The Cult Popcast

Episode 102 ”Eternals”

| Review | “When you love something, you protect it.” Chloe Zhao’s ambitious new Marvel movie is now out in theaters, and it is already divisive amongst fans and critics alike. The Nerd World Order crew returns to help Steven and Gabe break down this unusual blockbuster that is supposed to set the stage for the Marvel Cinematic Universe going forward. But definitely not the X-Men.

 

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Episode 101 ”Last Night in Soho”

| Review | If you could live in any place at any time, where would it be? Edgar Wright’s new film, ‘Last Night in Soho,’ is a tribute to the glamorous 1960’s London - a magical stage set for bright hopes and dark dreams.

Episode 100 ”Dune” 2021

| Analysis | The spice must flow! There couldn’t be a better way to celebrate one hundred episodes than with Denis Villeneuve’s long-awaited ‘Dune’ “Part One.” In this episode the boys talk Denis’ history as a director, his approach to filmmaking, and his success in faithfully adapting Frank Herbert’s classic novel to the (very) big screen. This is one movie you have to see in a theater.

Episode 99 ”Dune” 1965

| Analysis | In anticipation for the new feature film adaptation of ‘Dune.’ We read the book so you wouldn’t have to, although we agree that you should. We are here to break down the 1965 all-time best selling Sci-Fi novel, ‘Dune;’ talking in depth about the themes, characters, politics, and author motivation for this beast of a book. Also, Goldfish or Cheez-Its?

Episode 98 ”The French Dispatch”

| Review | We are going transatlantic in this highly “Wes Anderson-y” new Wes Anderson movie, ‘The French Dispatch.’ A love letter to the world renown “New Yorker” magazine, this anthology of short stories is quite fun and indeed features another ensemble cast.

Episode 97 ”Squid Game”

| Review | The most successful show Netflix has ever produced, ‘Squid Game,’ has taken over the world and permeated the culture. We talk about how it got made, the themes, why it’s so popular, and what the kids are saying these days.

Episode 96 ”The Last Duel”

| Review | A quick breakdown of the DC Fandome occurs before a quick spoiler-filled review of ‘Halloween Kills.’ We then talk at length about, ‘The Last Duel,’ and Ridley Scott as a filmmaker along with his past and future projects.

 

Addendum start at 31:00. Added Thursday March 24, 2022.

Episode 95 ”Ted Lasso” Season Two

| Review | Something that started off as a humorous one-time advertisement became an international television sensation. Apple TV’s ‘Ted Lasso’ has made a home in our hearts and minds during a more somber season of life. Our good friend, Lindsey, talks with us about the beauty, the characters, and even the mental health behind season two.

Episode 94 ”No Time To Die”

| Analysis | You know his name. After 15 years as James Bond, Daniel Craig has now finished his five-film run with No Time to Die, directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga. The boys invite company over to unpack the emotional and explosive finale, reminiscing on Craig's take of the iconic character as well as digging into some of the franchise history. How many times did Gabe see this again?

Episode 93 ”Lamb”

| Review | “Baaa!” Portents of doom echo through the Icelandic valley in the form of a sheep's call. In the distance you can hear a gunshot, potential infidelity, a “that’s what she said” joke, and two Americans fumble as they try to pronounce foreign names. This is the most recent A24 film, ‘Lamb.’