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Film vs MovieEpisode 36: Fantastic Four (2005)The first family of comics finally got a big screen debut, but the thing is it wasn’t as fantastic as they hoped. Is this film better off invisible or the start of a hot streak. Listen in and decide.2025-07-2250 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 35: Batman v Superman: Dawn of JusticeGet ready for an epic(?) showdown between two of the biggest superhero icons. Is this a creative and thoughtful take on the characters or a dull mess that ruins the universe? Listen to the debate and find out.2025-07-0857 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 34: Stay Tuned (1992) w/ Anna PaoneThis week, we’re joined by actress, filmmaker and jeopardy runner-up, Anna Paone, to debate Stay Tuned. Did we uncover a little known gem in this horror-comedy or should this have stayed buried in the VHS bin? Tune into our new episode and find out.Follow AnnaInstagram: @annaarborannapaone.com2025-06-1750 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 33: Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025)Get ready for the tour with us as we debate Hurry Up Tomorrow, the companion film to The Weeknd’s recent album. Is this an over indulgent vanity project or a creative extension of an artist’s work? Check out the episode and decide for yourself.2025-06-0353 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 32: The Happening (2008)Today, we debate a pivotal film in M. Night Shyamalan’s filmography, The Happening. Is this the perfect B-movie as intended or just ill conceived sci-fi horror? Join the discussion and decide2025-04-2251 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 31: Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)For this April 1st episode, we‘re debating the multiverse mind-bender, Everything Everywhere All At Once. Is this the perfect film of control chaos or simply a mess? Join the discussion and decide for yourself.2025-04-0147 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 30: 1999 Oscars (Shakespeare in Love vs Saving Private Ryan)In preparation for Oscars Sunday, join us as we debate one of the most controversial awards in recent history: Best Picture going to Shakespeare in Love over Saving Private Ryan. Does this choice deserve its infamy or did the academy actually get it right? Join the discussion and find out.2025-02-2545 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 29: Good Luck Chuck (2007) w/ Zoe Bentley & Brian BuecheFor Valentine’s Day, we brought in some extra love by having our friends Zoe Bentley and Brian Bueche join us to discuss the very romantic Good Luck Chuck. Does this Dane Cook vehicle brilliantly skew the tropes of the time or dive headfirst into why we don’t see them as much? Check out the debate on our new episode.2025-02-111h 01Film vs MovieEpisode 28: Home Alone 3 (1997) w/Lee Allen-Lan
We close out the holiday season with comedian, Lee Allen-Lan by discussing a (near) Christmas classic, Home Alone 3. Does it live up to its predecessors or is it missing that bit of Holiday magic? Check out the debate and decide for yourself.
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2024-12-2251 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 27: Eight Crazy Nights (2002) w/Gabby Jordan Brown
We kick off the holiday season by welcoming Gabby Jordan Brown to discuss Adam Sandler’s animated Hanukkah musical, Eight Crazy Nights. How well does this film capture the spirit of the season?
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2024-12-1055 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 26: Friendsgiving (2020)Today, we welcome you to our family gathering by discussing the indie film, Friendsgiving. Is it a quaint holiday celebration or just aimless? Listen and find out.
2024-11-2643 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 25: A Night at the Roxbury (1998) w/ Matt Levy
Today, we discuss one of the films of the summer, Borderlands. Is this a star-studded flick laying the ground work for future projects or just a mess of studio decisions? Listen to the debate and decide.
A Night at the Roxbury (1998)
Today, we’re joined by filmmaker, comedian, and Saturday Night Live superfan, Matt Levy, to debate one of his favorite films, A Night at the Roxbury. Does it hold up under scrutiny? Listen and find out.
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2024-10-2258 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 24: Borderlands (2024)Today, we discuss one of the films of the summer, Borderlands. Is this a star-studded flick laying the ground work for future projects or just a mess of studio decisions? Listen to the debate and decide.2024-10-0152 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 23: Jaws The Revenge (1987)We close out the summer with a classic beach movie’s sequel. Is Jaws: The Revenge a lazy attempt at a cash grab or a fun continuation of a cinematic classic? Listen to the episode and decide.2024-08-2754 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 22: Madame Web (2024) w/Otter LeeA movie with so much to debate, we brought in some extra help as Otter Lee helps us debate the latest entry in the Sony-verse, Madame Web. Is it high-budget camp or justa string of bad decisions?
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2024-07-2458 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 21: Speed 2: Cruise Control (1997)It’s our first anniversary!! What better way to celebrate than debating this 90s action sequel. Is it an underdeveloped script with bland characters or a satisfying thriller with unfair comparisons to its predecessor? Find out while one of us faces punishment for the Double Feature Face-Off results.2024-07-0358 minFilm vs MovieDouble Feature Face-Off: Jurassic Park 3 (2001) vs Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)In our final Double Feature Face-Off, we have a battle of the Jurassic three-quels. Belton argues Jurassic Park 3 is a fun add-on to the original film, while Chris argues Jurassic World: Dominion properly extends the story.
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2024-06-041h 11Film vs MovieDouble Feature Face-Off: Daredevil (2003) vs Ghost Rider (2007)
Today is our second Double Feature Face-Off where you can vote on who won. Belton Argues Daredevil set the proper stage for future superhero films while Chris argues nothing can beat Nic Cage as a flaming skull named Johnny Blaze.
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2024-05-281h 16Film vs MovieDouble Feature Face-Off: Jack & Jill (2011) vs Pixels (2015)Today is our first of three Double Feature Face-Offs where you can vote who won. Chris argues Jack & Jill as Adam Sandler’s career thesis while Belton fights for Pixels as a Sandler great. Click the link to vote for you you think won:
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2024-05-211h 11Film vs MovieEpisode 17: Rebel Moon Part 1 & 2 (2023-2024)Today, we debate Zack Snyder’s new Sci-Fi adventure franchise. Is this masterful world-building setting the stage for future installments or a jumbled imitation of a different galaxy far, far away? Listen to us debate and find out.2024-04-3058 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 16: Goodfellas (1990)Today, we discuss this crime biopic from a little known director? Is this a genre defining mafia movie or a mere edge lord fantasy? Check out the debate and see where you fall.
2024-04-0151 minFilm vs MovieCutting Room Floor: Anna PaoneToday, we have another edition of Cutting Room Floor with Anna Paone. Anna is a filmmaker, screenwriter, and actress who talks with us about her college thesis film as well as how filmmaking has changed for her in adulthood.
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annapaone.com2024-03-2654 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 15: Wonder Woman 1985 (2020)For Women’s History Month, we recognize a female-led blockbuster sequel, Wonder Woman 1984. Is this throwback a fun addition to the iconic legacy or a nostalgia fueled beginning of the end for a franchise? We debate and find out.2024-03-1253 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 14: Little Man (2006)To close out Black History Month, we’re recognizing one of the most prominent Black auteur teams, the Wayans Brothers. Is Little Man a nonsense comedy or brilliant yet underappreciated satire? Listen and find out.2024-02-2253 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 13: Valentine's Day (2010) w/ Lee & Maxim Allen-Lan
Today, we brought in some extra love with good friends, comedians, and married couple, Lee & Maxim Allen-Lan. They help us debate whether Valentine’s Day is a shallow celebrity stuffer or a true representation of love.
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Today, we have another edition of Cutting Room Floor with filmmaker, Diego Ramirez. We discuss his short film, The Blue Pendant, and his recent documentary, Still Strumming.
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2024-01-3040 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 12: Thirteen Ghosts (2001)Today, we’re joined by our good friend and CG artist, Vera Perez, to discuss the horror film Thirteen Ghosts. Is it an innovative visual spectacle or a thriller missing the suspense?
2024-01-2350 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 11: Waterworld (1995)
This episode marks Chris and Belton’s collective birthday as this film was #1 at the box office when they were born only to be remembered as one of the biggest bombs ever. Is it a smart character driven blockbuster or just run of the mill? We debate this film’s legacy.
2024-01-1658 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 10: Ghost Ship (2002)We debate this 2002 horror film that was highly impacted by a major event. Did it heal a nation or provide a lackluster experience?
2024-01-0948 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 9: Cool as Ice (1991)90s rap great, Vanilla Ice, had a starring vehicle set up by his record label. Was it bad marketing or successful in depicting how cool Ice really was?
**This episode was recorded before the start of the SAG-AFTRA strike.**2023-12-1253 minFilm vs MovieCutting Room Floor: Matt LevyWe sit down with fellow comedian and filmmaker, Matt Levy, to discuss his short film from college, A Portrait of the Sandwich Artist As A Young Man, and his progression as a filmmaker.
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https://twitter.com/rianjohnson/status/12187177385640878082023-12-0556 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 8: The Kissing Booth Trilogy (2018-2021)This episode, we discuss one of Netflix's most popular film franchises. Is the plot nonsensical or perfectly catered to their audience?
**This episode was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike started on July 14, 20232023-11-2859 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 7: Moonfall (2022)Produced during the pandemic, only the Master of Disaster himself, Roland Emmerich, could've gotten this done. Is it repetitive or transforming tropes in the genre?
**This episode was recorded before the start of the SAG-AFTRA strike on July 14, 2023.2023-11-2154 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 6: Barely Lethal (2015)We're headed back to high school for this teen action-comedy which receives all the praise from Chris but some critiques from Belton.
Follow us TikTok: @filmvsmovie Instagram: @filmvsmoviepod Belton DeLaine-Facey TikTok: @probablybelton Instagram: @belton.df Chris Shurr Instagram: chris_shurr2023-11-1458 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 5: The Bad Batch (2016)This episode, we debate The Bad Batch, a film that leaves much to the imagination which Chris argues is the perfect amount.
Follow us TikTok: @filmvsmovie Instagram: @filmvsmoviepod Belton DeLaine-Facey TikTok: @probablybelton Instagram: @belton.df Chris Shurr Instagram: chris_shurr2023-10-1757 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 4: Spider-Man: Lotus (2023)This fan film got a lot more buzz than asked for. Was it for the best? That's what we debate today.2023-09-1952 minFilm vs MovieCutting Room Floor: Belton DeLaine-FaceyToday, we're starting a new bonus series where we talk to filmmakers about their early work and how they've progressed as filmmakers, and who better to start us off than our own co-host.
Belton and Chris discuss his very first short and the struggles that come with no budget student filmmaking.2023-08-2950 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 3: Fateful Findings (2013)Today, we look at the work of one of the most popular amateur filmmakers out there, Neil Breen. Needs to improve or covert genius? You decide.2023-08-1549 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 2: Titanic II (2010)From the people who brought you Sharknado, comes this film that legally has no association with the movie you're thinking of. One could argue they've perfected their own genre of cinema.
**Disclaimer: This episode was recorded before the events surrounding the Ocean Gate submersible. Nothing we say was intended to relate to the events, victims, or their families.**2023-07-1158 minFilm vs MovieEpisode 1: Cats (2019)For our first episode, we watched everyone's favorite VFX fest, Cats. Belton gives his case why this critical darling is truly an imaginative work of art.2023-06-3054 minFilm vs MovieTrailerWelcome to Film vs Movie. New episodes will be out soon2023-06-2900 min
The Toni AwardsScream: Resurrection (w/ Belton Delaine-Facey)Today we analyze the strange alliances, family ties, and parking garages that plague the Dead-Fast Club.
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Two Nosy MeerkatsBeware the Barbs w/ Belton DeLaine-FaceyFeaturing our good friend and wonderful comic Belton, this episode spans the gamut between sports and pop culture (actually, that’s pretty much it). Belton gives the meerkats a layman’s explanation of the human interest story playing out on the Brooklyn Nets. Gabby talks Lana Del Rey’s oldest controversy. All three figure out a new way to pay people (reel footage). Listeners discus everything from how to stop doomscrolling to the thrilling tale of how Ray J got his start. Follow Belton at @belton.df on IG! TikTok: @lukastarnold Insta...2022-07-181h 34
Don't Quit Your Day JobEpisode 48 - Belton DeLaine-Facey: Screenwriting and Film!Hey Quitters! Have you ever wondered what it's like to work on a tv set or write your own movie? This week's guest, Belton DeLaine-Facey, has done both! Belton is a comedian friend of mine who has been doing screenwriting since college and has been working on set for 4 years now. We talk about his film-club in college, how reality shows are shot, and how to develop a screenplay! If you like Belton, give him a follow on IG @belton.df
If you like me, follow me on twitter @MaximOfAllen. You can also follow Don't Quit Your...2021-07-201h 30
The Boys in the IcebergEpisode 20: Book One Finale!We made it to the finale!!! Can you believe it's now been TWENTY episodes? Neither can we, but here we are. Jon and Jeff dive into book 1, episode 20 - "The Siege of the North (Part 2)." Arguably a top-5 all-time episode of the series, Team Avatar finds itself fending off Zhao and his Fire Nation fleet while Aang heads into the Spirit World for help finding the moon and ocean spirits. this episode has everything. We FINALLY enter the spirit world for real! Koh the Facestealer has enough creepiness and easter eggs for the whole series! Zuko vs Katara! Zhao vs the...2020-10-291h 23
The Boys in the IcebergEpisode 13: Zuko's Got the BluesJon and Jeff are joined by special guest host Belton Delaine-Facey to discuss episode 13 of book 1, "The Blue Spirit." After last week's storm, Sokka and Katara find themselves with a delirious illness, sending Aang off to discover the only way to help them is via frozen frogs. But that's only the start of the weirdness! Zhao continues his inexplicable ascent up the ranks of the Fire Nation military, and thanks to some fancy new archers, manages to capture Aang. Zuko isn't gonna let that slide - the Avatar is HIS to be captured. Zhao's in good with the Firelord. But Zuko...2020-10-061h 19