The Reel Addicts Podcast

Grab some popcorn as well as a box of tissues and get ready to dive into the world of Indian cinema with us on the latest episode of The Reel Addicts Podcast. We’re excited to have Anisha Jhaveri back to join Matt and Jonathan for a thoughtful exploration of the 2010 film, Udaan. From talking about the Parallel Film Movement to dissecting intricate family dynamics, and reflecting on the pains of childhood, this episode is where reel growth starts to happen! Opening and Closing Music:Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allenhttps://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/https://soundclick.com/AuDioChosisStevenFAllenAuDioMiRage

"The extreme always seems to make an impression!" Join Matt & Jonathan along with their fantastic guest, Lauren Burchett, as they plunge the depths of 80s comedic darkness with the 1988 classic, Heathers. Societal commentary, scathing satire, and humor that'll make you shudder and cackle in the same breath are all under the microscope in this nothing-is-sacred time capsule of Reagan-era high school living (and dying...) in America.Come along for the ride - we promise BIG FUN!Opening and Closing Music:Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allenhttps://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/https://soundclick.com/AuDioChosisStevenFAllenAuDioMiRage

Grab your bus pass, folks, because this classic 1988 Italian film is about to take us all to school. Jonathan and Matt are joined by guest Scott Peterson as they discuss foreign films, the music of Ennio Morricone, and share precious childhood memories that were long forgotten until this film unlocked them for the bunch. Opening and Closing Music:Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allenhttps://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/https://soundclick.com/AuDioChosisStevenFAllenAuDioMiRage

For the final selection of Mother's Day May, Matt goes dark with his pick for "Mom of the Century" - Lenny Abrahamson's 2015 film, Room.Matt and Jonathan dissect this look at the horrors of our world, parenting, and survival thanks to a screenplay chalk full of rich source material written by the mastermind behind the sensational novel of the same name (Room), Emma Donoghue.This one gets deep, so don't miss it!Opening and Closing Music:Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allenhttps://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/https://soundclick.com/AuDioChosisStevenFAllenAuDioMiRage

It's a celebration of Pure Imagination as the fellas are joined by a special guest, writer/director Nicholas C. Pappas, for a celebration of the Mother's Day May Jonathan pick, Paul King's 2023 reimagining of Wonka!You'll laugh (with us or at us), you'lI cry (or at least get choked up), at times you might just sigh (dad jokes). This one's as fun as a chocolate factory - no spoilers - so join us for the ride!Opening and Closing Music:Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allenhttps://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/https://soundclick.com/AuDioChosisStevenFAllenAuDioMiRage

In a VERY special Mother's Day episode, Matt and Jonathan are joined by Matt's Mom, Diane Warren, to celebrate, break down, and dive head-first into her favorite film and one of the greatest comedies of all-time, the 1987 Norman Jewison classic, Moonstruck.All three take turns throwing out their takes on male/female societal roles (both in and out of the film), dissecting the differences and similarities between generations of the past hundred years, doing award-worthing impersonations of the cast, and cackling endlessly in a worthwhile romp fans of the film won't want to miss!Happy Mother's Day to all! "To Family!"Opening and Closing Music:Memory Stain 2023 - by Steven F Allenhttps://freesound.org/people/audiomirage/https://soundclick.com/AuDioChosisStevenFAllenAuDioMiRage