Episode 91 - Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) with Luke Burian

Episode 92 - The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) with Susan-Kate Heaney,

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by actor and writer Susan-Kate Heaney for a deep dive into the classic French New Wave musical romance The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964), directed by Jacques Demy. If you love foreign language cinema, French film, or classic musical romance movies — this one's for you! 🎬 Film Discussed: * The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964) — directed by Jacques Demy * Genre: French New Wave / Musical / Romance / Classic World Cinema * Starring Catherine Deneuve in one of her most iconic early roles The Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto randomly selects from his ever-growing watchlist and dives into discussion — solo or with a guest — spanning cult classics, arthouse cinema, and world film across every era. Shane Conto — film critic, writer, and YouTuber: * 🌐 Website [https://thewastelandreviewer.blog/] | ▶️ YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJqs95vIGPNW5h0tgXWNctQ] | 📸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thewastelandreviewer/] | 🎥 Letterboxd [https://letterboxd.com/WastelandShane/] Also hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, The Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Vintage Roadshow on the SPDM Crew network. Susan-Kate Heaney — actor and writer: * 📸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/susan_kate?igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet] | 🎬 IMDb [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2355503/] Want to help Shane clear his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? Email spdmcrew@gmail.com [spdmcrew@gmail.com] 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Episode 91 - Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) with Luke Burian

This week on The Wasteland Watchlist, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian to dive deep into one of the most visceral and influential works of Japanese body horror cinema — Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989), directed by Shin'ya Tsukamoto. 🎬 Film Discussed: * Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) — directed by Shin'ya Tsukamoto * Genre: Body horror / Japanese experimental cinema / cult film * A twisted, kinetic nightmare of flesh and metal that redefined Japanese indie filmmaking The Wasteland Watchlist is a film podcast where Shane Conto randomly selects a film from his ever-growing watchlist and dives into a discussion — solo or with a guest — covering everything from cult classics to hidden gems across all eras and genres of cinema. Shane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Follow his work here: * 🌐 Website [https://thewastelandreviewer.blog/] * ▶️ YouTube – The Wasteland Reviewer [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJqs95vIGPNW5h0tgXWNctQ] * 📸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thewastelandreviewer/] * 🎥 Letterboxd [https://letterboxd.com/WastelandShane/] Shane also hosts Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and The Cinematic Wasteland — all part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Luke Burian is a film writer, blogger, and podcaster. Find his work here: * 🌐 Lost in Movies [https://lostinmovies.co.uk] * 🎥 Letterboxd * 🎙️ Podcasts: Flix and Chill, The Cinematic Wasteland, and SiftPop Writers' Room 🎙️ Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feed [https://open.spotify.com/show/3QEZwKAnzMTv5CH2IU8Bzm] Want to help Shane work through his watchlist, or interested in joining the SPDM Crew? Email us at spdmcrew@gmail.com [spdmcrew@gmail.com] 📲 Follow SPDM Crew: Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Bluesky 🎵 Theme music by Kristofer Twadell | Logo by Jason Wilbur @ HiFlyer Creative Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on your favorite podcast app!

Episode - Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) with Mike Hilty

Welcome to The Wasteland Watchlist, the movie podcast where Shane Conto, a seasoned film critic, writer, and YouTuber, randomly picks a film from his ever-growing watchlist and dives deep into thoughtful, passionate discussions. In this episode, Shane is joined by Mike Hilty, fellow SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, as they revisit the wild, satirical sequel to the beloved 80s horror-comedy classic — Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990). They break down how this cult favorite redefines parody, chaos, and creature comedy in its own brilliant way. About Shane Conto Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, entertainment writer, and creator of The Wasteland Reviewer. Explore more of his work on his [Website], [YouTube Channel], and follow him on [Instagram], [TikTok], and [Letterboxd]. Don’t miss his other shows on the SPDM Crew Podcast Network — Wasteland Retrospective, Wasteland Spotlight, and The Cinematic Wasteland. About Mike Hilty Mike Hilty is a passionate TV and movie fan, podcaster, and fellow member of the SPDM Crew. Follow him on [Instagram], [Serializd], and [Letterboxd]. You can also catch his work on Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds and read his articles on SiftPop. Check out other SPDM podcasts he’s involved in: Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV. Stay Connected Subscribe to The Wasteland Watchlist podcast feed for new episodes, reviews, and film discussions every week. Want to help Shane clear out his watchlist or join the SPDM Crew? 📩 Email: spdmcrew@gmail.com [spdmcrew@gmail.com] Follow SPDM Crew on [Instagram], [X (Twitter)], [Facebook], [YouTube], [LinkedIn], and [Blue Sky]. 🌐 Visit: spdmcrew.com [http://spdmcrew.com] 🎵 Music by Kristofer Twadell 🎨 Logo by Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative ⭐ Leave a review and rate The Wasteland Watchlist 5 stars on your favorite podcast app — it helps other film lovers discover the show!

Episode 89 - Boudu Saved from Drowning (1932) with Adam Ritchie

Welcome to The Wasteland Watchlist! Shane Conto (and occasionally guests) will randomly select a film from his ever growing watchlsit and take a dive into a dicussion here on the podcast. Shane is joined by podcaster and physical media collector, Adam Ritchie, for this episode as he discusses Jean Renoir's classic French satire, Boudu Saved from Drowning (1932). Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://thewastelandreviewer.blog/]⁠, his YouTube page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Wasteland Reviewer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJqs95vIGPNW5h0tgXWNctQ]⁠, and follow him on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/thewastelandreviewer/], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@thewastelandreviewer?lang=en]⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://letterboxd.com/WastelandShane/]⁠! Check out his other podcasts, the Wasteland Retrospective, the Cinematic Wasteland, and the Wasteland Spotlight, all on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts! Adam Ritchie is the host of KerbRider F1 and Screen Time with KerbRider podcast here on the SPDM Crew. He's also the co-host of the Cinematic Wasteland. Check out Adam's thoughts on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kerbrider?igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet] and check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://boxd.it/2fNhT] for movie updates! If you'd like to help Shane get rid of movies on his watchlist or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X⁠, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com [http://www.spdmcrew.com/]! Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo! Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!

Episode 88 - Ten Cents a Dance (1931) with Bubbawheat

Welcome to The Wasteland Watchlist! Shane Conto (and occasionally guests) will randomly select a film from his ever-growing watchlist and take a dive into a discussion here on the podcast. Shane is joined by podcaster Bubbawheat for this episode, as they discuss the Lionel Barrymore-directed classic romantic drama, Ten Cents a Dance (1931). Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://thewastelandreviewer.blog/]⁠, his YouTube page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Wasteland Reviewer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJqs95vIGPNW5h0tgXWNctQ]⁠, and follow him on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/thewastelandreviewer/], ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@thewastelandreviewer?lang=en]⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://letterboxd.com/WastelandShane/]⁠! Check out his other podcasts, the Wasteland Retrospective, the Cinematic Wasteland, and the Wasteland Spotlight, all on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts! Check out all of Bubbawheat's podcasts and socials here [https://linktr.ee/bubbawheat] If you'd like to help Shane get rid of movies on his watchlist or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠X⁠, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com [http://www.spdmcrew.com/]! Shout-out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music, and to Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for the logo! Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!