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If Alan & Chris set out to discuss two more divergent films than they did in this episode it might not be possible. First up they discuss "The …

"The Last Black Man in San Francisco" made quite the buzz at this year's Sundance Film Festival. It was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize and the film's writer and director, Joe Talbot, won the directing award. Does …

Quentin Tarantino has released the penultimate film of his career. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on his "Once Upon a Time...In Hollywood" as …

Whether you like big budget blockbusters or indies this episode has reviews of both types of films. First up is talk on the latest Marvel superhero movie "Spider-Man: Far from Home". Ari Aster's sophomore film "Midsommar

Heard of Forky? He's kind of a big deal…as is the movie he's in…"Toy Story 4". Alan & Chris review this film as well as the latest offering from auteur director Jim Jarmusch "The Dead Don't Die". Afterwards they …

On this episode of Footcandle Films we're all about monsters… monsters of the giant lizard variety and monsters of rock. The show kicks off with a review of "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" and continues with a review …

Hugh Jackman stars as presidential candidate Gary Hart in "The Front Runner". Elisabeth Moss stars as a Courtney Love-esque rocker in "Her Smell". …

Oscar-winning director Sebastian Lelio decided to do an English language remake of his own film casting Julianne Moore in the lead. Alan & Chris …

After 21 films "Avengers: Endgame - Anthony Russo & Joe Russo" has arrived in theaters to wrap-up some major themes in the MCU and bid farewell to some beloved characters. Another film, seemingly in development …

We've had odd film review pairings in the past but this one...it's a doozy. First up we talk about the inspiring space program documentary "Apollo 11"

Jordan Peele's much anticipated follow-up to "Get Out" has arrived in theaters. Alan & Chris review Peele's sophomore effort "Us" along with a …

2019's first entry in the Marvel (or is it Mar-vel) cinematic universe has arrived with Brie Larson in "Captain Marvel". Alan & Chris share a …

The Academy didn't call on Alan & Chris to host the awards this year so they're available to share their reviews of two Oscar nominated films - "The Wife" and "Shoplifters". Rounding out the show are movie news …

M. Night Shyamalan has delivered the third installment in his Eastrail 177 trilogy a.k.a. "Glass" to movie theaters across the country. Alan & Chris have their review of this film along with a discussion of the …

On the last episode when the hosts gave their best of 2018 lists it was mentioned neither had seen the latest by Yorgos Lanthimos - "The Favourite". That oversight has now been remedied and they offer a review of it as …

Now that we've entered into the early days of 2019, our show hosts Alan & Chris are all prepared to look back at 2018 and give their Top Five Films. In addition they offer up their biggest cinematic frustrations, …

Alan & Chris have survived the snowpocalypse that walloped North Carolina and made it in to the MESH studios to discuss Melissa McCarthy's …

Director Steve McQueen returns to the big screen with a heist film centered around a group of widows left to clean up their criminal husbands' mess. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on "Widows" as well as the …

Two movies that both tell true stories are the focus of this episode. One is a big budget depiction of one of rock music's most flamboyant performers, while the other is a much smaller, quieter film that looks at the …

Director Damien Chazelle returns to the multiplex with a film that isn't centered around music but instead tells the story of astronaut Neil …

With the arrival of Bradley Cooper's remake of "A Star Is Born" starring himself and Lady Gaga in theaters it is safe to say the Oscar-bait season has officially begun. Alan & Chris discuss Mr. Cooper's first …

October has arrived. Time for pumpkin spice lattes and a recap of the 4th annual Footcandle Film Festival. Along with recounting festival highlights, Alan & Chris share a review of American Animals – a film which …

Two smaller independent films are on the agenda today with reviews of "Leave No Trace" and "Borg vs McEnroe". Next on the news roundup you hear about films getting their debut at the Toronto International Film Festival …

Spike Lee's latest film "BlacKkKlansman" has many critics claiming it is a return to top form for the iconic director. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this based-on-true events story as well as discuss "First …

For this episode, in what appears to be a recent trend for the show, the hosts discuss a popular documentary ("Three Identical Strangers") paired …

Tom Cruise is back as Ethan Hunt in a sixth installment of the Mission: Impossible franchise. In a surprise move (to absolutely no one)...he's doing …

On this episode the hosts discuss the latest fictitious superhero film "Ant-Man and the Wasp" as well as the documentary "RBG" about supreme court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg whom some feel is a real-life superhero. Our …

This episode features reviews of two sequels. One was fourteen years in the making, the other a paltry three revolutions of the sun. Listen in and …

In Tully, the latest from the dynamic duo of Jason Reitman and Diablo Cody, Charlize Theron plays a struggling mother of three. In newcomer director …

When not one but two sequels are being discussed in the same Footcandle Films episode it's a sure sign that the summer blockbuster season has arrived …

The latest entry in the Marvel cinematic universe is out and our hosts square off like Thanos versus the Avengers to discuss it. Also on this episode they discuss they stop-motion animated film by director Wes Anderson "

Director Steven Spielberg is back in the multiplex following up his Oscar nominated "The Post" with an adaptation of the young adult gamer novel "…

The Oscars are over and "Phantom Thread" was awarded only one statue? Our hosts have a little to say about that...spoiler: it was one of their …

Review four movies and still have the typical segments of news & recommendations? Are our hosts nuts? Yes and Yes.

Recommendations: "A Futile & Stupid Gesture", "Drunk, Stoned, Brilliant, Dead: The Story of the …

The 2018 Oscar nominations were released and Alan was on the road traveling...what was Chris to do? Go into withdrawal because he couldn't gab about …

The latest entry in the Star Wars franchise has been released and as you can expect Alan & Chris have plenty to say about it. Also in this episode they discuss a smaller independent film that's been getting …

Wonder Woman was one of the huge box office successes of 2017. How does the latest DC cinematic universe follow-up fair? Alan & Chris discuss the …

Alan & Chris discuss “Thor: Ragnarok” and how more movies should have Cate Blanchett stomping around as a horned villainess. In order to squeeze …

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Alan & Chris return to the MESH studio with reviews of "Marjorie Prime”, "American Made” and “Blade Runner 2049”. Movie news is up next - one host has seen the new Star …

Even with their annual film festival approaching, Alan & Chris somehow found time to review three films (the documentary "Step", the latest Stephen King adaptation “It” and a new comedy from Steven Soderbergh called …

It’s that time of year. Pumpkin Spice has escaped the warehouse and is flooding store shelves everywhere. What hasn’t escaped yet? The big fall movies that everyone will be buzzing about come Oscar time. Now is the time …

Christopher Nolan’s “Dunkirk” is in theaters and generating plenty of critical praise. Alan & Chris weigh in with their takes as well as review “…

Two movies. Both take place in New York City. Both have an individual that tries to improve the lives of those around him. One stars the relative …

During the summer we see an avalanche of franchise films. On this episode we discuss two completely original films not beholden to beloved source …

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The much anticipated (at least by one of our hosts) sequel to Prometheus has arrived. Alan & Chris discuss Ridley Scott’s latest Alien: Covenant as well as the horror film that was all the talk of Sundance this …

It has been awhile since Alan & Chris were in the studio babbling about movies. To reward your patience they return with three movie reviews including the latest exploits of Star Lord & Baby Groot.

Rounding out …

On this episode of Footcandle Films the hosts review the star studded monster movie “Kong: Skull Island”. Afterwards they hit cinematic news items of …

Three films from across the genre spectrum are the focus of this episode of Footcandle Films. First up the hosts discuss the foreign film “Toni Erdmann”. Reviews of the new R-rated superhero movie “Logan” and thoughts …

Casey Affleck won an Oscar for his performance in “Manchester By the Sea”. Mel Gibson’s “Hacksaw Ridge” also took home two gold statues. Alan & …

Have you felt like something is slightly amiss since the beginning of 2017? Fear not…we’ve figured out what the problem is and we have the solution. …

In their first official episode of 2017 Alan & Chris share their reviews of the much buzzed about “ La La Land & “Moonlight”.

Rounding out the episode they share their thoughts on the 2017 Oscar nominations …

You’re heard the internet buzz about the reshoots, the absence of the famed opening title crawl…now hear hosts Alan & Chris opine about the latest entry into the Star Wars canon “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”. On …

We’re all about the blockbusters in this episode with reviews of the Harry Potter prequel “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" and the sci-fi thriller ”Arrival" starring Amy Adams. Rounding out the show we talk …

This episode features reviews of a big budget special effects comic book movie (“Doctor Strange”) and an intimate documentary portrait of a former NFL football player struggling with ALS (“Gleason”). Items of note for …

With just one film to review – the indie “Blue Jay” starring Mark Duplass & Sarah Paulson – Alan & Chris wander down the movie news rabbit …

With the 2016 Footcandle Film Festival at the end of September, Alan & Chris got a little busy and neglected their podcasting duties. To make it up to their vast audience (estimated to be slightly higher than the …

With the 2016 Footcandle Film Festival coming up at the end of September the hosts have found it tough to catch screenings and find time to schedule …

On this episode the gents review not one but two sci-fi films. Generally you’d think that’d make co-host “I’m the biggest fan of Prometheus” Chris happy. Turns out…not so much as the tables are turned in reviews of “…

On this episode we have a review of director Jeff Nichols’ indie sci-fi film “Midnight Special” followed by a discussion on the gritty thriller “…

“The Phenom”, a baseball movie starring Ethan Hawke and Paul Giamatti, sounds promising until you notice how reviews are all over the place. Our …

Music takes center stage as it provides the focus for both films reviewed on this episode of Footcandle Films. First up is the The Lonely Island’s …

Going with the recent review formula of blockbuster & arthouse, Alan & Chris discuss “The Nice Guys” starring Russell Crowe & Ryan …

What’s with superheroes these days? First Batman and Superman had a tiff, now Captain America and Iron Man are having words. Alan & Chris discuss “Captain America: Civil War” as well as the most recent Oscar winner …

Every once in awhile the fellows find a way to do some really oddball movie review pairings. This episode features one such pairing as they share their thoughts on the art house indie drama “The Lady In the Van” …

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has arrived in theaters, made a ton of money, been derided by critics and possibly launched a franchise to rival Marvel’s Avengers juggernaut. Our hosts give their take on the film …

“10 Cloverfield Lane” is the first order of business on this jam packed edition of Footcandle Films. Alan & Chris attempt to give a fairly spoiler free review of this surprise hit of early 2016. Afterwards in an …

If the Coen Brothers release a film you can guarantee Alan & Chris are going to discuss it. Charlie Kaufman’s Oscar nominated “Anomalisa” also gets some airtime in this episode as well as the English language debut …

It’s February and now that the haze of the New Year and Valentine’s Day have evaporated you might be asking yourself…wait we never heard the Footcandle favorites of 2015 and what are their Oscar picks. Well fear not! In …

With the Academy Awards approaching Alan & Chris wanted to discuss “The Revenant” and “Room” - both films heavy favorites to take home some gold …

Back from the holiday break, Alan & Chris have a stockpile of four films to review including the latest from Quentin Tarantino & the …

At last. The self-imposed embargo is over. The latest installment of the Star Wars franchise has finally hit theaters. Alan & Chris have both seen it and can’t wait to talk about it. If you haven’t seen “Star Wars: …

’Tis the season for the holiday movie onslaught, year end lists, and horrible head colds. Well hopefully you don’t have a horrible head cold, but …

What should be paired with a review of “Bridge of Spies” starring Tom Hanks to provide some variety? How about an action thriller about an immortal …

With the latest works from Danny Boyle & Ridley Scott in theaters across the country you knew it was only a matter of time before the guys decided to review both. Does Chris like “The Martian” as well as Scott's …

It’s all about the indies on this episode of Footcandle Films. First up we have a review of the slow burning dramatic thriller from Germany “Phoenix”. Next we delve into two new releases that were featured at the …

Did Paul Dano & John Cusack both portraying Brian Wilson in “Love & Mercy” create good vibrations? Did Dan Stevens overstay his welcome in “…

Wanting to start their Labor Day vacation early Alan & Chris decided to skip the news & recommendation segments (fear not loyal listeners they’ll return next episode) and stick to just giving reviews of two …

Tom Cruise running, Carey Mulligan blushing. A beguiling beauty as a an enigmatic spy, a handsome silent-type as a loyal sheep farmer. This episode …

“Ant-Man”, a.k.a. Marvel’s latest entry into their cinematic universe, stars Paul Rudd as a recently released from prison burglar who becomes a …

Taking a break from the summer season of blockbusters Alan & Chris spend some time on two smaller films. First up is Noah Baumbach’s latest “…

Chris Pratt tries his hand at raptor wrangling in “Jurassic World”, while Pixar journeys inside the mind of 11-year old Riley in “Inside Out”. Both …

Having recently squeezed reviews of three movies all in to one compact episode the fellows thought they’d try to one-up themselves and do four. On …

The time has come. They’d mentioned it in passing on previous shows and now they’ve had to make good on their promise. Alan & Chris join the hosts from the Chick Chat podcast and discuss Fifty Shades of Grey.

With three movies to discuss this just might clock in at one of our longest shows to date! Up for discussion on this episode are the latest from actor/director Tommy Lee Jones, a small independent comedy about vampires …

The summer blockbusters have started arriving at theaters. Furious 7 was either too fast or too furious for the hosts but they both have caught up …

“CitizenFour”, a doc about whistleblower Edward Snowden, took home the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature at the 2015 Oscars. Alan & Chris weigh in with their thoughts after screening the film as well as give quick …

In this episode the hosts discuss the films “Inherent Vice” about a drug addled private eye and “Buzzard” about a slacker con-man with a dark streak. Which film has which host worrying about the state of independent …

The Academy Awards have been doled out and the show hosts have their thoughts on what transpired as well as a review of the film “Wild” starring …

With the Academy Awards quickly approaching, Alan & Chris fit in a review of one more award contender (“The Theory of Everything”). Afterwards they dive in to all the Oscar hoopla giving their predictions about who …

Traveling through time – both films this episode feature it…but one’s a biopic? No – you didn’t miss a news story on CNN about a scientific breakthrough. “The Imitation Game” makes generous use of flashbacks to show …

Is a big budget raunchy buddy comedy your thing? How about a small, quiet reflective drama with performances by two big name actors? With reviews of “The Interview” and “Love Is Strange (2014)” this episode has a little …

Welcome to 2015 and the official Footcandle Films look back at 2014.  Alan & Chris offer up  their picks for the best and worst of 2014 along with some random categories like biggest surprise, biggest regret and a …

With the end of the year approaching, awards and nominations are being announced left and right. Two big recent releases that have critics buzzing …

Alas the fellows haven’t been able to make it to the theaters to watch any films … but fear not … they look ahead to see what is on the horizon and give their early thoughts on what might be getting Oscar buzz as the …

With the release of director David Fincher’s “Gone Girl” starring Ben Affleck the big films of the Fall have officially started rolling out to …

With the summer blockbusters fading from the multiplex and the Oscar bait fall films not yet on the scene Alan & Chris pick two independent …

Subtitled period drama with heavy themes or frivolous comedy from Footcandle Films favorite Steve Coogan - we’ve got both on this episode. Alan also …

Is the latest Marvel movie a marvel? Is the art house offering “Begin Again” anything but the film “Once” beginning again? Alan & Chris offer up their opinions as well as share some news tidbits and their …

It’s a sci-fi triple feature on this episode of Footcandle Films. Chris Evans hits the screen sans his Captain America garb as a post-apocalyptic …

Writer/Director/Actor Jon Favreau returns to his indie roots with the comedy “Chef” and brings along some of his friends he’s made while babysitting the Iron Man franchise. Alan & Chris discuss this film as well as …

Is the summer heat getting to you? Want to retreat into the cool oasis of your local theater and take a laugh break? In the hopes of offering you …

This episode has something for everyone…big budget action and costume drama. Alan & Chris review Tom Cruise’s summer blockbuster “Edge of Tomorrow” and the historical drama “Belle” Rounding out the episode per usual …

You have to admit – this episode title is only slightly more ridiculous than the title of the latest installment in the X-Men franchise right? After …

Having posted three shows in April, Alan & Chris decided to take a Spring Break of sorts from their critic duties. Now they’re back with a super-sized episode featuring reviews of two blockbusters (Spiderman 2, …

Big budgets, big stars, & special FX galore. It must be Summertime. Well no, it is only mid-April. Just like Christmas items seem to show up …

After taking in a deluge of films at the 2014 RiverRun International Film Festival in Winston-Salem, NC Alan & Chris sat down and recounted their thoughts on what they saw. Bear with them…it was late at night and …

The Muppets are back in the theater with all new songs and celebrity cameos. What did Alan & Chris think of their efforts this time around? Will it likely be one of their favorites of the year like the previous …

The 2014 Oscars have come and gone. Among the winners were the Italian film “The Great Beauty” for Best Foreign Language Film. Fresh from a screening of the film, Alan & Chris weigh the film’s merits and consider …

The Academy decided that “Inside Llewyn Davis”, the latest film by the Coen Brothers, was worthy of only two nominations in the less lauded categories of Sound Mixing and Cinematography. Alan & Chris weigh in with …

Spike Jonze, whose films include “Being John Malkovich”, “Adaptation” and “Where The Wild Things Are”, has an Oscar contender for Best Picture with his latest work “Her”. Alan & Chris give their thoughts on the film …

What better way to bring in 2014 than to cram as many reviews into one episode as possible? That's exactly what Alan & Chris try to do…give you the most bang for your podcast listening buck. Oh wait…the show is free …

Alan & Chris close out 2013 with a review of the holiday classic "It's a Wonderful Life" and their takes on the current multiplex offerings of …

Heavy subject matter abounds on this episode of Footcandle Films with reviews of "12 Years A Slave" and the documentary "Blackfish". Afterwards, in an attempt to cheer things up a bit, Alan urges Chris to give brief …

Science fiction. A well beloved film genre of Chris, who also loves to read (when he's not sitting in a darkened theater). How does he feel about the big budget adaptation of the bestseller "Ender's Game"? Alan, who …

Documentary filmmaker Thomas Morgan stopped by to discuss his film "Waiting for Mamu", give some doc recommendations and tell what projects are next on his horizon.

Documentary Recommendations – "A Band Called Death", …

Was Alan held captive by Somali pirates like Captain Phillips? Not exactly - but he didn't get a chance to see the film. For the ransom of a 2014 …

On this episode hosts Alan & Chris discuss Bullock and Clooney bouncing around in space and Thor driving a formula one race car. In other words …

Alan & Chris discuss the crime thriller "Prisoners" starring Hugh Jackman & Jake Gyllenhaal and the indie Sundance favorite "The Spectacular …

Mr. Avengers (AKA Joss Whedon) goes small time indie with an updated take on Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" while Mr. Precious (AKA Lee Daniels) moves from smaller focused character study to a sprawling …

The internet was astir when it was announced that Ashton Kutcher (That 70's Show) was going to play Steve Jobs in a film that would explore the life …

Hugh Jackman has donned his adamantium claws and muttonchops for another summer movie culled from comic book pages. Alan & Chris have checked out …

Giant monsters are emerging from the sea to do battle with equally gigantic robots. Sound like box office gold? On this episode Alan & Chris …

Hi-Ho (or Yo depending on which internet site you read) Silver! Away! Now would that be Footcandle movie rangers Alan & Chris encouraging you to …

With all the movies rolling into air conditioned theaters this summer Alan & Chris decide to go heavy on the reviews and light on the news in …

The gentlemen offer their reviews of the sci-fi film "After Earth" starring the father-son duo of Will & Jaden Smith and "The Company You Keep" by actor/director Robert Redford. As an added bonus, Chris spends a …

Captain's Log – star date 5282013 – Starship Footcandle embarks on a mission to review the new releases "Star Trek: Into Darkness" and "Mud" in under an hour and also include their usual segments of news and …

Iron Man's having trouble sleeping. There's political unrest in Chile. Three bodybuilders in Florida go on a crime spree. What is going on? Have no …

Olga Kurylenko. Heard of her? Is she the next Jessica Chastain? Well the fellows weigh in on her performances in the new films "To The Wonder" and "Oblivion" as well as discuss her co-stars that you might have heard …

On this special episode of Footcandle Films Alan & Chris decide to brave the sunlight outside the studio and record in a park…in downtown Winston-Salem, NC...which just so happens to be hosting the 15th Annual …

Alan & Chris balance the blockbuster with art house fare in this episode of Footcandle Films with reviews of Michael Haneke's "Amour" and Sam …

The Academy Awards have come and gone. Two films that were mentioned but didn't receive much love in the way of golden statues were the period piece …

On this episode Alan & Chris review the highly praised documentary "Searching for Sugar Man" and then square off on the worth of Roman Coppola's …

Alan & Chris discuss Oscar contenders "Zero Dark Thirty" and "Silver Linings Playbook", spend a little time at the Hollywood Rumor Mill, and give …

Alan and Chris give their Oscar predictions.

Join in Footcandle's Oscar competition for a chance to win special prizes. Go to www.footcandle.org/oscars before midnight February 23 to add your Oscar predictions.

Director Judd Apatow's latest comedy "This Is 40" hit theaters nationwide over the holidays. Alan, who turned 40 recently, had been anticipating …

Thespians Jackman, Crowe, Hathaway, Bonham-Carter, and Baron Cohen directed by Oscar-winning director Tom Hooper. What could go wrong? Well…according …

Anthony Hopkins goes all Hannibal-lite according to one of the Footcandle fellows as the titular director in "Hitchcock". The other host is not so …

From the title you might think 'Holy Motors' is a documentary about the papal motorcade.  Fear not - nothing could be further from the truth.  Listen …

Get ready to jetset! You might even want to try on an accent just for fun because the Footcandle fellows are talking foreign films starting with France's entry for Best Foreign Language Film in the upcoming Academy …

On this flashback Footcandle Spotlight episode Alan & Chris revisit the classic Alfred Hitchcock film "Psycho" and discuss whether a film that …

As 2012 starts to wind down, Oscar bait time for movie studios begins to ramp up.  Alan shares his thoughts on Steven Spielberg's "Lincoln" which has …

The hype for 'Skyfall' started at the opening ceremonies of this summer's olympics with everyone's favorite secret agent skydiving with the Queen.  …

Sprawling storylines, a star-studded cast, a trio of directors, and a three hour running time.  Does 'Cloud Atlas' work as a film or is it an ambitious mess?  Chris gives Alan his notes on the latest from the Wachowskis …

Joaquin Phoenix is back - slurring his speech and exhibiting troubling behavior. This time it is not in a faux documentary format but as Freddie …

The news has come out that Disney bought LucasFilms and plans to make and release additional Star Wars movies starting in 2015.  With such a big wave made in the movie pond the fellows decided to discuss it ASAP.

Alan gives Chris the lowdown on Ben Affleck's latest film "Argo".

Alan & Chris sit down and discuss two movies that couldn't be more different. One is a new sci-fi action thriller starring Bruce Willis and the …

Quirky, but loveable characters . . . clever usage of music during a slow motion sequence . . . dramatic tracking shots. No – the fellows are not talking about the latest "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" sequel. As you’ve …

Alan & Chris discuss Will & Zach. Or to put it another way - the Footcandle critics return from the multiplex with their thoughts on the …

Whether you only venture to the multiplex or hold out for art house darlings this episode of Footcandle Films has something for you.  For the big …

Holy batcast!  Alan and Chris discuss the final installment of Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy with "The Dark Knight Rises".  The review is fairly …

It's time for a quick fix of Footcandle!  Listen to this quick review of the latest foul-mouthed teddybear-come-to-life comedy "Ted" starring Mark …

Another superhero-sized blockbuster has hit the screens this summer – the reboot of the Spiderman franchise.  Are the fellows caught up in the web of …

Acclaimed director Ridley Scott returns to his sci-fi roots with Prometheus – a prequel of sorts to his classic film Alien.  Do Alan and Chris find it to be a worthy addition to the Alien cannon or want to have Scott …

The big summer movies have started arriving in theaters. Perhaps you’ve heard of “The Avengers”? The Footcandle dynamic duo of Alan & Chris lead off this episode with a lively discussion of the box office …

"A Separation" won the 2012 Academy Award for Best Foreign Film. Did Alan & Chris find it deserving or do they think the Academy must have switched the envelopes? After the review, the gents turn their attention to …

"The Artist" won some of the biggest Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Director.  But was it any good?  Alan and Chris talk about the film, and along the way get into one of their biggest …

"My Week With Marilyn", starring Michelle Williams and Kenneth Branagh, was nominated at this year's Academy Awards for both Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor.  Did either of these two actors deserve to win, did …

While the last episode was all about Chris & Alan's favorite films of 2011, this episode asks them to gaze into their crystal ball and make predictions on this year's Academy Awards. With Chris in his designer …

Chris and Alan had a novel idea... what if they took a look at all of the films they saw in 2011, and then presented their "top five" films of the year? We don't think that has ever been done before! Original or not, …

After some downbeat movies over the last few months, it's time for some laughs. But does "The Guard", starring Brendon Gleeson and Don Cheadle, …

Alan and Chris review the film "Take Shelter", starring Michael Shannon and Jessica Chastain. Shannon plays a father and husband haunted by visions of a devastating storm that threatens his family, compeling him to …

"Project Nim" is a documentary about a group of researchers in the 1970s that decided to raise a baby chimpanzee in a human environment and try to teach it how to communicate. The project didn't go as planned, thus …

In this month's episode, the Footcandle guys discuss the film adapation of the novel "Sarah's Key", dealing with the persecution of Jewish people in France during World War II. (To all of our book club member listeners …

Alan and Chris get together to discuss their latest film society screening, Woody Allen's "Midnight in Paris".  After an in-depth discussion of that film, they turn their attention to some of the latest movie news with …

Love it or hate it, "The Tree of Life" is a film worth talking about.  And the Footcandle guys do just that for a good portion of this month's show, examining their personal thoughts on the film as well as some of the …

The Footcandlers discuss the latest Will Farrell film "Everything Must Go", which puts Mr. Farrell in a not-so-funny spot.  The latest film news — the blockbuster, mainstream, franchise, geek movie edition — and two …

The guys discuss the 2011 film "Win Win" starring Paul Giamatti and Amy Ryan, talk about some recent film news of interest (Wes Anderson, Dragon …