Cinebanter
166 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 years ago - ★★★★ - 39 ratingsThis is the film podcast that tells you everything. The entire show is a spoiler. You'll hear full reviews as well as special segments such as "The Last Five," "What Went Wrong at the Theater" and more. The hosts are two self-proclaimed movie snobs, who find humor in just about everything and have a tendency to...banter.
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Cinebanter #97 - THE AMERICAN
September 20, 2010 03:00 - 1 hour - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula admire the Italian landscapes as they review Anton Corbijn's THE AMERICAN. In the Last Five, Michael enjoys a comedy that Tassoula recommended, while Tassoula gets angry at a current documentary. Then, the hosts respond to two Listener Last Fives from two different continents. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of THE AMERICAN 17:16 To Sum It Up 18:12 The Last Five® 45:24 Listener Last Fives (Miss Piggy in Germany and Peter in V...
Cinebanter #96 - GET LOW
August 30, 2010 11:08 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula eulogize the acclaimed dramedy GET LOW. In the Last Five, Michael is pleasantly surprised by a romantic comedy, while Tassoula revisits an 80s classic. Then, in a special bonus segment, Michael and Tassoula remember the impact of AT THE MOVIES and discuss their favorite film critics. The breakdown is as follows:00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of GET LOW 16:29 To Sum It Up 17:02 The Last Five 51:03 The Legacy of AT THE MOVIES 1:07:45 Credits & Outtake
Cinebanter #95 - MIDDLE MEN
August 16, 2010 10:52 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula unleash hardcore criticism as they review the porn-centric MIDDLE MEN. In the Last Five®, both hosts embrace the HBO documentary series and respond to a Listener Last Five. Then, in a special bonus segment, Michael and Tassoula discuss the future of film. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of MIDDLE MEN 12:39 To Sum It Up 13:09 The Last Five 41:49 Listener Last FIve (Melissa in Ohio) 47:05 The Future of Fillm 1:14:54 Credits & Outt...
Cinebanter #94 - INCEPTION
August 01, 2010 23:41 - 1 hour - 32.4 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula infiltrate each other's dreams of what a great film should look like as they disagree about INCEPTION. In the Last Five, Michael sees the film of the book he read this summer, while Tassoula catches up with the buzz flick of 2010. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of INCEPTION, Part 1 21:30 Discussion of INCEPTION, Part 2 45:34 To Sum It Up 46:09 The Last Five 1:10:09 Credits and Outtake
Cinebanter #93 - CYRUS
July 19, 2010 04:10 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula duke it out as they review the indie hit CYRUS. In the Last Five, Michael praises a recent documentary, while Tassoula celebrates the anniversary of a beloved film. Plus, the hosts respond to two Listener Last Fives from the Emerald City. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of CYRUS 19:13 To Sum It Up 19:47 The Last Five 48:50 Listener Last Five (Seattle Edition: Gary B. and Norm G.) 1:02:04 Credits & Outtake
Cinebanter #92 - TOY STORY 3
July 05, 2010 22:23 - 54 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula reach for a hankie as they review the tear-jerker TOY STORY 3. In the Last Five, Michael changes his mind about a 90s film, while Tassoula delights in a new documentary. Plus, the hosts respond to a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of TOY STORY 3 23:31 To Sum It Up 23:56 The Last Five 48:10 Listener Last Five (Sarah in Vancouver, BC) 53:47 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #91 - ONDINE
June 21, 2010 12:22 - 1 hour - 31.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula fish for a mythical selkie as they review ONDINE. In the Last Five, Michael dives into some classics, while Tassoula indulges her fondness for the 80s. Plus, Tassoula recaps her experience at the Seattle International Film Festival. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of ONDINE 17:48 To Sum It Up 18:27 The Last Five 48:59 SIFF Recap 1:08:21 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #90 - ROBIN HOOD
May 31, 2010 12:17 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula aim their arrow at various targets as they review Ridley Scott's ROBIN HOOD. In the Last Five, Michael unveils a triumphant indie, while Tassoula revisits a classic novel. Plus, this hosts answer a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of ROBIN HOOD 20:09 To Sum It Up 20:43 The Last Five 43:39 Listener Last Five (Luke in Regina/Toronto) 52:54 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #89 - IRON MAN 2
May 17, 2010 11:06 - 1 hour - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula bust into the summer film season as they review IRON MAN 2. They also deliver their Last Five and answer a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of IRON MAN 2 Break 23:33 To Sum It Up 24:08 The Last Five® 46:29 Listener Last Five ("Mr. Chicago") 1:03:21 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #88 - THE SQUARE
May 03, 2010 11:27 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula gasp and jump as they recall the suspense of THE SQUARE. They also deliver their Last Five® and answer a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of THE SQUARE/WHAT WENT WRONG AT THE THEATER 24:53 To Sum It Up 25:34 The Last Five 54:25 Listener Last Five (Ty in Joliet, Illinois) 1:03:41 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #87 - THE CONVERSATION
April 18, 2010 11:46 - 1 hour - 32.9 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula listen in on THE CONVERSATION, a classic film from Francis Ford Coppola. They also deliver their Last Five and respond to the "Ladies Edition" of Listener Last Fives. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of THE CONVERSATION 19:50 To Sum It Up 20:24 The Last Five® 54:40 Listener Last Five® Ladies Edition (Laura in Brooklyn and Eileen in Berkeley) 1:10:57 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #86 - HOT TUB TIME MACHINE
April 05, 2010 11:43 - 1 hour - 32.6 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula relax in an 80s jacuzzi as they review HOT TUB TIME MACHINE. They also recap their time at the Cinequest Film Festival, resurrect the WHAT WENT WRONG AT THE THEATER segment and answer Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of HOT TUB TIME MACHINE 26:25 To Sum It Up 27:01 Cinequest Film Festival Re-cap/WHAT WENT WRONG AT THE THEATER 47:23 Listener Feedback (Top 10 of 2009 & PRECIOUS star weight debate) 1:10:22 Credits...
Cinebanter Special Edition - TOP 10 OF 2009
March 22, 2010 11:06 - 1 hour - 38.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula at last reveal their TOP 10 OF 2009. They also address Listener Feedback from their BEST OF THE DECADE show and announce their next show topic. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Top 10 of 2009 (10 - 5) 21:07 Top 10 of 2009 (4 - 1) 49:38 Listener Feedback (Best of the Decade) 1:06:45 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter Special Edition - OSCAR PICKS AND PREDICTIONS 2010
February 21, 2010 16:44 - 46 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula cast their ballot as they reveal their OSCAR PICKS AND PREDICTIONS for 2010. They also announce their next show topic. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Oscar Discussion, Part 1 25:30 Oscar Discussion, Part 2 45:17 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter Special Edition - BEST FILMS OF THE DECADE
February 08, 2010 07:31 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula can't believe how different their lists are when they announce their BEST FILMS OF THE DECADE. They also announce their next show topic. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BEST FILMS OF THE DECADE, Part 1 19:59 BEST FILMS OF THE DECADE, Part 2 44:50 BEST FILMS OF THE DECADE, Part 3 1:14:32 Credits & Outtake
Cinebanter #85 - CRAZY HEART
January 25, 2010 11:37 - 1 hour - 38.4 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula nurse a metaphorical bottle of whiskey as they review the country crooner CRAZY HEART. In The Last Five, Michael is wounded that Tassoula doesn't remember him sharing a favorite indie with her, while Tassoula is embarrassed she sat through the latest clichéd chick flick. They also comment on the recent GLAAD award nominations. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 CRAZY HEART Discussion 22:06 To Sum It Up 22:37 The Last Five 1:00:08 GLAAD Award N...
Cinebanter Special Edition - 4th ANNUAL TELEBANTER
January 11, 2010 06:03 - 1 hour - 39.5 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula fondly look back on their top 10 shows of 2009 in the 4th ANNUAL TELEBANTER. They also share listener lists and announce the topic of Cinebanter #85: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Top 10 of 2009 (10 - 6) 17:33 Top 10 of 2009 (5 - 1) and Listener Lists 1:07:51 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #84 - AVATAR
December 28, 2009 06:49 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula venture into Pandora as they review James Cameron's AVATAR. In The Last Five, they both recall their thoughts on INVICTUS and a few small documentaries. They also respond to a Listener Last Five and announce their next show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 AVATAR Discussion 28:50 To Sum It Up 29:34 The Last Five 53:04 Listener Last Five (Jordan in Greenville, SC) 1:03:09 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #83 - BROTHERS
December 14, 2009 21:29 - 1 hour - 38.1 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula enlist for drama as they review Jim Sheridan's BROTHERS. In The Last Five, Michael finds a steamy Japanese gem, while Tassoula gets scared by one of her favorite holiday tales. In addition they announce the PIRATE RADIO giveaway winner. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BROTHERS Discussion 31:52 To Sum It Up 32:35 The Last Five®/PIRATE RADIO Giveaway Announcement 1:05:03 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter #82 - PIRATE RADIO
November 30, 2009 12:10 - 59 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula rock the boat as they review PIRATE RADIO. In The Last Five, they both discuss PRECIOUS, the "buzz film" of the year. In addition they announce the PIRATE RADIO giveaway. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 PIRATE RADIO Discussion 25:12 To Sum It Up 25:45 The Last Five®/PIRATE RADIO Giveaway 58:19 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter #81 - AN EDUCATION
November 16, 2009 12:33 - 1 hour - 38.8 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula head back to the school of life as they review AN EDUCATION. In The Last Five, Michael is impressed with one of the Secret Movie Club selections, while Tassoula suffers through some duds. The hosts also respond to a Listener Last Five and mail in regard to their BRIGHT STAR episode. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 AN EDUCATION Discussion 22:55 To Sum It Up 23:49 The Last Five 55:34 Listener Last Five (Miran in Toronto) and Listener Feedback...
Cinebanter - GREATEST HITS, VOLUME 2
October 26, 2009 11:58 - 35 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula take a trip down memory lane and look back on Cinebanter shows 11 through 20, which aired between November of 2006 and February of 2007. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Introduction 00:57 Episode 11: Tassoula and her "re-casting" 02:37 Episode 12: Make for Refund 04:26 Episode 13: Type it, Tassoula 06:28 Episode 14: To Catch a Predator 10:02 Episode 15: Michael's Chosen Director 14:47 Episode 16: Live from Kinko's 19:01 Episode 17: Mental Gymnastics 22...
Cinebanter #80 - BRIGHT STAR
October 12, 2009 10:35 - 39 minutes - 22.8 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula witness a thing of beauty as they review Jane Campion's BRIGHT STAR. In The Last Five, Michael enjoys some classic Hitchcock, while Tassoula immerses herself in U2 during a national academic conference. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BRIGHT STAR Discussion 10:34 To Sum It Up 11:33 The Last Five 39:05 Credits & Outtake
Cinebanter #79 - THE INFORMANT!
September 28, 2009 12:04 - 49 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula follow the trail of THE INFORMANT! as portrayed by Matt Damon. In The Last Five, Michael searches for the ultimate in depression films, while Tassoula remembers the late Patrick Swayze. The hosts also respond to Listener Feedback about their most recent show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE INFORMANT! Discussion 12:25 To Sum It Up 12:49 The Last Five 43:39 Listener Feedback 48:41 Credits & Outtake
Cinebanter #78 - L'AVVENTURA
September 14, 2009 11:16 - 1 hour - 38.4 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula avoid current films to instead review the 1960 classic L'AVVENTURA. In The Last Five, Michael finds another freaky Asian flick, while Tassoula recounts two of the most romantic films in existence. The hosts also respond to two Listener Last Fives and Listener Feedback about their most recent show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 00:32 L'AVVENTURA Discussion 14:10 To Sum It Up 14:35 The Last Five 49:15 Listener Last Fives (Nathan in Lincoln; Scott in Ta...
Cinebanter #77 - DISTRICT 9
August 24, 2009 10:48 - 57 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula consider the moral and social implications of DISTRICT 9. In The Last Five, Michael dislikes one of his partner's recommendations, while Tassoula suffers through a horrible chick flick. The hosts also respond to two Listener Last Fives. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 DISTRICT 9 Discussion 16:32 To Sum It Up 17:09 The Last Five 42:36 Listener Last Fives (Dave in Baltimore; Jordan in South Bend) 57:02 Credits & Outtake
Cinebanter #76 - 500 DAYS OF SUMMER
August 10, 2009 14:26 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula spend 500 hours talking about 500 DAYS OF SUMMER, creating their longest show ever recorded. And in The Last Five®, Michael catches up with a bromance comedy, while Tassoula discovers an Australian classic. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 500 DAYS OF SUMMER Discussion 51:48 To Sum It Up 52:13 The Last Five 1:27:36 Credits & Outtakes
Cinebanter #75 - THE HURT LOCKER
July 27, 2009 12:07 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula blow up over the intensity of THE HURT LOCKER, then compare the work to BEAU TRAVAIL since both are war movies directed by women. In The Last Five, Michael watches a favorite television actor in a terrible movie, while Tassoula live tweets a guilty pleasure drunk. Plus, the hosts respond to Listener Feedback from prior shows. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE HURT LOCKER Discussion 27:52 To Sum It Up 28:30 BEAU TRAVAIL Discussion 36:00 Th...
Cinebanter #74 - PUBLIC ENEMIES and DEAR ZACHARY: A LETTER TO A SON ABOUT HIS FATHER
July 13, 2009 10:25 - 1 hour - 29.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula raise a glass to their 3rd year together as co-hosts with a double show featuring PUBLIC ENEMIES and DEAR ZACHARY: A LETTER TO A SON ABOUT HIS FATHER. In the Last Five, Michael heads to film class with Hitchcock, while Tassoula honors the recently departed Karl Malden. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 PUBLIC ENEMIES Discussion 17:39 To Sum It Up 19:27 DEAR ZACHARY: A LETTER TO A SON ABOUT HIS FATHER Discussion 31:06 To Sum It Up 31:41 The La...
Cinebanter #73 - DRAG ME TO HELL and SIFF 2009
June 21, 2009 04:52 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula gasp in horror at each other's reaction to the new Sam Raimi flick DRAG ME TO HELL. Plus, Tassoula reveals her top five movies from the 35th annual Seattle International Film Festival. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 DRAG ME TO HELL Discussion 27:13 To Sum It Up 28:07 SIFF 2009 50:38 Credits and Outtake
Cinebanter #72 - UP
June 08, 2009 13:35 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula rise to this occasion by reviewing the animated feature UP. In the Last Five®, Michael demands that Tassoula see a specific documentary before he elaborates on it, while Tassoula revisits an early Pixar favorite. They also respond to listener feedback and agree to disagree on Eli Stone. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 UP Discussion 20:31 To Sum It Up 21:23 The Last Five® 49:49 Listener Feedback/Eli Stone discussion 1:00:34 Credits and Outt...
Cinebanter #71 - BREATHLESS
May 25, 2009 12:31 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula reverse the clock and review the French classic BREATHLESS. And in the Last Five, Michael talks up a good film from his Secret Movie Club while Tassoula heads to the multiplex for a popcorn blockbuster. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BREATHLESS Discussion 18:27 To Sum It Up 18:59 The Last Five 47:26 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter #70 - SIN NOMBRE
May 11, 2009 10:17 - 1 hour - 30 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula cross the border with the hopeful immigrants of SIN NOMBRE. In the Last Five, Michael becomes a Klingon, while Tassoula is brought to tears by a Disney movie. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 SIN NOMBRE Discussion 19:09 To Sum It Up 20:08 The Last Five 1:04:59 Credits and Outtake
Cinebanter #69 - LA DOLCE VITA
April 27, 2009 11:01 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula seduce their listeners with talk of the sweet life in LA DOLCE VITA. In the Last Five®, Michael takes the episode number to heart with a Breillat marathon, while Tassoula bravely weighs in on a film made my Michael's pals. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 LA DOLCE VITA Discussion 20:22 To Sum It Up 21:04 The Last Five® 1:01:48 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter #68 - DUPLICITY
April 13, 2009 10:51 - 1 hour - 27.9 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula classify their conflicting opinions of DUPLICITY. In the Last Five, Michael provides listeners with deja vu, while Tassoula revisits the 50s—twice. In the Listener Feedback segment, the hosts respond to several Top 10 of 2008 lists. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 DUPLICITY Discussion 22:14 To Sum It Up 22:46 The Last Five 45:15 Listener Feedback (3) 59:56 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter #67 - THE CLASS
March 30, 2009 11:09 - 57 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula give detention to the filmmakers of THE CLASS, for unfortunately disappointing them. In the Last Five, Michael stays fiercely indie, while Tassoula finally gets to a show that sold out in 2005. In the Listener Last Five segment, the hosts respond to an overflowing mailbag. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE CLASS Discussion 15:15 To Sum It Up 15:43 The Last Five 41:54 Listener Last Five 55:53 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter Special Edition: 3rd ANNUAL TELEBANTER/CINEQUEST REPORT
March 16, 2009 10:41 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula avoid current films for one more episode as they present their 3rd ANNUAL TELEBANTER edition, featuring their faves from the small screen in 2008. Michael also provides his report from the recent Cinequest Film Festival in San Jose, and the hosts announce what their next show will be about (hint: it's a movie). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 TELEBANTER Discussion, Part 1 11:18 TELEBANTER Discussion, Part 2 23:29 TELEBANTER Discussion, Part...
Cinebanter Special Edition: TOP 10 OF 2008
February 23, 2009 12:12 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula, true to form, may just be the last critics to name their TOP 10 OF 2008. They also indulge listeners with a special segment "I Was Happy to Have Caught up With..." The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Top 10 of 2008 Discussion, Part 1 10:50 Top 10 of 2008 Discussion, Part 2 21:27 Top 10 of 2008 Discussion, Part 3 37:37 I Was Happy to Have Caught Up With... 46:10 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter: OSCAR WEEKEND 2009 LIVE BLOG ANNOUNCEMENT
February 19, 2009 13:55 - 1 minute - 660 KBIn this announcement, Michael and Tassoula explain their upcoming coverage of the Spirit Awards on Saturday, and the Oscars on Sunday.
Cinebanter Special Edition: OSCAR PICKS AND PREDICTIONS 2009
February 09, 2009 12:05 - 52 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula lick the envelopes and seal their choices for this year's Oscar winners. They also reach deep into the Cinebanter mailbag to respond to Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Oscar Pics and Predictions 38:12 Cinebanter Mailbag 51:20 Credits and (lots of) Outtakes
Cinebanter #66 - THE WRESTLER and REVOLUTIONARY ROAD
January 26, 2009 13:53 - 1 hour - 29.7 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula bring it as they review THE WRESTLER and REVOLUTIONARY ROAD. And in the Last Five, they both have something to say about Clint Eastwood's latest flick. The breakdown is as follows: 00:32 THE WRESTLER Discussion 23:58 To Sum It Up 24:54 REVOLUTIONARY ROAD Discussion 45:06 To Sum It Up 45:35 The Last Five 1:03:53 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter #65 - THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON
January 12, 2009 14:37 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula age rapidly while recounting the 166 minutes of their life given to viewing THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON. In the Last Five, Michael remembers the magic of Marylin Monroe, while Tassoula gets snowed in with holiday hits. In addition, the hosts respond to a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Discussion - Part 1 17:17 THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Discussion - Part 2 33:20 To Su...
Cinebanter Special Edition - SPIRIT AWARD NOMINATIONS
December 29, 2008 23:46 - 49 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula rewind the year in independent film as they reveal their picks for the Spirit Awards. Plus, the duo catch up on some of their mail in an extended Listener Last Five segment. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Spirit Award Nominations Discussion 19:29 Listener Last Fives® (Dave in Huntington Beach and Glenn in Stoughton) 36:09 Listener Last Five® (Jordan in South Bend) 48:05 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter #64 - MILK
December 15, 2008 10:24 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula differ in their degrees of praise for MILK. In the Last Five, Michael excitedly travels to the slums of India, while Tassoula takes a lengthy trip through Australia. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 MILK Discussion - Part 1 18:04 MILK Discussion - Part 2 Break 32:58 To Sum It Up 33:34 The Last Five® 1:02:52 Credits and Outtakes
Cinebanter - GREATEST HITS, VOLUME 1
November 24, 2008 11:57 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode, Tassoula looks back on the first ten episodes of Cinebanter, which aired between July and December of 2006. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Episode 1: Finding our voice 02:08 Episode 2: Boy/girl banter about THE BREAK UP 07:17 Episode 3: Introducing Average Matt 10:24 Episode 4: Our first fight 17:49 Episode 5: Decoding (or not) a foreign indie 19:26 Episode 6: The one with the bird 24:27 Episode 7: Gender differences 33:35 Episode 8: About a girl 39:25 ...
Cinebanter #63 - CHANGELING
November 10, 2008 19:34 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula compliment Clint Eastwood on his remarkable recreation of 1929 LA in their review of CHANGELING. In the Last Five, Michael gets a sneak peek at the new Michelle Williams flick, while Tassoula registers disappointment over a well-liked indie. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 CHANGELING Discussion - Part One 16:12 CHANGELING Discussion - Part Two 33:12 To Sum It Up 33:58 The Last Five® 1:03:16 Credits and Outtake
Cinebanter #62 - RACHEL GETTING MARRIED
October 27, 2008 11:43 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula walk down the aisle of disagreement in their review of RACHEL GETTING MARRIED. In the Last Five, Michael repeats his distaste for the latest Spike Lee film, while Tassoula discovers a psychological thriller that she wants everyone to see. The hosts also announce what they'll see for their November 10 show (hint: there's some Oscar buzz surrounding it). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 RACHEL GETTING MARRIED Discussion - Part 1 18:17 RACHEL G...
Cinebanter #61 - RELIGULOUS
October 13, 2008 11:21 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula judge not lest ye be judged in their review of RELIGULOUS. In the Last Five, Michael registers disappointment in Spike Lee's latest flick, while Tassoula's list is influenced by a recent book she read. They also respond to a Listener Last Five and announce the film they'll review on their October 27 show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 RELIGULOUS Discussion 27:42 To Sum It Up 28:24 The Last Five 46:51 Listener Last Five (12-year-old Charli...
Cinebanter #60 - BURN AFTER READING
September 29, 2008 10:27 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula troubleshoot their problems with BURN AFTER READING. In the Last Five, Michael overcomes one of his embarrassing indie oversights, while Tassoula's trip to a cinema finds her in Michael's birthplace. They also provide an update on their current TV obsessions, and announce the film they'll see for show #61 (hint: it's a documentary). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BURN AFTER READING Discussion 22:19 To Sum It Up 22:44 The Last Five 49:15 Fa...
Cinebanter # 59 - FROZEN RIVER
September 15, 2008 10:49 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBIn this episode, Michael and Tassoula sing the praises of Courtney Hunt's debut drama FROZEN RIVER. They also deliver their Last Five, respond to two vastly different Listener Last Fives and announce what film they chose for their next episode. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 FROZEN RIVER DISCUSSION 26:10 To Sum It Up 26:48 The Last Five 41:31 Listener Last Fives (Jordan and Branden) 1:02:36 Show Notes 1:03:10 Credits and Outtakes