Cinebanter

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula bicker about the amount of funny in TROPIC THUNDER. They also deliver their Last Five, respond to a Listener Last Five from Australia, and discuss the classic TOKYO STORY in the From the Queue segment. Tassoula's long-awaited interview with Oscar-winning screenwriter Alan Ball, who spoke with her during the Seattle International Film Festival, closes out the show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 TROPIC THUNDER DISCUSSION 14:21 To Sum It Up 14:46 The Last Five 24:20 Listener Last Five (Michelle in Sydney) 30:48 From the Queue: TOKYO STORY 36:11 Tassoula's interview with ALAN BALL 55:33 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula survey sex and stoners in their double review featuring THE LAST MISTRESS and PINEAPPLE EXPRESS. During the Last Five, Michael enjoys a trip to Belgium, while Tassoula climbs aboard that CARRIER Michael has been raving about. And in the final segment, they announce what their next film will be. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:30 THE LAST MISTRESS Discussion 14:35 To Sum It Up 15:20 PINEAPPLE EXPRESS Discussion 34:35 To Sum It Up 35:15 The Last Five 1:01:10 Show Notes/Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula shower due praise on the exciting French film TELL NO ONE. During the Last Five, Michael catches up with some classics, while Tassoula revisits one of the all-time great blockbusters, and in Listener Feedback, they both respond to comments and theories about THE DARK KNIGHT. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:26 TELL NO ONE Discussion, Part 1 17:00 TELL NO ONE Discussion, Part 2 30:15 To Sum It Up 31:10 The Last Five® 53:45 Listener Feedback 1:01:30 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula unite with their critic peers as they review the universally praised Batman flick THE DARK KNIGHT. During the Last Five, they have a terrible battle over the merits of WALL-E, and in the Listener Last Five, they get their sunshine stolen AND hear from a girl (who isn't Tassoula). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE DARK KNIGHT Discussion 25:22 To Sum It Up 25:48 The Last Five® 51:28 Listener Last Fives (Len in PA and Kate in VA)/Show Notes 1:05:46 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula travel back in time to review 1949's THE THIRD MAN. During the Last Five, Tassoula indulges in a guilty pleasure, while Michael experiences a profound documentary. Average Matt also returns to the show with his review of PRINCE CASPIAN and Tassoula names her 5 Favorite Films from the recent Seattle International Film Festival. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE THIRD MAN Discussion 16:23 To Sum It Up 16:47 The Last Five 25:36 Average Matt 32:10 Tassoula's 5 Favorites from SIFF 49:29 Show Notes 51:56 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula split the difference and tackle two films: SEX AND THE CITY and YOU DON'T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN. During the Last Five, Tassoula is left in stitches by a new Rainn Wilson comedy, while Michael confesses to a bad impulse pick. The hosts also respond to a Listener Last Five and review THE WOODSMAN during From the Queue. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro  00:32 SEX AND THE CITY Discussion 08:47 To Sum It Up (SATC) 09:02 YOU DON'T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN Discussion 19:22 To Sum It Up (ZOHAN) 19:55 The Last Five 44:00 Listener Last Five (12-year-old Charlie) 50:26 From the Queue 56:46 Show Notes 57:41 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula long for more from THE VISITOR, which stars Richard Jenkins. During the Last Five, Michael is impressed by an indie from 2007, while Tassoula bonds with a single-female exploration on Sundance. The hosts also respond to Listener Feedback and defend their love of TITANIC. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE VISITOR Discussion 16:41 To Sum It Up 17:11 The Last Five 47:18 From the Queue 54:11 Listener Feedback (Matt in Ogden) 1:02:13 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Tassoula talks to Director Rufus Williams and Lead Actor Andrew Bowen from the new film BUTTERFLY DREAMING, which will premiere at the Seattle International Film Festival on May 29.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula unify in their praise for IRON MAN, which stars the ever-charismatic Robert Downey, Jr. During the Last Five, Michael gushes over a military movie (of all things), while Tassoula survives a popular animated flick. The hosts also respond to Listener Feedback about their shows on SNOW ANGELS and FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 IRON MAN Discussion 23:53 To Sum It Up 24:19 The Last Five® 48:43 Listener Feedback (Steven in Milwaukie and Charlie in Northern Virginia) 56:06 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula realize Judd Apatow is not infallible during their review of FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL. During the Last Five, Michael angers several foreign countries with his pronunciations of their films, while Tassoula dives into the first English-language film from Wong Kar Wai. The hosts also respond to two Listener Last Fives from some of their longtime listeners. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL Discussion 21:17 To Sum It Up 21:45 The Last Five 52:09 Listener Last Fives (Scott in Florida and Paul in the UK) 1:04:48 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula tangle over the topic of abuse in SNOW ANGELS. During the Last Five, Michael goes high brow, while Tassoula continues her Errol Morris marathon. The hosts also announce what movie they'll see for their big 50th episode on May 5. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 SNOW ANGELS Discussion 22:50 To Sum It Up 23:23 The Last Five® 51:24 Show Notes 52:19 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula kinda-sorta disagree as they discuss Kimberly Peirce's new film STOP-LOSS. During the Last Five®, Michael reveals which film he actually turned off before the ending, and Tassoula goes on a documentary binge. The hosts also respond to a Listener Top 10 and a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 STOP-LOSS Discussion 28:31 To Sum It Up 29:09 The Last Five® 51:02  Listener Top 10 (Branden in Houston)/Listener Last Five®(Domingo in Lawrenceville) 1:04:58 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula find more than a few things wrong with the royal drama THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL, which just happens to star two American hotties. During the Last Five, Michael sings the praises of Errol Morris while Tassoula adds a senior citizen choir to her list of must-see concerts. The hosts also respond to a Listener Last Five, a Listener Top 10 of 2007, and Michael provides a special report about his time at the recent Cinequest Film Festival. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL Discussion 10:07 To Sum It Up 10:55 The Last Five®/Listener Last Five®(Chris in NY)/Listener Top 10 of 2007 (Scott in Florida) 47:26 Michael's Five Favorites from the Cinequest Film Festival 1:00:09 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula arrive late to the party (for the second year in a row) by revealing their TOP 10 OF 2007 in March of 2008. They also share Listener Feedback about their controversial TELEBANTER episode. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Top 10 of 2007 Discussion 48:27 Listener Feedback 1:03:20 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula gush over their favorite band's latest venture during their review of U2 3D and also share their Oscar picks and predictions in the major categories. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 U2 3D Discussion 13:19 To Sum It Up 14:04 Oscar® Picks and Predictions 42:14 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula journey through the exceptional year of television that was 2007 in their 2nd ANNUAL TELEBANTER edition of the show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 TELEBANTER Discussion 56:50 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula believe in the genius that is Daniel Day-Lewis as they review THERE WILL BE BLOOD. During the Last Five, Michael carries the banner for a powerful new documentary and Tassoula immerses herself in the world of U2. The hosts also respond to a Listener Last Five and announce their next show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THERE WILL BE BLOOD Discussion 26:53 To Sum It Up 27:21 The Last Five®/Listener Last Five® (Chase in Virginia)/Show Notes 1:05:28 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula can't stop talking about the indie hit JUNO. During the Last Five, Michael surprises Tassoula with an impromptu serenade and she praises the filmgoing habits of Alaska residents. The hosts also respond to a Listener Last Five, announce their next show and clue listeners in on how they can see a movie with Tassoula later this month. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 JUNO Discussion 39:53 To Sum It Up 40:22 The Last Five 56:51 Listener Last Five (Scott in Florida)/Show Notes 1:05:04 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula scoff at a plethora of undeserving films and also praise a few as they discuss Non-Oscar Award Nominations. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 INDIE SPIRIT AWARD NOMS Discussion 11:40 Song: "Flip Phone With a Disco Ring Tone" by Mark Cummins and Brad Daane 15:29 GOLDEN GLOBE AWARD NOMS Discussion (film only) 29:26 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula scold Tassoula for choosing MARGOT AT THE WEDDING to review. During the Last Five, Michael reaches the height of film snobbery and Tassoula offers an early peek at Johnny Depp's latest. The hosts also respond to a Listener Last Five and announce the results of a recent Scene It game. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 MARGOT AT THE WEDDING Discussion  08:45 To Sum It Up 09:17 The Last Five 41:30 Listener Last Five (John in Seattle) 47:00 Scene It Results/Show Notes 52:23 Credits and Outtakes