In this episode, Michael and Tassoula concur that the Coen brothers have outdone themselves in their review of their latest flick NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN. During the Last Five, Michael discusses a contender in the Best Foreign Film Oscar® category and Tassoula welcomes the holiday season. To close out the show, the hosts announce what they'll review next. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN Discussion 26:12 To Sum It Up 26:52 The Last Five/Show Notes 50:10 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula go ghetto as they review the superstar-studded AMERICAN GANGSTER. In their Last Five, Michael defends Ang Lee's latest and Tassoula confesses to seeing an animated film...by choice. To close out the show, the hosts respond to a Listener Last Five and announce what they'll review next. The breakdown is as follows:
00:00 Intro 00:32 AMERICAN GANGSTER Discussion 24:39 To Sum It Up 25:15 The Last Five® 42:21 Listener Last Five® (Ellen from NY)/Show Notes 49:15 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula venture into the Alaskan wilderness for their review of INTO THE WILD. In their Last Five, Tassoula gives Michael the dish on the latest cinema sex scenes. And to close out the show, the pair resurrects their segment What Went Wrong at the Theater due to an experience Tassoula recently had. The breakdown is as follows:
00:00 Intro 00:32 INTO THE WILD Discussion Break 30:44 To Sum It Up Break 31:10 The Last Five Break 47:35 What Went Wrong at the

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula cringe at the directionless musical, ACROSS THE UNIVERSE, which was chosen by their listeners to review. In their Last Five, they battle over the worth of Cronenberg's latest, and discuss some difficult-to-watch documentaries. The post-script has Tassoula resting her case about a recent debate and tells of what's coming next. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 ACROSS THE UNIVERSE Discussion 17:47 KING OF KONG Discussion, Part 2 26:24 To Sum It Up
27:12 The Last Five 57:51 Post Script/Show Notes 1:00:00 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula reminisce about life in the 80s and occasionally refer back to the film they're reviewing, THE KING OF KONG: A FISTFUL OF QUARTERS. In their Last Five®, Michael is all boy with back-to-back Michael Bay choices, while Tassoula finally gets around to watching a trilogy Michael's been bugging her to see. They also ask for listener's help in an announcement at the end of the show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 KING OF KONG Discussion, Part 117:47 KING OF KONG Discussion, Part 2 33:02 To Sum It Up
33:46 The Last Five®/Show Notes 57:50 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula explain why SUPERBAD was funny, yet flawed. AVERAGE MATT also weighs in on the comedy, and the hosts deliver their Last Five, discussing everything from middle-aged virgins to men on the moon. They also comment on a Listener Last Five and announce the movies they're choosing between for Cinebanter 39. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 SUPERBAD Discussion 17:57 To Sum It Up 18:25 Average Matt 25:46 The Last Five®/Listener Last Five® (Scott in Florida)/Show Notes 55:30 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula touch on each of the vignettes and celebrities featured in THE TEN. They also share their Last Five, and discuss visiting movie locations in LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...their impromptu third segment. The breakdown is as follows:
00:00 Intro 00:32 THE TEN Discussion 26:34 To Sum It Up 27:18 The Last Five 44:43 Location, Location, Location 1:01:59 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula try to figure out what's missing from THE SIMPSONS MOVIE. They also share their Last Five®, and respond to a Listener Last Five from Chris in the UK. To close out the episode, they make a special scheduling announcement. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE SIMPSONS MOVIE Discussion 14:29 To Sum It Up 15:12 The Last Five/Listener Last Five 54:35 Show Notes and SPECIAL SCHEDULING ANNOUNCEMENT 53:40 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula commemorate the first anniversary of their show by taping their review of BROKEN ENGLISH in the same studio. They also share their Last Five®, and MichaelVox joins Average Matt at his home studio for a joint discussion of RATATOUILLE. Tassoula and MichaelVox close out the episode with some show notes (and a lot of outtakes). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BROKEN ENGLISH Discussion 23:02 To Sum It Up 23:34 The Last Five® 35:08 Average Matt (with MichaelVox) 50:14 Tassoula's RATATOUILLE rebuttal 51:50 Show Notes 53:40 Credits and (several) Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula pray they won't get sick as they reflect on SICKO. They also share their Last Five, and discuss the IMDB top 20 documentaries. Tassoula closes out the episode with some show notes. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 SICKO Discussion 27:23 To Sum It Up 28:05 The Last Five 42:31 Documentaries Discussion 55:54 Show Notes 58:26 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula pick apart the good and the bad from the collection of short films PARIS JE T'AIME. They also share their Last Five® and to close out the show, Average Matt returns with his review of SHREK THE THIRD. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 PARIS JE T'AIME Discussion 22:40 To Sum It Up 23:29 The Last Five® 42:41 Average Matt 50:27 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula deliver a bundle of joyful thoughts on the comedy KNOCKED UP, starring Seth Rogen and Katherine Heigl. They also share their Last Five®, which sparks a GODFATHER vs. GOODFELLAS debate. The show concludes with a special interview Tassoula conducted at the Seattle International Film Festival with the filmmakers from CTHULHU. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 KNOCKED UP Discussion 17:01 To Sum It Up 17:34 The Last Five 31:52 Tassoula’s interview with CTHULHU filmmakers 50:59 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula dish out some Keri-Russell-worship-but-this-film's-not-perfect critic pie in their review of WAITRESS. They also deliver their Last Five and enter into a lengthy discussion about ONCE. The show concludes with a special Seattle International Film Festival report from Tassoula. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 WAITRESS Discussion 13:43 To Sum It Up 14:24 The Last Five/Listener Last Five 51:41 Special Report from Tassoula at the Seattle International Film Festival 1:03:34 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula giggle about Tobey Maguire's character-defining bangs in SPIDER-MAN 3. They also deliver their Last Five and enter into a lengthy discussion about the documentary THE BRIDGE. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 SPIDER-MAN 3 Discussion 31:13 To Sum It Up 31:52 The Last Five (and discussion of THE BRIDGE) 55:50 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula pick apart the funny in HOT FUZZ. They also deliver their Last Five, and close out the episode with a few SHOW NOTES. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 HOT FUZZ Discussion 13:03 To Sum It Up 13:36 The Last Five 34:53 Show Notes 38:27 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula chuckle about wartime lingerie rations in their review of BLACK BOOK. They also deliver their Last Five, and Tassoula presents Michael with a quote quiz to pay him back for the 80s soundtrack challenge in the GRINDHOUSE episode. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BLACK BOOK Discussion, Part 1 12:55 BLACK BOOK Discussion, Part 2 22:59 To Sum It Up 23:28 The Last Five 41:47 Tassoula's Quote Quiz for Michael 1:01:31 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula compare the merits of Robert Rodriguez’s PLANET TERROR and Quentin Tarantino’s DEATH PROOF in their review of GRINDHOUSE. They also deliver their Last Five® and discuss the sexiest teen flicks of the '80s. At the end of the show, Michael surprises Tassoula with a quiz about music from ‘80s movies. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 GRINDHOUSE Discussion 21:29 To Sum It Up 22:11 The Last Five® 47:01 Sexy 80s Teen Flicks chat 54:21 Michael's Music Quiz 1:05:05 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula admit to feeling disappointed in THE LOOKOUT. They also deliver their Last Five and respond to Listener Feedback. Tassoula also shares a post-show special announcement to wrap things up. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE LOOKOUT Discussion 14:18 To Sum It Up 14:52 The Last Five® 29:23 Listener Feedback 36:23 Special Announcement 37:39 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula wish to send Kal Penn back to White Castle due to his weak performance in THE NAMESAKE. They also deliver their Last Five, and Average Matt returns to share his thoughts on MY SUPER EX-GIRLFRIEND. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro  00:32 THE NAMESAKE Discussion 24:13 To Sum It Up 24:53 The Last Five 53:28 Average Matt 1:00:31 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula acknowledge David Fincher's brilliance in crafting ZODIAC. They also deliver their Last Five and share recent Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 ZODIAC Discussion, Part 1 20:09 ZODIAC Discussion, Part 2 26:29 The Last Five 49:55 Listener Feedback 58:46 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula take their banter to the small screen as they reveal their Top 10 television shows of 2006. Also, Michael offers a special report about his viewings at the 17th Annual Cinequest Film Festival in San Jose, California.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula agree that Chris Cooper is brilliant in BREACH. They also deliver their Last Five and share recent Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BREACH Discussion 09:34 To Sum It Up 10:08 The Last Five 39:26 Listener Feedback 44:33 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula announce their plans for blogging during the Independent Spirit Awards and the Oscars. Tune in to find out when you should log on to cinebanter.com and join in the excitement.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula offer an uncharacteristically brief review of THE PAINTED VEIL, starring Edward Norton and Naomi Watts. They also deliver their Last Five® and share their Oscar picks and predictions for Sunday’s ceremony. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE PAINTED VEIL Discussion 9:31 To Sum It Up 10:03 The Last Five® 30:02 Oscar Picks and Predictions 50:05 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula each share their Top 10 Films of 2006.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula enjoy the acting performances in THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND despite the story's flaws. They also deliver their Last Five, respond to two Listener Last Five lists, and respond to more feedback about their CHILDREN OF MEN show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND Discussion 25:53 TO SUM IT UP 26:19 The Last Five 47:11 Listener Last Five 56:33 Listener Feedback 1:04:00 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula applaud the amazing creativity of PAN'S LABYRINTH. They also deliver their Last Five and digress into a full-on tangent about the overrated film DREAMGIRLS. Michael also tells us What Went Wrong at the Theater and both hosts respond to feedback about their CHILDREN OF MEN show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 PAN's LABYRINTH Discussion 18:46 TO SUM IT UP 19:29 The Last Five®/DREAMGIRLS Rant (mini-spoilers) 50:35 What Went Wrong at the Theater 54:06 Listener Feedback 1:02:54 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula share some laughs about Michael's interpretation of VOLVER. They also deliver their Last Five, a Listener Last Five, and Michael tells us What Went Wrong at the Theater as this featured segment returns. And to wrap things up, the hosts respond to some Listener Feedback from across the pond. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 VOLVER Discussion Break 13:21 TO SUM IT UP Break 13:57 The Last Five/Listener Last Five Break 43:59 What Went Wrong at the Theater Break 49:03 Listener Feedback 55:01 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula have a dreadful fight over the effectiveness of CHILDREN OF MEN, starring Clive Owen. They also share their Last Five® and their picks for the upcoming SAG Awards on January 28. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 CHILDREN OF MEN Discussion 26:16 TO SUM IT UP 27:02 The Last Five® 40:23 SAG Award Picks 51:48 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula give props to the young Jaden Smith during their review of THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS (which also stars Jaden's dad Will). They also share their Last Five®, discuss a Listener Last Five, welcome Average Matt back to the Cinebanter studios, and respond to Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS Discussion 17:31 TO SUM IT UP 18:19 The Last Five/Listener Last Five 44:29 Average Matt 50:35 Listener Feedback 58:48 Credits and outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula battle over the merit of BLOOD DIAMOND, which stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Djimon Hounsou. They also share their Last Five®, and argue about Premiere Magazine's recent Overrated Films feature. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BLOOD DIAMOND Discussion Break 21:30 TO SUM IT UP Break 22:01 The Last Five Break 33:55 Overrated Films Pow-wow 1:04:59 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula lament the unnecessary amount of characters featured in BOBBY, which stars half of Hollywood. They also share their Last Five, comment on a Listener Last Five, and weigh in on the recent Independent Spirit Award nominations. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro • 00:32 BOBBY Discussion • Break • 22:07 TO SUM IT UP • Break • 22:46 The Last Five • Break • 39:37 Listener Last Five • Break • 44:11 Independent Spirit Award Nominations Discussion • 58:26 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula marvel at the complexities of suburban life portrayed in LITTLE CHILDREN starring Kate Winslet and Patrick Wilson. They also share their Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 LITTLE CHILDREN Discussion Break 49:33 TO SUM IT UP Break 50:10 The Last Five 1: 03:40 Credits and outtakes