Emily and Phil continue their “Films of the Todds” mini series, exploring the work of Haynes, Phillips, Solondz, and Field. This week, they take a look at Todd Phillips’ culture-shifting comedy The Hangover. Joining them is writer and cultural critic Jude Ellison Doyle, who brings a sharp, thoughtful perspective to one of the 2000s most talked-about comedies.Together, they discuss how The Hangover redefined studio comedy, the film’s wild storytelling and breakout performances, and how its humor and reputation have aged in the years since its release. They dig into the movie’s massive box office impact, the rise of the “wolf pack,” and how Todd Phillips’ sensibilities changed the direction of mainstream comedy.Whether you love or cringe at its legacy, this conversation breaks down what made The Hangover such a phenomenon and what it tells us about the era it came from.#PodcastLikeIts2000s #TheHangover #ToddPhillips #JudeEllisonDoyle #ComedyMovies #FilmPodcast #2000sMovies #FilmDiscussion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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51: I’m Not There with Ryan Marker
Emily and Phil continue their “Films of the Todds” mini series as they take on Todd Haynes’s ambitious and unconventional biopic I’m Not There. They are joined by film critic and podcaster Ryan Marker for a conversation about this multi-layered portrait of Bob Dylan, identity, and the myth of American celebrity.Together, they break down the film’s innovative structure, discuss Cate Blanchett’s acclaimed performance and the daring decision to cast six actors as different facets of Dylan, and examine how Haynes’s storytelling approach turns biography into a surreal and poetic experience. The episode also explores the film’s music, visual style, and its place in both Haynes’s career and the larger tradition of rock and roll cinema.#PodcastLikeIts2000s #ImNotThere #ToddHaynes #RyanMarker #BobDylan #CateBlanchett #FilmPodcast #2000sMovies #MusicFilms #MovieDiscussion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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50: Little Children with Libby Hill
Emily and Phil continue their “Films of the Todds” mini series, spotlighting the work of Haynes, Phillips, Solondz, and Field, with a deep dive into Todd Field’s haunting suburban drama Little Children (2006). Joining them is writer and producer Libby Hill, who brings sharp insight into the film’s complex characters, morally murky relationships, and the atmosphere of quiet desperation that runs through Field’s vision of American suburbia.Together, they explore the unforgettable performances by Kate Winslet, Patrick Wilson, and Jackie Earle Haley, the film’s commentary on judgment and repression, and how Little Children solidified Field’s reputation as one of the most nuanced directors of the 2000s. Whether you’re revisiting the film or watching for the first time, this conversation sheds light on why Little Children remains one of the decade’s most quietly powerful films.#PodcastLikeIts2000s #LittleChildren #ToddField #LibbyHill #2000sMovies #FilmPodcast #DramaMovies #MovieDiscussion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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49: School for Scoundrels
Emily and Phil continue their “Films of the Todds” mini series—highlighting the work of Haynes, Phillips, Solondz, and Field—by revisiting Todd Phillips’ under-the-radar 2006 comedy School for Scoundrels.They break down the film’s blend of mean-spirited humor and underdog charm, its place in the landscape of mid-2000s comedies, and how Billy Bob Thornton and Jon Heder play off each other as mismatched teacher and student. Phil and Emily also explore what this film says about the Todd Phillips formula and how it fits alongside the more famous hits of his career.Whether you’re a die-hard Phillips fan or discovering School for Scoundrels for the first time, this episode offers a fresh look at a forgotten entry in the 2000s comedy canon.#PodcastLikeIts2000s #SchoolForScoundrels #ToddPhillips #EmilyAndPhil #2000sMovies #ComedyFilms #FilmPodcast #MovieDiscussion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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48: Palindromes with Simon Ennis
Emily and Phil continue their mini series on the films of "The Todds" Haynes, Phillips, Solondz, and Field with a deep dive into Todd Solondz’s challenging and provocative Palindromes (2004). Joining them is filmmaker and returning guest Simon Ennis, who brings thoughtful insight into one of Solondz’s most controversial and layered films.They explore the film’s shifting lead actors, its exploration of identity, morality, and adolescence, and how Solondz pushes the boundaries of discomfort in his storytelling. They also discuss how Palindromes fits within Solondz’s larger body of work and the early 2000s indie film landscape.Available now wherever you get your podcasts.#PodcastLikeIts2000s #Palindromes #ToddSolondz #SimonEnnis #FilmPodcast #IndieFilm #2000sMovies #EmilyAndPhil #FilmDiscussion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Through Podcast Like It's... writers Phillip Iscove (Co-Creator of FOX's Sleepy Hollow), Kenny Neibart (Entourage, Hindsight) and now Emily St. James explore some of the best years in film, music and television. It all started in 1999, then 1989, then 2009 and now 1992! Follow Phil, Kenny and Emily as they dive into some of your favorite movies, TV shows and musicians! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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