The Filmcast

The Filmcast
The Filmcast

In The Filmcast, hardcore geeks David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Jeff Cannata debate, pontificate, and delve into the latest films, TV shows, and other entertainment-related items from the past week. Weekly guests include everyday bloggers, webmaster luminaries, film directors, and movie stars from all walks of life. You can reach us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com and find more podcast episodes at http://www.thefilmcast.com

  1. Ep. 803 - Kraven the Hunter

    DEC 17

    Ep. 803 - Kraven the Hunter

    David, Devindra, and Jeff go wheels up with Carry-On, dive into the animated worlds of Secret Level, and take a hard look at Hard Truths. Then they go on the hunt with the latest Spiderman adjacent film, Kraven the Hunter. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR:  QUIP: Free your mouth today and save 20% sitewide, plus a FREE travel case and countertop stand at getquip.com/filmcastpod  Weekly Plugs David - Decoding TV: The Agency Devindra - Engadget Podcast on Apple’s Genmoji + Xbox Series X re-review Jeff - DLC 578 with Rebekah Valentine Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)    What we've been watching (~00:18:44) David - Carry-On, Hard Truths, Flow Devindra - Secret Level, Arcane S2, Pantheon Featured Review (~01:02:02) Kraven the Hunter SPOILERS (~01:21:20) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 44m
  2. Ep. 802 - Juror #2

    DEC 10

    Ep. 802 - Juror #2

    David, Devindra, and Jeff step up to the microphone with A Complete Unknown, reflect on the nature of performance with Sing Sing, and embed themselves with the FBI in The Order. Then they render their verdict on Clint Eastwood’s latest directorial effort, Juror #2. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR:  GHOSTBED: Visit GhostBed.com/filmcast and use code FILMCAST now to claim your 50% off discount. BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get 10% off your first month. Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: Matt Goldberg’s A Complete Unknown Review Devindra - News about Intel’s Arc B580 video card Jeff - DLC 577 with Lucy James Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only) What we've been watching (~00:18:39) Jeff - A Complete Unknown, Babygirl, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (Episodes 1 & 2) Devindra - Sing Sing, No Other Land, Dahomey, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle David - A Complete Unknown, Sing Sing, The Order Featured Review (~01:24:14)     Juror #2 SPOILERS (~01:35:28) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 54m
  3. Ep. 801 - Wicked

    DEC 3

    Ep. 801 - Wicked

    David, Devindra, and Jeff dive into the world of Moana 2, sleuth around with A Man on the Inside, and walk a mile in someone else’s shoes with Nickel Boys. Then they take to the skies with the blockbuster musical Wicked. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: Why We’re Stuck in an Endless Hell of Live Action Remake Devindra - Engadget Podcast on the changing social media landscape + TWiT  1008 Jeff - Jeff’s Cameo Page Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)    What we've been watching (~00:05:46) Jeff - Moana 2, A Man on the Inside, Nightbitch, Didi David - A Man on the Inside, Nickel Boys, The Franchise Devindra - A Man on the Inside, Nickel Boys, Nosferatu, Conclave Featured Review (~00:57:30)     Wicked SPOILERS (~01:18:28) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 37m
  4. Ep. 800 - Gladiator II

    NOV 26

    Ep. 800 - Gladiator II

    It’s the 800th episode of The Filmcast! David, Devindra, and Jeff celebrate this milestone by playing listener voicemails recalling their favorite moments from the show. Then they take in a matinee with The Last Showgirl, attempt to find freedom with All We Imagine as Light, and assess the architecture behind The Brutalist. Finally, they return to ancient Rome with Ridley Scott for Gladiator II. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR:  UNCOMMON GOODS: Go to uncommongoods.com/filmcast to get 15% off your next gift. Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: Matt Goldberg’s review of Wicked Devindra - Engadget Podcast on the DOJ pushing Google to sell Chrome + PS Portal cloud streaming Jeff - Jeff's Cameo Page Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)    What we've been watching (~00:10:46) David - The Last Showgirl, Arlington Road,  Devindra - All We Imagine as Light  Jeff - The Brutalist, Better Man, English Teacher Featured Review (~01:10:34)     Gladiator II SPOILERS (~01:26:00) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 51m
  5. Ep. 799.5 - Gladiator (2000)

    NOV 19

    Ep. 799.5 - Gladiator (2000)

    David, Devindra, and Jeff render a verdict on Juror #2, explore family tensions with A Real Pain, and return to the world of Dune with Dune: Prophecy. Then they step back into the colosseum to revisit Ridley Scott’s 2000 blockbuster Gladiator. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR:  BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get 10% off your first month. Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: Gladiator II Spoiler-Free Review Devindra - Engadget Podcast on the rise of Bluesky + Elon Musk/Trump Jeff - DLCpod.com Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)    What we've been watching (~00:12:04) David - Juror #2, Martha Jeff - A Real Pain, Colin From Accounts Season 2 Devindra - Dune: Prophecy, The Penguin Featured Review (~00:57:33)     Gladiator (2000) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 37m
  6. NOV 12

    Ep. 799 - Heretic

    David, Devindra, and Jeff consider the first trailer for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, consider the 4K restoration of The Fall, inject themselves with The Substance, and travel across the country with Will and Harper. Then they dig into the riveting thrills of Heretic. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR:  UNCOMMON GOODS: Go to uncommongoods.com/filmcast to get 15% off your next gift. LINKEDIN JOBS: Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/filmcast. Weekly Plugs David - YouTube: Movies That Make More Sense After The Election Devindra - Engadget Podcast on PS5 Pro and new M4 Mac reviews Jeff - Jeff’s Cameo Page Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)    What we've been watching (~00:41:24) David - The Fall (Mubi’s 4K Restoration), Will & Harper Devindra - The Substance, Will & Harper Featured Review (~01:04:30)     Heretic SPOILERS (~01:16:56) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 35m
  7. Ep. 798 - Here

    NOV 5

    Ep. 798 - Here

    David, Devindra, and Jeff broadcast their thoughts on Woman of the Hour, do some self reflection with My Old Ass, and go for a thrilling swim with Caddo Lake. Then they share their opinions on the daring new Robert Zemeckis film Here. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Weekly Plugs David - Decoding Everything: Stephen David Miller’s Anora Review Devindra - Engadget Podcast on the new Mac hardware Jeff - Not So Happy Slappy Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)    What we've been watching (~00:12:53) David - Caddo Lake, Terrifier 2 Devindra - Woman of the Hour, The Diplomat Season 2, Ranma ½ Jeff - My Old Ass, ¡Casa Bonita Mi Amor! Featured Review (~00:57:41)     Here SPOILERS (~01:22:38) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata’s podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com, or call and leave a voicemail at 781-583-1993. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you’d like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 43m
4.6
out of 5
3,486 Ratings

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In The Filmcast, hardcore geeks David Chen, Devindra Hardawar, and Jeff Cannata debate, pontificate, and delve into the latest films, TV shows, and other entertainment-related items from the past week. Weekly guests include everyday bloggers, webmaster luminaries, film directors, and movie stars from all walks of life. You can reach us at slashfilmcast@gmail.com and find more podcast episodes at http://www.thefilmcast.com

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