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Two movie-obsessed buddies (Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley) pick a movie every week to cover at length and then each pairs the chosen film with yet another film. Three movie recommendations a week (and probably more). Our episodes are researched and we go pretty in-depth on the breakdowns. We love doing it, and we thank you for listening! Enjoy!

  1. 212

    Magnolia (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we continue our PT Anderseason with "Magnolia." We discuss how the film came about after the success of Boogie Nights, and Anderson's first experience with final cut privileges. We then discuss how Anderson approached the writing process and then dive into the meat of the film. After we discuss the plot fully, we each pair this film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Boogie Nights (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we continue our Paul Thomas Anderseason with his San Fernando Valley epic, Boogie Nights. We talk about the inception of this film as a short, then later as a long ass script that had Hollywood abuzz. We also discuss the real-life influences for the film and the porn scene of the 70s and 80s. After we discuss the background, we dive into the film itself and talk about everything we love about the film. Finally, we end the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Hard Eight (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    Welcome back for our PT Anderseason where we cover all of the films of recent Oscar-winning director, Paul Thomas Anderson. We begin with his first film, naturally, Hard Eight." We discuss Anderson's life up to this point in his early career including his childhood and short films. We then get into the background of this film, the PBS film Anderson met Philip Baker Hall on, and the contentious editing of the film. We then dive right into the meat of the movie and describe everything we love about this film. Finally, we finish the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  4. 209

    Jesus Christ Superstar (EASTER SPECIAL, WE IS RISEN)

    This week we are diving into our favorite Easter movie, Jesus Christ Superstar. We discuss the making of this Norman Jewison film in 1970s Israel. We also discuss its road to the screen from the original album to the theatrical musical. After the background, we dive right into the movie and talk about all those groovy ass songs! Finally, we end the podcast with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    2026 Oscar Reactions

    This episode is our official 2026 Academy Award reactions episode. We talk about everything we loved and hated about the show, and our reactions to each category's winner. We also hint at the episodes to come! Thank you so much for listening. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Oscar Predictions & The Best Films of 2026

    This week we are talking our favorite movies of 2025. We think this was a great year for movies, and we are here to gush about our favorites. After we cover those, we dive into each category of the 2026 Oscars, and give you our predictions (the answer key). Finally, we each rank the best picture nominees from 10-1. Thanks for listening, and join us on Oscar night for our reactions to the show!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    The Ugly Stepsister (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week, we finish our Oscars 2026 movie coverage with "The Ugly Stepsister." We discuss the long road for director, Emilie Blichfeldt, to get her film made the way she wanted it to. We, then dive into the production, and the various FX shots. We follow this with a plot breakdown of the film, and finish up with two pairings for a pair of double bills!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  8. 205

    If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we continue our Oscars 2026 coverage with Mary Bronstein's "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You." We discuss the film's inception from script to screen, and discuss the real-life experience that led to the film. We then dive into the film itself describing everything we loved about this film. Finally, we end the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing enjoyment.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  9. 204

    Bugonia (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are diving into one of our favorite films of 2025, Yorgos Lanthimos' "Bugonia." We discuss the original Korean film and the background to this film followed by a lively discussion of the plot and everything we like about the film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing enjoyment.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    2026 Oscar Nominated Animated Shorts (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we continue our Oscar coverage with a deep look into all five of the animated shorts nominated this year. We begin with Florence Miailhe's "Butterfly," then John Kelly's "Retirement Plan," Nathan Engelhardt & Jeremy Spears' "Forevergreen," Konstantin Bronzit's "The Three Sisters," and end with Chris Lavis & Maciek Szczerbowski. We cover the background, plot, and then pair each short with another film for a shit load of double bills!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  11. 202

    Sirât (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we cover our third film in a row which features a prosthetic leg, Sirât by Galician filmmaker, Oliver Laxe. We cover the long road to getting this film made, and the challenges of shooting on film in the desert. After we cover the background, we dive into the movie itself and discuss everything we loved about it. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  12. 201

    Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we continue our Oscar coverage with Guillermo del Toro's adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. We discuss the long road to making del Toro's dream project as well as the expensive Netflix production. After we discuss the production of the film, we dive into the movie itself and discuss the various themes throughout the film. Finally, we each pair this film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    It Was Just an Accident (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we cover Jafar Panahi's Palme d'Or winning film, "It was Just an Accident." We cover the clandestine process of making this film in the repressive Iranian regime. After covering the background, we get into the film itself, and describe everything we loved about this masterpiece. Finally, we end the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    2026 Oscar Nominations

    It's Oscar time, baby! We are happy and disappointed with (some of) the nominees. Here we break down the categories and pick early frontrunners. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  15. 198

    One Battle After Another (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    It's Oscar season, baby! This week, we are kicking it off with our coverage of Paul Thomas Anderson's new masterpiece, "One Battle After Another." We discuss the early attempts at adapting Thomas Pynchon's "Vineland," as well as the eventual production of this story. After we discuss the production of the film, we take a look at the film itself, and describe all of the things we like about this film. Finally, we each pair this film with another for a duo of double bills for your viewing pleasure!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  16. 197

    In Bruges (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    MERRY EVERYONE!This week we cover one of our favorite Christmas movies, "In Bruges." We discuss Martin McDonagh's theater career and his transition to filmmaking. After this, we cover the history of the production and reception of the film. We then dive into the plot and gush over the script for an hour. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    The Silent Partner (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we continue Noir-Ël series with Daryl Duke's Christmas crime film, "The Silent Partner." We discuss everything from the inception of the film from book to screen, and discuss the plot of the film in full. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  18. 195

    The Night of the Hunter (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we cover the sole directing credit for Charles Laughton, "The Night of the Hunter." We cover the development from book to screen of this film, discussing casting, production, and conception. We then dive into the film itself, and lovingly describe everything that makes this a special film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Devil in a Blue Dress (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we cover Carl Franklin's 1995 Neo-Noir, Devil in a Blue Dress. We discuss the development of the film with Jonathan Demme and Denzel Washington. We also talk about the history of Black L.A. to give context to this excellent movies. We, then, discuss the plot of the movie, and describe everything we love about this movie. Finally, we end the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing enjoyment.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  20. 193

    Blade Runner (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we cover one of Jake's favorite movies, "Blade Runner." We talk about the contentious shooting of the film, and its long development through the 1970s. The various cuts of Blade Runner are covered, and the re-shoots 25 years later for the "Final Cut." After covering the background, we get into the movie itself and discuss the plot. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  21. 192

    Out of the Past (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we're covering what is possibly the best Noir film ever made, "Out of the Past." We discuss the creation of the script by Daniel Mainwaring and its development under director, Jacques Tourneur. We also discuss Robert Mitchum's various antics on set. After the background is covered, we dive into the plot and describe the scenes that we love. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  22. 191

    The Third Man (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we start Noirvember proper with "The Third Man." We discuss the history of the film, and it's dual American/British super producers. After we discuss the history of the film, we dive into the plot of the film and praise the film's distinctive style along the way. Finally, we get to our pairings, and pair the film with another for a duo of double bills.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  23. 190

    John Carpenter's Halloween (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we're covering one of our favorite horror films, John Carpenter's Halloween! We begin by diving into the background of the film, and its shoestring budget. We also discuss the legacy of Halloween and how it shaped horror for years to come. We then get into the plot and describe everything we love about this film. We end the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  24. 189

    Cape Fear (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are covering the 1962 version of "Cape Fear" directed by J. Lee Thompson. We begin the episode with the history of the film's development and casting. We, then, get to dive head first into the plot of the film, and just how subversive it is. Finally, we end the episode with a duo of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  25. 188

    Taste of Fear (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we take a trip overseas to look into Hammer Films and one of their "mini-hitchcocks," "Taste of Fear" (or "Scream of Fear" in the US). We discuss the founding of Hammer and where they were creatively after their gothic horrors were a hit. We talk about writer, Jimmy Sangster, and the production of this film. After discussing the background, we dive into the movie to explore the twists and turns of the plot. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  26. 187

    The Seventh Victim (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we dive right into Val Lewton's atmospheric output at RKO with a strange little satanic cult movie called, "The Seventh Victim." We discuss the behind-the-scenes process of RKO, and the stresses forced upon Val Lewton. After we cover the background, we explore the plot scene by scene. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  27. 186

    M (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we kick off our spooky Noir season with Fritz Lang's "M." We discuss the status of this film as a proto-noir, and discuss Fritz Lang's place in the Noir pantheon as well as the influence of German Expressionism on the genre. After we discuss the history of the film, we discuss the film itself, breaking down the plot and discussing the aspects we love about this film. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Season 18 PREVIEW

    We've got an exciting season coming up called "Noir-stravaganza!" Here we reveal all of the upcoming films included in our Noir subcategories: Noir-Oween, Noir-vember, and Noir-ël. We're excited to get into it, and stay tuned for the season itself next week. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  29. 184

    The Ring (2002) (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we dive into the cursed videotape phenomenon with "The Ring" remake by Gore Verbinski. Spike watched too many Ring movies and fried his brain, but it is all worth it to tell you about how this series evolves and changes over its various copies. We discuss the background to the film, and how it ended up being remade by Dreamworks. We also discuss the aftermath of "The Ring" being successful, and what movies came out of it. After analyzing the plot, we each pair "The Ring" with another movie for a pair of double bills!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  30. 183

    Adaptation. (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are covering the meta-film by Spike Jonze and Charlie Kaufman, Adaptation. We cover everything from the early trouble Charlie Kaufman had with the scripts, and his decision to write himself into the story of "The Orchid Thief." After we cover the background and historiacla information, we get into the movie itself describing the plot and the scenes we liked the most. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  31. 182

    Woman in the Dunes (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week, we cover Hiroshi Teshigahara's 1964 classic, "Woman in the Dunes." We discuss the collaboration with writer Kobo Abe, composer Toru Takemitsu, and Teshigahara. After covering the background of the film, we dive into the film, and get metaphorical on everyone's asses. Finally, we end the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing enjoyment.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  32. 181

    The Cable Guy (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are beginning our random ass season of four films. The first is Ben Stiller's panned-at-the-time film, "The Cable Guy." Join us as we discuss the history of the film and its earlier days as a Chris Farley film. Then, we dive into the film itself describing what we loved and did not love so much. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    David Lynch RANKED

    This week we do our typical post-season ranking. This is tough, as Lynch has a 90% success rate, but we do our best. We also offer a preview of our next grab bag season. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  34. 179

    Inland Empire (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we cover our final film for our David Lynch season, and boy is it something else. We cover the lead-up to this film and the creation of David Lynch's website, as well as where Lynch was in his career at this point in his life. We then describe the long off and on production, and the release of the film. We then dive into the plot, offering our interpretations of the enigmatic story. Finally, we each offer a pairing to the film for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  35. 178

    Mulholland Drive (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we're covering David Lynch's Hollywood nightmare, "Mulholland Drive." We cover everything from the TV beginnings of Mulholland Drive as well as the revival of the story years later.  After we cover the background, we dive into the plot and offer our interpretations while discussing our favorite scenes. Finally, we each pair the film for a duo of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  36. 177

    The Straight Story (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are covering the strangest of David Lynch's films, "The Straight Story." We cover the time in Lynch's life that led him to this project, his relationship with Mary Sweeney, and the familial production of the film along the route of Alvin Straight. Finally, we finish the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  37. 176

    Lost Highway (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are covering what critics called a confounding film, "Lost Highway." We discuss everything we love about Lost Highway and its conception by David Lynch and Barry Gifford. We also provide our interpretation of the film while avoiding over-explaining the film. Finally, we each pair the film for two double bills for your viewing pleasure.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  38. 175

    Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we dive into David Lynch's most fleshed out universe, that of Twin Peaks. We discuss the cancellation of the television show that led to the making of this film. We also discuss the icy reception the film received at Cannes and the US. We, then, try our best to interpret the plot and themes, and finish the episode with a couple of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    BONUS: Spike & Jake Do LA 2025

    We'll be back next week with a new episode, but for now here is a quick episode about our trip to LA, and our visit to David Lynch's favorite place, Bob's Big Boy Burbank. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  40. 173

    Wild at Heart (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    1990 was an importqnt year for David Lynch. He began his successful TV series, "Twin Peaks," and won the top prize at the Cannes film festival for "Wild at Heart." This week, we cover the production and release of "Wild at Heart." We discuss the moves Lynch was doing at the time, and how those eventually paid off into his winning the Palme D'Or. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  41. 172

    Blue Velvet (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are covering David Lynch's 1986 masterpiece, "Blue Velvet." We discuss the creation of the film in Wilmington North Carolina, as well as the initially icy reception of the film in America. We then dive into the film and talk about everything we love about this incredible film. We finish the episode by pairing the film with another for two double bills.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  42. 171

    Dune (1984) (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we cover a movie which David Lynch has disowned, and we discuss why that might not be a bad decision. We also discuss the things we like about big budget Lynch, and why this is such an important step on David Lynch's directorial journey. We, then, dive into the plot, and talk about the things we liked and didn't like. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  43. 170

    Elephant Man (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we continue our David Lynch season with his second film, 1980's "The Elephant Man." We discuss how exactly Lynch came to this project as well as all of the backstage machinations that made this film possible. We then dive into the plot of the film, exploring everything we love about this extremely empathetic film.  Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Eraserhead (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    Somehow, David Lynch's film career arrived fully formed with the surreal black comedy, "Eraserhead." This episode kicks off our "Films of David Lynch" season. First, we discuss the man himself, and why we are so excited for this season, and then we get in deep with "Eraserhead." We discuss the history of the film, its long production, and its uphill battle to be finished. We then dive into the film giving our interpretations as well as cautioning over-explaining Lynch. We hop you enjoy this as much as we did making it.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Oscar Reactions 2025

    Oscar Season is officially over, and we are happy and sad about it. We love to celebrate film and now we're celebrating the show. We give our thoughts on this year's broadcast and the various winners and nominees. Join us for our season finale as we celebrate the 2025 Oscars.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

  46. 167

    Oscar Predictions 2025

    This episode is full of our predictions for the winners of the 2025 Academy Awards hosted by Sir Conan O'Brien. We go through every category, then end the episode with our ranking of the best picture nominees.Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    The Brutalist (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are diving into Brady Corbet's Epic Oscar contender, "The Brutalist." We discuss the long fraught road that led to this film being made as well as the continued struggles to make it happen. After we discuss the production, we dive into the film itself to discuss the plot and any interpretations we have along the way. Finally, we finish the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Oscar Nominated Animated Shorts 2025 (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are doing our yearly dive into one of our favorite categories, "Animated Short Film." We will be going over all five nominees, "Yuck!," "Magic Candies," "In the Shadow of the Cypress," "Beautiful Men," and "Wander to Wonder." We will go over the production of each film, and dive into the plot, ending each short film with a feature length double bill. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    Memoir of a Snail (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we dive into the Best Animated Feature Oscars 2025 category with Adam Elliot's "Memoir of a Snail." We discuss a lot of behind-the-scenes info including the writing and animation processes, as well as a look into budget concerns for a film this work oriented. We then discuss the film itself, exploring all the plot points we love. Finally, we end the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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    The Substance (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)

    This week we are covering a rare genre film in the Oscar race, Coralie Fargeat's "The Substance." We discuss the behind-the-scenes information of the film including writing, funding, and the incredible practical effects. We then dive into the plot of the film discussing all we loved about this crazy film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills!Thank you so much for listening!Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChillCreated by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

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Two movie-obsessed buddies (Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley) pick a movie every week to cover at length and then each pairs the chosen film with yet another film. Three movie recommendations a week (and probably more). Our episodes are researched and we go pretty in-depth on the breakdowns. We love doing it, and we thank you for listening! Enjoy!

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