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Gimme Three Podcast - A Series For Cinephiles

Nicholas Ybarra & Bella Efstratis

Tv & Film

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 135

Gimme Three is a love letter to one of the most powerful mediums of artistic expression—a love letter to the films that moved us and to the great experiences we've had watching them.
In each episode, hosts Nicholas Ybarra and Bella Efstratis (and frequent special guests) will pick three incredible movies based on a selected theme.

The Gimme Three podcast aims to encourage people to return to the theater and expand their watch lists through fun banter and passionate analysis.

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131 - Queer Independent Gems: The Watermelon Woman, Show Me Love (aka F*cking Åmal), & Kisses and Bullets

Episode 131

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 • Duration 01:02:39

In this compilation episode we celebrate three independent cinema gems that highlight magnificent and original queer stories.

- We start with Cheryl Dunye's 90s indie-classic, The Watermelon Woman.

- Second, we travel to Sweden and do a deep dive into the angsty teenage coming-of-age romance, Show Me Love.

- Finally, we revisit our interview from last year's Los Angeles Diversity Film Festival. Filmmaker Faranak Sahafian joined the show to discuss her gripping and pertinent short film, Kisses and Bullets

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Shout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

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130 - Gay is Gay - Queer Joy In Cinema (feat. Jess McLaughlin) - The Birdcage, But I'm A Cheerleader & D.E.B.S.

Episode 130

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 • Duration 01:32:30

In this week's episode, we celebrate queer joy in movies with three hilarious films that are widely considered classics among the LGBTQ community.

- We start with a bonafide classic. Robin Williams, Nathan Lane, and Gene Hackman star in the side-splitting Mike Nichols film, The Birdcage.

- Second, Natasha Lyonne and Clea Duvall wow audiences in the creative and subversive cult gem, But I'm A Cheerleader.

- Finally, our audience voted for another cult favorite in the rom-com/spy thriller D.E.B.S.

All of these films offer fresh perspectives on the queer experience and bring a welcome sense of joy to their audience. Have you seen these films? Which is your favorite?

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You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on LetterboxdShout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

121 - 80s Dance Classics (feat. Hannelore Berlin): Dirty Dancing, Beat Street, & Footloose

Episode 121

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 • Duration 01:33:11

Put on your dancing shoes and crank up your favorite 80s beats, because on this episode of the Gimme Three Podcast, we're cutting some rug. Actor, writer, producer (and dancer) Hannelore Berlin joins Nicholas Ybarra as they deep-dive into three of the 1980s' most impactful dance films.

- We start with perhaps the most iconic dance film of the decade, in which Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey made the entire world swoon in 1987's Dirty Dancing.

- Second, we explore perhaps the most important film in hip hop history. Harry Belafonte produced this authentic slice-of-life look at the South Bronx and B-Boy culture in Beat Street.

- Finally, Kevin Bacon stars in the career-making performance, Footloose.

Have you seen these films? Which is your favorite? Let us know!

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You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on Shout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

31 - Denzel Washington Films (feat. Trey Armstrong): Crimson Tide, The Tragedy of Macbeth, & Devil in a Blue Dress

Episode 31

Monday, August 5, 2024 • Duration 01:22:23

A LEGENDARY ACTOR'S SPOTLIGHT!

This week on the Gimme Three Podcast, co-host Bella Efstratis is joined by actor, filmmaker, & writer Trey Armstrong to celebrate his favorite actor of all time, Denzel Washington.

Trey recommends a brilliant variety of three incredible Denzel Washington films:

First, we have Tony Scott's standout 1995 war thriller, Crimson Tide, featuring a young and powerful Denzel Washington going toe-to-toe with the legendary Gene Hackman.
Next, we dive headfirst into Joel Coen's 2021 Shakespeare adaptation, The Tragedy of Macbeth, showcasing Denzel's Oscar-nominated performance as the titular character.
Finally, we go back to 1995 for Trey's favorite Denzel film and one of his all-time best performances, as Easy Rawlins in Carl Franklin's neo-noir mystery thriller, Devil in a Blue Dress.

Throughout these films, Denzel's remarkable talent and versatility shine as he dominates every scene and proves he can truly do it all.

In this episode, Trey and Bella praise these three cinematic gems, discuss the state of the film industry, and share what our generation (Gen Z) wants to see in theaters.

They just don't make movies like these anymore, so this is a call to action: Give us more Crimson Tides, and, most importantly, more Devil in a Blue Dress!

As this is just the beginning of Denzel's brilliant filmography, expect more Denzel content to come in the future...

So let us know what you think of this episode & tell us which three Denzel Washington films you'd like to see in the next episode!

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Sign up for our for exclusive Bonus Content.Follow the podcast on Instagram You can keep up with Bella on Instagram or You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram , on Twitter (X) , or on Shout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

30 - Harry Potter Films (feat. Bailey Katler): The Sorcerer's Stone, The Prisoner of Azkaban, & The Half-Blood Prince

Episode 30

Monday, July 29, 2024 • Duration 01:43:42

This week marks the birthday of one of the most beloved fictional characters of all time—Harry Potter!

To celebrate the Boy Who Lived, Bella Efstratis is joined by her fellow Potterhead bestie, Bailey Katler, for an incredible Harry Potter episode!

Introducing our Top 3 Harry Potter Films:

First, we go back to where it all began with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001), the film that introduced us to the the magic of the Wizarding World and its wonderful characters.
Next, we dive into our favorite, and the BEST film in the series, the unforgettable Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004).
Lastly, we discuss the visually stunning and emotionally scarring Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009).

In this episode, we discuss what the series means to us, share our favorite characters and scenes, & Bailey reveals a fascinating art history fun fact hidden in the series' production design!

Let us know what you think of the episode and tell us your Top 3 Harry Potter films!

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You can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram , on Twitter (X) , or on Shout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

29 - Spike Lee's First Three (35th Anniversary Celebration of Do The Right Thing) + She's Gotta Have It & School Daze

Episode 29

Monday, July 22, 2024 • Duration 01:23:23

This week, we are celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Nick’s favorite film, Do The Right Thing (A Spike Lee Joint).

Picking a mere three films from Spike’s prolific filmography would be an impossible task. Thus, we’ve decided to explore the jaw-droppingly impressive first three films from Mr. Lee.

We open with his audacious and sultry debut feature film, She’s Gotta Have It.
Second, we do a deep dive into Spike’s dense and wildly entertaining sophomore effort, School Daze.
Finally, we celebrate Do The Right Thing with an appropriate amount of gushing. Nick also dives deep into some of the technical aspects that make this classic soar.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on these films and Spike’s career.

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You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on Shout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

28 - Animated Short Films: The Windshield Wiper, The Hole, Affairs of the Art, Mémorable, Twenty Something, & More

Episode 28

Monday, July 15, 2024 • Duration 01:16:56

The gang is back together again!!

Nicholas Ybarra and Bella Efstratis reunite to dive into the whimsical world of animation on this week's episode of the Gimme Three Podcast!

Join us as we explore six amazing short films that highlight the magic of both stop-motion and 2D animation. Each film offers a unique style and concept, making this episode a must-listen for animation lovers and anyone looking for a powerful experience in under 20 minutes.

Here's what we have on the docket:

- The Windshield Wiper (2021)
- The Hole (1962)
- Affairs of the Art (2021)
- Mémorable (2019)
- Twenty Something (2021)
- More (1998)

From realism to claymation, from the serious to the fun, these animated shorts have something for everyone! (Had to throw in a rhyme because you know Nicholas loves his rhymes!)

Send us your favorite animated shorts and let us know what you think of these six films!

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You can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or Letterboxd You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram , on Twitter (X) , or on Shout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

27 - Brat Pack Films (feat. Ryan Lacen & Adriana Lopez): The Breakfast Club, St. Elmo's Fire, & Pretty in Pink

Episode 27

Monday, July 8, 2024 • Duration 01:10:44

The release of Andrew McCarthy's documentary Brats has audiences revisiting and reliving a marquee era for teen cinema. On today's episode, host Nicholas Ybarra is joined by guests Adriana Lopez and Ryan Lacen.

Together, they explore how watching these films through an adult lens has shifted their perceptions. Also, prepare yourself for plenty of debates on important questions like "Who is in the Brat Pack?" and "What do you consider a Brat Pack movie?"

The films that we discuss today are locks in the Brat Pack saga, for sure:

The Breakfast Club
St. Elmo's Fire
Pretty In Pink

As always, we'd love to hear what you think of these films, but also what your favorite Brat Pack film is.

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You can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or Letterboxd
You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on LetterboxdShout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

26 - Donald Sutherland Tribute (feat. Sonja Mereu): Don't Look Now, M*A*S*H*, & Six Degrees of Separation

Episode 26

Monday, July 1, 2024 • Duration 01:22:29

This week's episode celebrates the late, great actor Donald Sutherland.

Apologies to all the Bella Efstratis superfans; Bella is absent this week. However, we are joined by the spectacular PGA producer, Gimme Three producer, and wife of host Nicholas Ybarra: Sonja Mereu.

Nick & Sonja discuss three of Donald Sutherland's prominent performances: the 1973 Horror classic Don't Look Now, the biting satire M*A*S*H*, and the emotionally rich Six Degrees of Separation.

Please let us know what your favorite Donald Sutherland performance is!

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25 - Yorgos Lanthimos Spotlight (feat. Michel Eljaiek): The Killing of a Sacred Deer, Alps, & Dogtooth

Episode 25

Monday, June 24, 2024 • Duration 01:42:13

This week on the Gimme Three Podcast, we’re gearing up for Kinds of Kindness with a thrilling Yorgos Lanthimos Spotlight episode!

While the brilliant Nicholas Ybarra is off making some movie magic this week, co-host Bella Efstratis is joined by her long-time friend and a true Yorgos aficionado, Michel Eljaiek.

For this week’s episode, Michel has handpicked three extraordinary Yorgos films for us to thoroughly dissect:

The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017) featuring Barry Keoghan’s unforgettable portrayal of the most terrifying teenager in modern cinema.
Lanthimos’ odd and mysterious exploration of grief, identity, and humanity in his underrated gem, Alps (2011).
Concluding with Lanthimos’ original masterpiece and haunting family drama/comedy, Dogtooth (2009).

Yorgos fans, this episode is for you! (Spoiler Warning)

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You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) , or on Shout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

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