Episode 5: Mighty Aphrodite (1995) with Sam Meltzer

Episode 5: Mighty Aphrodite (1995) with Sam Meltzer

On episode 5, my guest Sam Meltzer and me discuss Woody Allen’s Oscar-winning ‘Mighty Aphrodite’ (1995), including Allen’s personal issues surrounding the film, remembering Helena Bonham Carter is in the film and where to actual find any sex and violence in this film.

You can follow Sam on Twitter @SamTheParasite. You can follow me on Instagram @firstlastshot.

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Episode 4: Basic Instinct (1992) with Karim Ballach

Episode 4: Basic Instinct (1992) with Karim Ballach

On episode 4, my guest Karim Ballach and me discuss Paul Verhoeven’s scandalous ‘Basic Instinct’ (1992), including ‘The Lion King’ (obviously), horny teenagers and control, control, control. I also say ‘Rob Bottin’ out loud for the first time in my life.

Follow Karim on Instagram @karim_at_the_movies. You can follow me on Instagram @firstlastshot.

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Episode 3: Bound (1996) with Joslyn@flickchickbitch

Episode 3: Bound (1996) with Joslyn@flickchickbitch

On episode 3, my guest Joslyn and me discuss The Wachowski’s debut film ‘Bound’ (1996) on a variety of topics, including masculinity and butchness, being eaten by dinosaurs and what hardcore tribadism is supposed to be. Be aware of spoilers and watch ‘Bound’!

You can find the comparison of the two versions we discuss here.

Follow Jo on Instagram @firstlastshot. You can follow me on Instagram @firstlastshot. You can and should also read more by Jo on Scribemag.

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Episode 2: Batman Returns (1992) with Milan Henke

Episode 2: Batman Returns (1992) with Milan Henke

On episode 2, my guest and former student Milan Henke discuss Tim Burton’s brave and challenging sequel ‘Batman Returns’, including superhero violence, a horny penguin and scary mirrors. Be aware of spoilers!
Disclaimer: this was actually the first episode I recorded, so don’t be surprised to hear more nervousness and insecurity in my voice than last week.

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Episode 1: eXistenZ (1999) with Gordon McNulty

Episode 1: eXistenZ (1999) with Gordon McNulty

On the very first episode, we discuss David Cronenberg’s underrated ‘eXistenZ’, including Jude Law’s hairline, Willem Dafoe’s inherent sexuality and why this film is a unique case of pegging propaganda.

Listen to Gordon’s podcast ‘The Lone Acting Nominees Podcast’ and follow him on Instagram @fuck_it_dude_lets_go_bowling.

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