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Under The Great Lakes Podcast

18 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -

Ben, Jacob and Gabe are 3 friends who share their thoughts and feelings on films that they love...and absolutely hate. Tune in bi-weekly, as we give our in-depth reviews and opinions on the newest releases and news coming out of the film world.

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Episodes

Episode 16 - Mank

December 20, 2020 00:03 - 1 hour - 119 MB

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 own time Jacob (Jacob Birney), Ben (Benny4444), Gabe (gabemurrell). And follow us on twitter and interact with us there! @utglpod TIME STAMPS: News (1:40) Question of the week (26:50) Citizen Ka...

Episode 15 - Director Special: David Fincher

December 07, 2020 02:33 - 2 hours - 224 MB

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 (pre-Mank). *DISCLAIMER* similar to our Christopher Nolan special, this episode is longer than our other reviews. View timestamps below for specific film start points and also be aware of spoilers, ...

Episode 14 - Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm/The Trial of the Chicago 7

November 23, 2020 00:43 - 1 hour - 106 MB

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 on what we're watching on our Letterboxd accounts: Ben (Benny4444), Jacob (Jacob Birney), Gabe (gabemurrell)

Episode 13 - Halloween Marathon Part 2

October 31, 2020 21:32 - 1 hour - 117 MB

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 BREATHE.  Follow us on twitter where you can interact with us and keep up to date with our upcoming reviews and upcoming episodes @utglpod. Also make sure to follow us on Letterboxd for our own perso...

Episode 12 - Halloween Marathon Part 1

October 31, 2020 01:40 - 1 hour - 102 MB

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. Also tune in to tomorrows episode for part 2 of our Halloween movie marathon, where we'll be discussing our favourite modern day horror flicks (post-2000). Follow us on twitter where you can intera...

Episode 11 - Possessor/Enola Holmes

October 22, 2020 22:56 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MB

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 reviews on what we're watching in our free time - Ben (Benny4444), Jacob (Jacob Birney), Gabe (gabemurrell) Make sure to check out our upcoming episodes, where we're going to go back to watch some ...

Episode 11 - Enola Holmes/Possessor

October 22, 2020 22:56 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MB

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 reviews on what we're watching in our free time - Ben (Benny4444), Jacob (Jacob Birney), Gabe (gabemurrell) Make sure to check out our upcoming episodes, where we're going to go back to watch some ...

Episode 10 - The Devil All The Time

October 05, 2020 01:42 - 1 hour - 110 MB

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 exciting announcement at the end of the episode for our October episode plans. Follow us on letterboxd to keep a tab on what we're watching in our spare time Jacob (Jacob Birney), Ben (Benny4444), Gabe ...

Episode 9 - I'm Thinking of Ending Things

September 20, 2020 22:20 - 1 hour - 104 MB

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 from the small cast, its handful of metaphors and dive into the many meanings and social commentaries on humans and mental health. Follow us on letterboxd to keep up with what we're watching in our o...

Episode 8 - Bill and Ted Face The Music/The New Mutants

September 08, 2020 02:06 - 1 hour - 136 MB

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), Jacob (Jacob Birney) and follow us on our twitter @utglpod!  TIME STAMPS 35:08 BILL AND TED 1:02:07 THE NEW MUTANTS

Episode 7 - Tenet

August 29, 2020 23:24 - 1 hour - 126 MB

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 Toronto International Film Fest format and what we are excited for from DC Fandome! Follow us on letterboxd: Ben (benny4444), Jacob (jacobbirney), Gabe (gabemurrell) and follow us on twitter @utglpod T...

Episode 6 - Director Special: Christopher Nolan

August 25, 2020 22:12 - 2 hours - 211 MB

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. Follow us on letterboxd for our quick reviews on everything we're seeing - Jacob (Jacob Birney), Ben (Benny4444), Gabe (gabemurrell) TIME STAMPS Following (21:42) Memento (26:13) Insomnia (37:48) Batm...

Episode 5 - 'An American Pickle/The Rental'

August 17, 2020 00:57 - 1 hour - 114 MB

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 episode. // Follow us on letterboxd - Gabe (gabemurrell), Ben (Benny4444), Jacob (jacob birney).// Check out the new podcast from our friend Calista, 'IS THIS WHAT YOU WANTED?', now available on Spot...

Episode 4 - 'First Cow/Palm Springs'

August 03, 2020 00:43 - 1 hour - 104 MB

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) // Follow us on letterboxd: Jacob (jacob birney), Ben (Benny4444), Gabe (gabemurrell) // check out our dear friend Sarah's EMMY winning documentary NO LIMITS https://www.facebook.com/100015416233375/posts/...

Episode 3 - 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire'

July 19, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 121 MB

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 Haenel) from memory of their time spent on walks and other activities during the day.Follow us on letterboxed Gabe (gabemurrell), Ben (benny4444), Jacob (Jacob Birney)3:19 Movie News26:30 Question of the...

Episode 2.5 - The Last of Us Part II

July 17, 2020 23:04 - 1 hour - 114 MB

Join Jacob and Ben as they breakdown their thoughts and experiences playing through Naughty Dog's 'The Last of Us Part II'.

Episode 2 - "The King of Staten Island"/"Becky"

July 05, 2020 03:23 - 1 hour - 154 MB

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 Staten Island review - 46:30Becky review - 1:17:00Follow us on letterboxd for brief reviews and a variety of listsJacob - bocajyenribBen - Benny4444Gabe - gabemurrell

Episode 1 - "Da 5 Bloods"

June 20, 2020 00:56 - 1 hour - 89.5 MB

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 news such as the future of the Academy Awards, Tenet and much more!