Raiders Of The Lost Podcast

Would you erase the memory of someone to spare yourself pain? In this episode, we dive deep into Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Michel Gondry and Charlie Kaufman’s unforgettable exploration of love, memory, heartbreak, and the strange ways we try to escape our own past. Together we break down the groundbreaking story, unpacking its nonlinear structure and the emotional journey of Joel and Clementine, while also going behind the scenes to explore how the film was brought to life. From its ingenious practical effects and in-camera tricks to its inventive production design and visual storytelling, we take a close look at the filmmaking craft that makes the movie feel both intimate and surreal. We also dig into the film’s bigger questions and philosophical ideas: Is forgetting pain actually worth losing the memories attached to it? Are our relationships defined by just the bad times? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two wildly different movies, two huge performances, and a lot to talk about this week. We’re diving into Primetime, with Robert Pattinson delivering a completely unhinged transformation into Chris Hansen, and Heart of the Beast, David Ayer’s brutal and emotional survival thriller starring Brad Pitt and a German Shepherd named Odin. From media obsession and fame to loyalty, trauma and survival, these movies could not be more different, but both give us plenty to unpack. Primetime takes the rise of To Catch a Predator and turns it into something bizarre, funny and increasingly sinister, exploring the collision of journalism, entertainment, fame and public punishment. We break down Pattinson’s incredible performance, Lance Oppenheim’s surreal direction and the gorgeous early-2000s film aesthetic that makes it one of the most visually interesting movies of the year. Then we head into the wilderness for Heart of the Beast, where a simple story about a retired Green Beret and his former combat dog becomes a powerful story about PTSD, loyalty, mortality and the bond between two veterans who have already survived hell together. We break down Brad Pitt’s restrained performance, the stunning New Zealand photography, the emotional ending and the incredible behind-the-scenes work that brought Odin to life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Avengers is back on top of the box office as the Endgame re-release beats out Primetime and Heart Of The Beast. New trailers for Werwulf and Day Drinker stun, Digger prepares its global release, plus Gremlins 3, Ray Gunn, Godzilla Minus Zero, Clayface, Madden, The Last Of Us, Nathan Fielder, Family Guy, Mary Poppins and so much more! Table Of Contents: 2:03 (Box Office)6:04 (Digger)7:21 (Werewolf)11:03 (Gremlins 3)13:05 (Skywalker)14:24 (Johnny Depp)16:02 (NY Times TV Shows)17:56 (Sopranos)19:17 (Mad Men)25:03 (Digger)27:17 (Godzilla)28:00 (Ray Gunn)28:45 (Madden)31:08 (Clayface)31:56 (Tom Holland)33:21 (Letterboxd Sale)35:05 (Nathan Fielder)36:04 (The Last of Us 3)36:57 (Blair Witch)37:59 (Family Guy Halloween)38:38 (Ari Aster)39:26 (Mary Poppins)41:43 (Digger Not A Musical) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A24 just crashed the summer box office party and outperformed some of Hollywood’s biggest studios in the process. In this episode, we break down how the indie powerhouse went from cult favorites and arthouse hits to competing directly with Warner Bros., Paramount, Disney, Universal, and Amazon MGM. With Backrooms exploding past $400 million worldwide, A24 suddenly looks a lot less like the scrappy outsider and a lot more like a serious Hollywood threat. We’re breaking down the biggest hits, the most painful flops, and the insane amount of money studios gambled on movies audiences simply didn’t show up for. A24 is getting bigger, bolder, and more commercial every year. So is this just one incredible summer, or are we watching the birth of Hollywood’s next major studio? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil is finally here, and it may be one of the greatest video game adaptations ever made. In this episode, we break down Cregger’s wild, hilarious, disgusting, and relentlessly entertaining trip through Raccoon City, Austin Abrams’ brilliant performance as Bryan, and why this completely original story manages to capture the DNA of Resident Evil better than almost any adaptation before it. We dive deep into the incredible filmmaking, from Dariusz Wolski’s cinematography and the first person and over the shoulder gameplay inspired camerawork to the practical creatures, insane body horror, brutal kills, and constantly escalating environments. We also explore the massive collection of video game references, including green herbs, typewriters, weapon upgrades, ammo management, the diamond key, Umbrella, Raccoon City, mutated dogs, sewers, laboratories, and boss fights. Most importantly, we discuss why Cregger’s approach works so well. He didn’t simply adapt the story of a Resident Evil game. He adapted the experience of playing one. Every new location feels like another level, every weapon feels like an upgrade, every bullet matters, and every monster is worse than the last. We’re breaking down the entire movie, its craziest moments, Easter eggs, production stories, and that absolutely insane ending. SPOILERS AHEAD. Table of Contents: 05:09 (Production)07:13 (Fiber Optic Lenses)15:28 (Emotion)19:45 (The Thing)24:23 (Boss Origins)32:01 (Farmhouse)40:42 (The Girl)45:49 (Sewer)50:28 (Jump Street)53:24 (Skyscraper)59:02 (Lab) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices