hr 41m Jul 09, 2019
1hr 41m
Ep. 524 -Yesterday
David, Devindra, and Jeff review the film Yesterday
1hr 39m Jul 02, 2019
1hr 39m
Ep. 523 - Toy Story 4 (GUEST: Kristy Puchko from Pajiba.com)
David, Devindra, Jeff welcome back a Kristy Puchko cameo on the podcast. Devindra strongly urges people to watch Neon Genesis Evangelion on Netflix. For the feature review, the cast ask the important question: is the forth installment in the Toy Story franchise a soulless cash grab or a beautiful continuation of the beloved tale? Find more of Kristy’s work at decadentcriminals.com. Read Krist...
1hr 45m Jun 25, 2019
1hr 45m
Ep. 522 - Men in Black: International (GUEST: Lindsey Romain from Nerdist)
Devindra explains the difference between Hotel Mumbai and The Wedding Guest. Jeff praises Fleabag season 2 as a work of genius. The cast plus Lindsey Romain, staff writer at Nerdist, review Men In Black: International.  Check out Jeff Cannata’s new D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answer...
1hr 17m Jun 18, 2019
1hr 17m
Ep. 521 - Black Mirror: Season 5
David regrets tricking Devindra into watching Dark Phoenix; Jeff shudders at the premise of The Act. The cast examine their reflections in Black Mirror. Is the battery draining too fast on the latest season of the sci-fi series? Watch David's video essay on the Asian American references in Netflix's rom-com Always Be My Maybe. Check out Jeff Cannata’s new D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen to Dav...
1hr 34m Jun 12, 2019
1hr 34m
Ep. 520 - Godzilla: King of the Monsters
Devindra returns and tackles a review of Godzilla: King of Monsters with Jeff and David. Also, the crew discusses why Chernobyl is worth the price of your HBO subscription and how The Wedding Guest is a great display of Dev Patel's skills. Check out Jeff Cannata’s new D&D show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know Mo...
1hr 22m Jun 04, 2019
1hr 22m
Ep. 519 - Aladdin (GUEST: Aisha Harris from The New York Times)
When Devindra is away, David and Jeff come out to watch the latest Disney live-action Aladdin. Together with Aisha Harris from the New York Times, the cast find out whether the remake live up to the original 1992 version.  Read Aisha Harris’s article in the New York Times on why the reiteration doesn’t make Disney more progressive, and Anisa Khalifa’s post on why the casting can’t s...
1hr 30m May 28, 2019
1hr 30m
Ep. 518 - John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum
David, Devindra, and Jeff open up some Detective Pikachu mails, then kick some butt with the third installment of the John Wick franchise. Check out Jeff Cannata’s new show Dungeon Run. Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering your question on the latest gadgets. Subscribe to David's Youtube channel at Dave...
1hr 1m May 21, 2019
1hr 1m
Ep. 517 - Pokémon Detective Pikachu
David, Devindra, and Jeff binge some new Netflix content including Knock Down the House, Dead to Me, and I Think You Should Leave. For the feature review, the cast find out whether Detective Pikachu is "super effective." Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering your question on the latest gadgets. Subscribe to D...
1hr 20m May 14, 2019
1hr 20m
Bonus Ep. - Avengers: Endgame and the Women of the MCU  (GUEST: Inkoo Kang from Slate)
While many critics have showered Avengers: Endgame with praise, some are pointing out the problematic treatment of women in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as a whole. In this bonus episode, David sits down with Inkoo Kang, staff writer at Slate, and Hoai-Tran Bui, writer at Slashfilm, to talk about the female characters of the MCU.  Read Inkoo Kang’s analysis on why the feminist moments o...
48m May 09, 2019
48m
Ep. 516 - Avengers: Endgame Mailbag and Further Analysis (Feat. /Film Daily and Brian Roan from The Film Stage)
It's a post-Endgame extravaganza! David, Devindra, and Peter open up the mailbag since their feature review of the film, followed by a Slashfilm Daily segment on where each Marvel characters stand at the moment. Last but not least, David chats with Brian Roan, writer and host at The Film Stage, about why Avengers: Endgame might be morally apprehensive. On Slashfilm.com, read about all the sho...
3hr 26m May 07, 2019
3hr 26m
Ep. 515 - Avengers: Endgame (GUEST: Patrick Willems)
After twelve years, 21 movies, and a single consequential snap, we are finally in the endgame! David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Patrick H. Willems, host of the Infinity Podcast, to review Avengers: Endgame and reflect on the past, present, and future of Marvel Cinematic Universe. Watch Patrick Willems's three-part video essay on the limitations of Marvel Cinematic Universe part 1, part...
2hr 13m Apr 26, 2019
2hr 13m
Ep. 514 - The 2019 Summer Movie Wager
’Tis the season to count down the top 10 films of summer 2019! David, Devindra, Jeff, and Peter round up to predict the domestic box office totals. Everyone chooses their 1-10 ranked films: - Getting number 1 or number 10 dead-on gets you 13 points (each). - 10 points for numbers 2-9 dead-on - 7 points if your pick was only one spot away from where it ended up - 5 points if it was two spots a...
1hr 23m Apr 22, 2019
1hr 23m
Ep. 513 - Pet Sematary (GUEST: Ariel Fisher)
David and Devindra are joined by Ariel Fisher, co-host of the podcast A Frame Apart, to watch Pet Sematary. Does this most recent resurrection of Stephen King's novel live up to the horror of the original film? Read Ariel’s article on why the throne room fight in The Last Jedi is actually about online dating, and Nate Jones’s Vulture article on Jason Clarke: Hollywood’s go-to cuckold.&nb...
1hr 36m Apr 16, 2019
1hr 36m
Ep. 512 - Shazam! (GUEST: Griffin Newman from The Tick)
Devindra and Jeff are joined by actor Griffin Newman, known for his role as Arthur Everest in the Amazon Original series The Tick and for co-hosting the Blank Check podcast, to say the name Shazam!  Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill and Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering your question on the latest gadgets. Subscribe to David's Youtub...
1hr 20m Apr 09, 2019
1hr 20m
Ep. 511 - The Matrix 20th Anniversary Retrospective (GUEST: David Sims from The Atlantic)
It’s been two decades since audiences chose the red pill and entered the science-fiction world of The Matrix. The cast is joined by David Sims, film critic for the Atlantic and co-host of Blank Check podcast, to chase the white rabbit and discuss The Matrix’s lasting impact on film culture today. Read David Sim’s writing in The Atlantic on why a movie like The Matrix might never be made ...
1hr 48m Apr 02, 2019
1hr 48m
Ep. 510 - Us
David and Jeff investigate HBO's documentary Inventors: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley. For their feature review, the cast discuss the highly-anticipated film Us, Jordan Peele's follow-up to Get Out. In the After Dark, Peter Sciretta joins to ask the super important question: when should this year's Summer Movie Wager begin? Cast your vote on Twitter here. Read about Us's themes, twists, and...
1hr 52m Mar 26, 2019
1hr 52m
Ep. 509 - Triple Frontier
David enjoys the provocative dance-horror film Climax while Jeff reflects on parenthood through the Netflix show Working Moms. For their feature review, the trio tackles Triple Frontier, the star-studded Netflix original film directed by J.C. Chandor.  Listen to David’s other podcast Write Along with writer C. Robert Cargill Devindra's new podcast Know More Tech, answering your question ...
1hr 11m Mar 18, 2019
1hr 11m