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Matt Scalici talks with Alabama Symphony Orchestra conductor Christopher Confessore about the ASO's upcoming live performance of Charlie Chaplin's score for City Lights.

Matt Scalici discusses the best and worst Summer movie seasons, and Graham Flanagan reacts to the newest STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS trailer.

Ben Flanagan reacts to the news of Ryan Gosling being cast in the BLADE RUNNER sequel, and Craig Hamilton goes in-depth on the Best Picture nominees of 1957.

FilmNerds editor Matt Scalici is joined by his wife Francesca to discuss Steven Spielberg's spectacular motion capture animated film The Adventures of Tintin. Listen as the wedded critics discuss Spielberg's creative use of 3D, the film's original and unique action sequences and whether the film has a future as a blockbuster franchise.

FilmNerds editor Matt Scalici is joined by his wife Francesca to discuss the indie drama Marthy Marcy May Marlene. Listen as they break down the much-hyped performance of Elizabeth Olsen, the dark themes of the film's screenplay and the controversial ending.

FilmNerds editor Matt Scalici is joined by his wife Francesca to discuss George Clooney's dark political thriller The Ides of March. Listen as the wedded critics analyze the film's numerous impressive performances, plot twists and potential Oscar hopes.

FilmNerds editor Matt Scalici is joined by his wife Francesca to discuss the cancer buddy comedy 50/50 starring Seth Rogen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Matt and Francesca discuss whether the highly-praised film has any shot at major awards and why the performances of Anna Kendrick and Anjelica Huston might steal the show from the two male leads.

FilmNerds editor Matt Scalici is joined by his wife Francesca to discuss Bennett Miller's adaptation of Moneyball, the story of Billy Beane's attempts to revolutionize baseball with sabremetrics. Matt and Francesca discuss where Brad Pitt's performance ranks among his top performances and discuss Aaron Sorkin's undeniable influence on the screenplay..

Matt Scalici is joined by his wife Francesca to take an in-depth look at the final installment of the Harry Potter film franchise. Francesca takes issue with some of the film's departures from the original novel while Matt discusses why he feels loyalty to the books isn't necessarily crucial to success.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by cartoonist and Star Wars devotee Chris Rosko to discuss Return of the Jedi and comedian Jason Roche gives his thoughts and reactions as a first time viewer of the Star Wars trilogy.

FilmNerds.com Editor Matt Scalici is joined by contributors Ben Flanagan, Corey Craft, Graham Flanagan and Ben Stark to discuss Woody Allen's surprise summer hit Midnight in Paris. The group talks about why the film might become Allen's biggest hit of his career and explore some of the unique performances that make the film one of the year's most entertaining movies.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by film critic and FilmNerds contributor Ben Flanagan to discuss the Best Picture winner for 1983, James L. Brooks' Terms of Endearment.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss Woody Allen's latest film Midnight in Paris, starring Owen Wilson as a nostalgia-obsessed writer who finds himself traveling to 1930s Paris late at night. Matt and Francesca discuss why the film might be doing so well with mainstream audiences and break down the remarkable performances of Wilson, Rachel McAdams and Marion Cotillard.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss the coming-of-age/sci-fi thriller Super 8. Topics of discussion include Abrams' numerous nods to Spielberg, the amazing performances of the young cast, and whether or not the controversial "monster" in the film works.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by his wife and Cinematrimony co-host Francesca to discuss the iconic dance movie Flashdance starring Jennifer Beals. Matt and Francesca explore the enduring popularity of the dance movie genre and discuss the fashion, music, dialogue and other absurd details that keep Flashdance forever stuck in 1983.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss the Norse mythology-based superhero movie Thor. Topics of discussion include whether Thor meshes with the rest of the "Marvel universe", Natalie Portman's surprising performance, the strength of the film's 3D effects and more.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by standup comedian Jason Roche to discuss the biggest comedy hit of 1983, Trading Places starring Eddie Murphy and Dan Akroyd, and whether it still holds up and delivers laughs in 2011.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss the summer's first sleeper hit, the female-driven comedy Bridesmaids. Matt and Francesca debate whether the comedy goes too far or whether it just seems too far because of Matt's inherent sexism.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by local Birmingham filmmaker Sam McDavid (of the Flying McDavid Bros.) to discuss the 1983 nuclear war thriller WarGames and how it affected Sam as a young movie fan in 1983.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by special guest Lucas Pepke to discuss the 1983 Roger Moore-starring James Bond film Octopussy.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by FilmNerds contributor Ben Flanagan to discuss Clint Eastwood's outrageous Dirty Harry sequel Sudden Impact.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by his wife and Cinematrimony co-host Francesca Scalici to discuss the garish sequel to Saturday Night Fever, Sylvester Stallone's Staying Alive.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by his wife and Cinematrimony co-host Francesca Scalici to discuss the Michael Keaton-Teri Garr family comedy classic, Mr. Mom.

As part of his ongoing series exploring the Top 50 films of 1983, FilmNerds.com editor Matt Scalici will be joined by a series of special guests to discuss the Top 10 films of that year in a special series of podcasts. This week, Matt is joined by regular FilmNerds contributor Graham Flanagan to discuss the film that made Tom Cruise a superstar, the groundbreaking sex comedy Risky Business.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca the Coen Brothers' Oscar-nominated Western remake True Grit starring Jeff Bridges and Hailee Steinfeld.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss the latest Oscar-nominated entry from Danny Boyle, 127 Hours starring James Franco in the performance of his career. Matt and Francesca discuss whether the film is watchable enough for mainstream audiences and whether the portrayal of the grueling ordeal of Aaron Ralston is over-the-top or realistic.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss the Australian crime drama Animal Kingdom and its Oscar-nominated performance from Jackie Weaver.

FilmNerds contributors Matt Scalici, Ben Flanagan and Corey Craft join other local Birmingham film critics to discuss 2010's best films and the upcoming Academy Awards.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss Tom Hooper's uplifting historical drama The King's Speech and whether it holds up to all the early awards buzz.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1. For those who have seen the film but have not read the book, there are no spoilers regarding what will happen in Part 2 of the film.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca give their reactions to Darren Aronofsky's stunning psychological thriller Black Swan and discuss what they think happened within the film, whether mainstream audiences will find it too extreme and whether the film's extreme violence and sexual content overshadows its visual brilliance and insightful performances.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss their reactions to the gritty independent trailer noir hit of the year, Winter's Bone.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss their reactions to the indie documentary sensation Catfish.

Matt Scalici and his wife Francesca discuss their reactions to The Social Network.

Matt Scalici talks with Graham Flanagan and Corey Craft about David Fincher's talked-about hit The Social Network.

Ben Stark, Ben Flanagan and Francesca Scalici join Matt Scalici to discuss Christopher Nolan's trippy blockbuster Inception.

Matt Scalici talks with Ben Flanagan, Benjamin Stark, Craig Hamilton and Graham Flanagan about J.J. Abram's hotly debated Spielbergian thriller Super 8. The Nerds debate whether the film succeeds in blending together two very different storylines, Abrams' future as a filmmaker, and Super 8's commercial potential.

Ben Stark, Graham Flanagan and Ben Flanagan join Matt Scalici to discuss the upcoming summer movie season and give their predictions on the biggest hits and flops of the season.

Ben Flanagan joins Matt Scalici to discuss the third film by Jared Hess, GENTLEMEN BRONCOS, recently released on DVD.

Ben and Graham Flanagan join Francesca and Matt Scalici to discuss the upcoming Academy Awards and give their picks and predictions.

Ben Flanagan joins Matt Scalici to discuss the week's biggest film and television news. This week's topics include Inglourious Basterds' Oscar chances, Disney's purchase of Marvel, new project announcements and weekend movie reccomendations.

Guest Programmer Ben Flanagan takes us through America's pastime on the silver screen as we take a look at the greatest baseball movies ever made in Part I of our FilmNerds Guide to Sports Movies.

Ben Flanagan joins Matt Scalici to discuss the week's biggest film and television news. This week's topics include Inglourious Basterds, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Steven Spielberg's latest project and weekend movie reccomendations.

Graham and Ben Flanagan join Matt Scalici to discuss Quentin Tarantino's latest release, Inglourious Basterds.

In the seventh and final installment of our FilmNerds Guide to Zombies, guest programmer Sean Hoade discusses the role religion plays in zombie fiction.

In Part VI of our FilmNerds Guide to Zombies, guest programmer Sean Hoade examines how zombie films play on our real-world fears such as terrorism, epidemic disease and other contemporary concerns.

In Part V of our FilmNerds Guide to Zombies, guest programmer Sean Hoade takes a look at Freud's Uncanny and its role in the popularity of zombie fiction.

In Part IV of our FilmNerds Guide to Zombies, guest programmer Sean Hoade discusses what zombies can tell us about the American consumer culture.

In Part III of our FilmNerds Guide to Zombies, guest programmer Sean Hoade satisfies our zombie cravings by explaining why it is that zombies love to eat people.

In Part II of our FilmNerds Guide to Zombies, guest programmer Sean Hoade tells us what zombie films have to say about race relations.