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Screen SlurpsThe Lost City (2022)This week's episode is all about searching for a lost city...literally! We're taking a look at the brand new film 'The Lost City'. Directed by Adam and Aaron Nee, 'The Lost City' is all about action thrills while still keeping comedy lines first hand. With Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum front and center, the film has a promise to deliver on with such talented actors and actresses. Does the film follow through with great appeal? Or does it leave us all still wondering whether we'll ever find the wonders of the lost city? We...
2022-11-281h 09Screen SlurpsThe Lost City (2022)This week's episode is all about searching for a lost city...literally! We're taking a look at the brand new film 'The Lost City'. Directed by Adam and Aaron Nee, 'The Lost City' is all about action thrills while still keeping comedy lines first hand. With Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum front and center, the film has a promise to deliver on with such talented actors and actresses. Does the film follow through with great appeal? Or does it leave us all still wondering whether we'll ever find the wonders of the lost city? We...
2022-11-281h 09Screen SlurpsDrive My Car (2021)This episode Adam and Laura talk all about the 2021 international drama film "Drive My Car"! A film that was recently nominated for 4 Academy Awards (and walked away with one of them!), "Drive My Car" is based on the short story entitled the same name that was written by Haruki Murakami. The film directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi features numerous languages, ideas, and performances in its writing that will keep your mind open throughout the film. We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: Drive My Car tells the story of Yûsuke Kafuku, a...
2022-04-1159 minScreen SlurpsDrive My Car (2021)This episode Adam and Laura talk all about the 2021 international drama film "Drive My Car"! A film that was recently nominated for 4 Academy Awards (and walked away with one of them!), "Drive My Car" is based on the short story entitled the same name that was written by Haruki Murakami. The film directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi features numerous languages, ideas, and performances in its writing that will keep your mind open throughout the film. We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: Drive My Car tells the story of Yûsuke Kafuku, a...
2022-04-1159 minScreen SlurpsDune (2021)This episode Adam and Laura talk all about the 2021 sci-fi film "Dune"! A film featuring a box office rocking lineup of actors, "Dune" is based on the classic novel written by Frank Herbert. The film showcases music, sets, and performances that will... should we say... take you to another world! We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and...
2022-03-221h 05Screen SlurpsDune (2021)This episode Adam and Laura talk all about the 2021 sci-fi film "Dune"! A film featuring a box office rocking lineup of actors, "Dune" is based on the classic novel written by Frank Herbert. The film showcases music, sets, and performances that will... should we say... take you to another world! We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and...
2022-03-221h 05Screen SlurpsNightmare Alley (2021)This week we're talking all about the brand new film that takes us into the rollercoaster mindset of working in a classic carnival in the brand new film directed by Guillermo Del Toro, "Nightmare Alley". A film with waves of personalities throughout, "Nightmare Alley" showcases some glamorous production design, classic film noir elements, and actors and actresses you don't want to miss. We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: In 1940s New York, down-on-his-luck Stanton Carlisle endears himself to a clairvoyant and her mentalist husband at a traveling carnival. Using...
2022-03-011h 07Screen SlurpsSooryavanshi (2021)This week we're diving into a Bollywood film that the two of us knew absolutely nothing about going into, "Sooryavanshi"! An action packed film that is the 4th film of a popular series, "Sooryavanshi" finds its way around through ups and downs of action, thriller, and even comedic genre elements in the film. We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: A Mumbai cop pulls out all the stops to ensure the conspiracy that is about to attack his city is intercepted.
2022-02-2147 minScreen SlurpsThe Master of Disguise (2002)This episode is all about the comedic film you never saw coming, "The Master of Disguise"! A film that was written by and stars classic Saturday Night Live comedian Dana Carvey, "The Master of Disguise" showcases Carvey's ability to impersonate others. But does it truly do much more than that? We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Film summary: An Italian waiter fights off a criminal mastermind with his inherited powers of disguise.
2022-02-1545 minScreen SlurpsThe Tragedy of Macbeth (2021)This episode focuses on the all new film "The Tragedy of Macbeth"! Directed by Joel Coen, "The Tragedy of Macbeth" is a film adaptation of the famous play "Macbeth" written by William Shakespeare. Unlike many film adaptations of famous Shakespeare plays, "The Tragedy of Macbeth" still seems to find ways to keep it visually and audibly like a theatrical experience. We discuss this in more detail on this episode! Film summary: A Scottish lord becomes convinced by a trio of witches that he will become the next King of Scotland. His ambitious wife will do a...
2022-02-0746 minScreen SlurpsThe Godfather (1972)We're gonna make you and offer you can't refuse with our review of the famous classic film "The Godfather"! Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, "The Godfather" has become a staple for filmmakers and an influence for many. For its 50th anniversary this year we discuss some of the highlights of the film and what really makes this film stand out among others. Film summary: Widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, this mob drama, based on Mario Puzo's novel of the same name, focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family of D...
2022-01-311h 00Screen SlurpsStree (2018)On this episode, Adam and Laura take it back to talk all about the 2018 film "Stree". Directed by Amar Kaushik, "Stree" is a mysterious Bollywood drama based upon the Rayalaseema legend of the 80's known as Oh Stree Repu Ra. Film summary: In the town of Chanderi, legend tells of a mysterious woman who abducts men during festivals, leaving only their clothes behind. A group of friends set out to solve the mystery.
2022-01-2440 minScreen SlurpsStree (2018)On this episode, Adam and Laura take it back to talk all about the 2018 film "Stree". Directed by Amar Kaushik, "Stree" is a mysterious Bollywood drama based upon the Rayalaseema legend of the 80's known as Oh Stree Repu Ra. Film summary: In the town of Chanderi, legend tells of a mysterious woman who abducts men during festivals, leaving only their clothes behind. A group of friends set out to solve the mystery.
2022-01-2440 minScreen SlurpsDon't Look Up (2021)This week on Screen Slurps! We're taking one look at the end of the world in the all new film "Don't Look Up"! Written and directed by Adam McKay, "Don't Look Up" features an all star cast containing stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill, and Jennifer Lawrence to name a few. Film summary: Two low-level astronomers must go on a giant media tour to warn mankind of an approaching comet that will destroy planet Earth.
2022-01-1750 minScreen SlurpsDon't Look Up (2021)This week on Screen Slurps! We're taking one look at the end of the world in the all new film "Don't Look Up"! Written and directed by Adam McKay, "Don't Look Up" features an all star cast containing stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill, and Jennifer Lawrence to name a few. Film summary: Two low-level astronomers must go on a giant media tour to warn mankind of an approaching comet that will destroy planet Earth.
2022-01-1750 minScreen SlurpsMars Attacks! (1996)On this weeks episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1996 film "Mars Attacks!" Directed by Tim Burton, "Mars Attacks!" features an ensemble cast that includes Jack Nicholson, Pierce Brosnan, Glenn Close, Natalie Portman, Annette Bening, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael J. Fox, and many more. Film summary: Earth is invaded by Martians with unbeatable weapons and a cruel sense of humor.
2021-10-1142 minScreen SlurpsMars Attacks! (1996)On this weeks episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1996 film "Mars Attacks!" Directed by Tim Burton, "Mars Attacks!" features an ensemble cast that includes Jack Nicholson, Pierce Brosnan, Glenn Close, Natalie Portman, Annette Bening, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael J. Fox, and many more. Film summary: Earth is invaded by Martians with unbeatable weapons and a cruel sense of humor.
2021-10-1142 minScreen SlurpsThe Player (1992)On this weeks episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1992 film "The Player". Directed by Robert Altman, "The Player" features Tim Robbins, Greta Scacchi, Peter Gallagher, Fred Ward, and Whoopi Goldberg. Film summary: A Hollywood studio executive is being sent death threats by a writer whose script he rejected, but which one?
2021-09-2852 minScreen SlurpsThe Player (1992)On this weeks episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1992 film "The Player". Directed by Robert Altman, "The Player" features Tim Robbins, Greta Scacchi, Peter Gallagher, Fred Ward, and Whoopi Goldberg. Film summary: A Hollywood studio executive is being sent death threats by a writer whose script he rejected, but which one?
2021-09-2852 minScreen SlurpsThe Master (2012)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 2012 drama film "The Master". Written and Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, "The Master" features Joaquin Phoenix, Phillip Seymour Hoffman, and Amy Adams. Film summary: A Naval veteran arrives home from war unsettled and uncertain of his future - until he is tantalized by the Cause and its charismatic leader.
2021-09-1555 minScreen SlurpsThe Master (2012)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 2012 drama film "The Master". Written and Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, "The Master" features Joaquin Phoenix, Phillip Seymour Hoffman, and Amy Adams. Film summary: A Naval veteran arrives home from war unsettled and uncertain of his future - until he is tantalized by the Cause and its charismatic leader.
2021-09-1555 minScreen SlurpsMoulin Rouge! (2001)On this episode, we're joined by our friend and fellow film nerd Amanda Martin, to talk all about the 2001 musical/drama "Moulin Rouge!" Directed by Baz Luhrmann, "Moulin Rouge!" has been a staple in the musical film community for years, a winner of numerous awards, and still a movie people continue to bring up throughout conversations today. Film Summary: A poet falls for a beautiful courtesan whom a jealous duke covets.
2021-09-0757 minScreen SlurpsOm Shanti Om (2007)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 2007 Bollywood romantic comedy "Om Shanti Om". Directed by Farah Khan, "Om Shanti Om" features Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Arjune Rampal. Film summary: In the 1970s, Om, an aspiring actor, is murdered, but is immediately reincarnated into the present day. He attempts to discover the mystery of his demise and find Shanti, the love of his previous life.
2021-09-011h 03Screen SlurpsOm Shanti Om (2007)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 2007 Bollywood romantic comedy "Om Shanti Om". Directed by Farah Khan, "Om Shanti Om" features Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Arjune Rampal. Film summary: In the 1970s, Om, an aspiring actor, is murdered, but is immediately reincarnated into the present day. He attempts to discover the mystery of his demise and find Shanti, the love of his previous life.
2021-09-011h 03Screen SlurpsChaos Walking (2021)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the all new 2021 movie "Chaos Walking". Directed by Doug Liman, "Chaos Walking" features Tom Holland, Daisy Ridley, Mads Mikkelsen, and Nick Jonas. Film summary: Two unlikely companions embark on a perilous adventure through the badlands of an unexplored planet as they try to escape a dangerous and disorienting reality where all thoughts are seen and heard by everyone.
2021-08-2345 minScreen SlurpsChaos Walking (2021)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the all new 2021 movie "Chaos Walking". Directed by Doug Liman, "Chaos Walking" features Tom Holland, Daisy Ridley, Mads Mikkelsen, and Nick Jonas. Film summary: Two unlikely companions embark on a perilous adventure through the badlands of an unexplored planet as they try to escape a dangerous and disorienting reality where all thoughts are seen and heard by everyone.
2021-08-2345 minScreen SlurpsThe Secret of NIMH (1982)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1982 animated movie "The Secret of NIMH". Directed by Don Bluth, "The Secret of NIMH" follows the character Mrs. Brisby, a field mouse who must save her ill son, and seeks the aid of a colony of rats, with whom she has a deeper link than she ever suspected.
2021-08-161h 03Screen SlurpsThe Secret of NIMH (1982)On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1982 animated movie "The Secret of NIMH". Directed by Don Bluth, "The Secret of NIMH" follows the character Mrs. Brisby, a field mouse who must save her ill son, and seeks the aid of a colony of rats, with whom she has a deeper link than she ever suspected.
2021-08-161h 03Screen SlurpsThe Beast (1988)No better way to describe this film than to say it is a BEAST! On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1988 movie "The Beast". Directed by Kevin Reynolds, "The Beast" follows a Soviet tank and its crew in an Afghan valley with a group of vengeance-seeking rebels on their tracks.
2021-08-1059 minScreen SlurpsThe Beast (1988)No better way to describe this film than to say it is a BEAST! On this episode, Adam and Laura discuss the 1988 movie "The Beast". Directed by Kevin Reynolds, "The Beast" follows a Soviet tank and its crew in an Afghan valley with a group of vengeance-seeking rebels on their tracks.
2021-08-1059 minScreen SlurpsBareilly Ki Barfi (2017)On this week's episode! Adam and guest host Laura discuss the ins and outs of the 2017 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film "Bareilly Ki Barfi", directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari. Film summary: Bitti Mishra is a bohemian Bareilly girl who falls deeply in love with Pritam Vidrohi, an author because she admires his progressive way of thinking. Finding him though proves to be as hard as looking for a needle in the haystack. So Bitti seeks the help of the local printing press-owner, Chirag Dubey on her journey of love.
2021-08-0252 minScreen SlurpsBareilly Ki Barfi (2017)On this week's episode! Adam and guest host Laura discuss the ins and outs of the 2017 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film "Bareilly Ki Barfi", directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari. Film summary: Bitti Mishra is a bohemian Bareilly girl who falls deeply in love with Pritam Vidrohi, an author because she admires his progressive way of thinking. Finding him though proves to be as hard as looking for a needle in the haystack. So Bitti seeks the help of the local printing press-owner, Chirag Dubey on her journey of love.
2021-08-0252 minScreen SlurpsSpace Jam: A New Legacy (2021)Come on and slam... into some brand new content! "Space Jam: A New Legacy" is the sequel to the cult classic movie that many have grown to love. Although it once featured NBA all-star Michael Jordan with the Looney Tunes, and is now featuring LeBron James playing basketball with them, does this change really make or break the new film? We discuss this and more on this episode.
2021-07-2654 minScreen SlurpsScanners (1981)Time to get your brain checked! This episode, Adam and Laura talk all about the 1981 sci-fi film "Scanners", directed by David Cronenberg. Film synopsis: Scanners are men and women born with incredible telepathic and telekinetic powers. There are many who exercise the benefits of their special gifts in a safe and judicious manner. However, there is a group of renegade scanners who plan to create a race that will rule the world.
2021-07-191h 06Screen SlurpsScanners (1981)Time to get your brain checked! This episode, Adam and Laura talk all about the 1981 sci-fi film "Scanners", directed by David Cronenberg. Film synopsis: Scanners are men and women born with incredible telepathic and telekinetic powers. There are many who exercise the benefits of their special gifts in a safe and judicious manner. However, there is a group of renegade scanners who plan to create a race that will rule the world.
2021-07-191h 06Screen SlurpsNo Sudden Move (2021)This week is the start of our first in person and non virtual episode recording! Adam talks with his girlfriend Laura about the brand new film "No Sudden Move" directed by Steven Soderbergh. The film features an all star cast that includes Don Cheadle, Benicio del Toro, Brendan Fraser, Jon Hamm, Julia Fox, Noah Jupe, Ray Liotta, David Harbour, and many more. Film summary: In 1954 Detroit, small-time criminals are hired to steal a document. When their heist goes horribly wrong, their search for who hired them -- and for what purpose - sends them wending through all e...
2021-07-1254 minScreen SlurpsNo Sudden Move (2021)This week is the start of our first in person and non virtual episode recording! Adam talks with his girlfriend Laura about the brand new film "No Sudden Move" directed by Steven Soderbergh. The film features an all star cast that includes Don Cheadle, Benicio del Toro, Brendan Fraser, Jon Hamm, Julia Fox, Noah Jupe, Ray Liotta, David Harbour, and many more. Film summary: In 1954 Detroit, small-time criminals are hired to steal a document. When their heist goes horribly wrong, their search for who hired them -- and for what purpose - sends them wending through all e...
2021-07-1254 minScreen SlurpsDhoom 2 (2006)After our review of the first Dhoom film, we felt we had to learn more about the series and what continued to develop with "Dhoom 2"! In "Dhoom 2", Jai Dixit (Abhishek Bachchan), Ali Khan (Uday Chopra) and Sonali Bose (Bipasha Basu), three Indian police officers in Mumbai, join forces to bring down the criminal, Aryan (Hrithik Roshan) or more commonly known as "Mr. A". Little do they know the difficulty of their task, for Aryan has formed a partnership with the beautiful thief, Sunehri (Aishwarya Rai).
2021-07-051h 30Screen SlurpsDhoom (2004)Hop on your motorcycle and get rolling with the high speed comedy thriller "Dhoom"! Directed by Sanjay Gadhvi, "Dhoom" tells the story of a gang of robbers on hi-tech motorbikes, led by the charismatic Kabir, sweeping through Mumbai, outwitting the police at every turn. We cover the ins and outs of what makes "Dhoom" stand out from the rest on this week's episode!
2021-06-281h 04Screen SlurpsIn The Heights (2021)This episode covers the ins and outs of the all new film "In The Heights" directed by Jon Chu, and based on the original stage musical of the same name created by Quiara Alegría Hudes and Lin-Manuel Miranda. In Washington Heights, N.Y., the scent of warm coffee hangs in the air just outside of the 181st St. subway stop, where a kaleidoscope of dreams rallies a vibrant and tight-knit community. At the intersection of it all is a likable and magnetic bodega owner who hopes, imagines and sings about a better life. The fi...
2021-06-211h 23Screen SlurpsOxygen (2021)Hold up! This episode may just take your breath away as we talk all about the brand new French-language sci-fi thriller movie "Oxygen". Directed by Alexandre Aja, "Oxygen" follows a woman who wakes up in a cryogenic chamber with no recollection of how she got there, and she must find a way out before running out of air. The film features Mélanie Laurent, Mathieu Amalric, and Malik Zidi.
2021-06-141h 10Screen SlurpsChristmas Twister (2012)It's a twister, it's a twister!!!... for the holiday season! This episode we're taking a look at one of the biggest (dare we say) natural disasters, "Christmas Twister". "Christmas Twister" tells the tale of a massive storm system sprouting several severe tornadoes that are heading for the Fort Worth area in Texas. Of course the main character has to find his kids in the middle of the giant twister happening! So hold onto your butt cause there's a storm coming your way right here on this episode!
2021-06-0754 minScreen Slurps500 Days of Summer (2009)"This is a story of boy meets girl". On this week's episode we are featuring special guest Charly Williams to talk all about the ins and outs of relationships as we take a look at one of the most famous indie film relationships between the characters Tom Hansen and Summer Finn of the movie "500 Days of Summer". It's all about diving into the good, the bad, and raising the question of just how well this movie still holds up today.
2021-05-311h 47Screen SlurpsCharming (2018)What in the world do you do when you're JUST way too charming? Prince Phillipe Charming may have all the answers in the animated film "Charming" starring Wilmer Valderrama and Demi Lovato. Directed by Ross Venokur, "Charming" tells the tale of a prince whom was cursed with a spell that makes every woman fall in love with him when they see him. Prince Charming can only break the spell if he finds his true love. We discuss the ins, the outs, and all the charm of "Charming" in this episode!
2021-05-2455 minScreen SlurpsMa Rainey's Black Bottom (2020)We cover the high tensions of the recent drama/musical film "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom"! Directed by George C. Wolfe, "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" focuses on Ma Rainey, an influential blues singer, and showcases a turbulent recording session in 1920s Chicago with her backing band. We discuss all the details in this episode!
2021-05-171h 11Screen SlurpsThe Father (2020)This week we're taking a look at the Academy Award nominated film for Best Picture, and winner for Best Adapted Screenplay, "The Father". Directed by Florian Zeller, in his directorial debut, "The Father" follows an aging man who must deal with his progressing memory loss. Based on Zeller's 2012 play "Le Père", we discuss the depth and realism of life shown throughout the progression of the movie.
2021-05-101h 13Screen SlurpsLagaan (2001)On this episode we talk all about the very memorable Bollywood film "Lagaan". The film stars Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh, Rachel Shelley, and Paul Blackthorne. "Lagaan" tells a story of a small village in India, whose inhabitants, burdened by high taxes, and several years of drought, find themselves in an extraordinary situation as an arrogant British army officer challenges them to a game of cricket, as a wager to avoid paying the taxes they owe.
2021-05-031h 13Screen SlurpsPromising Young Woman (2020)On this episode we're talking all about one of the 2021 Oscar nominees for Best Picture and winner of Best Original Screenplay: "Promising Young Woman", starring Carey Mulligan and Bo Burnham. Directed by Emerald Fennell, "Promising Young Woman" is a comedy thriller that really raises the bar when it comes to depicting gender roles in a film. We discuss how the movie displays itself to raise questions for viewers, how closely the movie relates to daily life, and more.
2021-04-261h 25Screen SlurpsMinari (2020)This episode we welcome special guest Clark Pavlik to talk with us about the all new drama film "Minari". Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, "Minari" follows a family of South Korean immigrants who try to make it in the rural United States during the 1980s. A semi-autobiographical take on Chung's own upbringing, we talk about what was used in the film stylistically to help it really stand out among other movies this past year.
2021-04-191h 15Screen SlurpsBlue Velvet (1986)On this episode we're talking all about the cult classic mystery thriller "Blue Velvet". Directed by David Lynch, "Blue Velvet" is now widely regarded as one of Lynch's major works and one of the greatest films of the 1980s. But could the content be deemed too graphic for contemporary audiences? We cover this and more!
2021-04-121h 03Screen SlurpsSome Like It Hot (1959)We're talking all about the classic romantic comedy "Some Like It Hot"! Written and directed by Billy Wilder, "Some Like It Hot" features Marilyn Monroe in one of her acclaimed Hollywood roles. The film follows two musicians who dress in drag in order to escape from mafia gangsters. Would this film be seen the same way today as it was first seen in the 1950s? We discuss that and more on this episode.
2021-04-051h 23Screen SlurpsBarfi! (2012)On this episode we welcome back special guest Roshan Poojary to talk all about the popular Indian Hindi-language film "Barfi!". Directed by Anurag Basu, "Barfi!" is the story of three young people who learn that love can neither be defined nor contained by society's norms of normal and abnormal.
2021-03-291h 13Screen SlurpsRose Island (2020)Can you imagine making an island your own country!? This episode is all about the 2020 Italian film "Rose Island" directed by Sydney Sibilia. Based on a true story, "Rose Island" unravels the story of Giorgio Rosa in his attempt to establish an island he built in international waters as its own country.
2021-03-2257 minScreen SlurpsTrain to Busan (2016)What do you do when a zombie apocalypse hits?! You try to escape (by train)! "Train to Busan" is a horror/thriller film directed by Yeon Sang-ho that showcases a fast moving story and action filled plot. We talk all about what makes this movie stand out on this week's episode!
2021-03-151h 01Screen SlurpsNomadland (2020)This week we cover a brand new film about taking life on the road! Written and directed by Chloé Zhao, "Nomadland" is the story of a woman in her sixties who, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad.
2021-03-081h 11Screen SlurpsJudas and the Black Messiah (2021)Directed by Shaka King, "Judas and the Black Messiah" is a biographical drama about the betrayal of Fred Hampton and the Black Panther Party in the late 1960s. As an FBI Informant, William O'Neil set everything up for the government. But why all the hatred? Why would the government act this way? Some of the questions we ask and discuss in this episode.
2021-03-011h 14Screen Slurps3 Idiots (2009)All is well! On this episode we're joined by special guest Roshan Poojary to talk all about the famous Bollwood film "3 Idiots". The movie highlights actor Aamir Khan's performance (along with MANY other incredible actors and actresses), and stands out for its eccentric variety of stylistic choices. Why don't more people talk about this film? Will other films ever follow a direction quite like this? We talk all about this and more this week!
2021-02-221h 20Screen SlurpsThe Personal History of David Copperfield (2019)We've all wanted to know the life and history of David Copperfield have we not!? Based on the famous Charles Dickens novel, "The Personal History of David Copperfield" helps tell the tale in ways that only director Armando Iannucci could've imagined. We cover the story, the style, the ups, and downs on this week's episode.
2021-02-151h 05Screen SlurpsSpree (2020)From Stranger Things fame actor Joe Keery stars in the all new film "Spree", a dark comedy that goes to show the extreme things some people will do all for an extra like or subscribe online. And by extreme things, we mean this main character is CRAZY! It's wild, it's unexpected, and we talk all about it on this episode!
2021-02-081h 27Screen SlurpsRear Window (1954)Take a picture and make it last forever! We take a look at the thrilling classic "Rear Window", directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The movie follows a recuperating news photographer who believes he has witnessed a murder, all while confined to the wheelchair in his apartment. We look at how the movie compares to some of Hitchcock's other works, and what makes it stand out among the pack.
2021-02-011h 05Screen SlurpsSound of Metal (2020)A film that has garnered critical acclaim this past year, "Sound of Metal" takes a deep look at the topic of hearing loss. Directed by Darius Marder, the movie follows a drummer named Ruben (played by Riz Ahmed) who begins to lose his hearing, and how he works through and begins to cope with it.
2021-01-251h 04Screen SlurpsMank (2020)This week we're taking a look at the brand new film "Mank", directed by David Fincher. The movie is written as a biographical drama of Herman J. Mankiewicz, an alcoholic screenwriter working in 1930s Hollywood racing to finish "Citizen Kane." We discuss how this film stands out among the pack, along with the ups and downs in Hollywood history.
2021-01-181h 05Screen SlurpsSoul (2020)What is it exactly that makes each of us who we are? Do you ever wonder where your passion, your dreams and your interests come from? This week we take a look at the new film "Dreams" developed by Pixar Animation Studios. A journey from the streets of New York City leads to the cosmic realms to discover the answers to life's most important questions.
2021-01-111h 08Screen SlurpsElf (2003)Directed by Jon Favreau, "Elf" is a family Christmas film that has become one of the most referenced holiday movies of our current generation. But, what is it that makes this film so memorable? We talk about the comedy, production, and some of what went in to making this film on this week's episode!
2021-01-041h 35Screen SlurpsNational Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)There's no vacation like a Christmas vacation! "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" is a comedy film that centers around the Griswold family and their large Christmas celebration where everything they would expect to go right goes wrong! And after the many years that have passed since this films release does it still seem like a Christmas classic? We cover that question and more in this weeks episode!
2020-12-211h 34Screen SlurpsDie Hard (1988)Yippee ki yay! This week we're covering the 1988 holiday classic "Die Hard" where buildings blow up, robberies ensue, and Bruce Willis lets us know the best way to win a fight is with a sense of humor! We cover just what went into making this film the memorable movie it is today!
2020-12-141h 26Screen SlurpsHome Alone (1990)Happy Holidays from the Screen Slurps! And this month be safe and make sure you don't stay HOME ALONE! That's right, this week we're covering the 1990 classic "Home Alone" starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, and Catherine O'Hara. This film has become a holiday standard for many families and we dive into all the details!
2020-12-071h 33Screen SlurpsRoad to Perdition (2002)Directed by Sam Mendes, "Road to Perdition" was a career staple for a handful of todays famous actors. Yet many people have never seen (or even heard of) the film at all! This week we talk with guest Jeff Loehrke about filmmaking, motion graphics, and the highlights that this film helped inspire into his own work.
2020-11-301h 31Screen SlurpsSpice World (1997)Tell us what you want, what you really really want! This week we're talking all about the pop girl group, Spice Girls, and their 1990's feature film entitled "Spice World". Will this film really spice up your life? We cover all the pros and cons in the world of spice on this week's episode.
2020-11-231h 14Screen SlurpsTenet (2020)Cinema is still alive! This week we talk about the pros and cons of traveling through time in the brand new film, "Tenet", directed by Christopher Nolan. We're also stoked to be joined by Chicago film director, Matthew Weinstein, to discuss his brand new film release, "A Missed Connection". All that and more on this week's episode!
2020-11-161h 38Screen SlurpsHoney, I Shrunk the Kids (1989)In these crazy times we're shrinking back to the classics, LITERALLY! "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" is a comedy that taught us all to be careful with our inventions or else we could end up shrinking a whole family (or two). The film stars Rick Moranis, Marcia Strassman, Amy O'Neill, Robert Oliveri, Matt Frewer, and Thomas Wilson Brown.
2020-11-091h 15Screen SlurpsOn the Rocks (2020)This week we're taking a look at the all new comedy-drama film "On the Rocks" featuring Bill Murray and Rashida Jones. Written and directed by Sofia Coppola, this movie really had us wondering about the characters and the motivation behind the story. Was the script inspired by personal experiences? How can we relate to the film? We discuss this and more. The film stars Bill Murray, Rashida Jones, Marlon Wayans, Jessica Henwick, and Jenny Slate.
2020-11-021h 15Screen SlurpsThe Silence of the Lambs (1991)Hello Clarice! It's the final week of our SPOOKY MOVIE MONTH and we wanted to dive into a horror film known and discussed by many! Directed by Jonathan Demme, "The Silence of the Lambs" helped turn the genre on its head and even swept its way to winning 5 Academy Awards in 1992. The film stars Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Ted Levine, Brooke Smith, and Scott Glenn.
2020-10-261h 05Screen SlurpsScream (1996)For week three of our SPOOKY MOVIE MONTH we made sure we'd talk all about a scary movie that makes everyone... wait for it... SCREAM! That's right, "Scream" is an iconic horror film for its witty writing and memorable antagonist known as "Ghostface". We discuss what helped make this movie stand out during its time and how it continues to be one of the main horror films everyone continues to go back to.
2020-10-191h 31Screen SlurpsHereditary (2018)It's the second week of Screen Slurps' SPOOKY MOVIE MONTH and things are getting extra scary! This week we take a look at director Ari Aster's debut feature film 'Hereditary' and talk about what makes this film memorable...and keeps you from going to bed at night. The film stars Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro, Alex Wolff, Gabriel Byrne, and Ann Dowd.
2020-10-121h 21Screen SlurpsHocus Pocus (1993)It's time for the Screen Slurps SPOOKY MOVIE MONTH! What better way to start the season than with a Disney cult classic. 'Hocus Pocus' follows the story of a teenager who upon exploring an abandoned house accidentally frees a coven of witches (trust me this film is hysterical). We talk about the film first opening to poor reviews, its turnaround of fans, and what we thought overall. Featuring special guest Lizzie Jassin! Starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz, and Thora Birch.
2020-10-051h 10Screen SlurpsDangal (2016)Based upon a true story, 'Dangal' is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language biographical sports drama film and we are so happy to be talking all about it this episode! After all, the movie was a record-breaking commercial success, becoming the highest grossing Indian film ever, the fifth highest grossing non-English film ever, and the highest-grossing sports film worldwide. The film features Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Zaira Wasim, and Sanya Malhotra.
2020-09-281h 29Screen SlurpsNetwork (1976)This week we're taking things back to the 70's for a film classic we've all been quoting whether we realize it or not! The famous line "I'M AS MAD AS HELL, AND I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE THIS ANYMORE!" caught spark in the film 'Network' and has stuck around with audiences since its theatrical release. Directed by Sidney Lumet, the film features Peter Finch, William Holden, Faye Dunaway, Robert Duvall, Beatrice Straight, and Ned Beatty.
2020-09-211h 23Screen SlurpsBill & Ted Face the Music (2020)The best time to be is now, and all's we can say is... let's rock AGAIN! Bill and Ted are bringing it back this year with their brand new sequel 'Bill & Ted Face the Music' and we are so happy to be reviewing it this week with the very talented Chicago improv comedian Keenan Camp! The film features Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, William Sadler, Kristen Schaal, Anthony Carrigan, Samara Weaving, and Brigette Lundy-Paine.
2020-09-141h 31Screen SlurpsProject Power (2020)The all new movie 'Project Power' forces us to remember we should never take a bunch of drugs we really don't know much about. Especially the ones that give us unpredictable superpowers! Directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman this sci-fi/thriller stars Jamie Foxx, Joseph Gordon-Levit, Dominique Fishback, and Machine Gun Kelly.
2020-09-071h 17Screen SlurpsFantastic Mr. Fox (2009)Are you cussing with me?! This week we're taking a look at the 2009 animated film 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' directed by Wes Anderson with our guest on the show Jay Kistler. The film features George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, and Owen Wilson.
2020-08-311h 05Screen SlurpsAtonement (2007)This episode we are joined by special guest Colleen Mleziva! Colleen has worked on numerous films including 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier', 'Captain Marvel', 'The Fate of the Furious', and numerous others. This week we talk about the 2007 romantic war drama 'Atonement' and just what helped make this films production stand out.
2020-08-241h 18Screen SlurpsPulp Fiction (1994)The 1994 cult classic 'Pulp Fiction' helped make Quentin Tarantino a household name as a popular film director. And this was only his second feature film! As a one of a kind crime drama for its time, we talk about the films production and some of the reasons why people still talk about 'Pulp Fiction' today.
2020-08-171h 32Screen SlurpsEmpire of the Sun (1987)Have you ever wondered where Christian Bale's acting career really began? This week is all about history as we look back on the coming-of-age/war film 'Empire of the Sun' directed by Steven Spielberg.
2020-08-101h 14Screen SlurpsEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)We're joined by special guest Julie Merica this week to talk about the 2004 romantic thriller 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind'! Directed by Michel Gondry, the film explores the nature of memory and romantic love. So, in a world where we could pay to forget all about past experiences that don't end well, would we do it? We talk about this and more.
2020-08-031h 21Screen SlurpsPalm Springs (2020)If you had to relive the same day over again for the rest of your life how would you do it? This week we're talking all about director Max Barbakow's latest release 'Palm Springs' featuring Andy Samberg, Cristin Milioti, Camila Mendes, and JK Simmons.
2020-07-271h 02Screen SlurpsJurassic Park (1993)Hold on to your butts because dino-class is in session! Our special guest this week Brent Winzek, creator of Space Cadets Radio, joins us to discuss the ins and outs of 'Jurassic Park' and just why it is his favorite film of all time.
2020-07-201h 32Screen SlurpsSuper Mario Bros. (1993)The princess may be in another castle, but we didn't think it would look like this! This week we talk about the 1993 adventure comedy film 'Super Mario Bros.' that is loosely based off of the Nintendo video game series.
2020-07-131h 09Screen SlurpsDa 5 Bloods (2020)It's an all new perspective of the life and times created during the Vietnam War in director Spike Lee's new film 'Da 5 Bloods'. From varying stylistic choices to the emotional journey throughout, we discuss the overall power that this story brings to the screen.
2020-07-061h 15Screen SlurpsStripes (1981)For our discussion on the classic military film 'Stripes' this week we feature special guest Pete Barlow! Pete is an army drill sergeant and the author and illustrator of the comic series “G.I. Low”. We talk with Pete about the depth and history of the film 'Stripes' and how it compares to the standard military and modern society of today.
2020-06-291h 32Screen SlurpsThe King of Staten Island (2020)You may have heard the term "king of the castle", but what about "king of the island"? That's the question this week as we talk about 'The King of Staten Island', the all new feature film directed by Judd Apatow and starring Pete Davidson, Bill Burr, and Marisa Tomei.
2020-06-221h 00Screen SlurpsDo the Right Thing (1989)This week we're taking an extended look at the genius of Spike Lee's movie 'Do the Right Thing' to discuss how the ideas in the film mattered in 1989 and how they clearly connect with what is going on in our society today.
2020-06-151h 22Screen SlurpsThe Vast of Night (2020)What's that sound? This week we talk about the all new film "The Vast of Night" and discuss just what director Andrew Patterson's micro-budget sci-fi indie pulls off.
2020-06-0847 minScreen SlurpsDune (1984)We're spicing things up this week with a review of the original adaptation of Dune! A film directed by David Lynch, featuring an all star cast, and an original soundtrack by Toto and Brian Eno. What could've possibly gone wrong? Well, we have some ideas...
2020-06-0158 minScreen SlurpsTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)Cowabunga dude! This year marks the 30th anniversary for the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film! From the turtle costume crime battling to the film's box office busting we cover everything that went into the making of this cult classic.
2020-05-2553 minScreen SlurpsOnward (2020)Working hard, or hardly working? Adam, DJ, and Kris take a dive into the Disney/Pixar fantasy adventure "Onward" starring Tom Holland and Chris Pratt.
2020-05-1840 minScreen SlurpsOnward (2020)Working hard, or hardly working? Adam, DJ, and Kris take a dive into the Disney/Pixar fantasy adventure "Onward" starring Tom Holland and Chris Pratt.
2020-05-1840 minScreen SlurpsThe Assistant (2019)This week we take a look at the all new movie "The Assistant", a film that takes a contemporary look at workplace harassment and abuse. Written and directed by Kitty Green and starring Julia Garner.
2020-05-1151 minScreen SlurpsExtraction (2020)It's our pilot episode! Adam, DJ, and Kris catch up on what they've been up to during quarantine and review the new action packed Netflix movie "Extraction" starring Chris Hemsworth and directed by Sam Hargrave.
2020-05-0452 minScreen SlurpsExtraction (2020)It's our pilot episode! Adam, DJ, and Kris catch up on what they've been up to during quarantine and review the new action packed Netflix movie "Extraction" starring Chris Hemsworth and directed by Sam Hargrave.
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