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Paul Rudd & Jenna Ortega star as a father & daughter traveling to a wilderness retreat of a mega-wealthy pharmaceutical CEO in the dark comedy DEATH OF A UNICORN. Our hosts share their thoughts on the movie as well as discuss news of films in the works. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: American Animals Footcandle Film Society

Steven Soderbergh has released his second film of 2025 - a spy thriller starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett as a married couple who both work as intelligence agents. We've got a review of BLACK BAG plus quick looks at upcoming new releases. Recommendation included in this episode: Molli and Max in the Future Footcandle Film Society

OPUS is writer/director Mark Anthony Green's feature debut. It stars John Malkovich as a reclusive pop music icon and Ayo Edebiri as a journalist sent to cover his first album release in thirty years. We've got a review of the film plus another serving of Trailer Tapas where we sample some news of upcoming releases. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: The Music Never Stopped Footcandle Film Society

MICKEY 17 is director Bong Joon Ho’s much-anticipated follow-up to 2019’s Best Picture-winning PARASITE. We’ve got a review plus a serving of Trailer Tapas where we sample the upcoming films BRING HER BACK and HOLLAND. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode – Schindler’s List Footcandle Film Society

Director Kyle Hausmann-Stokes makes his directorial debut with MY DEAD FRIEND ZOE starring Sonequa Martin-Green, Natalie Morales, Ed Harris, and Morgan Freeman. Inspired by true events, the film tells the story of a U.S. Army Afghanistan veteran who - thanks to the presence of her dead best from the Army - is at odds with her estranged Vietnam Veteran grandfather and her VA counselor. We've got a review of the new film plus thoughts on the 96th Academy Awards winners and losers on this episode. Recommendation included in this episode: Black Box Diaries Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

'Twas the week leading up to the Academy Awards ceremony. Our hosts were in a quandary as to what film to review. A based on a true story inspiring drama, a new contender for the title of an American masterpiece, or a film that just hit theaters. Why not all three? Listen in for thoughts on SING SING, THE BRUTALIST, & THE MONKEY. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode- September 5 Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A sci-fi thriller romance starring Miles Teller & Anya Taylor-Joy? That's how THE GORGE released on AppleTV+ on Valentine's Day has been promoted. We've got a review plus a few thoughts on the new CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD & news of an upcoming a24 film starring Paul Rudd & Tim Robinson. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode- Flow Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Writer/Director Drew Hancock's new film COMPANION follows what happens when a billionaire's death sets off a chain of events for Iris (played by Sophie Thatcher) and her friends during a weekend trip to his lakeside estate. Our hosts share a review followed by some trailers for new films on the horizon. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Director Stephen Soderbergh is back on the big screen with the first of his two 2025 films. PRESENCE tells the tale of a family who moves into a new home only to become convinced they are not alone. Our hosts give their thoughts on this new release as well as discuss the recent Oscar nominations. Recommendations - Incident, I'm Not a Robot NOTE: Both short film recommendations can be found streaming for free here Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Footcandle Films, we review the new creature feature WOLF MAN starring Julia Garner and Christopher Abbott. Afterward, Alan serves up a platter of Trailer Tapas with previews of THE ALTO KNIGHTS and QUEEN OF THE RING. Chris closes out the show with a timely recommendation of a documentary on filmmaker David Lynch. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: David Lynch: The Art Life Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

HERETIC, a horror thriller from A24 Studios starring Hugh Grant, gets the honor of being the first film to be reviewed in 2025 by Alan & Chris. After the review, each host shares a list of films they are anticipating for 2025. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For the first Footcandle Films podcast of 2025 Alan & Chris look back at the cinematic offerings of 2024 and give their top 5 actresses, actors, directors & films. Adding a little twist to the usual "Best of" recaps each host also shares their biggest disappointment & biggest surprise from 2024. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Two additional gifts await under the cinematic Christmas tree for our hosts to discuss before calling it quits for 2024. In this episode, Alan & Chris unwrap the new Bob Dylan biopic A COMPLETE UNKNOWN starring Timothée Chalamet and the thriller BABYGIRL starring Nicole Kidman. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking for something a little different to do on Christmas Day? How about heading to the local multiplex to see what spin Robert Eggers puts on the vampire tale with NOSFERATU? Alan & Chris have had a chance to screen the film early and share a review. Also on this episode, we discuss A DIFFERENT MAN starring Sebastian Stan and talk about the recently released Academy Awards shortlists. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marielle Heller's new film NIGHTBITCH starring Amy Adams tells the story of a woman who has paused her career as an artist to be a stay-at-home mom, but soon her domesticity takes a surreal turn. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the film as well as discuss the documentary, Will & Harper. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: Tully Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Two actors who have become directors have new films out. We discuss Jesse Eisenberg's A REAL PAIN first and then spend some time on jury duty with Clint Eastwood's JUROR #2. For our news portion of the podcast we look over the rumored Oscar nominees for the Best Actor & Best Supporting Actor categories. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's podcast episode, we review two movie musicals that couldn't be more different. First, we venture to a cinematic version of Oz with WICKED. Afterward, we travel to Mexico for the tale of a drug lord attempting to restart their life after faking their death in EMILIA PÉREZ. With both films featuring some buzzed-about acting performances, we then look over the predicted Oscar nominees in the Best Actress and Supporting Actress categories. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Twenty-four years have passed since Ridley Scott's GLADIATOR was a box office and critical hit. A child in the first film, Lucius, is all grown up now and Ridley Scott is back to tell his story in GLADIATOR II. Does it succumb to the dreaded sickness known as sequel-itis? Our hosts share a review, talk some movie trailers, and then ponder some early Oscar predictions. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Independent darling director Sean Baker's ANORA starring Mikey Madison won the Palme d'Or at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and has now made it into theaters across the U.S. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the film as well as look at some trailers of upcoming releases. To close out the show both hosts each share a recommendation of a film you should consider checking out. The recommendations from our hosts in this episode: Music by John Williams, Fight Club Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, & director Robert Zemeckis (who first worked together on FORREST GUMP) reunite for a generational story about families and the special place they inhabit, sharing in love, loss, laughter, and life. We share our thoughts on the new film HERE as well as discuss some trailers of films yet to be released. Closing out the show Chris gets some help with his movie recommendation from his nephew & niece. The recommendation from our hosts in this episode: The Wild Robot Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow & Isabella Rossellini star in a thriller about the struggle to elect a pope in Edward Berger's new film CONCLAVE. We've got a review plus some movie news and a joint recommendation from our hosts on a film you should check out. Recommendation: The Grand Budapest Hotel Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A documentary about musician Pharrell Williams done entirely in LEGO. That's the premise of the new film PIECE BY PIECE by the Academy Award-winning director Morgan Neville. Alan & Chris share a review and then discuss a few movie trailers as well as ponder the rumors of Christopher Nolan's next film. A recommendation in this episode: Tuesday Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recorded at the MESH Studios in Hickory NC it's a review of SATURDAY NIGHT! (please read that in the voice of Don Pardo for the full effect). Our hosts discuss the latest film from Jason Reitman and then a pair of trailers for some interesting theatrical releases coming in early 2025. Recommendation in this episode: Casa Bonita Mi Amor Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joaquin Phoenix reprises his Oscar-winning role as Arthur Fleck in JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX. The film also stars Lady Gaga and adds musical numbers to the mix. Alan & Chris share a review and then delve into the trailers of two soon-to-be-released motion pictures. Closing out the episode Chris shares a very specific type of recommendation for a very specific type of moviegoer. Recommendation in this episode: Megalopolis Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Writer/Director Jeremy Saulnier's latest film REBEL RIDGE, his second in partnership NETFLIX, began streaming on September 6th. Alan & Chris share a review and then, in keeping with the theme of films being released direct to streaming, discuss the trailers of two films on the horizon. Chris closes the show with one of his famous (infamous?) streaming recommendations of films to put on your watchlist. Recommendation in this episode: Memento Footcandle Film Society and Film Festival See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's been over thirty-five years since Tim Burton brought the antics of a spectral cavorting demon named Beetlejuice to the big screen. Reuniting the original cast Burton's anticipated sequel BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE has now hit cinemas across the country. Our hosts share a review and then discuss the trailers for Y2K and NIGHTBITCH. In wrapping up the episode Chris shares a movie recommendation you can catch up with from the comfort of your living room couch. Recommendation: A Quiet Place: Day One Footcandle Film Society and 2024 Film Festival September 21-28 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zoë Kravitz makes her directorial debut with the new suspense thriller BLINK TWICE starring Channing Tatum, Naomi Ackie, & Alia Shawkat. Our hosts share a review & then discuss two trailers for big films from two big directors (Pedro Almodovar & Francis Ford Coppola). Recommendation included in this episode: The Princess Bride Footcandle Film Society and Film Festival See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ALIEN: ROMULUS makes for the seventh film in the Alien franchise (if you don't count the two Alien Vs. Predator movies). Our hosts share their review of the new release, discuss a possible Aronofsky comic book project, and ponder the merits of the BETWEEN THE TEMPLES trailer. Recommendation: Daughters Footcandle Film Society & Film Festival Information See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Director Doug Liman has reunited with Matt Damon 22 years after THE BOURNE IDENTITY for THE INSTIGATORS - a film that follows two unlikely partners who must go on the run after a heist that doesn't go as planned. Our hosts give their thoughts on this reunion & also share some news about upcoming releases. The recommendation included in this episode: The Teachers' Lounge Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

M. Night's back with a thriller starring Josh Hartnett...and Hayley Mills...? Our hosts share a review of TRAP and then discuss some trailers of two soon-to-be-released films they are anticipating. For his recommendation on this episode, Chris appeals to Alan to catch up with the latest installment of the Planet of the Apes franchise reboot that is now streaming on Hulu. Recommendation in this episode: The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deadpool has officially entered the Marvel Cinematic Universe in his third trip to the big screen. Alan & Chris review DEADPOOL AND WOLVERINE and then depart the world of comic book movies to discuss three trailers of upcoming films scheduled to be released before the end of 2024. A recommendation from our hosts in this episode: The Truman Show Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is TWISTERS the sequel nobody asked for that we all need in 2024? As it appears to have gotten crowds back into movie theaters (a thought that is actually verbalized in an action scene) maybe this is the case. Alan & Chris discuss this blockbuster release as well as a smaller, simpler art house comedy THELMA starring June Squibb. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: Mean Girls (2004) Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Writer/director Oz Perkins has a new film starring Nicolas Cage as an elusive serial killer and up-and-coming scream queen Maika Monroe as the FBI agent tasked with tracking him down. We've got a review of LONGLEGS, movie news of upcoming releases, and a recommendation of a film you can enjoy from the cozy comfort of your living room all on this episode. Enjoy! Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: The Silence of the Lambs Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Director Ti West and star Mia Goth have returned to the multiplex with MAXXXINE, the 3rd film in their horror trilogy, this past weekend. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on the new film as well as the previous installments. Next in the show lineup, the hosts indulge in some trailer tapas with clips from F1, HERETIC, and AFRAID. Chris then wraps up the show with one of his patent-pending recommendations of films to watch from the comfort of your own couch. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: In A Valley of Violence Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh off her Oscar-winning performance in POOR THINGS, Emma Stone returns for a third time to the world of director Yorgos Lanthimos in his latest film KINDS OF KINDNESS. The film which also stars Jesse Plemmons, Willem Dafoe, Hong Chau, and Margaret Qualley has the actors playing different characters in a trilogy of stories that comprise the film. After sharing a review of the movie, our hosts continue a theme of three by delving into a triad trailer of upcoming releases. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Hardy, Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, Mike Faist, & Michael Shannon star in writer/director Jeff Nichols' latest film THE BIKERIDERS. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this new release before discussing some news about films yet to hit the silver screen. Rounding out the episode Chris recommends a film that is celebrating its' 25 anniversary. Recommendation in this episode: Office Space Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BRATS, a new documentary available to stream exclusively on Hulu, centers on the 1980s films starring the "Brat Pack" and their profound impact on the young stars' lives. WE GROWN NOW, a small independent release, tells the story of two young boys, best friends Malik and Eric, growing up in the Cabrini-Green public housing complex in 1992 Chicago. Alan & Chris share reviews of each film before discussing a bit of upcoming movie release news. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indie filmmaker Richard Linklater released his latest movie HIT MAN starring Glen Powell on Netflix on June 7th. Alan & Chris share a review and then discuss some upcoming films of interest. For a home viewing recommendation this week, Chris goes back to 2008 to a film (though well received at the time) he feels needs some more credit today. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: WALL-E Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For 88 minutes a completely unrecognizable Jesse Eisenberg & Riley Keough depict the life of an unusual family in SASQUATCH SUNSET. Alan & Chris discuss the film and then cover some news of upcoming releases. Chris closes out the show with a recommendation of an unusual documentary that is not for the faint of heart. Recommendation in this episode: The Contestant Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Director George Miller is back in the deserts of Australia with FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth. The fellows share their views on the film before giving details of three other movies that are yet to be released. Rounding out the show Chris shares a recommendation for a film you might consider adding to your watch list...or as he thinks might more likely be the case...your rewatch list. Recommendation: Little Miss Sunshine Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Despite being in the midst of the summer movie season, Alan & Chris decided to take an off-ramp from the blockbuster freeway and visit an entry in the smaller independent film community. We've got a review of first time feature director Francis Galluppi's THE LAST STOP IN YUMA COUNTY starring Jim Cummings and then news from Cannes including thoughts on all those standing ovations. Recommendation: Steve! (Martin) A Documentary In 2 pieces Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

They're back! After taking a podcast recording break due to hectic scheduling, our hosts return to deliver reviews of three new films to make up for lost time. With the three reviews to cover the hosts nixed the usual segment follow-up of movie news. Chris, however, couldn't pass up an opportunity to pass along a recommendation of a film you can screen from the comfort of your own living room. Reviews in this episode: The Fall Guy, Unfrosted, Challengers Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: Lars and the Real Girl Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Director Alex Garland's CIVIL WAR portrays a dystopian future when a divided America has been plunged into a battle between various factions. Our hosts share their takes on the film before discussing movie news of a musical starring Michael Shannon & Tilda Swinton and the next film by Yorgos Lanthimos. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: Devs Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dev Patel's directorial debut MONKEY MAN has hit theaters and our hosts have a review. Items of movie news are discussed next including an upcoming adaptation of the Frankenstein story starring Christian Bale & Jesse Buckley and the third installment in director Ti West's horror trilogy. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Everyone's favorite city-stomping giant lizard & gargantuan ape have returned to movie screens across the country. Our hosts review GODZILLA x KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE and indulge in a round of Trailer Tapas sampling the trailers of three upcoming new releases. Rounding out the episode, Chris shares a recommendation of an older film he's recently screened that he thinks others might enjoy watching. Recommendation from our hosts in this episode: Mother (2009) Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did another round of bustin' make Alan & Chris feel good? They review the new GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE, the comedic satire THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MAGICAL NEGROES, and share some movie news about upcoming films they're anticipating. Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Acclaimed director Wim Wenders scored an Oscar nomination for his latest film PERFECT DAYS. Our hosts spend some time discussing the film that details the simple life of a janitor for public restrooms in Tokyo. Speaking of the Oscars, the hosts run down their surprises after viewing the broadcast. Closing out the show Chris gives a recommendation of a film you might want to watch (especially if you're a Paul Giamatti completist). A recommendation from our hosts in this episode: Cold Souls Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Sandman stars as a Spaceman. In other words...Adam Sandler's new film SPACEMAN has hit Netflix. Our hosts share their thoughts before discussing some new films being premiered at SXSW. Chris closes out the episode with a recommendation of a movie you might be interested in that you can screen from the comfort of your living room couch (sadly we still don't have a theme song for this section). Film recommendation included in this episode: Barking Dogs Never Bite Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a three-year hiatus moviegoers can now return to Arrakis to spend some quality time (two hours and forty-six minutes in fact) with Paul Atreides and friends. Our hosts have a review of the new blockbuster DUNE: PART TWO before discussing some new trailers of some smaller independent films. Chris closes out the episode with a recommendation of a film you might be interested in that you can screen from the comfort of your living room couch. Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: Jodorowsky's Dune Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joel Coen (a.k.a. one-half of the esteemed Coen Brothers duo) had his solo directorial debut in 2021 with THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH. Now in 2024, Ethan Coen takes his shot at a solo directorial effort with DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS. Alan & Chris share their thoughts before moving on to some movie news about not one but four upcoming interrelated biopics. Closing out the show Chris recommends a film you might have missed that you can catch up with from the comfort of your living room. Recommendations from our hosts in this episode: Bottoms Footcandle Film Society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.