Film Curious

The Drama Review - A24's New Dark Comedy’s Wild Twist & Who Really Is the Worst Character Here?

Ashley Bernhardt — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Film Curious, we cover one of A24’s latest theatrical releases, The Drama, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a happily engaged couple who is put to the test when an unexpected revelation sends their wedding week off the rails. We do a deep dive on this story’s psychological, anxiety-driven and, at times, darkly humorous sprint down the aisle, as well as pose questions the film seems to be asking, like who really is the terrible character here and are certain thoughts ever as bad or equal to actions?

Things We Mention in the Episode:

“I Don’t Like Mondays” Song by Boomtown Rats

Bowling for Columbine (Documentary)

Before Midnight (2013)

Unbreakable (2000) & Split (2016)

Remember Me (2010)

Guest Co-Host | Pete Tedone - Instagram

Timestamps

00:00 Highlight Clip from Episode

00:00:20 Intro - The Drama Background + Synopsis

00:02:44 SPOILERS⚠️ - The Drama’s “Wild Twist” - The Inciting Incident + Emma’s Revelation

00:9:08 The Drama Deep Dive Spoiler Discussion

00:59:01 Does The Drama Marketing Mislead Viewers + Does Its Twist Deserve a Trigger Warning

01:04:12 Side Story - Robert Pattinson Being in Another Movie w. Controversial American Moment - Remember Me

01:11:15 Wrap Up + Why You Should See The Drama in Theaters

01:13:26 Outro - Thanks for Listening! Don’t Forget to Subscribe! + Upcoming Episodes

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Project Hail Mary Review - Are Major Blockbusters Back & Is Ryan Gosling Always at the Center?

Ashley Bernhardt — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Film Curious, we’re exploring Amazon MGM Studios’ latest theatrical release, Project Hail Mary. From tangents debating Ryan Gosling’s “movie star” prowess (being at the helm of yet another major blockbuster), to fun homages and similarities to other space films, we review the joy Project Hail Mary brings to the big screen and how this story is the win we all need at the box office.

Things We Mention in the Episode:

Andy Weir (Author)

Adam Savage Behind the Scenes of Project Hail Mary!

NASA Artemis II Moon Mission

Close Encounters of the Third Kind (Film)

The Martian (Film)

Planet of the Apes (1968)

2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)

Explorers (1985)

Ryan Gosling Won’t Eat His Cereal Compilation by Ryan McHenry

Guest Co-Host | Pete Tedone - Instagram

Timestamps

00:00:00 | Highlight Clip from Episode

0:00:36 | Intro - Project Hail Mary Background + Synopsis

00:01:49 | Guest Co-Host Intro - Pete Tedone Background

00:03:59 | Project Hail Mary - Major Blockbuster + Ryan Gosling’s “Star Power”

00:13:25 | Amazon MGM Studio’s Most Ambitious Project Yet - Production Budget + Production Design & VFX

00:22:54 | ⚠️SPOILERS⚠️ - Project Hail Mary’s Homage to Close Encounters of the Third Kind

00:24:15 | Close Encounters of the Third Kind & Project Hail Mary Comparison

00:27:01 | Project Hail Mary Deep Dive Spoiler Discussion

00:50:36 | Phil Lord & Chris Miller’s Next Project

00:52:47 | Outro - Thanks for Listening! Don’t Forget to Subscribe! + Upcoming Episodes

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Welcome to Film Curious - The Movie Podcast for Every Kind of Film Lover

Ashley Bernhardt — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:52:19 -0400

Welcome to Film Curious, the movie review podcast that lets curiosity lead the way, exploring great films across genres and time.

Whether you’re a devoted film buff, a casual weekend moviegoer, or someone endlessly scrolling for something to watch, this is your podcast. No gatekeeping. Just a genuine love for the craft and an open mind about where it takes us.

This intro episode is for you to get to know what we’re all about and what you can expect from us.

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