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 www.thefilmcast.com

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 899 - Wildwood

    David, Devindra, and Jeff practice some sleight of hand with The Only Living Pickpocket in New York, get some shut-eye in Nocturne, and approach the bench with War. Then they take a moment to admire the handmade beauty of Wildwood. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSORS: BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp is now in network with more than 125 health plans, with many copays as low as $15 for eligible members. And if you don’t have eligible insurance or live outside the US, you can still get 20% off your first month. Sign up and get 20% off at BetterHelp.com/FILMCAST.HIMS WEIGHT LOSS: Ready to be him? Visit hims.com/FILMCAST to get personalized, affordable care for weight loss, hair loss, sex, testosterone, and more. Weekly PlugsDavid - DChen’s Youtube: Five Favorite Patrick Stewart PerformancesDevindra - TWIT 1108: Bad AI VibesJeff - Jeff’s Cameo Page Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)   What we've been watching (~00:20:34)David - The Only Living Pickpocket in New York, Fatherland, Ali G: Who Iz I?Devindra - The Only Living Pickpocket in New York, Nocturne, Slow Horses, Watching things on iPhone DuoJeff - War Featured Review (~01:09:24)    WildwoodSPOILERS (~01:25:49) 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.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 to 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.

    Ep. 899 - Wildwood

  2. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    The Summer Movie Wager Payoff: AMC's Interview with the Vampire (First 3 Eps)

    The Filmcast: After Dark is the bonus show where we talk about a variety of random topics that didn't make it into the main podcast. In this episode, it's time for all of us to live up to our part of this year's Summer Movie Wager! Germain Lussier joins David, Devindra and Jeff to discuss the first three episodes of AMC's Interview with the Vampire. (Plus: BJ shares her thoughts as well!)

    The Summer Movie Wager Payoff: AMC's Interview with the Vampire (First 3 Eps)

  3. Oct 27

    Ep. 898 - You Can See Everything

    David, Devindra, and Jeff try not to stare with Clayface, head back overseas for season four of The Diplomat, and assess the woven romance of Wicker. Then they take an unblinking look at Elizabeth Holmes in You Can See Everything. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Weekly PlugsDavid - Decoding Everything: Caroline Siede’s Clayface reviewDevindra - Engadget Apple CoverageJeff - We Have Concerns Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)   What we've been watching (~00:01:54)David - Clayface, Wicker, Kung-Fu SoccerDevindra - The Diplomat S4, Musk, DreamWorks Dragons: The Nine RealmsJeff - Wicker, Nobody Wants This S3 Featured Review (~00:59:22)    You Can See EverythingSPOILERS (~01:15:58) 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.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 to 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.

    Ep. 898 - You Can See Everything

  4. Oct 23 ·  Bonus

    Interview: Travis Knight, Director of Wildwood

    In this bonus interview, Devindra Hardawar chats with Travis Knight, the director of 'Wildwood.'

    Interview: Travis Knight, Director of Wildwood

  5. Oct 20

    Ep. 897 - Street Fighter (2026)

    David, Devindra, and Jeff revisit the art-house horrors of Ken Russell’s The Devils, examine the balance of faith and crime with Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, and take stock of a deadpan master with Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald. Then they enter the ring with Street Fighter. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSORS: CHUBBIES: Your new wardrobe awaits! Get $20 off @chubbies with the code FILMCAST at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/filmcast #chubbiespodTHINGSBOOK: Books, movies, anime, webtoons, travel: ThingsBook is your digital journal for all your favorite things. With 41+ categories, there’s room for everything you love. Download ThingsBook and start posting today. Weekly PlugsDavid - Decoding Everything: Matt Goldberg breaks down the ending of You Can See EverythingDevindra - Engadget: More coverage of NVIDIA’s RTX SparkJeff - Jeff’s Cameo Page Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)   What we've been watching (~00:02:18)David - Ken Russell’s The Devils, East of Eden, Carrie (2026)Devindra - Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, Avatar: Seven Havens, A Talent for MurderJeff - Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald, Small Prophets Featured Review (~01:02:41)    Street Fighter (2026)SPOILERS (~01:27:35) 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.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 to 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.

    Ep. 897 - Street Fighter (2026)

  6. Oct 13

    Ep. 896 - The Social Reckoning

    David and Devindra head out west with Cupertino, navigate the dating scene with Youth, and explore magic in suburbia in Small Prophets. Then they take the stand with the latest from Aaron Sorkin, The Social Reckoning. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSORS: HIMS WEIGHT LOSS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit hims.com/filmcast to get personalized, affordable care for weight loss, hair loss, sex, testosterone, and more.QUINCE: Find your next fall favorites at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. And when Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was The Filmcast. It’s the best way to support the show. Weekly PlugsDavid - Decoding Everything: Caroline Siede’s review of Social ReckoningDevindra - Engadget coverage on Microsoft and RTX Spark Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)   What we've been watching (~00:01:57)David - Youth, Small ProphetsDevindra - Cupertino, East of Eden, Small Prophets, Matilda the Musical Featured Review (~00:34:54)    The Social ReckoningSPOILERS (~01:02:44) 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.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 to 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.

    Ep. 896 - The Social Reckoning

  7. Oct 6

    Ep. 895 - Digger

    David, Devindra, and Jeff hit the road to recovery with Idiots, take in the glow of the first season of Lanterns, and find an unlikely family with Brothers. Then they assess Alejandro González Iñárritu’s latest bold swing, Digger. 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. If you’ve been waiting to start therapy, BetterHelp works with more than 125 health plan networks, and eligible members have an average copay of just $23 per session with insurance. Don’t have insurance or live outside the U.S.? You can still get 10% off your first month. Visit BetterHelp.com/FILMCAST to explore your payment options. Weekly PlugsDavid - Decoding Everything: Matt Goldberg’s review of DiggerDevindra - Engadget Microsoft and NVIDIA coverage this weekJeff - Jeff’s Cameo Page Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)   What we've been watching (~00:19:18)David - Idiots, The Swan: Behind the MirrorDevindra - Lanterns, Hadestown: The MusicalJeff - Brothers, The Play That Goes Wrong Featured Review (~01:05:39)    Digger 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.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 to 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.

    Ep. 895 - Digger

  8. Sep 29

    Ep. 894 - Primetime

    David, Devindra, and Jeff hit the road for the 20th anniversary of Cars, slide into theaters for the 4K re-release of Akira, and keep it in the family with Dang! Then they prepare to make television history with Primetime. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Weekly PlugsDavid - Decoding Everything: Caroline Siede’s review of PrimetimeDevindra - Sonos Beam Ultra review  Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)   What we've been watching (~00:09:58)David - Cars: 20th Anniversary, Don't Say Good LuckDevindra - Akira 4K Re-ReleaseJeff - Dang!, Golden Axe Featured Review (~00:51:07)    PrimetimeSPOILERS (~01:08:26) 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.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 to 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.

    Ep. 894 - Primetime
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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 www.thefilmcast.com

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  • Creator
    The Filmcast
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2026
  • Episodes
    500
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Filmcast

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