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Ben and Eric’s PodcastFace/Off (1997) || Ep:99Ben may have mixed up his recording dates but that doesn't mean he totally forgot about this classic and wonderfully unique action movie. There's a lot of controversy around if this movie is good or complete garbage, but our hosts are here to settle it once and for all. Do you think this movie could hold the interest of young audiences? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow...
2026-02-081h 30Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Rip & Blue Lights || Ep:98Matt Damon is on the pod and not for the Odyssey, but for a netflix original with his partner in crime Ben Affleck. Is another stroke of brilliance from these two icons, or just another crowd pleasing milquetoast netflix movie? Get your globe out! The Brits are drawing lines on maps again. Policing isn't easy, but its much harder when 800 years of colonization dictates what neighborhood you live in. But is it something you can just dramatise? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/
2026-01-251h 13Ben and Eric’s PodcastMarty Supreme & Pluribus || Ep: 97Special guest and long time listener Brian joins our hosts for the very first time to talk about pieces rising in popularity this holiday season. Josh Safdie's solo directorial debut is getting a lot of Oscars buzz but is it just an overreaction to the marketing? And Bravo Vince Gilligan is making yet another show set in the town of, you guessed it, Albuquerque. The guys speculate on where the show might go and just how long we'd really spend with it before a climacting ending. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/...
2026-01-111h 37Ben and Eric’s Podcast2025- A year in review || Ep: 96It's the holiday season, and with it comes a recap of the year 2025. Our hosts review their top 3 favorite movies of the year, with an extensive list of honorable mentions. Some TV is discussed as well as any other thing they may have watched this year. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/F...
2025-12-281h 10Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Beast In Me || Ep: 95Ben and Eric talk turkey about their shared thanksgiving and then it's Netflix's The Beast In Me. Matthew Rhys gets his flowers but what does Ben really know about this dramatic, pulpy show? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscri...
2025-12-1458 minBen and Eric’s PodcastFrankenstein (2025) & Death By Lightning || Ep: 94The guys are back reviewing the least scary monster movie of 2025. They discuss Guillermo Del Toro's moviemaking, the standout performance and the not so outstanding performances. Then the loaded cast of Death By Lightning is discussed at length and Ben questions the historical validity of the plot.Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcas...
2025-11-301h 33Ben and Eric’s PodcastSorry, Baby (2025) || Ep: 93This episode our hosts explore Eva Victor's auteur debut as writer, director, and star. The topic of this movie is very heavy and containing a detailed account of a sexual assault which our hosts talk about in the spoiler section (29:28- 1:02:20). Then we move to a lighter topic with banter about life updates and pod planning. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instag...
2025-11-161h 30Ben and Eric’s PodcastSpringsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere || Ep: 92We're back! After some sick leave our hosts are talking about a movie they've been waiting for ~43 years. While he might not have known it was going to happen, this movie takes place at the exact time that Eric was becoming Bruce's biggest fan. Our hosts strip back the movie's tone and trivia. Eric does his fair share of live fact-checks, cross referencing his vast knowledge of Bruce's biographies. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV review...
2025-11-021h 42Ben and Eric’s PodcastOne Battle After Another || Ep: 91Paul Thomas Anderson! The boys catch up about family and school, and the new show Netflix just dropped featuring the Culinary Institute of America. Then they dive deep into PTA's newest feature film. Then Eric has a dastardly premonition, the performances are discussed and compared at length, and are the themes of this movie that relevant to the plot?Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow...
2025-10-121h 23Ben and Eric’s PodcastThree Days of the Condor & Shoresy || Ep: 90Superfan, lifelong friend, and merch man Brad joins our hosts to talk all about Robert Redford's performance in one of his lesser known movies. Then we talk Shoresy, the best thing to get out of Canada since they got rid of Trudeau. We had a great time recording, but Brad began to have some technical issues and it was a bit more difficult to keep the conversation seemless. We hope you still enjoy!Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Foll...
2025-09-271h 32Ben and Eric’s PodcastFriendship || Ep: 89It's a Tim Robinson episode! Love him or hate you just have to watch it. First our hosts talk about the new digs and semester of school. Then its the controversial comedy both admired and abhorred. Shoutout to our friends at "We Saw A Movie" for the shoutouts, they're a great crew with great takes on this movie as well. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Foll...
2025-09-141h 17Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Quintessential Emmy's Prediction || Ep: 88Another day goes by where you can legally bet the mortgage on Gary Oldman farting his way into an Emmy for his role in Slow Horses. We don't think you should, but you can! And before all that, some classic podcast banter about the vacations both of our hosts took! Ben guesses incorrectly the % of oxygen in air, and Eric talks insurance fraud and significant attitude and lifestyle change.
2025-08-311h 03Ben and Eric’s PodcastThere Will Be Blood || EP: 87A classic for the ages! Our hosts waste no time delving deep into what some consider the best performance of all time. Do our hosts agree, and is it just because of a recent chance meeting with the actor? Could it be improved upon, could the movie? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcas...
2025-08-171h 31Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Amateur (2025) & Dept. Q || Ep: 86Rami Malek's new action hero movie is the topic for today, but first, Ben has a wonderful little story about meeting a very kind and talented couple. Then Netflix's new psychological drama has critics raving but what do our hosts have to say?Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on...
2025-08-031h 27Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Bear S4 || Ep: 85The Bear is back with another bang! It is making it's third appearance on the pod with another deep dive into all episodes of season 4. Our hosts get into the nitty gritty of the production woes, acting exhibitions, and the improvements and challenges still facing them from last season. Tune in for all that and more! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https...
2025-07-131h 54Ben and Eric’s PodcastNorth of North & Hunter X Hunter || Ep: 84It's a TV double header! Our hosts are watching a show the other one has recommended that we otherwise would stay away from. Our hosts dissect what draws them into each show. Maybe the bigger question, is Ben finally going to publish the episode on time?? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow...
2025-06-291h 09Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Ballad of Wallis Island & Andor S2 || Ep: 83Jess is back and with them comes a plethora of recommendations like this one, Wallis Island. Our triumvirate dive deep into what makes this movie so heartwarming and hilarious, and what can happen with a shoestring budget and a hell of a lot of talent. Then, its Disney's $300 million dollar season of galactic rebellion. We talk about how it builds on last season, where exactly it carries us into in the Star Wars canon, how it throws it punches and what exactly they are aiming at. Jess’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/makingajess/Track Ben’s movie...
2025-06-161h 29Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Apartment (1960) || Ep: 82We're taking a look at The Apartment this episode, deep dive wise. Our hosts are a little late to the game but are now less excited to talk about a classic piece of moviemaking. We discuss the legacy this film left behind, if that holds up today, and our own theories on this movie's time and place. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: ht...
2025-06-011h 12Ben and Eric’s PodcastSinners (2025) || Ep: 81A Ryan Coogler blues movie scored by Ludwig Gorannson? Michael B. Jordan, twice? Irish Vampires? What more could any fan ask for? Our hosts dive deep on what's hottest right now, discussing the "controvetial" ownership of Sinners, as well as its undeniable musical numbers and powerful symbolism. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcas...
2025-05-181h 23Ben and Eric’s PodcastWarfare (2025) and MobLand || Ep: 80CALL ON MEEEEE! Today's episode is a discussion about Alex Garland's newest movie with a special guest! Jess joins us as we discuss the message behind the film and and just how political this movie is. Then, MobLand, a new show with pod favorite Tom Hardy. Guy Ritchie's show is on Paramount + and features a strong ensamble cast and a loose plot surrounding the English criminal underground, a familiar topic for Mr. Ritchie. Jess’s Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/makingajess/ Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie revie...
2025-05-041h 25Ben and Eric’s PodcastMickey 17 (2025) & Adolescence || Ep: 79On today's episode Eric's coworker Charlie joins us to talk about the latest in movies and TV. Bong Joon Ho is back with a bang... or is it a bust? Then Adolescence, Netflix's #1 show was released to critical fanfare. Stephen Graham and Jack Throne take a unique approach to tell a modern realist story about a child accused of murder. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on...
2025-04-201h 36Ben and Eric’s PodcastCommon Side Effects & Other TV || B&E Ep: 782025 might not have impressed its slate of movies but it does not lack with TV. New and established creators are coming out with great new shows and seasons using a variety of platforms. Check out Eric's reviews and recaps of the most exciting new seasons of TV in 2025!Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics...
2025-04-061h 21Ben and Eric’s PodcastFlow (2024) & Howl's Moving Castle || B&E Ep: 77It's an animation episode! Oscar winning Flow is discussed alongside Studio Ghibli classic Howl's Moving Castle (2004). The creation story of Flow is a very modern and heartwarming story of independent creators' dedication to the medium. Meanwhile, Howl's Moving Castle is an extraordinary story told by one of the most talented animators and animation teams in the world. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Ins...
2025-03-231h 16Ben and Eric’s PodcastOscar recap & Paradise || B&E Ep: 76Eric took home another victory in our Oscar prediction competition, making him the victor two years running. Personal peril precede our Oscar thoughts and controversies before discussing Paradise. Out on hulu, Paradise is in it's first season and boast a critical standing ovation for its 7th episode. Also coming to hulu on March 17th is best picture winner Anora. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow...
2025-03-091h 10Ben and Eric’s PodcastOscars 2025! || B&E Ep: 75The Oscars are so back! But how relevant are they to the film industry? And why should you care what wins? We are playing our game where we predict the results while also putting down a vote on what we think should win. Play along with us during the pod, or listen before watching the oscars on March 2nd. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Ins...
2025-02-231h 28Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Brutalist (2024) & The Pitt || B&E Ep: 74Did you know the Hudson River reverses its flow? Eric didn't either, and it confused Ben for a long time. Look it up, it's kind of cool. Anyways, The Brutalist stars Adrien Brody and Felicity Jones in a period drama set in Doylestown, PA. It's nominated for 8 oscars, and is speculated to win a few important ones, as well. The Pitt is a ER show set over 15 real time hours. It follows an ensemble of ER doctors and nurses navigating an overcrowded and underfunded hospital wing. But how gross and gory could it really be? Track Ben’s movie re...
2025-02-091h 19Ben and Eric’s PodcastA Complete Unknown (2024) & The Agency || B&E Ep: 73We start off our episode having just heard about the tragic passing of legendary filmmaker David Lynch and we address how that loss makes us feel. The timing of the announcement was sudden and unfortunate but our hosts do eventually discuss Timothee Chalamet and Bob Dylan, and their cultueral impacts then and now. Books, documentaries, movies and interviews are all cited to answer the pressing question, how big of an ass is Bob Dylan really? Then our hosts move on to another spy show, but this one isn't finished yet. Starring Michael Fassbender and a slate of talented actors...
2025-01-261h 16Ben and Eric’s PodcastConclave (2024) & Black Doves || B&E Ep: 72We're starting off 2025 with two late 2024 releases! Is it left leaning Oscar bait, or is it a grounded and intensified tale as old as time? Conclave will certainly be nominated for a few oscars, but will it deserve to win? And Netlfix's new hyjinx dripping spy drama reaches a massive audience. But why should you care? Thank you to all our listeners who appreciate our content.Track Ben’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substa...
2025-01-121h 17Ben and Eric’s PodcastHome Alone (1990) || B&E Ep: 71Home Alone needs no introduction, but does it withstand the test of time? What will our hosts (one of whom had never seen it) think of a family feel-good comedy from the 90s? Where does this movie fall in the canon of such popular entertainment?
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2024-12-291h 02Ben and Eric’s PodcastLove Actually (2003) || B&E Holidays Ep: 70Happy Holidays! Our hosts take on a Christmas classic and really break it down to what its worth. You might be mistaken if you think your vigilant hosts would take it easy or hold this movie to any standard lower than usual. But most of all, is it a good Christmas picture? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-12-151h 31Ben and Eric’s PodcastAnora (2024) & Say Nothing || B&E Ep: 69Ben is back! Italy couldn't hold him forever, and he's very glad to be back and in the studio. First is Sean Baker's newest feature about a sex worker caught in a whirlwind of a lavish family drama. Then, Say Nothing is a new series on Hulu about the conflict between IRA and Britain. It follows a core group of IRA members who blur the lines of liberators and perpetuators. Track Ben’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his...
2024-12-021h 18Ben and Eric’s PodcastMegalopolis (2024) & Bad Monkey || B&E Ep: 68Well, what could we say about this movie that hasn't already been said. Francis Ford Coppola's latest lawsuit printing endeavor has really not panned out how he thought it would have. Our hosts were just as shocked at how the movie panned out. Then, Vince Vaughn's newest sun-soaked Florida keys comedy. Having very little to actually do with a monkey, Vince's character leads the audience through a nasty and hilarious underworld of fraud, corruption, and love. Megalopolis is streaming on Starz, Bad Monkey can be found on Apple TV+. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/...
2024-11-101h 10Ben and Eric’s PodcastStalker (1979) & Taskmaster || B&E Ep: 67This is the kind of media diversity you stay for. Eric finally caves and reviews one of Ben's art films, a Soviet era story where three men enter the "Zone" to fulfill their greatest desires. Then, the British game show Taskmaster throws Eric for a conceptual loop. It's a show where 5 comics compete in meaningless tasks for meaningless prizes. It's great! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-10-271h 22Ben and Eric’s PodcastHand of God & Industry || B&E Ep: 66In preparations for Ben's trip he recommends a newer Italian film. Starring popular Italian actors, does it live up to the first time he watched it or was it just rose colored glasses? Then, Industry season one. Not a show you can really watch in public, our hosts discuss the features and flaws and the show's bright future. As a reminder, the show is switching to a two week release schedule for the time being. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-10-131h 16Ben and Eric’s PodcastBreaking Away & My Brilliant Friend || B&E Ep: 65In this episode our hosts reminisce about an almost forgotten American classic. Those were the days, back when you could search for your American identity on a bike near a quarry. Then, Ben has a lovely time correcting Eric's Italian pronunciation while figuring out exactly how and why he's excited about the TV show. In addition, for the time being episodes will be released every 2 weeks due to our hosts scheduling conflicts. I'd just like to take this moment to thank all our loyal listeners for sticking with us during this time, we love you all. You can find...
2024-09-291h 11Ben and Eric’s PodcastAugust Recap || B&E Ep: 64We're back! Sorry for missing a week, but we were busy- you get it. Our hosts are back in a big way talking all the movies and TV they watched in August, and everything to look forward to in September! Don't miss Ben's big fall plans, Eric's ninth job in six months, or any drama in the family, here right now! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-09-151h 37Ben and Eric’s PodcastOnce & Sing Street || B&E Ep: 63What's in a name? Ben explains (more than once) just in case you forgot. He also voices his disdain for the behind the scenes trickery that his co-host got up to behind his back :(. Superfan Marie and long time friend of the pod joins us for this unique episode, two John Carney movies back to back. Our hosts get into semi-spoiler BTS content from Once early on, but the Sing Street discussion is spoiler free until a clearly marked time. Once is available to rent on Prime and Sing Street can be found on Netflix. Track Ben’s movie re...
2024-09-011h 41Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Accountant & Young Sheldon || B&E Ep: 62We're baaack! The RV campers are here and we're podding! Julian joins Ben (Julian is the face you are seeing I couldn't crop and frame the video tracks so you only get his :) in regaling Eric with tales of adventure, smells, and drunken foolishness. Don't worry, they will start talking about the media eventually. Find out who Julian is replacing as co-host and how Eric almost crashed the recording right now! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-08-251h 18Ben and Eric’s PodcastMoonstruck & July Recap || B&E Ep: 61If you're confused about the format and also have Erics personal phone number I implore you to reach out and voice your concern to HIM personally. This is a single episode about both the classic rom-com Moonstruck AND the July Recap. If this is too much content at once, we recommend taking a week long break and tuning back in, while simultaneously ignoring the fact that we will be absent next week due to Ben's vacation. Again, I implore you to contact Eric personally to voice any complaints you may have. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.co...
2024-08-111h 27Ben and Eric’s PodcastPresumed Innocent || B&E Ep: 60Rusty Sabich is a devilish man, but did he do that shit? This episode reviews both the new Apple TV show and the 1990 movie, available on Prime. They talk about both pieces spoiler free until 39:55. Our hosts speculate and examine what makes each piece worth or not worth your time, but could not figure out their transitions for the life of them. Watch them struggle as they execute two bumpy landings for the spoiler-free and spoiler segments. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-08-041h 06Ben and Eric’s PodcastDonnie Darko & Dark Matter || B&E Ep: 59A certain version of a classics episode, an older, classic movie joins a newer show based on similar core concepts. Hwoever compelling these pieces may be, our hosts stopped off at any and all segues. Ben's work problems, travel, cooking, and trash talk were fun, Eric criticizing from the sidelines while Ben lives life boldly. Technical problems and family were also fun topics for our hosts to butt heads on. Donnie Darko can be rented and bought on Amazon and Dark Matter on Apple TV. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-07-281h 42Ben and Eric’s PodcastJune Recap || B&E EP: 58On today's episode our hosts are recapping the movies and TV they watched in June and announcing what they are looking forward to in July. Plus, big news from the Nerenberg family unit! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-07-221h 21Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Bear - Season 3 || B&E Ep: 57The Bear is back! And joining our hosts is super fan and friend of the pod Jesse Chen! You'll have to forgive Jesse's mic, we tried our damnedest to get it to a good level :). On this episode these three amigos discuss their opinions about each individual episode, in order. We break down what happens in each episode and how we feel about it.
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2024-07-141h 35Ben and Eric’s PodcastAlmost Famous || B&E Classics Ep: 56I'm on drugs! Ben and Eric talk Almost Famous, Cameron Crowe's box office failure with a cult following staring Kate Hudson and Billy Crudup. Don't miss Eric reveling in the fact that Ben did not grow up with this generation of music, and Ben feeling younger by the minute. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-07-071h 03Ben and Eric’s PodcastInterview with Alec Schulman || B&E Ep: 55This episode is an interview with composer, producer, and star Alec Schulman! He's an LA based filmmaker who we ask about what it's taking him to make his own short film, Corser Hill. Linked below will be the gofundme to donate to Alec's production so he can produce this film to the best of his abilities. Thank you all for tuning in. Gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-bring-corser-hill-to-life
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2024-06-301h 01Ben and Eric’s PodcastHitman & Hacks || Ep: 54Richard Linklater's newest collaboration with Glen Powell is on the podcast. Then the three season long comedy Hacks is up for discussion. But joining our hosts is very special guest and Maryland State Delegate Marc Korman! Marc is an active community leader, cinephile, and podcast Superman, and it was our genuine pleasure to talk about both these pieces with him.
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2024-06-2357 minBen and Eric’s PodcastThe Taste of Things & We Are Lady Parts || B&E EP: 53Our hosts get down and dirty in the kitchen with the award winning 2023 French film. They talk food, film, and life's other great pleasures. Then, our hosts find they harbor differing opinions on the two season Peacock original comedy. Neither one of our hosts changing their mind, we're asking you, our loyal listeners, to watch at least the first scene of We Are Lady Parts and get back to us ASAP with your honest opinion. We always love feedback, but we need it in this instance to settle the score. Linked below are the usual links as well as an...
2024-06-151h 21Ben and Eric’s PodcastMay Recap! || B&E Ep: 52The month of May is through, so Ben and Eric are recapping all the movies and TV they watched this month. Then they look forward to all the movies and TV they recommend for the month of June! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-06-0948 minBen and Eric’s PodcastMad Max Fury Road & Furious: A Mad Max Saga || B&E Ep: 51The latest two installments in the Mad Max cinematic universe are on the pod today! Our hosts discuss just how fucking cool the films are and their critical reception without spoilers until 1:12:40. Fury Road is discusses first and reminisced on before Furiosa is reviewed.
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2024-06-021h 28Ben and Eric’s PodcastBack To Black & Pachinko || B&E Ep: 50The big 5-0! Thank you all for your support and engagement with this podcast, from the bottom of our hearts. This episode features the 2024 Amy Winehouse biopic in theaters as of now. Our hosts discuss the honesty of its portrayal and its place in the canon of musician biopics. Pachinko is Apple TV's 2021 criminally underrated show featuring a Korean family's generational struggle to overcome their circumstances. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-05-261h 09Ben and Eric’s PodcastPsycho and Band Of Brothers || B&E Classics Ep: 49Classics is back! Our hosts discuss Psycho and its place in our world and Hitchcock's filmography. Then, our hosts discuss the criminally under-appreciated Band Of Brothers.
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2024-05-201h 31Ben and Eric’s PodcastApril Recap || B&E Ep: 48Happy Mothers Day! April is gone and out hosts are eager to recap what they watched. May is here now and our hosts have a long list of recommendations to watch out for this month. Ben is in the beginning stages of a production so watch out for updates about that later in the summer.
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2024-05-131h 09Ben and Eric’s PodcastThe Talented Mr. Ripley & Ripley || B&E Ep: 47This week's episode is all about Tom Ripley, who he is, who he isn't, and who he's trying to be. This episode is the usual format, but it quickly became difficult for our hosts to discuss one piece without quickly comparing it to the other.
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2024-05-051h 16Ben and Eric’s PodcastNapoleon & 3 Body Problem || B&E Ep: 46Ridley Scott's latest film Napoleon makes an appearance on the pod. The guys talk about the real Napoleon, Napoleon movies, and what's next for Ridley on Apple TV+. Then, after years of delay, the Davids have finally come up with something to adapt. 3 Body Problem is Netflix's new mind bending sci-fi drama based on an award winning novel. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/
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2024-04-281h 21Ben and Eric’s Podcast20 Days in Mariupol & Tokyo Vice || B&E Ep: 45Having a good day? Well tune it because our hosts go off the beaten path of movie reviews and get into their opinions on politics. No, we didn't forget that we're only armchair movie critics. However, I believe this piece moved us so deeply that it led to a discussion of things bigger than the making of entertainment. And then in our usual fashion we resumed talking about TV with HBO's Tokyo Vice.
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2024-04-1450 minBen and Eric’s PodcastMarch Recap! || B&E Ep: 44March is out like a lamb and Ben and Eric are talking about it! Ben and Eric are recapping the movies and TV they watched in March while announcing what they are looking forward to in April. Tune in for updates on our hosts and suggestions for the following weeks.
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2024-04-0746 minBen and Eric’s PodcastRoadhouse & The Gentlemen || B&E Ep: 43Our hiatus is over, and out feels so good to be back! On this episode our hosts are talking about Jake Gyllenhaal's Road House remake and Guy Ritchie's The Gentlemen. Beware, our hosts have a lot news to catch up on and might not get to your highly anticipated movie and show as soon as you might like. That being said, this episode is full of hot takes and regalia about life and entertainment. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it.
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2024-03-311h 22Ben and Eric’s PodcastHow to manage expectations || B&E Ep: 42Dune Part 2 is finally here, and it's a doozy! Our hosts have called an emergency pod to discuss it at length and with spoilers. This episode is full of speculation, recency bias, and woefully mismanaged expectations. Ben, unsurprisingly, is the culprit of those expectations, and may have said some things he's regretted saying. Find out exactly what he was thinking and more on this episode.
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2024-03-171h 14Ben and Eric’s PodcastBen and Eric Host the Oscars! || B&E 41In another award season episode Ben and Eric give you their Oscar predictions. Like the Emmys episode, our hosts talk about their predictions for what will win as well as their predictions for what should win, and we made it into a competition again. Each host will get 1 point for a correct "should win" prediction, and 3 points for a correct "will win" prediction. Tune in to our instagram for the results of the game after the Oscars air live Tomorrow, 3/10 at 7PM EST.
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2024-03-101h 04Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 40: Perfect Days & Station Eleven pt.2It seems our hosts have a taste for Oscar nominees, as Perfect Days is Japan's submission for best international feature. Writer and director Wim Wenders is back with another methodically slow story about a quiet man. Station Eleven is back on the pod, and since Ben has finished now, our hosts have a lot more to say. Suffice to say this review of Station eleven is spoiled from the very beginning of the segment.
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2024-03-031h 07Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 39: Zone of Interest & Mr. and Mrs. SmithWe wade into the sea of SPOILERS as our hosts discuss another strong candidate for best picture of 2023. Jonathan Glazer has outdone himself and the genre of WWII filmmaking with his new film. One of our favorite women of the year Sandra Hüller stars as an evil nazi wife (which means Ben was right during anatomy of a fall). Then it’s Mr. And Mrs. Smith created by, produced by, directed by, and starring Atlanta royalty. The 8 part series on Amazon prime is an artsy expansion of the movie concept and how relationships exist in a network of spies. Tra...
2024-02-2559 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 38: Poor Things & FargoIs it feminism? Is it misogyny? Is it trash or treasure? Yorgos Lanthimos' newest feature hit the silver screen and caused a controversy across the globe. Our hosts are divided and united under the Lanthimos and his newest film. Then, the very fictional Fargo is discussed. The quirky and frozen series of anthology dramas lead our hosts on a wild ride across the tundra of the Minnesota landscape into places unknown. Poor Things will be available to buy or rent on Apple TV, Prime Video and other transactional video-on-demand platforms beginning on Feb. 27. Stream Fargo on Hulu.
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2024-02-181h 13Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 37 Classics: InterstellarChris Nolan is back on the pod, and local pod enthusiast Scott is here to tell you all about it. This episode is a breakdown and analysis of the beats of this film and of course our hosts very subjective opinions. Spoilers beware, we hope that when you tune in for this episode that you have already seen the movie and are looking for a new experience with the movie or to find out more about your favorite Nolan film.
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2024-02-111h 26Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 36: December Recap!In case you missed it, here's what Ben and Eric recommend from December's slate of movies. Also, the movies and TV we're watching now, and looking forward to in 2024. We know it's February but we can't stress enough how important we believe a December recap is right now.
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2024-02-0456 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 35: Anatomy of a Fall & Station ElevenA quick victory lap from Eric's Emmy predictions lead into a discussion of Palme D'or winner Anatomy of a Fall. Beware of spoilers (25:58) but this kind of drama was too good not to talk about the ending, they resume their discussion (41:20) with Station Eleven. An eerily familiar plot to us now but with Simpsons-esque timing and predictions of the future, this show is about how the world heals from a global pandemic.
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2024-01-281h 13Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 34 Classics: City of God & Good TimesOur hosts go to Brazil to talk about a film that blurs the lines between fiction and documentary. This movie is a portrayal of life in the real City of God outside of Rio De Janeiro. Then we really take a trip to the past with Norman Lear's Good Times, a sitcom about a black family living in Chicago. This show is one of many of Norman Lear's influential sitcoms and tv shows. This podcast is hosted/proeduced by Eric Nerenberg and Ben Dorsey.
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2024-01-211h 06Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 33: Ben and Eric Host The Emmys!Welcome to the 75th Annual Emmy Award Show! On today's episode we're predicting who will win the Emmys. The format goes as follows: Ben and Eric choose two picks for each category separately, a nominee they believe will win and a nominee they believe should win (they can be the same nominee). In the episode recorded after the award show we will tally up the points and declare a winner. Please enjoy our hosts having tons of fun talking all different kinds of TV from 2023.
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2024-01-141h 10Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 32: Ferrari & Slow HorsesHope... hope is not lost on today's ep. The holiday movies have been under scrutiny but one has shown its true colors and our hosts are pleased. Ferrari is Michael Mann's first feature since 2015 and we are very happy with his debut on the podcast. Our hosts talk spoilers at 30:40 and resume the show (44:54) with Slow Horses. British TV once again showers our hosts in rainy days and talented casts & crew. Contrary to its name this show released episodes at a blistering pace, set to release 4 seasons in a little over 2 years. Ferrari is in theaters and will be...
2024-01-071h 11Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 31: May December & Scavenger's ReignIs it Oscar bait? An Oscar contender? May December is in the crosshairs this episode, and our hosts let you know their secret on how to enjoy this movie to the fullest extent. Then Scavenger's Reign, a quietly released limited series on HBO, takes a hold of our hosts and doesn't let go. And for our most loyal listeners, find out what Ben really has to say about martinis after trying one for the very first time! This podcast is hosted and produced by Eric Nerenberg and Ben Dorsey.
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2023-12-311h 07Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 30: Our Top 3 movies of 2023!On this episode our hosts made a list of their top 3 movies that they saw this year. Find out just how similar our hosts really are with their "free thinking" rankings. Also, they discuss Eric's list of top shows from 2023, a ranking you can check out on Eric’s TV reviews on substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/
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2023-12-241h 04Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 29: The Holdovers & A Charlie Brown ChristmasIt’s a holidays pod! These two Jews take on Christmas this year with a jolly attitude and warm hearts. And if you’re wondering what on earth our hosts could argue over while (29:50) Charlie Brown is on, just you wait. You can buy the Holdovers on major streaming platforms, and you can watch A Charlie Brown Christmas on Apple TV+. This podcast is hosted and produced by Eric Nerenberg and Ben Dorsey.
2023-12-1858 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 28 Classics: Gone GirlFincher is back! This classic isn't so old, but you can put this film up against the best of the best. Our hosts dive deep into the directing, acting, and plot of the movie, plus the legacy of Fincher's movies in the modern era. And after all that, special guest and generous sponsor Eric Tecosky of Dirty Sue joins our hosts for a very special ad read. You can rent Gone Girl on major streaming platforms. This podcast is hosted and produced by Eric Nereberg and Ben Dorsey.
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2023-12-1047 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 27: The Killer & Happy ValleyIf Tyler Durden is a toxic male idol for Ben's generation, then Michael Fassbender in The Killer is that toxic male idol for Eric's generation. Fincher is finally on the pod with his newest Netflix release and our hosts are very excited. Then, British TV keeps its glorious run on the podcast alive. Happy Valley is a Yorkshire crime drama with a big heart and some nasty violence that would make Fincher glad to see. You can stream the killer on Netflix and watch Happy Valley on AMC+. This podcast is hosted by Eric Nerenberg and host/producer Ben...
2023-12-051h 11Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 26: Priscilla & Special Ops: LionessThank god for this guest today offering something our hosts could never, a woman's perspective. What a sausage fest it would have been without her. Caraline argues her well researched facts and articulates her feelings while her boyfriend stumbles through a google doc with his half-baked ideas strewn randomly. (51:24) Caraline leaves just in time for Ben to explain the male gaze to Eric while discussing Special Ops. He then abandons all objective analysis and rants about the current political systems. If you're here looking for Eric's opinion, you should try to find it in a different episode. Priscilla is...
2023-11-261h 40Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 25: Killers of the Flower Moon & AtlantaWe're finally doing Scorsese! Marty's most recent release is the subject of the most influential pod in film and TV. Finally, right? Our hosts take the opportunity to gush while learning about what this movie is and what it means to people. (43:17) Atlanta is the show, so get ready for two white guys from the northeast to take on a dramedy about race in Atlanta! But really our hosts can't get enough of good writing, ideas, and performances, and Atlanta has it all. This podcast is hosted by Eric Nerenberg and host/producer Ben Dorsey.
2023-11-191h 14Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 24: Flora and Son & Drops of GodIf this episode were a boat, Eric would have grounded it. It wouldn't be sunk, but damn near close. His intentions were pure when choosing this movie, but maybe his on-air martini skewed his judgement of it (we'll never know for sure). John Carney's most recent writer/director piece is underachieving to say the least. For the TV section (24:02), our hosts are joined by family member and wine snob extraordinaire, Zach Nerenberg! Drops of God brings back the tide and our trio sails into the beautiful, open seas of television. You can stream both of these pieces on Apple...
2023-11-121h 10Ben and Eric’s PodcastEp 23 Classics: Fantastic Mr. FoxIt's a family reunion! Newlywed and film enthusiast Julie Roberts joins the pod as our first guest ever! Today's episode is about one of all of our personal favorites, Fantastic Mr. Fox. We talk everything beautiful about this movie, all-star performances, and Wes Anderson's filmography. This feels like a good time to mention we absolutely love listener interaction and feedback. So, if you feel strongly about a movie or TV show please let us know, however you can. We will do our best to include you or your ideas in the show. Stream Fantastic Mr. Fox on Max. This...
2023-11-0551 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 22: Spooky Special: HalloweenNothing can prepare you for the end of this episode 😳. Get in the spooky season mood, it's a Halloween special! John Carpenter's Halloween (1978) is the subject of today's ep. It took lies and deceit but Ben actually got Eric to see a scary movie (he'll never forgive him). This pod is hosted by Eric Nerenberg and host/producer Ben Dorsey. Buy/rent Halloween on major streaming platforms. This podcast is sponsored by Dirtysue.com and executive produced by Jennie Nerenberg, responsible for keeping Ben and Eric alive and well for many years :)
2023-10-2936 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 21: Bottoms & Perry MasonBen and Eric are like neighbors screaming at each other over the white picket fence on this pod. They dug their trenches deep and are in an unceasing conflict over what they think of Bottoms. Please don't pick sides, we're all one big family at the end of the day, we'll get through this. Dead Baby??? Perry Mason (27:27) brings our hosts back into the same boat, and Eric flexes the hell out of his TV knowledge. This show isn't for the faint of heart, but this episode is for any and all listeners. Buy/rent Bottoms on most major streaming...
2023-10-2250 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 20: How To Blow Up A Pipeline & BreedersIf you come to this episode hoping to learn about the step by step process of blowing up an oil pipeline, IT'S HERE⬇️! Learn with our simple step by step tutorial for the bang of a lifetime! They won't forget you after this one, you're going to make real change. But if you didn't come for that, Britain beats America once again in the theater of war- I mean theater of television. Breeders is a parent/child comedy that you should not show your young ones. Stream How To Blow Up A Pipeline and Breeders on Hulu. The Breeders segm...
2023-10-1552 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 19: Past Lives & SuccessionIf you were already sick of our voices, get ready to get sick of our faces. This ep has broken down barriers, Ben was actually more excited to talk about the TV show than the movie⁉️ Find out what our hosts think about the buzzing directorial debut from Celine Song. We heard you guys on instagram again, and hit series Succession is on the pod! Months past the buzz of the fourth season, our hosts start the spoiler free dialogue up again of the first season and the show as a whole. Past Lives is for rent on some major stre...
2023-10-0754 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 18: Babylon & The BearLet your voice be heard! Our wonderful fans chose this episode's TV show, and they came through with an all time pick. Our hosts loved recording this episode so much, they did it twice! New technology is a peach... Hollywood's soft white underbelly is in the limelight as Ben and Eric try to keep their discussion shy of the 3 hour run time of this epic. Ben is breaking the fourth wall--> I'm about to make a bold prediction, the Bear will go down as one of the best shows in TV history when it ends! You heard it here first...
2023-10-0159 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 17 Classics: Lawrence of ArabiaThere’s something about this pod that they didn’t like…, they enjoyed it. Ben and Eric stop in the desert on their blood soaked pod-path through the film industry, past and present. This classic receives the recognition it deserves as our hosts look forward to conquer the next film. This pod is hosted by Eric Nerenberg alongside host/producer Ben Dorsey. You can rent Lawrence of Arabia on most major streaming sites, and this podcast is sponsored by Dirty Sue, go to Dirtysue.com to upgrade your martini and any other cocktail accessories. Thank you all for tuning in, we lov
2023-09-2551 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 16: The Worst Person In The World & Somebody SomewhereYou might have noticed that the long winded segments tend to be the ones Ben feels he *really* has to say something. This episode is the perfect example of this. Our hosts’ sails are full in the movie section, and nice and concise when discussing the show. Find out who exactly the worst person in the world is on this episode. Ben and Eric’s podcast is hosted by Eric Nerenberg and host/producer Ben Dorsey. This podcast is sponsored by dirtysue.com.
2023-09-1959 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 15 Classics: Butch Cassidy and The Sundance KidMorons, I have morons on my pod… Eric looks like the captain of the Harvard debate club the way he dismantles Ben’s arguments. A classic is put under the lamp of scrutiny and gets out without a scratch, it’s hard to find a flaw with this film. You can stream Butch Cassidy on Max, this podcast is hosted by Eric Nerenberg alongside host/producer Ben Dorsey. Thanks for tuning in, we’ll see you next time!
2023-09-1346 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 14: RRR & Reservation DogsOur hosts explore unfamiliar lands and talk two productions that might have flown under your radar. RRR is India’s highest grossing film globally in 2022 and a thrill ride of independence, action, and touching pride. Reservation Dogs is wrapping up it’s third and final season as we speak. It follows a group of Native American teens trying to escape the world they grew up in. Taking a page from the Italian Neorealism movement it tugs at the heart strings but has a great sense of humor. As always this podcast is hosted by Eric Nerenberg along with host/producer Ben...
2023-09-0751 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 13: Triangle of Sadness & The DiplomatVomit Piss and Shit! Ruben Östlund’s seasick class drama is in the spotlight and it stands unapologetically proud of itself. Then Deborah Cahn’s fast talking political thriller takes our hosts across the pond to Britain. Eric is in his wheelhouse with a Sorkin-esque drama starring one of his favorites Keri Russell. You can stream Triangle of Sadness on Hulu and The Diplomat is on Netflix. This podcast is hosted by Eric Nerenberg along with host/producer Ben Dorsey. Thank you all for tuning in!
2023-09-0148 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 12 Classics: The GraduateIt’s a new series! Can you believe such amateur podcasters already have another series? They can barely manage one series as is. Classics is going to be a one movie per episode series where Ben and Eric review old film that we believe is in the classic film canon. The catch is that one of us is watching it for the first time. This time Eric is the shmo. Listen to an armchair critic and an armchair filmmaker talk about Mike Nichols’ decade defining classic, The Graduate.
2023-08-2654 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 11: Fire Of Love & HijackFire of Love? More like some fire ass documentary filmmaking! We’re back in the studio after a short vacay for a wholesome discussion about mortality, adventure, and ways of life. We do not, I repeat, WE DO NOT have a massive crush on Idris Elba ;). Our hosts take to the skies for some entertaining British Tv and a rather one sided “discussion” of film form. Stream Fire of Love on Hulu or Disney and Hijack on Apple TV. This podcast is produced by Ben Dorsey, thank you for tuning in to another episode, we appreciate all the support our listen...
2023-08-1958 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 10: C’mon C’mon & AndorTired of hearing us rave about performances? Well stay tired chump, this episode’s movie is full of beautiful and nuanced performances. Filmmaking is back like it never left and it seems that A24 continues to do no wrong. Then, a company that just can’t seem to do anything right makes a good tv show! Disney let’s the artists take the reigns on and off the screen and it pays off… imagine that. Watch C’mon C’mon on YouTube free with ads and stream Andor on Disney+. Learn how to support striking screen writers and actors here https://nerd...
2023-08-1142 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 9: Midsommar & Jury DutyOn this episode Ben and Eric take shrooms in the Swedish forest. They also forfeit their lives to their god so stay tuned until the very end. Jk, but Ari Aster’s fucked up mind and Florence Pugh’s multifaceted performance of a lifetime are on full display. On a lighter note, Ben learns a lot about himself and the show he’s reviewing “professionally” on this episode. Comedy and celebrity in LA are discussed as our hosts enjoy some lighthearted fun. This podcast is produced by Ben Dorsey, you can watch Midsommar on Prime and Jury Duty on Freevee. Thank you...
2023-08-0446 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 8: Marcel The Shell With Shoes On & The Last of UsHow could a shell with such small stature summon such seismic sensations inside? Our hosts navigate the story of Marcel the 1 inch wonder, and his touching story of friendship, family, and father time. Then, The Last of Us divides our hosts one more time. It’s takes them back to conversations had months before the inception of this pod, but cooler heads prevailed. Marcel the Shell is for rent on Apple or Prime TV and you can stream The Last of Us on max. This podcast is produced by Ben Dorsey, thank you to all our listeners for your support!
2023-07-3139 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 7: AftersunBen and Eric are live and in person! But don’t mistake this happy occurrence with a happy movie. Our hosts get misty eyed talking about the newest father/daughter drama to hit the big screen. They stumble through a raw and emotional recapping of the movie which they watched minutes before recording. The podcast is spoiler free up until 10:55. This podcast was produced by Ben Dorsey, thank you all for listening to our cousin conversations!
2023-07-2532 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 6: BARBENHEIMMER MOTHERFUCKERSThe greatest theatrical weekend of Ben’s living days has arrived, and he knew he had to double feature. Eric was complacent and just didn’t feel like it. That’s alright because we recorded it all right here for you to enjoy spoiler FREE 😁! Support your striking writers and actors in Hollywood by informing yourself on this topic, link below. Thank you all for listening, have a “Hey Barbie” type of day! https://nerdist.com/article/how-you-can-help-striking-writers-actors-writers-strike-actors-strike/
2023-07-2251 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 5: Petite Maman & Inside ManTo spoil, or not to spoil, that is the question. On todays episode Ben and Eric brown nose the European demographic of their audience by reviewing Celine Sciamma’s newest film. Then it’s on to the BBC’s Inside Man. British Tv is on the hot seat instead of their dentistry. Then a sneak peak into the special episode coming up next. This podcast is produced by Ben Dorsey, thank you all for listening!
2023-07-2041 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 4: Rye Lane & DaveComedy! Romance! Romantic comedies! The chemistry between our hosts is tested after some flagrant statements are made regarding our movie Rye Lane! Tune in for a bubbling discussion about an even bubblier rom com that they just don’t make like this anymore. Then Ben rants for too long while Eric raves about Dave. Don’t let Ben’s tangents fool you, this episode is still about one movie and only one tv show. This podcast was produced by Ben Dorsey, thank you all for tuning in and we’ll see you next time!
2023-07-1440 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 3: First Man & ShrinkingBen and Eric continue to be the glue that holds the world of film criticism together. Damien Chazelle’s third feature film is broken down and put back together by your favorite podcast hosts, and the streak of mediocre movies is finally over. Then, the comedy series Shrinking is on the hot seat. It’s characteristics and conflicts are laid out for everyone to see. This podcast is produced by a your co-host Ben Dorsey, thank you all for tuning in and we’ll see you next time!
2023-07-1036 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 2: The Card Counter & The Marvelous Mrs. MaiselBen and Eric are sick of it! Another lofty reputation needs to be seriously reconsidered after some biting criticism from our two hosts. But we are making a promise to you all right now. We will like the next movie we choose! Then, it’s The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. We introduce the new format for reviewing our tv shows and then dissect the quick witted Jewish comedy. Thank you all for tuning in to this edition of Ben and Eric’s Podcast, we hope to see you next time! Also, shout out to the wonderful and talented birthday twin of mine...
2023-06-2935 minBen and Eric’s PodcastEp 1: Escape Plan & BeefBEN SPOILED IT! Ben talks Escape Plan and Eric guides him on his journey through the sea of spoilers about this decade old movie. We talk about what makes it good and bad, and why you should and shouldn’t see it. Then, it’s Beef. A24’s brand new 10 episode Netflix series is the topic of discussion while Ben holds his tongue on the spoilers. Performances, style, token white comedic relief, Beef has it all. Finally, a new season of Tv came out on Hulu for all the early birds to start binging on. All that and more on Ben an...
2023-06-2236 minBen and Eric’s PodcastIntro to Ben and Eric’s podcast!We’d like to introduce ourselves, my name is Ben and this is Eric. We’re cousins who love to argue about movies and tv. We figured why not make a podcast out of it? We entertain ourselves with it anyways, why not let the masses in on our conversations. And if they don’t feel like listening, at least we have this to document our passion for entertainment. We hope you enjoy.
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