In this episode, Michael and Tassoula head back to the school of life as they review AN EDUCATION. In The Last Five, Michael is impressed with one of the Secret Movie Club selections, while Tassoula suffers through some duds. The hosts also respond to a Listener Last Five and mail in regard to their BRIGHT STAR episode. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 AN EDUCATION Discussion 22:55 To Sum It Up 23:49 The Last Five 55:34 Listener Last Five (Miran in Toronto) and Listener Feedback 1:07:10 Credits & Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula take a trip down memory lane and look back on Cinebanter shows 11 through 20, which aired between November of 2006 and February of 2007. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Introduction 00:57 Episode 11: Tassoula and her "re-casting" 02:37 Episode 12: Make for Refund 04:26 Episode 13: Type it, Tassoula 06:28 Episode 14: To Catch a Predator 10:02 Episode 15: Michael's Chosen Director 14:47 Episode 16: Live from Kinko's 19:01 Episode 17: Mental Gymnastics 22:55 Episode 18: Shut up! 26:24 Episode 19: "I might have insomnia, but you have narcolepsy." 30:11 Episode 20: The Epitome of Yentas 34:02 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula witness a thing of beauty as they review Jane Campion's BRIGHT STAR. In The Last Five, Michael enjoys some classic Hitchcock, while Tassoula immerses herself in U2 during a national academic conference. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BRIGHT STAR Discussion 10:34 To Sum It Up 11:33 The Last Five 39:05 Credits & Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula follow the trail of THE INFORMANT! as portrayed by Matt Damon. In The Last Five, Michael searches for the ultimate in depression films, while Tassoula remembers the late Patrick Swayze. The hosts also respond to Listener Feedback about their most recent show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE INFORMANT! Discussion 12:25 To Sum It Up 12:49 The Last Five 43:39 Listener Feedback 48:41 Credits & Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula avoid current films to instead review the 1960 classic L'AVVENTURA. In The Last Five, Michael finds another freaky Asian flick, while Tassoula recounts two of the most romantic films in existence. The hosts also respond to two Listener Last Fives and Listener Feedback about their most recent show. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 00:32 L'AVVENTURA Discussion 14:10 To Sum It Up 14:35 The Last Five 49:15 Listener Last Fives (Nathan in Lincoln; Scott in Tallahassee) & Feedback 1:06:04 Credits & Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula consider the moral and social implications of DISTRICT 9. In The Last Five, Michael dislikes one of his partner's recommendations, while Tassoula suffers through a horrible chick flick. The hosts also respond to two Listener Last Fives. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 DISTRICT 9 Discussion 16:32 To Sum It Up 17:09 The Last Five 42:36 Listener Last Fives (Dave in Baltimore; Jordan in South Bend) 57:02 Credits & Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula spend 500 hours talking about 500 DAYS OF SUMMER, creating their longest show ever recorded. And in The Last Five®, Michael catches up with a bromance comedy, while Tassoula discovers an Australian classic. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 500 DAYS OF SUMMER Discussion 51:48 To Sum It Up 52:13 The Last Five 1:27:36 Credits & Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula blow up over the intensity of THE HURT LOCKER, then compare the work to BEAU TRAVAIL since both are war movies directed by women. In The Last Five, Michael watches a favorite television actor in a terrible movie, while Tassoula live tweets a guilty pleasure drunk. Plus, the hosts respond to Listener Feedback from prior shows. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE HURT LOCKER Discussion 27:52 To Sum It Up 28:30 BEAU TRAVAIL Discussion 36:00 The Last Five® 1:09:43 Listener Feedback 1:15:47 Credits

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula raise a glass to their 3rd year together as co-hosts with a double show featuring PUBLIC ENEMIES and DEAR ZACHARY: A LETTER TO A SON ABOUT HIS FATHER. In the Last Five, Michael heads to film class with Hitchcock, while Tassoula honors the recently departed Karl Malden. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 PUBLIC ENEMIES Discussion 17:39 To Sum It Up 19:27 DEAR ZACHARY: A LETTER TO A SON ABOUT HIS FATHER Discussion 31:06 To Sum It Up 31:41 The Last Five® 55:11 Listener Last Fives (Scott in Florida and Cynthia in California) 1:04:02 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula gasp in horror at each other's reaction to the new Sam Raimi flick DRAG ME TO HELL. Plus, Tassoula reveals her top five movies from the 35th annual Seattle International Film Festival. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 DRAG ME TO HELL Discussion 27:13 To Sum It Up 28:07 SIFF 2009 50:38 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula rise to this occasion by reviewing the animated feature UP. In the Last Five®, Michael demands that Tassoula see a specific documentary before he elaborates on it, while Tassoula revisits an early Pixar favorite. They also respond to listener feedback and agree to disagree on Eli Stone. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro  00:32 UP Discussion 20:31 To Sum It Up 21:23 The Last Five® 49:49 Listener Feedback/Eli Stone discussion 1:00:34 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula reverse the clock and review the French classic BREATHLESS. And in the Last Five, Michael talks up a good film from his Secret Movie Club while Tassoula heads to the multiplex for a popcorn blockbuster. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 BREATHLESS Discussion 18:27 To Sum It Up 18:59 The Last Five 47:26 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula cross the border with the hopeful immigrants of SIN NOMBRE. In the Last Five, Michael becomes a Klingon, while Tassoula is brought to tears by a Disney movie. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 SIN NOMBRE Discussion 19:09 To Sum It Up 20:08 The Last Five 1:04:59 Credits and Outtake

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula seduce their listeners with talk of the sweet life in LA DOLCE VITA. In the Last Five®, Michael takes the episode number to heart with a Breillat marathon, while Tassoula bravely weighs in on a film made my Michael's pals. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 LA DOLCE VITA Discussion 20:22 To Sum It Up 21:04 The Last Five® 1:01:48 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula classify their conflicting opinions of DUPLICITY. In the Last Five, Michael provides listeners with deja vu, while Tassoula revisits the 50s—twice. In the Listener Feedback segment, the hosts respond to several Top 10 of 2008 lists. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 DUPLICITY Discussion 22:14 To Sum It Up 22:46 The Last Five 45:15 Listener Feedback (3) 59:56 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula give detention to the filmmakers of THE CLASS, for unfortunately disappointing them. In the Last Five, Michael stays fiercely indie, while Tassoula finally gets to a show that sold out in 2005. In the Listener Last Five segment, the hosts respond to an overflowing mailbag. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE CLASS Discussion 15:15 To Sum It Up 15:43 The Last Five 41:54 Listener Last Five 55:53 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula avoid current films for one more episode as they present their 3rd ANNUAL TELEBANTER edition, featuring their faves from the small screen in 2008. Michael also provides his report from the recent Cinequest Film Festival in San Jose, and the hosts announce what their next show will be about (hint: it's a movie). The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 TELEBANTER Discussion, Part 1 11:18 TELEBANTER Discussion, Part 2 23:29 TELEBANTER Discussion, Part 3 41:28 Michael's report from Cinequest 19 59:37 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula, true to form, may just be the last critics to name their TOP 10 OF 2008. They also indulge listeners with a special segment "I Was Happy to Have Caught up With..." The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Top 10 of 2008 Discussion, Part 1 10:50 Top 10 of 2008 Discussion, Part 2 21:27 Top 10 of 2008 Discussion, Part 3 37:37 I Was Happy to Have Caught Up With... 46:10 Credits and Outtakes

In this announcement, Michael and Tassoula explain their upcoming coverage of the Spirit Awards on Saturday, and the Oscars on Sunday.

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula lick the envelopes and seal their choices for this year's Oscar winners. They also reach deep into the Cinebanter mailbag to respond to Listener Feedback. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Oscar Pics and Predictions 38:12 Cinebanter Mailbag 51:20 Credits and (lots of) Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula bring it as they review THE WRESTLER and REVOLUTIONARY ROAD. And in the Last Five, they both have something to say about Clint Eastwood's latest flick. The breakdown is as follows: 00:32 THE WRESTLER Discussion 23:58 To Sum It Up 24:54 REVOLUTIONARY ROAD Discussion 45:06 To Sum It Up 45:35 The Last Five 1:03:53 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula age rapidly while recounting the 166 minutes of their life given to viewing THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON. In the Last Five, Michael remembers the magic of Marylin Monroe, while Tassoula gets snowed in with holiday hits. In addition, the hosts respond to a Listener Last Five. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Discussion - Part 1 17:17 THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON Discussion - Part 2 33:20 To Sum It Up 34:18 The Last Five 49:02 Listener Last Five (Aaron in Washington, DC) 1:03:07 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula rewind the year in independent film as they reveal their picks for the Spirit Awards. Plus, the duo catch up on some of their mail in an extended Listener Last Five segment. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 Spirit Award Nominations Discussion 19:29 Listener Last Fives® (Dave in Huntington Beach and Glenn in Stoughton) 36:09 Listener Last Five® (Jordan in South Bend) 48:05 Credits and Outtakes

In this episode, Michael and Tassoula differ in their degrees of praise for MILK. In the Last Five, Michael excitedly travels to the slums of India, while Tassoula takes a lengthy trip through Australia. The breakdown is as follows: 00:00 Intro 00:32 MILK Discussion - Part 1 18:04 MILK Discussion - Part 2 Break 32:58 To Sum It Up 33:34 The Last Five® 1:02:52 Credits and Outtakes