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Film Code
by Brandon, Phoenix, and Zach
Film Code is a podcast dedicated to movies and entertainment. Each week, the members of the Cleveland Film Critics Society (Phoenix, Brandon, and Zach) will dissect, analyze, review, and appreciate cinema one word at a time. Twitter: @FilmCodePodPhoenix: @IMHOReviews1Brandon: @FantasmicEarsZach: @zachsneathIt's gonna be 'CODEWORD': Awesome. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmcoders/support
Episodes
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Superbad (2007)...and CODEWORD: SICK
The guys are back, with Season 1 Codebreaking Champion, Nathan Pigg, to discuss an early 2000s comedy hit, Superbad starring Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, and Emma Stone. What did we think of this celebrated comedy now, 16 years later. Does it still hold up or are their things we noticed differently...
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The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
As we transition out of spooky month and into the joyous holiday season, we could think of no better film to discuss than Henry Selick's 1993 classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas starring Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara, Danny Elfman, and Ken Page. How does this horror holiday claymation hold...
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Carrie (1976)
It's officially the end of our spooky month marathon, and the guys are wrapping it up with Brian De Palma's 1976 horror classic, Carrie starring Sissy Spacek and Piper Laurie. This seminal horror film brought light to many issues to teens at that time, including bullying and sexuality. How has…
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The Thing (1982) ...and CODEWORD: ELEVATOR w/ Jason from Binge Movies
Spooky Season continues as the guys take on the body horror masterpiece, John Carpenter's The Thing starring Kurt Russell, Keith David, Wilford Brimley, and T.K. Carter. What did the guys think of this dreary, sci-fi horror thriller? Does it hold up better now than it did in the 80's? We're…
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The Exorcist (1973)...and CODEWORD: ASSEMBLE
Spooky month has been good to us, and we keep it going this week with William Friedkin's masterpiece, The Exorcist starring Ellen Burstyn, Linda Blair, and Jason Miller. 50 years later, does this iconic horror film still hold up? We're joined once again by the David Thewlis of podcasting, as Ben...
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The Shining (1980)
Spooky month continues at Film Code as the guys dive into a celebrated classic with Stanley Kubrick's The Shining. Starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall and based on the book written by Stephen King. How does this psychological horror film hold up all these years later? And is it truly one…
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Psycho (1960) ...and CODEWORD: SECRET
The guys are celebrating spooky season, and this year, we're going back in time to 1960 to visit one of the all-time greats. Master of Suspense, Alfred Hitchcock and his frightening masterpiece, Psycho. 63 years later, can this horror classic hold up for the guys or has all the magic been drained...
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The Truman Show (1998)...and CODEWORD: HIT
The guys are back to dive into one of their most anticipated films of the season. Finally getting to the Peter Weir classic, The Truman Show starring Jim Carrey, Laura Linney, Paul Giamatti, and Ed Harris. What did the guys think of this prophetic film? And how has it added context to the world...
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Whiplash (2014) ...and CODEWORD: ALSO
The guys return to talk about one of the most celebrated movies of the past decade. It's Damien Chazelle's debut film, Whiplash starring J.K. Simmons and Miles Teller. How does this film hold up almost 10 years later? And which one of them could've withstood Fletcher's torment the longest? Plus,...
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District 9 (2009) ...and CODEWORD: ENTERTAINMENT
The guys are back to look at 2010 Best Picture Nominee, District 9 directed by Neill Blomkamp. What did the guys think of this sci-fi, action, mockumentary? And how does it hold up 14 years later? Plus, Zach has the codeword this week, and a chance to get on the board to start the season. Will he...
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Django Unchained (2012) ...and CODEWORD: TENNIS BALL
This week, the guys take on another modern day classic as they revisit Quentin Tarantino's eighth film, Django Unchained starring Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington, and Samuel L. Jackson. What did this rewatch do for the guys, and where does it rank all time in the...
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StellarWomen...and CODEWORD: SEQUEL w/ Darin from NostalgiaCast
The guys are back, and the rules have changed. Due to the WGA and SAG strikes currently going on in Hollywood, we've shifted from what would have been our #Barbenheimer episode to covering two incredible films from the same directors. We're traveling back in time and light years into the future...
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Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Pt. 1 (2023)
The guys are back to discuss the next summer blockbuster led by Tom Cruise, this time it's the 7th installment in the Mission Impossible franchise, with Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Pt. 1. The film is directed by Christopher McQuarrie and reunites the IMF team with Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg,...
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Season 4 Kickoff - Summer Movie Catch-Up
WE'RE BAAAAAAACCCCCCKKKK It is officially our 4th season at Film Code, and we're kicking off with a catch-up of all the movies we missed while we were away. We're talking Indiana Jones and the Dial of the Destiny, Wes Anderson's Asteroid City, R-rated comedies Joy Ride and No Hard Feelings, and…
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Season 3 Finale - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)...and CODEWORD: BURGERS
What a run it has been, and a perfect way to cap it all off. Our third season is ending at the same time the 3rd film in this trilogy releases and we part ways with some of our more endearing characters in the MCU. It's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. The last MCU film directed by James Gunn, and...
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Season 3 Wrap-Up
This is the penultimate episode of season three of Film Code as the guys take some time to talk about a few recent films that they didn't have time to discuss on the show. We give our thoughts on Super Mario Bros Movie, Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret, Beau Is Afraid, and a few others. As…
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3rd Annual Film Code Film Awards
After all this time, we are finally ready to close out 2022 as we deliver our winners for our 3rd Annual Film Code Film Awards! Thank you to everyone who helped create our nominees and those of you who voted for our winners! We had a blast talking movies with you all this past year and now, we've...
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Green Book (2018) w/ DW Lundberg of NostalgiaCast
As we near the end of Season 3 here on Film Code, we had an opportunity to have one of our favorite guests back on. It's Darrin Lundberg of the NostalgiaCast podcast back for his third time to talk about one of the most chastised Best Picture winners in the last decade. The infamous Green Book...
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)...and CODEWORD: OFFICER
The guys are back to discuss this second attempt to bring the storied dice game to screen, it's Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves starring Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Hugh Grant, and Chloe Coleman. What did we think of this roleplaying game adaptation? And will there be more to come?...
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John Wick Chapter 4 (2023)
The guys are back to discuss the next installment in possibly the best action franchise of all time, John Wick Chapter 4 starring Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgard, and the late, great, Lance Reddick. This week, we're joined by Cinema Chat cohort, Jeremy Valore as we break down every...
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Scream VI (2023)
The guys are finally back after a long hiatus to talk about the sequel to the requel, and the 6th installment in the slasher franchise, Scream VI starring Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Mason Gooding, Jasmine Savoy Brown, and returning Courtney Cox and Hayden Panittiere. Our group of survivors…
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Creed 3 (2023)...and CODEWORD: PIZZA
It's the 9th film in the RCCU (Rocky/Creed Cinematic Universe), and this time it's personal. Michael B. Jordan goes behind the camera himself this time to tell the next chapter in the story of Adonis Creed. Joined this time by the talented Jonathan Majors and returning stars Phylicia Rashad and...
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Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania (2023)...and CODEWORD: VOLCANO
It's time to dive into the Quantum realm. As Marvel Studios drops it's 31st film in their Cinematic Universe, It's the kickoff to Phase 5, Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania starring Paul Rudd, Jonathan Majors, Evangeline Lily, Michelle Pfeifer, Kathryn Newton, and Michael Douglas. How does...
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Titanic (1997)...and CODEWORD: MISSING
It's the 25 anniversary of one of the highest grossing films of all time, and it's back in theaters. James Cameron's epic, TITANIC starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. Does this timeless tragic love story still hold up 25 years later? And could both of them have fit on that door? Plus…
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Knock at the Cabin (2023)...and CODEWORD: KAREN
This week, we heard a knock and we answered. It was M. Night Shymalan's new feature film, Knock at the Cabin starring Dave Bautista, Johnathan Groff, Ben Aldridge, and Rupert Grint. Based on the book, The Cabin at the End of the World, a couple is faced with the impossible choice of sacrificing a...
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Reaction to the 2022 Oscar Nominees
After a year of speculation, the Oscar nominees for the new year are officially out and the guys have some thoughts. Who was nominated? Who got snubbed? Who's got momentum? Who should win? Who will win? All these questions and more as we dive into this year's slate of nominees and what we can…
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Missing (2023)...and CODEWORD: SUPER
This week the guys look at the helpful side of technology and the kindness of strangers in a movie about the dangers of technology and our natural fear of strangers. We're talking Missing starring Storm Reid, Nia Long, and Kevin Leung. What did we think of this webcam thriller in the style of...
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M3GAN
This week, the guys pick up some hot dance moves, burst into song, relive some childhood trauma, and talk all about the newest psycho killer doll on the market. Her name is M3GAN. Starring Allison Williams and Violet McGraw. Was this already the early surprise of the new year? Did M3GAN steal our...
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Babylon (2022)
PARTY TIME, SPARKLE C*CKS!! As the guys are back to break down one of their most anticipated films of the year. They're talking the latest film by Oscar-winning Director, Damien Chazzelle, it's Babylon starring Margot Robbie, Diego Calva, Brad Pitt with Jean Smart and Tobey Maguire. Is it the...
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Best and Worst Movies of 2022
The guys gathered late as the final days of 2022 were upon us to come together to reveal their final lists for the Best and Worst Movies of 2022. It was a year of absolute bangers like Top Gun Maverick and Everything Everywhere All At Once, but also a year full of some stinkers. Which ones made…
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Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)...and CODEWORD: IDENTITY
The time has finally come to watch and review James Cameron's epic return to Pandora in the long-awaited sequel Avatar: The Way of Water. Did you bet against Jimmy C? Did you doubt the greatness that was coming your way? Did Cameron deliver for us or was it just another visual feast for the eyes...
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Violent Night (2022)
MERRY CHRISTMAS from all of us here at Film Code! We didn't want to leave the holiday season without blessing you with a Christmas treat! We're talking Santy Clause and his new film, Violent Night starring David Harbour and John Leguizamo. What did we think of this good-natured holiday comedy and...
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Glass Onion (2022)...and CODEWORD: GROW
The guys are back to talk about Rian Johnson's sequel to the highly successful Knives Out. The new Netflix sequel had a limited run in theaters before it lands on the streaming service later in December. Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery starring Edward Norton, Janelle Monae, Kathryn Hahn, Dave...
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The Fabelmans (2022) w/ DW Lundberg of NostalgiaCast
The guys are back with DW Lundberg of NostalgiaCast to talk about the latest film from Steven Spielberg. His semi-autobiographical film, The Fabelmans starring Gabriel Labelle, Paul Dano, Michelle Williams, and Judd Hirsch. Was this the glowing, oscar front runner it's been cooked up to be or did...
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The Menu (2022)...and CODEWORD: DANCE
The guys are back this week and they brought their appetite, and a friend. Rachel from The Hallmarkies Podcast joins us this week as we talk about the delicious new thriller from Mark Mylod, The Menu starring Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Nicholas Hoult. Was this a dish best served cold or…
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022)
The guys went out and saw the film late at night and decided to do a late night recording. Ignore the yawning as we talk about the long-awaited sequel directed by Ryan Coogler, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Returning to the big screen is Leititia Wright as Shuri, Angela Bassett as Queen…
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Till (2022)...and CODEWORD: GHOST
The guys are back to discuss potential awards contender, Till directed by Chinonye Chukwu and starring Danielle Deadwyler, Jalyn Hall, Sean Patrick Thomas, and Whoopi Goldberg. Did this historical retelling hit all the right notes? Plus, the race for the leader of the codebreaking board is…
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Black Adam (2022)...and CODEWORD: SPACE
FINALLY...after 15 long years, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson brings Black Adam to the big screen and now, the hierarchy of power will forever change in the DCEU. Jaume Collett-Sera directs this high-octane comic book movie also starring Aldis Hodge, Pierce Brosnan, Noah Centinneo, Mo Amer, and Sarah...
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Halloween Ends (2022)
The guys return to close out Spooky Season with (hopefully) the final installment of the Halloween franchise, David Gordon Green closes out his rebooted trilogy with Halloween Ends starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Andi Matichak, and Rohan Campbell. How did we feel about this end to the classic slasher?...
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Hocus Pocus 2/Bros (2022)...and CODEWORD: MODEL (w/ Jeremy Bryant of Bracket Bastards)
The guys are back and so are the witches as they discuss the 29-year-later sequel to the Halloween classic, Hocus Pocus 2 starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy. The Sanderson Sisters are back to bring hell upon Salem. But that's not all. One movie wasn't enough this week…
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Smile (2022)...and CODEWORD: TALKING PICTURES
The guys are back to discuss the horror phenomenon, Smile directed by Parker Finn and starring Sosie Bacon, Jessie T. Usher, and Kal Penn. What did the guys think of this horror thriller? And how strong of a year is horror having in 2022? Plus, Brandon has the codeword this week and he's hungry…
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Don't Worry Darling (2022)
The guys are back to discuss one of their most anticipated films this year, Don't Worry Darling starring Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, and Chris Pine. And in her sophomore directorial effort, Olivia Wilde. Did Wilde hit it out of the park for a second time or did all the controversy surrounding…
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The Woman King (2022)...and CODEWORD: MOTHER
The guys are back with a special return guest as OG Filmcoder and Season 1 Codebreaking Champion, Nathan Pigg returns to Film Code to discuss Gina Prince-Bythewood's new film, "The Woman King" starring Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, and John Boyega. What did the guys think of this...
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Vengeance (2022)...and CODEWORD: P.I.
The guys are back to discuss this under the radar gem directed by actor-writer-producer-director, B.J. Novak also starring Ashton Kutcher, Issa Rae, and Boyd Holbrook. This quietly released comedy-drama about looking at life in rural America at a time when we're all out of time with each other,...
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Breaking (2022)
The guys are back to discuss the new film, Breaking starring John Boyega, Michael K. Williams, Nicole Beharie, and Jeffrey Donovan. Did this true life tale hit us hard or fall flat? And what can we expect from Boyega in the future? Find out all this and more on this week's episode of Film Code!
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FALL of the SAMARITAN
This week the guys take on a double-header as they review the new movie Fall directed by Scott Mann and the new Amazon Prime Original film, Samaritan starring Sylvester Stallone. Was this one-two punch a double knockout or a double snoozefest? Find out all that and more on this week's episode of...
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Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022)...and CODEWORD: SLASHER
This week we're talking the Gen Z whodunnit murder mystery, Bodies Bodies Bodies from A24, directed by Halina Reijn and starring Amandla Stenberg, Pete Davidson, Rachel Sennott, and Maria Bakalova. What did the guys think of this new spin on the murder mystery genre? Plus, can anyone crack the...
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Prey (2022)...and CODEWORD: SOUL (w/ Robert Yaniz. Jr.)
The guys return this week to discuss the new prequel based off the Predator franchise. Prey directed by Dan Trachtenberg and starring Amber Midthunder and Dakota Beavers. This week, the guys are joined by special guest, Robert Yaniz Jr. of Crooked Table Productions. Host of the Close Watch and...
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Bullet Train (2022)
The guys return this week to look at the new David Leitch film, Bullet Train starring Brad Pitt, Brian Tyree Henry, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Zazie eets and Hiroyuki Sanada. What did we think of this deadly train ride? Was it an action-packed thrill ride or did it go off the tracks?" Find out all…
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Nope (2022)...and CODEWORD: BRITISH
The guys are back this week to discuss the latest sci-fi thriller, Nope directed by Jordan Peele and starring Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya, and Steven Yeun. This week, the guys are joined by a special guest: DW Lundberg of NostalgiaCast comes through to bring some class to these precedings. What…
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Film Code is a podcast dedicated to movies and entertainment. Each week, the members of the Cleveland Film Critics Society (Phoenix, Brandon, and Zach) will dissect, analyze, review, and appreciate cinema one word at a time. Twitter: @FilmCodePodPhoenix: @IMHOReviews1Brandon: @FantasmicEarsZach: @zachsneathIt's gonna be 'CODEWORD': Awesome. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmcoders/support
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