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PhantasmaCast

PhantasmaCast

32 episodes

5 days ago

A podcast where we talk about our favorite movies two at a time!

Derek and Jake - two filmmakers, cinephiles, and physical media cheerleaders - pair up some of their favorite films to create undeniably fun double features!

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A podcast where we talk about our favorite movies two at a time!

Derek and Jake - two filmmakers, cinephiles, and physical media cheerleaders - pair up some of their favorite films to create undeniably fun double features!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes (20/32)

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Darkness Down Under

This week, we're unearthing the dark side of Aussie cinema. We tackle the terrifying Alison's Birthday (1981), a film fueled by the era's satanic panic anxieties. Then, get ready for the masterful slow-burn of Next of Kin (1982), a stunning blend of Giallo suspense and classic haunted house tropes where a nursing home hides deadly secrets.

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5 days ago

1 hour 40 minutes 2 seconds

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This week, we're watching Andrzej Zulawski's Possession (1981) and William Friedkin's Bug (2006), two movies that test the limits of love and madness. These films take the 'will they/won't they' trope to new heights by asking not whether our two leads will finally hook up, but rather: Will these two people kill each other by the time the credits roll?

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2 weeks ago

1 hour 40 minutes 2 seconds

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This week, we're plunging headfirst into the glorious trash bin of '80s independent horror with a double dose of cinematic absurdity: Troma's cult classic The Toxic Avenger (1984) and the wild, cannibalistic horror comedy Blood Diner (1987).

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1 month ago

1 hour 53 minutes 16 seconds

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Get ready for a double feature that will really mess with your head! This week, we're watching two films that are so good at challenging reality: Christopher Nolan's 2010 masterpiece Inception and Brandon Cronenberg's shocking 2020 body-swap thriller Possessor. We're talking dream heists and visceral sci-fi/horror—you won't want to miss it!

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1 month ago

1 hour 38 minutes 11 seconds

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Filthy and Fabulous

This week, we're twisting and shouting our way back to the Eisenhower years to explore how two iconic greaser musicals—Grease and Cry-Baby—tackle the "Teen Problem" head-on. Get ready for a rock 'n' rolling look into a world of leather jackets, fast cars, and teenage rebellion.

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2 months ago

1 hour 31 minutes 21 seconds

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This week, we attempt to unravel the knot of love and infidelity with two films that couldn't be more different in their approach: Ingmar Bergman's playful classic, Smiles of a Summer Night (1955) and Mike Nichols' modern, biting drama, Closer (2004). We'll see how these two wildly different takes on intimacy and humiliation reveal the uncomfortable truths about what it means to love someone deeply - and to completely mess it up.

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2 months ago

1 hour 33 minutes 27 seconds

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This week, we're watching two mockumentaries that offer unsparing takes on Americana: Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999) and Best in Show (2000). Discover how these films cleverly expose the dark (and often hilarious) truths behind the competitive subcultures of beauty pageants and dog shows, revealing broader insights into the quirks and aspirations that define us.

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3 months ago

1 hour 19 minutes 42 seconds

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This week, we’re watching Sergio Martino’s Torso (1973) and Dario Argento’s Tenebrae (1982), two standouts of the Italian Giallo, and how they laid the bloody groundwork for the slashers and erotic thrillers of the 80s and 90s.

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3 months ago

1 hour 40 minutes 26 seconds

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Big Giallo Energy

This week, we re-examine two Brian De Palma classics: the sexy slasher Dressed to Kill (1980) and the gripping Blow Out (1981). We'll uncover how De Palma masterfully draws from Giallo's dark heart and stylistic flair to craft dazzling displays of danger, dripping with suspense and oh so much style.

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4 months ago

1 hour 30 minutes 30 seconds

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The Female Gays

This week, we're keeping the erotic thriller conversation going with two intense queer entries to the genre! First up is the Wachowskis' directorial debut, Bound, a stylish and suspenseful tale of star-crossed lovers looking to rip off the mob. Then, we dive into Rose Glass' sophomore film, Love Lies Bleeding, a steroid-fueled case of dangerous love that ratchets up the tension and the stakes!

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5 months ago

1 hour 32 minutes 34 seconds

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Thriller? I Hardly Know Her

This week, we're watching a pair of films that truly pushed the boundaries of the erotic thriller. First up is Brian De Palma's voyeuristic Body Double (1984), followed by John McNaughton's pulpy capstone to the genre, Wild Things (1998). Both films deliver their stories through a predominant male gaze, proving to be as controversial as they are horny.

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5 months ago

1 hour 29 minutes 39 seconds

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Shit Happened One Night

This week, we're staying up all night with two high-stakes odysseys through New York City's underbelly. First up, we're taking a look at Scorsese's underrated gem, After Hours, where one man's SoHo adventure spirals into a bizarre nightmare. Next, the Safdie Brothers' Good Time delivers a masterclass in anxiety as we follow a brother's desperate and disastrous descent into his own worst impulses.

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6 months ago

1 hour 59 minutes 28 seconds

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This week, we're diving into Desperately Seeking Susan and You've Got Mail, two classic rom-coms whose love stories, driven by the communication tech of their time, hilariously prove that sometimes love is spelled "F-O-X".

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6 months ago

1 hour 24 minutes 29 seconds

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The Prequel Business

This week, we're watching prequels that don't suck! We're diving into the gritty brilliance of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the high-octane madness of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, exploring how these films expand their legendary universes and deliver serious cinematic punch. Forget tired tropes, these prequels rule!

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6 months ago

1 hour 36 minutes 19 seconds

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The Definitive Ultimate Director's Final Cut

**CONTENT WARNING**

One of the films in this week's episode includes literal pornography, graphic violence, and depictions that may be offensive to some viewers, including portrayals of self-harm and sexual assault. We will discuss these elements, but not show them. Consider this your official "proceed with caution" notice.

This week, we're diving into the chaotic worlds of 1979's Caligula and 1982's Blade Runner, dissecting the wildly different cuts of each film. From the unsimulated debauchery shoehorned into Caligula to the existential Replicant debate sparked by Blade Runner's various editions, we're exploring how differing perspectives of authorship shaped (or warped) these iconic, and undeniably unconventional, cinematic experiences.

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7 months ago

2 hours 9 minutes 57 seconds

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Psycho Thriller

From the sun-drenched guilt of "Insomnia" to the brutal, relentless vengeance of "I Saw the Devil," we dissect two films that dare to ask: what is the true cost of justice? We explore the moral compromises made by deeply flawed characters, and the cultural nuances that shape their actions. Join us as we examine how these genre-subverting thrillers expose the darkness within us all.

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7 months ago

1 hour 43 minutes 50 seconds

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Ep. 14 - Evil is Good

Dive into the seductive shadows with our double feature spotlighting "Fright Night" and "Vampire in Brooklyn"! We're sinking our teeth into how these '80s and '90s gems championed the alluring vampire long before the current genre craze. Prepare for a deep dive into the magnetic performances of Chris Sarandon, Roddy McDowall, Eddie Murphy, Angela Bassett, and a stellar supporting cast. Get ready for an episode of fangs, laughs, and a whole lot of charisma.

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8 months ago

1 hour 34 minutes 27 seconds

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The Mechanism for Our Confusion

Ever wonder about that strange period when Tom Cruise, action hero extraordinaire, dabbled in art-house cinema? We’re diving deep into two films that define this era: Stanley Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut and Vanilla Sky. Both feature Cruise as a man trapped in a dream-turned-nightmare, but what do these films say about him, about filmmaking, and maybe even about us? Join us as we explore the surreal worlds of these cinematic puzzles.

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8 months ago

1 hour 39 minutes 27 seconds

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Middle American

We're talking "The 'Burbs" and "Big" this week! Two classic Hanks flicks about growing up (or trying to avoid it). From creepy neighbors to giant keyboards, we're breaking down these 80s gems. Hit play and join the fun!

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9 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes 8 seconds

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We Must Be Doin' Somethin' Right

This week, we explore two films that reflect the cultural and political landscape of the 1970s. As entertaining as they are thought-provoking, these movies offer distinct perspectives on the narratives we're presented with and the stories we tell ourselves.

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9 months ago

1 hour 30 minutes 51 seconds