Best Groovy Movies Podcasts (2024)

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Action Women, schwing (Point Break, American Psycho, Wayne’s World) 57:01

5h ago57:01

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Send us a text This week on our season finale we look at three box office and critical successes which you might not know were directed by women. In the hot seat is Kathryn Bigelow’s Point Break, Penelope Spheeris’ Wayne’s World and Mary Harron’s American Psycho. We also almost (but not quite) dodge the Blake Lively controversy and talk about the f…

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Austin Powers and Spoofing Groovy, Baby 1:16:21

3d ago1:16:21

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More Olympic talk. Then Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery. Things get sloppy. Oh, behave! Hosted by Anthony Armentano TikTok: Listen To The Movie Email: listentothemovieshow@gmail.com Show artwork by Ryan Barr at RyanBarrDraws Rent The Film And Support The Show!By Anthony Armentano

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Pretty In Pink and Hanging with the Kids 1:17:33

4h ago1:17:33

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She's a mutant, Blane. Hosted by Anthony Armentano TikTok: Listen To The Movie Email: listentothemovieshow@gmail.com Show artwork by Ryan Barr at RyanBarrDraws Rent The Film And Support The Show!By Anthony James Armentano

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Sad girls on holiday (Lost in Translation, Swimming Pool, Shirley Valentine) 51:34

12d ago51:34

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Send us a text Between the weather and the state of the world, it’s been a pretty sad summer, so we’re sticking with that theme as we look at some of the best sad girls on film holiday. We discuss Charlotte Rampling in Francois Ozon’s Swimming Pool, Scarlett Johansson in Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation (and Bill Murray too) and Pauline Collins …

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Superior Sequels: What makes part 2 better than part 1? (Inside Out 2, The Terminator 2, The Godfather 2) 46:02

25d ago46:02

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Send us a text From Dune 2 to Deadpool and Wolverine, there have been a surprising number of hit sequels this year. So this week we’re asking the question, what makes that cinematic blue moon of a part 2 that is better than part 1? References The Strasberg school’s definition of method acting On Location with The Godfather: A Discussion with Gordon…

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20th Century Women and Making it Personal 1:29:33

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2024 Paris Olympics chat at the top. Then emails are read, and talk shifts to soft boys and menstration. Mike Mills keeps everything close to his heart. Hosted by Anthony Armentano TikTok: Listen To The Movie Email: listentothemovieshow@gmail.com Show artwork by Ryan Barr at RyanBarrDraws Rent The Film And Support The Show!…

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A Home Tour Down Memory Lane 34:55

17d ago34:55

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Stayton and I have been best friends for 50 years now! He moved into the neighborhood on W. Broadway and we became instant companions. One of the places we spent hours and hours was his house. Stayton had his own room upstairs, a trampoline in the backyard and the garage in which we built our haunted mazes. Therefore we spent much of our time hangi…

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Fantastic Film Follies: How to finance a flop 59:07

1M ago59:07

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Send us a text Why talk about good films when we could talk about spectacularly bad ones? This week we discuss four infamous films that left their directors and studios in financial and/or reputational ruin. On the chopping block is Francis Ford Coppola’s One From The Heart, Michael Cimino’s Heaven’s Gate, Elaine May’s Ishtar and, of course, Tom Ho…

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Tank Girl and Fighting for the Vision 1:16:59

1M ago1:16:59

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Musical, Mutant Kangaroos and Lori Petty. Naomi Watts perseveres. Hosted by Anthony Armentano TikTok: Listen To The Movie Email: listentothemovieshow@gmail.com Show artwork by Ryan Barr at RyanBarrDraws Rent The Film and Support The Show!By Anthony Armentano

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1999: Cinema's best year, ever? 39:53

2M ago39:53

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Send us a text You honestly wouldn’t believe how many great films came out in 1999. The Matrix, Fight Club, The Blair Witch Project, The Talented Mr Ripley, Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, The Sixth Sense, Notting Hill, The Mummy, Cruel Intentions, 10 Things I Hate About You. We could go on… It’s the 25th anniversary of this auspicious year and…

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Who The Heck Is Dane Peddigrew? 34:52

2M ago34:52

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Here's a fun story of finding out who Dane Peddigrew is and what the heck he is famous for. His quotes are all over the Internet but where'd they come from? Listen to this episode and you'll know more! Support the Show.By Shaggs

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Inside Llewyn Davis and Being Authentic 1:24:00

2M ago1:24:00

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We don't see a lot of money here. Hosted by Anthony Armentano TikTok: Listen To The Movie Email: listentothemovieshow@gmail.com Show artwork by Ryan Barr at RyanBarrDraws Rent the Film and Support the Show!By Anthony Armentano

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One Take Movies: Are they a gimmick? 50:14

2M ago50:14

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Send us a text From the famous speeding train of 1896 to the groundbreaking Russian Ark and iconic Berlin night-out-gone-wrong flick Victoria, this week we take you through the illustrious history of one-take movies - or should it be one-shot movies? References Hot takes: a short history of the one-shot movie in 11 attempts by Matthew Thrift for BF…

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Winks From The Universe: Synchronicities 1:07:19

3M ago1:07:19

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On this episode I get a little cosmic and full on hippie with the subject of synchronicities and manifesting. These are signs or winks from the universe. Listen to all of my stories about things I've manifested and what the results were. I also have had lots of synchronicities happen throughout my life. Many things that have happened are beyond coi…

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Trainspotting and Choosing the Right Friends 1:25:48

3M ago1:25:48

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The worst podcast in Scotland. Hosted by Anthony Armentano TikTok: Listen To The Movie Email: Listentothemovieshow@gmail.com Show Artwork by Ryan Barr at RyanBarrDraws Rent the Film and Support the Show!By Anthony James Armentano

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The Mummy and it’s children 40:02

3M ago40:02

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Send us a text It’s the 25th anniversary of The Mummy - I know, we can’t believe it either. How time flies. So we’re paying tribute to the first addition to the greatest ancient-history-action-adventure-thriller-franchise of all time and its somewhat uneven sequels and prequels. Topics covered include, of course, sexy mummies, Brendan Frasier at hi…

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35 Movies To Watch Over And Over Again 1:03:28

3M ago1:03:28

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Every now and then I’ll be surfing the channels and I’ll spot a movie that I just can’t not watch. These are my favorites of the favorites. These are the movies that I can watch over and over again. Each of these films has something about them that lures me back every time. Here’s my list of 35 movies that I get can’t stop watching once I get start…

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Coyote Ugly and Neglecting the Backend 1:18:14

3M ago1:18:14

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On top of the bar, soaked, and in over our heads, we are born into existance. Host Anthony Armentano takes a look at the soundtrack for one of the first, theatrical hits of the new millenium. A star and a hitmaker launch a film and its soundtrack to pop culture immortality. We grieve the Kid Rock of yesteryear. Host: Anthony Armentano TikTok: Liste…

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Listen To The Movie Promo 2:44

3M ago2:44

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We're a movie soundtrack show, about movie soundtracks. Hosted by: Anthony ArmentanoBy Anthony Armentano

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My One Million Step Adventure: Part II 45:16

3M ago45:16

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Hey Shaggheads! Here’s an update or Part 2 of my Million Step Challenge. I didn’t get my million steps in 30 days. But! I did get them all in 29 days! How, why, what, when and where you might be asking. This blog post/podcast episode is a recap of my million step adventure. I call this an adventure because that’s what I turned it into. It was somet…

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Loves Lies Bleeding: Was Kristen Stewart always this good? 42:18

3M ago42:18

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Send us a text It turns out a bodybuilding rom-com thriller was the movie we’ve been waiting for. Yes, this week we’re talking about Love Lies Bleeding, Rose Glass’ follow-up to the incredible Saint Maud, starring Kristen Stewart in the role she was made the play. References Interview with Rose Glass, and stars Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian ‘Ros…

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Challengers v. Wimbledon: Sex, Love and Tennis 56:05

4M ago56:05

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Send us a text Game. Set. Match. (Is that right?) Two of tennis’ greatest novices tackle our most romantic sport in a battle of the ages. Which is the better tennis movie? Up-and-comer, Challengers, or seasoned champion, Wimbledon. But let’s be honest, it’s Zendaya v. Kirsten Dunst - who will win the title of most empowered woman on the court? Refe…

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A Million Steps In May? 50:42

4M ago50:42

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While doing a Walk This May Challenge I got the bright idea to see if I could get a million steps within one month? How'd that even happen? Can it be done? Listen up! Support the Show.By Shaggs

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Confessions Of A Dance Dad 53:09

4M ago53:09

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Hey Shaggheads! I’ve got a doozy of a blog post and podcast episode for you today! In the span of a few hours on April 21, 2024 I went from being a Dance Dad of two collegiate pom girls to being a Dance Dad of none. Almost two decades and it was over in a flash. Ever wonder what it’s like to live the dance life and be a Dance Dad? Here’s a snapshot…

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The Zone of Interest & Perfect Days: Why is mundanity powerful? 51:52

4M ago51:52

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Send us a text This week we discuss the surprising common ground between Jonathan Glazer’s chilling examination of an Auschwitz commandant and his family, The Zone of Interest and Wim Wenders’ meandering meditation on life as a Tokyo Toilet cleaner, Perfect Days. References Interview with Jonathan Glazer on The Zone of Interest by David Canfield fo…

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My 70s Neighborhood On Google Maps 1:00:01

5M ago1:00:01

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Hey 70s Shaggyheads! Here's a really fun episode that mixes the podcast with a visual of my old neighborhood om Google Maps! This is most likely one episode you are going to want to watch rather than just listen to. Go to YouTube.com/@curtistucker or CurtisTucker.com and you will be able to watch this episode. I basically take you on a ride down W.…

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Civil War: Will A24's big budget gamble pay off? 40:24

5M ago40:24

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Send us a text Last week A24’s Civil War was released and we have mixed feelings about it. Will their biggest-budget movie to date prove itself at the box office? And is a movie about war and an American fascist leader really what we want to see right now? References ‘The Rise and Rise of A24’, The Economist (not credited) Director Alex Garland spe…

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Eclipse Virgins 37:31

5M ago37:31

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BONUS EPISODE! Hey Shaggheads! I just realized that I had never done a podcast episode about my first eclipse and what it was like to be at totality. Todd and I had done an episode on BuzzHead Radio talking about our experience as eclipse virgins. If you had not heard that episode here it is. We also talk about looking forward to the 2024 eclipse w…

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I'm An Official Eclipse Chaser! 59:26

5M ago59:26

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Whelp, I guess once you go chasing two different eclipses seven years apart you could be considered an eclipse chaser. A person who chases eclipses is known as a umbraphile, meaning shadow lover. Umbraphiles often travel for eclipses and use various tools to help view the sun including solar viewers also known as eclipse glasses, as well as telesco…

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The Top 5 Party Scenes in Cinema 1:05:01

5M ago1:05:01

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Send us a text It takes skill to capture the effortless spontaneity of a really good party scene. Relatively few nail it but when they do, they really do. This week we compile our top 5 party scenes; from teenage house parties to rave afters, with a surreal French restaurant jamboree sandwiched in the middle. References The party scene in 10 Things…

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My Top 20 Favorite Movies From the 70s 38:42

5M ago38:42

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Seeing a good movie in the 70s had a pretty long lasting impression on me as a young buckaroo. This is my Top 20 list of those movies that left really great memories. These are not the best movies from the 1970s, but these are my favorites and the ones that were released at memorable moments in my life. I actually saw these first 10 films at a movi…

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My Groovy House From 1974-78 41:08

5M ago41:08

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This is the story about the yellow rent house we lived in from about 1974 to 1978. That would have been from sixth grade through ninth grade covering my entire junior high years. I created dozens of great childhood memories while living in this two story home. It’s where I was living when I met my best friend Stayton. It made me one of the five Bro…

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Longevity: Living To Be 102 49:23

6M ago49:23

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Hey Shaggheads! Ever thought about how long you want to live? I've decided I have enough things going on I'm going to live to be 102 years old! How am I going to do it? I have a plan! Check out these 15 healthy habits that are key to longevity. When you hit 60 years old and lose your parents you start thinking about weird things like this. Listen t…

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Baby Face: Pre-Code Horniness and the Original Sugar Baby 58:36

6M ago58:36

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Send us a text We’re going back to the horniest years in Hollywood history for another scandalous pre-coder; Baby Face, the 1933 movie that was so shocking it solidified cinema’s censorship for the next 30 years. Watch it for free here. References Will Hays IRL You Must Remember This’ episode on Will Hays and “Pre-Code” Hollywood Wes Anderson Talks…

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Teaser Next week's episode and an announcement 0:47

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Send us a text ----------- If you love what we do, please like, subscribe and leave a review! Original music by James Brailsford Logo design by Abby-Jo Sheldon Follow us Email usBy James Brailsford

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Dune: Part Two (spoiler-free!) 42:41

6M ago42:41

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Send us a text It’s been out for a week but we’re not taking any chances. Here is our painstakingly spoiler-free discussion of Dune: Part Two, plus our thoughts on Madame Web and a sexy addition to the Film Pharmacy. References Denis Villeneuve on Dune: Part Two and dialogue v. cinematography for The Times ‘Dune: Part Two’ Star Stellan Skarsgard La…

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S-Mart NEW President and CEO Tamara Pierce Interview! Virtual - Brucefest Special 30:03

6M ago30:03

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Send us a text S-Mart has long been an American institution, and for the first time ever, it is being helmed by a CEO who is not of the Smart family bloodline. #JoinTheTalk as we introduce S-Mart President and CEO Tamara Pierce and discuss the new direction of this iconic brand and its history, including an unfortunate update on the much beloved Br…

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The Groovies: Awards Season Special 2024 57:16

6M ago57:16

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Send us a text We're back with series 4 and ahead of the Oscars next weekend, we bring you a roundup of everything you need to know about this awards season. We discuss Oppenheimer's dominance, the Barbie controversy and where The Zone of Interest sits on the Salo to Up unsettling scale. Most importantly of all, our very own awards ceremony returns…

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S-Mart brand ambassador Braedon Interview! Virtual Brucefest Special 21:35

6M ago21:35

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Send us a text #JoinTheTalk for a special treat as we're joined by brand ambassador and loyal follower of one of America's greatest institutions S-Mart! JoinUs as we discuss talk Brucefest, what makes S-Mart great and what it means to be a Brand Ambassador! Visit https://www.shops-martonline.com/ for more information! Support the Show. Follow @Cult…

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Being A Movie Extra In Twisters 44:45

7M ago44:45

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Hey Shaggheads! I recently took part in the filming of another movie. This was my fifth movie and by far the biggest. Twisters will be a $200 million blockbuster film to be released on July 12, 2024. Learn what it’s like to be an extra in huge film and what happens behind the scenes. I filmed with Daisy Edgar-Jones, Anthony Ramos and Glen Powell. W…

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Virtual BruceFest ‘24 - Ask Paul and Selena! 33:06

7M ago33:06

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Send us a text #JoinTheTalk as we get ready for the grooviest virtual fan fest EVER! It’s Virtual BruceFest and we’ve got two of the minds behind this one of a kind celebration of the King; it’s Paul and Selena! We’re running down all the details, given Qs and getting As. How is Virtual BruceFest going to work? How long will it be? What happened to…

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2023 Groovy Year End Review! 44:49

8M ago44:49

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Send us a text #JoinTheTalk for the third annual Cult of Campbell groovy year end review! Eric and Ty welcome you into 2024 and discuss the Brucerific highlights of 2023: Bruce O Rama, book reviews, Cultober, and Cult of Campbell’s 2 year anniversary. Let’s get GROOVY in 2024! We hope you all had a safe and happy New Year, cheers to 2024! Support t…

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Bridget Jones's Diary: The definitive New Year heroine? (and what to watch in 2024) 1:03:37

8M ago1:03:37

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Send us a text It’s the end of the year and also our series finale so we're bringing both to a close with a deeply intellectual discussion on the ultimate New Years movie, Bridget Jones’s Diary. Plus, in anticipation of awards season, we list the films we’re most excited to see over the next couple of months. References Bridget Jones’s Diary delete…

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The Christmas Chronicles 2 (2020) - Cult of Russell Christmas Special '23 1:15:37

9M ago1:15:37

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Send us a text #JoinTheTalk for a Christmas day celebration with the jolliest King - Kurt Russell! Its a holly jolly sequel to last years Cult of Russell Christmas special with the 2020 Netflix sequel "The Christmas Chronicles 2" and the most perfect casting of Santa Claus and his faithful wife Mrs Claus played by Goldie Hawn! So grab an eggnog, un…

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My Southern Family Christmas (2022) - Christmas Special 1:37:05

9M ago1:37:05

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Send us a text Get a little groovy this holiday season! #JoinTheTalk for a Cajun Christmas with Bruce Campbell! It’s the 2022 Hallmark Christmas movie “My Southern Family Christmas.” learn the meaning of the season the Pere Noel way, experience the magic of forgiveness and redemption on the bayou, and witness a big city girl learning to embrace the…

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Rebel without a Claus: The Groovy Movies Xmas-travaganza 50:51

9M ago50:51

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Send us a text For our penultimate episode of the series we’re going recommendation-heavy and spoiler-free, with our top picks of festive films, hitting every point on the Grinch-to-Elf Christmas spirit scale. References The Powell and Pressburger season from Oct-Dec 2023 - catch the last few screenings now. The Red Shoes: Beyond the Mirror exhibit…

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Napoleon: Are biopics bad for history? 51:14

9M ago51:14

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Send us a text We couldn’t resist the controversy around Ridley Scott’s new movie, so this week we’re discussing Napoleon and wading into the debate about historical accuracy and film. But what do you think? Let us know on instagram - @groovymoviespod. References Ridley Scott profile by Michael Schulman for The New Yorker Ridley Scott’s response to…

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Saltburn: Are we really eating the rich? Ft. Culture Colander 1:11:26

9M ago1:11:26

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Send us a text This week we are joined by Audra and Elisa from Culture Colander. They bring an American perspective to a very British class system as we dissect Emerald Fennell’s new film Saltburn, i.e. The Talented Mr Creepley. References Listen to and follow @culturecolander Interview with Emerald Fennell and the cast of Saltburn ‘The sons and da…

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May December and the blacklist we want to be on 53:11

10M ago53:11

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Send us a text Aesthetica short film festival, the Hollywood blacklist, and one of its scripts, Todd Haynes’ new movie May December, are all up for discussion this week. Expect sweeping generalisations about short films and a tabloid-esque compare-and-contrast between May December and the real-life scandal that inspired it. References Aesthetica Sh…

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Finding love in a dystopian place (Fingernails, The Lobster, Her) 45:10

10M ago45:10

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Send us a text In honour of new release Fingernails, we talk dystopian romances: why they work, when they don’t, and which animal we’d like to be turned into if we didn’t find love. References Fingernails director Christos Nikou on modern dating by Lou Thomas for BFI Sheila O’Malley’s review of The Lobster Interview with Yorgos Lanthimos on The Lob…

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