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  Paul Scheer & Amy Nicholson | Realm  

Each week actor & comedian Paul Scheer (Black Monday, The League) and film critic Amy Nicholson (LA Times Chief Film Critic ) watch and discuss the best movies out there. From the classics to new releases and every indie film in-between. Along the way, they’ll dissect iconic scenes, spotlight their favorite characters, and decide if these movies still stand the test of time.

Each week actor & comedian Paul Scheer (Black Monday, The League) and film critic Amy Nicholson (LA Times Chief Film Critic ) watch and discuss the best movies out there. From the classics to new releases and every indie film in-between. Along the way, they’ll dissect iconic scenes, spotlight their favorite characters, and decide if these movies still stand the test of time.

 

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#379

Interstellar

Paul & Amy are holding space this week for 2014 fan favorite Christopher Nolan film, Interstellar! They discuss the films parallels with Nolan’s family life, the “real” science used to create stunning visual effects, and Hans Zimmer’s very stressful score. Plus: they get into the films big Matt Damon shaped twist. You can rent Interstellar on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy! You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/  https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/ Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack https://substack.com/@paulscheer Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: https://www.unspooledart.com/ Learn more about the show at Unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

16 Jan 2025

1 HR 14 MINS

1:14:47

16 Jan 2025

#378

Die Hard (Re-Release)

Paul & Amy walk across broken glass for 1988’s definitive Bruce Willis action film Die Hard! They ask whether Hans Gruber is the true protagonist of the film, learn why Frank Sinatra was originally considered to play John McClane, and explore why this film succeeds where legions of imitators have failed. Plus: we settle the “Christmas movie” debate once and for all.   You can rent Die Hard on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

02 Jan 2025

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:40

02 Jan 2025

#377

Home Alone (Re-Release)

Amy & Paul break into 1990’s abandoned child comedy phenomenon Home Alone! They praise John Candy as the film’s MVP, learn why Joe Pesci was tougher to wrangle on set than any of the child actors, and debate whether Kevin McCallister is a sociopath.   You can rent Home Alone on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6)   Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/)   Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer)   Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

26 Dec 2024

1 HR 43 MINS

1:43:59

26 Dec 2024

#376

Eyes Wide Shut

This week Paul & Amy break down Stanley Kubrick’s 1999 erotic thriller Eyes Wide Shut. They talk about the arduous shooting schedule, the real life impact on Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman’s marriage, and more.   You can rent Eyes Wide Shut on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy! You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (http://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

19 Dec 2024

1 HR 17 MINS

1:17:29

19 Dec 2024

#375

Magnolia

This week Paul & Amy break down Paul Thomas Anderson’s 1999 drama Magnolia. They talk about the sprawling narrative, giving PTA final cut, Tom Cruise’s performance and more. Next week Paul & Amy will break down the 1999 Stanley Kubrick thriller Eyes Wide Shut. You can rent Magnolia on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy! You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

12 Dec 2024

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:00

12 Dec 2024

#374

The Big Lebowski

This week Paul & Amy break down the 1998 crime comedy film The Big Lebowski! They talk about the film’s lasting legacy as one of the Coen brothers' best and most beloved movies, Jeff Bridges embodying The Dude, and so much more. Next week Paul & Amy will break down the 1999 Paul Thomas Anderson directed Magnolia. You can rent The Big Lebowski on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy! You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (http://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Dec 2024

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:24

05 Dec 2024

#373

The Wizard of Oz (Re-Release)

(Originally released on May 30th, 2018) Close your eyes, tap your heels together three times, and join Paul & Amy as they discuss 1939’s The Wizard Of Oz! Discover what makes the land of Oz so satisfyingly tactile, how the Tin Man and Cowardly Lion tormented each other on set, and whether this is the most influential film of all time. Plus: Paul & Amy talk to Walter Krueger, who owns one of the world’s biggest collections of Oz memorabilia.   Next week the pod will really tie the room together as we cover the 1998 crime comedy classic The Big Lebowski!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6)   Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/)   Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer)   Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (http://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

28 Nov 2024

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:23

28 Nov 2024

#372

Gladiator

This week Paul & Amy break down the 2000 action/adventure blockbuster Gladiator starring Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen & Richard Harris. They talk about reviving the sword & sandals genre, the ever evolving script, how relevant it is to today and more.   You can rent Gladiator on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6)   Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/)   Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer)   Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

21 Nov 2024

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:33

21 Nov 2024

#371

Heathers

This week Paul & Amy break down the  1989 dark comedy classic Heathers starring Winona Ryder, Christian Slater and Shannen Doherty. They talk about how it subverts the high school comedy genre, how relevant it is today and more.    Next week you WILL be entertained as we cover Gladiator! You can rent Heathers on all platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6)   Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/)   Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer)   Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Nov 2024

1 HR 13 MINS

1:13:46

14 Nov 2024

#370

RE: Election

This week Paul & Amy are re-releasing their episode on the Alexander Payne film, Election. They praise director Alexander Payne’s brilliant eye for humanist detail, discuss how Matthew Broderick channels his Ferris Bueller image to subversive ends, and posit that America has only become more like high school since the movie’s release. Plus: How Election almost derailed Reese Witherspoon’s career. They'll be back with an all new episode next week about Heathers!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (http://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

07 Nov 2024

1 HR 23 MINS

1:23:20

07 Nov 2024

#369

Seven

This week Paul & Amy break down the 1995 David Fincher crime thriller Seven starring Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow. They talk about how this movie reinvented the cop movie, how there were 12 drafts of the script, Brad and David's allergy to "the cheese" and more.   You can rent Seven on your streaming service of choice but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy! You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (http://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

31 Oct 2024

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:59

31 Oct 2024

#368

2024 Horror Movie Roundup

Paul and Amy are back and discuss all the big horror movies of 2024! They're talking The Substance, Smile 2, Longlegs, Speak No Evil and What's Inside. Plus Alison Foreman tries to sell Paul and Amy on Art the clown of the Terrifier franchise!    You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

24 Oct 2024

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:00

24 Oct 2024

#367

Pulp Fiction: 30th Anniversary

For the 30th Anniversary of Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction, we're re-releasing our episode discussing it back from 2019! Paul and Amy boogie through 1994’s Quentin Tarantino indie breakout Pulp Fiction! They revisit the moment Pulp Fiction won at Cannes, ask what this film did right that so many imitators did wrong, and try to figure out what’s in the briefcase. Next week: We're back with an all new episode discussing this year in horror!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6)   Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/)   Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer)   Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Oct 2024

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:13

17 Oct 2024

#366

Folie á Deux: Taxi Driver & Joker

This week Amy is out, and Paul is on his own and briefly breaking down the new Joker: Folie à Deux release and its poor reviews and we see if Paul has changed his opinion on Joker. Then we revisit Paul and Amy’s discussion about Paul Schrader's 'man in the room' film Taxi Driver and the 2019 Joker release.    You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/) Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Oct 2024

49 MINS

49:00

10 Oct 2024

#365

The Jerk

This week Paul and Amy are catching the rhythm as they break down Carl Reiner's slapstick comedy The Jerk, starring Steve Martin. Paul and Amy praise Steve Martin and his style of comedy for always punching up, his physical commitment, and how he looks out for others through his comedies. They discuss Martin's favorite joke in the film, the special trailer sent to theater managers, and how Carl Reiner showed us Steve's heart. Plus, we can thank The Jerk for pizza in a cup. You can rent The Jerk on your platform of choice, but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/) Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Oct 2024

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:15

03 Oct 2024

#364

Office Space

This week Paul and Amy are breaking out their staplers and adding cover letters to their TPS reports. That’s right, they’re breaking down the 1999 dark comedy Office Space, starring Ron Livingston and Jennifer Aniston. Paul and Amy discuss the similarities between Office Space and The Matrix, the origins of Milton, and Amy's Lumbergh Sex Theory. Next week we'll be discussing The Jerk. You can rent Office Space on your platform of choice or stream it on on Hulu but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

26 Sep 2024

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:34

26 Sep 2024

#363

Batman Returns

This week Paul & Amy break down the 1992 Tim Burton sequel Batman Returns. They talk about how THIS is the Batman movie Tim Burton originally wanted to make, how Danny Devito came up with having black bile, how this movie predicts modern day political figures and more. Next week...Office Space. You can rent or stream Batman Returns on several streaming services but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy! You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

19 Sep 2024

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:57

19 Sep 2024

#362

Beetlejuice

This week Paul & Amy break down the 1988 dark fantasy comedy horror film Beetlejuice starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis and Katherine O'Hara. They talk about what a swing it is for Tim Burton's second film, who he originally wanted to play Beetlejuice, how the film depicts death and so much more. Next week...Batman Returns! Beetlejuice is available to rent or stream on multiple platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy!   You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/) Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

12 Sep 2024

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:44

12 Sep 2024

#361

Shaun of the Dead

This week Paul & Amy break down the 2004 zom-rom-com Shaun of the Dead directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost just in time for it's 20th anniversary theatrical re-release. They discuss how it pays homage to zombie films that came before it, how it introduced British comedy to a wider audience, and so much more.   Next week...Beetlejuice! Shaun of the Dead is available to rent or stream on multiple platforms but don't forget to check your local library or apps like Hoopla and Kanopy! You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at [ https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! [https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/] (https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/)   [https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/] (https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/) Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer) Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack [https://substack.com/@paulscheer] (https://substack.com/@paulscheer) Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: [ https://www.unspooledart.com/] (https://www.unspooledart.com/)   Learn more about the show at [Unspooledpod.com] (https://unspooledpod.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [megaphone.fm/adchoices] (https://megaphone.fm/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Sep 2024

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:09

05 Sep 2024