The Only Podcast About Movies

In response to listener Jerry who thought Shahir's name was Kumail, we decided to review the sleeper hit of the summer "The Big Sick" a remake of the classic Sandra Bullock joint "While You Were Sleeping" (okay, I'm kidding, but seriously, go check out the IMDB synopsis). This might be a warm up to an episode we're planning on race and representation, but it's hard not to be charmed by the easy going delightfulness of writers Kumail Nanjiani and Emily Gordon's true life story, brought to life by one of Matt's favorite people Michael Showalter. If you think Matt and Shahir should drop this charade and finally tie the knot you can email us your RSVP to onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com, tweet us your suggestions for the best wedding registry at www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod. Finally, you can leave comments for our guestbook on iTunes (in the form of a podcast review!) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In June of 1940, over 300,000 British soldiers were evacuated against the odds from the beaches of Dunkirk. Now, 77 years later, you can listen to Shahir whine about his IMAX experience. What a time to be alive! We're joined by Reviewed podcast host and Short of the Week writer Ivan Kander for his second TOPAM appearance. We talk about IMAX, Christopher Nolan the auteur and whether a War film can be anti-war. Keep that email feedback coming at us at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com or hit us up on Twitter (https://twitter.com/onlymoviepod). If you want to support the show, iTunes reviews are the best way to let us know you're there! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Three years since the dawn of the rise of the reboot of the planet of the apes, we are ready to go WAR... for the planet of the apes. But perhaps we came to bury Caesar, not to praise him. It's not the first time Shahir and Matt have been on the same side of the argument, but it might be the first time they're the lone voices against a 94% score on Rottentomatoes. Speaking of scores, we also dive deep on Christopher Nolan's recent comments about Netflix as a distribution platform (http://www.indiewire.com/2017/07/christopher-nolan-interview-dunkirk-netflix-1201857101/) Declare war on us via email at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com, or fly a white flag on twitter at https://twitter.com/onlymoviepod. Also, if you're enjoying the show, please leave us a review on iTunes, it's the best way to help support the show! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-

When it comes to super-pigs, the oeuvre of Bong Joon Ho and the eternal question of should you eat your pets, there's only one podcast with all the answers... ours! Granted, we're still the only podcast about movies, but that's besides the point. The point in question is whether you should check out the Netflix original, Okja, a film controversially boo'ed at Cannes because it was available online. Sidestepping that strange argument, we deep dive into the Spielberg-esque qualities of director Bong Joon Ho and whether animal cruelty is enough to turn you off pork chops for good. Grill us with your questions at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com or roast us under some Twitter flames at https://twitter.com/onlymoviepod. This episode also features our responses to all of your recent emails and messages, so thanks everyone who took the time to write in. We appreciate y'all! If you're enjoying the show, please drop us a review on iTunes - it really helps support us and spread the word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.

It's time for the 3rd annual Spider-Man reboot, which means donning our red tights and web slinging our way back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. I know you're probably hoping for another Daud/Krol grudge match about the MCU, but fate has intervened and spun us a special guest to help mediate our Spidey related debate. We're thrilled to have film critic and YouTuber Bob Chipman; AKA MovieBob (http://moviebob.blogspot.com/) swing by with a long history of both the corporate politics and narrative history of Spider-Man to help us find our footing as we climb the latest MCU entry. As always, you can fire some web fluid in our direction via email at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com, or swing by our twitter page (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we have a hum in the drum about Edgar Wrights "Baby Driver". Matt's super excited to see something new from his favorite working director, but will Shahir's minor criticisms send this episode flying off the highway with long sidetracks about what constitutes "fun"? Send your driving playlist to onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com, or drop a speedy reply on Twitter (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod). Also stop by our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/onlymoviepod/) for the occasional bout of cinematic road rage. Happy 4th of July everyone! www.onlymoviepodcast.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wedged right in between the summer blockbuster season comes Trey Edward Shults sophomore film "It Comes At Night" from production powerhouse A24, which gave us TOPAM favorites "The Witch", "Moonlight", "American Honey", "The Lobster", "Green Room", "Enemy" and "Room". If you know any of those previous reviews, you know how heated Matt and Shahir can get about these mid-budget films. Can they have a civil conversation about the merits of Shults new film, or will this turn into all out war about whether the whereabouts of a certain key really matters? If you'd like to come at us (at night), email onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com or creep up on us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod). Also, don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes! (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's an TOPAM Fathers Day Special! What better way to celebrate all the superhero dad's in the world by revisiting the time Batman (Michael Keaton) was just a poor shlub in the 80's trying to raise his kids while his wife Terri Garr heads off to work everyday. We're also joined by Mr. Mom's fanclub leader and fantastic director Laura Murphy (https://twitter.com/bestlauraever) from "Adam Ruins Everything" , "Last Week Tonight" and "Guy Code/Girl Code"! Laura's gonna make it 220... 221... whatever it takes to convince us that this 80's throwback is the quintessential comedy of the ages. If you've fathered an opinion about Mr. Mom, you can share it with us at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com, tell us your dad jokes on twitter (https://twitter.com//onlymoviepod) or ask us how to fix your remote control by leaving us a review on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr

Ever wondered what it would be like if the best part of Batman V Superman had her own movie? Well, wonder no more as we take a closer look at Patty Jenkin's glass ceiling shattering blockbuster, Wonder Woman! We're joined by uber talented makeup artist Bethany Townes (www.twitter.com/bethanytownes) who talks us through the power of seeing your childhood idol finally projected onto the big screen. Also, Matt and Shahir argue a bunch. Still wondering how you can support the show? You can use your lasso of truth to write us a review on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2), or fly by our Twitter page on your invisible jet (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod). Finally, if you want to clap back to us directly, you can wear your bullet proof bracelets and write us an email at onlymoviepod@gmail.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Captain Jack Sparrow returns in the fifth pirates voyage since it started back in 2003. And sure… It may be a pirate’s life for Matt and guest-hosts Nicholas Parker and Kristen Fajt… but the US box office (and a noticeably absent Shahir) seem to have jumped ship. Should you do the same? Crack open the rum and give a listen to our tail of a franchise that may be on it’s last peg-leg! Want to set sail with us on a regular basis? Subscribe to us on iTunes (and give a review while your at it). Care to chart us a new course? Email us in at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com to send us your requests. And follow our various voyages on twitter @onlymoviepod. Drink up me hartey yo HO! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In space, no one can hear you scream... unless you're doing the fingering. We're back in Xenomorph country, joined by Last Name Basis (https://twitter.com/lastname_basis) co-hosts and co-couple, Franchesca and Patrick who fill us in one what it's like to watch horror movies together and why a Michael Fassbender is hot AF. We also squeeze in a conversation about whether its time to abandon the Alien franchise. If you enjoyed this episode you can burst our chests with your comments on Twitter (https://twitter.com/onlymoviepod), hug our faces via email at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com or leave us some unhatched review eggs on iTunes at (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2). If you're sick of these puns... too bad because I'm not sick of writing them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's listener request time! This comes from almost a year ago from Twitter listener Ben D. (Sorry Ben!) It might have taken us a while to get to it, but we dive deep into the depths of Wes Anderson's 2004 box office and critical slouch "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou". Since we'd just spoken about this film a lot during our Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2, it was also a good opportunity to revisit the conversation about what makes a memorable soundtrack. Also... have the ravages of time changed Matt's cinematic perspective on the Wes Anderson-verse? If you'd like to burrow 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and send us an email, you could do so at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com. You could also harpoon us Moby Dick style on twitter (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod) or get a bigger boat on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/onlymoviepod/). For all other ocean related puns, try our website www.onlymoviepodcast.com! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#d

It's Shahir's turn to write the episode blurb which means... "It's clobbering time!" Okay, maybe that's the wrong Marvel family, but I'm still gonna need a refresher course on who the Guardians are, what they want and whether Peter Quills mixtape has any narrative relevance anymore. Tune in for all this and listener questions through Facebook live (yup, that's a thing we're doing) Send us your awesome mixtape at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com, fire an arrow through our hearts on twitter (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod) or tell us who our real dads are on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/onlymoviepod/). Also, keep those iTunes reviews coming and help spread the word by subscribing https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Like a life-changing comet hurtling through the cosmos, Matt and Shahir take the plunge and share an intimate conversation about destiny, time-travel, and body swapping as they check out one of Japan's highest-grossing films of all time, Makoto Shinkai's "Your Name" (君の名は。) It's a Freaky Friday at The Only Podcast About Movies! (except for the fact that we recorded on a Tuesday), so swap emails with us at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com. You can also hit us up on Twitter at www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/onlymoviepod/). Please subscribe and leave us a review on ITunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We go 0-100 real quick! Actually, it's been two years, but who's counting? We're joined by regular contributors and fantastic human beings Jess Tucker (www.twitter.com/mothatucker) and Red Charyszyn (https://twitter.com/crankshaft59) as we look back at all our reviews and decide which films will stand the "Test of Time" in ten or more years. We've also got many of our favorite guests dropping by for an impromptu review of us! Join the conversation and let us know which films you think will stand the test of time by emailing at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com. You can also hit us up on Twitter at www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/onlymoviepod/). Please subscribe and leave us a review on ITunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-only-podcast-about-movies/id998473390?mt=2) Finally, thank you to all our listeners and subscribers, it really means a lot to us that you've stuck with us for these last two years. We love doing the show and love hearing from you. Here's to 100 mo

It finally happened... Shahir was forced to watch a Fast & The Furious Film. Is coming in at episode 8 going to ruin him forever, or will he finally become part of the family? Has Matt finally found the film that can make Shahir appreciate dumb fun? Or will Shahir defy the laws of physics and declare The Fate of the Furious as just plain dumb? As always, write us in at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com, join the family on twitter (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod) or turn against us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/onlymoviepod/) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're psyched to present this special bonus episode with the host of the "Inside Psycho" podcast Mark Ramsey (https://twitter.com/itsinsidepsycho) We take a deep dive into the history of Alfred Hitchcocks 1960 masterpiece "Psycho", interrogate Mark on his horror favorites and try to figure out what made Mr. Hitchcock nervous. We've always been confident that we are the ONLY podcast about movies, but we recommend checking out "Inside Psycho" for a masterful retelling of cinema history (smarturl.it/Insidepsycho) As always, if you'd like to connect with us, you can pull back the show curtain and email us at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com. Cyber-stab us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/onlymoviepod) and bury the evidence on our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/onlymoviepod/) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We slip into a conversation about Ezra Edelman's 7+ hour documentary like a perfectly fitted leather glove. Joined by former lawyer turned successful screenwriter Melissa London Hilfers (https://twitter.com/melissahilfers) we try to crack the case of how long a piece of string is and what defines a film. Along the way, we might just figure out how we feel about the Juice and if he's actually related to Bart Simpson. Please subscribe to us on iTunes at https://goo.gl/Ktvgeg and drop us a line at onlymoviepodcast@gmail.com. Let us know what you think on Twitter @onlymoviepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this weeks monster-sized podcast we go big or go home with massive special guest CJ Johnson (@CjSydney) to talk about Nacho Vigalondo’s latest film Colossal. But this three-way Kaiju battle takes a huge turn when all three reviewers agree on the movies large problems, but have enormous variations in experiencing this gargantuan tail on a personal level. Its winner takes all and to the victor goes any remaining “big” title puns. As always if your ears like our stuff, please drop us a review on iTunes and check out both our facebook page and website www.onlymoviepodcast.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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