Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Final Cut
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| The Invite | 28 Jul 2026 | 01:21:40 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar delve into The Invite, a surprise contender for their favorite movie of the year. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||
| Supergirl | 13 Jul 2026 | 01:14:17 | |
In this episode of Final Cut, Chase Wassenar shares his on The Death of Robin Hood before he and host Walter Fedczuk delve into the disappointing second entry in the new DCU, Supergirl. | |||
| Crime 101 | 09 Mar 2026 | 01:18:18 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Chase Wassenar shares his thoughts on the Umamusume movie and Walter Fedczuk delves into Eternity before the two set their sights on this week's film, Crime 101. Together, they discuss the film's questionable casting choices, whether any of these characters are good at what they do, and how bad writing can submarine an otherwise talented cast. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Bullet Train | 22 Aug 2022 | 00:57:29 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar turn their attention to Bullet Train, an action film about fate and a particularly unlucky assassin. Together, they discuss the cast of colorful characters, the pros and cons of the film's stylistic choices, and a final sequence that makes for one hell of a ride. | |||
| Toy Story 3 & Toy Story 4 | 08 Aug 2022 | 01:00:02 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar discuss the last two Toy Story films: the one Walter mentioned on the last Final Cut episode and the one he actually wanted to talk about. Together, they discuss the thematic differences between the two films, why Toy Story 3 is untouchable in Chase's mind, and how much Toy Story 4 ultimately added to the series. | |||
| The Last Duel | 25 Jul 2022 | 01:12:38 | |
Content Warning: Sexual Assault In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar turn their attention to The Last Duel, a movie based on a true story but not the actual last duel. Together, they discuss the pros and cons of the film's structure, the strong performances from the cast, and the complicated way in which the film wrestles with the realities of sexual assault. | |||
| Spider-Man: No Way Home | 11 Jul 2022 | 01:07:17 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk finally wears co-host Chase Wassenar down so they can turn their eyes to a critically acclaimed film beloved by MCU fans: Spider-Man: No Way Home. Together, they discuss a disjointed opening act, the incredible character performances from the returning members of the older films, and whether a bumpy journey was worth it to reach their ultimate destination. | |||
| The Green Knight | 20 Jun 2022 | 00:59:10 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar travel back to 2021 to review a film that had previously caught their attention: The Green Knight. Together, they discuss the many differences between this version and the original Arthurian Legend, the striking cinematography, and one of the worst endings of any film they've reviewed for the podcast. Strap in, folks. | |||
| The Batman | 06 Jun 2022 | 01:01:37 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a look at The Batman, the latest DC superhero film that's not part of the DC cinematic universe. Together, they discuss whether the film is quite as gritty as people claimed online, Robert Pattinson's take on Batman as a character, and how the final act of the film undermines everything the film was working toward. | |||
| Drive My Car | 23 May 2022 | 00:55:48 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar wrap up their look at 2022 Oscar nominated films with Drive My Car. Together, they discuss their history with foreign films, the strong performances from the overall cast, how Drive My Car takes advantage of the play within the musical, and their opposing reactions to the movie's ending. | |||
| Spencer | 09 May 2022 | 00:52:55 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar continue their journey through Oscar-nominated films with Spencer. Together, they discuss Kristen Stewart's incredible performance, a very cold supporting cast, and an incredibly blunt metaphor | |||
| Everything, Everywhere, All at Once | 25 Apr 2022 | 01:14:20 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar look at Everything, Everywhere, All at Once, an ambitious film that lives up to its title in capturing the overwhelming nature of our current systems and manages to find hope amidst its nihlistic themes. Together, they discuss the movie's core philosophy, the script's creativity at turning throwaway jokes into much bigger set pieces, and how it reflects the current moment better than almost any movie in recent memory. We've got an early favorite for RD's 2022 Best Picture, folks. | |||
| The Eyes of Tammy Faye | 11 Apr 2022 | 00:57:30 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar turn their eyes to the Bakker family with a deep dive into The Eyes of Tammy Faye. Together, they discuss Jessica Chastain's Oscar-winning performance, uneven performances from the rest of the cast, and the script's refusal to wrestle with Tammy's complicity in the events that led to the Bakker family's downfall. | |||
| Shelter Ft. Ft. Gabriella Shlyakh | 23 Feb 2026 | 01:40:50 | |
On today's special episode of Final Cut, special guest Gabby gives Walter and Chase a quick rundown of the F1 preseason before they move onto this week's film, Shelter. Together, they discuss how well the Jason Statham formula still holds at this point in his career and whether the film does enough to stand out from other action offerings. We've got a classic Chase crash out at the end, folks. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. Follow Gabriella Shlyakh on Instagram, subscribe to her Patreon, and check out her latest audiobook series The Moth of Glen Mailey! | |||
| Nightmare Alley | 28 Mar 2022 | 01:03:42 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar sit down to talk about Nightmare Alley, a film that earned a lot of praise from critics but struggled at the box office. Together, they discuss Guillermo del Toro's signature style, Cate Blanchett's scene-stealing performance, and some Oscars predictions that aged pretty okay, all things considered. | |||
| Arcane with Piratechnics and Magical | 14 Mar 2022 | 01:11:03 | |
In today's very special episode of the Final Cut Podcast, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar team up with Devin "Piratechnics" Younge and Alex "Magical" Whieldon to discuss Arcane, the League of Legends-based animated series that won nine different awards at this weekend's Annie Awards. Together, they discuss Riot's historic approach to worldbuilding, their favorite moments from the series, and what they want to see from future projects in the LoL universe. | |||
| Encanto | 28 Feb 2022 | 00:56:21 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar head into the magical realm of Disney's Encanto. Together, they discuss the movie's well executed depiction of Colombian culture, how Encanto nails difficult family dynamics, and some mixed opinions on the movie's soundtrack before turning their eyes towards the future of Disney's animated films. | |||
| Matrix Resurrections | 14 Feb 2022 | 01:06:53 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a look at Lana Wachowski's Matrix Resurrection, a sequel they never saw coming. Together, they discuss Wachowski's willingness to put her feelings on the film and its development at the forefront of the movie itself, the movie's difficult stance on psychiatry, and whether they'd be interested in a sequel given the film's open ending. | |||
| The Suicide Squad | 31 Jan 2022 | 01:09:31 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar discuss James Gunn's signature style, fall in love with Ratcatcher and share their thoughts on the future of the DCEU. | |||
| Power of the Dog | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:57:31 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar sit down to discuss Power of the Dog, a film that has a strong shot at winning Best Picture at the Oscars this year. Together, they discuss the incredible acting performances throughout the cast, the movie's strong attention to detail, and uncover an important plot point that may or may not have been hiding in plain sight. | |||
| The Harder They Fall | 04 Jan 2022 | 01:03:25 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a look at Netflix's The Harder They Fall, a fun Western with a talented ensemble and a bit of unrealized potential. Together, the two discuss the movie's incredible cast, outstanding soundtrack, and a plot that could have benefitted from a couple touch ups. | |||
| House of Gucci | 21 Dec 2021 | 00:59:04 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a look at House of Gucci, a movie featuring a star-studded cast that mostly hits the mark. Together, they discuss Lady Gaga's iconic performance, Jared Leto's incredibly messy performance, and whether the movie's tone does its subject matter a disservice. | |||
| Eternals | 06 Dec 2021 | 01:09:59 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a long look at Eternals, the latest (and one of the longest) entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Together, they discuss the twist everyone saw coming, the 'hero' that controls minds, the long term impact of the movie's events and the magic trick Marvel pulls with every post-credits scene. | |||
| Dune (Part One) | 23 Nov 2021 | 01:10:31 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar break down their immense frustration with a 2.5 hour film that still only manages to be half a film. Together, they discuss narrative hiccups and power inconsistencies before asking themselves if they're willing to come back for Part Two. | |||
| The Rip | 09 Feb 2026 | 01:18:01 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Chase Wassenar shares his quick thoughts on The Secret Agent before he and Walter Fedczuk delve into this week's film, The Rip. Together, they discuss how Netflix's script mandates hurt the overall film, how the film's copaganda affected their experience, and whether strong acting performances in one of Walter's favorite genres is enough to overcome an underwhelming script. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| James Bond: No Time to Die | 08 Nov 2021 | 01:08:27 | |
In today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar discuss the latest entry in the James Bond series: No Time to Die. Together, the two discuss whether this is the best of the Daniel Craig Bond films, what it got right that Black Widow got wrong, and what they want to see next for the franchise. | |||
| Black Widow | 25 Oct 2021 | 00:59:14 | |
In the latest episode of the Rough Drafts podcast, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar discuss Black Widow, the MCU film that technically kicks off Phase 4, we guess. Together, they discuss their frustrations with the narrative, the acting performances that tried to carry the day, and what this movie was all about (if anything). | |||
| Shang-Chi and the Legends of the Ten Rings | 07 Oct 2021 | 01:06:15 | |
The Rough Drafts podcast returns! In Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar's return to podcasting, the duo discusses Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Together, they talk about going back to the cinema for the first time, how Marvel weaves fantastical elements into their narratives, and what Shang-Chi's success means for the future of the MCU. | |||
| No Other Choice | 26 Jan 2026 | 01:15:34 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar talk pinball and indoor lacrosse before delving into this week's film, No Other Choice. Together, they discuss what separates Park Chan Wook from other Korean directors, how the film explores the worst instincts of a capitalist society, and the lessons they took away from a film that should have gotten an Oscars nod. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. Listen to Ruby Layne and the Wicked Divine's new single Not Yours here. | |||
| Baahubali: The Beginning | 12 Jan 2026 | 01:37:19 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a deep dive into the NFL playoffs before turning to this week's Tollywood adventure: Baahubali - The Beginning. Together, they discuss whether the film's structure helps or hurts the film, how the film's questionable handling of the female lead detracts from the experience, their favorite action moments, and why the Indian government's refusal to release the Telegu/Tamil cuts abroad remains deeply shitty. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery | 29 Dec 2025 | 01:43:49 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar share their favorite songs of 2025 before delving into the latest Knives Out film: Wake Up Dead Man. Together, they delve into how the film handles its religious themes, their favorite members of the supporting cast, and whether the mystery lives up to their expectations. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Now You See Me: Now You Don't | 15 Dec 2025 | 01:14:01 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a look at their frustrating NFL favs before moving on to today's film: Now You See Me: Now You Don't. Together, they discuss how the film flops when it comes to magic, whether the new generation of magicians clicks well with the original cast, and if this film hits "so bad it's good" territory or is just plain bad. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| The Running Man Ft. Karen Ramirez | 01 Dec 2025 | 01:23:06 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk is joined by Chase Wassenar and his childhood friend Karen Ramirez as they discuss Edgar Wright's The Running Man. Together, they discuss how the film does and does not evolve from the original source material, the acting performances that captured their attention, and a script that really could have used a second pass. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Predator: Badlands | 18 Nov 2025 | 01:07:32 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar discuss the LA Dodgers' World Series win before delving into this week's film, Predator: Badlands. Together, they celebrate the film's world design for edgy teenage DMs everywhere, whether the film is hurt by its PG-13 rating, and if its execution is strong enough to justify overlooking a fairly generic plot. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Tron: Ares | 03 Nov 2025 | 01:11:51 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar share some Fall memories before delving into this week's film, Tron: Ares. Together, they discuss how the film's worldbuilding falls flat, why Jared Leto should never be given a starring role in the future, and whether a strong soundtrack is enough to save a terrible script (spoiler alert: it absolutely isn't). Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| The Furious | 29 Jun 2026 | 01:12:40 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk asks Chase Wassenar about his recent theatrical viewing of Adolescence of Utena before the two jump into discussing the best film of the year so far, The Furious. Together, they gush about the fight choreography, scripting choices, acting performances, and everything else that makes them want to watch way more Hong Kong action movies moving forward. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||
| One Battle After Another | 20 Oct 2025 | 01:22:45 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar delve into One Battle After Another to discuss the film's strongest acting performances, how it balances humor and drama amidst well executed action sequences, and what parts they struggled with when evaluating just how good this film is as we get closer to Oscar season. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| RD Bonus: Walter Goes to the UK | 18 Oct 2025 | 01:32:43 | |
In today's special episode, Walter Fedczuk shares his thoughts on his recent vacation to the UK with Chase Wassenar, who studied in Scotland for university. This segment was too big to be a simple introduction, so come listen to Walter's highlights, lowlights, and everything in between! Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||
| Caught Stealing | 29 Sep 2025 | 01:24:49 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Chase Wassenar shares his quick take on Black Bag before Walter Fedczuk launches into this week's film, Caught Stealing. Together, they discuss how the film balances its comedic and darker tones, their favorite acting performances, and how a more visceral approach to the film's violence stands out among other action films this year. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| K-Pop Demon Hunters | 15 Sep 2025 | 01:25:05 | |
On today's special episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar are once again joined by Devin Younge to discuss K-Pop Demon Hunters, a film that might have passed by our hosts otherwise. Together, they discuss what the film gets right about Korean music culture, how the fan culture around the film has bolstered some of its character elements, and why Chase wants to send the writers to a special writer's jail for script crimes. Follow Devin, Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Naked Gun | 01 Sep 2025 | 01:04:51 | |
On today's special 100th episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take a trip down memory lane before delving into the new Naked Gun film, which could be their favorite film of 2025 (and is certainly the funniest)! Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| The Fantastic Four: First Steps | 18 Aug 2025 | 01:32:09 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar start with a quick discussion on Snowpiercer before the two delve into the MCU's latest film, Fantastic Four: First Steps. Together, they discuss whether the vibes and aesthetics of the film are enough to make up for some questionable writing decisions. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Superman | 04 Aug 2025 | 02:02:57 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar make up for their missed week due to COVID by discussing six other films before delving into this week's central topic, Superman. Once they've finished their dives into Megan 2.0 and Sinners among other films, the two discuss their hopes for the DCU heading into and out of this film, how this version of Superman captures the characteristics that had been thrown aside in recent adaptations, how the supporting cast adds or subtracts from the final product, and whether our co-hosts are still capable of buying into the message of hope and optimism that sits at the center of the film. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| F1 | 14 Jul 2025 | 01:20:51 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar hammer out their definition of what it means to be a sport before getting behind the wheel with their discussion of the F1 film. Together, they discuss why you really need to like Brad Pitt to enjoy this movie, how well the film highlights why fans love Formula 1, and whether a better version of this film was possible. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| The Materialists | 30 Jun 2025 | 01:07:16 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar share some recent stories from their lives before delving into The Materialists. Together, they discuss whether or not Dakota Johnson's performance lives up to her fellow cast members, why the film's second act twist falls flat, and why both of our hosts left the movie feeling let down. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky, and follow Chase on Letterboxd. | |||
| Ballerina (From the World of John Wick) | 18 Jun 2025 | 01:15:14 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar delve into some board game recommendations before turning to the latest film from the John Wick universe: Ballerina. Together, they discuss the action scenes that pulled them into the film before dissecting the poor scriptwriting that pulled them out of it. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||
| Mandalorian of the Universe | 15 Jun 2026 | 01:11:50 | |
On today's Final Cut double feature, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar share their disappointment over The Mandalorian & Grogu before being pleasantly surprised by Masters of the Universe. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||
| Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning | 02 Jun 2025 | 01:20:23 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar share some recent highlights from their lives before delving into the (probably?) final installment of the Mission Impossible series: The Final Reckoning. Together, they discuss the film's early pacing issues, how it struggles to maximize the value of its villains, and whether the action set pieces are enough to overcome its flaws. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||
| Thunderbolts* | 19 May 2025 | 01:27:00 | |
On today's special episode of Final Cut, hosts Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar take some time to share some vulnerability about their mental health journeys before delving into the first Marvel film in years that could make that topic relevant: Thunderbolts*. Together, they discuss Florence Pugh's amazing performance, how the film manages its cast, and whether this movie did enough to give them hope for future MCU projects. Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||
| The Amateur | 05 May 2025 | 01:08:55 | |
On today's episode of Final Cut, Walter Fedczuk and Chase Wassenar delve into before turning their attention to this week's film, The Amateur. Together, they discuss how the film handles its core themes, whether calling it a perfect cable network afternoon film is damning with faint praise, and why this film has one of the largest gaps in scores between our two co-hosts in the show's history! Follow Chase, Walter, and the Rough Drafts Podcast on BlueSky. | |||