Ben and Eric’s Podcast

It's been a long time coming, this movie has been a favorite of our hosts for a long time. In this episode our hosts talk travels to Hawaii and Japan, recent moves and job market opportunities, and of course talk the movie beat by beat and from feeling to feeling, praising all the above and below the line contributions to the film. This is an all time great movie, what can we learn from talking about it?

Special guest Henry joins our hosts to talk about the divisive but popular Project Hail Mary. During the pod they discuss the science behind it (or lack thereof), starting a book club, Japan, and what is oscar nominated Sanda Hüller doing in a blockbuster starring Ryan Gosling? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Do you watch sad movies, or are they too much? The boys dive into a quiet but powerful dramatization of the Shakespeare's life, during family strife and the subsequent writing of Hamlet. We talk all the kinks and quirks of the movie, and how Jessie Buckely's performance shaped our movie watching experience. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

This is our third Oscar pod, and we're going bigger than ever before! This year you can guess the winners with us, by joining us at tinyurl.com/benericoscars. The fan with the most correct guesses on this site wins $75 worth of dirty sue merchandise! The password is "statue". Good luck! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

The podcast has reached 100 caps if you watch rugby, or batted a century if you watch cricket. And if you're wondering why we didn't remark about it its because we completely forgot. Anyways, Yorgos Lanthimos and long time work wife Emma stone have released a new, small scale, conspiracy laden drama; is it worthwhile or just another hollywood director cosplaying as indie? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Ben may have mixed up his recording dates but that doesn't mean he totally forgot about this classic and wonderfully unique action movie. There's a lot of controversy around if this movie is good or complete garbage, but our hosts are here to settle it once and for all. Do you think this movie could hold the interest of young audiences? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Matt Damon is on the pod and not for the Odyssey, but for a netflix original with his partner in crime Ben Affleck. Is another stroke of brilliance from these two icons, or just another crowd pleasing milquetoast netflix movie? Get your globe out! The Brits are drawing lines on maps again. Policing isn't easy, but its much harder when 800 years of colonization dictates what neighborhood you live in. But is it something you can just dramatise? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Special guest and long time listener Brian joins our hosts for the very first time to talk about pieces rising in popularity this holiday season. Josh Safdie's solo directorial debut is getting a lot of Oscars buzz but is it just an overreaction to the marketing? And Bravo Vince Gilligan is making yet another show set in the town of, you guessed it, Albuquerque. The guys speculate on where the show might go and just how long we'd really spend with it before a climacting ending. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

It's the holiday season, and with it comes a recap of the year 2025. Our hosts review their top 3 favorite movies of the year, with an extensive list of honorable mentions. Some TV is discussed as well as any other thing they may have watched this year. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Ben and Eric talk turkey about their shared thanksgiving and then it's Netflix's The Beast In Me. Matthew Rhys gets his flowers but what does Ben really know about this dramatic, pulpy show? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

The guys are back reviewing the least scary monster movie of 2025. They discuss Guillermo Del Toro's moviemaking, the standout performance and the not so outstanding performances. Then the loaded cast of Death By Lightning is discussed at length and Ben questions the historical validity of the plot.Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

This episode our hosts explore Eva Victor's auteur debut as writer, director, and star. The topic of this movie is very heavy and containing a detailed account of a sexual assault which our hosts talk about in the spoiler section (29:28- 1:02:20). Then we move to a lighter topic with banter about life updates and pod planning. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

We're back! After some sick leave our hosts are talking about a movie they've been waiting for ~43 years. While he might not have known it was going to happen, this movie takes place at the exact time that Eric was becoming Bruce's biggest fan. Our hosts strip back the movie's tone and trivia. Eric does his fair share of live fact-checks, cross referencing his vast knowledge of Bruce's biographies. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Paul Thomas Anderson! The boys catch up about family and school, and the new show Netflix just dropped featuring the Culinary Institute of America. Then they dive deep into PTA's newest feature film. Then Eric has a dastardly premonition, the performances are discussed and compared at length, and are the themes of this movie that relevant to the plot?Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Superfan, lifelong friend, and merch man Brad joins our hosts to talk all about Robert Redford's performance in one of his lesser known movies. Then we talk Shoresy, the best thing to get out of Canada since they got rid of Trudeau. We had a great time recording, but Brad began to have some technical issues and it was a bit more difficult to keep the conversation seemless. We hope you still enjoy!Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

It's a Tim Robinson episode! Love him or hate you just have to watch it. First our hosts talk about the new digs and semester of school. Then its the controversial comedy both admired and abhorred. Shoutout to our friends at "We Saw A Movie" for the shoutouts, they're a great crew with great takes on this movie as well. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Another day goes by where you can legally bet the mortgage on Gary Oldman farting his way into an Emmy for his role in Slow Horses. We don't think you should, but you can! And before all that, some classic podcast banter about the vacations both of our hosts took! Ben guesses incorrectly the % of oxygen in air, and Eric talks insurance fraud and significant attitude and lifestyle change.

A classic for the ages! Our hosts waste no time delving deep into what some consider the best performance of all time. Do our hosts agree, and is it just because of a recent chance meeting with the actor? Could it be improved upon, could the movie? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Rami Malek's new action hero movie is the topic for today, but first, Ben has a wonderful little story about meeting a very kind and talented couple. Then Netflix's new psychological drama has critics raving but what do our hosts have to say?Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

The Bear is back with another bang! It is making it's third appearance on the pod with another deep dive into all episodes of season 4. Our hosts get into the nitty gritty of the production woes, acting exhibitions, and the improvements and challenges still facing them from last season. Tune in for all that and more! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

It's a TV double header! Our hosts are watching a show the other one has recommended that we otherwise would stay away from. Our hosts dissect what draws them into each show. Maybe the bigger question, is Ben finally going to publish the episode on time?? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Jess is back and with them comes a plethora of recommendations like this one, Wallis Island. Our triumvirate dive deep into what makes this movie so heartwarming and hilarious, and what can happen with a shoestring budget and a hell of a lot of talent. Then, its Disney's $300 million dollar season of galactic rebellion. We talk about how it builds on last season, where exactly it carries us into in the Star Wars canon, how it throws it punches and what exactly they are aiming at. Jess’s Letterboxd: ⁠https://letterboxd.com/makingajess/⁠Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

We're taking a look at The Apartment this episode, deep dive wise. Our hosts are a little late to the game but are now less excited to talk about a classic piece of moviemaking. We discuss the legacy this film left behind, if that holds up today, and our own theories on this movie's time and place. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

A Ryan Coogler blues movie scored by Ludwig Gorannson? Michael B. Jordan, twice? Irish Vampires? What more could any fan ask for? Our hosts dive deep on what's hottest right now, discussing the "controvetial" ownership of Sinners, as well as its undeniable musical numbers and powerful symbolism. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

CALL ON MEEEEE! Today's episode is a discussion about Alex Garland's newest movie with a special guest! Jess joins us as we discuss the message behind the film and and just how political this movie is. Then, MobLand, a new show with pod favorite Tom Hardy. Guy Ritchie's show is on Paramount + and features a strong ensamble cast and a loose plot surrounding the English criminal underground, a familiar topic for Mr. Ritchie. Jess’s Letterboxd: ⁠https://letterboxd.com/makingajess/⁠ Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

On today's episode Eric's coworker Charlie joins us to talk about the latest in movies and TV. Bong Joon Ho is back with a bang... or is it a bust? Then Adolescence, Netflix's #1 show was released to critical fanfare. Stephen Graham and Jack Throne take a unique approach to tell a modern realist story about a child accused of murder. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

2025 might not have impressed its slate of movies but it does not lack with TV. New and established creators are coming out with great new shows and seasons using a variety of platforms. Check out Eric's reviews and recaps of the most exciting new seasons of TV in 2025!Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

It's an animation episode! Oscar winning Flow is discussed alongside Studio Ghibli classic Howl's Moving Castle (2004). The creation story of Flow is a very modern and heartwarming story of independent creators' dedication to the medium. Meanwhile, Howl's Moving Castle is an extraordinary story told by one of the most talented animators and animation teams in the world. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Eric took home another victory in our Oscar prediction competition, making him the victor two years running. Personal peril precede our Oscar thoughts and controversies before discussing Paradise. Out on hulu, Paradise is in it's first season and boast a critical standing ovation for its 7th episode. Also coming to hulu on March 17th is best picture winner Anora. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

The Oscars are so back! But how relevant are they to the film industry? And why should you care what wins? We are playing our game where we predict the results while also putting down a vote on what we think should win. Play along with us during the pod, or listen before watching the oscars on March 2nd. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email at [email protected]

Did you know the Hudson River reverses its flow? Eric didn't either, and it confused Ben for a long time. Look it up, it's kind of cool. Anyways, The Brutalist stars Adrien Brody and Felicity Jones in a period drama set in Doylestown, PA. It's nominated for 8 oscars, and is speculated to win a few important ones, as well. The Pitt is a ER show set over 15 real time hours. It follows an ensemble of ER doctors and nurses navigating an overcrowded and underfunded hospital wing. But how gross and gory could it really be? Track Ben’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack:https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Blueskyhttps://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast:https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email [email protected]

We start off our episode having just heard about the tragic passing of legendary filmmaker David Lynch and we address how that loss makes us feel. The timing of the announcement was sudden and unfortunate but our hosts do eventually discuss Timothee Chalamet and Bob Dylan, and their cultueral impacts then and now. Books, documentaries, movies and interviews are all cited to answer the pressing question, how big of an ass is Bob Dylan really? Then our hosts move on to another spy show, but this one isn't finished yet. Starring Michael Fassbender and a slate of talented actors, what can this remake of a French TV show offer that the original could now? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social  Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

We're starting off 2025 with two late 2024 releases! Is it left leaning Oscar bait, or is it a grounded and intensified tale as old as time? Conclave will certainly be nominated for a few oscars, but will it deserve to win? And Netlfix's new hyjinx dripping spy drama reaches a massive audience. But why should you care? Thank you to all our listeners who appreciate our content.Track Ben’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack:https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Follow us on Blueskyhttps://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Subscribe on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast:https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email [email protected]

Home Alone needs no introduction, but does it withstand the test of time? What will our hosts (one of whom had never seen it) think of a family feel-good comedy from the 90s? Where does this movie fall in the canon of such popular entertainment? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social  Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

Happy Holidays! Our hosts take on a Christmas classic and really break it down to what its worth. You might be mistaken if you think your vigilant hosts would take it easy or hold this movie to any standard lower than usual. But most of all, is it a good Christmas picture? Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/benandericspodcast.bsky.social Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email: [email protected]

Ben is back! Italy couldn't hold him forever, and he's very glad to be back and in the studio. First is Sean Baker's newest feature about a sex worker caught in a whirlwind of a lavish family drama. Then, Say Nothing is a new series on Hulu about the conflict between IRA and Britain. It follows a core group of IRA members who blur the lines of liberators and perpetuators. Track Ben’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/Track Eric’s movie reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/EricN/Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack:https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/Subscribe on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcastFind us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast:https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcastSend us an email [email protected]

Well, what could we say about this movie that hasn't already been said. Francis Ford Coppola's latest lawsuit printing endeavor has really not panned out how he thought it would have. Our hosts were just as shocked at how the movie panned out. Then, Vince Vaughn's newest sun-soaked Florida keys comedy. Having very little to actually do with a monkey, Vince's character leads the audience through a nasty and hilarious underworld of fraud, corruption, and love. Megalopolis is streaming on Starz, Bad Monkey can be found on Apple TV+. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

This is the kind of media diversity you stay for. Eric finally caves and reviews one of Ben's art films, a Soviet era story where three men enter the "Zone" to fulfill their greatest desires. Then, the British game show Taskmaster throws Eric for a conceptual loop. It's a show where 5 comics compete in meaningless tasks for meaningless prizes. It's great! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

In preparations for Ben's trip he recommends a newer Italian film. Starring popular Italian actors, does it live up to the first time he watched it or was it just rose colored glasses? Then, Industry season one. Not a show you can really watch in public, our hosts discuss the features and flaws and the show's bright future. As a reminder, the show is switching to a two week release schedule for the time being. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

In this episode our hosts reminisce about an almost forgotten American classic. Those were the days, back when you could search for your American identity on a bike near a quarry. Then, Ben has a lovely time correcting Eric's Italian pronunciation while figuring out exactly how and why he's excited about the TV show. In addition, for the time being episodes will be released every 2 weeks due to our hosts scheduling conflicts. I'd just like to take this moment to thank all our loyal listeners for sticking with us during this time, we love you all. You can find Breaking Away available for rent on major platforms and My Brilliant Friend on Max. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

We're back! Sorry for missing a week, but we were busy- you get it. Our hosts are back in a big way talking all the movies and TV they watched in August, and everything to look forward to in September! Don't miss Ben's big fall plans, Eric's ninth job in six months, or any drama in the family, here right now! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

What's in a name? Ben explains (more than once) just in case you forgot. He also voices his disdain for the behind the scenes trickery that his co-host got up to behind his back :(. Superfan Marie and long time friend of the pod joins us for this unique episode, two John Carney movies back to back. Our hosts get into semi-spoiler BTS content from Once early on, but the Sing Street discussion is spoiler free until a clearly marked time. Once is available to rent on Prime and Sing Street can be found on Netflix. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

We're baaack! The RV campers are here and we're podding! Julian joins Ben (Julian is the face you are seeing I couldn't crop and frame the video tracks so you only get his :) in regaling Eric with tales of adventure, smells, and drunken foolishness. Don't worry, they will start talking about the media eventually. Find out who Julian is replacing as co-host and how Eric almost crashed the recording right now! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Check out the RV trip pics at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

If you're confused about the format and also have Erics personal phone number I implore you to reach out and voice your concern to HIM personally. This is a single episode about both the classic rom-com Moonstruck AND the July Recap. If this is too much content at once, we recommend taking a week long break and tuning back in, while simultaneously ignoring the fact that we will be absent next week due to Ben's vacation. Again, I implore you to contact Eric personally to voice any complaints you may have. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

Rusty Sabich is a devilish man, but did he do that shit? This episode reviews both the new Apple TV show and the 1990 movie, available on Prime. They talk about both pieces spoiler free until 39:55. Our hosts speculate and examine what makes each piece worth or not worth your time, but could not figure out their transitions for the life of them. Watch them struggle as they execute two bumpy landings for the spoiler-free and spoiler segments. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

A certain version of a classics episode, an older, classic movie joins a newer show based on similar core concepts. Hwoever compelling these pieces may be, our hosts stopped off at any and all segues. Ben's work problems, travel, cooking, and trash talk were fun, Eric criticizing from the sidelines while Ben lives life boldly. Technical problems and family were also fun topics for our hosts to butt heads on. Donnie Darko can be rented and bought on Amazon and Dark Matter on Apple TV. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

On today's episode our hosts are recapping the movies and TV they watched in June and announcing what they are looking forward to in July. Plus, big news from the Nerenberg family unit! Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

The Bear is back! And joining our hosts is super fan and friend of the pod Jesse Chen! You'll have to forgive Jesse's mic, we tried our damnedest to get it to a good level :). On this episode these three amigos discuss their opinions about each individual episode, in order. We break down what happens in each episode and how we feel about it. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

I'm on drugs! Ben and Eric talk Almost Famous, Cameron Crowe's box office failure with a cult following staring Kate Hudson and Billy Crudup. Don't miss Eric reveling in the fact that Ben did not grow up with this generation of music, and Ben feeling younger by the minute. Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]

This episode is an interview with composer, producer, and star Alec Schulman! He's an LA based filmmaker who we ask about what it's taking him to make his own short film, Corser Hill. Linked below will be the gofundme to donate to Alec's production so he can produce this film to the best of his abilities. Thank you all for tuning in. Gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-bring-corser-hill-to-life Track Ben’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/bendorsey/ Track Eric’s movie reviews at: https://letterboxd.com/EricN/ Follow Eric’s TV reviews on his substack: https://ericnerenberg.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ben_and_erics_podcast/ Subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@BenandEricspodcast Find us on Apple, Spotify and Overcast: https://linktr.ee/benandericspodcast Send us an email at [email protected]