In Space, No One Can Hear You Pour: Alien (1979) from Ridley Scott
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Deep Dive: The Nostromo’s Final Toast When Ridley Scott released Alien in 1979, he didn’t just make a "haunted house in space" movie; he created a masterpiece of blue-collar sci-fi. Unlike the gleaming, hopeful corridors of Star Trek or the heroic mythos of Star Wars, the world of Alien is sweaty, leaky, and exhausted. The Story The crew of the Nostromo—a commercial tugboat towing 20 million tons of mineral ore—is woken from stasis not by their destination, but by a mysterious signal from a desolate moon, LV-426. They aren't soldiers or explorers; they’re space-truckers worried about...
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One Battle After Another: The PTA Post-Mortem — It sounds sophisticated, slightly academic, and very "cinephile-core.
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Welcome to the podcast where we’re dissecting Paul Thomas Anderson’s $175 million "action-chase-revolutionary" fever dream one drink at a time. Join us as we try to figure out if Leo’s Bob Ferguson is a hero or just the world's most stressed-out stoner dad. We’re pairing top-shelf bourbon with VistaVision cinematography and trying to count how many bottles it takes to fully understand a Thomas Pynchon plot. It’s a breakdown of the "French 75" revolutionaries where the only thing more explosive than the pipe bombs is our take on the ending.
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Bugonia: A Guide to Not Being Abducted: Lean into the paranoia of the plot.
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The Film: Bugonia From the mind of Yorgos Lanthimos, Bugonia is a darkly comedic sci-fi reimagining of the South Korean cult classic Save the Green Planet! The story follows two obsession-fueled conspiracy theorists who kidnap a high-powered corporate CEO, convinced she is actually an intergalactic alien planning to destroy Earth. Starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, the film weaves a tense, surreal tapestry of paranoia, power dynamics, and the blurry line between madness and hidden truth. The Podcast: Adult Beverage Film Podcast Where high-brow cinema meets bottom-shelf honesty. Hosted by...
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Alien Parasites, Antarctic Booze, and the King of PR Chaos: Bo Shurling on The Thing!
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On this frosty episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, we crack open our survival rations (a.k.a. adult beverages) and thaw out one of cinema’s chilliest horror masterpieces — John Carpenter’s The Thing. Joining us in the frozen tundra of our recording session is the legendary Bo Shurling — unit publicist, award-winner, celebrity wrangler, and the only man we know who can set up a Samuel L. Jackson press tour in the morning, bowl with Cameron Diaz in the afternoon, and still have enough energy to discuss alien shape-shifters over a beer. We dig into the paranoia, the practical...
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Love, Vodka, and Oligarch Drama — Nicholas Brown Joins Us for Sean Baker’s Anora!
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Get ready to uncork some serious conversation (and maybe pop a few questionable champagne corks), because this episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast is hopping on a private jet straight into Sean Baker’s wild, heartfelt, and occasionally vodka-soaked Anora. Helping us navigate this whirlwind of love, chaos, and Russian family drama is special guest Nicholas Brown — camera assistant extraordinaire with credits on The Righteous Gemstones, Halloween Ends, Outer Banks, and Mr. Mercedes. He’s also the mastermind behind The Second Sticks Podcast and co-host of Focus Puller At Work...
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Lights, Camera… Vampires? Steve Saxon Joins Us for a Bloody Good Time with Sinners!
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This week on the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, we’re sharpening our fangs, pouring something strong, and sinking our teeth into Ryan Coogler’s electrifying vampire thriller Sinners. Helping us navigate this dark, soulful ride is none other than Steve Saxon — Director of Photography, camera operator, and all-around visual wizard whose credits range from feature films like Cold Storage, 40 Fears, The Ultimate Life, Redneck Roots, and The Last Passport to short film gems like Mike, Little Package, and Chief Tendoy. Basically, if it’s got a lens, Steve’s pointed it at something cool....
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Cartels, Courtrooms & Catchy Choruses — We’re Talking Emilia Pérez!
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This week on the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, we’re shaking up our cocktails and our genres with Jacques Audiard’s bold, bonkers, and beautiful Emilia Pérez. Part musical, part crime thriller, and part “wait, did they just break into song during a cartel shootout?”, this Cannes sensation tells the story of Rita — a burned-out lawyer who’s roped into helping a ruthless drug lord disappear… only to discover he doesn’t want to dodge the law, he wants to become the woman he’s always dreamed of being. Enter Emilia Pérez: diva, dreamer, and living proof that Scarface and La La...
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Late-Night Laughs, Polyester Suits & Actual Demons — We’re Talking Late Night with the Devil!
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Move over, Johnny Carson—this late-night talk show’s gone full brimstone! In this episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, Kent, Laura, Patrick, and Squeeker pour up something strong and dive into Late Night with the Devil, the retro-horror fever dream that blends 70s talk-show nostalgia with demonic possession mayhem. The premise? A struggling TV host in the groovy, bell-bottomed era of 1977 will do anything for ratings… including inviting a guest straight from the fiery depths. Imagine The Tonight Show colliding head-on with The Exorcist, sprinkle in some found-footage chills, and...
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Brains, Booze & Bizarre Brilliance — We’re Talking Poor Things!
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Get ready to step into the delightfully deranged world of Poor Things, where “mad scientist” is just the starting point. In this episode of the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, Kent, Laura, Patrick, and Squeeker sip, swirl, and dissect a cinematic concoction that’s equal parts dark humor, social satire, and steampunk absurdity. Think Frankenstein meets The Office, with a splash of Victorian flair, a dash of existential dread, and the kind of bizarre brilliance that makes you question both science and your life choices. We’ll explore reanimation, reinvention, and the fine art of finding...
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Booze, Boulders & Bloodthirsty Cave Critters — We’re Going The Descent!
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Welcome back to the Adult Beverage Film Podcast, where we dive into movies like it’s the last drop in the bottle! This week, Kent Smith, Laura Truman, Patrick Keenan, and our resident cave-dweller Carlisle “Squeaker” Hamrick grab their helmets (and flasks) to explore the pitch-black terror of The Descent. It’s the story of six adventurous women who think “fun weekend” means wriggling through claustrophobic caves in the middle of nowhere. But what starts as a bonding trip quickly turns into a panic-inducing, creature-filled nightmare. Imagine girls’ night out—except the...
info_outlineEnter a world where the culinary arts have taken on a life of their own. A place where the desire for a perfect plate has pushed the boundaries of science, magic, and even morality. Welcome to the world of "The Menu", a tantalizing tale of adventure and ambition where a young chef must navigate a cutthroat culinary competition and uncover the dark secrets behind the mythical dishes on the menu." Get ready for a journey of taste and danger as we delve into the unforgettable world of "The Menu".
The film starts Ralph Fienes as the mysterious chef and leading lady Anya Taylor-Joy as the protagonist. "The Menu" is a must-see film for fans of mystery, suspense, and exceptional cinematography. The film's talented cast, captivating storyline and visually stunning production design are just a few of the reasons why this film will be remembered as of the best of the year. Mark Mylod has once again proven his exceptional talent as a director, and audiences can look forward to more exciting projects from him in the future.
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