
The Take-Up is the place to gather when the film is over. Every episode, film critics Andrew Wyatt and Joshua Ray break down one film to decide if it enters the Take-Up's canon of films that reflect the website's ethos: Creator-owned independent online film criticism, based in the Heartland but traveling the world through cinema. Special guests plead the case for for their personal picks, with new... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 86 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm Reviews | |||

Wanting to talk about this film for years, Hurdy Gurdy Men Josh and Andrew sing their songs of love for David Fincher’s serial-killer thriller Zodiac. Falling down the numerous rabbit holes Fincher provides in his retelling of the unsolved investigat... more
Hear 'Deliriants' Josh and Andrew describe their dream of Bi Gan’s long-awaited follow-up to Long Day's Journey into Night, the arthouse celebration/eulogy to cinema Resurrection. The hosts go into the weeds of the head-scratching metaphor and genre-... more
We're putting a big beautiful bold bow on the films of 2025 with a little help from our friends. Joshua talks to previous guests Elliott Collins of MovieFiles and Webster University Film Series Director Pete Timmermann about a few of their favorites ... more
Wishing everyone a happy New Year, Josh and Andrew purify 2026 with fellow contributor/podcast editor/synopsis writer/ZekeFilm writer Ethan Tarantella’s pick, Luca Guadagnino’s remake of Suspiria!
Prepare to have your head explode with an extended ... more
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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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