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Another Film PobcassEpisode 99: White GodIn the final episode of both their Unconventional Trilogy series and the Road To 100, the Rommies take a look at this Hungarian Planet of the Apes spin-off. Listen in as they discuss the similarities (“Humans do be dumb.”) and differences (literally everything else) between Caesar and Hagen’s stories.
2024-03-101h 20Another Film PobcassEpisode 98: War for the Planet of the ApesSliding in just under the wire while still just a trilogy, the Rommies set aside their somewhat irrational anger at the naming convention switch to dive into the final entry of Caesar’s story. Listen in as they discuss how effectively Andy Serkis, Matt Reeves, and co. wrap up the reimagined Apes arc, rank the films of the series (the results of which may surprise you!), and consider where the series will go from here.
2024-03-061h 16Another Film PobcassEpisode 97: Dawn of the Planet of the ApesFor the next episode of their Unconventional Trilogies series, the Rommies are joined by an extra special guest to discuss the next entry in the PotA reimagining saga. Listen in as they highlight all of the ways this film leveled up from Really Good Popcorn Flick™️ to Legitimately Great Cinema™️, point out several surprisingly apt references to other movie franchises from Star Wars to Fast & Furious, and finally begin workshopping their pitch for a new character to enter the Apes cineverse: Fuckles the Ape Clown.
2024-02-271h 23Another Film PobcassEpisode 96: Rise of the Planet of the ApesThe Rommies begin the final entry in their Unconventional Trilogies run with the first film in the Caesar Trilogy. Listen in as they discuss all of the things that make this so much better than it had any right being, worship at the altar of Mo-Cap God Andy Serkis, and spend WAY too much time trying to decipher the geographic accuracy (or, perhaps more appropriately, inaccuracy) of the Bay Area as presented in this movie.
2024-02-221h 13Another Film PobcassEpisode 95: Kingsman 2 The Golden CircleIn both a spiritual sequel to the Cornetto Trilogy (stylized genre comedy) and a spiritual sequel to the Frozen short film episode of the pob (Tierney wants silly vibes but Matt and Collin take the assignment WAY too seriously), the Rommies reconvene for the next episode of their Unconventional Trilogy run. Listen in as they ostensibly discuss Matthew Vaughn’s second entry in his Kingsman franchise, but mostly just use that as a jumping off point to discuss the more important topic at hand: (Daddy) Pedro Pascal.
2024-02-091h 03Another Film PobcassEpisode 94: The World's EndYears after a failed attempt at recording a pobcass, the Rommies return to their respective home studios to finally finish what they started: talking about the Cornetto Trilogy. Listen in as they try to work through complicated feelings about this film in comparison to the other two, make wild (but maybe not actually that wild?) connections to Lord of the Rings, and fulfill their obligation to never miss an opportunity to praise Pierce Brosnan’s number one role: “singing” “SOS” in Mamma Mia! (2008).
2024-02-031h 11Another Film PobcassEpisode 93: Hot FuzzContinuing their run of Unconventional Trilogies, the Rommies return to spoofy ol’ England for a quick bite of Classico Cornetto. Join them as they discuss all of the recurring bits, visual gags, and references to the first film in an otherwise unconnected sequel, and stick around as Matt drops an extremely controversial James Bond take, Tierney considers a hypothetical gluten AND dairy free Cornetto option, and they both call Collin out for his questionable Edgar Wright opinions.
2024-01-291h 02Another Film PobcassEpisode 92: Shaun of the DeadFor the next segment of their Unconventional Trilogies series, the Rommies turn their attention to the first entry in Tierney’s selection of the iconic genre(s) spoofing Cornetto Trilogy. Listen in as they do a complete 180 away from the quiet, dramatic stylings of Dickie Links into the visual flair and comedic genius of Edgar Wright, and stick around as they try to determine which of them could successfully navigate a zombie apocalypse. The answer may (read: definitely won’t) surprise you!
2024-01-2059 minAnother Film PobcassEpisode 91: Past LivesIn honor of the film’s strong showing across numerous Best of 2023 lists/critics groups’ awards (and definitely that reason only), the Rommies have decided to finally release their long delayed episode covering Collin’s favorite film of the year. After finishing the Before Trilogy, listen in as they shift their attention to this “spin-off” entry to discuss another emotionally compelling/devastating decades-spanning love story.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 90: Before MidnightThe Rommies take one final trip to Europe to catch up with Jesse and Celine in the concluding* chapter of the Before Trilogy. Listen in as they discuss the various deviations this film takes from the preceding chapters and whether or not they were effective in closing out** these characters’ story. Finally, after two of the Rommies have their own brutal fight towards the end of the episode, stick around to find out if they too will be able to reconcile before it’s all over…
*hopefully not concluding
**hopefully not closing out
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 89: Before SunsetThe journey through the Before Trilogy continues as the Rommies welcome a very special guest to talk about the second entry in the series. Join them as they take a casual stroll (on a strict time limit) through one of the biggest cities in the world (but only a four block radius of it) while debating the optimism/pessimism of love in your 30s (and/or whether or not to condone adultery).
2023-11-091h 20Another Film PobcassEpisode 88: Before SunriseAfter a little* hiatus, the Rommies are back to kick off a new season looking at Unconventional Trilogies. In this episode, Collin gets things started with the first film (importantly, NOT the third film) in one of his favorite movie series of all time. Listen in as the Rommies Bill O’Reilly their way through a new format, fall in love with Jesse/Celine falling in love with Celine/Jesse, and throw a few strays in Austria’s general direction.
*extremely long
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 87: Broadcast NewsThe Rommies watched Broadcast News. Sorry it’s 14 weeks late.
*clears throat*
For the final film of the 2023 Festival, the Rommies go back to a simpler time where the hair and outfits were insane, but the news was not (... yet). After clearing up some initial Hurt confusion, they discuss the timeless nature of this classic rom-com-dram, debate the ethics of certain characters’ journalistic choices, and praise everything about Holly Hunter. Finally, stick around as Matt introduces a new category, and Collin and Tierney reveal one of Matt’s most special collections.
2023-08-101h 28Another Film PobcassEpisode 86: The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the DesertFor Matt’s final selection of the 2023 festival, the Rommies don their fanciest dresses made of shoes and hit the road for some drag shenanigans. Listen in as they discuss how progressive this film was for its time (and how relevant it remains today), heap praise on the impeccable script (and costumes throughout), and implore George Miller to give us the crossover event the world so desperately needs.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 85: Once Upon a Time... in HollywoodFor Tierney’s last pick of this year’s festival, the Rommies revisit Quentin Tarantino’s love letter to Cinema™️. After revealing some surprising changes of heart about the film as a whole, the Rommies dive in to discuss the immaculate vibes, the fairy tale elements, and the potentially undercooked nature of certain characters/subplots, followed by a healthy debate over the use of violence in this and other Tarantino films.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 84: The Parallax ViewIn a full-circle moment of Director Bullshit synergy, Collin’s next selection for this year’s festival is this 1974 paranoia thriller classic. How fair was Marvel’s comparison between this film and a Captain America movie? Listen in to find out! Also, be sure to stick around to hear the Rommies dig into all of the chillingly effective aspects of this film that make it just as relevant today as it was 50 years ago.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 83: PrisonersFor Matt’s next pick of the Festival, he decided to give the Rommies a really bad time by selecting Denis Villeneuve’s 2013 American breakout. Join them as they talk through this beautifully made but brutal to watch film, discuss its place in Villeneuve’s filmography to date, and … debate the action movie star bonafides of Tom Cruise vs Keanu Reeves?
2023-03-241h 37Another Film PobcassEpisode 82: I, TonyaAfter weeks of prelude, the Rommies have finally made it to the film that inspired Tierney’s entire theme of this year’s festival. Listen in as Tierney sings her highest praises of this innovative take on a sports biopic (“bye-opic”? “bio-pick”?), Matt and Collin harmonize over their love of the incredible comedic chops of Paul Walter Hauser, and the Rommies collectively work their way through the deep ensemble of excellent needle drops sprinkled throughout the movie.
2023-03-161h 55Another Film PobcassEpisode 81: Umbrellas of CherbourgAfter much confusion (“is it the animated music one? is it the nuclear meltdown one?”), the Rommies finally sorted it out for Collin’s next pick of the Fest. Join them as they discuss what works and what doesn’t about this extremely unique movie musical, fawn over the immense hotness of the respective leads, and stand in awe of the immaculate ending (which Damien Chazelle may or may not have shamelessly ripped off for his own movie musical 50 years later).
2023-03-091h 25Another Film PobcassEpisode 80: PariahAfter some internal debate of his own, Matt finally settled on this 2011 uber indie as his next pick for this year’s festival. Join the Rommies as they discuss the emotional roller coaster contained within this beautiful film. Plus, stick around for Tierney and Collin tag-teaming against Matt’s crackpot theories and Collin soap-boxing against his beloved Academy for not appreciating this film appropriately.
2023-03-011h 30Another Film PobcassEpisode 79: Moonrise KingdomAfter a lot of internal turmoil and debate, Tierney finally settled on returning the pob to its Wes Anderson roots for her next selection of the Festival. Listen in as the Rommies do an impromptu rehash of their personal rankings, discuss the innocence and awkwardness (and inappropriateness?) of young love, and settle on the TRUE Moment of 2023: Balaban’s 11-year-old sick fits.
2023-02-211h 47Another Film PobcassEpisode 78: All About EveIn a surprising turn of events, Collin’s next selection for the Festival was quite well received by The Rommies across the board! Did that mean that they would show this classic the respect it deserves? In an unsurprising turn of events, nope! Listen in as they talk Some About Eve, Mostly About Not Eve, and, in Matt’s opinion, Too Much About “Bette Davis Eyes.” (But be sure to stick around as a Friend of the Pob stops by to school them on all the wonderful things this film has to offer!)
2023-02-152h 05Another Film PobcassEpisode 77: Under the Silver LakeFor Matt’s next selection of this year’s Festival, the Rommies go for a swim to investigate the seedy underbelly of one of Los Angeles’s most prominent neighborhoods. Alternatively, they sit around their bizarrely well-furnished apartment and dream up a vast conspiracy just to have something to do. In either case, join them as they debate this flawed, but at times fascinating, addition to the stoner noir canon.
2023-01-311h 57Another Film PobcassEpisode 76: Dirty DancingThe Rommies (and a very special first-time guest!) pack up the car and head out for a summer (month? week? day?) in the Catskills to discuss Tierney’s next pick for the festival. While there, they meet Carrie Frances D’Watermelon-Houseman, and together they team up to change the minds of snooty old white people through pobbing. Listen in as they praise this film for its 80s ridiculousness and debate perhaps the most important cinematic unanswered question of all time.
2023-01-241h 47Another Film PobcassEpisode 75: His Girl FridayWith his first selection of this year’s Festival, Collin had the sheer audacity to pick (apparently) the wrong 1940 Cary Grant comedy. While many consider this film to be one of the greatest of all time, the Rommies are considerably more divided, so listen in to find out who falls into which camp (the answer may surprise you!) and then argue about the movie’s merits (and demerits).
2023-01-171h 33Another Film PobcassEpisode 74: Cleo From 5 to 7In a fun quirk of timing, the Rommies gather to discuss Matt’s first pick for this year’s festival mere weeks after its meteoric rise up the rankings of Sight & Sound’s iconic, decennial list of the Greatest Films of All Time. Listen in as Matt and Tierney highlight all the things that make this such a beloved film all these years later, while Collin simultaneously tries to process his (generally indifferent) feelings on the French New Wave in real time.
2023-01-101h 28Another Film PobcassEpisode 73: O Brother, Where Art Thou?Welcome back for the 4th (Semi-)Annual One F Film Festival aka somewhere between the 3rd and 7th season of the pob! This time around, Tierney is kicking things off with a Coen Brothers classic. Join the Rommies as they (clumsily) ease their way back into the pobbing groove, sing the praises of goofy Clooney (and all iterations of Tim Blake Nelson), and clear the floor for Matt to let his [F]reek Mythology flag fly.
2023-01-031h 36Another Film PobcassEpisode 72: The ShiningThe Rommies wrap up their Kubrick Retrospect-ish as they discuss The Shining, just in time for Halloween! Will they be able to navigate through their labyrinth of tangents about why hotels are gross, kissing ghosts, poor Shelley Duvall, and how many episodes of One Piece there are? All talk and no tangents make Jack a dull pob. Featuring returning special guest & faux-Listener, Jim!
2022-10-312h 20Another Film PobcassEpisode 71: LolitaThe Rommies are back for the penultimate entry in their Stanley Kubrick retrospectish! They’re joined by friend of the pob Becca Sita to discuss Kubrick’s iconic fun family road trip film. Listen in as they discuss the differences between the movie and the book, what worked and didn’t work for each of them, provide impromptu Kubrick film rankings, and try to answer the age old question: “Is Stanley Kubrick bad at sex??”
2022-10-051h 42Another Film PobcassEpisode 70: Full Metal JacketAfter the double-whammy disappointment of a bad Kubrick and the tamest orgy ever put on screen, the Rommies rebound to continue their retrospect-ish with his iconic (anti-)war film. Listen in as they discuss the effectiveness of the messaging throughout its two distinct sections, while Matt works through his feelings on war movies and Tierney works through her unique childhood connection to the American military. Finally, Collin forgets the overarching premise of the pob and hijacks the conversation to wax poetic about one of his favorite TV series finales of all time.
2022-08-231h 58Another Film PobcassEpisode 69: Eyes Wide ShutIn honor of the Rommies hitting this momentous achievement, they decided to continue their Kubrick retrospective with his crazy sex party themed film. Listen in to find out if they felt like the movie’s horniness was adequate for this important milestone, and then stick around as they determine how it fits into the various filmographies of the major players involved (including debating the question, “Are we sure this even IS a Kubrick film??”).
2022-08-091h 15Another Film PobcassEpisode 68 A Clockwork OrangeAfter years of either being too scared to try or being too upset by the first 5 minutes to continue watching, the Rommies finally gathered up their courage to force themselves to get through Kubrick’s iconic dystopian crime/horror film. Listen in as they discuss how the experience measured up to their expectations and then dive into the film’s various layers hiding underneath all the violence. Finally, stick around as they have a lively debate about what truly constitutes a director saying, “Fuck you.” to his/her audience.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 67: Barry LyndonAfter a brief holiday hiatus, the Rommies return to their Kubrick deep dive with a look at his classic period piece character study. Join them and their special guest as they discuss their initial reactions to the film (it was a first viewing for most!), the gorgeous cinematography, and the surprising amount of humor throughout the film. Finally (and perhaps hastily given this is only the third episode of the run), they debate where this film falls within the larger Kubrick oeuvre.
2022-07-121h 30Another Film PobcassEpisode 66: Jawsduh dum. duuuh dum. duh dum duh dum Duh Dum DUH DUM—BAH BAH BAH!
In this bonus, holiday episode, the Rommies discuss Spielberg’s all-time classic that Collin (after years of begging) finally got Matt and Tierney to watch! Listen in as they (and a special guest!) discuss all the things that not only made this movie a smashing success in 1975 but also continue to make it one of the best blockbusters ever all these years later.
2022-07-042h 05Another Film PobcassEpisode 65: Dr. Strangelove (Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb)The Rommies continue their Kubrick deep dive with a look at one of the greatest satires of all time. This week, they’re joined by Becca Sita, Tierney’s long time friend and fellow Peter Sellers stan. Listen in as they discuss the experience of watching this movie in the current climate, highlight some timeless comedic bits, and attempt to make peace with/develop affection for the exploding device.
2022-06-091h 43Another Film PobcassEpisode 64: 2001: A Space OdysseyThe Rommies kick off their Kubrick Deep Dive with his seminal sci-fi classic. They begin by sharing their personal Kubrick connections before moving into discussing all of the things that still make this movie great even after all these years. Finally, they spend some time debating what the fuck the end of this movie means before adding a few new categories to the regular rotation.
2022-05-251h 53Another Film PobcassA 2022 Film Pobcass - Official Teaser TrailerIt’s been several months since the Rommies have last recorded. They have been scattered across the multiverse. Against all odds, they are desperately trying to reunite to give Listener new episodes. Can they bridge the gaps of space and time to find each other once more? If so, what will that future hold? Tune in to find out! (Exclusively in Pobcass feeds, Summer 2022.)
2022-05-0312 minAnother Film PobcassEpisode 63: The Batman Part IINow that they’ve gotten all of The Batman talk out of the way, Matt, Collin, and Jim can move on to other pressing matters: discussing all of the other Batmens! Join them as they ponder Hollywood’s obsession with this specific superhero, rank the various cinematic iterations, and shower Mask of the Phantasm with all of the love that Warner Brothers never has.
2022-04-071h 12Another Film PobcassEpisode 62: The Batman Part IIf there’s one thing this world doesn’t need, it’s another Batman movie. If there’s another thing this world doesn’t need, it’s a podcast about another Batman movie. What do these two things have in common? Neither Warner Brothers nor the Rommies care: the world is getting more of both! Listen in as Matt, Collin, and a returning special guest break down everything (literally EVERYTHING) about the most recent iteration of Hollywood’s most movie’d superhero.
2022-03-281h 37Another Film PobcassEpisode 61: Barb And Star Go To Vista Del MarThe Rommies cap off their Best of 2021 run by discussing one of the wildest movies any of them has ever seen. In keeping with tradition, not all of them are completely sold on the movie, so listen in as the others try to make the case before things mostly devolve into a stream of quotes and references that send them all into hysterics.
2022-03-111h 37Another Film PobcassEpisode 60: The Power of the DogFor their next look at the best of film in 2021, Collin selected this Best Picture frontrunner. Despite overwhelming critical acclaim and consensus, this film proved to be QUITE divisive amongst the Rommies, so listen in for a … lively discussion of what makes this movie work (or, as one Rommie might argue, not work even a little bit, not even at all).
2022-02-241h 49Another Film PobcassEpisode 59: The Green KnightBefore closing the book on 2021, the Rommies decided to spend some time celebrating the best the past year had to offer. For the first episode of this miniseries, Matt selected David Lowery’s medieval epic. Listen in as Matt and Collin discuss one of their favorite films of 2021 and Tierney tries to work through her PTSD from her college Lit classes.
2022-02-171h 31Another Film PobcassEpisode 58: Licorice PizzaJoin the Rommies as they get their cardio on all across the San Fernando Valley while discussing (Patron Saint of the Pob) Paul Thomas Anderson’s new feature. Listen as they recount the harrowing adventure the three of them took simply to SEE the movie, and then listen as they fawn all over (nearly) everything about this delightful little film. Finally, they put on their prediction hats to try and determine how this will fare at the upcoming Academy Awards. #AnOscarForPaul
2022-01-191h 41Another Film PobcassEpisode 57: WavesAfter a brief, COVID-induced hiatus, the Rommies make their triumphant return to close out the 2021 Festival with this underseen masterpiece. Listen in as Collin FINALLY gets to discuss a film that he has been thinking about (and desperately trying to get others to watch) for over two years and the Rommies gush about the impeccable performances and stellar technical aspects that elevate this movie from a simple indie drama into something truly special. Finally, they overwhelm each other with a brief discussion of all of the assorted #content they consumed over the holiday (COVID) break.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 56: Away We GoThe Rommies decide to pack up and go cross country to find a new pobcassing home in the penultimate episode of their 2021 Festival. Listen in as they discuss this *extremely* late-aughts indie film, celebrate the endlessly stacked cast, and briefly investigate the filmography of Sam Mendes. Meanwhile, Collin continues his tradition of raining on Matt’s parade, and Tierney continues her tradition of dropping truly WILD takes, this time concerning the siblings Gyllenhaal.
2021-12-241h 28Another Film PobcassEpisode 55: MinariThe Rommies pack up and move across the country to start their new lives as pobcass farmers in honor of Tierney’s final selection for the 2021 Film Festival. Follow along as their takes grow from little seedlings about this film’s superb cast, story, and score and ultimately blossom into extended diatribes on the state of sound mixing and the etiquette of bed-wetting.
2021-12-161h 49Another Film PobcassEpisode 54: First ReformedPaul Schrader *extremely Hozier voice* “TAKES [THE ROMMIES] TO CHURCH” in Collin’s next selection for the 2021 Film Festival. Listen in as the Rommies use this movie as a springboard to discuss religion, climate change, and that jaw-dropper of an ending. Plus, stick around as they dive into slightly less somber topics like movie theatre etiquette and movie (slash pharmaceutical?) themed cocktails. Finally, Matt desperately tries to answer the question, “Where is Christopher Abbott??”
2021-12-071h 45Another Film PobcassEpisode 53: CollateralFor his next selection of the 2021 Festival, Matt honored his new home by picking this Los Angeles crime thriller. After waxing nostalgic about the simpler times of flip phones and video stores, the Rommies celebrate this film’s tight script and excellent cast/performances, being sure to spend the appropriate amount of time on the C H O I C E S that Mark Ruffalo made for his character. Plus, Collin tries to wrap his brain around Los Angeles geography, and Tierney tells the traumatic story of her first encounter with this movie.
2021-11-301h 34Another Film PobcassEpisode 52: CreedFor the next film of the 2021 Festival, the Rommies hopped in the ring to discuss the weird sensation of falling in love with the seventh(!) entry of a film franchise (even though they have no real attachment to any of the previous films in said franchise), and then they properly celebrate Ryan Coogler and Michael B Jordan for making it happen. They also workshop ideas for a new dating SLASH sandwich delivery app before ending the episode with a bonus, mini-pob about Marvel’s The Externals.
2021-11-231h 44Another Film PobcassEpisode 51: Brigsby BearFor the next installment of the 2021 Festival, the Rommies emerge from their lifelong bunker to record a pobcass about everyone’s favorite TV character that they’ve never heard of. Listen in as they discuss the charming nature of this strange little indie and then celebrate the deep bench of comic actors that populate this world. Finally, the Rommies take a trip down memory lane to discuss some long lost pop-culture classics (and some not-so-classics) of their youths.
2021-11-171h 35Another Film PobcassEpisode 50: A Girl Walks Home Alone At NightIn honor of Spoopy Szn, the Rommies watched the first (and, presumably, only) Iranian Vampire Western horror movie, and then, in true Rommie fashion, waited until after Spoopy Szn had ended to share their takes with the world. You’re welcome for our timeliness, Listener! In any case, join the Rommies as they discuss the film’s stylish aesthetic and where it fits in the pantheon of female revenge films. Finally, in honor of their 50th(!) episode, the Rommies welcome a subtle new addition to the pob, so listen closely to try and catch it!
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 49: Children of MenThe Rommies travel to the not-too-distant (and, distressingly, all too realistic) future to discuss the next film of the 2021 Fest. Listen in as they appreciate the craft on display from one of our greatest working directors (long takes!), giggle at the unexpected humor in this otherwise exceedingly bleak world (fart jokes!), and debate the best on-screen baby performances (American Sniper?).
2021-11-021h 17Another Film PobcassEpisode 48: DuneThe Rommies take a brief hiatus from the 2021 Festival to trip on spice with Paul “Lisan al Gaib”/“Kwisatz Haderach”/“Wait Is His Actual Name Really Just ‘Paul?’” Atreides and some big ass(hole looking) worms. (Sorry Baron, but this is their desert, their Arrakis, their Dune now!) So strap on your stillsuits and join them for a lively discussion of Denis Villeneuve’s long awaited sci-fi epic.
2021-10-271h 50Another Film PobcassEpisode 47: A Monster CallsFor his first pick of the 2021 Fest, Collin chose this seminal Rommie text. Listen in as he explains his needlessly complicated selection process, Matt discusses how (and which) movies helped him process the concept of death as a child, and Tierney talks about fisting ghosts.
2021-10-191h 32Another Film PobcassEpisode 46: Fast ColorIn true Matt fashion, his first selection for the 2021 Fest is a superhero movie. Join the Rommies as they discuss this extremely low-key take on the genre by looking at what worked (Gugu! Strathairn! Gugu Again!) and what didn’t (The Story! Well-Established Super Powers!), complete with, in true Rommie fashion, plenty of unrelated tangents along the way.
2021-10-131h 25Another Film PobcassEpisode 45: Kramer vs KramerYEAH THAT’S RIGHT WE’RE BACK! After a brief hiatus that accidentally ended up extending longer than SIXTEEN weeks (oopsie!), the Rommies make their triumphant return to film pobcassing and virtual 1F Film Festing. For the first film of the 2021 Festival, the Rommies discuss this 70s classic, where bb Dustin Hoffman BEARS the burden of raising his child after bb Meryl Streep runs out on him. Listen in as the Rommies compare this divorce movie with a certain, more recent, iteration and try to determine WHAT is going on with Meryl’s chest (shockingly, I don’t mean that in an im...
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 44: VertigoIn honor of Nomadland, the Rommies wrap up their Awards season run with a totally unrelated movie! Listen in as they discuss Alfred Hitchcock’s classic rom-sus and the fascinating critical history since its release. They also share their ...complicated… feelings about the film’s final act, and then Matt and Collin clear the floor for Tierney to swoon over her love for James “Jimmy” “Bright Eyes” Stewart.
2021-04-271h 42Another Film PobcassEpisode 43: Zodiac*Creepy voice, heavy breathing* “I wanna report a pobcass recording. If you press play on this episode on your preferred pobcass streaming site, you’ll find kids talking about movies on the internet. They recorded this pobcass with some iPhones and GarageBand. They also recorded some pobcasses last year. Gooood. Byeeee.”
Order a round of Aqua Velvas and listen in as the Rommies try to crack the case of how this David Fincher masterpiece was completely shut out of the 2008 Oscars.
2021-04-211h 43Another Film PobcassEpisode 42: Portrait of a Lady on FireThe Rommies continue their Awards season run, but shift their focus to movies that missed out on scoring a Best Picture nomination. First up, they look at a critically adored, 2019 Cannes award winning, foreign language film. (No, not Parasite. The other one.) In addition to discussing all of the small, beautiful moments that make this movie an instant classic, listen in to hear Matt nerd out about Greek mythology and, in an unrelated discussion, make Collin cry.
2021-04-141h 39Another Film PobcassEpisode 41: The GraduateThe Rommies conclude their look at Best Picture runner ups with Mike Nichols’s 1967 coming-of-age classic. Listen in as they try to determine why this (kind of weird) film has stood the test of time, debate the value of Simon & Garfunkel*, and discuss that iconic closing shot. Plus, stick around for the end as Matt and Tierney try to get some answers about what’s going on with Collin’s weird brain!
*In relation to this movie! Simon & Garfunkel’s general value is undebatable.
2021-04-091h 27Another Film PobcassEpisode 40: NetworkThe Rommies are joined by another special guest to take a look at the second one-word, N-titled, critically acclaimed, 1970s satire film of the pob. Was this one better than Nashville? Listen in and find out! (Hint: YMMV!) Also discussed: the #SnyderCut and aging celebrities, only some of whom are relevant to this film!
2021-03-301h 38Another Film PobcassEpisode 39: Four Weddings and a FuneralThe pob’s Awards Season run continues as the Rommies shift to films that were nominated for Best Picture but ultimately lost. To start their journey, they take a look at this iconic rom-com that, surprisingly, none of them had ever seen before! Listen as they discuss this mostly fun (but kind of nonsense?) movie, lament the inclusion of Andie MacDowell, and try to answer the question: what the hell was this movie doing in the awards conversation?!
2021-03-231h 34Another Film PobcassEpisode 38: West Side StoryThe Rommies wrap up their miniseries on historical Best Picture winners with a look at this classic (possibly the greatest of all time?) movie musical. Listen in as they discuss the various Romeo & Juliet references, heap appropriate amounts (read: LOTS) of praise on Rita Moreno, and raise some legitimate concerns over Spielberg’s upcoming adaptation. And, as if that weren’t enough, the Rommies decided to gift this conversation to you in the form of a game: see if you can follow the thread through countless, silly, only somewhat related tangents! Good luck and have fun!
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 37: The StingThe Rommies keep the streak of J-named guests alive as they travel back to 1930s Chicago for this classic Best Picture winner. Listen in as they spend some time discussing the impressive feat of nailing such a convoluted plot, as well as where this film fits in alongside more modern heist films. But don’t worry, the bulk of the episode is spent on the most important aspect of both this film and life in general: Paul Newman.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 36: AmadeusWith Awards season (finally) in full swing, the Rommies embark on their next series all about the Oscars. In the first episode, they are joined by a special guest to discuss this somewhat bizarre 1984 Best Picture winner. Listen as they debate the merits (and faults) of the Director’s Cut, and be sure to stick around as they workshop their pitch for the Amadeus/Sex and the City spin-off. (Hopefully coming soon to an HBO Max near you!)
2021-03-051h 49Another Film PobcassEpisode 35: SupernovaIn a first for the pob, the Rommies discuss a new release film! Tune in now for the pob’s freshest takes ever as they complete their look at alternative romantic movies. In this episode, they discuss this beautiful (and completely devastating) look at a couple facing the end of their relationship after a terminal medical diagnosis. Firth & Tucci Hive: ASSEMBLE!
2021-03-021h 23Another Film PobcassEpisode 34: Phantom ThreadThe Rommies continue to explore the realm of off-the-beaten-path love stories with a look at another PTA masterpiece. Listen in as they discuss this hilarious and deeply fucked up gothic romance, including an appreciation of the top-to-bottom acting masterclass on display, several laughing fits as the Rommies simply recite lines from the film, and a debate of where this falls in the PTA Pantheon.
2021-02-201h 40Another Film PobcassEpisode 33: Obvious ChildAfter (narrowly) surviving 2020, the Rommies make their triumphant return to the pobcass game with a new miniseries celebrating the most romantic month of the year: Valentime’s Day! To kick it off, the Rommies discuss this 2014 gem, which is almost certainly the funniest movie about abortion ever made. Come for the thoughtful consideration of this silly but sweet film, and stay for the Gaby Hoffmann and Gabe Liedman lovefest.
2021-02-111h 33Another Film PobcassEpisode 32: Olaf's Frozen AdventureAt the end of this truly miserable year, Tierney just wanted to turn her brain off and watch something fun and silly. (And, if it also happened to troll Matt, all the better!) What she probably didn’t expect, however, was for Collin to take the assignment a little too seriously. In any case, hilarity definitely ensued. So listen in for the last time this year as the Rommies DRASTICALLY over analyze these two, ultimately meaningless, entries in the Frozen Cinematic Universe.
2020-12-221h 06Another Film PobcassEpisode 31: Batman ReturnsIn honor of the classic Christmas tune, the Rommies are continuing their look at alternative Christmas movies with Tim Burton’s second entry into the Batman film canon. While the movie may not comment on Batman’s odor, nor does it include Robin (laying eggs or otherwise), it DOES feature a different bird-themed character who is, in all likelihood, the smelliest character in all of Batman lore. Listen in as the Rommies discuss this mostly silly but also deeply upsetting film, and determine whether or not it should be added to the regular Christmas viewing rotation.
2020-12-151h 25Another Film PobcassEpisode 30: Anna and the ApocalypseNothing quite says Christmas like candy canes, music, and … zombies?! For the first episode of their Alternative Christmas series, the Rommies discuss this 2018 genre mashup. Listen in as they consider what worked and what didn’t in this film, and then debate whether or not this film should be added to the Christmas Movie Canon.
2020-12-081h 19Another Film PobcassEpisode 29: RomaFor the final selection of the 2020 Festival, the Rommies get intimate with Alfonso Cuarón’s quiet masterpiece. Listen in as they try to come up with new and different ways to describe this film’s beauty, and join them in falling in love with Cleo (and getting punched in the gut by that ending) all over again. Finally, Matt and Tierney meet up with Collin on F*** the Academy Island to get furious about the travesty that was the 91st Oscars.
2020-12-031h 48Another Film PobcassEpisode 28: Take ShelterAfter having vivid hallucinations of Big Pobcass coming to shut the Rommies down, Matt got to work constructing an underground studio in his backyard. Tierney and Collin were quite skeptical, but they agreed to join Matt to discuss Jeff Nichols’s 2011 film about mental health and masculinity. Tune in for the commentary, but more importantly to find out if Big Pobcass really has it out for them or if it’s all just in Matt’s head...
2020-11-241h 34Another Film PobcassEpisode 27: GoodfellasDespite Matt and Tierney’s formal complaints, Collin stuck with this iconic 1990 gangster film as his final selection for the 2020 Festival. As such, Matt and Tierney proceeded to lodge informal complaints by derailing the conversation wherever possible. So come along for the semi-coherent discussion of this Scorsese classic, but stick around for the equally (if not moreso?) enjoyable incoherent tangents!
2020-11-171h 44Another Film PobcassEpisode 26: Harold & MaudeIt came as no surprise to the Rommies that Tierney’s next pick for the 2020 Festival was about a character who is obsessed with death. What they did find surprising, however, was just how delightful, hilarious, and heartwarming this movie ended up being. Listen in as they sing out (sing out) all of their praise upon this beautiful film.
2020-11-101h 24Another Film PobcassEpisode 25: AlphavilleThe Rommies hop in their cars and drive(?) to outer space(?) to discuss this truly baffling(!) 1965 sci-fi noir. Listen in as they try to decipher this nonsensical plot, discuss Godard’s style/place in the French New Wave, and reminisce fondly about the various other (read: better) movies that this one reminds them of. Plus, it wouldn’t be a Rommie pobcass if it didn’t include several minutes of wildly inappropriate, punny jokes based on the main character’s name.
2020-11-031h 26Another Film PobcassEpisode 24: Jackie BrownThe Rommies hatch an elaborate plan to steal half a million listens from local pobcasser Ordell Pobbie. Step one? Discuss Quentin Tarantino’s 1997 underrated classic. Step two? Swoon over Pam Grier and Robert Forster. Step three? Disclose the surprising real life inspirations for some of QT’s iconic films. Tune in now to find out if their heist is a success!
2020-10-281h 44Another Film PobcassEpisode 23: Suspiria(s)In this bonus Hallokween episode, Matt and Collin are joined by a special guest to celebrate the spoopiest of seasons. Listen in as they discuss both the 1977 and 2018 versions of this classic story of a dancing witch coven. Plus, stick around to hear Matt *swoon* over his One True Kween, Tilda.
2020-10-211h 48Another Film PobcassEpisode 22: Jane EyreFor the next film of the 2020 Festival, the Rommies take a trip back to stuffy Victorian England for one of Tierney’s favorite gothic romances. They discuss the … interesting … filmmaking choices made in this adaptation, celebrate the “oh hey, this person!” casting, and Collin channels his inner AP English student by talking about the book even though he’s only ever read the Wikipedia entry.
2020-10-131h 28Another Film PobcassEpisode 21: VictoriaInspired by the next selection for the 2020 Fest, the Rommies attempted to do something that had only rarely been done before: record a pobcass in one, uninterrupted take. Tune in to find out if they’re able to pull it off! While you’re there, enjoy the lively discussion about this tense drama (complete with Matt’s hot takes on long takes!).
2020-10-061h 30Another Film PobcassEpisode 20: Bottle RocketFor the next film in the 2020 Festival, the Rommies discuss the second Wes Anderson film of the pob: his overwhelmingly “just okay” debut feature. Listen in for the conversation about the merits of this movie as well as an appreciation of the hints of greater things to come, and be sure to stick around as it devolves into a series of increasingly absurd tangents.
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 19: City of GodThe Rommies travel through time and space for the next film of the 2020 Festival. Join them in this über-stylized 1970s Rio favela for a sweet and heartwarming coming-of-age story SLASH violent and depressing look at the rise of organized crime. Listen in as they giggle over silly character names, swoon over Benny (BENNY 5EVER), and debate the ultimate message of the film.
2020-09-221h 49Another Film PobcassEpisode 18: 20th Century WomenWith his next pick for this year’s festival, the Rommies’ own 20th Century Fox selected Mike Mills’s semi-autobiographical love letter to his mother. Listen in as the Rommies’ own 20th Century Woman processes her reactions to the film in real time, and stick around as the Rommies’ own 20th Century Lack of Punny Epithet gets irrationally upset over the 2016 Academy Awards all over again. #JusticeForAmyAndAnnetteButMostlyAnnette
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 17: Punch-Drunk LoveThe Rommies return to the Paul Thomas Anderson well (much to Tierney’s delight) to discuss his 2002 underrated gem (much to Tierney’s dismay). They debate whether or not this is his most romantic film, and then they try to determine if this film is as much of an outlier in his filmography as it might seem on first glance. Finally, they celebrate the cut-too-short creative collaboration between two of the greatest three-named artists of our (all?) time: PTA and PSH.
2020-09-011h 35Another Film PobcassEpisode 16: The Death of StalinFor Tierney’s next pick of the 2020 Festival, the Rommies journey along with Armando Iannucci as he makes Soviet Russia… hilarious? Come for the discussion about which parts of this ridiculous satire work and which parts are less effective, but stay for the Rommies awkwardly dancing around trying not to spoil a 4-year-old episode of TV. In any case, they strongly recommend that you listen to this episode… shortly.
2020-08-251h 20Another Film PobcassEpisode 15: The Last Black Man in San FranciscoFor Matt’s next selection of the 2020 Festival, the Rommies celebrate one of 2019’s most underseen and underappreciated films. After letting the pure beauty of this film wash over them, the Rommies discuss the deep heartbreak at its core. Finally, the Rommies buy up all of the available Jonathan Majors stock because after this performance, it certainly won’t be around for long!
2020-08-181h 44Another Film PobcassEpisode 14: IncendiesFor the next film in the 2020 Festival, the Rommies ride the emotional roller coaster that is Denis Villeneuve’s family/war drama. Follow along as they unravel the tragic secret at the heart of this story, and listen as they discuss how effective the storytelling choices along the way are. Finally, the Rommies spend a little time celebrating Villeneuve’s oeuvre, complete with a truly R-rated take from one of the members… 😏
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2020-08-111h 27Another Film PobcassEpisode 13: TannaFor the next installment of the 2020 Festival, the Rommies discuss the 2015 (or is it 2016? maybe 2018…?) film about two warring Indigenous tribes on the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu, who struggle to maintain their traditions in a modern world. They can’t get enough of the awe-inspiring power of the island, and they also look at the broader idea of exoticism in film. Plus, our T girl resurrects an overly elaborate joke that undoubtedly takes years off Matt’s life.
2020-08-041h 33Another Film PobcassEpisode 12: Memories of MurderThe Rommies investigate Bong Joon-Ho’s breakout film in the next installment of the 2020 Festival. They discuss Director Bong’s masterful ability to blend genres and try to determine where this fits into his oeuvre. Be on alert, though. You never know when one of the Rommies will jump over a table and double-foot kick you in the chest with these takes!
2020-07-281h 33Another Film PobcassEpisode 11: What We Do In The ShadowsThe Rommies head down to New Zealand to hang out with some silly vampire flatmates in Collin’s next selection for the 2020 Fest. After some slight recording technical difficulties, the Rommies rebound for a lively discussion about this absurd comedy specifically, as well as a broader conversation about what makes comedies effective across time. And, as if that weren’t enough, the Rommies unveil what is by FAR the best/worst/dumbest joke on the Pob yet!
2020-07-211h 42Another Film PobcassEpisode 10: The LobsterEnter this deeply strange alternate reality as the Rommies discuss Yorgos Lanthimos’s pitch-black rom-com. Listen in as they discuss the quirks of this crazy world and the funniest/most insightful pieces of social commentary. Plus, find out which animals they would live as if they were to have an unsuccessful hotel stay.
2020-07-141h 29Another Film PobcassEpisode 9: Cinema ParadisoThe next film in the 2020 Festival features content near and dear to the Rommies’ hearts: a coming of age story about a rambunctious kid who loves movies. (#Relatable) Journey with them to this beautiful Sicilian village, and listen in as they discuss the heartwarming (and heartbreaking) friendship between Salvatore and Alfredo. Plus, stick around for what is by FAR the best/worst/most upsetting tattoo idea yet!
2020-07-071h 27Another Film PobcassEpisode 8: The GameThe 2020 Fest resumes with David Fincher’s oft-forgotten 90’s classic. After a brief retrospective of Fincher’s career (including some truly WILD takes by one of the Rommies), they discuss the psychological nightmare scenario of living in an IRL escape room that is The Game. (Which, by the way, they just lost.)
2020-07-011h 07Another Film PobcassEpisode 7: NashvilleTierney’s first selection for the 2020 Fest is Robert Altman’s 1975 … classic? Join the Rommies as they all experience this … “film” … for the first time and discuss what worked (a short list) and what didn’t (a much longer list). But hey: at least Jeff Goldblum does close up magic and rides a dope tricycle!
2020-06-021h 25Another Film PobcassEpisode 6: InsomniaCollin begins his journey to complete his favorite directors’ filmographies (while dragging the Rommies along for the ride!) with Christopher Nolan’s 2002 psychological thriller. Join them as they stay awake for six straight days to discuss one of Nolan’s most underseen and forgotten about films, and listen as they crack the case of one of Hollywood’s most enduring mysteries: what’s up with Al Pacino’s wardrobe??
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Another Film PobcassEpisode 5: A Single ManThe Rommies kick off the 2020 1F Film Festival with one of Matt’s all time favorites!
Join them as they take a Serious look at this Simple story of a Scholarly man who adjusts to the Single life after the Shocking death of his Steadfast partner. This Somber film is full of Sumptuous visuals and Seductive characters, giving the Rommies Substantial fodder for perhaps their most Sincere conversation yet!
2020-05-191h 11Another Film PobcassEpisode 4: The Royal TenenbaumsThe Rommies break quarantine* to travel to their home away from home, 1(F)11 Archer Avenue. Join them in the Gypsy Cab as they revisit some of the iconic local haunts (the African Wing of the Public Archives, the swimming pool at the 375th Street Y, the elevator at the Lindbergh Palace Hotel) and spend some quality time with their favorite dysfunctional family.
*No quarantines were broken in the recording of this pobcass. Don’t break quarantine. #StayHome #StaySafe
2020-05-121h 23Another Film PobcassEpisode 3: There Will Be BloodLadies and gentlemen… They’ve traveled over half the internet to be here tonight. They couldn’t get away sooner because their new pobcass was coming in and they had to see about it. That pob is now flowing at one episode a week, and it isn’t costing listeners anything at all. They are still recording, and they have at least the next six months planned out; so, ladies and gentlemen, if they say they’re pobcassers, you will agree…
Grab your milkshakes and follow the Rommies down the well as they explore Paul Thomas Anderson’s masterpiece!
2020-05-051h 21Another Film PobcassEpisode 2: Jurassic ParkJoin the Rommies as they travel back 65 million years to hang out with everyone's favorite dinosaurs (and sexy chaoticians, of course!). Come for the discussion of this iconic classic, but stay for the Alan Grant Lovefest and some truly questionable hot takes. Just be careful if you take this pobcass into the kitchen. You never know what kind of company will be waiting for you...
2020-04-241h 28Another Film PobcassEpisode 1: Mad Max: Fury RoadWitness the Rommies begin their pobcass adventure with the first movie they all watched together in their living room / home theater. Join them as they die historic on the Fury Road, and let them carry you to the gates of Valhalla. *SPRAYS CHROME PAINT DIRECTLY ON TEETH*
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