Film is Lit

Film is Lit
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The podcast in which a self-proclaimed film expert and an overly confident literary expert discuss film adaptations of books. It's lit.

  1. FEB 18

    Ep. 148 - Ripley (Highsmith, 1955/Zaillian, 2024)

    **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS** Tom Ripley is BACK! And this time, it’s colder, darker, and shot in gorgeous black and white. In today's episode of the Film is Lit podcast, we dissect "Ripley," the 2024 series that turns fraud into high art. From Andrew Scott’s quietly terrifying performance to the show’s deliberate pacing and razor-sharp visual style, could this be one of our favorite limited series of all time? Plus, how does it stack up against "The Talented Mr. Ripley?" All we know is that Patricia Highsmith would be proud of this adaptation. #AndrewScott #DakotaFanning #JohnnyFlynn #EliotSumner #StevenZaillian #RobertElswit #PatriciaHighsmith #FilmisLitpodcast #booktoscreen #Netflix

    1h 31m

  2. JAN 27

    Ep. 147 - Frankenstein (Shelley, 1818/del Toro, 2025)

    **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS** Film is Lit comes ROARING back, covering a pop sensation: 9-time Oscar nominee "Frankenstein!" We just can't stop talking about Mary Shelley's Frankenstein! And we welcome Dr. Sean Flory back to the pod, the *actual* literature expert. Join our discussion of Guillermo del Toro's creature feature adaptation of Shelley's classic. #JacobElordi #Guillermo del Toro #MaryShelley #Frankenstein #FilmIsLit #movie #Oscars #filmtobook #MiaGoth #CreatureFeature #booktoscreen #OscarIsaac

    1h 38m

  3. 10/14/2025

    Ep. 146 - The Long Walk (King, 1979/Lawrence, 2025)

    **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS** In this episode of Film is Lit, we’re joined by our good friend and fellow Stephen King enthusiast, Mike Feser, as we take "The Long Walk" - both literally and figuratively - through the 2025 film adaptation of King’s chilling 1979 novel. It’s a faithful adaptation, depicting a harrowing journey that tests more than stamina, and we’re here to break down every grueling mile: the performances, the tone, and that shocking ending. Plus, we talk about Mark Hamill’s SECOND Stephen King role of the year - trading in the sweet grandpa from "The Life of Chuck" for what is basically Uncle Sam (in shades!). So lace up those boots, listeners... this episode goes the distance! #TheLongWalk #FilmIsLitPodcast #StephenKing #MarkHamill #FrancisLawrence #DavidJonsson #CooperHoffman #JudyGreer #BenWang #RomanGriffin Davis#DannyGaylord #MikeFeser #BookVsMovie #KingAdaptation #HorrorMovies #DystopianThriller #Moviereview

    1h 56m

  4. 10/02/2025

    Ep. 145 - The Thursday Murder Club (Osman, 2020/Columbus, 2025)

    **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS** The Thursday Murder Club…do they SOLVE murders or commit them? Or BOTH??? Welcome to another episode of Film Is Lit, in which we discuss the new(ish) Netflix movie, starting some of the silver screen’s most talented septuagenarians. Follow us into Richard Osman’s twisted tale of murder, revenge, human trafficking, and…tea time?? #ThursdayMurderClub #RichardOsman #ChrisColumbus #PierceBrosnan #HelenMirren #BenKingsley #CeliaImrie #BookVsMovie #CozyMystery #BookPodcast #FilmDiscussion #BookAdaptations #CrimeFiction #FilmisLitPod #DannyGaylord #JamesBond #England

    1h 28m

  5. 09/25/2025

    Ep. 144 - Fire Island (Austen, 1813/Ahn, 2022)

    **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS** Summer may be over - but the party isn’t! This week we’re diving into “Fire Island,” the 2022 loose adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice” that turned Jane Austen’s world into a raunchy modern rom com. Starring Joel Kim Booster and Bowen Yang - two of the funniest people working in the biz today - it’s a film full of laughs, heart, and lots and lots of partying. And returning to the pod is resident Austen expert and all-around super chill lady, Alison Wood. So grab a drink, hit play, and let’s keep the summer vibes alive! #FilmisLitPod #FireIsland #JaneAusten #JoelKimBooster #BowenYang #ConradRicamora #ZanePhillips #TomasMatos #TorianMiller #MattRogers #PrideAndPrejudice #QueerCinema #Podcast #bookworm #cinephile #bookadaptation

    1h 27m

  6. 08/26/2025

    Ep. 143 - The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 (Collins, 2010/Lawrence, 2015)

    **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS** We’re back in Panem for Mockingjay Part 2 - the final chapter in the Katniss saga. Unlike Part 1, some things actually happen in this one… albeit I don’t think this could’ve been a more dour and depressing entry if they tried.  Joining us is returning guest Noah, and fun fact: he’s the one who COMPOSED the Film is Lit theme song!  Together, the three of us try to unearth the best attributes hidden in this otherwise “meh” finale. So grab your bows, take aim, and tune in as we wrap up our Hunger Games coverage! #JenniferLawrence #JoshHutcherson #PhilipSeymourHoffman #JulianneMoore #WoodyHarrelson #LiamHemsworth #DonaldSutherland #FilmIsLitPodcast #Podcast #MoviePodcast #FilmPodcast #PodcastCommunity #PodcastersOfInstagram #MockingjayPart2 #TheHungerGames #KatnissEverdeen #PeetaMellark #GaleHawthorne #HungerGamesFans #PanemForever #MovieDiscussion #BookToFilm

    1h 24m

  7. 08/19/2025

    Ep. 142 - The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 (Collins, 2010/Lawrence, 2014)

    **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS** We'd say "May the odds be ever in your favor," but no odds are in Katniss's favor in "Mockingjay!" Join the hosts of Film is Lit and previous guest, Kayla Phaneuf (@spookybuddyy), as we discuss the ups and downs of Suzanne Collins' last installment in the original Hunger Games trilogy. Don't kid yourself, it's a downer! #FilmIsLit #MockingjayPartOne #TheHungerGames #JenniferLawrence #JoshHutcherson #PhilipSeymourHoffman #JulianneMoore #WoodyHarrelson #LiamHemsworth #DonaldSutherland #CatchingFire #KatnissEverdeen #PeetaMellark #TeamPeeta #TeamGale #PodcastLife #FilmPodcast #MovieTalk #FilmDiscussion #CinematicChat #PodcastCommunity #MayTheOddsBeEverInYourFavor

    1h 33m

  8. 07/29/2025

    Ep. 141 - Our Interview with Rex Pickett (Author of "Sideways")

    This just in - Film is Lit isn’t just analyzing this week. We go DIRECTLY to the source! In a podcast first, we are pleased to host “Sideways” author himself, Rex Pickett! Join us for a relaxed conversation about California wine country, the development of his 2004 book, and its continuing legacy. It was such an honor to have Rex on the show. Be sure to check out his “Sideways” sequels and other works on his website: rexpickettbooks.com - a true treasure trove for fans of the book, the film, and all things wine-soaked and story-driven. #Sideways #RexPickett #FilmIsLitPodcast #SidewaysMovie #SidewaysBook #CaliforniaWineCountry #WineLovers #PinotNoir #FilmPodcast #BookToFilm #IndieFilm #PaulGiamatti #AlexanderPayne #FilmAdaptation #WineCountry #AuthorInterview #SantaYnez #TheSidewaysInn #TheWindmillInn #TheHitchingPostII #TheHitchingPost2 #Maya #VirginiaMadsen #ThomasHadenChurch #SandraOh

    1h 31m
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The podcast in which a self-proclaimed film expert and an overly confident literary expert discuss film adaptations of books. It's lit.

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  • Creator
    Film is Lit
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    148
  • Rating
    Explicit
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