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The Take-Up Podcast

The Take-Up
One Battle After Another
Hot Fuzz
Taxi Driver
Far From Heaven
M. Night Shyamalan
Signs
Thomas Pynchon
Paul Thomas Anderson
Buddy Cop Genre
Edgar Wright
The Graduate
Mike Nichols
Wes Anderson
Rushmore
St. Louis Magazine
Max Fischer
Bill Murray
No Country For Old Men
Vineland
Sean Penn

The Lens is now The Take-Up, a new place to gather when the film is over. The format is still the same, only a little refocused. Each episode, film critics Joshua Ray and Andrew Wyatt review new releases, talk pop culture, play absurd film trivia games, and process one film in their special programs. Special guests join with their own selections for series like Queer ‘90s, Cannes Winners, Nora/Nan... more

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Film critic Dr. Diane Carson spills the beans on director Kleber Mendonça Filho’s latest political thriller The Secret Agent! Together with Josh and Andrew, the trio give praise to its pointed commentary on the Fifth Brazilian Republic and darkly com... more

Max Havey of STL Magazine shares with Josh and Andrew a film he holds dear, Wes Anderson’s Rushmore! A beloved staple from Anderson’s early stage in his career, the hosts dive into the comedy of this odd coming-of-age tale, Havey’s last-minute Wes An... more

Drew Wendt of Do You Like Apples? has one word to say to Josh and Andrew, just one word: Garfunkel.

This week, Drew seduces our hosts into talking about Mike Nichols’ New Hollywood classic The Graduate, a film that appears to defy its reputation as ... more

Switching things up a bit, Josh and Andrew go to the French countryside with Alain Guiraudie’s Misericordia. Featuring an opening French lesson/cameo by Josh’s husband, our hosts get into the intricacies of this dark comedy-thriller, including its ob... more

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Recent Guests

Max Havey
Writer with St. Louis Magazine, often writing about film, music, comedy, and art.
St. Louis Magazine
Episode: Rushmore (with Max Havey)
Drew Wendt
Podcast host from Do You Like Apples
Do You Like Apples
Episode: The Graduate (with Drew Wendt)
Alex McPherson
Film critic and contributor at PoplifeSTL
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Episode: Hot Fuzz (with Alex McPherson)
Billy Rock
Returning guest from Do You Like Apples? substack
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Episode: Signs (with Billy Rock)
Cliff Froehlich
Former Executive Director of Cinema St. Louis and Editor of Riverfront Times
Substack author of Re/Views
Episode: Taxi Driver (with Cliff Froehlich)

Hosts

Joshua Ray
Host of The Take-Up Podcast, engaging in film reviews and cultural discussions.
Andrew Wyatt
Co-host and Managing Editor, contributing to film critiques and discussions.

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#31
Italy/TV & Film/Film Reviews
Apple Podcasts
#230
Italy/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#232
New Zealand/TV & Film/Film Reviews

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Taxi Driver (with Cliff Froehlich)
Q: What did it look like in 1976? How did it feel?
The movie was mesmerizing, particularly the last explosion of violence, seen as a slow build to a full boil.

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Centered around the world of cinema, discussions span from the latest film releases to deep dives into classic films, featuring in-depth critiques and lively conversations between seasoned film critics. Regular hosts engage with a variety of topics related to film analysis, including cultural commentary, filmmaker styles, and thematic explorations, making each episode a mix of entertainment and insightful observations. Unique segments such as trivia games and curated series enrich the experience, inviting guest voices who share personal connections to the films being discussed. This dynamic format captures the essence of film appreciation while catering to both casual viewers and passionate cinephiles.

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