EP.40 Amanda Seyfried

EP.43 Home Invasion Films

In this episode of the Newbies To Movies Podcast, host Justin and guest Madison dive deep into the harrowing subgenre of home invasion thrillers. The conversation centers on Michael Haneke’s bleak, meta-fictional 1997 psychological thriller Funny Games and David Fincher’s high-tech, claustrophobic 2002 film Panic Room. They contrast Haneke’s confrontational critique of media violence with Fincher’s masterful use of physical space, building tension through a terrifying clash between the safe domestic sphere and external threats. Wrapping up the episode, the duo pivots to a conversational ranking of their Top 10 home invasion films. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2527366/fan_mail/new]

EP.42 Espionage Movies

In this episode of the Newbies to Movies Podcast, host Justin is joined by guest Ty to analyze the contrasting worlds of espionage cinema, focusing on the journalistic realism of All the President's Men and the stylized action of Goldfinger. The discussion covers the evolution of spy films, character development, and genre impact before concluding with a competitive draft to select ultimate espionage movie lineups.  Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2527366/fan_mail/new]

EP.41 Pixar Movies

In this episode of the Newbies To Movies Podcast, hosts Justin and Tyler are joined by special guest Madison for a deep dive into the emotional landscapes of Pixar’s Soul and Coco, analyzing how both films tackle profound themes of life, death, and legacy. Following a thoughtful discussion on the artistry and storytelling of these two films, the team moves into a lively debate to rank their top 20 Pixar movies, contrasting classic adventures with modern hits to determine the definitive ranking of the studio's best work Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2527366/fan_mail/new]

EP.40 Amanda Seyfried

In this episode of the Newbies to Movies Podcast, hosts Tyler and Justin are joined by special guest Laura for a deep dive into the career of Amanda Seyfried, contrasting her lighter musical roles with more intense acting projects. The discussion centers on the 2025 folk-horror musical The Testament of Ann Lee, analyzing her lauded performance as the Shaker leader and the film's unique approach to movement and song, while balancing it with a nostalgic look back at her role in Mamma Mia!. The episode concludes with a fun, competitive draft where the team selects their top musical movies, showcasing a range of cinematic picks. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2527366/fan_mail/new]

EP.39 A24 Films

This episode with Tyler and Justin brings on guest Paige and explores the fascinating world of film production, focusing on the innovative A24 company and analyzing two acclaimed movies, 'Waves' and 'Everything Everywhere All at Once.' We delve into themes, cinematography, acting, and the impact of these films on modern cinema. This episode features an in-depth discussion on recent movies, award nominations, and filmmaking techniques, highlighting performances, soundtrack, set design, and thematic elements. The hosts share insights on their favorite films, industry opinions, and behind-the-scenes details, making it a must-listen for movie enthusiasts. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2527366/fan_mail/new]