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OV489 - The Smashing Machine (2025) & The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025) - Guest: Sam Watermeier
09 Oct 2025
02:08:03
This week, Sam Watermeier joins me to review the new Benny Safdie movie, The Smashing Machine in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, we talk about Renny Harlin's, The Strangers: Chapter 2. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, Heartland Film Festival, Robert Redford, Heat 2, and more.
OV488 - One Battle After Another (2025) & V/H/S/Halloween (2025) - Guest: Brent Leuthold
02 Oct 2025
02:15:54
This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the new Paul Thomas Anderson movie, One Battle After Another in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, we talk about the new Shudder original, V/H/S Halloween. We also discuss recent movie and TV news and screenings around Indianapolis.
OV489 - The Smashing Machine (2025) & Bone Lake (2025)
OV479 - How to Train Your Dragon (2025) & Echo Valley (2025) - Guest: Joe Shearer
15 Jun 2025
02:07:30
This week, Joe Shearer joins me to review DreamWorks' live-action remake, How to Train Your Dragon in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, I share my thoughts on the new AppleTV+ original movie, Echo Valley. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more.
OV389 - Knock at the Cabin (2023) & You People (2023) - The Big Racket (1976) and Stone Cold (1991) - Guest: Nick Rogers (Midwest Film Journal)
03 Feb 2023
01:44:20
In this episode, I welcome my friend Nick Rogers (from MidwestFilmJournal.com) onto the show to review M. Night Shyamalan's new film, Knock at the Cabin and the new Netflix comedy, You People. For potpourri, Nick shares his thoughts on 1976's The Big Racket while I unveil my Chain Link Viewing Project and share my thoughts on 1991's Stone Cold. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Show Start – 00:28
Introducing the Guest -02:50
Reviews - 17:46Knock at the Cabin/History with M. Night - 18:26
OV388 - 2022 Year in Review – Best Movies of the Year and Viewing Stats
19 Jan 2023
03:07:45
Happy New Year and welcome to The Obsessive Viewer's 2022 Year in Review episode! It's our annual episode where Tiny, Mike, and I share our movie viewing stats for the year and our top ten favorite movies lists. So join us as we reflect on another year in our TENTH Year in Review episode! Become a patron at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer to support the show and get instant access to tons of exclusive podcast content.Timestamps
Show Start - 00:28
Thoughts on Our Years - 06:45
Stats and Stat Tracking
Mike's 2022 Stats - 13:45
Tiny's 2022 Stats - 18:55
Matt's 2022 Stats - 23:06
Honorable Mentions and Movies We Missed
Movies We Missed - 39:11
Honorable Mentions - 45:30
Top Tens of 2022
Numbers Ten to Six - 57:40
Numbers Five to Two - 1:50:40
Our Number Ones - 2:35:26
2023 Movies We're Looking Forward To - 2:45:20
The Obsessive Viewer Top Ten in Ten Years of Podcasting - 2:49:12
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV387 - IFJA Ten Best Films of 2022 - Guest: Sam Watermeier (Midwest Film Journal)
30 Dec 2022
02:17:20
In this episode, I welcome my friend Sam Watermeier back to the show to help me close out the year with a breakdown of the Indiana Film Journalists Association top films of 2022. We also go over Sam's personal top ten list. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
OV386 - Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) & Smile (2022) - Guests: Andy Carr (Odd Trilogies Podcast & Film Yap) and Mitch Ringenberg (Midwest Film Journal)
23 Nov 2022
01:47:12
In this episode, I welcome my friends Andy Carr and Mitch Ringenberg back to the show to review Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and Smile! Then, in a Potpourri segment, Andy and I briefly talk about The Menu and Bones and All. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Show Start – 00:28
Introducing the Guests -01:10
Reviews - 07:30Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery - 07:53
Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II - Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled (Recorded in the Living Room)
OV385 - Halloween Ends (2022) & V/H/S/99 (2022) - Guests: Brent Leuthold (AwakeInTheDark.com) and Joe Shearer (Medium Cool Podcast and Midwest Film Journal Contributor)
26 Oct 2022
02:28:21
In this episode, I welcome my friends Brent Leuthold and Joe Shearer back to the show to review the new "spooktacular Shocktober" releases Halloween Ends and V/H/S/99! Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II - Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled (Recorded in the Living Room)
OV384 - HIFF2022: What We Do Next, Waiting for the Light to Change, Because We're Family, The Wind and the Reckoning, The Moon & Back, and more
05 Oct 2022
01:16:41
In this episode, Ben and I share our thoughts on some of the films playing at this year's Heartland Film Festival both virtually and in-person in Indianapolis October 6th-16th. For more information on Heartland Film Festival, visit HeartlandFilm.org. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II - Processing: High Pass Filter, DeEsser, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled (Recorded in the Living Room)
OV383 - Dark - Season 1, Episodes 1-2: "Secrets" & "Lies" (Patreon Reviews)
03 Oct 2022
02:09:42
In this special episode, I am releasing the first 2 episodes of my Patreon-Exclusive episode reviews of Netflix's Dark here on the main feed. To hear my thoughts on the rest of the series, you'll need to sign up to our Patreon at the $2 or higher levels at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
Frame Recording: ElectroVoice RE20, RØDEcaster Pro II, (Processing: DeEsser, High Pass Filter, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled) - Recorded in the Living Room
Episode 1: RØDE Podmic through RØDEcaster Pro II (DeEsser, Big Bottom, and High Pass Filter enabled) - Recorded in the Living Room
Episode 2: ElectroVoice RE20 through RØDEcaster Pro II (DeEsser and High Pass Filter enabled) - Recorded in the Living Room
OV382 - Clerks III (2022) & Blonde (2022) - Guests: Sam Watermeier (Midwest Film Journal) and Joe Shearer (Medium Cool Podcast and Midwest Film Journal Contributor)
22 Sep 2022
01:42:21
In this episode, I welcome my friends Sam Watermeier and Joe Shearer back to the show to review the new releases Clerks III and Blonde. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
Matt: ElectroVoice RE20, RØDEcaster Pro II, (Processing: DeEsser, High Pass Filter, Compressor, and Master Compellor enabled) - Recorded in the Living Room
OV381 - Ebert's Great Movies Part 15 - M (1931), The Color Purple (1985), and Magnolia (1999)
15 Sep 2022
02:36:56
In this episode, we continue our journey through Roger Ebert's "Great Movies" list with reviews of M, The Color Purple, and Magnolia! We also discuss Robert Zemekis, Pinocchio, and the recent passing of Jean-Luc Godard. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV380 - Extended Potpourri - The Terminal List, House of the Dragon, Downton Abbey, The Rehearsal, Uncharted, Glorious, Severance, and Not Okay
26 Aug 2022
01:13:09
In this episode, Tiny and I go back and forth in an Extended Potpourri episode where we share our thoughts on The Rehearsal, Uncharted, Glorious, House of the Dragon, and more. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV478 - Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (2025) & Mountainhead (2025) - Guests: Brandon Cruz and Chelsea Cruz
08 Jun 2025
02:24:37
This week, Brandon and Chelsea Cruz from Our Reel Relationships Podcast join me to review the latest Mission: Impossible film, The Final Reckoning in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, I share my non-spoiler thoughts on Jesse Armstrong's Mountainhead. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more.
Timestamps
Show Start - 00:28
Introducing Brandon and Chelsea - 02:18
Screening in Indy - 19:42
News Before the Reviews - 26:18
Feature Review
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (2025) - 37:15
OV479 - How to Train Your Dragon (2025) & Echo Valley (2025)
OV379 - Fall (2022) & Day Shift (2022)
19 Aug 2022
01:33:06
In this episode, Ben and I review the new acrophobic thriller, Fall (currently in theaters) and round out the episode with a review of J.J. Perry's Day Shift (available on Netflix). Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV378 - Ebert's Great Movies Part 14 - The Red Shoes (1948), The Godfather Part II (1974), and Dark City (1998)
12 Aug 2022
02:36:22
In this episode, we continue our journey through Roger Ebert's "Great Movies" list with reviews of The Red Shoes, The Godfather Part II, and Dark City! We also discuss the recent news regarding changes at Warner Bros and HBOMax. Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV377 - Vengeance (2022) & Prey (2022) - Guests: Andy Carr (Odd Trilogies Podcast) & Joe Shearer (Medium Cool Podcast and Midwest Film Journal)
05 Aug 2022
01:35:21
In this episode, I am joined by my friends and IFJA colleagues Andy Carr and Joe Shearer to review B.J. Novak's film, Vengeance ( currently in theaters) and round out the episode with a review of Dan Trachtenberg's Prey (Hulu). Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
In this episode Tiny and I review Jordan Peele's latest, Nope (in theaters) and round out the episode with a review of Hannah Marks' Don't Make Me Go (Amazon Prime). Become a patron for exclusive audio content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Mic Info
Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 with RØDEcaster Pro (DeEsser enabled) and Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-2
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV375 - Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) & Hustle (2022)
07 Jul 2022
01:53:45
In this episode Tiny, Ben, and I review Thor: Love and Thunder and the new Happy Madison Netflix movie, Hustle. Become a patron for exclusive content at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Mic Info: ElectroVoice RE20 with RØDEcaster Pro and Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-2Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV374 - Stranger Things 4, Vol. 1 (Patreon Reviews)
30 Jun 2022
03:35:06
In this special episode, I am releasing all of my Patreon-Exclusive episode reviews of Stranger Things 4, Vol. 1 on the main feed. Listen to me share the highs and lows of the seven episodes that were released on May 27 in preparation for Vol. 2, which releases on July 1st. To hear my thoughts on Vol. 2, you'll need to sign up to our Patreon at the $2 or higher levels at Patreon.com/ObsessiveViewer. Timestamps
Show Start – 00:28
Patreon Reviews - 04:50
Chapter One: The Hellfire Club - 05:00
Chapter Two: Vecna's Curse - 37:15
Chapter Three: The Monster and The Superhero - 1:13:50
Chapter Four: Dear Billy - 1:44:26
Chapter Five: The Nina Project - 2:14:24
Chapter Six: The Dive - 2:34:17
Chapter Seven: The Massacre At Hawkins Lab - 3:08:15
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV373 - The Black Phone (2022) & Cha Cha Real Smooth (2022) - Guests: Andy Carr (Odd Trilogies Podcast) & Brent Leuthold (Awake In the Dark)
25 Jun 2022
01:56:25
In this episode, I welcome my friends Andy Carr (Odd Trilogies Podcast) and Brent Leuthold (AwakeInTheDark.com) back to the show to review Scott Derrickson's The Black Phone and Cooper Raiff's Cha Cha Real Smooth. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV372 - The Northman (2022) & Jurassic World: Dominion (2022) - Happiness (1998), and Lightyear (2022) - Guest: Sam Watermeier (Midwest Film Journal)
17 Jun 2022
01:46:04
In this episode, I welcome my friend Sam Watermeier from Midwest Film Journal back to the show to review Robert Eggers' The Northman and Colin Trevorrow's Jurassic World Dominion. We also discuss one of Sam's favorite films, Todd Solondz's 1998 film, Happiness and I give a brief review of Pixar's latest, Lightyear. Timestamps
Show Start – 00:28
Introducing Sam - 01:04
Featured Reviews - 10:40The Northman - 11:13Jurassic Franchise - 26:24Jurassic World Dominion
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV371 - Ebert's Great Movies Part 13 - Dr. Strangelove (1964), Persona (1966), and The Godfather (1972)
10 Jun 2022
02:04:35
In this episode, we continue our journey through Roger Ebert's "Great Movies" list with reviews of Dr. Strangelove, Persona, and The Godfather! Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
In this episode, I welcome my friend Brent from AwakeInTheDark.com onto the show to review Top Gun: Maverick and the new Shudder thriller, Watcher. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV477 - Final Destination: Bloodlines (2025) & Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025) - Guest: Keegan King
31 May 2025
01:41:03
This week, Keegan King joins me to review the latest entry in the Final Destination franchise, Final Destination: Bloodlines in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, we discuss the Netflix horror movie, Fear Street: Prom Queen. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more.
OV478 - Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (2025) & Predator: Killer of Killers (2025)
OV369 - Men (2022) & Our Father (2022) - Avatar: The Way of Water trailer, Ozark, and Better Call Saul
20 May 2022
01:27:52
In this episode, Tiny, Ben, and I discuss the trailer for Avatar: The Way of Water and review the latest Alex Garland film, Men. We also discuss the new Netflix documentary, Our Father. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV368 - Extended Potpourri - Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Euphoria, Language Lessons, The Gilded Age, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, and The Adam Project
11 May 2022
01:22:54
In this extended potpourri episode, Tiny and I discuss a handful of recent movies and shows we've watched. Timestamps
Show Start – 00:40
Non-Movie Banter - 02:34
Extended Potpourri - 09:35
Matt: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) - 10:52
Tiny: Euphoria - 23:19
Matt: Language Lessons (2021) - 47:20
Tiny: The Gilded Age - 55:03
Matt: The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (2022) - 1:04:12
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV367 - Everything Everywhere All At Once - X, Summer Movie Preview, and OV's New Theme Song
21 Apr 2022
01:41:52
In this episode, Mike and I review the new film Everything Everywhere All At Once and discuss the upcoming summer movie season and premiere our brand new theme song, A Little Mad Sometimes (Theme from The Obsessive Viewer Podcast) by Mike's band, As Good As It Gets! Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV366 - Ebert's Great Movies Part 12 - Rebel Without a Cause (1955), The Conversation (1974), and My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
25 Mar 2022
01:48:55
In this episode, Tiny, Ben, and I continue our journey through Roger Ebert's Great Movies List. In this installment, we discuss Rebel Without a Cause, The Conversation, and My Neighbor Totoro. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV365 - The Batman (2022) - Guest: Sam Watermeier (Midwest Film Journal)
04 Mar 2022
02:02:11
In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Sam Watermeier from Midwest Film Journal to review Matt Reeves' The Batman in a non-spoiler and spoiler discussion! Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV364 - Ebert's Great Movies Part 11 - Psycho (1960), Goldfinger (1964), and Alien (1979) - Academy Award Nominations, Music Biopics, and Fandom
11 Feb 2022
02:05:37
In this episode, Tiny, Ben, and I continue our journey through Roger Ebert's Great Movies List. In this installment, we discuss Hitchcock's Psycho, Connery's 3rd outing as Bond, Goldfinger, and Ridley Scott's Alien. We also discuss the 2022 Academy Award nominations and debate the merits of music biopics and toxic fandom. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
In this episode, Mike and I gush over the latest installment in one of our favorite franchises of all time. In non-spoiler and spoiler sections, we discuss all things Scream (2022)! Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV362 - Bonus Ep - The Matrix Resurrections & 2021 OV Stats and Honorable Mentions - Guest: Sam Watermeier (Midwest Film Journal)
18 Jan 2022
02:35:52
In this episode, I welcome my friend Sam Watermeier (Midwest Film Journal) back to the show to review The Matrix Resurrections! I also share the podcast's and my writing stats for 2021 and countdown my Honorable Mentions. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV361 - 2021 Year in Review – Best Movies of the Year and Viewing Stats
13 Jan 2022
03:25:18
Happy New Year and welcome to The Obsessive Viewer's 2021 Year in Review episode! It's our annual episode where Tiny, Mike, and I share our movie viewing stats for the year and our top ten favorite movies lists. So join us as we reflect on another odd pandemic year and hope for a better year in 2022. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
In this episode, Fekkes and I catch up and review Spider-Man: No Way Home. I was originally going to double up and pair this with a review of The Matrix Resurrections, but we went long enough to make this it's own standalone episode! Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV476 - Friendship (2025) & Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025)
29 May 2025
01:40:42
This week, I review the new Tim Robinson/Paul Rudd film from Andrew DeYoung, Friendship in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, I share my thoughts on The Weeknd's movie, Hurry Up Tomorrow. I also discuss recent movie news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more.
OV477 - Final Destination: Bloodlines (2025) & Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025) - Guest: Keegan King
OV359 - Extended Potpourri - IFJA Nominations, The Tragedy of Macbeth, American Crime Story: Impeachment, The Green Knight, When They See Us, West Side Story, and Nightmare Alley
18 Dec 2021
01:47:00
In this episode, Tiny and I discuss the IFJA nominations and the news of a Villeneuve adaptation of Rendezvous with Rama before diving into some Extended Potpourri! We then round out the episode with special post-screening recordings discussing West Side Story and Nightmare Alley. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV358 - FYC Potpourri - Being the Ricardos, The Card Counter, Spencer, House of Gucci, The Lost Daughter, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, Titane, Mandibles, and More
10 Dec 2021
01:38:02
In this episode, Ben and I discuss several 2021 releases we have watched in preparation for the IFJA end of year awards voting. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV356 - Dune (2021) - Rust On-Set Tragedy, Dune: Part Two Announced, and Halloween Plans
28 Oct 2021
02:29:21
In this episode, Tiny, Ben, and I review Denis Villeneuve's highly anticipated adaptation of Dune. We also discuss the tragedy that occurred on the set of Rust, and the announcement of Dune: Part Two. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV355 - The Last Duel (2021) & Mass (2021) - Halloween Kills, HIFF2021 Wrap Up: The French Dispatch, King Richard, The Power of the Dog, and Petite Maman
22 Oct 2021
01:47:11
In this episode, Ben and I review Ridley Scott's The Last Duel and Fran Kranz's directorial debut, Mass. We also discuss Halloween Kills, this year's Heartland Film Festival and more. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV354 - Midnight Mass - Guest: Kim C. (The Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast)
15 Oct 2021
01:43:35
In this episode, I welcome my friend Kim C from The Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast onto the show to chat about the magic of Mike Flanagan and his latest limited series, Midnight Mass. Timestamps
Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology – Matt's solo podcast exploring science fiction anthology storytelling in television's first golden age starting with The Twilight Zone.
OV353 - Cry Macho (2021) & Dear Evan Hansen (2021) - Emmy Awards and Snubs, Paranormal Activity 7, and a Busy October at the Movies
27 Sep 2021
02:10:36
In this episode, Ben and I review Clint Eastwood's latest film, Cry Macho and the feature film adaptation of the Tony Award winning musical, Dear Evan Hansen. We also briefly discuss the Emmys, a busy October at the movies, and more.
OV352 - Malignant (2021) - 30th Heartland Film Festival Announcements and Heartland Horror - Guest: Sam Watermeier (Midwest Film Journal)
20 Sep 2021
01:37:22
In this episode, I welcome my friend and colleague from the Indiana Film Journalists Association, Sam Watermeier to the show to discuss James Wan's latest film, Malignant in all its crazy glory. We also discuss the upcoming Heartland Film Festival, Sam's involvement with the Heartland Horror category, and some recent movies he's seen.
OV351 - Ebert's Great Movies Part 10 - 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), Solaris (1972), and Dog Day Afternoon (1975) - The Matrix Resurrections Trailer, and RIP Michael K Williams
13 Sep 2021
02:35:30
In this episode, Tiny, Ben, and I continue our journey through Roger Ebert's Great Movies List. In this installment, we discuss Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey, Tarkovsky's Solaris, and Lumet's Dog Day Afternoon. We also pay tribute to Michael K Williams, discuss the trailer for The Matrix Resurrections, and share our thoughts on the latest Christopher Nolan news.
OV350 - CODA (2021) & Candyman (2021) - Spider-Man: No Way Home Trailer, Eternals, and MCU Fatigue
06 Sep 2021
02:07:46
In this episode, Mike and I review CODA (currently on AppleTV+) and Candyman (currently in theaters. We also discuss the Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer and mounting MCU fatigue!
This week, Brent Leuthold joins me to review the the new MCU film from director Jake Schreier, Thunderbolts* in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, we discuss the new James Madigan movie, Fight or Flight. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more.
OV348 - Loki Season 1 - Werewolves Within, Summer of Soul, Bo Burnham: Inside, Master of None: Moments in Love, and The Tomorrow War
22 Jul 2021
01:51:18
In this episode, Ben, and I review season 1 of Disney+'s Loki. We also discuss Werewolves Within, Summer of Soul, Bo Burnham: Inside, Master of None, and The Tomorrow War.
OV347 - Ebert's Great Movies Part 9 - Star Wars (1977), Do the Right Thing (1989), and Spirited Away (2001)
14 Jul 2021
02:17:31
In this episode, Tiny, Ben, and I continue our review series of the movies listed on Roger Ebert's Great Movies list of essays. In this installment, we discuss Star Wars, Do the Right Thing, and Spirited Away.