Episodes
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Episode 31 - Annette/Wet Hot American Summer
Join Ben, Jacob, Gabe and Alex as they go over one of the more interesting releases of the summer with Leos Carax english film debut, ANNETTE, starring Adam Driver. Followed with Gabe's pick of the week with the 2001 cult comedy, WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER. Follow us on Twitter @UTGLpod and follow…
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Ep 30 + 1.0 - Evangelion Rebuilds/Evangelion 3.0 + 1.0: Thrice Upon A Time
After a short break - we're back with a little special episode. Join Ben, Alex and Jacob as they talk all things NGE leading up to their review of the newly released EVANGELION: 3.0+1.0 THRICE UPON A TIME. Follow us on Twitter @UTGLpod and follow us on letterboxd where we review and rate films we...
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Episode 29 - The Green Knight/The Suicide Squad/Love & Pop
We're back with a STACKED episode. This week, we discuss two highly anticipated summer releases in David Lowery's THE GREEN KNIGHT and James Gunn's THE SUICIDE SQUAD. Also, join us for a brief discussion on Jacob's pick of the week, with Hideaki Anno's LOVE & POP. Follow us on Twitter to keep up…
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Episode 28 - Old/Rio Bravo
Join Gabe, Alex, Ben and Jacob as they discuss the newest release from M Night Shyamalan, 'OLD', as well as Alex's pick of the week - 1959's John Wayne western, 'RIO BRAVO'. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram to keep up to date on what movies we'll be doing for upcoming episodes and when they go...
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Episode 27 - Black Widow/The Dark Crystal
Join Jacob, Ben, Gabe and Alex as they breakdown their thoughts on the long awaited release of Marvel's new film, Black Widow; as well as Ben's first film pick of the new season with one of his favourites, Jim Henson and Frank Oz's The Dark Crystal! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram to keep up…
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Episode 26 - Luca/Censor
Join Jacob, Ben, Alex and Gabe as they dive into their reviews of the new Pixar original film LUCA, as well as the directorial debut from director Prano Bailey-Bond, CENSOR. Follow us on Twitter @UTGLpod to keep up with all our new episodes, updates and chat with us. Also, follow us on Letterboxd...
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Episode 25 - The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do it/25th Hour
Gabe, Ben, Jacob and our new co host, Alex are back with another pair of film reviews and what makes this episode so special is that it is our podcast turns 1 today! To celebrate, we have decided to change up the format every so often and with that - we will be covering a new film, paired with a...
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Episode 24 - Dawn of the Dead/Army of the Dead
In the season finale of season 1, we're bringing you a zombie special episode of Under The Great Lakes Podcast this week, where we'll be reviewing Zack Snyder's 2004 DAWN OF THE DEAD remake, as well as his new Netflix release, ARMY OF THE DEAD. Join Gabe, Ben, Jacob and our special guest, Alex…
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Episode 23 - Shiva Baby/The Mitchells vs The Machines
Join Jacob, Ben and Gabe as they breakdown their thoughts on the directorial debut film from young, up and coming filmmaker, Emma Seligman and her film SHIVA BABY; as well as the Sony Animations Netflix release of The Mitchells vs The Machines. Also, follow along as we discuss what is going on in...
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Episode 22 - 2021 Oscars Predictions
The time has come and the 93rd annual Academy Awards are this Sunday, April 25th. Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe as they go through the categories, making their predictions and giving their thoughts on the overall nominees. Don't forget to tune into the Oscars and let us know your picks at our Twitter...
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Episode 21 - Godzilla vs Kong/Nobody
We're back with our last episode before the season 1 finale - so join Ben, Jacob and Gabe as we dive into our thoughts on GODZILLA VS KONG and NOBODY, as well as a quick discussion about our favourite action movies, fancasting Wolverine and more! Follow us on Twitter @UTGLpod and follow our...
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Episode 20 - Wandavision/Zack Snyder's Justice League
We're back after a short time off with another episode of Under The Great Lakes Podcast. This week - join Ben, Jacob, Gabe and welcoming back our special guest, Alex, as they discuss their opinions on Marvel's first Disney+ exclusive release, WANDAVISION. As well as their review on the the long,...
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Episode 19.5 - Oscars Reactions
Join Gabe in a special solo edition of Under The Great Lakes Podcast, where he'll be reading off all the nominees for the 93rd Annual Academy Awards and giving his thoughts and his surprise nominees and snubs of the year. Predictions to come closer to the Oscars (which airs April 25th). Follow us...
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Episode 19 - 2020 Year In Review
Finally after what seemed to be forever amongst all the pushbacks and delays; 2020 is finally over and we at Under The Great Lakes Podcast wrapped up our year with talking about some of the films we didn't get a chance to touch on in previous episodes. So, join Ben, Jacob and Gabe as we dive into...
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Episode 18 - Another Round/Minari/Sound of Metal
Tune in this week as Jacob, Ben and Gabe share their thoughts and reviews on some of 2020's best with ANOTHER ROUND, MINARI & SOUND OF METAL. Follow along as we also talk about the future of the MCU, the delay and push of some of 2021's anticipated releases and how one of us got blocked on…
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Episode 17 - Soul/Wonder Woman 1984
Join Ben, Jacob & Gabe with our special guest, Alex, as we talk about two of the biggest streaming releases of the year with the Christmas day releases of SOUL & WONDER WOMAN 1984. Also tune in while we talk about all the news in the film world and where we think the future of the DCEU lies!…
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Episode 16 - Mank
Join Jacob, Ben and Gabe as they breakdown their thoughts on David Fincher's new Netflix film, MANK. Also join them for a brief discussion on CITIZEN KANE as they explain their thoughts in lead up to this influenced film. Follow us on Letterboxd to see our reviews of films we are watching in our...
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Episode 15 - Director Special: David Fincher
Join Jacob, Ben and Gabe for another Director Special episode; this time with the filmography of David Fincher, leading up to the release of his new Netflix film MANK. In this episode, they watched and review all of David Fincher's films from the beginning of his career to his most recent release...
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Episode 14 - Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm/The Trial of the Chicago 7
Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe on a Sacha Baron Cohen double feature as they share their reviews on the surprise sequel of Borat, with Amazon Studios' BORAT: SUBSEQUENT MOVIEFILM and Netflix's THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7. Follow us on Twitter @UTGLPod and check out our on personal reviews and keep a tab...
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Episode 13 - Halloween Marathon Part 2
Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe on part 2 of their Halloween movie marathon special, where they'll be discussing some of their personal favourite modern day horror flicks (post-2000). We will be discussing Drew Goddard's THE CABIN IN THE WOODS, Jonathan Glazer's UNDER THE SKIN and Fede Alvarez's DON'T...
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Episode 12 - Halloween Marathon Part 1
Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe on part 1 of their Halloween movie marathon special, where they'll be discussing some of their personal favourite old horror flicks (pre-2000). We will be discussing Tobe Hooper's THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE, John Carpenter's THE THING and Robert Hiltzik's SLEEPAWAY CAMP....
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Episode 11 - Possessor/Enola Holmes
Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe as they share their thoughts on the new Netflix film ENOLA HOLMES, starring Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill and Sam Claflin; as well as their review of Brandon Cronenberg's new Sci-Fi/thriller, POSSESSOR. Follow us on Twitter @utglpod and follow us on Letterboxd for our...
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Episode 10 - The Devil All The Time
Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe as they share their review of the new Netflix film, THE DEVIL ALL THE TIME, starring Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Sebastian Stan, Riley Keough, Bill Skarsgaard. Jason Clarke, Sebastian Stan, Eliza Scanlen and Mia Wasikowska. Also, join us for some movie news and an...
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Episode 9 - I'm Thinking of Ending Things
This week on Under The Great Lakes Podcast, Ben, Jacob and Gabe discuss and give their review on the new Netflix film IM THINKING OF ENDING THINGS directed by the odd, yet much loved Charlie Kaufman. Join us as we breakdown the fantastic technical aspects of this film, the amazing performances…
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Episode 8 - Bill and Ted Face The Music/The New Mutants
Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe as they discuss and share their opinions on the long awaited THE NEW MUTANTS and a the final installment of a a great trilogy BILL AND TED FACE THE MUSIC. Follow us on letterboxd for our reviews on movies we watch in our spare time - Ben (benny4444), Gabe (gabemurrell),...
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Episode 7 - Tenet
Join Ben, Jacob and Gabe as they share their review on the highly-anticipated new film from Christopher Nolan, TENET. Did we love it? Did we hate it? Was the risk of getting a life threatening illness worth the 2.5 hours of entertainment? Tune in to find out; along with our thoughts on the new...
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Episode 6 - Director Special: Christopher Nolan
Join Jacob, Ben and Gabe as they lead up to the release of the highly anticipated 'TENET' with a special director highlight episode on Christopher Nolan. We'll be covering his filmography from start to finish, as well as what we love about his directing style and what we aren't really keen on....
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Episode 5 - 'An American Pickle/The Rental'
Join Gabe, Ben and Jacob as they breakdown their viewings of Seth Rogen's new HBO Max Original 'AN AMERICAN PICKLE', as well as Dave Franco's directorial debut with his thriller 'THE RENTAL'. Also some exciting news on the current state of movie theatres and what to expect for next weeks SPECIAL...
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Episode 4 - 'First Cow/Palm Springs'
Join Jacob, Ben and Gabe as they breakdown their viewings of A24's western drama, FIRST COW (directed by Kelly Reichardt and starring John Magaro and Orion Lee) and the new hulu original romantic comedy, PALM SPRINGS. (directed by Max Barbakow and starring Cristin Milioti and Andy Samberg) //...
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Episode 3 - 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire'
Join Gabe, Ben and Jacob as they breakdown their viewing of Celine Sciamma's 2019 critically acclaimed film 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire'.Starring Neomie Merlant and Adele Haenel, Portrait of a Lady on Fire follows artist Marianne, as she is hired secretly to paint a portrait of Heloise (Adele...
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Episode 2.5 - The Last of Us Part II
Join Jacob and Ben as they breakdown their thoughts and experiences playing through Naughty Dog's 'The Last of Us Part II'.
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Episode 2 - "The King of Staten Island"/"Becky"
Join Jacob, Ben and Gabe as they breakdown their reviews of Judd Apatow's new comedy 'The King Of Staten Island' and Jonathan Milott/Cary Murnion's revenge flick 'Becky'. Also a quick overview of The Last Of Us 2, what is going on in the film industry and the question of the week.The King of…
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Episode 1 - "Da 5 Bloods"
Gabe, Jacob & Ben breakdown their viewing of Spike Lee's new Netflix film, "Da 5 Bloods", starring Delroy Lindo, Norm Lewis, Jonathan Majors, Clarke Peters and Isiah Whitlock Jr. Follow along as they explain their first impressions, likes and dislikes and their final rating. Also, loads of movie...