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‘CODA’ Review: A Compelling Portrayal of Disability (Sundance 2021)

On this episode of The Global Film Podcast, Editor-In-Chief and Host Diego Andaluz reviews Sian Heder’s latest feature film Coda. Joined by contributors Valerie Complex (Variety), Jeffery Zhang (Strange Harbors), and Tessa Smith, they discuss their in-depth thoughts on the technical and thematic strengths and shortcomings of the film, among other notable highlights.

As a CODA – Child of Deaf Adults – Ruby is the only hearing person in her deaf family. When the family’s fishing business is threatened, Ruby finds herself torn between pursuing her love of music and her fear of abandoning her parents.

Directed by Sian Heder and starring Emilia Jones, Eugenio Derbez & Marlee Matlin, Coda premiered at the 2021 edition of the Sundance Film Festival and is currently seeking distribution. Listen to our review on our Sundance Special episode below or here on your preferred podcast platform.

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Rating: 3.5 out of 5.
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‘Malcolm & Marie’ Review: A Dynamic Look Into a Troubled Relationship

On this episode of The Global Film Podcast, Editor-In-Chief and Host Diego Andaluz reviews Sam Levinson’s latest controversial feature film Malcolm & Marie. Joined by contributors Ben Rolph (Discussing Film), Kathia Woods (Remezcla & Cup of Soul), and Carolyn Hinds (Observer), they discuss their in-depth thoughts on the technical and thematic strengths and shortcomings of the film, among other notable highlights.

A filmmaker and his girlfriend return home from his movie premiere, smoldering tensions and painful revelations push them toward a romantic reckoning.

Directed by Sam Levinson and starring Zendaya (Spider-Man: Homecoming) & John David Washington (Tenet), Malcolm & Marie is a romantic drama that releases on Netflix on February 5th. Listen to our review below at the 15-minute mark or here on your preferred podcast platform.

You can find the episode and stay up to date with the latest reviews and releases by subscribing to our show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Radio Public, Anchor, Overcast, Player FM, Breaker, Castbox, Castro, Podchaser, Podlink, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, RSS Feed, & more, and you can also follow host Diego Andaluz on social media here!

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.
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‘Saint Maud’ Review: A Chilling Slow Burn of a Character Study Elevated by a Fiery Crescendo

On this episode of The Global Film Podcast, Editor-In-Chief and Host Diego Andaluz reviews Rose Glass’ feature directorial debut Saint Maud. Joined by contributors Ben Rolph (Discussing Film), Kathia Woods (Remezcla & Cup of Soul), and Carolyn Hinds (Observer), they discuss their in-depth thoughts on the technical and thematic strengths and shortcomings of the film, among other notable highlights.

Having recently found God, self-effacing young nurse Maud arrives at a plush home to care for Amanda, a hedonistic dancer left frail from a chronic illness. When a chance encounter with a former colleague throws up hints of a dark past, it becomes clear there is more to sweet Maud than meets the eye.

Directed by Rose Glass and starring Morfydd Clark & Jennifer Ehle, Saint Maud is a horror drama that releases in theaters on January 29th and Epix in February. Listen to our review below or here on your preferred podcast platform.

You can find the episode and stay up to date with the latest reviews and releases by subscribing to our show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Radio Public, Anchor, Overcast, Player FM, Breaker, Castbox, Castro, Podchaser, Podlink, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, RSS Feed, & more, and you can also follow host Diego Andaluz on social media here!

Rating: 4 out of 5.
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‘Nomadland’ Review: A Stunning Portrait of A Failed American Dream

On this episode of The Global Film Podcast, Editor-In-Chief and Host Diego Andaluz reviews Chloe Zhao’s latest film Nomadland. Joined by contributors Ryan McQuade (Awards Radar), Nabeel Zaman (Film Updates), and Carson Timar (Clapper), they touch on the technical and thematic strengths and shortcomings of the film, among other notable highlights.

A woman in her sixties embarks on a journey through the Western United States after losing everything in the Great Recession, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad.

Directed by Chloe Zhao (The Rider) and starring Frances McDormand (Fargo), Nomadland is a western drama that comes to select IMAX theaters on January 29th and Hulu on February 19th. Listen to our review below or here on your preferred podcast platform.

You can find the episode and stay up to date with the latest reviews and releases by subscribing to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Radio Public, Anchor, Overcast, Player FM, Breaker, Castbox, Castro, Podchaser, Podlink, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, RSS Feed, & more, and you can also follow host Diego Andaluz on social media here!

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

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‘Wonder Woman 1984’ Review: A Gloriously Ambitious Mess

On this episode of The Global Film Podcast, Editor-In-Chief and Host Diego Andaluz reviews Patty Jenkins’ superhero sequel Wonder Woman 1984. Joined by contributors Matt Neglia (Next Best Picture), Valerie Complex (Variety), Rosa Parra (Latinx Lens), and Kate Sanchez, they discuss their in-depth thoughts on the technical and thematic strengths and shortcomings of the film, among other notable highlights.

Wonder Woman comes into conflict with the Soviet Union during the Cold War in the 1980s and finds a formidable foe by the name of the Cheetah.

Directed by Patty Jenkins and starring Gal Gadot (Justice League), Pedro Pascal (The Mandalorian), & Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaids), Wonder Woman 1984 is a comic-book fantasy film that releases on both HBO MAX and in theaters on December 25th. Listen to our review below at the 118-minute mark or here on your preferred podcast platform.

You can find the episode and stay up to date with the latest reviews and releases by subscribing to our show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Radio Public, Anchor, Overcast, Player FM, Breaker, Castbox, Castro, Podchaser, Podlink, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, RSS Feed, & more, and you can also follow host Diego Andaluz on social media here!

Rating: 3 out of 5.

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‘Promising Young Woman’ Review: A Twisted and Urgent Tale with a Shocking Finale

On this episode of The Global Film Podcast, Editor-In-Chief and Host Diego Andaluz reviews Emerald Fennell’s feature directorial debut Promising Young Woman. Joined by contributors Matt Neglia (Next Best Picture), Valerie Complex (Variety), Rosa Parra (Latinx Lens), and Kate Sanchez, they discuss their in-depth thoughts on the technical and thematic strengths and shortcomings of the film, among other notable highlights.

A young woman haunted by a tragedy in her past takes revenge on the predatory men unlucky enough to cross her path.

Directed by Emerald Fennell and starring Carey Mulligan (An Education), Bo Burnham (Make Happy) and Allison Brie (GLOW), Promising Young Woman is a crime thriller that releases in theaters on December 25th. Listen to our review below or here on your preferred podcast platform.

You can find the episode and stay up to date with the latest reviews and releases by subscribing to our show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Radio Public, Anchor, Overcast, Player FM, Breaker, Castbox, Castro, Podchaser, Podlink, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, RSS Feed, & more, and you can also follow host Diego Andaluz on social media here!

Rating: 4 out of 5.

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‘News Of The World’ Review: A Formulaic yet Inviting American Epic

On this episode of The Global Film Podcast, Editor-In-Chief and Host Diego Andaluz reviews Paul Greengrass’ latest film News Of The World. Joined by contributors Matt Neglia (Next Best Picture), Valerie Complex (Variety), Rosa Parra (Latinx Lens), and Kate Sanchez, they discuss their in-depth thoughts on the technical and thematic strengths and shortcomings of the film, among other notable highlights.

A Texan traveling across the wild West bringing the news of the world to local townspeople, agrees to help rescue a young girl who was kidnapped.

Directed by Paul Greengrass, and starring Tom Hanks (Won’t You Be My Neighbor) & Helena Zengel (System Crasher), News Of The World is a western drama that releases in theaters on December 25th and on VOD Platforms on January 15th. Listen to our review below at the 107-minute mark or here on your preferred podcast platform.

You can find the episode and stay up to date with the latest reviews and releases by subscribing to our show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Radio Public, Anchor, Overcast, Player FM, Breaker, Castbox, Castro, Podchaser, Podlink, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, RSS Feed, & more, and you can also follow host Diego Andaluz on social media here!

Rating: 3.5 out of 5.