Shows
Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajYouTuber Chris Stuckmann to make directorial debutOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss Chris Stuckmann's rise from YouTube film critic to filmmaker, as he prepares to make his directorial debut with an indie horror film. The guys also discuss Zack Snyder's Star Wars and Kurosawa inspired feature and the trailer for Succession season 3, and Sam reviews the latest installment in the Fast and Furious saga, F9.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
...2021-07-1247 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and Raj2021 Oscar reactionsSam and Raj discuss the 93rd Academy Awards, breaking down the winners, losers, upsets, and surprises. Plus, the guys review Mortal Kombat, the newest Warner Bros. release on HBO Max.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If Beale Street Could Talk
Do the Right Thing
Blackkklansmen
Malcom X
The Hate U Give
...2021-04-2745 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and Raj2021 Oscar predictionsSam and Raj predict who will win in all 23 categories at the 93rd Academy Awards. Tune in to hear whether the guys think Nomadland or The Trial of the Chicago 7will take home the big prize, and to listen in on their discussion about how many awards Minari, Promising Young Woman, Sound of Metal, and other hopefuls will take home.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
...2021-04-2252 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajGodzilla vs. Kong reviewNews:
Minari, Burning star Steven Yeun joins Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya in Jordan Peele’s next film (Deadline)
Warner Bros., DC scrap James Wan’s The Trench, Ava DuVernay’s New Gods (THR)
Netflix acquires Knives Out 2 and 3 for $400+ million (Deadline)
Trailers:
Yasuke
Space Jam: A New Legacy
Reviews:
Godzilla vs. Kong
Raj: Clannad, Clannad After Story
Sam: The White Tiger
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Frui...2021-04-0648 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajThe Suicide Squad trailer reactionNEWS
The Suicide Squad trailer
John Wick director Chad Stahelski to helm Ghost of Tsushima film adaptation (Deadline)
Pierce Brosnan joins Dwayne Johnson in Black Adam (THR)
Cary Fukunaga to direct adaptation of Tokyo Ghost (THR)
REVIEWS
Sam: Invincible, The Sopranos
Raj: The Chaser, The Yellow Sea
Joint: Godzilla, Godzilla: King of Monsters
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If...2021-03-2944 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajZack Snyder's Justice League reviewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review Zack Snyder's highly anticipated cut of Justice League. The guys discuss how it compares to the theatrical version, whether it is an improvement, and how HBO Max made the release possible.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If Beale Street Could Talk
Do the Right Thing
Blackkklansmen2021-03-2344 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajBreaking down the Oscar nominationsOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj react to the morning's announcement of who was nominated for the 93rd Academy Awards. The guys break down the biggest surprises and snubs, and make some predictions along the way.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If Beale Street Could Talk
Do the Right Thing
Blackkklansmen
...2021-03-1649 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajRaya and the Last Dragon reviewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review Disney Animation's newest release, Raya and the Last Dragon -- starring Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina, and Gemma Chan. The guys break down their thoughts on the newest Disney Princess flick and debate whether it is worth the $30 price tag on Disney+.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If Beale Street Could...2021-03-0934 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajGolden Globe reactions and Avatar StudiosFollowing the kickoff to the 2021 awards season, Sam and Raj sit down to discuss the year's virtual Golden Globes ceremony. The guys reveal their thoughts on the winners and losers, and break down how the results could influence the Oscars. The guys also go in-depth on Nickelodeon's announcement of the creation of Avatar Studios and provide their thoughts on the final season of Attack on Titan so far.
NEWS
Golden Globes reaction (Winners)
Avatar: The Last Airbender universe to expand with the creation of Avatar Studios at Nickelodeon with original creators Bryan Konietzko, Michael DiMartino...2021-03-0258 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajOur introduction to Akira KurosawaOn this special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss their introduction to legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa. The guys discuss which film they chose to start with, Kurosawa's influence on the history of filmmaking, and why they respect the director after beginning to dig into his filmography.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If Beale Street Could Talk
...2021-02-251h 02Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajMortal Kombat trailer and Cherry non-spoiler reviewOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss trailers for upcoming streaming releases including Mortal Kombat (HBO Max) and Cruella (Disney+). The guys also break down a bunch of exciting casting news, including the addition of Jesse Plemons to Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon and Joaquin Phoenix to Ari Aster's Disappointment Blvd. The guys close out the episode with non-spoiler reviews for Tom Holland's Cherry and the anime series Monster.
NEWS
Trailers: Mortal Kombat, Cruella
Jesse Plemons to lead Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, Ro...2021-02-2247 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajWho should replace Gina Carano in The Mandalorian?On this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss Gina Carano's firing from Lucasfilm and The Mandalorian and speculate who they would like to see replace the former Cara Dune actress on the series. The guys discuss the new trailer for Zack Snyder's Justice League and the Pedro Pascal/Bella Ramsey casting for The Last of Us HBO series. Sam and Raj close out episode with reviews of Judas and the Black Messiah and Saint Maud.
NEWS
Gina Carano fired from The Mandalorian (Deadline)
Zack Snyder’s Justice League trailer
Pedro Pascal, Bella Ra...2021-02-1549 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajHarry Potter HBO Max series and Malcom & Marie reviewSam and Raj are back this week, breaking down a bunch of movie news including M. Night Shyamalan's Old trailer, the announcement of Chloe Zhao's Dracula, Timothee Chalamet's upcoming horror movie, and what to expect out of a new HBO Max series set in the Harry Potter universe. The guys also review many titles including WandaVision, Judas and the Black Messiah, Anohana, The Little Things, and Malcolm & Marie.
NEWS
Super Bowl trailers:
Old
Horror news corner:
Chloe Zhao to direct “sci-fi western” interpretation of Dracula (THR)
Timothee Chalamet, Taylor Russell join...2021-02-091h 02Talkin' Movies with Sam and Raj2021 movie previewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj preview the 2021 movie release slate. The guys go month-by-month, discussing the most exciting releases of the year.
Full Schedule: https://www.firstshowing.net/schedule2021/
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If Beale Street Could Talk
Do the Right Thing
Blackkklansmen
Malcom X
2021-01-2554 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajCherry trailer reaction and plot details for Lord of the Rings seriesOn this NEWS and REVIEWS episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down the first trailer for the Tom Holland/Russo Brothers post-Avengers team up, Cherry. The guys also discuss the addition of Anya Taylor Joy, Robert DeNiro, Rami Malek, and more to David O. Russell's new movie and dig into the first plot details of Amazon's Lord of the Rings series.
NEWS:
Cherry trailer
Anya Taylor Joy, Robert DeNiro, Chris Rock, Rami Malek, more join David O. Russell’s next movie. Mike Myers, Timothy Olyphant, Michael Shannon, Andrea Riseborough, Matthias Schoenaerts, Alessandro Nivola, an...2021-01-1849 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajReflecting on what we watched in 2020On this special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj take a look back at the most memorable things that they watched in 2020. From new TV hits like Normal People to classics like Avatar: The Last Airbender and Naruto, Sam and Raj break down what had the greatest impact on them throughout the year.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If...2021-01-1154 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajOur top 10 movies of 2020On this very special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj reveal their favorite movies of the year. They discuss a wide variety of films --from indie darlings to animated blockbusters -- breaking down what films stood out in the strange year that was 2020.
Sam's Full List: https://letterboxd.com/samoso/list/2020-movies-ranked-1/
Raj's Full List: https://rajsaw.com/2021/01/02/rajs-favorite-movies-of-2020/
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma2021-01-041h 02Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 92: Soul and Wonder Woman 1984 reviews + our Pixar rankings!On this jam-packed episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review 2 major Christmas Day streaming releases, Soul and Wonder Woman 1984, before ranking each and every Pixar movie, discussing their top 5s in-depth.
NEWS
Halloween director David Gordon Green in talks to direct The Exorcist sequel for Blumhouse (The Observer)
The Little Things trailer, starring Denzel Washington, Rami Malek, and Jared Leto
REVIEWS
Wonder Woman 1984
Soul
PIXAR RANKIGS
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13...2020-12-281h 04Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 91: The Mandalorian Season 2 FinaleOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj have an in-depth, spoiler filled discussion about the Season 2 finale of The Mandalorian. The guys discuss the bombshell reveals, the beautiful ending, and where the series goes from here.
NEWS
The Russo Bros. to direct Millie Bobby Brown in The Electric State (Deadline)
Florence Pugh to star in adaptation of murder mystery novel, The Maid (Deadline)
A24 sets The Green Knight for a July 31, 2021 release
REVIEWS
Raj: 5 Centimeters per Second, Weathering With You, Tenet (rewatch), Demon Slayer (Eps 1-10)
Sam: Klaus, The Queen’s Ga...2020-12-211h 08Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 90: Gravity and the 86th Academy AwardsOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj continue their look back at previous Oscars ceremonies, this time looking at the 86th Academy Awards, representing 2013's films. The guys begin by discussing Gravity, Alfonso Cuaron's award-winning epic before looking at favorites from the year, including nominees like The Wolf of Wall Street, Frozen, and Dallas Buyers Club, and snubs like Before Midnight, Inside Llewyn Davis, and Prisoners.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy2020-12-1845 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 89: New Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar, and more from Disney Investor DayOn this week’s episode of Talkin’ Movies, Sam and Raj break down the biggest announcements from Disney’s investor call. From the newest Star Wars and Marvel announcement to Pixar film reveal, the guys break down exactly what you should be excited for in the years to come!
Disney Investor Day Highlights
Lucasfilm: Ahsoka series, Hayden Christesen to return as Darth Vader, Patty Jenkins Rogue Squadron, Lando, The Acolyte
Disney: Pinocchio, Peter Pan & Wendy, Greek Freak, Cruella, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid
Animation: Raya, Encanto, and Disney+ series for Baymax, Zootopia, Moana
Pixar: Turnin...2020-12-1457 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 88: Attack on Titan (Seasons 1-3)On this special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj recap the first 3 seasons of one of their favorite anime series, Attack on Titan, after a rewatch in preparation for the final season. The guys discuss what sets this series apart from other anime, why its twists and turns continued to surprise them, and why Hiroyuki Sawano is a legend.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
2020-12-101h 16Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 87: Oscar Isaac cast in Metal Gear Solid and Mank ReviewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss Oscar Isaac's casting as Solid Snake in Jordan Vogt-Roberts' Metal Gear Solid movie. The guys also discuss Emma Stone's exit from Damien Chazelle's Babylon and Margot Robbie's potential casting as her replacement. Finally, Sam and Raj close out the episode with reviews for a series of Oscar contenders, including Nomadland, Sound of Metal, and Mank, and a spoiler discussion of Chapter 15 of The Mandalorian.
NEWS
Oscar Isaac to play Solid Snake in Jordan Vogt-Roberts Metal Gear Solid movie (Deadline)
Margot Robbie in...2020-12-0749 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 86: Warner Bros. to premiere 2021 movies on HBO MaxIn an unprecedented move that will likely shape the future of moviegoing, Warner Bros. announced today that their 2021 slate of films will premiere both in theaters and on HBO Max on the same day. The slate of films a part of this plan include the aforementioned Wonder Woman 1984, Judas and the Black Messiah, Tom and Jerry, Godzilla vs. Kong, Mortal Combat, Space Jam: A New Legacy, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, In The Heights, The Suicide Squad, The Matrix 4, Dune, and more.
On this emergency episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss...2020-12-0400 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 85: Is The Mandalorian Chapter 13 the best of the series?On this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss a new horror film from Ex Machina and Devs filmmaker Alex Garland and Vanity Fair's exclusive first-look at Tom Holland in Cherry. The guys also discuss the kickoff of the holiday season with Hulu's Happiest Season and review Chapter 13 of The Mandalorian.
NEWS:
Alex Garland working on “low-budget” horror film (Empire)
First look at Tom Holland, Russo Brothers Oscar vehicle, Cherry (VF)
Also in the news:
Jessica Chastain’s The 355 pushed to January 14, 2022 (Variety)
Godzilla vs. Kong could follow Wonder...2020-11-3000 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 84: Get Out (and the 90th Academy Awards)On this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj continue to revisit past Oscar favorites, this time going back to Get Out. The guys discuss Jordan Peele's stellar directorial debut, the tiny details you pick up on re-watches, and why this movie extends beyond its genre. The guys also look back at the 90th Academy Awards and discuss whether movies like Lady Bird, Call Me By Your Name, Logan, and The Shape of Water deserved what they got at the Oscars.
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a...2020-11-2600 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 83: Wonder Woman 1984 heads to HBO MaxOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss Warner Bros. groundbreaking decision to release Wonder Woman 1984 on HBO Max on Christmas Day. The guys also discuss Zendaya's Oscar chances with Malcolm and Marie's February release, the addition of Lady Gaga, Logan Lerman, and Michael Shannon to Brad Pitt's Bullet Train, and the first trailer for Daisy Ridley and Tom Holland's Chaos Walking.
NEWS
Release Updates:
Wonder Woman 1984 to hit HBO Max on Christmas day
Zendaya, John David Washington’s Malcolm and Marie gets February 5 release from Netflix (THR)
Lady Gaga (Co...2020-11-2300 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 82: A Quiet Place, Grindelwald, and Lilo & StitchOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down a busy week in movie news, which included announcements of A Quiet Place spinoff, new casting for Grindelwald, a live-action Lilo & Stitch, and much, much more!
NEWS
Jeff Nichols to helm A Quiet Place spinoff (THR)
Mads Mikkelsen in talks to replace Johnny Depp as Grindelwald in the Fantastic Beasts franchise (Deadline)
Crazy Rich Asians filmmaker Jon M. Chu to direct live-action Lilo and Stitch (THR)
Paul Dano, Ethan Hawke, Riley Keough, Bill Burr, and Peter Sarsgard join Jake Gyllenhaal’s The Guilty (Deadline)
Ha...2020-11-1600 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 81: Moonlight, La La Land, and one of the craziest OscarsOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj look back at the 2016 Best Picture winner, Moonlight. The guys discuss why Barry Jenkins' masterpiece transcends traditional storytelling, making it one of the most impactful films ever made. Sam and Raj also look back at the 2017 Oscars and the crazy La La Land/Moonlight mix-up.
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
2020-11-1300 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 80: Johnny Depp departs the Fantastic Beasts franchiseOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss Warner Bros. decision to remove Johnny Depp from the Fantastic Beasts franchise. The guys break down how the franchise may move forward with the character of Grindelwald and who may be recast in the role. The guys also review the Sundance hit, Possessor, and The Mandalorian Chapter 10 (Season 2, Episode 2).
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters...2020-11-0900 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 79: The 2021 Oscar Season BeginsSam and Raj begin their deep dive into the Oscar race once again on this episode of Talkin' Movies. The guys discuss a wide variety of awards contenders, including movies from the beginning of the year like The Way Back and Da 5 Bloods, to traditional Oscar season releases like Nomadland, Mank, The Trial of the Chicago 7, Minari, One Night in Miami, and MORE!
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/2020-11-0600 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 78: The Mandalorian Season 2 Premiere ReviewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review the premiere episode of The Mandalorian season 2. The guys discuss what it feels to be back in a galaxy far, far away, and whether or not this episode lives up to what season 1 gave us. Sam and Raj also break down news stories including Oscar Isaac's casting as Moon Knight in Marvel's upcoming Disney+ series, and Patrick Wilson's directorial debut, Insidious 5.
NEWS
Oscar Isaac to lead Moon Knight series for Marvel on Disney+ (Deadline)
Patrick Wilson to make directorial debut with Insidious 5 (Variety)
The Midnight...2020-11-0200 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 77: Halloween (1978 and 2018)On this special Halloween edition of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review the original 1978 Halloween as well as the 2018 follow up. The guys discuss their contrasting opinions on John Carpenter's horror classic, and breakdown how David Gordon Green's installation reshaped the franchise 40 years later.
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
2020-10-3000 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 76: Borat 2 ReviewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review Borat 2, the surprise sequel to the 2006 comedy classic. The guys discuss how it compares to the original, and why it's important that Amazon picked up the film before the election. The guys also break down some big film and TV news including Jared Leto's return to the role of the Joker in Zack Snyder's Justice League and a brand new Jake Gyllenhaal/Denis Villeneuve team up on HBO.
NEWS
Michael B. Jordan is considering directing Creed 3 (Deadline)
Jared Leto’s Joker, Joe Mangianello’s DeathStroke to r...2020-10-2600 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 75: Is The Exorcist the Scariest Movie of All-Time?In 1973, The Exorcist took the world by storm, earning the "scariest movie of all-time" moniker. In 2020, nearly 50 years later, the film is just as effective. On this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj revisit the Oscar-winning horror classic, discussing its lasting impact on the genre, the hysteria surrounding the release, and what went into the making of such a terrifying film.
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
2020-10-2200 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 74: Middleburg Film Festival RecapOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss the wide array of films they saw at this year's virtual Middleburg Film Festival. The guys review Oscar hopefuls like Minari and One Night in Miami, and discuss their potential favorite movies of the year. The guys also break down a few key news pieces, including the addition of Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothee Chalamet, and Meryl Streep to Adam McKay's new project and Dev Patel's Chippendales movie.
NEWS
Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothee Chalamet, Jonah Hill, Meryl Streep, Ariana Grande, Kid Cudi, and Himesh Patel join Adam McKay’s...2020-10-1900 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 73: The Conjuring FranchiseIn the lead up to Halloween, Sam and Raj revisit a fan-favorite horror franchise, The Conjuring series. The guys dig into what makes The Conjuring 1 and 2 both a critical success and an audience pleaser. They also discuss the spinoffs including Annabelle and The Nun, and whether or not they live up to the franchise proper. Finally, the guys discuss whether or not they believe in ghosts and how that impacts how they approach the horror genre.
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that...2020-10-1500 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 72: The Haunting of Bly Manor Non-Spoiler ReviewOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review the highly anticipated Netflix series, The Haunting of Bly Manor. The guys break down a busy news week, which included the announcement of Gal Gadot reteaming with Patty Jenkins for a Cleopatra movie, the first trailer for David Fincher's Mank, and casting for the Game of Thrones spinoff series, House of the Dragon.
NEWS
Gal Gadot, Patty Jenkins reteam for Cleopatra (Deadline)
First trailer for Netflix, David Fincher’s Mank
Cary Fukunaga finds post-Bond project in Masters of the Air (Deadline)
Paddy Considine to st...2020-10-1200 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 71: JokerSam and Raj continue revisiting Oscar favorites from the past few years, this week looking at 2019's Joker, directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, and Zazie Beetz. The guys discuss how they feel about the film a year after it's release, debate whether or not it deserved such high praise from The Academy, and break down the public discourse and controversy surrounding the film around release.
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.2020-10-0800 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 70: The Lion King, Spider-Man, and The GodfatherOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down a CRAZY news week which included announcements like Barry Jenkins directing a prequel/sequel to The Lion King, Jamie Foxx's return to Electro, and a behind-the-scenes movie about the making of The Godfather starring Oscar Isaac and Jake Gyllenhaal. The guys also review Host, The Disciple, Gangs of London, and much more!
Join us later this week for an in-depth discussion of Joker!
NEWS
Moonlight director Barry Jenkins to direct The Lion King follow-up (Deadline)
Jamie Foxx to reprise Electro role in Spider...2020-10-0500 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 69: Halloween Streaming RecommendationsWe're officially in October, and in the lead up to Halloween, Sam and Raj bring you a long list of streaming recommendations to get you in the mood for spooky season! The Talkin' Movies team pulled some of their favorite horror, thriller, and suspense movies on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and HBO so you can consume the best genre content in the leadup to October 31st!
Netflix
Raj:
Creep
Hush
The Autopsy of Jane Doe
Sam:
Insidious
The Gift
2020-10-0151 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 68: Old, Enola Holmes, and NomadlandOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj continue their discussion on Bradley Cooper's directorial efforts, looking at Carey Mulligan's casting in Maestro. The guys also discuss M. Night Shyamalan's Old and the Sound of Metal trailer. Then, in this week's reviews segment, the guys jointly review Millie Bobby Brown's Enola Holmes before Raj discusses his NYFF screening of Chloe Zhao's Nomadland.
NEWS:
Carey Mulligan joins Bradley Cooper’s Maestro as Leonard Bernstein’s wife (Deadline)
Sound of Metal trailer
First plot details emerge for M. Night Shyamalan’s new movie...2020-09-2854 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 67: A Star is BornOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj gear up for the upcoming awards season by revisiting an Oscar player from a couple of years back, Bradley Cooper's, A Star is Born. The guys discuss Cooper's astounding directorial debut and what makes him such a special filmmaker. They also talk about Lady Gaga's incredible performance and what she brought to this project as a musical talent. The guys also look back at the 2018 Oscars ceremony, breaking down what was good and bad about the year's awards.
Below are some resources where you can learn more...2020-09-2443 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 66: Your Name Remake, The Mandalorian Trailer, and The Devil All the TimeOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss Lee Isaac Chung signing onto the Your Name live-action adaptation, and break down trailers for The Mandalorian season 2 and The Trial of the Chicago 7. The guys also review the new Netflix film, The Devil All the Time.
NEWS:
Lee Isaac Chung tapped to direct Your Name live-action adaptation (Deadline)
First trailer for The Mandalorian, Season 2
First trailer for The Trial of the Chicago 7
Jonathan Majors joins Ant Man 3 (Deadline)
WandaVision trailer
REVIEWS
Raj: The Devil All the Time, Alone, Mother
Sam: The Devil...2020-09-2139 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 65: Ranking Every Christopher Nolan MovieOn this week's featured episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj finish their Christopher Nolan series by reviewing the last bit of his films not yet discussed on the podcast (Following, Memento, Insomnia, The Prestige), before ranking all 11 of the acclaimed director's films.
Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.
Resources:
https://blacklivesmatter.com/
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just...2020-09-1856 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 64: Dune Trailer, Harry Styles, and Scream 5On this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down the highly anticipated trailer to Dune. The guys also discuss Harry Styles joining Florence Pugh, Dakota Johnson, and Chris Pine in Olivia Wilde's next movie, Neve Campbell's return to Scream, and Samurai Champloo.
NEWS:
Delays
Wonder Woman 1984 moves to Christmas
Candyman moves to 2021
Dune Trailer
Harry Styles replaces Shia LaBeouf in Olivia Wilde’s Don’t Worry Darling (Deadline)
Zazie Beetz, Regina King, Delroy Lindo, Lakeith Stanfield, RJ Cycler join Jonathan Majors and Idris Elba in Netflix project The...2020-09-1452 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 63: Dunkirk RetrospectiveIs Dunkirk Christopher Nolan's best movie? On this featured episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down the Oscar-winning war film. The guys discuss why Nolan's practical style of film making adds to the movie's impressiveness, why the editing is so essential, how Hoyte van Hoytema's brilliant cinematography, and much more!
Behind the Scenes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qw0G_ddYoPs
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https...2020-09-1038 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 62: Game of Thrones Creators' New Project, No Time to Die, and MulanOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down a mix of movie and TV news, including a new No Time to Die trailer, a new project from Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and DB Weiss, and The Mandalorian season 2. The guys also review a bunch of new releases, including Tenet, Mulan, and I'm Thinking of Ending Things.
NEWS
The Haunting of Bly Manor trailer
No Time to Die trailer
First look images of Mank released by Netflix (Twitter)
Adam Driver teams with Sam Raimi for Sci-Fi Thriller 65 (Deadline)
Game of Thrones...2020-09-0752 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 61: Tenet Non-Spoiler ReviewSam and Raj are just minutes out of the theater, giving their non-spoiler thoughts on Tenet! Join us for this brief discussion on Christopher Nolan's latest mind-bending blockbuster!
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Movies:
When They See Us
13th
Just Mercy
Selma
Fruitvale Station
Get Out
If...2020-09-0223 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 60: Chadwick Boseman, The Haunting of Bly Manor, and The Legend of KorraOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj honor Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman, who passed away of cancer at age 43. The guys discuss the impact he had on people both through his on-screen characters and his real life heroic actions.
The guys also discuss Vanity Fair's first look at The Haunting of Bly Manor, Normal People star Paul Mescal's next project, and review The Legend of Korra and Christopher Nolan's Following.
NEWS:
Chadwick Boseman passes away at 43
Vanity Fair gives The Haunting of Bly Manor first look...2020-08-3149 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 59: Interstellar RetrospectiveOn this week's featured episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj take a look back at Christopher Nolan's Interstellar. The guys discuss their thoughts on the film, as well as the split reception by audiences. They also discuss the film's balance of science and emotion, and how the collective work of Nolan, the actors, Hans Zimmer, and the rest of the crew makes this one of the filmmaker's bests.
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Resources:2020-08-2753 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 58: DC Fandome Recap - The Batman, The Suicide Squad, and Wonder Woman 1984On this very special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down each announcement from DC Fandome. The guys discuss the incredible The Batman trailer, The Suicide Squad BTS look, the Wonder Woman 1984 trailer, the Snyder Cut first look, and all the other exciting announcements. The guys also look at the growing cast of Lady Gaga's Gucci movie and discuss the first set of Tenet reviews.
DC Fandome Discussion
Wonder Woman 1984: Trailer
The Flash: Concept Art - Ben Affleck to return as Batman (VF)
The Suicide Squad: Roll Call, BTS, Poster
Snyder Cut: Trailer, Confirmed 4, 1...2020-08-2345 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 57: Honoring Robin WilliamsOn another special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj look back at the incredible filmography of Robin Williams. The guys discuss their introduction to the actor through Aladdin, the humanity that he brought to each of his characters, and what made him such a special person.
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Resources:
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Movies:
When They See Us
2020-08-2129 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 56: Avatar Creators Leave Netflix SeriesOn this week's first episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj sit down and vent about Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko's exit from Netflix's adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. The guys also discuss the trailer for the new Tom Holland movie, The Devil All the Time, and review things like Boys State and Into the Unknown: The Making of Frozen 2.
NEWS
Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko exit ATLA Netflix Series (Statement)
Trailer for The Devil All the Time, to hit Netflix on September 16 (YouTube)
First look at Sophia...2020-08-1743 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 55: Sam Raimi's Spider-Man TrilogyOn this week's featured episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj take a look back at Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy. The guys look at the trilogy's impact on the modern day superhero movie, and break down each individual film, discussing the cast, plot lines, and what went wrong in the third installment.
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Movies:
...2020-08-1348 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 54: Ben Affleck, Bradley Cooper, and Captain Marvel 2On this week's first episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj dig into a BUSY news week which included exciting stories like Nia DaCosta landing Captain Marvel 2, Bradley Cooper teaming up with PTA, Tom Hanks starring in Pinocchio, and Ben Affleck directing the behind-the-scenes story of Chinatown. The guys also review a whole bunch of things, including The Last of Us 1 + 2 and the Shudder original, Host.
NEWS:
Nia DaCosta to direct Captain Marvel 2 (Deadline)
Bradley Cooper in talks to star in Paul Thomas Anderson’s next (THR)
Tom Hanks to pl...2020-08-1048 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 53: Spotlight Retrospective - Revisiting the 2015 Best Picture WinnerOn this week's featured episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj look back at the 2015 Best Picture winner, Spotlight. The guys discuss the film's incredible ensemble cast, how important films like this are, and the competitive Oscars race, which included other titles like Mad Max: Fury Road, The Big Short, The Revenant, Room, and more!
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Below are some resources where you can learn more about what you can do, plus a list of related movies that you should check out.2020-08-0634 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 52: Emmy Reactions and Pixar's LucaOn this week's first episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj react to the Emmy Nominations and break down who they feel was snubbed. The guys also look at Pixar's newly announced Luca, a story of friendship set in Italy. The guys also review a bunch of things, including The Notebook, E.T., Signs, District 9, High and Low, Giri/Haji, and much more!
NEWS
Emmy Nominations
Pixar’s Luca (Twitter)
Riz Ahmed, Octavia Spencer team up for sci fi thriller Invasion (Deadline)
Courteney Cox to return for Scream 5 (IG)
Netflix gives first look at Sarah Pa...2020-08-0349 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 51: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood - Is it Tarantino's Best?On this week's featured episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj look back at Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood a year after its release. The guys discuss the standout performances, 1960's Hollywood, and where the film ranks among Tarantino's best.
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Movies:
When They See Us
13th
...2020-07-3044 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 50: Denzel Washington and Julia Roberts, and The Trial of the Chicago 7On this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down a series of massive delayed release dates before digging into Vanity Fair's first look piece on Aaron Sorkin's The Trial of the Chicago 7. The guys also discuss a new Netflix project from Denzel Washington and Julia Roberts, and review a bunch of movies including About Time, Before the Devil Knows You're Dead, The Rental, and Dil Bechara!
Join us later this week for a discussion on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood!
NEWS
Delayed release dates
Vanity Fair gives first look at...2020-07-2741 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 49: Inception's 10 Year AnniversaryOn this special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj revisit Christopher Nolan's Oscar-winning film, Inception, in honor of the 10 year anniversary. The guys discuss how the film has changed for them over the years, and debate whether it is truly one of the acclaimed director's best films to date.
*NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to WB's announcement that Tenet has been delayed indefinitely.
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2020-07-2349 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 48: The Russo Brothers, Viola Davis, and PossessorOn this week's news episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down some great announcements, including a Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, and Russo Brothers team up for a James Bond-like thriller at Netflix, and Gina Prince Bythewood's upcoming The Woman King, starring Viola Davis. The guys also take a look at some older movies like Chungking Express and Million Dollar Baby.
Be sure to join us in a few days for our look back at Inception!
NEWS
Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans team up with Russo Brothers for Espionage Thriller (Deadline)
Noah Centineo joins...2020-07-2038 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 44: Hamilton ReviewOn this week's first episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj review the film adaptation of the hit Broadway play, Hamilton. The guys discuss how the stage production translates to the small screen and how Disney helped make the experience possible.
NEWS
Netflix news:
Announce a September 4, 2020 release date for Charlie Kaufmann’s I’m Thinkin of Ending Things
Officially acquire Aaron Sorkin’s The Trial of the Chicago
Trailers:
An American Pickle
The Tax Collector
REVIEWS
Sam: Hamilton, Dark
Raj: Hamilton, What We Do in the Sh...2020-07-0627 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 43: Batman, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Horror FilmsOn this week's Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj look at some major Hollywood news from the week, which includes Michael Keaton's return to Batman and Margot Robbie signing on to a new Pirates of the Caribbean. The guys also take a deep dive into the horror genre, discussing what makes it special and how it has evolved over the years.
NEWS:
Michael Keaton returning to play Bruce Wayne in The Flash (The Wrap)
Margot Robbie reteams with Chistina Hodson for new Pirates of the Caribbean (THR)
Rapid Fire:
...2020-06-291h 02Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 42: Harry Potter RetrospectiveOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj take a look back at the Harry Potter franchise, breaking down each individual film before discussing JK Rowling's recent comments and whether or not we can separate the art from the artist. The guys also take a look at a very busy news week, which included announcements on a new Will Smith project, Kristen Stewart signing on to play Princess Diana, and a whole bunch of Oscar Isaac news!
NEWS
Will Smith teaming with Antoine Fuqua for Emancipation (Deadline)
Kristen Stewart to...2020-06-221h 12Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 38: Revisiting Princess MononokeOn this week's special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj revisit Sam's all-time favorite movie, Hayao Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke. The guys look at what makes the film so brilliant and discuss how Miyazaki has influenced the world of animation. They also discuss the possibility of Henry Cavill returning to Superman and review a bunch of movies!
NEWS
COVID UPDATES
Sundance hit Palm Springs to hit Hulu on July 10
Edgar Wright’s Last Night in Soho pushed to April 23, 2021
Henry Cavill to reprise his role of Superman (Deadline)
Universal to re...2020-06-011h 06Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 37: #ReleaseTheSnyderCut, Tenet, and The Last DanceOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down some MASSIVE news, including the announcement of The Snyder Cut's 2021 release on HBO Max and a brand new trailer for Christopher Nolan's Tenet. The guys also talk about a couple upcoming Netflix projects before taking a deep dive into ESPN's Chicago Bulls/Michael Jordan documentary, The Last Dance.
NEWS
The Snyder Cut to be released HBO Max (Press Release)
Adam Sandler, Lebron James team up for Hustle (Variety)
Da 5 Bloods Trailer
Tenet Trailer
REVIEWS
Leon: The Professional
Harakiri
The Lovebirds
...2020-05-251h 11Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 36: Mad Max Fury Road - 5 Year AnniversaryOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj revisit George Miller's iconic action hit, Mad Max Fury Road, in honor of the film's 5 year anniversary. The guys provide new insights into the film and dig into Kyle Buchanan's incredible Oral History at The New York Times. The team also discusses Hamilton, Dakota Johnson, Scarface, and much more!
News
Hamilton moves up Disney+ launch to July 3 (Twitter)
Phil Lord and Chris Miller tapped to helm Ryan Gosling’s Project Hail Mary (Variety)
Cate Blanchett adds 2 more projects to her incredible resume (Collider, Variety)
Dakota Jo...2020-05-181h 06Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 35: Naruto - Rewatch ReviewOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj wrap up their Naruto rewatch with a full series review, discussing their overall thoughts, favorite arcs, and things that changed about the show in revisiting it. The guys also break down a busy news week that includes topics like M. Night Shyamalan's new movie, Spike Lee's Da 5 Bloods, and Tom Cruise's plans to shoot a movie in space!
News:
Star Wars Corner
Taika Waitit and Leslye Headland confirmed, Krysty Wilson Cairns working with Taika (Press Release)
Boba Fett to return in The Mandalorian...2020-05-111h 14Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 34: Hercules, Daisy Ridley, and Remembering Irrfan KhanOn this week's Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down another busy week in movie and TV news, which includes stories about Disney's live-action Hercules, Daisy Ridley's Star Wars follow up, and Adam Driver's re-team with Jeff Nichols. The guys also review Bad Education and Normal People before honoring the brilliant career of Irrfan Khan, who unfortunately passed away earlier this week.
News
Russo Brothers producing live-action Hercules for Disney (THR)
First look at Misha Green/Jordan Peele/JJ Abrams Lovecraft Country (Trailer)
Daisy Ridley finds Star Wars followup (Deadline)
Jeff Nichols re-teams with Adam...2020-05-041h 02Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 33: Sam Goes to Bollywood!On this exciting episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj are joined by a very special guest, Bollywood expert (and Raj's cousin), Ankur Bhatia, for a lesson on the Indian film industry. Ankur walks the guys through what makes a Bollywood movie before Sam reviews his first ever Bollywood film, Kal Ho Na Ho.
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...2020-04-301h 00Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 32: Hunger Games, Enola Holmes, and Olivia WildeOn this week's first episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down a busy week of Hollywood news, which includes the likes of the newly announced Hunger Games prequel, Millie Bobby Brown's Enola Holmes, and Olivia Wilde rounding out her next film's cast.
Tune in later this week for an exciting featured segment as well!
NEWS
Industry Updates
Hunger Games prequel movie in the works (THR)
Russian Doll co-creator spearheading Star Wars series for Disney+ (Variety)
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark sequel moving forward (THR)
Millie Bobby Brown's Enola Holmes...2020-04-2757 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 31: Devs ReviewOn this episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj are joined by Mamadou to take a deep dive into Alex Garland's FX on Hulu series, Devs. The guys give some general thoughts on the show before diving into spoilers, discussing the plot and themes behind the sci-fi miniseries.
SPOILERS BEGIN AT 8:30!
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Twitter and...2020-04-221h 02Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 30: Our First Look at DuneOn this week's Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj take a look at Vanity Fair's preview of Dune, Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1965 sci-fi epic. The guys also discuss a lot of TV news, including the 3 new HBO Max projects that J.J. Abrams is directing and the trailer for Damien Chazelle's The Eddy. Be sure to tune in later this week for an in-depth review of Devs!
News:
Coronavirus Updates
SDCC Canceled (Twitter)
Disney delays Soul to November 20,also moves Raya and the Last Dragon from November 25 to March 12, 2021 (Variety)
JJ Abrams...2020-04-2051 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 29: Avatar: The Last Airbender ReviewRaj finally watched the entirety of the hit Nickelodeon show, Avatar: The Last Airbender, so on this week's Talkin' Movies, the guys sit down and discuss their thoughts on the series. Sam and Raj also look at a bunch of horror news and review Tigertail.
News
Carlos Lopez Estrada to direct Robin Hood remake for Disney+ (THR)
Jesse Eisenberg’s directorial debut picks up steam (Deadline)
Horror Corner
David Bruckner (Night House, VHS, Southbound) to direct Hellraiser reboot for Spyglass. Written by Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski (Super Dark Times) (THR)
Sentient En...2020-04-1359 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 27: Ant Man, Obi Wan, and Never Rarely Sometimes AlwaysOn this week's first episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj run through the news and review some movies, saving the featured segment (and a special guest) for a bonus episode later this week. The guys look at new release dates, Ant Man and Obi Wan writers, the Call Me By Your Name Sequel, and a new Edgar Wright project. Finally, they close out the episode reviewing Eliza Hittman's stunning Never Rarely Sometimes Always.
NEWS
COVID 19 Updates:
Release Dates:
Artemis Fowl: May 29, 2020 moves to Disney+
Mulan: July 24, 2020
Spongebob: Sponge on the Run: Moves from May 22, 2020, to...2020-04-0647 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 26: Furiosa, Ryan Gosling, and Controversial MoviesOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj have some Mad Max spin-off news to discuss! The guys also look at Ryan Gosling's newest project and provide an update on delayed movies and production shutdowns. Sam and Raj close off this week's episode with a conversation about controversial movies.
News
Anya Taylor Joy eyed for Furiosa spin-off (Variety)
MGM to develop new Ryan Gosling project (Deadline)
Alejandro Gonzales Inarritu finds next project (The Film Stage)
Trailer for Apple TV+ series Defending Jacob
Delays and Shutdown Updates (Variety)
Delayed release dates...2020-03-301h 16Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 24: Dracula, Coronavirus, and Streaming RecommendationsOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss a couple of exciting stories in the world of horror, including Karyn Kusama helming a new Dracula project and the Ready or Not directors signing onto Scream. The guys also take a look at how the Coronavirus has impacted the film industry with release delays and production shutdowns. To remedy the lack of movies in theaters, Sam and Raj recommend a bunch of movies you can stream from the comfort of your own home.
News
Karyn Kusama teams with Blumhouse to develop new...2020-03-161h 15Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 23: J.J. Abrams, Pixar's Onward, and a SPECIAL GUEST!On this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj welcome their good friend Mamadou Barry onto the podcast for an in-depth discussion about what makes movies special to him. The guys also discuss a new J.J. Abrams project, The Obamas teaming up with The Russo Brothers, Pixar's Onward, and Ben Affleck's The Way Back.
News
J.J. Abrams to produce supernatural thriller The Pinkerton (THR)
Matt Reeves gives us first look at Batmobile (Twitter)
Barack, Michelle Obama team up with Russo Brothers on Netflix project (Collider)
Coronavirus delays Bond and cancels SXSW
Reviews2020-03-091h 15Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 22: Indiana Jones, The Invisible Man, and Up and Coming DirectorsOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss the exciting news that James Mangold may be taking over Indiana Jones 5 and what that means for the end of the franchise. The guys also review The Invisible Man and All the Bright Places before a featured discussion on the next generation of directors who are shaping today's film industry.
News
James Mangold in talks to direct Indiana Jones 5 (Variety)
Creed 3 finds writer (THR)
Chris Evans to star in Little Shop of Horrors (THR)
Candyman retelling gets its first trailer
Bob Iger steps down as...2020-03-011h 06Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 21: More Star Wars, Jennifer Lawrence, and Actors with RangeOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss J.D. Dillard's newly announced Star Wars project. The guys also review new releases like The Lodge and Standing Up, Falling Down, and contribute their thoughts to the ongoing "Actors with Range" trend.
News
J.D. Dillard to develop a new Star Wars movie (THR)
Jennifer Lawrence joins Adam McKay’s upcoming Netflix comedy (Variety)
First trailer for psychological thriller “Run” released
A24 picks up Claire Denis romance/thriller “The Stars at Noon” (Deadline)
Martin McDonagh reteams with Searchlight Pictures for his next project (Variety, D...2020-02-241h 06Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 20: The Batman, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Foreign Film RecommendationsOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss the post-Oscars news wave, which included first looks at The French Dispatch, The Green Knight, and The Batman. The guys also review many new movies, including Portrait of a Lady on Fire and Sonic the Hedgehog. Finally, Sam and Raj reflect on Parasite's Best Picture win by recommending other great foreign films.
News
The French Dispatch trailer and images released (The New Yorker)
Rick Moranis is coming out of retirement (Deadline)
The Green Knight trailer (Youtube)
Matt Reeves gives us first look at his...2020-02-171h 10Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 19: BONUS - Oscar Reactions!Sam and Raj hopped on the mic just minutes after the ceremony ended to discuss the incredible Parasite win, and other thoughts on the night as a whole.
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News:
Sam Raimi to direct Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (Variety, THR)
Texas Chainsaw Massacre to be rebooted by Legendary (Variety)
Gareth Edwards finds Rogue One follow-up (Variety)
The Way Back...2020-02-081h 17Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 17: Fast & Furious 9, Gretel and Hansel, and Sundance RecapThis week on Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj take a look at some trailers that previewed prior to Sunday's Super Bowl. They also have four movie reviews this week, including Color Out of Space, The Rhythm Section, Gretel and Hansel, and the Taylor Swift Documentary, Miss Americana. Finally, the guys look at reactions from the 2020 Sundance Film Festival, and pick out some titles that they are anticipating based on reactions.
News:
Christopher McQuarrie announces Henry Czerny will return to MI franchise (Twitter)
Wes Anderson’s The French Dispatch lands July 24 release date (IndieWire)
Priyanka Ch...2020-02-021h 02Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 15: Billie Eilish, Taika Waititi, and SXSW PreviewOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj cover a very busy news week, including Billie Eilish joining Bond, Oscar Isaac's next project, and a potential Taika Waititi directed Star Wars movie. The guys also review Bad Boys for Life and Weathering With You and take a look at the first wave of titles announced for this year's SXSW Film Festival
News:
Christian Bale, David O. Russell to re-team (Deadline)
Billie Eilish to perform Bond theme (Twitter)
Oscar Isaac joins The Great Machine (THR)
First Morbius trailer (Youtube)
Taika Waititi to direct a Star...2020-01-191h 12Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 14: BONUS - Oscar Nominations ReactionSam and Raj are up bright and early this morning giving you all an immediate reaction to the 2020 Oscar nominees! They are talking exciting surprise nominees and the most shocking snubs. The guys break down some of the major categories and highlight other nominees of note.
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News:
Christian Bale joins Thor: Love and Thunder (Collider)
Scott Derrickson Exits Doctor Strange 2 (Variety)
Nicholas Hoult Joins the Mission Impossible Franchise (THR)
Timothee Chalamet to play Bob Dylan (Deadline)
Reviews:
Just Mercy
1917
Featured Segment:
Most Anticipated Movies of 2020
2020-01-1352 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 12: Top 10 Movies of the DecadeLast week, Sam and Raj took a look at their favorite movies of 2019. On this episode of Talkin' Movies, the guys review their favorites from the 2010s. This was an important decade in shaping both Sam's and Raj's love of movies, and this week they both have a chance to show some love to the 10 (plus some honorable mentions) that they consider most special.
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Raj Sawhney2020-01-061h 42Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 11: Top 10 Movies of 2019On this week's very special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj break down their favorite movies from 2019. It was an incredible year filled with so many great movies, and the guys finally have the opportunity to reflect on what they've seen and celebrate the movies that had the greatest impact on them.
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Music from...2019-12-301h 52Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 10: The Rise of Skywalker (SPOILERS), Bombshell, and TenetOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss trailers for two highly anticipated 2020 titles, A Quiet Place II and Tenet. The two also discuss their feelings about the first A Quiet Place as well as their relationship with some of their favorite Christopher Nolan titles. The two also review The Aeronauts, The Two Popes, and Bombshell before their spoiler filled discussion of Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker. Do you like the movie like Raj, or are you disappointed with it like Sam? Let us know!
SPOILER DISCUSSION STARTS AT 40:30.
Subscribe to...2019-12-231h 23Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 9 - BONUS: Initial Thoughts on Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker (SPOILER FREE)Sam and Raj are less than an hour out of the theater and they have some thoughts on The Rise of Skywalker! On this quick bonus episode, the guys discuss their initial, spoiler free thoughts on the movie. Join us on Sunday for a more spoiler filled discussion.
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...2019-12-2019 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 8 - Star Wars (Full Series Discussion)On this very special episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj are taking a look back at every single Star Wars movie in anticipation of The Rise of Skywalker. The two discuss the franchise's impact on their love of movies and on the pop culture landscape before taking a deep dive into every Star Wars movie, recapping and reviewing each, one-by-one. Finally, Sam and Raj rank the 10 theatrically released movies and talk about what they hope to see in the final installment in the Skywalker Saga.
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2020 Sundance Film...2019-12-091h 09Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 5 - The Future of DC, Queen and Slim, and Best ActressWelcome to Episode 5 of Talkin' Movies with Sam and Raj. We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! On this week's episode, the guys dive into the future of the DC film franchise and Godzilla vs Kong. They also review many new releases, including Amazon's The Report and Queen and Slim. Sam and Raj close out this week's episode with an in-depth look at the Best Actress race.
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Godzilla Vs Kong release date has been pushed back...2019-12-021h 03Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 4 - Joker 2, Frozen 2, and Best ActorWelcome to episode 4 of Talkin' Movies with Sam and Raj! On this week's busy episode, the guys discuss the possibility of a Joker sequel happening, and whether or not they want it. They also review some family friendly titles before Thanksgiving, including Frozen 2 and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. Finally, they close out the episode with a lot of awards talk, including the Spirit Award nominees, initial reactions to 1917, and the highly competitive Best Actor race.
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Star Wars...2019-11-2454 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 3 - Damien Chazelle, Ford v Ferrari, and Best DirectorOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss some exciting new developments for upcoming projects from some of their favorite directors like Damian Chazelle and Taika Waititi. They also review a handful of new releases, including Ford v Ferrari and the first two episodes of The Mandalorian. Finally, they close out this week's discussion with an in-depth analysis of the Best Director race, and whether anyone can beat out Quentin Tarantino or Martin Scorsese.
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This episode is sponsored...2019-11-1319 minTalkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 1 - The Batman, The Irishman, and Best PictureWelcome to Episode 1 of Talkin' Movies with Sam and Raj! In this week's debut episode, co-hosts Raj Sawhney and Sam Osorio take a look at the week's most exciting movie news, including new casting for The Batman and John Boyega's Star Wars followup. The two also reviewed the week's biggest releases, including Doctor Sleep, Last Christmas, and The Irishman. Sam and Raj close out the show talking this year's Best Picture race in anticipation of the Academy Awards.
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