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Lesson 377: Love Actually - …No (Spoilers) from 2023-12-08T07:50
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy kick off their second annual Season of Suffering with a 20th anniversary viewing of one of the most cringe-worthy Christmas films of all time, Love Actually.
... ListenLesson 376: Thanksgiving - It’s Black Friday, Pilgrim (Spoilers) from 2023-11-23T07:52
The Filmlosophers and Jr Filmlosopher Sarah want to wish you and your loved ones a happy holiday as they take a fun look at Eli Roth’s pilgrim serial slasher film, Thanksgiving.
The Cornu...
ListenLesson 375: Five Nights at Freddy’s - Franchise Faux Pas (Spoilers) from 2023-11-10T23:59
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are joined by Jr Filmlosopher and video game aficionado Sarah to break down and discuss the subtle -and not-so-subtle- nuances of the hit indie horror game-turne...
ListenLesson 374: Asylum Month - 2025 Armageddon (Spoilers) from 2023-10-30T05:57
The Filmlosophers and Intern/Final Girl Amy wrap up their celebration of the Asylum rabbit hole with a look at the nexus film honoring the 25th anniversary of the infamous studio, 2025 Armageddo...
ListenLesson 373: Asylum Month - Asteroid-a-Geddon (Spoilers) from 2023-10-20T17:15
The Filmlosophers and Intern/Final Girl Amy are joined by friend of the show Ben to continue their celebration of The Asylum Studios this month with a cataclysmic take on their 2020 end-of-the-w...
ListenLesson 372: The Asylum Month - Abraham Lincoln vs. Zombies (Spoilers) from 2023-10-12T06:28
The Filmlosophers and Intern/Final Girl Amy celebrate The Asylum Studios this month as they creep carefully through the history books and sift through the chaos and entertainment of their “mockb...
ListenLesson 371: Star Trek Beyond - Sabotage! (Spoilers) from 2023-10-09T06:44
ListenLesson 370: Star Trek Into Darkness - Lens Flare Nightmare (Spoilers) from 2023-09-22T00:07
The Filmlosophers and Ensign Amy are blinded by the light -or should we say lens flare. Joined by host of The Capeless Crusaders David “Doc” Barrie, the crew “reflects” on the middle entry from ...
ListenLesson 369: Star Trek (2009): Kirk&Crew Redux (Spoilers) from 2023-09-14T06:34
The Filmlosophers and Ensign Amy warp to their next destination in a parallel universe as they embrace the master of the lens flare director J.J. Abrams’ fresh take in Star Trek (2009).
T...
ListenLesson 368: Star Trek 10: Nemesis - The Last Generation (Spoilers) from 2023-09-07T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Ensign Amy beam back to the Multiverse where no man has gone before, as they dust off their phasers in celebration of Star Trek Month with a review of the most divisive fil...
ListenLesson 367: Haunted Mansion (2023) - Spectral Storytelling (Spoilers) from 2023-08-31T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy may be a little late to the party, but they are definitely ready to join the joyful processional with the latest adaptation of the timeless Disney attraction, Ha...
ListenLesson 366: Blue Beetle - Familia Primero (Spoilers) from 2023-08-24T07:34:48
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy break out the cervezas and the jams as they get pulled into la familia with their latest thoughts on the indigenous indigo cabezón superhero out of Warner Bros a...
ListenLesson 365: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem - Cowabunga! (Spoilers) from 2023-08-17T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy shred the streets of nostalgia as they delve deep into Seth Rogen’s fresh take on our shell-shocked crime fighters, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. ...
ListenSpecial Episode: Curtis Fisher Jr. - Remembering Our Friend (Tribute) from 2023-08-14T01:48:15
The hosts of the Filmlosophers, The Capeless Crusaders, and Video Game BANG! come together to say farewell to not only a staple in the Sacramento community, but also to dear a friend.
Lat...
ListenLesson 364: Barbie - Life in Male Fragility, It’s Fantastic (Spoilers) from 2023-08-11T23:17:39
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy take a strange and nostalgic trip to a land of yesteryear, where they discuss the subtle surprise and not-so-subtle power behind Greta Gerwig’s latest film, Barb...
ListenLesson 363: Joy Ride (2023) - The Devil in the Details (Spoilers) from 2023-07-28T06:45:17
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are back after some studio construction to discuss Adele Lim’s directorial debut with Joy Rid...
ListenLesson 362: Elemental - Alchemic Connection (Spoilers) from 2023-06-29T08:29:41
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy hold back the waterworks as they regal the surprise and delight of Pixar’s first film released in theaters since the pandemic, Elemental. The Earthen Eclectics u...
ListenLesson 361: Transformers: Rise of the Beast - Hasbro, Oh No! (Spoilers) from 2023-06-22T07:00
Jr Filmlosopher Logan joins the Filmlosophers and Intern Amy to maximize the conversation around the latest pull from our millennial youth with the newest entry in the Transformers franchise, Tr...
ListenLesson 360: The Flash (2023) - Scarlett Letters (Spoilers) from 2023-06-16T22:08:02
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are caught between a Speedster and a Bat-Place as they discuss their crisis of conscience in reviewing the recent drop from WB and DC in The Flash (2023). The Ca...
ListenLesson 359: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse - Thwip It Good (Spoilers) from 2023-06-08T11:49:21
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy find themselves immersed into a whole new world of animation art styles and Webslingers in ou...
ListenLesson 358: Sharknado Franchise - Frickin Sharks (Spoilers) from 2023-06-02T19:29:20
FIlmlosopher Spencer and Intern Amy torture Filmlosopher Eddie with a revisit to the franchise that almost made him rage quit ...
ListenLesson 357: Ani-MAY - Mirai (2018) - Anime’s “Future” (Spoilers) from 2023-05-25T07:28:40
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy round out their month of Ani-MAY with a stunning (and surprising) project from Mamoru Hosoda ...
ListenLesson 356: Ani-MAY - Belle (2021) - Lost in Translation (Spoilers) from 2023-05-19T19:22:30
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy kick off their celebration of the incredible month of Ani-MAY with a stark discussion of the 2021 Cannes Film Festival favorite and Studio Chizu’s latest offerin...
ListenLesson 355: Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3 - I Am Raccoon (Spoilers) from 2023-05-11T00:16:55
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are joined by the host of the Capeless Crusaders, Doc Barrie, as they muster the courage to say farewell to James Gunn’s work in the MCU with our review of Guard...
ListenLesson 354: Star Wars Day - Filoni Fest! (Discussion) from 2023-05-07T01:27:04
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are joined by fan of the show Marcus to geek out about all the galactic shows from a galaxy far, far away to celebrate the best holiday in the galaxy, Star Wars ...
ListenLesson 353: Beau is Afraid - Que Vey (Spoilers) from 2023-04-26T18:15:38
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy brave the chaotic and troubling mind of director Ari Aster and come out unsure of what to say about A24’s latest project, Beau is Afraid. The Discombobulated Dis...
ListenLesson 352: Renfield - A Tale of Two Nicks (Spoilers) from 2023-04-19T16:19:16
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy summon the ultimate powers of positive affirmation to decipher the latest efforts of director Chris McKay and Nicolas Cage, Renfield. The Hellish Helsings break ...
ListenLesson 350: The Super Mario Bros (2023) - B + P = 4Ever (Spoilers) from 2023-04-13T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy powerslide into the latest video game-film adaptation with Videogame BANG! host Cory Vincent, as they each run the gauntlet to discuss Nintendo and Illumination’...
ListenLesson 349: John Wick: Chapter 4 - French Dispatchers (Spoilers) from 2023-03-29T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy engage in blind combat (through conversation) as they discuss the latest entry in the John Wick franchise, John Wick: Chapter 4. The Cunning Choreographers unloa...
ListenLesson 348: Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves - Sweet, Sweet Fantasy (Review) from 2023-03-23T16:53:47
Through fire and flame, the Filmlosophers and Intern Amy scale the depths of caverns deep to unearth the joy found in the late...
ListenLesson 347: Creed III - Shadow Boxing for the Soul (Spoilers) from 2023-03-15T16:59:51
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy fight against the surge of films beating their way into theaters to bob and weave through Michael B. Jordan’s directorial debut in the latest entry of the Creed ...
ListenLesson 346: The Whale (2022) - Call Me Brendan (Spoilers) from 2023-01-27T18:35:11
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy endure the painful yet emotionally charged tale of Charlie in Darren Aronofksky’s 2022 film, The Whale. The Auteur Authors discus...
ListenExtra Credit: The Best (and Worst) films of 2022 (Discussion) from 2023-01-24T16:46:04
In lieu of the awards season being fully in swing, The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy take a hard look at the films we got a chance to review this past year, and se...
ListenLesson 345: Avatar: The Way of Water - Inappropriate Appropriation (Spoilers) from 2023-01-18T19:16:50
ListenLesson 344: Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery - Cinematic Whodunnery (Spoilers) from 2023-01-11T16:12:56
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy use the art of deduction and logic to determine the impact of Rian Johnson’s whodunnit sequel released on Netflix, Glass Onion: A...
ListenHoliday Extra Credit: Intern Amy’s Holiday Movie Defined (Discussion) from 2022-12-26T08:00
The Filmlosophers drop some late holiday cheer as they try to wrap their brains around Intern Amy’s CLEAR definition of what dictates a holiday movie. With the ov...
ListenLesson 343: Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio - Chiseled Perfection (Spoilers) from 2022-12-21T08:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy sweetly savor mid-holiday delights with Guillermo del Toro’s stop motion masterpiece, Pinocchio. The Conversational Cinephiles re...
ListenLesson 342: The Menu - Kinesic Kitchen Nightmares (Spoilers) from 2022-12-15T20:52:59
The Filmlosophers begin their month of Yule with a look at the visually appetizing yet maniacally enthralling foodie movie of the year, Mark Mylod’s The Menu. The...
ListenLesson 341: Amy’s Birthday Celebration - Paddington 2 (Spoilers) from 2022-11-24T22:45:04
The Filmlosophers celebrate the birth of Intern Amy as they take a hard stare at one of her favorite films of all time, Paddington 2. The Celebratory Cellmates cr...
ListenLesson 340: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever - Thanatological Excellence (Spoilers) from 2022-11-16T22:40:06
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy reflect sincerely on the cinematic thanatological study presented by director Ryan Coogler in the latest Marvel drop, Black Panth...
ListenExtra Credit: The Devil’s Backbone - A Ghost Story of Balance (Spoilers) from 2022-11-06T18:53:09
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy give one last final hurrah to the Halloween season in this Extra Credit episode with an overdue review of Guillermo Del Toro’s ow...
ListenLesson 339: Wendell&Wild - Armature Maturity (Spoilers) from 2022-11-03T19:55:14
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy aren’t finished with the spooky season yet as they immerse themselves in the world of stop-motion Henry Selick’s latest work rele...
ListenLesson 338: Extra Credit - Halloween Movie Extravaganza! (Discussion) from 2022-10-31T07:00
The Filmlosophers get into the holiday spirit of All Hallows' Eve in this Extra Special Extra Credit as our hosts and friend of the show Ben dish out their favorite Halloween flicks! The Vicious...
ListenLesson 337: Black Adam - It’s Not a Boulder… (Spoilers) from 2022-10-26T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy wrestle with the shake-ups at WB, the immense amount of CG, and the people’s Champ in the latest entry of the DCEU, Black Adam. The Raging Revenants pull back th...
ListenLesson 336: Halloween Ends - Evil Thrusts (Spoilers) from 2022-10-19T20:11:56
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy celebrate Eddie’s latest trip around the sun as they review the latest -and final- entry in the famed Halloween franchise, Hallow...
ListenLesson 335: Cronos (1993) - Time After Time (Spoilers) from 2022-10-05T14:26:42
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy kick off the spooky season with a closer look at mastermind Guillermo del Toro’s everlasting tale, Cronos (1993). The Ethereal Ed...
ListenLesson 334: Star Trek: First Contact - A Lasting Impression (Spoilers) from 2022-09-28T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Ensign Amy say hello and goodbye to the TNG cast as we walk out the door for the last film of Star Trek Month, Star Trek: First Contact. Do...
ListenLesson 333: Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (Spoilers) from 2022-09-21T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Cadet Amy say goodbye to the TOS cast as they venture into new lands with Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. 25 years' worth of stories, adventures, and camaraderie wi...
ListenLesson 332: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home - Whale, Whale, Whale (Spoilers) from 2022-09-15T01:22:11
The Filmlosophers and Cadet Amy continue their voyage across space and time with 1986’s Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. The Voyaging Voyeurs break down the plan from this entry with their time tr...
ListenLesson 331: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan - Rich, Corinthian Cinnabons (Spoilers) from 2022-09-07T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy enlist in Starfleet for the month of September, exploring the best of the Star Trek film franchise, starting with the first sequel of the saga, Star Trek II: The...
ListenLesson 330: They/Them - Respect, Renew…Rewrite? (Spoilers) from 2022-08-31T21:03:40
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy camp out under the stars in hopes of seeing shooting stars in NBC’s new horror film streaming on Peacock, They/Them. The Outdoors...
ListenLesson 329: 35th Anniversary of Masters of the Universe (1987) (Spoilers) from 2022-08-24T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy take on Skeletor and the ward of evil 80’s tropes as they regale the 35th anniversary of one of the iconic crown jewels of that e...
ListenLesson 328: Prey - Eat and Love (Spoilers) from 2022-08-17T16:19:17
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy travel back to a simpler time of foraging, nature, and hunting -as well as being hunted- in the latest prequel installment to the...
ListenLesson 327: Bullet Train - Locomotive Therapy (Review) from 2022-08-10T07:00
TOOT TOOT!! The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy hop on to the latest non-stop action film from Deadpool 2 director David Leitch, Bullet Train. The Locomotive Locos discuss the cinematic trip that w...
ListenLesson 326: 20th Anniversary of Signs (2002) - Fresh Eyes on the Skies (Spoilers) from 2022-08-05T08:44:13
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are on an alien binge as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of the M. Night Shyamalan classic thriller, Signs (2002). The Inters...
ListenLesson 325: Nope - Spectacular Perspective (Spoilers) from 2022-07-27T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Intern Amy and Jr Filmlosopher Sarah peel back the layers on Jordan Peele’s latest film that has taken the world by spectacular storm, Nope. The Apropos Aliens detail the many...
ListenLesson 324: Willy Wonka&The Chocolate Factory - Fun Times, Wilder Memories (Spoilers) from 2022-07-20T07:00
At the height of Summer Blockbuster territory, the Filmlosophers unlock a special level of nostalgia and memory with a recollection of the timeless classic film, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Fact...
ListenLesson 323: Thor: Love and Thunder - Transformative Development (Spoilers) from 2022-07-13T07:00
Between retro cuts and Marvel butts, the Filmlosophers engage in a discussion about the latest chapter in phase 4 of the MCU, Thor: Love and Thunder. The Weathere...
ListenLesson 322: The Black Phone - Be Ringing Up Joe Hill (Spoilers) from 2022-07-06T07:28:32
The Filmlosophers are FINALLY joined by both Jr Filmlosophers, Sarah and Logan, to discuss one of the most talked about horror films of this year, Scott <...
ListenLesson 321: Fire Island - Pride Under Pressure (Spoilers) from 2022-06-29T08:03:06
**Note: this episode contains adult themes and situations that may not be suitable for young listeners or sensitive ears. Listener discretion is advised.**
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Lesson 320: Lightyear - Light Snack Inspiration (Light Spoilers) from 2022-06-23T16:32:24
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy crash land on a mysterious planet and discover the unknown truth that is the origin of our favorite childhood Disney-Pixar films ...
ListenLesson 319: Jurassic World: Dominion - Subservient Park (Spoilers) from 2022-06-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Intern Amy, and nerd aficionado Tyler embark on an archeological journey to see how Universal Pictures wraps up a childhood franchise with Jura...
ListenLesson 318: The Bob’s Burgers Movie - Ground Up Emotions (Spoilers) from 2022-06-08T14:04:24
The Filmlosophers, Intern Amy and Jr Filmlosopher Sarah articulate the animated servings of the combo team-up of Disney and FOX in The Bob’s Burgers Movie. The Re...
ListenLesson 317: Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers (2022) - Oversaturation Frustration (Spoilers) from 2022-06-01T07:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy break out their cereal bowls and dish out on the latest live-action offering from Disney+, Chip 'n' Dale: Rescue Rangers (2022). The Ample Animaniacs give their ...
ListenLesson 315: The Adam Project - The Mamas and The Papas (Spoilers) from 2022-05-18T18:13:22
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy break every conceivable time travel law of the universe and unravel the mysteries of Netflix films in the latest flick from Shawn...
ListenLesson 314: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness - Spooker-Heroes (Spoilers) from 2022-05-11T20:32:37
The Filmlosophers and nerd aficionado Tyler quantum leap through space and time to finally give our thoughts on the latest horror-tastic entry in the MCU, Doctor ...
ListenLesson 313: Extra Credit - Epic Star Wars Day Trivia! from 2022-05-05T03:00
The Filmlosophers crack open the ole Extra Credit playbook and dish up some epic Star Wars trivia for Star Wars Day! Since Eddie, Spencer and Amy are hosting a St...
ListenLesson 312: The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent - Vote for Pedro (Spoilers) from 2022-05-04T14:23:38
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy narrowly escape the twisted maze that is the ego of a nuanced actor to share their thoughts on 2022’s The Unbearable Weight of Ma...
ListenLesson 311: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore - Magical Narcissism (Spoilers) from 2022-04-26T07:00
Intern Amy takes charge on this magical journey with The Filmlosophers as they demystify the truths of a school professor in the latest entry from the Wizarding W...
ListenLesson 310: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 - Blue Lightning in a Bottle (Spoilers) from 2022-04-13T07:00
The Filmlosophers race against evil alongside Knuckle-headed pal of the show, Tyler, to dissect the latest in video game movie adaptations with Sonic the Hedgehog...
ListenLesson 309: Everything Everywhere All At Once - Risked It for the Biscuit (Spoilers) from 2022-04-06T06:55:43
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy jump into a parallel universe and discover a different kind of multiverse masterpiece in A24’s Everything Everywhere All At Once....
ListenLesson 308: 100th Anniversary of Nosferatu - Monochromatic History (Discussion) from 2022-03-30T07:49:01
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy unveil the cinematic history created by innovation, creativity, and plagiarism in F.W. Murnau’s 1922 horror classic, Nosferatu. T...
ListenLesson 307: Turning Red - How Bao That (Spoilers) from 2022-03-23T05:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy wax nostalgia of teenage pasts as they regal the complexity of this prodigious pubescent tale in Pixar’s Turning Red. The Budding...
ListenLesson 306: 40th Anniversary of The Thing - Practical Magic (Spoilers) from 2022-03-16T07:00
The Filmlosophers bring in trusted friends and fellow nerd JR to celebrate the 40-year-old enigma that is John Carpenter’s The Thing. The Creeping Cohorts descend...
ListenLesson 305: The Batman - Riddle Me This (Spoilers) from 2022-03-09T08:00
The Filmlosophers patrol the dark skies of Gotham with Nerd Afficinado Tyler and new Jr Filmlosopher, Logan, and discuss Matt Reeve’s take on the Dark Knight in 2...
ListenLesson 304: 34th Anniversary of Bloodsport (Spoilers) from 2022-03-02T08:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are joined by action movie lover Tyler to celebrate 34 years of Kumite with a review of the 1988 classic, Bloodsport. The Brawlin...
ListenLesson 303: Moonfall - Divorced in Space (Spoilers) from 2022-02-23T08:26:04
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are jettisoned into space without direction as they navigate Roland Emmerich’s latest disaster movie, Moonfall. The Aeronautical ...
ListenLesson 302: Super Bowl LVI - Trailers, Spots and Surprises (Discussion) from 2022-02-16T08:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy kick-off a huge trailer breakdown post-Super Bowl to discuss all the great reveals and sneak peeks! The Revelation Revelers take ...
ListenLesson 301: Scream (2022) - Toxic Fan Fiction (Spoilers) from 2022-02-09T09:07:32
The Filmlosophers are joined again by Jr Filmlosopher Sarah to discuss toxic fandoms in the 2022 horror film, Scream. The Fantastical Freaks breakdown the super ...
ListenLesson 299: Scream (1996) - Like You Mean It (Review) from 2022-02-03T09:36:20
THE FILMLOSOPHERS ARE BACK, and are joined by Jr Filmlosopher Sarah for a jog down memory lane with a take on Wes Cravens 1996 horror masterpiece, Scream. The Re...
ListenLesson 298: 2021 in Review - Hindsight is 20/21 (Discussion) from 2022-01-05T07:51:23
The Filmlosophers and intern Amy take one last look behind them as they reminisce and debate on 2021’s offering of film, fun and filmlosophy! The Nostalgic Noodle...
ListenLesson 297: The Matrix Resurrections - A Wachowski Ouchie (Spoilers) from 2021-12-30T14:37:53
The Filmlosophers take a last leap with intern Amy as they jump into the new year with a look at Warner Bros new take on the neo-futuristic film saga, The Matrix ...
ListenLesson 296: Spider-Man: No Way Home - Cardial Direction (Spoilers) from 2021-12-22T08:52:34
The Filmlosophers and intern Amy swing through the doors with their excitement over Marvel’s latest entry in the Web Slinger’s tale, Spider-Man: No Way Home. The ...
ListenLesson 295: Season of Suffering - Lifetime’s “Mistletoe&Menorahs” and Netflix’s “The Knight before Christmas” (Review) from 2021-12-15T16:25:05
The Filmlosophers drag along with Intern Amy as they recollect their Season of Suffering with a review of Lifetime’s “Mistletoe & Menorahs” and Netflix’s “The Knight before Christmas.” Listen
Lesson 294: Disney’s Encanto - Familial Fractures (Review) from 2021-12-08T10:07:29
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy trace their genealogical roots through the lens of Disney’s Encanto. The Disney Fiends reveal familial parallels with the latest ...
ListenLesson 293: Red Notice - Dimming Stars (Spoilers) from 2021-12-01T08:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy trudge through the murky depths of Netflix to relish the pain that is Red Notice. The Tormented Trio traverse through the star-st...
ListenLesson 292: Ghostbusters: Afterlife - Nostalgia Resurrected (Spoilers) from 2021-11-24T07:49:01
The Filmlosophers cross over into the otherworldly as they converse with the dead (and each other) on the latest entry in the ghost-hunting franchise, Ghostbuster...
ListenExtra Credit: V/H/S Franchise - Cigarette Burns and Evil Turns (Discussion) from 2021-11-21T08:06:16
Never one to go long without discussing Horror, the crew breakdown their thoughts on the unique and obscure world that is the V/H/S franchise! Joined by friend of...
ListenLesson 291: Marvel’s Eternals - Curse of Kirby (Spoilers) from 2021-11-17T08:19:49
The Filmlosophers ascend to a god-like state of mind as they discuss the impact of Marvel’s latest entry into the cosmic saga, Eternals. In a deep dive of genius ...
ListenLesson 290: ‘80s Horror Films - Spooky Time Memories (Special Episode) from 2021-10-28T08:41:17
The Filmlosophers spare no expense as they are joined by special guests Sacramento filmmaker T.J. Aguilar and Capeless Crusader host Anthony Esteves for a trip do...
ListenLesson 289: Halloween Kills - Triplicate Psychology (Spoilers) from 2021-10-20T07:58:52
The Filmlosophers continue their celebration of the month of spooktacular with a chat over the latest horror offering of the year, Halloween Kills. Do the Tantamo...
ListenLesson 288: Creepshow 2 - Absentminded Adolescence (Spoilers) from 2021-10-15T01:37:21
With Eddie gone, Spencer is joined by Ben this week as the pair dive into the 1987’s horror classic, Creepshow 2. Do dumb teens making dumb decisions hold the movie back from being entertain? Or...
ListenLesson 287: Venom: Let There Be Carnage…and Confusion - (Spoilers) from 2021-10-06T08:39:15
The Filmlosophers kick off the spooky season with a lethal recollection of the recent Sony-Marvel sequel release, Venom: Let There Be Carnage. The Symbiotic Soulm...
ListenLesson 286: Malignant - Ocular Resection (Spoilers) from 2021-09-29T08:00:55
The Filmlosophers perform a cinematic dissection on James Wan’s latest horror offering, Malignant. The Cantankerous Citizens dive deep into the mind of Wan and pu...
ListenLesson 285: Dear Evan Hansen (2021) - Cinematic Thespionage (Review) from 2021-09-22T09:15:12
The Filmlosophers wave through a window as they discuss musicals and their adaptations with a review of the latest stage-to-screen film, Dear Evan Hansen. Alongsi...
ListenLesson 284: Enrichment Courses - (Lesson 81) Mother! (Review) from 2021-09-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers pull out some of the old textbooks and begin a new Enrichment Course with a revisit of Lesson 81, and the discussion of Darren Aronofsky’s Mothe...
ListenLesson 283: Shang Chi and the legend of the Ten Rings - Culture Appreciation (Review) from 2021-09-08T07:24:42
The Filmlosophers embark on a mystic journey to uncover the beauty and wonder of Marvel Studio’s latest film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. The Sanct...
ListenLesson 282: Candyman (2021) - Bittersweet Anthropology (Spoilers) from 2021-09-01T07:00
The Filmlosophers are joined once again by Ben to bring the sweets to the sweet and talk about Nia DaCosta’s eerily beautiful work with 2021’s Candyman. The Terri...
ListenLesson 281: Candyman (1992) - Sweet, Sweet Lore (Review) from 2021-08-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers find themselves in front of a mirror, ready to spill their thoughts on the 1992 classic horror tale, Candyman. The Reflective Rapscallions divul...
ListenLesson 280: The Green Knight (2021) - Arthurian Lit 101 (Spoilers) from 2021-08-18T07:00
The Filmlosophers take on the Christmas challenge with Intern Amy as we delve into Arthurian tales with a discussion of A24’s The Green Knight (2021). The Virtuous Vicars gear up to ride out and...
ListenLesson 279: Free Guy (2021) - Sweet Sweet Fantasy (Spoilers) from 2021-08-12T08:23:50
The Filmlosophers jump out of the real world and right into the fun of Shawn Levy’s Free Guy. The Desktop Desperados get wrapped in the crazy virtual world with a...
ListenLesson 278: The Suicide Squad (2021) - Gunn’s Blazing (Review) from 2021-08-05T06:20:33
The Filmlosophers fight against the odds to discuss James Gunn’s upcoming DC masterpiece, The Suicide Squad. The Spandex Cellies get an advanced viewing of James ...
ListenLesson 277: Palm Springs (2020) - Timey Wimey (Spoilers) from 2021-07-29T19:08:55
The Filmlosophers ends their cinematic exploration of Summer Flings as Intern Any reveals her final pick of the month, 2020’s Palm Springs. The Time Lords open Pa...
ListenLesson 276: Roman Holiday (1953) - Vespa Veritas (Spoilers) from 2021-07-21T09:16:37
The Filmlosophers journey with Intern Amy by the colosseum to discuss a Summer fling favorite in the renowned classic film, Roman Holiday (1953). The Romantic Rom...
ListenLesson 275: Amélie (2001) - Couleurs de Films (Spoilers) from 2021-07-14T10:34:18
The Filmlosophers continue their summer fling as Intern Amy navigates the Rhone to review the modern French classic film, Amélie (2001). The Compétente Comrades t...
ListenLesson 274: 50 First Dates (2004) - Live. Sleep. Repeat. (Spoilers) from 2021-07-07T18:13:42
The Filmlosophers give Intern Amy the reins as they embark on a journey through summer fling flicks with a review of Adam Sandler’s 50 First Dates (2004).
ListenLesson 273: Luca (2021) - Silencio Execs (Review) from 2021-06-30T19:46:29
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy are swept away by the beauty of Disney-Pixar’s Luca (2021). The Bravissimo Burros dissect the Italian-inspired picturesque film c...
ListenLesson 272: In the Heights (2021) - Pure Sueños (Spoilers) from 2021-06-23T17:34:19
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy sway and dance around the discussion of the musical-inspired recent drop from HBO Max, In the Heights (2021). The Bachata Brood f...
ListenLesson 271: Two Filmlosophers and Their Dads (Father’s Days Special) from 2021-06-16T08:01:29
The Filmlosophers celebrate a special day as they discuss life and films with the men who helped shape them into who they are today: their fathers. The Paternal ...
ListenLesson 270: A Quiet Place II - Monstrous Adolescence (Review) from 2021-06-09T14:11:32
The Filmlosophers are joined by the very first Jr Filmlosopher, Sarah, to discuss the teen-driven sequel by John Krasinski, A Quiet Place II. The Muted Maestros b...
ListenLesson 269: The Mitchells vs the Machine - Tech Corruption (Spoilers) from 2021-06-02T14:44:39
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy take their love for tech gadgets to a new level with a discussion of Netflix’s The Mitchells vs the Machines. The Digital Divas g...
ListenLesson 268: MAYDAY! - Geostorm (2017) - New Armagedden? (Review) from 2021-05-26T14:44:46
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy light up the sky with special guest Alex Amaro to send their final MAYDAY as they discuss 2017’s Geostorm. The Quarrelsome Quarte...
ListenLesson 267: MAYDAY! - Armageddon - Destructive Romance (1998) (Review) from 2021-05-19T18:41:05
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy drill down to the nitty-gritty as they send up their MAYDAY for the month of May in Michael Bay’s Armageddon (1998). The Transfix...
ListenLesson 266: MAYDAY! - The Day After Tomorrow (2004) (Review) from 2021-05-12T07:27:05
The Filmlosophers send up they’re MAYDAY for the month of May with a look at Roland Emmerich’s The Day After Tomorrow (2004). The Destructive Duo prepare for impa...
ListenLesson 265: Star Wars Day - Skywalker Saga (Review) from 2021-05-05T00:00
The Filmlosophers, along with Padawan Amy, knock the sand from their boots and raise a glass of blue milk to another trip ‘round the galaxy for a Star Wars Day di...
ListenLesson 264: Mortal Kombat (2021) - Whoopsie? (Review) from 2021-04-28T19:07:26
The Filmlosophers test their might (of knowledge) by battling their way through a discussion of HBO Max's recent video game adaptation, Mortal Kombat (2021). The Gargantuan Goro’s prepare for th...
ListenLesson 263: Concrete Cowboy - An Unexpected Ride (Spoiler) from 2021-04-21T07:00
The Filmlosophers blaze the trail through the concrete jungle to explore Netflix’s latest release, Concrete Cowboy. The Voracious Vaqueros tear back the pages of ...
ListenLesson 262: The Wrestler - A Tragic Match (Spoilers) from 2021-04-14T08:39:25
The Filmlosophers honor the recent WWE Wrestlemania event with a solid exploration of 2008’s heart-wrenching film from Darren Aronofsky, The Wrestler. The Duo is ...
ListenLesson 261: Godzilla vs Kong - Not Feeling the Bern (Spoilers) from 2021-04-07T07:00
The Filmlosophers are joined by friend of the show, Ben, to discuss the monstrous outcome of HBO and Legendary's Godzilla vs Kong. The Titanic Trio examines the dynamics of the recently released...
ListenLesson 260: Capeless Crossover Event! Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 2 (Review) from 2021-03-31T07:00
The Filmlosophers and The Capeless Crusaders return for the second half of our two-part event in our epic crossover review of Zack Snyder's Justice League! The Disastrous Dudes (& Dudette) concl...
ListenLesson 259: Capeless Crossover Event! Zack Snyder's Justice League (Review) from 2021-03-24T08:14:14
The Filmlosophers unite with fellow epic podcast, The Capeless Crusaders, in a massive crossover event to review the latest from the DCEU and WB, Zack Snyder's Ju...
ListenLesson 258: Back2Back: Coming to/2 America (Review) from 2021-03-17T15:02:26
The Filmlosophers travel to Zamunda and Queens to discover the quirky comedic mind of Eddie Murphy in a back-to-back review of Coming to/2 America. The Dynamite Dudes discuss the impact the firs...
ListenLesson 257: Raya and the Last Dragon (Review) from 2021-03-10T09:42:09
The Filmlosophers explore the world of Kumandra as they discuss the latest from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Raya and the Last Dragon. The Fantastical Few weigh...
ListenLesson 256: The Vigil - Meshuga Memories (Review) from 2021-03-03T09:53:58
The Filmlosophers find spookity vibes early in the year as they discuss IFC Film’s latest serving of independent goodness in Keith Thomas’s The Vigil. The Schmooz...
ListenLesson 255: Judas and the Black Messiah (Spoilers) from 2021-02-24T08:00
The Filmlosophers revisit our vicious history in the 2021 Warner Bros Pictures and HBO original film, Judas and the Black Messiah. The Vigilant Vigilantes explore...
ListenLesson 254: The Willoughbys - ¿Que Hora Es? (Spoilers) from 2021-02-17T08:19:14
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy dive deep into familial love while discussing Netflix’s animated hit of 2020, The Willoughbys. The Colloquial Colleagues become enraptured by the children’s book...
ListenLesson 253: Malcolm&Marie - (Gas)Lit Conversations (Spoilers) from 2021-02-10T17:18:06
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy attempt to maneuver through the destructive nature of the titular characters in Netflix’s Malcolm & Marie. The Tempestuous Tempta...
ListenLesson 252: The Invisible Man (2020) - The Psychology of Anxiety (Spoilers) from 2021-02-03T08:00
The Filmlosophers go back a year to discuss one of Eddie’s top films of 2020, The Invisible Man (2020). The Visible Vicars clash as they don’t see eye to eye on a film hailed as one of the best ...
ListenLesson 251: 2020 - The Best Movies of an Abysmal Year from 2021-01-27T08:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy take a long, hard look at the past 12 months to find the best of the dumpster fire known as 2020. The Cinematic Censors revisit the past year to find the hidden ...
ListenLesson 250: One Night in Miami - Discriminatory Calculus (Spoilers) from 2021-01-20T08:00
The Filmlosophers dive deep into the study of change as they dissect Regina King's directorial debut, One Night in Miami. The Diligent Dynamos explore the fictitious -but no less impactful- acco...
ListenLesson 249: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom - Psychology of the Blues from 2021-01-13T09:00
The Filmlosophers are Chicago bound as they discover the wonders of Blues in the 1920s with a discussion of Netflix’s latest release, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. The Fanciful Fellas experience one...
ListenLesson 248: Soul - Eschatology for Kids (Review) from 2021-01-06T08:00
The Filmlosophers -and fellow film enthusiast Ben- burst through the doors of 2021, ready to reveal the joys and reality of Disney-Pixar’s latest release, Soul. T...
ListenLesson 247: Wonder Woman 1984 - Undeveloped Narrative (Spoilers) from 2020-12-30T08:00
The Filmlosophers go retro with Intern Amy as they revisit the latest DCEU entry from HBO Max and Warner Bros, Wonder Woman 1984. The New Year’s Rockin’ Rockettes traverse through the non-sequel...
ListenLesson 246: Holiday Classics! Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) (Review) from 2020-12-16T10:21:02
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy take Christmas back to the ‘80s as they review an ad-filled film from Spencer’s past, Santa Claus: The Movie (1985). The Tree-Topping Trio explores the wonderful...
ListenLesson 245: Holiday Favs! Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (Review) from 2020-12-09T08:00
The Filmlosophers deck the halls & barricade the fireplaces along with Intern Amy as they discuss a holiday favorite of Eddie’s, Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010). The Festive Few take a str...
ListenLesson 244: The Great MacGuffin Hunt! (Discussion) from 2020-12-02T11:00
The Filmlosophers take Intern Amy on the road less traveled to hunt for one of the most elusive items in film: MacGuffins! The Sleuthing Cinematic Scholars start the holidays off right with a bi...
ListenLesson 243: Doctor Who Family Fest: 13th Doctor Special- Spyfall (Review) from 2020-11-25T19:55:50
The Filmlosophers take a last stroll on Gallifrey with Intern Amy to celebrate the Doctor in the review of the 13th Doctor’s 2-episode espionage special, Spyfall. The Kasaavin Cohorts untangle t...
ListenLesson 242: Doctor Who Family Fest: 12th Doctor Christmas Special- Twice Upon a Time (Review) from 2020-11-18T18:21:44
The Filmlosophers find Intern Amy in the time stream to join the celebration and discussion of the 12th Doctor Christmas Special, Twice Upon a Time. The Mondasian...
ListenLesson 241: Doctor Who Family Fest: 50th Anniversary Episode- The Day of the Doctor (Review) from 2020-11-11T20:25:16
The Filmlosophers continue leaping through time stasis bubbles to celebrate the Doctor by discussing the 50th-anniversary episode, The Day of the Doctor. The Zygonian Zealots use all their brain...
ListenLesson 240: Doctor Who Family Fest: Series 4 Finale - The End of Time (Review) from 2020-11-04T08:00
The Filmlosophers and Intern Amy (from the Capeless Crusaders) jump back in time to celebrate the wonders of the Doctor by reviewing David Tennant’s series 4 finale, The End of Time. The Time-Tr...
ListenLesson 239: Horror Special Feature - Social Thrillers (Discussion) from 2020-10-28T07:00
The Filmlosophers are joined by Intern Amy (from the Capeless Crusaders) to honor the season by discussing the nature of the most talked-about horror subgenre: So...
ListenLesson 238: Horror Double Feature: Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)/ Little Shop of Horrors (1986) from 2020-10-21T07:00
The Filmlosophers continue their descent into madness and music with their next horror double feature review offering of Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) and Little Shop of Horrors (1986). The G...
ListenLesson 237: Horror Double Feature: Sleepaway Camp (1983)/Dead Alive (1992) from 2020-10-14T14:30:12
The Filmlosophers dive into the holiday spirit headfirst with a horror double feature review on two underrated films, Sleepaway Camp (1983) and Dead Alive (1992)....
ListenLesson 236: Paprika - Introspective Deception (Spoilers) from 2020-09-30T09:21:05
The Filmlosophers complete their journey in honoring the creative genius of Satoshi Kon by discussing his most innovative -yet deceptive- film, Paprika. The Parad...
ListenLesson 235: Tokyo Godfathers - Parental Figures (Spoilers) from 2020-09-23T08:14:43
The Filmlosophers team up once again with Capeless Crusader -and intern- Amy to highlight a holiday anime classic from Satoshi Kon, Tokyo Godfathers. The Tokyo Tr...
ListenLesson 234: Millennium Actress - A Moving Masterpiece (Spoilers) from 2020-09-16T07:00
The Filmlosophers are joined by Capeless Crusader -and intern- Amy to celebrate one of Satoshi Kon’s gleaming masterpieces, Millennium Actress. The Tumultuous Trio reflects on the artistic style...
ListenLesson 233: Tenet - Temporal Disruption (Spoilers) from 2020-09-09T07:00
The Filmlosophers wrack their brains trying to understand the latest time-bending creation from Christopher Nolan in Tenet. The Temporal Todd’s continue their fig...
ListenLesson 232: Bill&Ted Face the Music - Party On! from 2020-09-02T07:00
The Filmlosophers bust out their Keytars and their leopard tights to rock on with the latest film in the Bill & Ted trilogy, Bill & Ted Face the Music. The Most Excellent Introverted Extroverts ...
ListenLesson 231: Game of Death (1978) - Untimely Endings from 2020-08-26T07:00
The Filmlosophers dish out their final move in their celebration of the iconic Bruce Lee by discussing his most unique -and final- film, Game of Death (1978). The Jeet Kune Dudes lay their final...
ListenLesson 230: Enter the Dragon (1973) - Intro to a New Era from 2020-08-19T07:00
The Filmlosophers pulls out all the punches and kicks as they bow down to one of Bruce Lee’s most famous films, Enter the Dragon (1973). The Quarrelsome Quipsters manage to muster up the words t...
ListenLesson 229: The Way of the Dragon (1972) - Roaming Holiday from 2020-08-12T07:00
The Filmlosophers continue to honor the martial arts master Bruce Lee with a lively discussion of his directorial debut, The Way of the Dragon (1972). The Destructive Dudes marvel at the iconic ...
ListenLesson 228: The Big Boss (1971) - An American Tragedy from 2020-08-05T07:00
The Filmlosophers fight their way to honor the memory of martial arts legend Bruce Lee by discussing his breakout film, The Big Boss (1971). The Combative Compadres bow before a power greater th...
ListenLesson 227: Summer Crossover - Blockbuster Favorites (Feat. Nerd On! The Podcast) from 2020-07-29T07:00
The Filmlosophers share a mind-blowing convo with the crew from Nerd On! The Podcast over some of our favorite Summer Blockbusters! The Dialectical Duo becomes the Quintessential Quad as Tom and...
ListenLesson 226: X-Men - Days of Future Yet to Come (Review) from 2020-07-22T07:00
The Filmlosophers celebrate their inner geekdom by discussing the movie that REALLY started it all, X-Men (2000). Honoring its 20th anniversary, the Munificent Mu...
ListenLesson 225: Hamilton - What’d We Miss? (Review) from 2020-07-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers -and "Intern Amy"- continue their patriotic celebrations by reviewing Disney’s recent streaming release, Hamilton. The Ceremonious Cadre of Cinema discusses the Broadway phenom...
ListenLesson 224: Shrek The Musical - Green with Theater Envy from 2020-07-10T08:00
The Filmlosophers are saved as Amy joins Spencer to help run the show and review one of the first popular musicals available through streaming services, Shrek The Musical. In a rare mishap of po...
ListenLesson 223: Independence Day - Old-Fashioned Blockbusters from 2020-07-10T07:00
The Filmlosophers show their stars and stripes as they journey back in time to get jiggy with aliens in 1996’s Independence Day. In a rare mishap of posting errors (ie., Eddie forgot to post las...
ListenLesson 222: Most Epic Dads in Film! (Discussion) from 2020-06-26T07:00
The Filmlosophers dig deep and share their personal choices for most treasured Dads in film. The Patriarchal Trio divulge what fatherly roles in cinema really tug...
ListenLesson 221: Artemis Fowl - Offensive Foul (Spoilers) from 2020-06-19T07:00
The Filmlosophers share -alongside Capeless Crusader Amy- their mourning of the standard of movies from Disney with the release of Artemis Fowl. The Mickey Mouse ...
ListenLesson 220: Do The Right Thing - The Conversation, Not the Movie from 2020-06-03T07:00
The Filmlosophers are joined again by the wonderful Amy to pull away from the movies and talk about the real-life atrocities happening in our country, and how they affect them.
ListenLesson 219: It’s Gonna Be Ani-MAY! Howl’s Moving Castle - (Spoilers) from 2020-05-27T07:00
The Filmlosophers take a stroll across the finish line with their best pal Amy as they gush over the final film in their journey to honor Hayao Miyazaki, Howl’s M...
ListenLesson 218: It’s Gonna Be Ani-MAY! Laputa: Castle in the Sky - (Spoilers) from 2020-05-20T07:00
The Filmlosophers journey across the sky -after sanitizing it- to bask in the wondrous glory of one of Miyazaki's most beloved films, Laputa: Castle in the Sky. The Kakkoii Kiddos further their ...
ListenLesson 217: It’s Gonna Be Ani-MAY! Spirited Away - (Spoilers) from 2020-05-13T07:00
The Filmlosophers take a long soak (in an antibacterial bubble bath) while celebrating another one of the incredible works from Hayao Miyazaki, Spirited Away. The Wakuwaku Warriors continue thei...
ListenLesson 216: It’s Gonna Be Ani-MAY! My Neighbor Totoro - (Review) from 2020-05-06T07:00
The Filmlosophers poke their heads out for a bit of sunshine (with masks on) while talking about the incredible Hayao Miyazaki and one of his greatest works, My N...
ListenLesson 215: Dirty Dancing - Nobody Puts Spencer in a Corner from 2020-04-22T07:00
The Filmlosophers clean up nicely in celebration as they review Lionsgate’s incredible movie livestream event this week, Dirty Dancing. The Dougie Duo is so excit...
ListenLesson 214: Cinephiles in the Time of Quarantine (w/ Jeff Fong) from 2020-04-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers adjust their face masks and mics as they welcome writer/director Jeffrey Fong to discuss the impact of the quarantine on the film industry. Maintaining the “six-foot rule” at a...
ListenLesson 213: Parasite - Germaphobia (Spoilers) from 2020-04-01T07:00
The Filmlosophers don their scrubs and hand sanitizer to brave the outside world and dig a little deeper into Bong Joon Ho’s award-winning film, Parasite. The Scholarly Studs keep six feet apart...
ListenLesson 212: What'cha Watching? Quarantine Edition from 2020-03-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers bring the Lysol and the films they have streamed or will stream while under quarantine. The Humbled Homebodies reveal what they’ve been doing while under the government-advised...
ListenLesson 211: Bloodshot - Diesel Fueled (Spoilers) from 2020-03-18T07:00
The Filmlosophers are dealing with both quarantine and Vin Diesel in his latest comic book film, Bloodshot. The Scrubbed Sanchos take time from stocking their toilet paper to discuss the latest ...
ListenLesson 210: Onward - Time After Time (Non-spoiler) from 2020-03-11T07:00
The Filmlosophers are joined by Amy of The Capeless Crusaders to do battle over the latest magical Pixar film, Onward. The table is divided, and the swords are drawn, but who will draw first blo...
ListenLesson 209: My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (Spoilers) from 2020-03-04T08:00
The Filmlosophers are joined by anime fanatic Tyler to discuss the long anticipated manga-inspired film to debut in theaters, My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising. The Tumultuous Trio dissect the fil...
ListenLesson 208: The Final Level: Escaping Rancala - B-Serious! from 2020-02-26T08:00
The Filmlosophers take their extensive knowledge of B-movies and love of cinema, and put them to the test with The Asylum Studios latest serving, The Final Level: Escaping Rancala. Does the stud...
ListenLesson 207: Sonic the Hedgehog - Rapid Redux from 2020-02-19T08:00
The Filmlosophers lace up their cross trainers and go for a run on the latest video game film to make its way to the big screen, Sonic the Hedgehog. The Rapid Romeos take on the task of critiqui...
ListenLesson 206: Birds of Prey - Emancipation Proclamation from 2020-02-12T08:00
The Filmlosophers don their high-heeled boots and break out their mallets for the latest film coming out of WB and DC, Birds of Prey. The Salacious Sparrows discuss the cinematic endeavors of co...
ListenLesson 205: Gretel&Hansel - Girl Power (Spoilers) from 2020-02-05T08:00
The Filmlosophers are left restless and stay awake all night after watching one of the first horror films of 2020, Gretel & Hansel. The Ferocious Fellas embark on a journey of discovery as they ...
ListenLesson 204: The Gentlemen - Brutal Etiquette from 2020-01-29T08:00
The Filmlosophers have a spot of tea and brutality as they discuss the latest selection to come from filmmaker Guy Ritchie, The Gentlemen. The Cantankerous Compadres take their time pulling apar...
ListenLesson 203: Bad Boys for Life - Deadpan Dichotomy (Non-spoiler) from 2020-01-22T08:00
The Filmlosophers bring the heat and recite mantras as they drive head first into the latest Bad Boys installment, Bad Boys for Life. Taking on the trilogy franchise that spans the course of 24 ...
ListenLesson 202: 1917 - The Long Take Wonder (Spoiler) from 2020-01-15T08:00
The Filmlosophers are joined in the trenches by Videogame BANG!’s very own Emma Skies to talk about the Oscar-nominated war epic, 1917. As the new year starts to strike up the band with this inc...
ListenLesson 201: The Grudge (2020) - Scary Movie Sequel (Spoiler) from 2020-01-08T08:00
The Filmlosophers creepily crawl their way from the theaters and into the studio to discuss the first horror film of 2020, The Grudge. Taking a chance on the reboot- wait, side story sequel (sid...
ListenLesson 200: The Best of the Decade (Special Episode) from 2020-01-01T08:00
The Filmlosophers celebrate 200 EPISODES with a bang, as they bring together a star-studded ensemble of guests to discuss the best films of the decade! The Fantastic Four come to create a omega-...
ListenLesson 199: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Spoiler) from 2019-12-25T08:00
The Filmlosophers spare no expense and bring back Travis and the gift of our unfiltered spoiler-filled thoughts on Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. The Glad Tiding Trio break out the joy of the...
ListenLesson 198: The Star Wars Holiday Special from 2019-12-18T08:00
The Filmlosophers brave new and uncharted territory, and come out more confused than ever after a conversation over The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978). The Cinematic Kringles don their holiday...
ListenLesson 197: Star Wars Crash Course (feat. Travis Cook) from 2019-12-11T08:00
The Filmlosophers are joined by Travis Cook to traverse the galaxy in the education of a galaxy far, far away, talking about the Star Wars franchise. In preparati...
ListenLesson 196: Frozen 2 - I'll Take the Unknown (Spoiler) from 2019-12-04T08:00
The Filmlosophers let it go as the temperature rises while talking about Disney’s Frozen 2. The Frozen Fellas catch the sequel that followed the wildly successful...
ListenLesson 195: Knives Out - Deadly Fun (Non-Spoiler) from 2019-11-27T08:00
The Filmlosophers are talking turkey -and murder!- as they talk about the much anticipated Rian Johnson murder mystery film, Knives Out. The day of thanks is almost upon us, but are the Diligent...
ListenLesson 194: Jojo Rabbit - A New Breed (Spoiler) from 2019-11-20T08:00
The Filmlosophers are earning their stripes as they are joined by The Capeless Crusaders Amy LaBelle to talk about Taika Waititi’s Jojo Rabbit. As the Tumultuous Trio discuss the highs and lows ...
ListenLesson 193: Doctor Sleep - Bad Parenting 101 (Non-Spoiler) from 2019-11-13T08:00
The Filmlosophers are back for a walk in the hedge maze as they take on a conversation of the sequel to 1980’s The Shining, Doctor Sleep. With it being one of the most anticipated films of 2019,...
ListenLesson 192: The Shining (1980) - Spencer's Not Here, Mrs. Torrance from 2019-10-30T07:00
The Filmlosophers ghoulishly prepare for next week’s film Dr. Sleep by watching it’s prequel, Stanley Kubrick’s 1980’s Horror classic, The Shining. The film that has been widely regarded as Step...
ListenLesson 191: Extra Credit - "Insidious" Intentions and Fun from 2019-10-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers take a break from their coffee's to come to the stark reality that Spencer may ACTUALLY like Horror films now! Spencer's journey has been a whirlwind of a ride, and the train a...
ListenLesson 190: Itsy Bitsy - Arachnophobia Redux from 2019-10-23T07:00
The Filmlosophers crawl creepily as they discuss the unique arachnophobic nightmare of Micah Gallo’s Itsy Bitsy. The Webbing Wonders gather their wits and face their fears as they discuss the in...
ListenLesson 189: Extra Credit - The Horror Test and the Lies from 2019-10-19T12:11:01
The Filmlosophers barely hold their coffees as they discuss the Horror films Spencer has seen, and the lies he's been hiding! Jumping headfirst into Spencer's viewing challenge for the month of ...
ListenLesson 188: The Nightmare Before Christmas - Spencer's Awakening from 2019-10-16T07:00
The Filmlosophers celebrate the Halloween season (and a birthday) with a nostalgic review of The Nightmare Before Christmas. The Boo Brothers take a stroll down memory lane and rewatch the film ...
ListenLesson 187: Extra Credit - The Halloween Grinch and Horror Movies from 2019-10-11T07:00
Lesson 186: Joker - It's Kind of a Funny Story...(Spoiler) from 2019-10-09T07:00
The Filmlosophers dance gracefully as they discuss the polarizing cinematic experience of Todd Phillip’s Joker. The Cantankerous Capers pull out all the shots and draw up their opinions about a ...
ListenLesson 185: Extra Credit - Spencer's Issue with It Chapter Two from 2019-10-06T20:27:05
Lesson 184: Back to the Future Trilogy - Spencer Takes the Wheel! from 2019-10-02T11:31:59
The Filmlosophers swap roles as Spencer jumps in the driver’s seat to discuss the franchise that redefined time travel films, the Back to the Future Trilogy. The DeLorean Dynamos, joined by frie...
ListenLesson 183: Rambo: Last Blood - Bleeding Out (Non-Spoiler) from 2019-09-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers leave a bloody trail behind them as they discuss the last film in the 37-year Action franchise, Rambo: Last Blood. The Strapping Cinephiles pull...
ListenLesson 182: First Blood (1982) - The War Never Ends from 2019-09-18T07:00
The Filmlosophers take a nose dive headfirst into the world of veterans and vagrancy with a deeper look at Sylvester Stallone’s 1982 action film, First Blood. The...
ListenLesson 181: Extra Credit - Crocker Con-versations w/ Odin Makes and Friends! from 2019-09-13T07:00
Lesson 180: Happy Birthday, Wizard of Oz! from 2019-09-11T07:00
The Filmlosophers pull out the party hats and grab the noise makers as they celebrate the 80th anniversary of the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz. The guys take some time out of the chaos of thei...
ListenLesson 179: Extra Credit - Creepy Cats and Scary Stories from 2019-09-05T07:00
The Filmlosophers have returned to drink coffee and wage war on movie trailers, as well as discuss why the ending of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark confused Spencer. Nestled back at the incre...
ListenLesson 178: It: Chapter Two (Non-spoiler) from 2019-09-04T08:06:55
The Filmlosophers face their deepest and darkest fears, and talk about the real dangers with Stephen King’s It: Chapter Two. The Terrible Two delve into the latest horror tale of Pennywise that ...
ListenLesson 177: It (1990) - Clown Prince of Horror from 2019-08-28T07:00
The Filmlosophers get down into the drains and exhume a blast from the past with the 1990 TV miniseries, It. In preparation for the upcoming sequel It: Chapter 2, the Terrible Two embark on a jo...
ListenLesson 176: Dora and the Lost City of Gold - Swiper, Swipe this Movie from 2019-08-21T07:00
The Filmlosophers question the decisions of their lives as they discuss the recently lamented film out of Nick Jr., Dora and the Lost City of Gold. This time, Spe...
ListenLesson 175: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark from 2019-08-14T07:00
The Filmlosophers leave the lights on to discuss Guillermo del Toro’s Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. The Duo pull up their lawn chairs and gather ‘round the campfire as they weave their thou...
ListenLesson 174: Fast&Furious Presents: Hobbs&Shaw from 2019-08-07T07:00
The Filmlosophers drives the getaway car to find out our thoughts on the latest entry into the car-racing franchise, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. The Pair race through memory lane to r...
ListenLesson 173: Extra Credit - Strangers Things Season 3 Review from 2019-08-02T19:00
The Filmlosophers take the show on the road...or at least, outside, for a fun and strange opportunity to talk Netflix's Strangers Things! Nestled at the incredible Oblivion Comics & Coffee, the ...
ListenLesson 172: Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood from 2019-07-31T07:00
The Filmlosophers get the skinny on the latest film from director Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood. The Duo travel back to groovier days to discuss Tarantino’s latest “magnum ...
ListenLesson 171: Yesterday - All Our Troubles Seemed So Far Away from 2019-07-24T07:00
The Filmlosophers go back in time and rock out as they welcome Video Game Bang! Host, Cory Vincent, to discuss Danny Boyle’s Yesterday. Coming off as a huge sleeper film, the guys take the time ...
ListenLesson 170: Co-host Trivia of Friendship! from 2019-07-17T07:03:35
The Filmlosophers test their allegiance to each other, and throw down the gauntlet in a battle of MOVIE TRIVIA! The questions, however, aren’t your simple, everyday run-of-the-mill movie questio...
ListenLesson 169: The Last Black Man in San Francisco from 2019-07-10T07:00
The Filmlosophers take a walk through San Francisco and discover the latest independent film to come out of the Bay Area, The Last Black Man in San Francisco. Winner of several awards at the Sun...
ListenLesson 168: Spider-Man: Far from Home (Non-spoiler) from 2019-07-03T07:00
The Filmlosophers web-sling their way into discussing Sony’s latest sequel in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Spider-Man: Far from Home. This iteration of the Wallcrawler closes out the Third Pha...
ListenLesson 167: Toy Story 4 - Attachment Issues (Spoilers) from 2019-06-26T07:00
The Filmlosophers revisit their old toy chest and review the latest entry in the Disney-Pixar powerhouse franchise, Toy Story 4. With Josh Cooley's directorial debut, this animated feature will ...
ListenLesson 166: Men In Black: International from 2019-06-19T07:00
The Filmlosophers take on the universal mystery of why we saw this movie in the first place with Men In Black: International (2019). This latest entry in the Men In Black franchise has the team ...
ListenLesson 165: Dark Phoenix - Ashes to Ashes from 2019-06-12T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, band together to keep from falling apart at the seams with this week’s review of Dark Phoenix (2019). The final installment ...
ListenLesson 164: Godzilla: King of the Monsters from 2019-06-05T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, knock over a few buildings while saving the world with this week’s review of Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019). As the t...
ListenLesson 163: Brightburn - Blood Red Son (Spoilers) from 2019-05-29T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, wonder if there’s anything good left in the world after viewing Brightburn (2019). The highl...
ListenLesson 162: John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum - I Know Gun-Fu from 2019-05-22T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, scramble to find weapons in every corner with this week’s review of John Wick Chapter 3: Parabellum (2019). The adrenaline-f...
ListenLesson 161: Detective Pikachu - Gotta Catch It from 2019-05-15T03:49:59
With Eddie out of the office for a week, Filmlosophers Spencer Williams and Chad Riley do a bit of a duet with this week's review of Detective Pikachu (2019). Starring Ryan Reynold, Justice Smit...
ListenLesson 160: Avengers: Endgame - The Infinity Saga Ends from 2019-05-01T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, drag their sorry carcasses out of the theater after repeat viewings of Avengers: Endgame (20...
ListenLesson 159: Iron Man - The Infinity Saga Begins from 2019-04-24T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, head back to the start of the infinity loop with this week’s review of Jon Favreau’s Iron Man (2008). The film marked the fi...
ListenLesson 158: Hellboy - Hell to the “No” from 2019-04-17T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, try desperately to escape the flames of the underworld with this week’s review of Hellboy (2019). The remake stars David Har...
ListenLesson 157: The Netflix Effect - Usurping the Throne? from 2019-04-10T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, tackle the debate of the modern era with this week’s evaluation of the Netflix effect...and a “mini-review” of one of the st...
ListenLesson 156: Shazam! - Youth in Revolt (&It’s All Good) from 2019-04-03T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, are feeling a bit of a power surge with this week’s review of Shazam! (2019). Directed by David F. Sandberg, the film stars ...
ListenLesson 155: Us - (Spoiler Review) from 2019-03-27T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, fight to stay comfortable in their own skin this week with a review of Jorden Peele’s sophomore film, Us (2019). Written and...
ListenExtra Credit - State of the "MC-Union" from 2019-03-20T09:00
In this bonus episode, we discuss the current state of where the Marvel Cinematic Universe is, and what are some of our theories for the future of the franchise. What do you think? Listen in to ...
ListenLesson 154: Captive State - Yeah, It Bugged Us Too from 2019-03-20T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get a bit sneaky with this week’s review of Captive State (2019). Written and directed by Rupert Wyatt, the film stars John ...
ListenLesson 153: Captain Marvel - Certified “Flerken Awesome” from 2019-03-13T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, power up for this week’s review of Captain Marvel (2019). With a record-shattering global opening, the last Marvel Cinematic...
ListenLesson 152: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World from 2019-03-06T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, rally together to deliver this week’s review of How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019). This franchise-finishing ...
ListenLesson 151: 2019 Academy Awards Recap - Host-less with the Mostest? from 2019-02-27T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, break out the cue cards and goodie bags for this year’s Oscars Recap. We’re light on the fashion play-by-play and heavy on t...
ListenLesson 150: Alita: Battle Angel - Battle Scars from 2019-02-20T08:00
The Filmlosophers pick apart the cybernetic workings of the latest film from Director Rober Rodriguez, Alita: Battle Angel (2019). Rodriguez, alongside producer and co-writer James Cameron, set ...
ListenLesson 149: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part from 2019-02-13T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, host a pop music dance party for this week’s review of The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (2019). Mike Mitchell directs off a...
ListenLesson 148: A Star is Born - Gaga or Nah, Bruh? from 2019-02-06T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get a little bit shallow with this week’s review of A Star is Born (2018). As the fourth iteration of this particular storyl...
ListenLesson 147: The Kid Who Would Be King - Review from 2019-01-30T05:14:07
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, dust off their swords and take a few practice swings for this week’s review of The Kid Who Would Be King (2019). The film br...
ListenLesson 146: Glass - A Good Idea, Broken in Pieces from 2019-01-23T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get mental with this week’s review of M. Night Shyamalan’s Glass (2019), the trilogy-concluding sequel to Unbreakable (2000)...
ListenLesson 145: ROMA - From the Depths of Memory from 2019-01-16T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, take time to appreciate their surroundings with this week’s review of Alfonso Cuarón’s ROMA (2018). Comprised almost entirel...
ListenLesson 144: 2018 Year in Review from 2019-01-09T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, wax a bit nostalgic as they discuss the highs (and lows) of the films of yesteryear. Perusing through the library of reviews...
ListenLesson 143: Bumblebee - Finding a Fresh Voice from 2018-12-26T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get a bit retro with this week’s spirited review of Bumblebee (2018). Set in the late 1980s, the film stars Hailee Steinfeld...
ListenLesson 142: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse - That Was New from 2018-12-19T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get their “thwip” on in this week’s review of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018). The film features a generous assortm...
ListenLesson 141: Mortal Engines - Darn You and the City You Rode In On from 2018-12-12T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get their steampunk on with this week’s review of Mortal Engines (2018). Directed by Christian Rivers, this cacophonous and ...
ListenLesson 140: Creed II - Daddy Issues from 2018-12-05T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, man up and duke it out with this week’s review of Creed II (2018). The follow-up to Ryan Coogler’s critically-acclaimed expa...
ListenLesson 139: Robin Hood - Firing Aimlessly? from 2018-11-28T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, feel like they’re stealing from the poor with this week’s review of box office bomb Robin Hood (2018). Directed by Otto Bath...
ListenLesson 138: Ralph Breaks the Internet - #GOAT? from 2018-11-21T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, experiment with a bit of augmented reality in this week’s review of Wreck It Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018). Star...
ListenLesson 137: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald from 2018-11-14T08:00
The Filmlosophers fly out on their Firebolts in this week’s review of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018). The film marks the second installment in the Fantastic Beasts film serie...
ListenLesson 136: Halloween: The Shape of Horror from 2018-10-24T07:01:47
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, test out their new panic room in this week’s review of Halloween (2018). The film marks a return to form for the series, fea...
ListenLesson 135: First Man: Shake, Rattle and Roleplay from 2018-10-17T07:45:47
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, bottle up their emotions for this week’s review of First Man (2018). Director Damien Chazelle reunites with his leading man ...
ListenLesson 134: Venom - I Think I’ve Got a Disease from 2018-10-10T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, cough up some new personalities with this week’s review of Venom (2018). The Sony Pictures film marks the studio’s first for...
ListenLesson 133: Bad Times at the El Royale - Crazy Good from 2018-10-03T07:07:51
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, straddle state lines with this week’s review of Bad Times at the El Royale (2018). Set in a rundown casino hotel where almos...
ListenLesson 132: A Simple Favor - Please Don’t Watch This Movie from 2018-09-27T00:25
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, run without scissors for this week’s review of A Simple Favor (2018). The film centers on Connecticut mommy vlogger Stephani...
ListenExtra Credit - Captain Marvel-ous! from 2018-09-19T09:00
HEY YOU GUYS! We're back! In this bonus episode, we discuss how incredible Marvel's Captain Marvel trailer looks, and why we may think it holds some key elements to what the future MCU will look...
ListenLesson 131: Nothing But Netflix - Double Feature from 2018-09-19T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, prepare for the worst with this week’s double feature review of two recent Netflix-distributed films: How It Ends (2018) and...
ListenLesson 130: The Predator - What’s So Funny? from 2018-09-12T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, work on ways to disappear into their surroundings with this week’s review of The Predator (2018). The latest film in the 31-...
ListenLesson 129: Kin - Next of...Something Mediocre at Best from 2018-09-05T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, try to steal back a few wasted minutes with this week’s review of Kin (2018). Adapted and expanded from the short film Bag M...
ListenLesson 128: Crazy Rich Asians: Money Well Spent from 2018-08-29T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, welcome back guest host Laura Sirikul and live like a bunch of multi-billionaires with this week’s review of Crazy Rich Asia...
ListenLesson 127: The Last Sharknado: End of an Era from 2018-08-22T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, dive into hot bag of time-hopping crazy with this week’s review of The Last Sharknado: It’s About Time (2018). The popular m...
ListenLesson 126: Blindspotting - Worth the Re-View from 2018-08-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, take a fresh tour of Oakland, California, with this week’s review of Blindspotting (2018). Filmed in 2017 in the rapidly-gen...
ListenLesson 125: The Meg - DOA? from 2018-08-09T02:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, stick to the shallows for this week’s review of The Meg (2018). The Meg stars Jason Statham as a deep sea rescue diver who t...
ListenExtra Credit - To B (Movie) or Not To B (Movie) from 2018-08-08T07:00
It's been awhile, but we're back! In this bonus episode, we discuss whether or not B-movies are actually worth watching, and why Spencer loves them so much. What do you think? Listen in to hear ...
ListenLesson 124: Christopher Robin - Alive and Well from 2018-08-03T02:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get a little sentimental with this week’s review of Christopher Robin (2018), the latest in a series of live action adaptati...
ListenLesson 123: Mission: Impossible Fallout (Non-Spoilers) from 2018-07-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, race against time to face a series of challenges head-on with this week’s review of Mission Impossible: Fallout (2018). Tom ...
ListenLesson 122: Skyscraper - Where There’s Smoke... (Spoilers) from 2018-07-18T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, face the towering inferno and come out the other side for this week’s review of Skyscraper (2018). Starring Dwayne “The Rock...
ListenLesson 121: Won’t You Be My Neighbor? - Yes, Please from 2018-07-11T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, hop on the Neighborhood Trolley for a trip down memory lane with this week’s review of the feature length documentary Won’t ...
ListenLesson 120: Ant-Man and the Wasp - Size Matters from 2018-07-04T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, embark on a subatomic rescue mission in this week’s review of Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018). Directed by Peyton Reed, this is ...
ListenLesson 119: Sicario: Day of the Soldado from 2018-06-27T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, try to come alive inside again after this week’s viewing of Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018). Brutal and emotionally taxin...
ListenLesson 118: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom from 2018-06-20T16:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, brave the volcano of uncertainty with this week’s review of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) starring Chris Pratt and B...
ListenLesson 117: Incredibles 2 - Yeah, They’ve Still Got It from 2018-06-13T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, exercise a few new superpowers with this week’s review of Incredibles 2 (2018) from Disney Studios and Pixar Animation. They...
ListenExtra Credit - No “Ocean” Needed? from 2018-06-06T09:00
In this bonus episode, we discuss whether or not Ocean's 8 (2018) actually needs to be associated with the Ocean's franchise. What do you think? Listen in to hear our thoughts!
Stick arou...
ListenLesson 116: Ocean’s 8 - A Worthy Con-tender? from 2018-06-06T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, hatch a plot to make a lot of money with this week’s review of Ocean’s 8 (2018). The fourth installment in Steven Soderbergh...
ListenLesson 115: Solo - A Group Effort (Spoilers) from 2018-05-30T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, attempt the second-fastest Kessel Run ever recorded with guest host Travis Cook in this week’s review of Solo: A Star Wars S...
ListenLesson 114: Deadpool 2 - Maximum Effort? (Spoilers) from 2018-05-23T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, assembles a stronger team with guest host Corey Hunt in this week’s review of Deadpool 2 (2018). Ryan Reynolds returns in th...
ListenExtra Credit - A Surprise Giveaway! from 2018-05-16T09:00
In this bonus episode, we unveil a special giveaway we have planned, but you have to listen to find out what it is! And we promise, it's not a half eaten chimichanga.
Stick around and joi...
ListenLesson 113: Deadpool - Betting On Red from 2018-05-16T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, wear their red shirts and brown pants for this week’s review of Deadpool (2016). The long-in-development action comedy stars...
ListenExtra Credit - Film Reboots: Should They Really? from 2018-05-09T09:00
In this bonus episode, we weigh the options -and recent experience- towards the conversation of whether or not reboots should be made.
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ListenLesson 112: Overboard - Fun-Forgettable from 2018-05-09T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, get rich for a few days with this week’s review of Overboard (2018). This retelling of the classic Kurt Russell-Goldie Hawn ...
ListenLesson 111: Infinity War Aftermath (Spoilers) from 2018-05-02T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, open the floodgates with this week’s unsalted, spoiler-filled recap of Avengers: Infinity War (2018). In the aftermath of Ea...
ListenSPECIAL FEATURE: Avengers: Infinity War (Non-Spoiler Review) from 2018-04-28T17:00:36
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, try to process all the emotions left behind in the wake of Avengers: Infinity War (2018) with this SPOILER-FREE review. Whil...
ListenExtra Credit - To Spoil, or Not To Spoil? from 2018-04-25T09:00
In this bonus episode, we discuss how much of a jerk move is it to spoil a movie for people, and whether or not Spencer really knows what "Rosebud" actually is.
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ListenLesson 110: Infinity War Crash Course from 2018-04-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, let their geek flag fly with this week’s preview of Avengers: Infinity War (2018). Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo and sta...
ListenExtra Credit: Video Game Adaptations - What Should Be Next? from 2018-04-18T09:00
In this week's bonus episode, the guys attempt to find better video games to adapt to film, and, ultimately, fight against the almighty power on the show: The Soundboard!
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ListenLesson 109: Rampage - Big Ambitions (Spoilers) from 2018-04-18T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, are taking it to the streets of Chicago with this week’s review of Rampage (2018). Directed by Brad Peyton, the film marks h...
ListenExtra Credit - Good Behavior Required from 2018-04-11T09:00
Welcome back to our bonus episode, ready to dish out some "Extra Credit!" In this episode, we discuss some pertinent things to consider before deciding to go see the film, A Quiet Place (2018). ...
ListenLesson 108: A Quiet Place - ASMR A Plenty from 2018-04-11T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, brush up on their sign language skills with this week’s review of A Quiet Place (2018). The film marks actor John Krasinski’...
ListenExtra Credit: Geological Errors (After Show) from 2018-04-04T09:00
Welcome to our first episode of bonus content, as we are here to offer up some "Extra Credit!" In our first episode, we fall deeper into the rabbit hole of Pacific Rim: Uprising (2018), as Chad ...
ListenLesson 107: Pacific Rim: Uprising - Breach of Trust (Spoiler) from 2018-04-04T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, re-enter the drift - and lose a few brain cells in the process - with this week’s review of Pacific Rim: Uprising (2018). Se...
ListenLesson 106: Ready Player One - Virtual vs. Reality from 2018-03-28T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, head to the OASIS for this week’s review of Ready Player One (2018). Adapted from Ernest Cline’s popular novel by none other...
ListenLesson 105: Tomb Raider - Back to Life, Back to Reality from 2018-03-21T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, welcome VideoGameBANG host David Webb for a little wave riding and cave diving in this week’s review of the reinvented Tomb ...
ListenLesson 104: A Wrinkle in Time - A Novel Attempt from 2018-03-14T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, journey across the multiverse with this week’s review of A Wrinkle in Time (2018), the first child-focused feature film from...
ListenLesson 103: 2018 Academy Awards Recap from 2018-03-07T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, host their annual Oscars after party with a recap of this year’s major wins, upsets, inspiring moments and awkward wardrobe ...
ListenLesson 102: Lady Bird - An Uncaged Spirit from 2018-02-28T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, keep things in their hometown with this week’s review of Greta Gerwig’s Lady Bird (2017). Set in Sacramento, the film chroni...
ListenLesson 101: The Cloverfield Franchise - Paradoxology from 2018-02-21T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, screw up time and space with this week’s review of The Cloverfield Paradox (2018). The surprise third installment of JJ Abra...
ListenLesson 100: Black Panther - King to All (non-spoiler) from 2018-02-14T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams The Filmlosophers travel to the mythical African nation of Wakanda in this week’s review of Black Panther (2018). New from Ma...
ListenLesson 99: Director's Profile - A (Ryan) Coogler Point of View from 2018-02-07T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams, prep for next week’s Black Panther (2018) review with a tour of director Ryan Coogler’s filmography including Fruitvale Stat...
ListenLesson 98: Maze Runner: The Death Cure (Spoiler Review) from 2018-01-31T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams blaze a new trail through the dystopic future with this week’s review of The Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018). Directed by ...
ListenLesson 97: 12 Strong - Emailing It In from 2018-01-24T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams examine the previously classified records of the so-called “horse soldiers” who fought alongside local militias against the T...
ListenLesson 96: Awards Season Review - The Post from 2018-01-17T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva, Chad Riley and Spencer Williams wax philosophical about the freedom of the press with this week’s review of The Post (2017). Directed by Steven Spielberg, th...
ListenLesson 95: Awards Season Review - Get Out from 2018-01-10T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome Spencer Williams as the official third co-host with a review of one of the year’s best reviewed films, Get Out (2017). Directed by Jor...
ListenLesson 94: 2017 - Year in Review from 2018-01-03T08:00
The Filmlosophers recap the year that was with a full review of 2017 films - what worked, what didn’t, who stood out and which studios dropped the ball. Alongside returning guest Spencer William...
ListenLesson 93: The Room/The Disaster Artist - Double Feature from 2017-12-27T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, are joined again by Spencer Williams as they step over the threshold and into the realm of B-movies, diving deep into a double feature of The ...
ListenLesson 92: Star Wars: The Last Jedi (Spoiler Review) from 2017-12-20T08:00
The Filmlosophers are short by one as Chad is away, but fear not! Eddie Villanueva brings in Star Wars enthusiast Michael Strange to discuss the recently released and domestically successful Sta...
ListenLesson 91: Darkest Hour - Victory At Any Cost from 2017-12-13T08:00
The Filmlosophers revisit the fateful days of World War II with this week’s review of Joe Wright’s film Darkest Hour (2017). Featuring Gary Oldman in an Oscar-buzzing lead role as British Prime ...
ListenLesson 90: The Shape of Water - A Fluid Exchange from 2017-12-06T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, submerge themselves in the compelling depths of Guillermo del Toro’s latest take on modern mythology, The Shape of Water (2017). Starring Sall...
ListenLesson 89: The MCU - From One Decade to Another from 2017-11-29T08:00
The Filmlosophers shine with their knowledge as they discuss the impact that Marvel has had in cinema for the past decade! Chad and Eddie talk about what films like Iron Man and Guardians of the...
ListenLesson 88: Coco (2017) - A Family Affair from 2017-11-22T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome Eddie’s wife, Doris, to the show for the first time as they dance their way through the Mexican Land of the Dead with this week’s slig...
ListenLesson 87: Justice League - Formational Exercises from 2017-11-15T08:00
The Filmlosophers brave Crime Alley with this week’s review of the long awaited film of the year, Justice League. Directed by Zack Snyder, the film has a star-studded cast including Ben Affleck,...
ListenLesson 86: Thor: Ragnarok - Hela Good (Spoiler) from 2017-11-01T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, The Filmlosophers tour the spaceways and spar with the gladiators of Sakaar in this week’s spoiler review of Marvel Studios’ latest release, T...
ListenLesson 85: Thor Franchise - A Tale of Two Princes from 2017-10-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, summon a ride on the Bifrost Bridge to prepare for next week’s debut of the highly anticipated Thor: Ragnarok (2017) with a recap and review o...
ListenLesson 84: The Princess Bride’s Nerdy Thirty from 2017-10-18T16:10:37
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take a walk down memory lane with this week’s review of The Princess Bride (1987), which celebrates its 30th Anniversary this month. One of th...
ListenLesson 83: Blade Runner 2049 - Time and Time Again (Spoiler) from 2017-10-11T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, zip up their collared jackets and head to the post-apocalyptic future of Blade Runner 2049 (2017), Denis Villenueve’s gorgeous sequel to Ridle...
ListenLesson 82: Blade Runner - I know You Noir But What Am I? from 2017-10-04T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, prep for this weekend’s most anticipated release with a throwback review of Blade Runner (1982), Ridley Scott’s sci-fi masterpiece starring Ha...
ListenLesson 81: Mother!: I just Killed A Man! from 2017-09-27T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome Spencer Williams and get confused about their own existence during this week’s review of Darren Aronofsky’s new film, mother! (2017), ...
ListenLesson 80: Kingsman: The Golden Circle (Review) from 2017-09-20T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, don their bespoke suits and dress it up for this week’s review of Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017), starring Taron Egerton, Mark Strong, Col...
ListenLesson 79: Espionage Etiquette 101 from 2017-09-13T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, dabble in a bit of spycraft with this week’s overview of the thrilling genre of spy movies. From some of Hitchcock’s greatest works to promine...
ListenLesson 78: It - The "King-dom" Has Arrived from 2017-09-06T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, face their fears with a review of It (2017), a new adaptation of Stephen King’s killer clown novel. Coming on the heels of the lackluster adap...
ListenLesson 77: The Hitman’s Bodyguard - Hilarity in Vulgarity from 2017-08-23T07:00
The Filmlosophers discuss the hilarity of vulgarity in The Hitman’s Bodyguard (2017), the bromantic action comedy you’ve heard so much about starring Samuel L. Jackson and Ryan Reynolds. The pro...
ListenLesson 76: Detroit - The Familiar Disease of Hate from 2017-08-16T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome guest commentator Wendy Day for a reflective review of Detroit (2017), directed by Kathryn Bigelow and starring John Boyega, Will Poul...
ListenLesson 75: The Dark Tower - Target Practice from 2017-08-09T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, venture into the realm of modern myth-making with their review of the much anticipated film adaptation of Stephen King’s The Dark Tower (2017)...
ListenLesson 74: Women: A Necessity in the Industry - Discussion from 2017-08-02T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome frequent guest and outspoken advocate Laura Sirikul for a timely conversation about the growing influence of women in film, both on an...
ListenLesson 73: Dunkirk Review and SDCC Recap from 2017-07-26T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, share thoughts on Christopher Nolan’s taut, tense new film, Dunkirk (2017), which interweaves multiple narratives to depict one of World War I...
ListenLesson 72: War for the Planet of the Apes - Review from 2017-07-19T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, head deep into the motion capture wilderness of Matt Reeve’s War for the Planet of the Apes (2017) starring Andy Serkis, Woody Harrelson and S...
ListenLesson 71: Despicable Me 3 - The Real Villain from 2017-07-12T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, embrace their darker side with a review of Despicable Me 3 (2017), wherein reformed villain Gru, voiced by Steve Carell, considers going back ...
ListenLesson 70: Spider-Man: Homecoming (Spoiler) from 2017-07-05T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, join with Sacramento's best cosplayer, Trenton Brewer, to relive the hormone-infused days of high school with a spoiler-filled recap of Spider...
ListenLesson 69: Baby Driver - A Ride Like No Other! from 2017-06-28T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, test drive Edgar Wright’s critical darling, Baby Driver (2017). Starring Ansel Elgort, Kevin Spacey, Lily James, Jon Hamm and Jamie Foxx, the ...
ListenLesson 68: Transformers: The Last Knight (Spoiler Review) from 2017-06-21T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, don’t need to dive very deep for this review of Transformers: The Last Knight (2017). Allegedly the final directorial turn for Michael Bay in ...
ListenLesson 67: The Book of Henry (Spoiler Review) from 2017-06-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take a crash course in child prodigy psychology for Colin Trevorrow’s latest project, The Book of Henry (2017). Starring Naomi Watts, Dean Nor...
ListenLesson 66: Pirates of the Caribbean Saga - Sink or Swim? from 2017-06-07T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take to the seven seas for six pieces of eight and a shanty song for the Pirates of the Caribbean film saga from Walt Disney Studios and Bruck...
ListenLesson 65: Wonder Woman - Review from 2017-05-31T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, journey back to the days of World War I for a review of the highly anticipated new DCEU film Wonder Woman (2017) from Patty Jenkins. Starring ...
ListenLesson 64: Alien: Covenant - Promises Broken from 2017-05-24T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, head to the stars for a review of Ridley Scott’s newest film, Alien: Covenant (2017). Starring Michael Fassbender in a dual role and new chara...
ListenLesson 63: King Arthur: Legend of the Sword from 2017-05-17T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, pull sword from stone and rack up some hit points in this week’s review of Guy Ritchie’s mythbusting King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017), ...
ListenLesson 62: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 - Gunn’n It! from 2017-05-10T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome back Trenton Brewer and Sacramento cosplayer Marquis Sweat-Keaton to turn on the Walkman and get in the groove on all things Guardians...
ListenLesson 61: Guardians of the Galaxy - Cosmic Surgery from 2017-05-03T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome back frequent guest Hannah Porter to prep for this week’s Marvel Studios release with a fun, feisty review and dissection of Guardians...
ListenLesson 60: Summer Blockbusters Revisited from 2017-04-26T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, play mad scientist and try to dissect the anatomy of a summer blockbuster while also diving deep into the economics of moviemaking in this spe...
ListenLesson 59: The Fate of the Furious - Time to "Rock" the Boat! from 2017-04-19T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, blow it up (like the record-setting global box office haul) with this week’s review of The Fate of the Furious (2017), starring Vin Diesel, Dw...
ListenLesson 58: Power Rangers - Moody Morphin Time! from 2017-04-12T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome long time fan and movie enthusiast Marcus Hunter and Sacramento’s own cosplay extraordinaire Trenton Brewer for this week’s review of ...
ListenLesson 57: Ghost in the Shell - An Empty Husk from 2017-04-05T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome back Val Complex and Nerd Reactor’s Laura Sirikul back to the round table for week’s review of Ghost in the Shell (2017), the controve...
ListenLesson 56: Life - No Intelligence Found from 2017-03-29T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, head for stars with this week’s review of Life (2017), the creature feature set aboard the international space station and starring Jake Gylle...
ListenLesson 55: Beauty and the Beast - A Tale Retold from 2017-03-22T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, jump from animation to live action adaptation for this week’s review of Beauty and the Beast (2017), the long-anticipated film starring Emma W...
ListenLesson 54: Kong: Skull Island - Review from 2017-03-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, head to a remote jungle island in the 1970s for this week’s review of Kong: Skull Island (2017), starring Samuel L. Jackson, Tom Hiddleston an...
ListenLesson 53: Logan - Review (Spoiler) from 2017-03-08T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome VideoGameBANG! hosts Cory Vincent and David Webb for an in-depth review of Logan (2017), allegedly the last ride of Hugh Jackman and P...
ListenLesson 52: Oscars Roundup from 2017-03-01T08:00
Filmlosopher Chad Riley welcomes back frequent collaborator Hannah Porter to hash through the ups and downs of the 2017 Ac...
ListenLesson 51: Award-worthy Performance Styles from 2017-02-22T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome first time guest Mikhail Listen
Lesson 50: The Tale of the "Other" Franchise Pt. 2 from 2017-02-15T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome first time guest Ljan Ordiz and returning DC fan Omar Marroquin for part two of our candid conversation about the “other” franchise: t...
ListenLesson 49: Fences - Breaking Down the Walls from 2017-02-08T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome pop culture writer and critic Kristen Lopez for a spirited review of Denzel Washington’s Oscar-nominated film, Fences (2016). Co-star...
ListenLesson 48: Hidden Figures - Truth Revealed from 2017-02-01T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take a calculating look at Oscar contender Hidden Figures (2016), starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monáe. The film tells...
ListenLesson 47: Split - A Film with Personality from 2017-01-25T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome Nerd Reactor’s head movie reviewer Mark Pacis for a psychoanalysis of M. Night Shyamalan’s lat...
ListenLesson 46: La La Land - For the Love of the Genre from 2017-01-18T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome returning guest host Hannah Porter and our friend John Eick for a fanciful review of Golden Globe-winning La La Land (2016). Directed ...
ListenLesson 45: DC - The “Other” Franchise - Part 1 from 2017-01-11T08:00
The Filmlosophers are a Chad short tonight, as Eddie Villanueva is riding solo at the helm, ready to land this ship of awesome conversationalism...oh, and he’s not alone! Along for the ride is f...
ListenLesson 44: Most Memorable Films of 2016! from 2017-01-04T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, spend the first episode of the new year with Nerd Reactor’s Laura Sirikul to take a trip down memory l...
ListenLesson 43: Sing - Please Don't Stop the Music from 2016-12-28T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, debate whether Illumination Entertainment’s new film, Sing (2016), hits a high note or falls a bit flat. Sing features a stellar vocal cast th...
ListenLesson 42: Spectral - Ghost of a Chance from 2016-12-21T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley dissect the new Netflix-Legendary release, Spectral (2016). Originally meant for theatrical release, the final cut brings a cinematic visual qu...
ListenSPECIAL FEATURE: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (SPOILER REVIEW) from 2016-12-16T08:02:57
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome VideoGameBANG co-host David Webb and Oblivion Comics & Coffee co-owner Laura Benson for a no-holds-barred, spoiler-rich review of Rogu...
ListenLesson 41: Nocturnal Animals - The Science of Sleeplessness from 2016-12-14T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, delve into the noir-esque critical darling Nocturnal Animals (2016), starring Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal in a film directed by fashion desi...
ListenLesson 40: The Science of a Holiday Movie from 2016-12-07T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, break down the essential building blocks of your favorite holiday films. If making a Christmas movie follows a certain formula, what are the c...
ListenLesson 39: Movie Holiday Wishlist! from 2016-11-30T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, kick off holiday season 2016 with a "wish list" of their most anticipated December films in a variety of categories, from comedy and drama to ...
ListenLesson 38: Moana - Changing Tides from 2016-11-23T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, review Disney's Moana (2016), a non-Pixar animated tale with a colorful cast of characters and a distinctly mythological bent. Featuring song ...
ListenLesson 37: Arrival - Language of Emotion from 2016-11-16T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, engage in a deep discussion of Denis Villanueve's masterful new film, Arrival (2016). Starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker, A...
ListenLesson 36: Classroom Discussion - 13th from 2016-11-09T08:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome entertainment journalists Val Complex and co-host to Sacramento's largest gaming podcast, Aaron Carter, for an important discussion ab...
ListenLesson 35: Doctor Strange - Review from 2016-11-02T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, share a spoiler-light review of Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange (2016) starring Benedict Cumberbatch. The latest MCU film features some trippy ...
ListenLesson 34: Octo-Burton Fest - Part 2 from 2016-10-26T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, spend the last week of October discussing the other half of the distinctive style of Tim Burton - live-action films! From his first '"interest...
ListenLesson 33: Octo-Burton Fest - Part 1 from 2016-10-19T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, spend the last half of October discussing the distinctive style of Tim Burton - this week, focusing on his work in stop-motion animation. From...
ListenLesson 32: Blended Family from 2016-10-12T07:00
When building imaginary worlds and characters, what is the right balance to strike between practical effects and CGI? The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take a look at the histo...
ListenLesson 31: Lightning Round from 2016-10-05T07:00
Welcome to our first lightning round! Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take things up a notch (BAM) and let the words fly, in this special edition of The Filmloso...
ListenLesson 30: The Birth of a Nation - Review from 2016-09-28T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, discuss the film that everyone has been talking about since its debut at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, T...
ListenLesson 29: The Magnificent Seven - Review from 2016-09-21T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take a trip down a dirt country road and review Antoine Fuqua’s interpretation of a Western classic, The Magni...
ListenSpecial Feature: Interview with Rick DeLano from 2016-09-20T07:00
This week the Filmlosophers are giving you guys a bonus: Special Feature!
The Eddie and Chad conduct an interview with Mr. Rick DeLano. Rick is the producer of a new documentary that argu...
ListenLesson 28: Queen of Katwe - Checkmate or Checked out? from 2016-09-14T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, review and discuss Disney’s third live-action film of 2016, Queen of Katwe. Starring newcomer Madina Nalwanga,...
ListenLesson 27: Sully - Walking on Water? from 2016-09-07T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, review Clint Eastwood's latest, Sully (2016), starring Tom Hanks as Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenburger. How does this most recent biopic sta...
ListenLesson 26: Gene Wilder&Richard Pryor - Comedic Duos from 2016-09-01T01:07:49
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, bring the dynamic duo from Videogame BANG!, Cory Vincent and Aaron Carter, as we look back on the life and contributions of Gene Wilder in the...
ListenLesson 25: Wonder Women - Women in Cinema from 2016-08-24T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome entertainment journalists Val Complex and Laura Sirikul for an important discussion about women in cinema - particularly behind the sc...
ListenLesson 24: Summer Blockbusters from 2016-08-17T07:00
As the summer movie season comes to an end, The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, discuss the history of the "summer blockbuster" and provide a quick summary of the distinguishing ...
ListenLesson 23: The Little Prince - Adaptability 101 from 2016-08-10T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddia Villanueva and Chad Riley, go existential with a review of The Little Prince (2016), a film adaptation of the beloved French fable currently showing on Netflix. Featurin...
ListenLesson 22: Suicide Squad - Art of Villainy from 2016-08-02T21:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome cosplayer Maid of Might and VideoGameBANG! host Cory Vincent for a spoiler-rich review of Suicide Squad (2016) starring Will Smith, Ma...
ListenSDCC 2016: Pierce Brown from 2016-08-01T02:12:44
This is a special bonus episode of the Filmlosophers recorded during San Diego Comic Con. Eddie and Chad get to sit down with the amazing author of the Red Rising trilogy, Pierce Brown.
ListenLesson 21: Jason Bourne Again from 2016-07-27T07:00
The Filmlosophers step right out of the theater and into the recording studio to discuss Jason Bourne (2016), which features the return of Matt Damon in the title role. In the nine years that ha...
ListenLesson 20: SDCC 2016 Preview from 2016-07-20T07:00
The Filmlosophers are going to San Diego Comic-Con! Join Eddie, Chad and special guest Cory Vincent from VideoGameBANG! and VGB Studios for a preview of all the action that awaits this week. Wha...
ListenLesson 19: Independence Day: Resurgence from 2016-07-13T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, share their insights on Roland Emmerich's latest disaster flick, Independence Day: Resurgence. Starring Liam Hemsworth, Jeff Goldblum, Maika M...
ListenLesson 18: Top 5 Patriotic Films from 2016-07-04T07:00
The Filmlosophers narrow down a list of their Top 5 Patriotic Films along with returning guest Hannah Porter. To ensure that we covered a wide variety of stories and styles, we selected one film...
ListenLesson 17: Legend of Tarzan- Reunion Tour from 2016-06-29T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome Girl Geek HQ's Erika Ashley for a detailed review of this week's new release, The Legend of Tarzan (2016). From the historical backdro...
ListenLesson 16: TMNT 2 - Unnatural Selection from 2016-06-22T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, engage in a healthy debate over Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: Out of the Shadows (2016). What worked, what didn't, and how were the new cha...
ListenLesson 15: Finding Dory - Just Keep Swimming from 2016-06-15T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, dive deep into the story, cinematography and emotional payoff of Disney and Pixar's Finding Dory (2016). With a host of new characters and loc...
ListenLesson 14: Warcraft - Love and Warcraft from 2016-06-08T07:55:18
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome VideoGame BANG! host Cory Vincent and Karla Von Guerra, host of KVonWar's Reviews on YouTube, as we dive deep into a full review of th...
ListenLesson 13: X-Men Apocalypse - Debatable Revelations from 2016-06-01T14:05:29
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome Aaron Carter from VideoGame BANG! for a lively discussion of X-Men Apocalypse (2016), the latest installment of Fox's mutant superhero...
ListenLesson 12: The Nice Guys - Why Noir? from 2016-05-25T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome guest host Hannah Porter and evaluate the latest from director Shane Black, a neo-noir buddy comedy called The Nice Guys (2016). Does ...
ListenLesson 11: Ferris Bueller's Fourth Wall from 2016-05-18T07:00
Cult classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, making now the perfect time for The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, to discuss its fourth ...
ListenLesson 10: Captain America: Civil War - Advanced Heroism from 2016-05-11T04:09:03
The Filmlosophers Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley welcome VideoGame BANG! co-hosts Cory Vincent and Aaron Carter for a detailed review and breakdown of Captain America: Civil War (2016). Who sta...
ListenLesson 9: Captain America: The Winter Soldier - Intermediate Heroism from 2016-05-04T07:00
In preparation for Captain America: Civil War, Filmlosophers Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley discuss the fan-favorite (and critically endorsed) second installment in the series, Captain America:...
ListenLesson 8: Captain America: The First Avenger - Introductory Heroism from 2016-04-27T07:00
The Filmlosophers Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley begin an exciting new, three-part series on the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Captain America films by unpacking the story structure and impressiv...
ListenLesson 7: Anthropomorphic Analysis - The Jungle Book (2016) and Zootopia (2016) from 2016-04-20T07:00
In this week's episode, The Filmlosophers Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley present a thrilling DOUBLE FEATURE review of The Jungle Book (2016) and Zootopia (2016), two anthropomorphic Disney film...
ListenLesson 6: Hardcore Henry - Eye-to-Eye, But Why? from 2016-04-13T07:00
Kudos to the innovators who work to push the industry forward. In this installment, The Filmlosophers give their candid perspectives on Hardcore Henry (2016), a first-person POV film that makes ...
ListenLesson 5: Interstellar - The Fiction of Science from 2016-04-06T07:00
The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, take an in-depth look at Christopher Nolan's Interstellar (2014), a film that invites mental scrutiny but doesn't quite stand up under the gra...
ListenLesson 4: Man of Steel - Remedial Therapy from 2016-03-30T07:00
Man of Steel (2013) starts to look a lot better with age, particularly for those who didn't love Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016). The Filmlosophers review high points and low from the ...
ListenLesson 3: Batman vs. Superman from 2016-03-23T08:37
Justice is dawning. The Filmlosophers, Eddie Villanueva and Chad Riley, welcome Videogame BANG! host Cory Vincent and YouTube's Sean Long for a detailed analysis of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Ju...
ListenLesson 2: Psychology of Nostalgia from 2016-03-16T07:00
The Filmlosophers wax nostalgic about a beloved multimedia franchise that's been going strong for nearly 70 years with an in-depth review of The Peanuts Movie (2015). Stick around near ...
ListenLesson 1: Secondhand Surgery from 2016-03-09T05:13:10
The Filmlosophers share feedback on the first trailer for the new, all-female Ghostbusters film, provide opinions about the casting of J.K. Simmons as Commissioner Gordon in the Justice League f...
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