Ep. 780 - The Bikeriders
Added 2024-06-25 15:00:10 +0000 UTCDavid, Devindra, and Jeff step on stage with Ghostlight, use their imaginations with Janet Planet, and challenge their perceptions with Tell Them You Love Me. Then they rev up to share their thoughts on The Bikeriders.
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Weekly Plugs
David - Davechensky on Instagram
Devindra - Engadget Podcast on Surface Pro and Surface Laptop Copilot+
Jeff - DLC with Ryan McCaffrey
Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)
What we've been watching (~00:29:03)
Jeff - Ghostlight, Fittest on Earth: Retro/Active
Devindra - Ghostlight, Janet Planet
David - Tell Them You Love Me
Featured Review (~01:10:23)
The Bikeriders
SPOILERS (~01:23:46)
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Comments
I was at the free screening courtesy of Letterboxd and IFC! I was deep in my own feels so I wouldn't have even noticed what else was going on tbh, but there is ZERO need to apologize!
Cian (key-in)
2024-07-11 16:12:14 +0000 UTCI had to come here to find your comment after hearing it on the after dark and to see if we were at the same showing and to apologize if you heard me having a similar reaction. Love the music box and that there are other Chicagoans in this community.
Rylie Knox
2024-07-10 02:20:05 +0000 UTCSpot on Jeff. “Maybe as we get older we have less Joy.” The hardest truth ever stated in a kids movie.
Liz Merry
2024-07-02 15:58:33 +0000 UTCI'm really glad Jeff finally denoted when something was on Prime as opposed to just "Amazon". Prime means it's part of the subscription service; Amazon means it's available to rent. Also... Only $8 for a video with 3.5 million views?! Jesus...
Jeff Gibson
2024-06-30 17:47:45 +0000 UTCJeff, I have probably on average listened to at least one podcast a day since 2007 (so roughly 6200 podcasts). Your raw, in-the-moment commentary on Ghostlight was unlike anything I’ve heard before. It was beautifully vulnerable and awe-inspiring. Thank you for bringing your unfiltered, full self to the microphone. You’re an inspiration!
Ben Lee
2024-06-28 00:21:45 +0000 UTCTHANK YOU!
Papool Chaudhari
2024-06-27 22:18:45 +0000 UTCDo I need to point out that the old /Filmcast theme had "We watch till the last of the credits is done" as the final lyric? My dreams are shattered now that you guys tell me you walk out pre-credits..... Also, Pixar used to have a gag-real during the credits, so end-credits are not unheard of...
Joost Middelkoop
2024-06-27 13:03:57 +0000 UTCThank you Jeff for being so vulnerable and emotional. This is what makes this podcast the best.
Ernest Calderon
2024-06-27 01:10:01 +0000 UTCI assume you loathe JFK because of the conspiracy stuff? I can understand that but I love JFK for reasons having nothing to do with conspiracy. I think it works on several other levels…as a portrait of obsession, and an exploration of a time period in which Americans lost faith in their government (rightly or wrongly). Even if there was no JFK conspiracy, the feeling that the world is being run by dark powerful forces out of your control is very resonant today, from Snowden to our current crises, and JFK captures this vibe so effectively. And finally, one of the most technically accomplished films ever — with one of the most impressive casts ever assembled. And yes, Sutherland was phenomenal. Great movie
DarmineDoggyDoor
2024-06-26 23:25:00 +0000 UTCI think since we pay Dave Jeff and Devindra to review movies, and they essentially answer to us, that they should be staying through every single movie that is likely to be reviewed on the show, including all of the credits.
Papool Chaudhari
2024-06-26 18:26:02 +0000 UTCTHANK YOU for starting with Jeff first. It was getting old always getting Devindra's opinion first, then Jeff, then Dave. I also think once in a while Dave should go first though.
Papool Chaudhari
2024-06-26 18:24:42 +0000 UTCGhostlight sounds like a movie about a midlife crisis that is actually a positive experience instead of the stereotypical “leave your family” story. It sounds like it was personal to Jeff in a specific way, but also applies to anybody of a similar age that is now thinking about the direction of their life.
Danny Champlin
2024-06-26 15:13:27 +0000 UTCWaiting for a movie to do a reverse Drive My Car where there’s 40 more minutes of movie after the credits.
Mike Aparicio
2024-06-26 13:27:34 +0000 UTCIt gave me a good laugh when he started humming Rockit after saying how much he loved Axel F. Classic 😆
Rick C
2024-06-26 06:40:20 +0000 UTCJeff - I have the same distaste for reality TV and tend to favour movies over series as I find myself with less and less time. My wife put Physical 100 on one Friday night and we binged the entire series in a weekend, it's really compelling stuff. Now that I have recommended this you can tell Dave you had someone who wasn't him recommend show 😉. Hope this helps because it really is great stuff.
James Atkinson
2024-06-26 05:45:59 +0000 UTCOmg Jeff I was just thinking while listening to”hmm did Jeff ever take David’s suggestion of Physical 100?”. You need to watch it! I think you will of course love watching these super athletes and how they push their boundaries. But I think you will love what David said previously about how the culture in Korea is different and totally changes how a competition show is filmed compared to here in the states. They remain competitive yet are highly respectful and encouraging of their competition. It is a look at some of the greatness we should all strive to be. I look forward to hearing soon about your reaction to the first episode.
SirLoin7
2024-06-26 05:02:56 +0000 UTCSame
Sarah Rosenberg
2024-06-26 01:17:16 +0000 UTCThank you David for reminding Jeff to watch Physical 100! I was exclaiming out loud “Jeff, everything you’re describing happens in Physical 100!”
Steven Kennick
2024-06-26 00:54:59 +0000 UTCLove you, Jeff. 💜
iLoveTheStory
2024-06-26 00:30:09 +0000 UTCI was already planning to see Ghostlight tonight and hearing Jeff talk about it made me even more excited. One of my most anticipated movies of the year, can't wait.
Sarah Rosenberg
2024-06-25 22:57:56 +0000 UTCWell, at least I didn’t send an email…
Brian Deaton
2024-06-25 22:52:25 +0000 UTCCame here to say this, lol
Garry L
2024-06-25 21:20:03 +0000 UTCThis and Jeff's discussion of MASS are some of the most powerful moments of the hundreds of episodes of this show I've listened to, to me. The raw vulnerability and openness is what this world needs more of, particularly in discussions of art. I was moved to watch MASS, which I loved though it destroyed me, and am now very much looking forward to GHOSTLIGHT and bringing some of Jeff's wonderful perspective to my viewing.
Russell Hull
2024-06-25 20:38:52 +0000 UTCHard same.
Jay Martinez
2024-06-25 20:22:00 +0000 UTCAmen, well said.
CDMatthew
2024-06-25 20:02:43 +0000 UTCSame. But some movies EARN that sitting through the credits more than others. Prime example: Silence of the Lambs. Great ending credit sequence and score. (A Best Ending Credit Sequece ranking may be called for.)
CDMatthew
2024-06-25 20:01:08 +0000 UTCHaha, nope, completely real. I don't remember how I found out about it, but it's become one of my most used apps. I use it every time I go to the movies. The only issue I've run into is if I see one of the first couple showings of something, there may not be any peetimes yet, as they haven't gotten to view the movie yet. That and the occasional obscure movie, but I'd say 95% of the time, peetimes are available.
Jonathan
2024-06-25 20:00:40 +0000 UTCTotally here to second this opinion about Don’t Look Now! So many Sutherland performances to savor, but Ordinay People had a profound effect on me, and his bravura monologue in JFK (a movie I otherwise loathe) gives the film a jolt of electricity and suspense…one hangs on his with word! There’s a nifty spy thriller called Eye of the Needle in which he plays—chillingly—a sleeper agent future Nazis in WWII. And then, of course, there’s…Kentucky Fried Movie.
CDMatthew
2024-06-25 19:56:22 +0000 UTCI totally thought this was a joke, but I googled it to be certain and…it’s not a joke!!
CDMatthew
2024-06-25 19:48:58 +0000 UTCWhoops, shared this before the mention of the app. I think they are technically separate services though.
Eric Trapp
2024-06-25 19:37:48 +0000 UTCReally appreciate Jeff’s honesty, vulnerability and sincerity in talking about GHOSTLIGHT. Thank you, Jeff ❤️
Scott Haselwood
2024-06-25 19:34:51 +0000 UTCAlways recommend the website https://aftercredits.com to check if there are mid or post-credit stingers! You can see if there are any at all and then click in further to reveal spoilers.
Eric Trapp
2024-06-25 19:30:21 +0000 UTCJeff, that wasn't Axel F! You were doing Rockit by Herbie Hancock.
Wayne Edwards
2024-06-25 19:21:30 +0000 UTCI’m with you on the excitement for Spaceballs 2, Jeff!
Damon Alexander
2024-06-25 18:51:43 +0000 UTCWhen Jeff cries I cry. Thanks, Jeff.
Grant McConnaughey
2024-06-25 18:47:13 +0000 UTCI usually stay for the entire credits unless I start to feel uncomfortable when the staff is hanging by the side impatiently waiting for everyone to leave so they can start cleaning. I also just google X movie + after credit scene to see if there is one or not, though I would imagine that wouldn't be so easy if you're watching the film before it's officially released.
Hahmstrung
2024-06-25 18:33:12 +0000 UTCI cried like a child while watching the episode of the bear called Forks. Similar to Jeff’s viewing of ghost light, there was just something about the integrity and the achievement of what the people in that episodewere representing. Hit real deep.
Luke Johnson
2024-06-25 18:00:05 +0000 UTCI have stayed for the entire credits for every movie I have watched in a theater for as long as I can remember. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Jay Martinez
2024-06-25 17:56:06 +0000 UTCJeff that’s not Axel F. Axel F goes duh duh duh duh duh duh duh duh DUH duh duh duh duh duh duh duh DUH duh duh duh duh duh duh
Brian Deaton
2024-06-25 17:30:39 +0000 UTCA post credits scene for a “kids” movie should happen after a brief stylized list of the main actors/voice actors. I was the only person in my theater that saw the Inside Out 2 post credits scene because everyone else in the theater were children and their parents…and they bounced pretty quick.
Nervous_NRG
2024-06-25 17:16:25 +0000 UTCLove this movie! Agreed.
Brian Deaton
2024-06-25 17:10:04 +0000 UTCLOL I came here to point this out. Thank you!
Brian Deaton
2024-06-25 17:09:00 +0000 UTCYou know, I usually relate most to Jeff on the podcast but Devindra has this new suffer-no-fools bravado that I’m really enjoying. I too, do not give a shit about the after credits scene in a Pixar movie. I just want to get home before the kids fall asleep in the car.
Ryan
2024-06-25 17:07:40 +0000 UTCSurprised “Don’t Look Now” didn’t get a shoutout during the Donald Sutherland discussion. Incredible horror film set in Venice. Highly influential to the works of Ari Aster, strongly recommend checking it out
Gareth
2024-06-25 16:56:35 +0000 UTCGuys. Netflix already has a store where you can get all your stranger things merch, trinkets, and other assorted Netflix goodies. It’s called Hot Topic
Branden Cancino
2024-06-25 16:47:33 +0000 UTCRegarding the after credits app, I have a suggestion for another app that helps with the movie going experience. It's called RunPee and it gives "peetimes" of good times to go use the restroom and not miss anything important in the movie. You get a timer and a vibration reminder on your phone/watch as well as a cue of a line said by a character to tell you when it's time to go. Then they also give a synopsis of what you miss. I've been using it for years. You used to have to buy tokens or watch an ad to get peetimes, but it went donation only a couple years ago. They also give you information on post-credit scenes as well. I'm hoping people try it out and help as it's a small team of people that go see every movie and add the times and it's become a part of my movie watching every time. Highly recommend!
Jonathan
2024-06-25 16:46:12 +0000 UTCI’m SO GRATEFUL to Jeff for his reflections about Ghostlight, and his reactions resonated strongly with me; I’m also grateful to you guys for allowing Jeff the time and space to find his words and express how he was affected by the movie. I saw the film at Ptown Film Fest and my response was similar to Jeff’s; I truly related, as I’ve done theatre most of my life (despite my “real job” being in tourism and hospitality), and feel a void in my life these days because I haven’t been in a play or musical since before the pandemic, for various reasons. Thank you, Jeff, for articulating something I had a hard time processing myself. Much appreciation to y’all…
CDMatthew
2024-06-25 16:38:26 +0000 UTCI wish Jeff did not feel compelled to apologize whenever he gets emotional during the show. It’s vulnerable, human, and endearing, and knowing that a movie affected him so greatly makes me much more inclined to seek it out.
Cameron Stewart
2024-06-25 16:21:37 +0000 UTCHugs to Jeff. I saw Ghostlight at the Music Box here in Chicago and had a similar experience (including the crying!!), maybe for different reasons, but it hit me really hard as well.
Cian (key-in)
2024-06-25 16:08:17 +0000 UTCShoutout to Devindra for the Filene’s Basement reference. You took me back to my childhood in Massachusetts with that one.
Chris Cameron
2024-06-25 15:50:14 +0000 UTCAlways inspired by your thoughts, Jeff. Your input is always valued by us all ❤️. Can’t wait to check out Ghostlight.
Tyler Appleby
2024-06-25 15:47:19 +0000 UTCActually the song that Jeff "sings" in the episode is not "Axel F". The melody he references is actually "Rockit" by Herbie Hancock.
Keith Henry Brown
2024-06-25 15:10:34 +0000 UTC
