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A parody of Alien in Thanksgiving of Horror, The Simpsons

Springfield Googolplex: Alien with Dan Vebber

by Springfield Googolplex | November 18, 2025

Simpsons writer Dan Vebber helps us extend the spooky season, discussing his award-winning episode ”Thanksgiving of Horror” and its parody of Alien .

I Know What You Did Last Summer in Treehouse of Horror X, The Simpsons

Springfield Googolplex: I Know What You Did Last Summer

by Springfield Googolplex | October 28, 2025

Film critic Norm Wilner joins the Springfield Googolplex podcast to revisit I Know What You Did Last Summer and its parody in ”Treehouse of Horror X."

The Springfield Googolplex marquee from The Simpsons reads 50th Episode Special: AFI's 100 Years... 100 Movies." In the foreground, the Simpson family walks the red carpet.

Springfield Googolplex: AFI’s 100 Years…100 Movies vs The Simpsons

by Springfield Googolplex | October 22, 2025

The Springfield Googolplex podcast reorders AFI's ”100 Years”¦ 100 Movies” list by the number of times they were referenced on The Simpsons . Can they create a different canon of American film?

After Hours in Bart Sells His Soul, The Simpsons

Springfield Googolplex: After Hours

by Springfield Googolplex | September 30, 2025

The boys debate the virtues of Martin Scorsese's After Hours . At least they can agree ”Bart Sells His Soul” is pretty much a perfect Simpsons episode.

Springfield Googolplex: Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me

by Springfield Googolplex | September 16, 2025

Guest Allie Goertz joins Springfield Googolplex for the thrilling conclusion of ”Who Shot Mr. Burns? Part Two” and Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me .

The Fortune Cookie in "Bart Gets Hit by a Car," The Simpsons.

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 42: The Fortune Cookie

by Springfield Googolplex | April 1, 2025

Adam and Nate watch The Fortune Cookie, a forgotten movie that provided the plot for the Simpsons episode ”Bart Gets Hit by a Car” and more.

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 41: Oscars Special 2025

by Springfield Googolplex | March 18, 2025

In the latest episode of Springfield Googolplex, Nate and Adam review the Oscars and compare their top 5 movies of 2024.

Ben-Hur in A Star Is Burns, The Simpsons Banner

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 40: Ben-Hur

by Springfield Googolplex | March 6, 2025

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the epic Simpsons-Critic crossover ”A Star Is Burns,” the latest episode fills in an equally epic blind spot””Ben-Hur.

Wild Wild West in The Sweetest Apu, The Simpsons

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 39: Wild Wild West

by Springfield Googolplex | February 18, 2025

The pod revisits Barry Sonnenfeld's notorious flop Wild Wild West (1999) and its 8-legged Simpsons parody in ”The Sweetest Apu” (S13E19). Is this movie as bad as you remember?

The Terminator in Grift of the Magi, The Simpsons

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 38: The Terminator with Matt Lynch

by Springfield Googolplex | December 17, 2024

Critic/podcaster Matt Lynch joins Nate and Adam to unwrap Simpsons episode ”Grift of the Magi” and its spoof of The Terminator.

The Magic Christian in Homer vs Dignity, The Simpsons.

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 37: The Magic Christian

by Springfield Googolplex | November 19, 2024

Adam and Nate watch The Magic Christian, an adaptation of Terry Southern's satirical novel that inspired The Simpsons' ”Homer vs. Dignity.”

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 36: All the President’s Men with Devan Scott

by Springfield Googolplex | November 5, 2024

For their election special, Devan Scott joins the podcast to dissect All the President's Men and The @Simpsons' send up ”Sideshow Bob Roberts.”

Bram Stoker's Dracula in "Treehouse of Horror IV, The Simpsons

Springfield Googolplex Ep. 35: Bram Stoker’s Dracula with Dede Crimmins

by Springfield Googolplex | October 22, 2024

Film critic/horror aficionado Dede Crimmins helps Adam introduce Nate to Bram Stoker's Dracula and its Simpsons parody in "Treehouse of Horror IV."

Springfield Googolplex 34: Twilight Zone: The Movie with Matthew Simpson

by Springfield Googolplex | October 8, 2024

Matthew Simpson joins the pod to enter Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983), as well as The Simpsons' adaptations: Treehouse of Horror II and IV.

Spoiled Rotten 306: Revisiting Batman & Robin

by Spoiled Rotten | September 30, 2024

Another podcast team up as Nate & Adam of Springfield Googolplex join Ben & Daniel for Batman & Robin on Spoiled Rotten Podcast!

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With just 34 days before reporting to federal prison, Elizabeth Holmes invites filmmakers Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim into her home for an unrestricted look at her life. What begins as an offer of complete access becomes an unsettling exploration of truth, performance, and the difficulty of knowing who someone really is. Balancing uncomfortable humour with a fascinating sense of ambiguity, the documentary refuses to offer easy answers about Holmes or her carefully constructed public image. Through intimate cinematography, intricate editing, and Fielder’s signature awkwardness, it challenges audiences to question what they’re seeing, making for an ambitious, thought-provoking film that lingers long after it ends. 📝 Full review by Lyle Kruger now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Rest in peace, Tom Skerritt (1933–2026). A familiar and commanding presence on screen for more than six decades, Skerritt built a remarkable career across film and television, bringing a quiet authority and understated humanity to every role. From Captain Dallas in Alien and Viper in Top Gun to his performances in MASH*, The Turning Point, Steel Magnolias, and A River Runs Through It, he became part of some of cinema’s most enduring stories. On television, he earned an Emmy Award for his portrayal of Sheriff Jimmy Brock in Picket Fences, a role that showcased his ability to balance strength, warmth, and humour. Whether playing a military commander, a father, or a small-town sheriff, Skerritt had a way of making his characters feel grounded and real. With a career spanning generations and more than 170 film and television credits, he leaves behind a body of work that will continue to find new audiences. Thank you for the performances and the lasting mark you left on cinema.
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Street Fighter brings the iconic video game franchise back to the big screen, following estranged brothers Ryu and Ken as they reunite for the World Warrior Tournament. But with M. Bison plotting to harness the fighters’ power for his own sinister purposes, the competition soon becomes a battle for the fate of the world. Packed with spectacular fight sequences, nostalgic references, and a soundtrack that takes audiences straight back to the ’90s, the film delivers a major upgrade over its predecessor. With a perfectly matched cast, genuinely funny dialogue, and faithful recreations of the game’s signature moves, it balances fan service with entertaining action that newcomers can enjoy, too. 📝 Full review by Sarah Gopaul now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Whalefall follows Jay Gardiner, a young scuba diver who finds himself trapped inside a sperm whale and facing an increasingly desperate fight for survival. But as he struggles to escape before his oxygen runs out, the experience also forces him to confront unresolved grief and his complicated relationship with his late father. Led by Austin Abrams, the film delivers an intense underwater survival thriller with impressive technical work and a convincing sense of claustrophobia. However, its exploration of grief and family trauma struggles to match the tension of its central premise, relying on familiar character arcs and heavy-handed emotional beats that leave its themes feeling muddled. 📝 Full review by Mel Valentin now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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What does it mean to see and hear yourself represented on screen? In his feature directorial debut, California Schemin’, James McAvoy tells the true story of Scottish rappers Silibil N’ Brains, who found success by pretending to be American. In this interview with That Shelf, McAvoy discusses the importance of staying true to the Scottish identity at the heart of the film, bringing the duo’s story to life, and why everyone deserves to see their own experiences reflected in cinema. 📝 Full interview by Pat Mullen now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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The Social Reckoning revisits the world of Facebook, following data scientist Frances Haugen and Wall Street Journal journalist Jeff Horwitz as they investigate the company’s role in spreading harmful content and radicalizing users. Set between 2019 and 2021, the film examines the consequences of prioritizing profit over people in the social media industry. Despite tackling an urgent and relevant subject, Aaron Sorkin’s follow-up struggles to offer fresh insights into the damage caused by social media. While the story raises important questions about corporate responsibility and the power of technology, underdeveloped characters, an awkward central relationship, and uninspired direction prevent the film from reaching its full potential. 📝 Full review by Mel Valentin now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Six seasons into Slow Horses, Gary Oldman continues to find new layers in Jackson Lamb, the sharp-tongued, dishevelled spy at the centre of the series. In conversation with That Shelf at TIFF, Oldman reflects on playing Lamb over multiple seasons, the character’s history and hidden vulnerabilities, and the parallels between Lamb and another of his iconic spies, George Smiley. He also shares how adapting Mick Herron’s novels allows him to keep discovering new details about a character who carries years of history and baggage. 📝 Full interview by Pat Mullen now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother follows Latif, a devout Muslim and hitman whose life takes a turn after his wife’s death leaves him caring for their three children. With his infant refusing formula and their supply of breast milk running out, Latif must navigate a dangerous world of crime and violence while trying to provide for his family. Mahershala Ali delivers an extraordinary performance in this striking blend of crime thriller, dark comedy, and religious parable. Bassam Tariq explores faith, fatherhood, hypocrisy, and forgiveness without losing sight of the tenderness at the film’s heart. Despite some uneven pacing near the end, it’s a bold, moving, and unforgettable film that stands apart from anything else this year. 📝 Full review by Lyle Kruger now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Eva Marie Saint, one of the last silver-screen icons, has passed away at 102. She burst onto the scene with a magnificent supporting role opposite Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront — a role that earned her a Best Supporting Actress Oscar. She went on to memorable parts in North by Northwest, Raintree Country, The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit, Summer and Smoke, Exodus, and The Rainmaker. Her more recent roles included parts in Winter's Tale, Because of Winn-Dixie, and Superman Returns. Originally from Newark, she auditioned for Elia Kazan and was accepted into the Actors Studio, becoming one of a new generation of strong, method actors. One of the last of her Hollywood generation, she leaves us with an impressive career and legacy of over 6 decades! RIP.
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