From memorable conversations to subtle storytelling cues, be they prank calls, missed calls, three-way calls, tapped calls or threatening calls, Will and Kevin dial into the phone call scenes that ring true, from "Scream" to "The Matrix." What hooks viewers, and what drives the plots with intense dialogue, dramatic pauses, and powerful performances?

For a complete list of films discussed on the show, check out The Best Bits on Letterboxd.

Music is from Epidemic.

You can contact the show via bestbitspodcast.com/contact. Please consider leaving a five-star review wherever you get your podcasts. It helps the show grow and allows others to discover it.

You can also support the show directly on Patreon and get an extra 100 bonus shows like film reviews, commentaries, and our Mini Bits podcast by clicking this link: patreon.com/bestbitspodcast

Thanks for listening!

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-best-bits/exclusive-content

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy