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A movie analysis show looking at your favorite cult and genre films from across cinema history. Each week, Dustin, Arthur, and Dalton try to apply academic rigor and critical analysis to the films you wouldn’t talk about in a film studies class while having a few laughs along the way. It’s the conversations you have in the lobby of the multiplex with a little more room to breathe, and the occasional footnote. Stay tuned to the feed for bonus episodes on new releases.
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Aug 1, 2024
Aug 1, 2024
1hr 36 sec
The summer of lists has come to an end, and we're diving right back into a big marathon. It's actually the second part of a marathon from way back when called Always Be Watching Denzel – ABWD. We should make bracelets. This week, we go back to the early days of Denzel's career for a pairing with Mira Nair and Sarita Choudhury, Mississippi Masala. Does this rom-drama-dy hold up? We talk culture, outsiders, Denzel, and much, much more. Join us now!
TIMESTAMPS
00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis
08:19 - Quick Mississippi Masala Reviews
19:59 - Expanding the Syllabus
31:14 - Analysis
51:04 - Shelf or Trash
56:02 - Wrap Up and Next Week's Film

Jul 25, 2024
Jul 25, 2024
1hr 4 min
The season of the list is coming to an end. And it's only appropriate that we end with a list celebrating the genre that typically rules summer: the action movie! That's right, we're highlighting our favorite action packed spectacles just for you dear listener! Tune in now.
And don't forget, we want to hear your list! Hit us up on Instagram (@goodtrashmedia) or email us: goodtrashgenrecast@gmail.com!

Jul 18, 2024
Jul 18, 2024
47 min
Hit the lights and tilt the camera, we're continuing the Season of the List with our Top 5 Film Aesthetics. We're playing an abstract game this week as we discuss the elements that go into making some of our favorite film aesthetics—and the movies that best embody them. Sound convoluted? Maybe a bit, but you gotta keep things fresh. So, join us for our conversation, and let us know what your favorite aesthetics are by following on Instagram (@GoodTrashMedia) or emailing us: goodtrashgenrecast@gmail.com

Jul 15, 2024
Jul 15, 2024
58 min
Hello friends and fiends! The Garbage Chute has opened up and dropped a hot review of a hot new movie in your listening trash bin. Dalton and special guest Kirsten Therkelson put their investigative skills to the test to determine whether or not the hotly anticipated new Ozgood Perkins serial killer thriller is worth your time. Longlegs is one of Neon's biggest releases, and many film fans were excited to see the film being deemed a modern Silence of the Lambs has to offer. Well, Dalton and Kirsten are going to tell you. Join them now!

Jul 11, 2024
Jul 11, 2024
1hr 7 min
Hello movie fans! We've got a diabolical list for you this week as we take a look at our Top 10 Movie Villains. That's right, from misguided characters doing what they think is right to outright evil deeds, we've got the best of the best on our lists. What makes a good villain? How much crossover did we have? Tune in and find out! Let us know your favorite movie villains on Instagram (@GoodTrashMedia) or email us at goodtrashgenrecast@gmail.com.

Jul 4, 2024
Jul 4, 2024
1hr 10 min
Hello fiends and familiars! It is the return of the Season of the List! That's right, we're taking time to rest, recharge, and countdown a bunch of film-related topics. And this year, we're starting the Season of the List with our Top 10 International Films. We discussed long and hard the parameters for international films, but these are primarily produced internationally and primarily foreign language. It is a fun conversation to be having as international film is getting a bit more mainstream for a variety of reasons. Let us know your own lists by following us on Instagram (@GoodTrashMedia) or emailing us at goodtrashgenrecast@gmail.com.

Jun 27, 2024
Jun 27, 2024
54 min
Hello bikers and bikettes (?), we've got a juicy new show for you filled with artsy black and white audio recording and symbolism. It's Dalton's host pick week, and he picked us a doozy in Francis Ford Coppola's Rumble Fish. Shot in conjunction with The Outsiders, Rumble Fish is another pairing from S.E. Hinton and Coppola. We talk black and white photography, philosophy, teenage angst, and much more as we break open this Coppola B-Side. Join us now!
TIMESTAMPS
00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis
03:28 - Quick Rumble Fish Reviews
17:56 - Expanding the Syllabus
30:06 - Analysis
49:04 - Shelf or Trash
50:24 - Wrap Up and Next Week's Film

Jun 21, 2024
Jun 21, 2024
56 min
Hello everyone. We're in a motorcycle mindset this week, as Dalton and Arthur sit down to discuss the Jeff Nichols' first film in 8 years, The Bikeriders. As they prepare to discuss the film, they talk Nichols and his career. They then review the movie and offer their recommends on whether or not to go see it. Finally, they offer a bit of a summer movie preview as they discuss what has them excited in the coming months.
Join us now to hear our thoughts on The Bikeriders.

Jun 20, 2024
Jun 20, 2024
55 min
Hello fiends and familiars! We continue on this month with a bit of a thematic double feature following last week's Edward Scissorhands as we look at the 80s-set horror rom-com Lisa Frankenstein. Directed by Zelda Williams, this Romeo and Juliet-adjacent story (or maybe Bonnie and Clyde?) is a tonal romp, but does it come together? We discuss zombies, Frankensteins, and Pinocchios (Oh My), as well as parenting, suburbia, and much more. Tune in now!
TIMESTAMPS
00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis
03:50 - Quick Lisa Frankenstein Reviews
17:27 - Expanding the Syllabus
29:38 - Analysis
47:40 - Shelf or Trash
51:16 - Wrap Up and Next Week's Film

Jun 13, 2024
Jun 13, 2024
1hr 1 min
Hello fiends and familiars, we have a Patreon pick from someone near and dear to Dalton's heart. And this wonderful Patreon supporter has chosen Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands for us to take to the analysis table. We discuss Frankenstein and Pinocchio, suburban life, Tim Burton, and much, much more as we bring this beloved 90s classic to the show. Join us now to hear our thoughts!
TIMESTAMPS
00:30 - Introductions and Synopsis
05:35 - Quick Edward Scissorhands Reviews
18:03 - Expanding the Syllabus
35:45 - Analysis
55:51 - Shelf or Trash
57:21 - Wrap Up and Next Week's Film
