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  Earwolf, Paul Scheer & Amy Nicholson  

Listen up, film fans! Actor & comedian Paul Scheer and film critic Amy Nicholson want your advice as they make the ultimate list of the greatest movies of all time. In Season 1, they watched every one of the AFI’s Top 100 films...and decided they could kick off half. Now, they're filling in the gaps by investigating wildly diverse areas of film through miniseries on topics like horror movies, documentaries and romantic comedies, with help from listeners' picks. Along the way, they’ll dissect iconic scenes, spotlight their favorite characters, and talk to some of the actors and directors who worked on these classics. And when Unspooled has built their own list of the best movies on earth, they'll blast them into space to be immortalized for eternity. Seriously.

Listen up, film fans! Actor & comedian Paul Scheer and film critic Amy Nicholson want your advice as they make the ultimate list of the greatest movies of all time. In Season 1, they watched every one of the AFI’s Top 100 films...and decided they could kick off half. Now, they're filling in the gaps by investigating wildly diverse areas of film through miniseries on topics like horror movies, documentaries and romantic comedies, with help from listeners' picks. Along the way, they’ll dissect iconic scenes, spotlight their favorite characters, and talk to some of the actors and directors who worked on these classics. And when Unspooled has built their own list of the best movies on earth, they'll blast them into space to be immortalized for eternity. Seriously.

 

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#312

Imitation Of Life

Paul & Amy reflect on Douglas Sirk's piercing 1959 melodrama Imitation Of Life! They learn what made this epochal film a favorite of Steven Spielberg's, discuss what Sirk has to say about race in America, and ask what this slyly satirical blockbuster has in common with Starship Troopers. Plus: The murder that nearly overshadowed the film's release.   Next week, Paul and Amy are watching Saw! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at  [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

28 Sep 2023

1 HR 21 MINS

1:21:17

28 Sep 2023

#311

The Karate Kid

Amy & Paul high-kick into John G. Avildsen’s 1984 martial-arts megahit The Karate Kid! They learn about the movie’s semi-autobiographical origins, discuss the post-Karate careers of stars Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita, and ask whether this is even better than Avildsen’s older, more acclaimed fight-centric film. Plus: is that supposed to be The Beach Boys?   Next week. Paul and Amy are watching Imitation Of Life! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at  [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

21 Sep 2023

1 HR 24 MINS

1:24:19

21 Sep 2023

#310

Bullitt

Paul & Amy rev up for 1968’s sleek Steve McQueen thriller Bullitt! They break down the film’s all-timer car chase, learn how McQueen brought a counter-cultural energy to the cop archetype, and ask if any modern actor has McQueen’s energy. Plus: The real San Francisco officer that inspired Bullitt.   Next week. Paul and Amy are watching The Karate Kid! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at  [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

14 Sep 2023

1 HR 24 MINS

1:24:52

14 Sep 2023

#309

American Psycho

Paul & Amy dissect Mary Harron’s murderous corporate-world satire American Psycho! They learn how star Christian Bale almost lost the role to Leonardo DiCaprio, ask if all the events in the film are ‘really happening,’ and unpack American Psycho’s infamous reputation before it was even released. Plus: the not-so-secret inspiration for Patrick Bateman.    Next week. Paul and Amy are watching Bullitt! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at  [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

07 Sep 2023

1 HR 25 MINS

1:25:07

07 Sep 2023

#308

Ranking the Mission: Impossible Films (with Light The Fuse)

Amy & Paul accept a mission from Drew Taylor and Charles Hood (hosts of the Light The Fuse podcast) to rate each of the Mission: Impossible films, and decide whether any of them deserve to go to space! They’ll discuss the many eras of Ethan Hunt, how Brian De Palma set the template for what an auteur-driven franchise film could do, whether the latest entry nailed its climactic set piece, and Tom Cruise’s famous cake.   Next week. Paul and Amy are watching American Psycho! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at  [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

31 Aug 2023

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:52

31 Aug 2023

#307

Legally Blonde

Amy & Paul overrule all objections to 2001's law school comedy Legally Blonde! They compare the film to the recent ultra-femme smash hit Barbie, discuss how Reese Witherspoon discovered her star power, and wonder why the sequel fell so flat. Plus: some shocking facts about blondes.   Next week. Paul and Amy talk Mission: Impossible with the hosts of Light The Fuse! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

24 Aug 2023

1 HR 23 MINS

1:23:08

24 Aug 2023

#306

Barbie & Oppenheimer (with Jamie Loftus)

Amy and guest host Jamie Loftus (“Raw Dog,” The Bechdel Cast) detonate this summer’s hot pink double feature phenomenon, Barbenheimer! Starting with Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, they discuss what made them cry, what made them cringe, and what sent them down a rabbit hole about pregnant Midge. Then, they jump to Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, talking about everything from Nolan’s uranium-dense storytelling to star Cillian Murphy’s snatched waist.    Next week. Paul returns to watch Legally Blonde with Amy! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Come see There Will Be Blood with Paul & Amy at LA's Aero Theater on August 28th! Learn more about the show at [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

17 Aug 2023

1 HR 09 MINS

1:09:32

17 Aug 2023

#305

Pee-wee's Big Adventure

Amy & Paul remember the Alamo for 1985's magnificently silly Paul Reubens showcase Pee-wee's Big Adventure! They go deep on the conception and evolution of the Pee-wee Herman character, look back on the fallout from Reubens' public scandals, and dig into Pee-wee's self-conception as a loner and a rebel. Plus: How Reubens connected with a young Tim Burton and Danny Elfman.   Next week, Amy and a special guest are tackling Barbie and Oppenheimer! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Come see There Will Be Blood with Paul & Amy at LA's Aero Theater on August 28th! Learn more about the show at [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

10 Aug 2023

1 HR 35 MINS

1:35:28

10 Aug 2023

#304

The Listener's Choice Winner Revealed

Paul & Amy hear from the Unspooled listeners as they decide which film from Listener's Choice month will join the API list - Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Hot Fuzz, There Will Be Blood or Children Of Men? They'll also ask how important 'rewatchability' is, talk about theater experiences that leave moviegoers shaken, and try to sort out, once and for all, which is the best Paul Thomas Anderson movie.   Next week, Paul & Amy are watching Pee-wee's Big Adventure! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Come see There Will Be Blood with Paul & Amy at LA's Aero Theater on August 28th! Learn more about the show at [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

03 Aug 2023

50 MINS

50:13

03 Aug 2023

#303

Children Of Men

Amy & Paul get suave for 2006’s Alfonso Cuarón dystopia Children Of Men! They praise the very human performances, learn whether ringing in the ears really means your ear cells are dying, and discuss why the film’s mind-melting long takes are more than just a flashy technique. Plus: Remember Clive Owen’s BMW ads?   Next week, we’re wrapping up Listener’s Choice month by hearing from the listeners! Send us your vote for our bracket at [tinyurl.com/unspooledvote] (https://tinyurl.com/unspooledvote) , or leave us a voicemail making your case at 424-419-5745. You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

27 Jul 2023

1 HR 17 MINS

1:17:39

27 Jul 2023

#302

There Will Be Blood

Paul & Amy drill into Paul Thomas Anderson's 2007 lonely capitalist epic There Will Be Blood! They learn the real origins of the 'milkshake' line, marvel at Jonny Greenwood's alien score, and ask whether Daniel Day-Lewis' colossal performance as Daniel Plainview unbalances the rest of the film. Plus: what's DDL's favorite reality TV show?   Next week, our Listener's Choice anniversary month continues with Children Of Men! Send us your vote for our bracket at [tinyurl.com/unspooledvote] (https://tinyurl.com/unspooledvote) , or leave us a voicemail making your case at 424-419-5745. You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

20 Jul 2023

1 HR 32 MINS

1:32:31

20 Jul 2023

#301

Hot Fuzz

Amy & Paul pursue the greater good and watch Edgar Wright’s 2007 cop action homage Hot Fuzz! They marvel at the stacked cast of British character actors, learn how Simon Pegg & Nick Frost became friends, and realize the film’s real hero is the editor. Plus: When the real cops have to catch a swan.   Next week, our Listener's Choice anniversary month continues with There Will Be Blood! Send us your vote for our bracket at [tinyurl.com/unspooledvote] (https://tinyurl.com/unspooledvote) , or leave us a voicemail making your case at 424-419-5745. You can join the conversation for this series on Paul’s Discord at [https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6] (https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6) . Learn more about the show at [unspooledpod.com] (https://www.unspooledpodcast.com/) , follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. ... Read more

13 Jul 2023

1 HR 21 MINS

1:21:51

13 Jul 2023