Lee Hutchison and Dallas King tackle every single movie released by A24, one of the most groundbreaking companies distributing some of the industry's most original films. We also bring you interviews with the people behind Eighth Grade, Hereditary, The Florida Project, Midsommar, The Farewell, The Lighthouse, Under The Skin, and much more.
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Hosts Ben Lawhorn and Ethan Simmie work through the A24 library of movies 24 minutes at a time. Or at least they try to. With full reviews and funny tangents, regardless if you are unfamiliar with A24 or an A24 superfan, this is the podcast for you! New episodes drop every Friday!
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No host, no ads, no rules. From the people behind Everything Everywhere All At Once, Midsommar, Uncut Gems, HBO's Euphoria, Hereditary, Moonlight, and more.
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Brent takes on his journey through the A24 filmography in a quest to rank all A24 movies from first to worst. See the current ranking here https://letterboxd.com/xnotmalcolm/list/a24-your-consideration-ranking-a24/ Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/a24-your-consideration/support
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We take a break from the seemingly never-ending parent/child movies we've been covering to talk about 'The Rover'! Is this Mad Max-esque movie a hidden gem within the A24 catalogue? Or is there a reason people don't really talk about it? Plus some pretty exciting A24 casting news and an idea for a new special episode! 0:00 - Intro 3:58 - A24 Housek…
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198 - Zachary 'Maxxxine' Mooren Interview
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We welcome Zachary Mooren, who plays a Buster Keaton lookalike with a sinister twist in Ti West's Maxxxine, where his character stalks Maxine down a dark alley, only to have the tables turn when he draws his pocket knife. Join us as Zachary shares his experiences working alongside Mia Goth, the creative vision of Ti West, and shooting his unforgett…
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Sophie Holsinger of 'The Movie Draft Podcast' joins Ben & Ethan to finally talk about Janet Planet! The things we liked, the things we didn't, our hopes in winning on the A24 scratch-its, and our favorite mother/daughter films! 0:00 - Intro 4:11 - A24 Housekeeping 7:51 - General Thoughts 22:45 - True Cinema 53:03 - A1 Act 56:21 - A24 Ranking 57:35 …
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Ben and Ethan discuss ‘Tuesday’, a movie they… did not agree on. We discuss the Teenage Daydream theatrical series, what animal we would want to come kill us, our favorite movies with talking animals, and MORE!0:00 - Intro4:26 - A24 Housekeeping14:55 - General Thoughts31:31 - True Cinema50:23 - A1 Acts53:51 - A24 Ranking54:47 - Closing Thoughts…
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'I Saw The TV Glow' finally arrived in UK cinemas this weekend and another pair of 90s kids, Dallas and Lee review Jane Schoenbrun's beautiful allegory for the experience of being transgender. A classmate introduces teenage Owen to a mysterious late-night TV show -- a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the televis…
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This week we take on a listener request and talk about the 2015 Academy Award-winning film 'Room'! We discuss some A24 movies premiering at festivals, our thoughts on how emotionally impacting the film is, what happened to Brie Larson, and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 5:31 - General Thoughts 13:20 - True Cinema 41:13 - A1 Acts 45:58 - A24 Ranking 48:15 - Clo…
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The Curse Episodes 6-10 - Episode 155
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We *finally* discuss the back half of what Ethan considers to be one of the greatest TV shows of the year - 'The Curse'. Should it have been nominated for Emmy's? Did Ben enjoy the final episode? What did it all mean? We attempt to answer all of these questions and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 1:26 - A24 Housekeeping 7:32 - True Cinema 50:49 - A1 Act 55:40 -…
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196 - Charley 'Maxxxine' Rowan McCain Interview
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Hot off the heels of the release of 'Maxxxine' last week, the third in Ti West and Mia Goth’s series following the journey of Pearl and Maxine, we welcome Charley Rowan McCain, who plays the young Maxine Miller! 'Maxxxine' opens with Charley portraying Maxine in 1959, showcasing the early star talent by shooting an audition opposite her father, Ern…
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A24 has a brand new TV show on Apple TV+! But is it worth watching? Ben & Ethan break down the first two episodes of 'Sunny', a sci-fi mystery that proves robots and missing airplanes can somehow be... less than thrilling. 0:00 - Intro 2:25 - Housekeeping 5:34 - Overall Thoughts 20:49 - True Cinema 42:01 - A1 Act 47:37 - A24 Ranking 48:46 - Closing…
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Dallas and Lee review 'Maxxxine'. Following Pearl and X, set in 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.By The Nerd Party
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The final installment in the Maxine Minx horror trilogy is finally here but does it live up to the hype of 'X' and 'Pearl'? Jamie Jirak of ComicBook.com replaces a sick Ben to talk with Ethan about 'MaXXXine' - the latest Ti West/A24 collaboration. Differing opinions, why Mia Goth is so special, and our favorite horror flicks of the 2020s - AND MOR…
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Jerry Lee Lewis: Trouble in Mind - Episode 152
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Back in 2022, Ethan Coen delivered a 73-minute documentary about the legendary rock n' roll star Jerry Lee Lewis - but is it any good? We talk about the film, its major issues, and if we think Jesus Christ would listen to Espresso. All in a single pod! 0:00 Intro 1:54 - General Thoughts 25:25 - "True Cinema" 42:45 - A1 Act 49:20 - A24 Ranking/Closi…
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As we prepare for an exciting few months of new releases for A24, we decide to go back in time to talk about the 2014 Noah Baumbach film 'While We're Young'. Ethan gives his thoughts on seeing it for the first time, top dis tracks of all time, and if Ben Stiller would be a good hang.0:00 - Intro1:15 - A24 Calendar Dive6:35 - General Thoughts28:09 -…
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Bryan Starr, better known as BStarrCinema, joins us to talk about one of his favorite A24 movies - 'Free Fire'! With a cast comprised of Cillian Murphy, Brie Larson, Jack Reynor, and others, does the movie have enough fire power to turn out good? Plus - we recast the movie with modern-day stars to see if we can make the next big box office hit! 0:0…
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This week on the pod we dig back into the A24 catalog at the request of a listener to check out 2018's 'Never Goin Back'. We talk about some new A24 acquisitions, news of more A24 IMAX movies, how we feel about stoner movies, and if Kyle Mooney himself is enough to make a movie good. Are we 'Never Goin Back' to this movie? Listen to find out! 0:00 …
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Ben and Ethan welcome Aryan Patel of the 'Third Thoughts' podcast to talk about the hottest movie of May - 'I Saw The TV Glow'. In what is probably the most divisive episode of the pod yet, Ethan argues for the brilliance of the film while Ben and Aryan swerve in the other direction. They break down the film, script, visuals, and ultimately if the …
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Eternal Sense of Play with Jane Schoenbrun & Brigette Lundy-Paine
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Topics covered include: The script as a spell to perform, sneaking around your parents house, career ending movie ideas, the inaugural podcast compliment break, work and savoring as the only true constants, riding the Spook-A-Rama under the influence at Coney Island, the G word, so many boring people, finding equilibrium after a film, Jane’s favori…
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With the release of 'Back To Black', we talked about the A24 documentary 'Amy'! We discuss our dream A24 movies in IMAX, Ti West's rumored new film, if we could handle being famous, and Amy Winehouse! 0:00 - Intro 1:32 - A24 Housekeeping 13:59 - 'Amy' General Thoughts/True Cinema 44:43 - A1 Acts 49:15 - A24 Ranking 50:45 - Closing Thoughts…
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Join us, won't you, on a journey down to musical-inspired Hell! Ethan & Ben talk about A24's adult-themed animated show 'Hazbin Hotel', discuss the possibility of Steven Spielberg working with A24, Civil War's box office performance, their favorite cartoons of all time, and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 1:49 - A24 Housekeeping 14:52 - Hazbin Hotel Conversatio…
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194 - The Rise & Future of A24 in Data
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A24's box office hit 'Civil War' marks another landmark in their shift from indie to mainstream since its founding in 2012. Its recent $225M private equity financing raises questions about maintaining its independence. Despite uncertainties, A24's commitment to quality cinema has earned it a dedicated following and plaudits. Yet, parallels to past …
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Ramy Youssef: More Feelings - Episode 145
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We attempt to review and talk about an A24-produced stand-up comedy show on the podcast. Does it go well? Who is to really say? We discuss 'Challengers', upcoming A24 productions, our favorite stand-up comedians, former presidents, and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 01:23 - A24 Housekeeping 29:43 - True Cinema 53:46 - A1 Act 58:28 - A24 Ranking 1:00:43 - Closi…
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Our series of interviews with the cast of 'The Curse' continues as we welcome DJ Arvizo. DJ Arvizo portrays Jose, an audio technician helping shoot 'Fliplanthropy', following Whitney (Emma Stone) and Asher (Nathan Fielder) who use their property development empire to help locals while gentrifying the area in the process. Join us as DJ shares his ex…
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Steve! (martin): A Documentary In 2 Pieces - Episode 144
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We dive into a brand new A24 documentary about the legendary Steven Martin! Our favorite moments in the documentary, if we could ever do stand-up, and if we are smart enough to appreciate art. Plus we talk Civil War's box office run, Love Lies Bleeding merch, Hereditary in IMAX, and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 2:24 - A24 Housekeeping 16:36 - True Cinema 55:…
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Our series of interviews with the cast of 'The Curse' continues as we welcome Aliyah Lee. Aliyah portrays Janice, who is recruited by her boyfriend, Pascal, played by former guest Alexander Gibson, to act as a married couple for the filming of 'Fliplanthropy' as faux buyers for a passive living home. Join us as Aliyah shares her experiences of writ…
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A24's newest show 'The Sympathizer' is officially out! We cover the first episode - from our feelings on Park Chan-Wook and RDJ to spy thrillers. We also talk about the Civil War AI posters A24 released along with news of another new TV show coming in the summer! 0:00 - Intro 0:47 - A24 Housekeeping 8:41 - General Thoughts 21:39 - True Cinema 45:03…
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Dallas and Lee review Alex Garland's latest film, Civil War. This film marks A24's biggest opening at the box office in their history. Set in a dystopian future America, it follows a road trip undertaken by a team of military-embedded journalists racing against time to reach DC before rebel factions descend upon the White House.…
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Alex Garland's newest film 'Civil War' is finally here! But is it any good? We discuss our thoughts on the film, its message, if its worth seeing in IMAX, if Alex Garland is officially "back", our favorite road trip movies, and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 2: 10 - MaXXXine Trailer Reaction 5:05 - General Thoughts 24:36 - True Cinema 1:03:08 - A1 Acts 1:06:58…
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190 - Doug 'The Curse' Montoya Interview
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Our series of interviews with the cast of 'The Curse' continues as we welcome Doug Montoya. Doug portrays Jeff Robinson, the leader of an improv comedy group, who crosses paths with Nathan Fielder's character, Asher, dispatched to the group to refine his comic delivery for the Fliplanthropy TV series. Join us as Doug shares his experiences in impro…
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189 - Samantha 'The Curse' Ashley Interview
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This week, we welcome Samantha Ashley, known for her recent role in the brilliant mini-series, The Curse, alongside Emma Stone, Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie. Samantha plays Tonya, an assistant director on the show Fliplanthropy, working alongside Whitney, Asher and Dougie. Join us as Samantha recounts her experience on the acclaimed The Curse, c…
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In preparation for Alex Garland's new film 'Civil War', we revisit his divisive film 'Men'! Is it a good movie? We try to answer that along with talking about some A24 housekeeping, Garland's fascination with women and nature, and some of the best films with surprise endings. 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - A24 Housekeeping 11:34 - General Thoughts 21:25 - Tru…
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188 - Alexander 'The Curse' Gibson Interview
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This week, we are thrilled to welcome Alexander Gibson, known for his unforgettable performance in the acclaimed show, "The Curse," Salongside Emma Stone, Nathan Fielder, and Benny Safdie. Alexander portrays Pascal, a native of Española, who is roped into the filming of "Fliplanthropy" as a faux buyer for a passive living home. Join us as Alexander…
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Another week, another brand new A24 movie! We discuss 'Problemista' in detail, share our theater experiences for Ex Machina in IMAX, try to figure out the best New York movie, and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 2:05 - Ex Machina in IMAX 10:48 - General Thoughts 26:49 - True Cinema 51:40 - A1 Act 59:25 - A24 Ranking 1:01:08 - Closing Thoughts…
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We are back to being dedicated to A24! To celebrate, we talk about the newest flick 'Love Lies Bleeding'! We discuss our general thoughts on the movie, proclaim our undying love for Kristen Stewart, and try to break down the WILD ending of the film. 0:00 - Intro 4:24 - Non-Spoiler General Thoughts 22:50 - *Spoiler* True Cinema 1:00:02 - A1 Acts 1:0…
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A24 News Dump + Final Oscars Thoughts - Episode 138
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Oh, the things we missed while covering the Oscars over the last 12 weeks! We've got A24 news to share and give our thoughts on regarding upcoming projects, re-releases, and MORE! Plus some trailing Oscars thoughts about why Al Pacino stays undefeated. 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Final Oscars Thoughts 10:58 - SXSW Recap 21:10 - A24 News 1:01:30 - Closing T…
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187 - Aaron 'The Iron Claw' Dean Eisenberg Interview
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This week, we're thrilled to welcome Aaron Dean Eisenberg, known for his recent role in the brilliant film, The Iron Claw, alongside Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, and Harris Dickinson, who portrayed the iconic Von Erich wrestling dynasty. Aaron takes on the legendary role of Ric Flair, famed for his flamboyant persona and technical prowess, engagi…
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The 2024 Oscars: Immediate Reaction! - Episode 137
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The 2024 Academy Awards have happened and we've got thoughts!! We give our immediate takes on the telecast, the stars, the highlights of the night, the big surprises, the musical performances, and more! Plus, we try to answer one big question - are the Oscars back?
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186 - Love Lies Bleeding & Rose Glass Interview
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We delve into Kristen Stewart's much-anticipated return to A24 in "Love Lies Bleeding." Stewart takes on the role of Lou, a gym manager whose life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Jackie, a dedicated bodybuilder on her way to a competition in Las Vegas. But that's not all – we had the opportunity to speak with Rose Glass, the co…
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The 2024 Oscars: Final Predictions - Episode 136
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With the 2024 Academy Awards now just days away, we lock in (kind of) our final Oscar predictions of the season! Will Oppenheimer take home double-digit wins? Who win will Best Actress? We share general thoughts on how we think the telecast will go, tight races, and MORE as we gear up one final time for the biggest night in Hollywood!…
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Extreme Personalities with Emma Stone & Julio Torres
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Topics covered include: Wrinkly passports, being unable to operate any form of transportation, the Kim’s Video of 90s El Salvador, changelings, teenage obsessions with Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette, scholarships for congeniality, night terrors, Julio’s short stint handing out chocolate samples at Fairway supermarkets, never-aired SNL sketches, t…
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The 2024 Oscars: Past Lives - Episode 135
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Did we save the best for last when it comes to diving deep into every single 2024 Best Picture nominee? Some may say so! Marta McFly joins us to chat about Past Lives - the other A24 Best Picture nominee - and how we probably all knew each other in a past life. We chat about the film, left-field Oscar predictions, the Best Supporting Actor Race, an…
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The 2024 Oscars: The Zone of Interest - Episode 134
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Ema Sasic, Critic for Next Best Picture and Entertainment Journalist for The Desert Sun, joins us to talk about the first of two A24 movies nominated for Best Picture at the 2024 Academy Awards! We chat about The Zone of Interest, toss out some SAG reactions, and try to figure out just which movie will win Best Adapted Screenplay. 0:00 - Intro 1:47…
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The 2024 Oscars: Maestro - Episode 133
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Does summer sing in us? We try to answer that question as we talk about 'Maestro' with guest director Billie Melissa! We talk BAFTA reactions, Bradley Cooper, Maestro, Oscar chances, the Best Original Screenplay race, and so much more! 0:00 - Intro 2:16 - BAFTA's Talk 15:01 - Oscars Talk 54:51 - True Cinema 1:41:35 - Best Original Screenplay Race 1…
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The 2024 Oscars: American Fiction - Episode 132
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TJ Zwarych of Agents of Fandom joins us to chat about our 7th Best Picture nominee of the season - 'American Fiction'. We discuss what we all thought of the film, Jeffrey Wright's indelible acting skills, the new category coming to the Academy Awards, and MORE! 0:00 - Intro 2:09 - Oscars Talk 24:23 - True Cinema 1:01:13 - Best Original Score Race 1…
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Dallas and Lee enter the ring to review 'The Iron Claw', based on the true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s.By The Nerd Party
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The 2024 Oscars: Anatomy of a Fall - Episode 131
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Jonathan AKA The Film Drunk joins us to try to figure out, once and for all, if Sandra did it. We discuss Anatomy of a Fall, Justine Triet's Best Director nomination, courtroom dramas, the Best Editing race, and more!0:00 - Intro1:40 - Oscars Talk24:24 - Anatomy of a Fall Thoughts49:12 - True Cinema1:24:40 - Best Editing Race1:27:59 - Closing Thoug…
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Burning For Something with Celine Song & Sofia Coppola
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Topics covered include: seeing your first movie at the neighborhood theater, the pressures of live performance, the animal that is the audience, parallels between directing and motherhood, abandoning the miracle, autobiographical filmmaking, feeling like broccoli, the Pacific Ocean as the villain in Past Lives, Harry Styles fan-fiction, writing on …
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Dallas and Lee both rate 'Under the Skin' by director Jonathan Glazer as their favourite A24 film to date and after a decade he's returned with 'The Zone of Interest'. The Oscar nominated film follows Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss and his wife Hedwig strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden beside the camp.…
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