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UW Film Club Podcast #15: Black Panther

“In times of crisis the wise build bridges, while the foolish build barriers. We must find a way to look after one another, as if we were one single podcast!” This week we recorded our longest episode yet and we did it for one of the most deserving films to come out this year: Black Panther. Together with Jon Jewik and Hilina Kidane, we discuss how Black Panther became a box office hit, the multidimensional nature of our heroes and villains, and why this film is one of the most culturally significant films ever. Seize the throne in the 15th Episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this week’s episode: Hilina Kidane, Jon Jewik, Louie Ghalib, 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 #14: While You Were Sleeping

“Peter once asked me when I fell in love with the podcast. And I told him, “It was while you were sleeping.”” With Bird Box memes hitting their peak, what better way to ride the wave than with our third and final holiday film that just so happens to star Sandra Bullock: While You Were Sleeping. This 1995 romantic comedy, which features a New Years Eve scene, revolves around Bullock accidentally claiming she is the future wife of a man who recently entered a coma, but as luck would have it, the man of her dreams isn’t all that ideal. On our 14th episode, we talk about the unique premise, the chemistry between Bullock and co-star Bill Pullman, and what makes this rom-com stand out from all the rest. Give a listen to our New Years episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!

On this week’s episode: Louie Ghalib, Sierra Stella 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 #13: Die Hard

“Yippie-Ki-Yay, Podcaster!” It’s December 24th, so what better film to talk about than one that takes place on Christmas Eve: DIE HARD. Our second episode in our Holiday Series is all about John McTiernan’s 1988 action-packed classic that doubles as one of the best holiday films around. We discuss the economical leanness of the film’s script, the action icon that is John McClane, and why this film is without a doubt a Christmas movie. Welcome to the party on the 13th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast! Now on Spotify!

On this week’s episode: Louie Ghalib, 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 #12 – Batman Returns

“Listen to the podcast. High fiber.” On our first of three Holiday episodes, former club president Jamie Housen guest stars to talk about Tim Burton’s 1992 superhero classic: Batman Returns! When the superhero genre was still in its infancy, Burton made two Batman films that set the stage for the genre we know today. In this episode, we talk about how this film compares to modern superhero films, the terrific performances from an all star cast, and why Gotham let three deranged individuals dressed up like animals run a muck in their city. Get in the holiday spirit with our 12th episode of the UW Film Club Podcast now!

On this week’s episode: Jamie Housen, Louie Ghalib, 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 and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #11: The Favourite

“Favor is a breeze that shifts direction all the time. Then in an instant you’re back listening to scabrous podcasts.” This week Cynthia Li, Sabrina Pearson, and Ivy Pottinger-Glass sit down to discuss Yorgos Lanthimos’ latest film: The Favourite. Set in the early 18th century, this dark comedy period piece follows the real life events of Queen Anne as her long time friend and a servant compete for her favor. We discuss the film’s use of classic Lanthimos humor, its unique visual style, and what the film’s award potential may be on this week’s episode so drop a listen now!

On this week’s episode: Cynthia Li, Sabrina Pearson, Ivy Pottinger-Glass, 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 and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #10: Swiss Army Man

“If my best friend hides his podcast from me then what else is he hiding from me, and why does that make me feel so alone?” This week Ty Gouveia brings one of the most unique films to come out of 2016: Swiss Army Man. Together with Louie, the two talk about the film’s unique premise, its great use of humor, and how the film manages to make farting actually funny. Give a listen to our tenth episode now!

On this week’s episode: Ty Gouveia, and Louie Ghalib.

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 and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #9: Attack the Block

“First they sent in drugs, then they sent guns, and now they’re sending podcasts in to kill us. They don’t care man.” Join us this week as Thomas Lin introduces us to Joe Cornish’s 2011 gem: Attack the Block. In this episode, we talk about the underlying social commentary in this action sci-fi comedy plus the charismatic bunch of kids at the center of it all who really help elevate the film. Anything can happen in the Block, so drop a listen now!

On this week’s episode: Thomas Lin, Greg Arietta, and Louie Ghalib.

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 and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #8: Pulp Fiction

“Mmmm, that is a tasty podcast.” This week, Ryan Circelli selects one of the all time greats: Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction. For a film as prolific (and quotable) as this, we discuss our favorite scenes, what makes this piece of art so universally loved, and how Tarantino’s signature touches have inspired so many other films since. Zed’s dead in this edition of this edition of the UW Film Club Podcast!

On this week’s episode: Ryan Circelli, Greg Arietta, Louie Ghalib, and Sierra Stella.

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 and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #7: Atonement

“So for this week, I wanted to give Robbie and Cecilia the podcast they lost out on in life.” — Join us as Stephanie Chuang brings one of her favorite films of all time: Atonement. This melodramatic tale follows Robbie and Cecilia: two lovers who become separated when Ceilia’s younger sister, Briony, falsely accuses Robbie of a serious crime. Bring the tissues for this one because it’s about to get emotional!

On this week’s episode: Stephanie Chuang, Louie Ghalib, 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 and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!

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UW Film Club Podcast #6: Mid90s w/ Cast Interview

You wouldn’t trade this podcast for anybody else’s podcast! This week, Louie, Greg, and Ivy discuss Jonah Hill’s directorial debut: Mid90s — a coming of age film about a boy named Stevie who joins a group of skaters in the wake of a troubled home life. This episode in particular is extra special because we not only host the usual round table discussion, but we also have an interview with the cast of the film! Give a listen to our thoughts and theirs now!

On this week’s episode: Ivy Pottinger-Glass, Louie Ghalib, 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 and Soundcloud, and tune in every Monday for a new episode of the UW Film Club Podcast!