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Welcome to the Relaunch!

Erik — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:39:38 +0000

Welcome back!

Welcome to the official relaunch of the RandomChatter Podcast Network!

Over the next few weeks, we'll be launching several new shows! Here's what we've got coming up:

RandomChatter — We're bringing back the flagship show! Erik, Lou, and Nathan will be talking about whatever interesting things they've come across each week in the realms of movies, television, music, websites, gadgets, and more.
TechChatter — Catch Brian, Brad, Dan, and Jeff P. each week as they bring you their take on the latest in tech news!
AppChatter — Join Lou, Erik, and Jeff L. each week as they discuss the latest iOS news and recommend their app picks for the iPhone and iPad.
MovieChatter — Andrew and Morgan keep bringing you reviews of the latest in both mainstream and independent film. But wait... there's more! Stay tuned for Andrew's launch of a new movie & television podcast network, coming this fall!
The Continuum — Nick brings his Minecraft podcast to the network! Join him as he, Brian, and T.J. talk about the game and the latest activity on the server. And if you haven't checked out the Continuum Minecraft server, what are you waiting for?
Trailer Trash Talk — Joe returns to the RandomChatter network! He and Erik take a look at new movie trailers and decide whether the trailers make a compelling argument to see the films.
The Pause Button — Seeing new movie releases each weekend gets expensive. That's why Lou, Erik, and Nathan are bringing you great ideas for rentals or streaming! Much like a book club, they'll give you a new movie recommendation each week. Then, in the following show, they'll discuss why they picked the film, what makes it good, and how it compares to other similar movies. Their goal is to make sure you always have something to watch!
(yet-to-be-named) — Our listeners have been asking us to cover more television for years now, and we've finally caved! In a few weeks, we'll be launching a new podcast targeting sci-fi television! More details will be coming soon, so keep checking back!

Keep checking back as we roll out these new releases!

MC #164: Bridesmaids

Andrew — Thu, 26 May 2011 04:08:35 +0000

Are women funny? In this episode, Andrew and Morgan take a look at the new film produced by Judd Apatow, Bridesmaids. It's an R-rated comedy centered around women and female friendships, but is it possible to make a decent "chick flick" with raunchy "male"-oriented humor? Also contains QuickChatter reviews, DVD Recommendations, and a bonus iPhone/Android app discussion on the depiction of women in comedies.

Click below the break for trailers and detailed show notes.

MC #164: Bridesmaids

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NOTE: This episode unfortunately contains a bonus iPhone/Android app discussion on the franchise-building technique of Marvel. Join us LIVE next Sunday, May 29 at 9:00pm EST for our discussion of The Hangover II! And don't forget to tune in to continuing coverage from the 2011 SXSW and Full Frame film festivals! Please send all feedback to podcast@randomchatter.com. Thanks for listening!

SHOW NOTES:

Miscellaneous:

Check out our good friends at The Film Talk for more quality film discussion!
In this episode, Andrew claims The Naked Gun came out in 1998. He is stupid and meant to say 1988.

Announcements:

2:19 - Network changes; give us your input!

QuickChatter:

3:50 - Angel, Season 1 (Morgan)
7:34 - Trembling Before G-d (Morgan)
12:00 - Lifeforce (Morgan)
14:20 - The Naked Gun (Andrew)
19:03 - Everything Must Go (Andrew)

Discussion - Bridesmaids (spoiler-free):

25:27 - Intro and clip
27:46 - Morgan's score and general thoughts
33:22 - Andrew's score and general thoughts

Discussion - Bridesmaids (spoilers):

37:32 – The food poisoning scene
43:45 – Handling the drama and relationships; finding a balance

DVD Recommendations:

54:10 – Intro
54:24 – Andrew's Pick: Brotherhood
57:15 - Morgan's Pick: The Middleman

Bonus iPhone/Android App Content:

0:00 - The depiction of women in comedies and Judd Apatow films

TRAILERS:

MC #158: Super

Andrew — Wed, 04 May 2011 07:52:59 +0000

Shut up, crime! In this episode, Andrew and Morgan dive deep into the twisted philosophy of James Gunn's new superhero dark comedy Super. Can violence ever be redemptive? What constitutes appropriate justice? And how does Ellen Page manage to be so cute and creepy at the same time? Also contains QuickChatter reviews and DVD Recommendations, including quick thoughts on Scream 4 and Hobo With A Shotgun.

Click below the break for trailers and detailed show notes.

MC #158: Super

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NOTE: This episode unfortunately contains no bonus content. Join us LIVE next Sunday, May 8 at 9:00pm EST for our discussion of Thor! And don't forget to tune in to continuing coverage from the 2011 SXSW and Full Frame film festivals! Please send all feedback to podcast@randomchatter.com. Thanks for listening!

SHOW NOTES:

Miscellaneous:

Rent Hobo With A Shotgun on iTunes.

Announcements:

2:19 - Network changes; give us your input!

QuickChatter:

7:20 - Cat People (Morgan)
11:23 - The Verdict (Morgan)
15:51 - Scream 4 (Andrew)

Discussion - Super (spoiler-free):

56:05 - Intro and clip
23:37 - Morgan's score and general thoughts
30:42 - Andrew's score and general thoughts

Discussion - Super (spoilers):

35:14 – The religious satire
38:00 – The turning point moment of violence
42:50 - The evolution of Ellen Page's character
43:39 - The final scene of the film; does it support the myth of redemptive violence or not?
49:24 - Rainn Wilson and the subtext related to media mimicry; back to the idea of redemptive violence

DVD Recommendations:

56:05 – Intro
56:17 – Morgan's Pick: Profit, TV Series
1:00:28 - Andrew's Pick: Hobo With A Shotgun

TRAILERS:

MC #156: SXSW 2011 – Little Deaths w/ Sean Hogan and Simon Rumley

Andrew — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 05:41:06 +0000

In this special SXSW episode, Andrew talks to Sean Hogan and Simon Rumley, two filmmakers who contributed to the new horror anthology film Little Deaths. Each segment in the film deals with the complex relationship between sex and death. They briefly discuss what it's like collaborating on an anthology project, what attracts them to the horror genre, and how they handle some of the genre's most controversial aspects.

Click below the break for trailers and detailed show notes.

MC #156: SXSW 2011 - Little Deaths w/ Sean Hogan and Simon Rumley

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NOTE: This episode is not a regularly-formatted episode of the show and contains no bonus discussion for iPhone users. Join us LIVE on Sundays at 9:00pm EST for regularly-formatted episodes! And don't forget to check out more of Andrew and Sean's coverage from the SXSW film festival! Please send all feedback to podcast@randomchatter.com. Thanks for listening!

SHOW NOTES:

Interview w/ Sean Hogan and Simon Rumley:

2:41 - What attracted you to the horror genre?
4:18 - What was the collaboration like on this project? Did you work together or fairly independently?
5:22 - Did you develop the theme of sex and death together from the very beginning?
6:14 - How do you handle themes of power and sexuality without coming across as sexist in a genre widely criticized as being misogynistic?
8:08 - You each portray violence very differently. How did you approach the question of how graphic to make your segments?
10:08 - Simon, music plays a key role in the climactic scene of your film. Why did you choose to go that route?
11:39 - What's next for both of you?

CLIPS:

MC #153: SXSW 2011 – Ceremony w/ Max Winkler and Michael Angarano

Andrew — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 03:19:42 +0000

In this special episode, Andrew interviews Max Winkler and Michael Angarano, the director and star of the new film Ceremony, which is currently playing in limited release and available to rent through iTunes. Tune in as they talk about subverting the romantic comedy genre and whether or not love truly can conquer all.

Click below the break for a trailer, detailed show notes, and info on how you can watch the film now!

MC #153: SXSW 2011 - Ceremony w/ Max Winkler and Michael Angarano

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SHOW NOTES:

CEREMONY:

Check out the official site for Ceremony.
Rent the film on iTunes now!

Interview w/ Max Winkler and Michael Angarano:

3:20 - Intro
3:20 - Your film doesn't rely on a high-concept gimmick like many romantic comedies.
6:12 - What were some of your casting battles?
7:45 - There's no real "good guy" or "bad guy." Michael, how did you draw on that moral gray and were you concerned about being too unlikeable?
10:40 - Your film subverts a lot of the common character tropes, such as the "a-hole boyfriend."
11:50 - Hollywood likes to promote the idea that if two people love each other, that's enough. However, that's not true in real life. Have you experienced that in real life?
12:45 - Michael, you've said shooting the film was a cathartic experience for you. How was it cathartic?
17:15 - Can love conquer all?

CLIPS:

MC #151: SXSW 2011 – Advance Thoughts on The Beaver

Andrew — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 22:00:34 +0000

The Beaver doesn't open in wide release until May 6, but Andrew and Sean are ready to go with some spoiler-free thoughts on the film and whether or not you should see it. Directed by Jodie Foster, the film stars Mel Gibson as a depressed, angry man who suddenly starts communicating through a beaver hand puppet. And no, it's not a documentary. Is this the film that could save Mel Gibson's career? Tune in to find out.

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MC #151: SXSW 2011 - Advance Thoughts on The Beaver

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NOTE: This episode is not a regularly-formatted episode of the show and contains no bonus discussion for iPhone users. Join us LIVE on Sunday, April 10 at 9:00pm EST when we'll be discussing Win Win and more! And don't forget to check out more of Andrew and Sean's coverage from the SXSW film festival! Please send all feedback to podcast@randomchatter.com. Thanks for listening!

SHOW NOTES:

Miscellaneous:

The Beaver opens in theaters on May 6.
We have an iPhone (and Android) app! Download it here.
Find Sean Hunter's writing at GordonAndTheWhale.
Follow Sean on Twitter here.

Spoiler-free Thoughts on The Beaver:

1:20 - Intro
1:55 - Sean's score and general thoughts
4:40 - Andrew's score and general thoughts
9:16 - Will this film help people forgive Mel Gibson?

TRAILERS:

MC #150: Source Code w/ guest Marvin Belle

Andrew — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 02:30:33 +0000

In this episode, Andrew is joined by the wonderful Marvin Belle from Directors Notes to discuss the twists and turns of Source Code, the new film from Duncan Jones. As usual, there's sure to be some disagreements. Is this time travel whodunit a must-see, or is it a step down for Jones? Tune in to find out.

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MC #150: Source Code w/ guest Marvin Belle

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SHOW NOTES:

Miscellaneous:

Check out Marvin's site Directors Notes.
Follow Marvin on Twitter.
Read Andrew's review of Source Code.
Rent Rubber on iTunes.

Announcements:

2:57 - iPhone app and RSS issues

QuickChatter:

4:33 - Essential Killing (Marvin)
8:30 - Rubber (Andrew)

Discussion - Source Code (spoiler-free):

11:47 - Intro and clip
13:52 - Marvin's score and general thoughts

Discussion - Source Code (spoilers):

18:55 – The execution of the premise
23:04 - The ending(s)
27:18 - The protagonist's confusion; the subtext related to the war on terror
30:00 - The implications of the ending, and whether or not our protagonist screws himself over
34:08 - Figuring out who bombed the train
36:04 - Limited to 8 minutes or not?
37:52 - Jeffrey Wright's weird performance

TRAILERS:

MC #149: SXSW 2011 – Being Elmo: A Puppeteer’s Journey

Andrew — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:18:33 +0000

In this episode, Andrew and Sean discuss the new documentary Being Elmo, which chronicles the life of puppeteer Kevin Clash, the man behind Sesame Street's Elmo. Is this film the cinematic equivalent of a hug or is it closer to having somebody stick their hand up your butt? Tune in to find out.

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MC #149: SXSW 2011 - Being Elmo

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SHOW NOTES:

Miscellaneous:

Check out the website for Being Elmo here.
See if Being Elmo is screening at a place near you here.
We have an iPhone (and Android) app! Download it here.
Find Sean Hunter's writing at GordonAndTheWhale.
Follow Sean on Twitter here.

Spoiler-free Thoughts on Being Elmo:

0:00 - Intro and clip
1:46 - Sean's score and general thoughts
3:43 - Andrew's score and general thoughts, followed by further discussion

TRAILERS:

MC #148: SXSW 2011 – 13 Assassins

Andrew — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 06:30:51 +0000

Andrew and Sean continue their coverage of SXSW 2011 by giving some quick, spoiler-free thoughts on 13 Assassins, the new film by acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Takashi Miike that is about to receive a limited theatrical run and which is already available to view through services like iTunes and VOD. Is this bloody tale of a samurai uprising an action masterpiece, or just recycled period piece fluff? Tune in to find out.

Click below the break for trailers, detailed show notes, and info on how you can watch the film now!

MC #148: SXSW 2011 - 13 Assassins

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SHOW NOTES:

Miscellaneous:

13 Assassins is available on VOD services, and you can rent it on iTunes here!
13 Assassins receives a limited theatrical release on April 29, 2011.
We have an iPhone (and Android) app! Download it here.
Find Sean Hunter's writing at GordonAndTheWhale.
Follow Sean on Twitter here.

Spoiler-free Thoughts on 13 Assassins:

0:00 - Intro
2:09 - Sean's score and general thoughts
4:29 - Andrew's score and general thoughts, followed by further discussion

TRAILERS:

MC #146: SXSW 2011 – Insidious

Andrew — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:26:14 +0000

Head towards the light... in this episode, Andrew and Sean discuss Insidious, the new horror film from Saw director James Wan that opens in wide release this Friday. Includes both spoiler-free and spoilerific segments.

Click below the break for detailed show notes, including a trailer.

MC #146: SXSW 2011 - Insidious

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NOTE: This episode is not a regularly-formatted episode of the show and contains no bonus discussion for iPhone users. Join us LIVE on Sunday, April 3 at 9:00pm EST when we'll be discussing Source Code and more! And don't forget to check out more of Andrew and Sean's coverage from the SXSW film festival! Please send all feedback to podcast@randomchatter.com. Thanks for listening!

SHOW NOTES:

Miscellaneous:

We have an iPhone (and Android) app! Download it here.
Find Sean Hunter's writing at GordonAndTheWhale.
Follow Sean on Twitter here.
Insidious hits theaters in wide release on April 1.

Discussion - Insidious (spoiler-free):

1:10 - Intro and clip
2:44 - Sean's score and general thoughts
5:08 - Andrew's score and general thoughts

Discussion - Insidious (spoilers):

9:33 - The third act and whether or not it works
13:53 - The villain - too campy?
18:30 - The last 5 minutes of the film, and whether or not a sequel would work
26:55 - What a sequel might look like
29:45 - Why are old people and children so creepy?

TRAILERS: