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UW Film Club Podcast #49 – It

“Okay, so let me get this straight. It comes out, from wherever, to record podcasts for, like, a year, and then what? It just goes into hibernation?”

Here on the UW Film Club Podcast, we’ve managed to do something completely unheard of: cover a relevant movie in the same week it’s relevant! This time, we’ve decided to reflect on the 2017 horror flick It, just in time for the release of It: Chapter Two! Although only one of us have seen the sequel so far, we talk about how the two compare, we praise the stellar cast and performances, and ponder over whether its blend of horror and comedy is as sharp and well-balanced as was initially perceived. It’s time to float on the 49th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast! Tune in now!

On this episode: Jim Saunders and Cynthia Li.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #47 – Superbad

“Hawaii. All right, that’s good. That’s hard to trace, I guess. Wait… you changed your name to… Podcaster?”

In this 47th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast, we talk one of the defining comedies of the 2000s, the endlessly quotable comedy Superbad! Amongst our many topics of discussion, we cover its contemporary relevance, acknowledge some of its more problematic elements as a sign of the times, and ponder over whether this counts as a coming-of-age film. How well does this hold up over 12 years after its initial release? Find out by tuning in now!

On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #46 – The Fast and the Furious

“You almost had me?! You never had me – you never even had your podcast!”

We’re a week late (as usual), but in honor of Hobbs and Shaw, we’ve decided to shift gears in reverse back to 2001, and take it back to where the franchise all started, with The Fast and the Furious! In this podcast, we draw comparisons to Kathryn Bigelow’s Point Break, talk about the legacy of the series, and ponder the appeal of Vin Diesel. Come along for the ride on the 46th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #45 – Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

“Hey! You’re Rick ‘The Podcaster’ Dalton, don’t you forget it.”

Keeping in the summer movie spirit, we’ve decided to cover one of the most anticipated films from one of the most revered, yet controversial, filmmakers – Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood! His newest film involve the lives of a fading television actor and his stunt double as they navigate 1960s era Hollywood. In this podcast, we talk about this film in the context of Tarantino’s entire career, how it pays homage to Sharon Tate, and we have a couple disagreements over the film’s ending. Is this one of the legendary director’s best works? Find out now on the 45th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #44 – (500) Days of Summer

“The following podcast is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to persons living or dead is purely coincidental. Especially you, Jenny Beckman.”

We’re deep into the summer of 2019, so we figured what better time to delve into Marc Webb’s directorial debut – the quintessential indie darling rom-com (500) Days of Summer! In this podcast, we talk about the current state of romantic comedy films in the mainstream, the film’s unique, twee aesthetic, as well as its polarizing perspectives – are we supposed to side with Tom or Summer? Find out what we think on the 44th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

UW Film Club Podcast #42 – Midsommar

“Welcome, podcasters, and happy Midsommar. Skål!”

Just one year after the release of Hereditary, writer/director Ari Aster has released his follow-up, which is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious horror releases of the year. On this podcast, we discuss its dynamic storytelling, unique themes for its genre, and probably compare it a little too much to its predecessor. Is this trip worthy of its 2.5 hour long runtime? Find out on the 42nd episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #41 – Toy Story 4

“You can’t teach this old podcaster new tricks.
You’d be surprised.”

The long-awaited fourth entry in the Toy Story franchise is finally upon us! In this episode, we talk about the series’ legacy, the surprisingly mature philosophical themes, and everyone’s new favorite character, Forky! Did this fourth installment justify its existence? Find out on the 41st episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this episode: Cynthia Li and Jim Saunders.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #40 – The Notebook

“Now, say you’re a podcaster.

If you’re a podcaster, I’m a podcaster.”

With its 15th anniversary just passing us, we take a look back at one of the most iconic romance films of our generation, The Notebook! In the podcast, we discuss its sustained social relevance and audience acclaim despite its mixed-to-negative critical reception, the film’s more problematic elements, and the holistic state of romance movies. Get ready to feel the love on the 40th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this episode: Jim Saunders and Cynthia Li.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW. Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #39 – SIFF 2019 Round Up (Part 2)

The second part of our SIFF 2019 round up is upon us! As we continue our discussion on the best films of the festival, we throw in interviews with Erin Derham on her taxidermy documentary, Stuffed, and we sit down with director Milena Pastreich & subject Choo Choo as we discuss their doc, Pigeon Kings! Get your last fix of SIFF until next year with the 38th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this week’s episode: Ivy Pottinger-Glass, Stephanie Chuang, Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW.  Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts,  Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #38 – SIFF 2019 Round Up (Part 1)

With SIFF 2019 coming to a close, we’re rounding up our favorite films from the festival and discussing them on this week’s podcast! We saw so many films at the festival that we’re breaking it up into two parts, but in this first half, we’re including our interview with Philip Youman on Burning Cane as well as our talk with Crystal Swan screen writer Helga Landauer! Dive into our jam packed episode now!

On this week’s episode: Ivy Pottinger-Glass, Stephanie Chuang, Jim Saunders, Cynthia Li, and Greg Arietta.

You can find us on Facebook at /UWFilmClub, and on Twitter and Instagram @FilmClubUW.  Make sure to rate, comment, and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts,  Soundcloud, Spotify, and Google Play, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!