
Episode 36: "Disclosure Day"
TCA returns to break down Steven Spielberg’s new alien film, Disclosure Day, debating whether it delivers the emotional and world-building highs expected from his sci‑fi legacy. They also discuss the movie’s themes of tr

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TCA returns to break down Steven Spielberg’s new alien film, Disclosure Day, debating whether it delivers the emotional and world-building highs expected from his sci‑fi legacy. They also discuss the movie’s themes of tr

"Lights, Camera, Action," or in 2026, Ballet, Opera, Cats! As what must be the longest awards season ever comes to a close, TCA joins in on the fun(?) with our annual ballots! Will SINNERS - the most nominated film ever

Steve (one-half of TCA) taps on TMT, co-host of SubmaRoach , and Ese, PM at Fatherland , to discuss all things MY FATHER'S SHADOW. Both making their TCA Debuts, we start off with learning more about their creative journe

TCA favorite Ikem Okeke, writer and director of HUSBANDRY (2021), returns to TCA as part of #TCAShorts, a segment where we highlight filmmakers whose works include short films. Okeke talks the artists he is influenced by

One of the most anticipated film years ahead, buckle up for 2026. We get into this year's most anticipated releases (10:07), starting with Anne Hathaway's massive upcoming slate (10:47) and a debate about whether Greta G

"If there was a real version of ETERNITY, do you think you've lived your happiest years?" TCA (with Misgana promoted to co-host!) are not pulling back punches with A24's afterlife romantic comedy centered around life aft

One of the best movies,If you need a good cry SPOILER ALERT: Episode contains key plot details from 'Sentimental Value.' Join us as we welcome special guest Ayisha for a deep dive into Trier’s emotionally charged film 'S

Why Die My Love Left Us Wanting SPOILER ALERT: Episode contains key plot details from Die My Love. Join TCA as we dive into Die My Love, a film that reaches for emotional intensity while wrestling with structure and pers

SPOILER ALERT: Episode contains key plot details from One Battle After Another . We dive deep into Paul Thomas Anderson’s most politically urgent film to date. We open with acknowledging our unplanned hiatus and thoughts

Almost a year to the date since our last Comic Book Movie, TCA returns to cover all things SUPERMAN and the verdict: #TheGunnWasLockedAndLoaded. Joined by Kibz (@ TheBrothersGeekOutPodcast ), they explore the core messag

"...breaking down today's films with tomorrow's eyes," Ofili has clearly been working on a tagline. Joined by Steve, frequent guest Misgana and new guest Banky from Popcorn for Dinner , they dissect the sophomore feature

SPOILER ALERT : Episode contains key plot details from SINNERS . Jive along with TCA to the tune of Ludwig Göransson's phenomenal score as they delve into "the most talked about movie of 2025." Misgana returns to dissect

Ofili and Steve are joined by Jerry, who’s making his TCA debut, to talk through Mickey 17 , Bong Joon-ho’s 2025 sci-fi release. “Dying is just another part of the job” sets the tone for a conversation on identity, memor

Ofili and Steve take us back to some of the 2015 releases (8:55) that left a mark on them in this episode of the TCA. The Lobster , Mad Max: Fury Road , Star Wars: The Force Awakens , Room , and Focus are some of the cla

not Denis Villeneuve for DUNE: PART TWO, we'll tell you that much. Awards season wraps up with the 97th Academy Awards and it's been one hell of a ride with films nominated for Best Picture involving the use of AI, not i

It's not everyday you get to see an epic picture so enthralling like THE BRUTALIST, so of course Steve and Ofili had to return to cover all things related to the latest true American classic. Joined by Misgana, the trio

Awards season is here, and for this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Irima to kick it off! We discuss the 2025 SAG Awards’ biggest categories: Outstanding Male and Female Leads and their Supporting counterparts.

What makes a movie the Christmas movie? Is it the cozy vibes, holiday spirit, or just a snow-covered backdrop? On this episode, we tackle the big question, share our personal favorite Christmas movies, and even debate th

Dive into our latest episode as we unpack Conclave , exploring its twists and the deeper philosophy around the interplay of certainty, doubt, and faith. This was an incredibly engaging discussion, capped off with our tak

The TCA is joined by a special guest to cover Steve's "next Best Picture" and Ofili's "one of the best four movies in 2024." In episode 16 we discuss Sean Baker's filmmaking style, the various on-screen relationship dyna
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