In this episode, Michael and Tassoula hail a festival favorite, as they review THE KID WITH A BIKE. In the Last Five, Tassoula dresses up like Lorraine Baines McFly, while Michael suddenly finds chess interesting. They also give their share their opinions on TITANIC in 3D. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of THE KID WITH A BIKE 19:22 To Sum It Up 20:06 The Last Five 56:54 TITANIC in 3D Banter 1:17:28 Credits

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula bet that they are the last critics on the planet to weigh in on the TOP 10 of 2011. Michael also gives his report of the Cinequest Film Festivsal. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Top 10 of 2011 Discussion 43:28 Michael's Cinequest Report 1:04:08: Credits & Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula surprise each other with their OSCAR PICKS AND PREDICTIONS. They also announce their plans for Oscar night, and their March show topic. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Oscar Picks and Predictions, Part 1 17:29 Oscar Picks and Predictions, Part 2 46:31 Credits & Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula resume their tradition of rating the year in television during their 6th ANNUAL TELEBANTER. They also discuss the PARADISE LOST documentary trilogy. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 TOP 10 TV SHOWS of 2011 59:21 PARADISE LOST Discussion 1:22:42 Credits

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula fight with passion, as they disagree on SHAME. In the Last Five, Tassoula likes what she sees at the theater, while Michael makes it through another black-and-white classic. They also give their picks on those leading this season in award wins. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of SHAME 17:19 To Sum It Up 17:45 The Last Five 46:03 Award Season Roundup 1:06:01 Credits & Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula investigate the life of FBI legend Hoover, as they review J.EDGAR. In the Last Five®, both hosts return to their indie roots. They also respond to a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of J.EDGAR 20:40 To Sum It Up 21:22 The Last Five 53:00 Listener Last Five (Steven in Northern Virginia) 1:03:25 Credits & Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula get their political junkie fix, as they review THE IDES OF MARCH. In the Last Five, both hosts explore new music documentaries about two of their favorite bands. They also respond to feedback about their most recent show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of THE IDES OF MARCH 17:19 To Sum It Up 18:02 The Last Five 47:50 Listener Feedback (Anonymous in Sacramento) 57:25 Credits

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula wash their hands compulsively, as they review CONTAGION. In the Last Five, Tassoula catches up with a few older documentaries, while Michael revisits the first R rated film he ever saw. They also reveal their top five films of the year so far. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of CONTAGION 21:47 To Sum It Up 22:44 The Last Five 50:27 Top Five of the Year So Far 1:06:21 Credits

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula rejoice in the return of documentarian Errol Morris, as they review his latest film TABLOID. In the Last Five, the hosts disagree about a movie playing in theaters now. They also respond to a Listener Last Five and Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Discussion of TABLOID 13:34 To Sum It Up • 14:14 The Last Five 48:25 Listener Last Five® (Eric from San Mateo) & Listener Feedback (Chris) 57:09 Credits

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula gush at their favorite pair of romantic films, BEFORE SUNRISE and BEFORE SUNSET, to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Cinebanter. In the Last Five, Michael sees a profound documentary, while Tassoula revisits one of her favorite Michael J. Fox films. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro • 00:32 Discussion of BEFORE SUNRISE, Part 1 • 24:38 Discussion of BEFORE SUNRISE, Part 2 • 40:05 Discussion of BEFORE SUNSET • 1:10:06 The Last Five • 1:41:54 Credits