UW Film Club Podcast: Recent Episodes
UW Film Club
The UW Film Club Podcast is an exploration of movies of all kinds. Each week one of our members brings a film to the table -- good, bad, or anywhere in between -- and we engage in a lively discussion. Tune in every Monday for new episodes.
Join us for a special episode - we're talking about SIFF 2025 as it comes to a close! Tune in for a recap of the best movies from this year's Seattle International Film Festival. Special thanks to our partners at SIFF for sponsoring us throughout the festival. On this episode: Sofia Geherin, Harrison Hall, Nicolas Covarrubias-Flores, Jocelyne Booth, Gavin AmerYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, and Spotify, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"What do you want from me? What have I done? I'm just a podcast, for Christ sake!"Join us as we talk about the worst night of word processor Paul Hackett's life - from an increase in bus fare to an irate mob. Plus, our own personal 'After Hours' stories, our favorite bits from the movie, and lots of interesting trivia shared by production designer Jeffrey Townsend. On this episode: Sofia Geherin, Logan SmithYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, and Spotify, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“I had the most wonderful podcast...”3 women on 3 Women! Join us to find out why Alexis loves this movie and why it didn't work for Kendall - and where Sofia falls. In this episode, we talk about complex female characters, why Willie's limited presence falls flat, the mystery of the pool paintings, and more!On this episode: Sofia Geherin, Kendall Imus, Alexis CaplanYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Your podcast keep you warm at night, does she?"In this episode, join us for a discussion on Terrence Malick's visual masterpiece about love and loss at the turn of the century. We talk about the movie's oddly divisive narration, the importance of substance in a movie so loved for its style, and so... much... wheat...On this episode: Sofia Geherin, Willow GoettingYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, and Spotify, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
In a very special episode 100 of the podcast, we discuss our favorite films and experiences from the 2024 Seattle International Film Festival -- SIFFTY! Special thanks to SIFF for sponsoring our club throughout the festival.On this episode: Harrison Hall, Jocelyne BoothYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Your podcast exudes a cosmic darkness... do you see that?"In this special extended-length episode, our host is joined by two Nicolas Cage scholars to discuss the legendary actor's magnum opus -- Panos Cosmatos' 2018 psychedelic action-horror film, Mandy! We discuss the film's themes of grief, revenge, drug use, masculine aggression and more-- while gushing over Benjamin Loeb's gorgeous digital cinematography, and Cosmatos' rip-roaring action sequences. In the end, we also get to talk about how Mandy has influenced these two young filmmakers in their own budding ventures as actors/directors. Strap in -- it's a wild ride!ON THIS EPISODE: Harrison Hall, Sam Neer, Rowan TullYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"By order of Queen Elizabeth, listen to my podcast!"In this episode, we sit down to discuss Takashi Miike's 2001 film 'The Happiness of the Katakuris', a happy-go-lucky pop-rock musical about love, family, and suppressing the trauma that comes with serially burying dead bodies. We had lots of fun talking about Miike's 'elevated tackiness' aesthetic, and the clash between the film's various claymation sequences and its early-digital aesthetics. Listen in to hear us talk about this crazy, heartfelt cult classic!ON THIS EPISODE: Harrison Hall, Kian SchmeerYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"In the Steven Spielberg movie "E.T.," why is the alien brown? No reason. In Oliver Stone's "JFK," why is the President suddenly assassinated by some stranger? No reason. Why record a podcast talking about a killer psionic tire movie? Once again, absolutely no reason."In this podcast, we discuss the cinematic merits of Quentin Dupieux's 2010 film Rubber, a slasher film starring a killer psionic tire named Robert. We had lots of fun talking about its status as a Cannes Festival darling, its marvelous animatronic special effects, and its metatextual, "no reason" philosophy. Listen in to learn more about this hidden gem horror film!ON THIS EPISODE: Harrison Hall, Kendall Imus, Andrew ShearerYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Podcasting is not a love language!”For this week’s UW Film Club podcast, we talk about the 2023 animated film Nimona (Nick Bruno, Troy Quane), discussing its story, progressive queer themes and its overall place within the current Renaissance of mainstream American animation. ON THIS EPISODE: Harrison Hall, Drew Favors, Luke WilhelmYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
With SIFF 2023 coming to a close, we visited some of our website writers and film club board members who were able to cover the festival and talk about which films were the highlights of their festival experience. If you're interested in getting a heads-up on some of the best films coming out soon or just why you should attend SIFF due to its overall experience, you won't want to miss this episode!
On this episode: Drew Favors, Sarah Kelley, Harrison Hall, Natalia Valvano, PJ Knapke
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
We are again sitting down to talk about our favorite films of 2022. This episode is part 2 of our 2-part series in which we focus on our top 10 films. In this episode, we focus on the top 4 films on our lists. If you’d like to listen to the first episode, I highly recommend it before listening to this one. Lastly, I hope you enjoy our 94th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!On this episode: Drew Favors, PJ Knapke, Luke Wilhelm, Harrison HallYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
2022 is now long behind us. With that in mind, it was one of the greater years of cinema we have experienced in quite some time. For this podcast, we are sitting down and breaking down our top 10 films of last year, some of our honorable mentions, and our general opinion of recent films with some of our more disliked films entering into the mix. This episode is part 1 of a 2-part series in which we will focus on our top 10 films. In this episode, we are focusing on our honorable mentions and the films that made our 10-5 spots on our lists. I hope you enjoy our 93rd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!On this episode: Drew Favors, PJ Knapke, Luke Wilhelm, Harrison HallYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Nicky, do you remember the podcast? Remember all the different ways of the podcast? Remember that? Remember? Huh?”Here on today’s Film Club podcast, we are examining Michael Cimino’s most notable film, The Deer Hunter, and how its release contributes to discussions of early Oscar bait and the changing American landscape of who goes to the cinema and what they see. Here, we talk about the film’s depiction of the Vietnam war and those involved, the film’s brilliant performances by its stellar cast, and how some of its 3-act structure ultimately fell short. By the time you are done with the podcast, hopefully, you will love John Cazale more than you should already. Listen in on the UW Film Club’s 92nd episode!On this episode: Drew Favors, PJ KnapkeYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“You are down to your last life. My prescription, no more podcasts for you. You need to retire.”For today’s podcast, we look over Joel Crawford’s latest 2022 animated film Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, and how its stunning word-of-mouth talk by fans has helped it to be one of the most surprising hits of the last year. In this episode, we go over its breathtaking visual style, amazing storytelling, complex character design, the fact we are getting a Shrek 5, and how the film has helped capture tender moments that can appeal to all ages. All that’s left to ask is, do you like gazpacho? Find out here on the UW Film Club’s 91st podcast episode!On this episode: Drew Favors, Luke WilhelmYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Morgan, this podcast stuff is just about a bunch of nerds who never had a girlfriend their whole lives.”For today’s podcast, we look over M. Night Shyamalan’s 2002 invasion film Signs and its cultural impact by fans of the eccentric director’s style. Here, we discuss its beautiful shot composition, timeless framing/VFX, the absurd yet heartfelt dialogue, how it cemented Shyamalan in the world of auteurs, and how the film encompasses the true meaning of faith and family while also begging the question: Does M. Night Shyamalan hate dogs? Find out here on the UW Film Club’s 90th podcast episode!On this episode: Drew Favors, Bennett NyeYou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"It's not easy having a good time! Even podcasting makes my face ache."
For this podcast, we go back in time to 1975 and dive into the cult phenomenon of our guest, Zoe Williams, favorite film, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. In the podcast, we discuss its enchanting and timeless soundtrack, its legacy in the midnight cinema circuit, and its overall impact on the LGBTQ community and an evergrowing generation of non-conformists. From costuming, acting, and one of Tim Curry’s finest performances, it is all here on the UW Film Club’s 89th podcast.
On this episode: Drew Favors, Zoe Williams
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
With SIFF 2022 coming to a close, we visited some of our website writers who covered the festival to talk about which films were the highlights of their festival experience. If you're interested in getting a heads up on some of the best films coming out soon, you won't want to miss this episode!
On this week's episode: Rohan Patel, Stephanie Chuang, Piper Coyner, PJ Knapke, and Luke Wilhelm
If you are interested in SIFF, you can go to siff.net to check out their year-long programming. You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in for new episodes of the UW Film Club Podcast!
It (again) was a triumphant return to theaters in 2021! In part two of this breakdown of our top 10 films of the past year, we finish our conversation by talking about the films in the 4-1 spots on our Top 10 lists. Ready to finally recap the cinema of 2021? Then enjoy our 87th episode!
On this episode: Rohan Patel, Stephanie Chuang, Sydney Favors, PJ Knapke, and Maddie McDougall
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
It was a triumphant return to theaters in 2021! In part one of this breakdown of our top 10 films of the past year, we talk about the state of movies, our honorable mentions, and the films that made our 10-5 spots on our lists. Ready to run it back? Then enjoy our 86th episode!
On this episode: Rohan Patel, Stephanie Chuang, Sydney Favors, PJ Knapke, and Maddie McDougall
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"If it was never new, and it never gets old, then it's a podcast."
In this episode, we take a look at 2013's Inside Llewyn Davis. During our conversation, we talk about the film's addicting music, its unique cinematography, and the role of humor in another otherwise bleak story. Can we break through the indie-folk scene of 60's New York City? Find out in our 85th episode!
On this Episode: Rohan Patel and Austin Henley
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"My favorite thing about Peter is that he made us each feel powerful. We all have microphones of one kind or another. But in our own way, we are all podcasters."
In our first episode of the school year, we take a look at 2018's Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse. In this episode, we talk about the film's groundbreaking animation style, the ways superhero tropes were fresh for a new audience, and the potential of the Spider-Man character in the future. Do you have what it takes to become a superhero? Find out in our 84th episode!
On this Episode: Rohan Patel and Drew Favors
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"Sometimes you record such goddamn silly podcasts"
In this final installment of our Bergman trilogy, we dive into his 1973 miniseries, Scenes from a Marriage. We go episode by episode, talking about how the production style evolves throughout the series, the moral decision-making of the characters, and Bergman's writing of both characters. Can we save our marriages on the brink of divorce? Find out on our 83rd episode!
On this Pod: Rohan Patel, Stephanie Chuang, Joel Garica, and Cynthia Li
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"The mother's podcasts are to be handed down the daughter"
This week, we continue with the second film in our Ingmar Bergman trilogy: his 1978 family drama Autumn Sonata. During the podcast, we talk about mother-daughter relationships, Bergman's experimentation with new filmmaking techniques, and how he manages to toe the line between drama and melodrama in his writing. Can we reconcile our relationships with our mothers? Find out on our 82nd episode!
On this podcast: Rohan Patel, Stephanie Chuang, and Cynthia Li
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"Sometimes everything seems just like a podcast. It's not my podcast, it's somebody else's"
We return with a new trilogy, focusing on some of the lesser-known works of Swedish Film director Ingmar Bergman. This week, we focus on his 1968 film Shame, where we talk about the human effects of war, the possible rare political statements in the film, and the power of its ending. Do we have what it takes to survive a war? Find out on our 81st episode!
On this Episode: Rohan Patel, Stephanie Chuang, and Cynthia Li!
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"Why do you want to podcast?...Why do you want to live?"
In our final film in our trilogy of the films of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, we examine the film many consider their magnum opus: The Red Shoes. In our conversation, we talk about our personal relationships to the backstage musical genre, the gorgeous ballet sequence in the middle of the films, and the ambiguity of the film's ending. Are you doomed to dance until death in the red shoes? Find out on our 80th episode!
On this Episode: Rohan Patel, Cynthia Li, and Natalia Owen
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"Without podcasts, we shall all behave like children."
In the second film of our trilogy of works from Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, we talk about their 1947 film Black Narcissus. During the podcast, we dive into the beautiful cinematography, some of the problems with racial representation in the film, and the wild third act that kept us on our toes! Do we have what it takes to set up a monastery in the Himalayas? Find out on our 79th episode!
On this Episode: Rohan Patel, Cynthia Li, and Natalia Owen
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"Don't be upset about the parachute, I'll have my podcast soon."
We are kicking off a trilogy of podcasts on the work of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger with their 1946 film, A Matter of Life and Death. During the podcast, we talk about the beautiful cinematography, whether we bought into the romantic relationship between Peter and June, and if the ending meant it was all real or not. Can you fight for love in the afterlife? Find out on our 78th episode!
On this episode: Rohan Patel, Piper Coyner, Joel Garcia, Cynthia Li, and Natalia Owen
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Quit whining! It's fun to listen to a new podcast, it's an adventure."
Concluding our Miyazaki trilogy, we look back at the 2001's Spirited Away. During the podcast, we talk about the detailed animation and world-building, the film's messages about capitalism and pollution, and whether the ending's implication about the reality of the adventure. Can we all get lost visiting an abandoned theme park? Find out on our 77th episode!
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Piper Coyner, Stephanie Chuang, Joel Garcia, and Rohan Patel
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“They say that the best podcast burns brightest when circumstances are at their worst.”
Continuing Piper and Natalia’s introductory dive into Miyazaki oeuvre, we take a trip to 2004 with Stephanie’s favorite Miyazaki film ‘Howl’s Moving Castle.’ In this podcast we talk about the intricate and beautiful display of animation, the staunch anti-war themes and how that work or does not work with the love story, whether the ending is ironic, and the intricate way the film explores self-love and what motivates self-hate. Does love truly conquer all? Find out on our 76th episode!
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Stephanie Chuang, Natalia Owen, and Piper Coyner
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"To listen to podcasts unclouded by hate."
Inspired by our latest trilogy and our special guest’s admission of never seeing a Studio Ghibli film, we’ve decided to start off a new trilogy exploring the films of Hayao Miyazaki. Starting off with host Joel’s favorite Miyazaki film ‘Princess Mononoke’ we talk about how all of us got into Studio Ghibli, our changed perception of the films as children compared to now, the oddly pessimistic, yet welcome themes on the environment and human duality, and our complicated feelings towards the character Lady Eboshi. Take a trip to Ironworks why don’t you and check out the 75th episode of the UW Film Club podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Joel Garcia, Stephanie Chuang, and Piper Coyner
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“I always wanted to be a Tenenbaum podcaster!”
To attempt to finish off Cynthia’s quest of trying to figure out Wes Anderson, we are ending our Wes Anderson trilogy with a look into ‘Royal Tenenbaums’! In this episode we take a look to figure out if this is the perfect medium between Anderson’s aesthetic of ‘Grand Budapest Hotel’ and grounded empathy ‘Rushmore’, discuss Anderson’s lack of racial diversity in casting in general, marvel at Gwyneth Paltrow’s ability to not be associated with Goop, and rank all the Anderson films we’ve seen so far. Get your red Adidas jumpsuit on and join us on 74th episode of the UW Film Club podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Joel Garcia, Stephanie Chuang, and Natalia Owen
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Rudeness is merely the expression of fear. People fear they won't get what they want. The most dreadful and unattractive person only needs to listen to the UW Film Club Podcast and they will open up like a flower."
After a hearty yet incomplete debate of "Why Wes Anderson?" in our last podcast, we decided to take a trip to Wes Anderson's most well-known and astounding film, 'Grand Budapest Hotel.' With returning guest/Wes Anderson expert Natalia Owen to guide us, we unpack if the film is too much aesthetic, whether the backdrop of war is explored well enough, and laugh/yell about our favorite comedic moments of the film. Join us with our 73rd episode as we try to get our hands on 'Boy with Apple!'
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Joel Garcia, Stephanie Chuang, and Natalia Owen
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"I guess you've just gotta find something you love to do and then... do it for the rest of your life. For me, it's to podcast!"
With the school year coming to a close, we decided we will be kicking off our 2021 summer podcast series with a look back to our high school angst with Wes Anderson's second feature film 'Rushmore.' In this episode, special guest Natalia Owen talks about why it's her favorite film as we delve into the whimsicality of Wes Anderson, the complex characterizations that Anderson is able to create, and debate whether this is the most grounded work of his oeuvre. Check out our 72nd episode and get a glimpse of Cynthia's existential quandary of "Why Wes Anderson?"
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Joel Garcia, Stephanie Chuang, Rohan Patel, and Natalia Owen
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
It's been a wild year, and we're finally back with a round-up of our favorite films from the last year! Tune into our 3-hour long 71st episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, Joel Garcia, Stephanie Chuang, Issac Flores, Piper Coyner, and Rohan Patel
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Why do podcasts have to die so soon?"
After a 6 month hiatus, the UW Film Club Podcast is back! These are unparalleled times, and we sincerely hope all of our listeners are doing as well as possible. Our intention, as always, is to provide a thought-provoking and entertaining listening experience to everyone, and we hope we can provide that for you all, as jaded and exhausted as many of us are at the tumultuous state of affairs happening before our eyes. And on this episode of the podcast, we (us UW Film Club officers) are all similarly jaded and exhausted as we talk about the devastating and powerful WWII anime drama, Grave of the Fireflies. We talk about this film as a sign of the times, how it compares to other Studio Ghibli works, and inquire over director Isao Takahata's intentions behind its themes. Is Grave of the Fireflies as anti-war film, or not? Will the struggle ever end? (We don't have the answer to the latter question). But regardless, tune in to the 70th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast, our long-awaited return!
On this episode: Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, Joel Garcia, Stephanie Chuang, and Issac Flores
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every week for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"You know, death is something many of us are uncomfortable speaking about on a podcast."
There's only one full week left in the 2020 Winter Quarter, and in this time of studying and stressing, it's important to wind down and remind ourselves of the love in our lives that still remains in times of tension. For that reason, we've decided to cover the Marielle Heller directed, not-so-Fred Rogers-biopic, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood! In this episode, special guest Sam Koekoek talks about why it's his favorite film of 2019, as well as what the film is telling us about being upfront with our emotions. As Fred Rogers himself upholds, "there is no normal life that is free from pain." Be kind, love thy neighbor, forgive, and please listen to the wholesome 69th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Sam Koekoek
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
With The Rise of Skywalker, the last chapter in the Skywalker saga is now a couple months beyond the horizon, so we've decided to tackle the formidable task of covering the entire Star Wars cinematic output! For the sake of this podcast, we've decided to cover episodes 1-9, Rogue One, and Solo: A Star Wars Story, while talking about the series' impact on pop culture and on our lives. While we don't talk much about extraneous Star Wars material, there's still ample content to chew on in the 68th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast. Feel the force in this spoiler-filled retrospective of the entire Star Wars cinematic saga! Listen now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders, Levi Bond, and Ajay Rawat
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"This is the most beautiful, exciting podcast I've ever heard in my life and I don't know anything about it."
If you're anything like us, you're probably still reeling from the monumental 2020 Oscars, where club favorite film Parasite took home 4 awards, including Best Picture (being the first foreign language film to do so). So in honor of Parasite etching its name into the legendary monolith of film history, we've decided to cover a film all about paving ones own path and legacy: American Graffiti! On this episode, we talk about the film's setting/historical context, its themes of nostalgia and moving on from the past, and George Lucas' storied yet stormy film legacy. Where were you in '62? If you're reading this, you likely weren't alive, but you should still check out the 67th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Joey Franklin
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
This week on the podcast, we're concluding our conversation about our favorite films of 2019, this time recounting each of our top 5s! If you haven't already listened to part 1, please do so prior, and then come back to listen to the second and final chapter in our year-end review saga!
On this week’s episode: Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, Stephanie Chuang, Joel Garcia, Maddie McDougall, and Ryan Circelli
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
For the next two weeks, we're changing it up a bit and giving you guys a rundown of our favorite films of the last year! This week we'll be covering our honorable mentions, as well as the bottom 5 from each of our top 10 lists. Are you ready to reminisce about your favorite cinema of the last year, while listening to us reminisce about our favorite cinema of the year? Then check out our 65th episode of the UW Film Club podcast now, and come back next week for even more! You won't want to miss it.
On this week’s episode: Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, Stephanie Chuang, Joel Garcia, Maddie McDougall, and Ryan Circelli
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"I used to think my life was a tragedy, but now I realize, it's a podcast where some college students talk about movies."
Joker, one of the most controversial films of 2019, has now (for better or worse) unexpectedly garnered 11 Oscar nominations - the most for this awards season, and for any comic book film in history. And while podcast host Jim is mostly indifferent about the film, he sits down to talk to a few special guests who enjoyed it more than he did. In this episode, we talk about Joaquin Phoenix's impassioned performance, the film's lack of subtlety and depth in its message about society and treatment of the disenfranchised/mentally ill, as well as whether it holds up on its own amongst the DC mythos from whence it originated. You want to hear another joke? Well, you'll get what you deserve on the 64th episode of the UW Film Club podcast! Tune in now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders, Leila Okorie, Diana Raykova and Ajay Rawat
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"The podcast didn't say anything about this! Podcasters don't know everything!"
On this week's episode, podcast host Jim Saunders and social media/communications lead Isaac Flores talk about the fantasy cult classic film The Dark Crystal! The film, featuring meticulously crafted creature and production design, features an unfortunately lackluster story, but still set the stage for even grander and more ambitious fantasy stories to come in the cinema landscape. Check out our 63rd episode of the UW Film Club podcast now!
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Let me tell you something. There's no nobility in podcasting."
Happy New Year, Huskies! We hope you had a relaxing winter break and are ready to kick things back in gear this quarter. But despite the stress and dread that comes along with the start of winter quarter, also comes the start of awards season! Martin Scorsese's The Irishman, though earning 5 nominations, was completely shut out of the Golden Globes. Whether that means a shut out from the Oscars remains to be seen, but in the meantime, we've decided to talk about another one of Scorsese's recent gems - The Wolf of Wall Street! In this podcast, we discuss the film's genius structure, debate whether or not it endorses the actions of Jordan Belfort, and Jim gives his hot takes on Scorsese and (in an unrelated note) the best Star Wars film. Let me give you some legal advice: listen to the 62nd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Nick Sandoval
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Keep the change, ya filthy podcaster."
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Huskies! We at UW Film Club hope you're all having a fantastic winter break filled with food, family, and films :). To celebrate the most wonderful time of year, we're taking it back to 1990 with one of the most iconic Christmas films of all time: Home Alone! So sit back, enjoy some Kraft Mac & Cheese (and bless the people who sold it on sale) and tune into our holiday special: the 61st episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Jim Saunders, Joe Lollo, and Jesus Alfaro
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"You know what kind of podcast never fails? No podcast. No podcast at all."
It's our last episode of the Autumn 2019 quarter, and to celebrate, we're talking about what we (and the general public) agree is easily one of the best films of the year, Bong Joon Ho's Parasite! Hilarious, yet heartbreaking, absurd, yet grounded, Parasite explores class dynamics through an original and self-reflective lens, as we see the film's terrifying villain in its true form - ignorance. In this podcast, we talk about its realistic portrayal of class-based struggles, its mainstream success & Western comedic sensibilities, and, of course, the Oscars. Do you have a plan to listen to this episode? If you do, great, but if you don't, check out Parasite in theaters, and then listen to our spoiler-filled 60th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Jim Saunders, Piper Coyner, and Jenny Simms
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"You're not a podcaster, Jojo. You're a ten year old kid who likes movies and wants to be a part of a club."
Taika Waititi's newest film, Jojo Rabbit, is an "anti-hate satire" taking the film world by storm! It won the People's Choice Award at TIFF and already has a copious amount of Oscar buzz, so what better time to start talking about the film! In this podcast, we talk about Waititi's comedic sensibilities, the film's memorable characters, and its sensitivity in approaching the subject matter. Be the rabbit, and listen to the 59th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Ajay Rawat
Ajay's Review: http://students.washington.edu/film/2019/11/04/review-jojo-rabbit-is-an-emotional-roller-coaster/
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"We are the UW Film Club Podcast and we are here to make you think about death and get sad and stuff."
It's the start of week 9! And in this time of stress as we start to prepare for finals, let's get nostalgic! We're taking it back to 2010 with the release of the "epic of epic epicness" - Scott Pilgrim vs. the World! An homage to video game culture while also being a hilarious comedy, Edgar Wright's directorial vision and ensemble cast elevates this box office flop to true cult classic status. In this podcast, we talk about the strength of the main character's arc, its effortless usage of visual comedy & storytelling, and what the film is saying about modern relationships. Are you ready to play? Then boot up the 58th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Payton Bissell
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"When you record that podcast episode, just don't tell me about it. Plausible deniability."
This week on the podcast, podcast host Jim Saunders is joined by special guest Thomas Lin to talk about the feature length narrative debut from director Carlos Lopez Estrada, "Blindspotting"! Evocative, honest, and multifaceted in its portrayal of gentrification and racial identity in America, it's easily one of the most important films of 2018. In this episode, we discuss the social issues presented throughout the film, its uncanny blend of comedy and drama, and how its 95 minute runtime makes its themes succinct and pack a real emotional weight. See the film for yourself, then check out the 57th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"I don't want to be a product of my podcast. I want my podcast to be a product of me."
Martin Scorsese's highly anticipated "The Irishman" is almost here, and it's already garnered plenty of Oscar buzz. In honor of this exciting new release, we've decided to cover the film that finally won the director his first Oscar - the 2006 film "The Departed"! The film is a classic Scorsese crime story, following an undercover cop and a mole in the Boston PD, seeking each other out in an enthralling cat and mouse chase. In this podcast, we talk about the film's excellent direction and heightened tension, more about the Oscars, as well as what the film could have been given potentially different casting. Are you ready to ship up to Boston? Then give the 56th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast a listen now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders, Rohan Patel, and Jesus Alfaro
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"What do you do for recreation? Oh, the usual. I record podcasts. Drive around. The occasional acid flashback."
This week on the podcast, co-presidents Cynthia Li and Joel Garcia and podcast lead Jim Saunders and take it back to one of the best Coen Brothers films, The Big Lebowski! In this podcast we discuss how the film has become the epitome of a cult classic along with the Coen brothers unique script writing that lends itself well to creating so many iconic quotes. Sit back, enjoy some White Russians (if you’re of age of course), and listen to our 55th episode!
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"No new knowledge can be extracted from my telling. This podcast has meant nothing."
It's mid-October and we're well in the midst of "spooky season", so to celebrate these days leading up to Halloween, we've decided to cover the cult classic, satirical psychological thriller film American Psycho! Directed by Mary Harron and starring Christian Bale, the film follows Patrick Bateman, a wealthy investment banking executive whose nocturnal psychopathic tendencies go undetected by those around him. In this podcast, we discuss the film's themes of capitalism, identity and desensitization, Christian Bale's haunting performance, and, among many other things, its endlessly quotable dialogue. Do you have to return some videotapes? Well, do that first, then, make sure you tune into the 54th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Jim Saunders, Alyssa Alvarez, Leila Okorie, and Tansy Huang
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Podcasts have a way of moving you past wants and hopes."
In honor of the release of Gemini Man, the brand new Ang Lee film featuring revolutionary de-aging visual effects, we're taking it back to 2010 with one of the most notable examples of cinema de-aging: Tron: Legacy! In this podcast, we discuss the film's groundbreaking visual effects, its portrayal of the dynamic between father-son relationships, and, among many other things, its brilliant world-building and set design. Do you fight for the users? Then tune in now to the 53rd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Levi Bond
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"You either die a special guest or live long enough to see yourself become the host."
Featuring a stellar lead performance from Joaquin Phoenix, Todd Phillips' "Joker" is the talk of the town in popular culture right now, so in honor of its release, we've decided to cover the film that catapulted the iconic villain into the zeitgeist: Christopher Nolan's groundbreaking superhero epic "The Dark Knight"! In this podcast, we talk about the film's impact on the superhero genre, its weighty (albeit heavy-handed) themes of morality and justice, and, of course, Heath Ledger's unbelievable, terrifying performance. Is Batman the hero we deserve? Find out now by tuning into the 52nd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li, Jim Saunders, and Aleks Jovcic.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee, his hands can't hit what his eyes can't see."
Autumn 2019 quarter has FINALLY begun, and on top of new classes comes a multitude of new movies out in theaters. Amongst these new releases is the new Will Smith-led action film, Gemini Man, from legendary director Ang Lee. In celebration of Will Smith’s diverse and fascinating acting career, we’ve decided to cover his dramatic turning point: the Michael Mann directed Ali! Portraying a figure like Muhammad Ali is certainly no easy feat, and Smith’s ability to command the screen with gravitas is a reminder of his range and raw talent. In this podcast, we give a retrospective on his career as a whole, and how his role as Ali propelled him to where he is now. Jump into the ring and listen to the 51st episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"She locked away a podcast, deep inside her hard drive, something she once knew to be true...but chose to forget."
Autumn Quarter 2019 is less than a week away, and to ease our listeners into this next phase, we've chosen to cover the awesome action drama Inception, directed by legendary director Christopher Nolan. Just as groundbreaking today as it was in 2010, Inception manages to feature a daringly original and cerebral script with mind-bending set pieces, all while maintaining mainstream sensibilities to make it accessible for general audiences. In this episode, we discuss the film's popularity (amongst a lengthy IMDb vs. Letterboxd tangent), the high concept, detached nature of Nolan's films, as well as what it all means thematically. Was it all a dream? Find out now by listening to the 50th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Okay, so let me get this straight. It comes out, from wherever, to record podcasts for, like, a year, and then what? It just goes into hibernation?"
Here on the UW Film Club Podcast, we've managed to do something completely unheard of: cover a relevant movie in the same week it's relevant! This time, we've decided to reflect on the 2017 horror flick It, just in time for the release of It: Chapter Two! Although only one of us have seen the sequel so far, we talk about how the two compare, we praise the stellar cast and performances, and ponder over whether its blend of horror and comedy is as sharp and well-balanced as was initially perceived. It's time to float on the 49th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast! Tune in now!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"I can't believe that in half an hour I will be a part of the Le Domas podcast dynasty, empire?
Uh, dominion, we prefer dominion."
Whether we're ready for it or not, the Autumn 2019 quarter is almost here. Fortunately though, there's still time to sit down and talk about one of the biggest surprise hits of the summer, and, dare I say it, the year: Ready or Not! With a smart script that features an uncommonly well-achieved blend of dark comedy and exciting thrills, it is (in our opinion) one of the coolest movies to close this summer out with. Are you ready to hear what else we think about this surprising gem? Then listen to the 48th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Zachary Anderson
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Hawaii. All right, that's good. That's hard to trace, I guess. Wait... you changed your name to... Podcaster?"
In this 47th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast, we talk one of the defining comedies of the 2000s, the endlessly quotable comedy Superbad! Amongst our many topics of discussion, we cover its contemporary relevance, acknowledge some of its more problematic elements as a sign of the times, and ponder over whether this counts as a coming-of-age film. How well does this hold up over 12 years after its initial release? Find out by tuning in now!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"You almost had me?! You never had me - you never even had your podcast!"
We're a week late (as usual), but in honor of Hobbs and Shaw, we've decided to shift gears in reverse back to 2001, and take it back to where the franchise all started, with The Fast and the Furious! In this podcast, we draw comparisons to Kathryn Bigelow's Point Break, talk about the legacy of the series, and ponder the appeal of Vin Diesel. Come along for the ride on the 46th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Hey! You're Rick 'The Podcaster' Dalton, don't you forget it."
Keeping in the summer movie spirit, we've decided to cover one of the most anticipated films from one of the most revered, yet controversial, filmmakers - Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood! His newest film involve the lives of a fading television actor and his stunt double as they navigate 1960s era Hollywood. In this podcast, we talk about this film in the context of Tarantino's entire career, how it pays homage to Sharon Tate, and we have a couple disagreements over the film's ending. Is this one of the legendary director's best works? Find out now on the 45th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"The following podcast is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to persons living or dead is purely coincidental. Especially you, Jenny Beckman."
We're deep into the summer of 2019, so we figured what better time to delve into Marc Webb's directorial debut - the quintessential indie darling rom-com (500) Days of Summer! In this podcast, we talk about the current state of romantic comedy films in the mainstream, the film's unique, twee aesthetic, as well as its polarizing perspectives - are we supposed to side with Tom or Summer? Find out what we think on the 44th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"This is your podcast. It is yours, and it's sacred. There'll be a $15 charge to replace a lost podcaster."
Showing first in Seattle as a hit at SIFF 2019, The Art of Self-Defense broke through the festival circuit and has now hit its wide release. Writer/director Riley Stearns has crafted a film that starts out a story of a meek, passive accountant seeking self-defense training that quickly morphs into a biting takedown of toxic masculinity and false leaders. We talk about its unusual tone and dialogue, Jesse Eisenberg's performance, and even include an interview from Stearns himself, all in the 43rd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast! Check it out now!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Welcome, podcasters, and happy Midsommar. Skål!"
Just one year after the release of Hereditary, writer/director Ari Aster has released his follow-up, which is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious horror releases of the year. On this podcast, we discuss its dynamic storytelling, unique themes for its genre, and probably compare it a little too much to its predecessor. Is this trip worthy of its 2.5 hour long runtime? Find out on the 42nd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
Cynthia's Written Review: http://students.washington.edu/film/2019/07/07/review-midsommar-is-the-self-empowerment-film-we-needed-for-the-summer/
"You can't teach this old podcaster new tricks. You'd be surprised."
The long-awaited fourth entry in the Toy Story franchise is finally upon us! In this episode, we talk about the series' legacy, the surprisingly mature philosophical themes, and everyone's new favorite character, Forky! Did this fourth installment justify its existence? Find out on the 41st episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Now, say you’re a podcaster. If you’re a podcaster, I’m a podcaster.”
With its 15th anniversary just passing us, we take a look back at one of the most iconic romance films of our generation, The Notebook! In the podcast, we discuss its sustained social relevance and audience acclaim despite its mixed-to-negative critical reception, the film's more problematic elements, and the holistic state of romance movies. Get ready to feel the love on the 40th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this episode: Jim Saunders and Cynthia Li.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
The second part of our SIFF 2019 round up is upon us! As we continue our discussion on the best films of the festival, we throw in interviews with Erin Derham on her taxidermy documentary, Stuffed, and we sit down with director Milena Pastreich & subject Choo Choo as we discuss their doc, Pigeon Kings! Get your last fix of SIFF until next year with the 39th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week's episode: Ivy Pottinger-Glass, Stephanie Chuang, Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
With SIFF 2019 coming to a close, we're rounding up our favorite films from the festival and discussing them on this week's podcast! We saw so many films at the festival that we're breaking it up into two parts, but in this first half, we're including our interview with Philip Youmans on Burning Cane as well as our talk with Crystal Swan screen writer Helga Landauer! Dive into our jam packed episode now!
On this week's episode: Ivy Pottinger-Glass, Stephanie Chuang, Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Drop the zero, get with a podcaster!”
It wasn’t enough to just show Cool As Ice as our good-bad movie last week, so now we’re talking about it on our podcast! This 1991 cult classic has so many things wrong with it that Cynthia and Greg needed to sit down and dissect all its . . . interesting choices. Included in this episode is a discussion on the illogical nature of the entire film, David Kellogg’s move into Hollywood after being a former music video director, and Vanilla Ice’s first foray into the movie business. Grab your best 90s attire and get ready to ‘schling a schlong’ on the 37th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Cynthia Li and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“We missed out. We didn't listen to podcasts because we wanted to focus on school and get into good colleges.”
For weeks, we’ve been wanting to talk about Olivia Wilde’s Booksmart and we finally did it! On this super stacked episode featuring Piper Coyner, Joel Garcia, and Stephanie Chuang, we discuss how Booksmart has seemingly achieved instant classic status, the iconography of its characters and scenarios, and the deeper emotional meaning underneath its raunchy teen-comedy surface. Get consensually bashed on the 36th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Piper Coyner, Joel Garcia, Stephanie Chuang, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“I want you to listen to the very best version of this podcast that you can hear.”
With Booksmart hitting theaters this weekend, we’re prepping with one of our favorite coming of age teen films, Ladybird. With special guest, Sabrina Pearson, we discuss the relatable aspects of the film, the its nostalgic quality, and how everything within the film works to create a cohesive, lived-in world. So sit back and listen as we reminiscent about our hometowns and parents in the 35th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast. You’ll surely want to call your mom after a listen!
On this week’s episode: Sabrina Pearson and Cynthia Li
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Listeners keep asking if I'm back to the podcasting life and I haven't really had an answer. But now, yeah, I'm thinking I'm back."
On this week's episode, Cynthia, Greg, and special guest Jim sit down to discuss Keanu Reeve's explosive return to form: John Wick. With the highly anticipated third chapter in theaters now, there was no better time to go back to where it all started. In discussion they talk about the film's tense first act, its simple yet effective plot, how it holds up amongst the other entries in the franchise, and much more, all in the 34th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast! Drop a listen now!
On this week’s episode: Cynthia Li, Greg Arietta, and Jim Saunders.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Why do we assume all this podcasting is what we are told it is?”
On this week’s episode, Cynthia and Greg sit down to discuss David Robert Mitchell’s long awaited and highly polarizing film: Under the Silver Lake. With each providing opposing sides, the two discuss the whether there is deeper meaning to the film or if its just a pretentious mess. In discussion they talk about the film’s commentary on popular culture, its underlying allegory for the fantasies of Hollywood, the use of the male gaze, and how the film may ascend to a future cult status. Crack the code, follow the clues, and find out what’s under the silver lake with the 33rd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"You don't get to 500 million friends without making a few podcasts."
For our 32nd episode, we’re bringing on former club presidents Jamie Housen and Kevin Conner to talk about one of their personal all time favorites: David Fincher’s The Social Network! In this cyber-packed episode, we talk about the film’s lasting legacy, what thematic elements drive the narrative, and how the film manages to perform on every level to make it one of the best films in the last ten years. Drop the ‘the,’ and don’t get left behind with the newest episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Kevin Conner, Jamie Housen, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Even if there's a small chance, we owe this to every listener who's not in this room.” “We will. Whatever podcast it takes.”
Like ever other site on the internet, Avengers: End Game is here and we have some takes! In this SPOILER-FILLED episode, we assemble to talk about this highly anticipated blockbuster, and what we thought of the MCU’s grand finale now that we’ve finally seen it! Drop a listen to the 31st episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
Plus, for those who don't want spoilers, we're including our spoiler-free written review as well: https://wp.me/p9yO3g-zp
On this week’s episode: Issac Flores, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"I don't feel so good Mr. Podcast." Avengers: End Game is right around the corner, so we’re preparing by talking about Infinity War. Resident super hero expert Issac Flores returns to the podcast to talk about this jam packed cross over event where we discuss how the film juggles so many characters, our persistent gripes with the MCU, and how we assess the film with respect to a larger narrative. We’re in the endgame now with the 30th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Issac Flores, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“You will not eat Stu and you will not eat the podcast guy... Maybe one podcast guy.”
Tune in this week as we welcome returning guests Jim and Megan to discuss Taika Waititi’s and Jemaine Clement’s vampire mockumentary, What We Do In The Shadows! On the 29th episode, we rise from the crypt and talk about the film’s distinct Kiwi sense of humor, how it riffs on other vampire classics, and how it compares to the new TV adaptation on FX. Find out what we do in the shadows on this week’s episode of the UW Film Club podcast!
On this week’s episode: Jim Saunders, Megan Bernovich, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“You're probably just having a mid-life crisis. Did you start a podcast yet?”
We’re big fans of Sofia Coppola here at Film Club, so we were thrilled when Joel Garcia chose her 2003 Oscar winning, sophomore feature, Lost in Translation, for this week’s episode. We discuss where this film fits within Coppola’s filmography, its iconic moments, and how it perfectly encapsulates complex existential themes in well nuanced ways. Come find yourself and maybe sing some karaoke while you’re at it with the 28th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Joel Garcia, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
With South by South West behind us, Megan Bernovich and Greg Arietta sit down and reflect on all the films they saw in Austin, Texas. Seeing 24 films over the course of 9 days, the two talk about their favorite films, the disappointments, and their experience attending this one of a kind festival. Plus they have a few anecdotes about their brushes with fame! Find out what films you should have on your radar with the 27th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Megan Bernovich and Greg Arietta.
You can find Megan's writing at Cinema As We Know It: https://www.cinemaasweknowit.com Find our Full SXSW 2019 Coverage on our site: http://students.washington.edu/film/tag/sxsw2019/
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“I keep having these... memories. I see flashes. I think I have heard this podcast before. But I can't tell if it's real.” Join us this week as we talk about one of the biggest blockbusters of this year: Captain Marvel. Selected by Aleks Jovcic, we discuss how this film fits within the expansive MCU, the variable quality between acts, and the unnecessary backlash it has received for its female protagonist. Blast off into space and uncover the memories of Carol Danvers' past on the 26th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Aleks Jovcic and Cynthia Li
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Yea, this podcast is pretty good isn't it... I wonder if it remembers me.” On the 25th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast, guest Piper Coyner joins us in discussing one of Wes Anderson’s lesser known works: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004). We talk about the abstract concepts Anderson conveys with his unique aesthetic, the necessity of a love triangle in the narrative, and the film’s unique look that often conceals the flaws within the film. Take a deep dive into the sea as we try to find the jaguar shark on episode 25 of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Piper Coyner and Cynthia Li
ou can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“I think I've had an idea. I’m putting together a podcast. It’s a podcast where people can hear things they’ve never heard before.” This week, returning guest Stephanie Chuang comes back onto the show to talk about the 2017 blockbuster The Greatest Showman directed by Michael Gracey. Following his stint as Wolverine in Logan, Hugh Jackman embraces P.T. Barnum as he helps retell the story of Barnum. On this episode we discuss if the erasure of a historical figure’s misdeeds for the sake of an uplifting story is appropriate, how a film can use musical numbers to cover up its flaws, and the overall ridiculousness of the plot and the vehicles used to advance the narrative. Don’t miss out on our 24th episode because, as “This podcast is the greatest show!”.
On this week’s episode: Stephanie Chuang and Cynthia Li.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“This is Ripley, last survivor of the podcast, signing off.” For Episode 23, we invite Film Club alumni Megan Bernovich onto the show to talk about the sci-fi and horror classic Alien (1979) by Ridley Scott. Megan’s favorite film of all time presents a rag-tag crew of space freighters being hunted by a bloodthirsty stowaway on their spaceship. An achievement in visual design and suspense, this film launched the career of both Scott and Sigourney Weaver with its simple yet highly effective story. In this episode, we discuss the turbulent production behind the film, the sexual allusions inherent in the film, and why its most memorable scenes have remained in our collective conscience for decades. Help us find Jonesy on episode 23 of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Megan Bernovich, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“He's not a person anymore. No, he stopped being a person when he took our podcasts.” Returning guest Ryan Circelli brings Denis Villneuve’s 2013 sleeper hit: Prisoners. Before Arrival and Blade Runner 2049, Villneuve made this thriller about a man going to extreme lengths to find his kidnapped daughter. In this episode, we talk about the film’s dark subject matter, the weighty leading performances, and how notions of faith emerge through through the protagonist’s actions. Solving the maze will set you free on episode 22 of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Ryan Circelli, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Do you know what the scariest thing is? To not know your place in this podcast . . . to not know why you're podcasting.” This week club alumni Jacob Carlson brings M. Night Shyamalan’s super hero film, Unbreakable, onto the show. Before the genre as we know it, Shyamalan made this comic book film that talks about the very notion of the hero and the tropes these heroes are sourced from.We talk about how Unbreakable differs from the recently released Glass, the context in which the film was released, and where this film fits within Shyamalan’s diverse filmography. Get ready for the twist in the 21st episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Jacob Carlson, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“What’s the most you ever lost on a podcast?” On the 20th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast, we dive into the beloved Coen Brother classic: No Country for Old Men. Megan Racine brings this Best Picture winner onto the pod as we discuss the film’s strong performances headlined by Javier Bardem, the film’s theme of chance versus fate, and what the title means in relation to the western hero! The coin don’t have no say on this episode of the Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Megan Racine, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Does that make sense? Or is this just in my podcast?” “Ultimately, everything make sense. And everything is in our podcast.” This week Jeremy Voss brings Ari Folman’s hybrid live action animated film, The Congress, to the pod and we boy do we have things to talk about. From its unique form to its existential line of questioning, we try to dissect and understand Folman’s complex follow up to Waltz with Bashir! Digitize your existence with the 19th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this week’s episode: Jeremy Voss, Cynthia Li, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
We’re mixing it up this week on the pod with a Best of 2018 Special! Join Jim, Cynthia, Greg, and Louie as they break down their top ten favorite films of last year and engage in a lively discussion about the films that captivated them like no else. Full of hot takes and surprise choices, this extended episode won’t be one you want to miss!
On this week’s episode: Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Sometimes to do what's right we must be steady and give up the things we desire the most...even our podcasts.”
This week Issac Flores brings one of the most influential super hero films ever made: SpiderMan 2. A personal favorite of ours, this film showed the world what a super hero film could be in the 21st century years before the MCU. During this episode talk about the interpersonal connections that make this film’s themes so effective, how it compares to other films in the same genre, and why we love this film so damn much. It’s pizza time on the 17th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Issac Flores, Cynthia Li, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Well, the cornerstone of civilization isn't language, it's podcasting.” Join us this week on the pod as we discuss Denis Villeneuve’s break out hit: ARRIVAL. Starring Amy Adams and Jeremy Renner, this science fiction film follows a linguistics professor trying to understand an alien race and learn the purpose of their arrival before global tensions boil over. Selected by Cynthia Li, we talk about this film’s success in the science fiction genre, the newfound appreciation upon re-watch, and the underlying social & political message that roots itself in today’s landscape. See how many times we get off topic in Episode 16 of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Cynthia Li, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“In times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another, as if we were one single podcast!” This week we recorded our longest episode yet and we did it for one of the most deserving films to come out this year: Black Panther. Together with Jon Jewik and Hilina Kidane, we discuss how Black Panther became a box office hit, the multidimensional nature of our heroes and villains, and why this film is one of the most culturally significant films ever. Seize the throne in the 15th Episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week’s episode: Hilina Kidane, Jon Jewik, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Peter once asked me when I fell in love with the podcast. And I told him, "It was while you were sleeping.”” With Bird Box memes hitting their peak, what better way to ride the wave than with our third and final holiday film that just so happens to star Sandra Bullock: While You Were Sleeping. This 1995 romantic comedy, which just so happens to feature a New Years Eve Scene, revolves around Bullock accidentally claiming she is the future wife of a man who went into a coma, but as luck would have it, the man of her dreams isn’t all that ideal. On our 14th episode, we talk about the unique premise, the chemistry between Bullock and co-star Bill Pullman, and what makes this rom-com stand out from all the rest. Give a listen to our New Years episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this week’s episode: Louie Ghalib, Sierra Stella and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
“Yippie-Ki-Yay, Podcaster!” It’s December 24th, so what better film to talk about than one that takes place on Christmas Eve: DIE HARD. Our second episode in our Holiday Series is all about John McTiernan’s 1988 action-packed classic that doubles as one of the best holiday films around. We discuss the economical leanness of the film’s script, the action icon that is John McClane, and why this film is without a doubt a Christmas movie. Welcome to the party on the 13th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast! Now on Spotify!
On this week’s episode: Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Listen to the podcast. High fiber." On our first of three Holiday episodes, former club president Jamie Housen guest stars to talk about Tim Burton’s 1992 superhero classic: Batman Returns! When the superhero genre was still in its infancy, Burton made two Batman films that set the stage for the genre we know today. In this episode, we talk about how this film compares to modern superhero films, the terrific performances from an all star cast, and why Gotham let three deranged individuals dressed up like animals run a muck in their city. Get in the holiday spirit with our 12th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!
On this week’s episode: Jamie Housen, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Favor is a breeze that shifts direction all the time, then in an instant you're back listening to scabrous podcasts." This week Cynthia Li, Sabrina Pearson, and Ivy Pottinger-Glass sit down to discuss Yorgos Lanthimos' latest film: The Favourite. Set in the early 18th century, this dark comedy period piece follows the real life events of Queen Anne as her long time friend and a servant compete for her favor. We discuss the film's use of classic Lanthimos humor, its unique visual style, and what the film's award potential may be on this week's episode so drop a listen now!
On this week's episode: Cynthia Li, Sabrina Pearson, Ivy Pottinger-Glass, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"If my best friend hides his podcast from me then what else is he hiding from me, and why does that make me feel so alone?" This week Ty Gouveia brings one of the most unique films to come out of 2016: Swiss Army Man. Together with Louie, the two talk about the film's unique premise, its great use of humor, and how the film manages to make farting actually funny. Give a listen to our tenth episode now!
On this week's episode: Ty Gouveia, and Louie Ghalib.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"First they sent in drugs, then they sent guns, and now they're sending podcasts in to kill us. They don't care man." Join us this week as Thomas Lin introduces us to Joe Cornish's 2011 gem: Attack the Block. In this episode, we talk about the underlying social commentary in this action sci-fi comedy plus the charismatic bunch of kids at the center of it all who really help elevate the film. Anything can happen in the Block, so drop a listen now!
On this week's episode: Thomas Lin, Greg Arietta, and Louie Ghalib.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
"Mmmm, that is a tasty podcast." This week, Ryan Circelli selects one of the all time greats: Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction. For a film as prolific (and quotable) as this, we discuss our favorite scenes, what makes this piece of art so universally loved, and how Tarantino's signature touches have inspired so many other films since. Zed's dead in this edition of this edition of the UW Film Club Podcast!
On this week's episode: Ryan Circelli, Greg Arietta, Louie Ghalib, and Sierra Stella.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
So for this week, I wanted to give Robbie and Cecilia the podcast they lost out on in life. Join us as Stephanie Chuang brings one of her favorite films of all time: Atonement. This melodramatic tale follows Robbie and Cecilia: two lovers who become separated when Ceilia's younger sister, Briony, falsely accuses Robbie of a serious crime. Bring the tissues because this episode is all about one of the saddest movies we've ever seen!
On this week's episode: Stephanie Chuang, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
You wouldn't trade this podcast for anybody else's podcast! This week, Louie, Greg, and Ivy discuss Jonah Hill's directorial debut: Mid90s -- a coming of age film about a boy named Stevie who joins a group of skaters in the wake of a troubled home life. This week in particular is extra special because we not only host the usual round table discussion, but we also have an interview with the cast of the film! Give a listen to our thoughts and theirs now!
On this week's episode: Ivy Pottinger-Glass, Louie Ghalib, Greg Arietta
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
Get ready for Halloween with an extra spooky episode of the UW Film Club Podcast as Hank Showalter brings The Evil Within onto the show! In it, we talk about the surreal elements that have been described as "David Lynch meets Tommy Wiseau" as well as the truly bizarre backstory of the film's production. Give a listen now!
On this week’s episode: Hank Showalter, Louie Ghalib, Sierra Stella, and Greg Arietta
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
You gotta use your podcasting voice! Join us this week as Jim Saunders brings the crazy social commentary film from earlier this year, Sorry to Bother You! We talk about Boots Riley's directorial debut, its unique take on social issues, and how it manages to hold itself together despite the wild, yet all too real, premise!
On this week’s episode: Jim Saunders, Louie Ghalib, and Greg Arietta
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
Repeat after me. Pepper. Waiter, there is too much pepper on my paprikash. But I would be proud to partake of your weekly podcast. This week UW Film Club co-president Sierra Stella brings her favorite film, When Harry Met Sally, a movie that posits that men and women can’t be friends and wonderfully proves itself wrong. Written by the legendary Norah Ephron, it is indisputably one of the best romantic comedies ever made. You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW, and you can tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
Are you ready to be a real human being? Join us this week as we dive deep into Louie Ghalib's pick: Drive. Nicolas Winding Refn's cult hit tracks a silent getaway driver who is looking to get out of the game, but after a heist gone wrong, he'll be lucky if he gets out alive. We discuss it all in our second episode of the UW Film Club Podcast
On this week's episode: Louie Ghalib, Greg Arietta, and Sierra Stella
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW, and you can tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!
God dammit, Janice! How much longer does this podcast need to go on? What else do you need to hear? This week UW Film Club co-president Greg Arietta brings the film Book of Henry to the podcast. It tells the story of a whiz kid named Henry, his neighbor suffering from abuse, his sudden death, and his mom's choice to carry on his legacy by murdering the abuser using Henry's meticulous plan. We discuss (okay, criticize) it for a long time because there's just a lot going on in this movie to keep it sub one hour.
You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW, and you can tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!