We react to ‘Us,’ Jordan Peele’s much-anticipated follow-up to the social thriller ‘Get Out.’ We give a spoiler-laden explanation of the ending, analyze Peele leveling up as a filmmaker, and parse some of the cultural (but largely personal) themes that peek through in the film. (Disclaimer: there are spoilers in this podcast.)
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Aman ... Show More
Sep 1
10 Movies We Can’t Wait to See This Fall
Sean and Amanda open today’s show by breaking down the weekend box office and highlighting the solid performance of ‘Coyote vs. Acme,’ the continued bulldozing by ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ and ‘The Odyssey,’ and the big bomb by ‘The Dog Stars.’ Then, they kick off their fall mo ... Show More
1h 32m
Jul 2022
The Black Phone (2021) with director Scott Derrickson (spoilers)
This episode contains spoilers.
In a Film Stories special episode, director Scott Derrickson joins Simon to chat about his new film, The Black Phone. They talk about adapting and changing the source short story, one or two moments within the film itself, right through to oversee ... Show More
28m 47s
Jun 2022
Arrival & Other Plot Twists We Didn't See Coming
In episode 43 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison are all about spoilers and talking 'Arrival' & Other Plot Twists We Didn't See Coming. Join them as they dive into the films complicated screenplay, define what Denis Villaneuve calls "dirty sci-fi", and unpack all their favorite cin ... Show More
1h 14m