The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 29/09/2026If you want your cinephilia validated by points awarded in an online competition, then you’ve come to the right place! Join us in Vulture's Movies Fantasy League. Create a roster of films and earn points for box office revenue, awards recognition, critical reception, and Letterboxd scores. (1/2) 100
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Our annual look back at summer movies celebrates the many films we (or at least one of us) watched. We shout out our favorites in a dozen superlative categories. Who’s our class clown or cutest couple? Does P.T. understand the concept of time? Find out! thelongtake.substack.com/p/summer-sup...thelongtake.substack.comSummer Superlatives 2026We give shoutouts to summer movies big and small. 000
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 24/09/2026More Lucas Museum content from Greg, talking to Anthony -- this is the one to listen to if you want to avoid any museum spoilers! 011
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 15/09/2026We were lucky enough to visit the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art as a part of their Member Preview. We not only recount our joyful in-person reunion; we reflect on the space and theory of the museum and reflect on our experience there. thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-lucas-...thelongtake.substack.comThe Lucas Museum of Narrative Art ReviewAKA the best Long Take Review weekend ever! 000
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is a surreal meta-satirical slasher film. We bring in our horror expert, @sarahhastings.bsky.social, to share genre history, talk theory with Jen, and endure dipping sauce jokes from the guys. Join us! thelongtake.substack.com/p/teenage-se...thelongtake.substack.comTeenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma ReviewHorror scholar Sarah Hastings helps us slash away at the meaning behind Jane Schoenbrun’s newest work. 000
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 29/08/2026The 91st Academy Awards, honoring the films of 2018, became notorious when Green Book won Best Picture instead of Roma. For our sixth Oscar Fairy Flashback, we confront this controversial year, sharing what we want to change about the winners and nominees. thelongtake.substack.com/p/2019-oscar...thelongtake.substack.com2019 Oscar Fairy FlashbackWe are the champions of correcting Oscar history. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 29/08/2026ICYMI (because P.T. forgot to post about it): our episode on Spider-Man: Brand New Day is also available! We discuss the movie's success and what it means. Check back to August 21 to find the ep, and check this feed to see when Greg finally takes this over. thelongtake.substack.com/p/spider-man...thelongtake.substack.comSpider-Man: Brand New Day ReviewVacation on Marvel island with us! 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 15/08/2026The Odyssey is still going strong at the box office. Will it be smooth sailing from here to the Oscars? We dig into that as well as Zeus’ Law, the sea people, Circe vs. Calypso, and a quick (at the very end) updated ranking of our top 3-5 Nolan films. thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-odysse...thelongtake.substack.comThe Odyssey Review (Part Two!)P.T. returns from his own derailed journey home to share his takes. 020
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Antonio returns to help us pick apart the screenplay for Olivia Wilde’s The Invite, discuss each of the four characters, and speculate as to whether or not this film has any “little indie that could go to the Oscars” energy. Join us for some jamón and flan! thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-invite...thelongtake.substack.comThe Invite ReviewAntonio returns to discuss Olivia Wilde's "comeback" film. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Vacations mean our review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day will be delayed, so for now we discuss Tom Holland’s portrayal through No Way Home. Joined by @thecolbycast.bsky.social, we rank the Holland films and historicize each live-action Spiders-Man. thelongtake.substack.com/p/tom-hollan...thelongtake.substack.comTom Holland's Spider-Man RetrospectiveGet hyped for Spider-Man: Brand New Day with Colby Mead! 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 28/07/2026Thank Zeus, Christopher Nolan has done it again with his epic adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey. In the first part of our review, Jen and Greg focus on works of adaptation, Odysseus as a character, modern themes, favorite scenes, and the stacked cast. thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-odysse...thelongtake.substack.comThe Odyssey Review (Part One!)Greg flexes his source text muscles to string our analytical bow. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 15/07/2026This year marks the 45th anniversary of Raiders of the Lost Ark. We go down memory lane for a bit, share our personal favorites, and then discuss loftier notions such as nostalgia, genre, and Indy’s legacy. Unlike the Nazis, we’re digging in the right place. thelongtake.substack.com/p/raiders-of...thelongtake.substack.comRaiders of the Lost Ark 45th Anniversary SpecialSpielberg Summer continues as we get whipped up about the very first Indiana Jones film. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 02/07/2026Toy Story 5 tackles issues on every parent’s mind: screen time and Internet safety. As both parents of grade school kids and teachers of college students, Jen and Greg react to those themes, compare this to earlier films, and share what we connected with. thelongtake.substack.com/p/toy-story-...thelongtake.substack.comToy Story 5 ReviewGreg and I talk toys, technology, and education. 010
Reposted by The Long Take ReviewForce Ghost Conversations @forceghostpod.bsky.social · 21/06/2026It's the Summer of #Spielberg! With #DisclosureDay out in theatres, Greg Cass, aka EyeOnCanon from @thelongtakereview.bsky.social, joins the show to celebrate our love of his films and speculate about the new movie. Apple: tinyurl.com/yc5wvmyt Spotify: tinyurl.com/yx4csckj 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 23/06/2026We talk about Spielberg’s latest cinematic statement on extraterrestrial life, Disclosure Day, which is full of intense chase sequences and inexplicable phenomena. All of that prompted us to over-analyze, under-critique, and over-interpret the divisive film. thelongtake.substack.com/p/disclosure...thelongtake.substack.comDisclosure Day ReviewWe disclose our thoughts on Spielberg's latest summer blockbuster. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 13/06/2026We are incredibly excited for Steven Spielberg's return to theaters. What better way to celebrate than to have a draft of all of his films to date? We invited @forceghostpod.bsky.social to join us in a rumble across six categories. thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-steven...thelongtake.substack.comThe Steven Spielberg DraftWe anticipate and celebrate Disclosure Day with some light gamesmanship. 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 10/06/2026We called in our horror expert @sarahhastings.bsky.social to give us a rundown of the year in horror films so far and help us dive into Obsession. We share the moments that scared us the most and collectively build a thesis for what the film is saying. thelongtake.substack.com/p/obsession-...thelongtake.substack.comObsession ReviewHorror is booming and we crush on Curry Barker's viral hit. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 28/05/2026To dive into the latest Star Wars entry, author and podcaster Dan Zehr from @coffeewithkenobi.bsky.social joins us to discuss the questions of audience, story, character development, and mythology that surround Baby Yoda’s first movie. Join us! thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-mandal...thelongtake.substack.comThe Mandalorian and Grogu ReviewWith special guest Dan Zehr from Coffee with Kenobi, we process both the fun and the failures of the newest Star Wars film. 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 20/05/2026Star Wars is about to return to cinemas this week! To celebrate, we recorded an extra long take in which we rank all twelve theatrical films from the franchise, building one ranked list together. Listen to find out our thoughts and share your rankings! thelongtake.substack.com/p/star-wars-...thelongtake.substack.comStar Wars Movie RankingsIn anticipation of the first new Star Wars film in 7 years, we judge them all. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 12/05/2026Strike a pose because we’re reviewing The Devil Wears Prada 2! What surprised us about this reunion? What delighted us? How might this film be the perfect encapsulation of life, media, and tech in 2026? Follow us down the runway to find out! thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-devil-...thelongtake.substack.comThe Devil Wears Prada 2 Review20 years later, many things have changed while others have (thankfully) stayed the same. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 05/05/2026To prepare for our review of the new movie, we wanted to turn back the clock twenty years and revisit (or, for some, watch for the first time) the original The Devil Wears Prada. What feels dated? What holds up? Join us for a fashionably long conversation. thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-devil-...thelongtake.substack.comThe Devil Wears Prada (2006) ReviewWe revisit the most quotable movie of the early aughts in anticipation of its sequel. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 25/04/2026@forceghostpod.bsky.social joins us on the LTR Guest List to discuss Terrence Malick’s The Thin Red Line, sharing his wealth of knowledge about WWII and stories of the film’s production as we dissect what can only described as a transcendental experience. thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-thin-r...thelongtake.substack.comThe Thin Red Line with Anthony King on the LTR Guest ListIn which we give 1998's most overlooked war film its flowers. 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 16/04/2026We dance around spoilers for The Drama while still helping those who have not seen it decide whether they would like it. Then we let loose and deeply examine what the film has to say about marriage, relationships, moral judgment, and memory. thelongtake.substack.com/p/the-drama-...thelongtake.substack.comThe Drama ReviewZendaya and Robert Pattison [REDACTED] in the latest film from A24. 010
Reposted by The Long Take ReviewForce Ghost Conversations @forceghostpod.bsky.social · 05/04/2026Our #book conversations continue on the #podcast with #Aftermath Life Debt! Greg Cass from @thelongtakereview.bsky.social rejoins the show to discuss the relationships within this darker middle chapter of the trilogy. Links below: Apple: tinyurl.com/yp9jf44k Spotify: tinyurl.com/yc8xh263 031
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Now that Oscar season has ended, we finally have a chance to catch our breath and talk about new movies in 2026! Greg and P.T. give their SPOILER-FREE takes on eight movies that they’ve enjoyed. See what they think has been the best movie of the year so far! thelongtake.substack.com/p/quick-take...thelongtake.substack.comQuick Takes Catching Up on 2026 MoviesGreg and P.T. give us the rundown of the year in movies thus far. 010
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 01/04/2026Excitement over what’s to come this year drives our annual Movie Hype Draft! What will we snatch up in the first round? What will we groan about when someone else picks it? And what weird wild card picks will each of us make? Listen to find out, and then share what your roster would look like below! 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 28/03/2026It’s a thrill to already have another hit in theaters with Project Hail Mary. We debate the movie’s place in the space pantheon, gush about our queen Sandra Hüller, and unpack what the film might tell us about our humanity. Put on your best science pun t-shirt, pull down those glasses, and join us! 210
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Upsets, coronations, and ties - this year’s Oscars was full of excitement! We share our reactions to the show, then we reveal how we did with our predictions and dissect the winners and losers of the night. Thank you to all of our listeners for following us through another great awards season! 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Jen talks Maul on @forceghostpod.bsky.social -- check out the episode and get psyched for the new Star Wars show! 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 10/03/2026We’re in the end game now: the Oscars will air live on ABC and Hulu at 4PM pacific/7PM eastern on Sunday March 15th. That’s less than a week! Voting for the Academy members is closed, so it’s just tallying and waiting at this point. (1/8) 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 10/03/2026There's a lot of Star Wars talk coming from members of the show in the near future -- first up is Greg on @forceghostpod.bsky.social talking about a novel set in the galaxy far, far away. 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 26/02/2026Stellan Skarsgård could win his first Oscar this year after decades of work in blockbusters and art-house cinema. Our conversation about Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value looks at his chances while we dissect the intricate and layered themes of the film. Pull up your best IKEA chair and join us! 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 12/02/2026For the second edition of LTR Quick Takes, P.T. and Antonio discuss the new films they saw through the Sundance Film Festival's portal. After discussing each movie, they conclude the episode with their speculation about which of the films could get Oscar traction during next year’s awards season. 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 05/02/2026Last week, we established this year’s nominees; in this week’s episode, we deliberate and decide on our winners for this year’s LTR Awards. What kind of wheeling and dealing did we each have to do to get what we wanted represented? Place your bets, mark your ballots, and listen to the episode! 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 28/01/2026It’s time once again to hand out our own awards, the LTRs or “Letters.” In this Part One episode, we each shared our individual nominees for acting, directing, writing, and best picture. In a future Part Two, we will debate and decide the winners in each category. Please join us in the celebration! 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Last weekend’s Golden Globes ceremony cemented the dominance of this year’s top Oscar contender. Is this awards year too much of a foregone conclusion? After we critique the telecast (Nikki Glaser innocent!) itself, we do manage to find some positivity, uncertainty, and chaos in specific races. 120
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Greg joins @forceghostpod.bsky.social to discuss what the news of the future of Star Wars looked like and how it stacks up with the present we are in. 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 10/01/2026For the third year in a row, Timothée Chalamet stars in a hit film released in December: this time it's Josh Safdie’s period dramedy about table tennis, Marty Supreme. We spend time with @hasibprobably.bsky.social dissecting Marty Mauser’s character arc, the film's themes, and its award chances. 130
Reposted by The Long Take ReviewForce Ghost Conversations @forceghostpod.bsky.social · 04/01/2026With the new year, it is a fun time to reflect on the past! In our new podcast, Greg Cass, aka EyeOnCanon from @thelongtakereview.bsky.social, joins the show to look back and look ahead at the future of #StarWars. Links below: Apple: tinyurl.com/4tux8zmv Spotify: tinyurl.com/munjtvaj 011
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 31/12/2025Everyone loves a good cry at the movies, right? Chloe Zhao’s Hamnet quickly earned notoriety for being a tear-jerker. The critical reception and awards prospects could mean a lot to rebound Zhao’s erratic career. Could Hamnet mark a return to the Oscars for her? Join us down with the groundlings! 120
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 24/12/2025Everyone’s favorite Southern drawl detective, Benoit Blanc, is back! That means we are here for a full investigation into the crime, the suspects, and the awards potential of Wake Up Dead Man. Join us as we unpack this new whodunnit, discussing its spiritual themes, zippy jokes, and breezy style. 110
Reposted by The Long Take ReviewForce Ghost Conversations @forceghostpod.bsky.social · 21/12/2025It’s crazy to say, but it’s been 10 years since the release of the Force Awakens! Join us as we celebrate the film with @sopchockchai.bsky.social from @thelongtakereview.bsky.social in this week’s episode! Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/21wy... #StarWars #TheForceAwakens #Rey #Finn #Poe 021
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 16/12/2025This time last year, Jon M. Chu’s Wicked had taken the world by storm. Today, we are once again off to the see the wizard with Wicked: For Good, the second half of the story. We share our varied reactions to the conclusion of the untold tale of the witches of Oz. Join us for the conversation! 100
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 11/12/2025The Golden Globes seem to have shaken off years of controversy and scandal, reemerging as a mainstay in awards season. To what extent have the Globes as a voting body changed since they’ve risen from the ashes? Hear us debate this, along with what delighted or confused us on nomination morning. 110
Reposted by The Long Take ReviewForce Ghost Conversations @forceghostpod.bsky.social · 07/12/2025Part 3 of our #StarWarsVisions Vol. 3 conversations is out today! Greg Cass, aka EyeOnCanon, from @thelongtakereview.bsky.social joins the show to chat about some of the most avante-garde animation we've ever seen. Links below: Apple: tinyurl.com/46s7hfjp Spotify: tinyurl.com/m3jyczwy 031
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 05/12/2025What flavor of Yorgos are you? The director’s black comedy has taken many forms, and in this episode we try to place the acclaimed filmmaker’s latest work, Bugonia, on that continuum. What is it trying to say about rhetoric and power? What does the word bugonia mean? Listen to hear this and more! 110
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 19/11/2025Guillermo del Toro has waited his whole life to adapt Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. But do critics and audiences think the Gothic tale starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi was worth the wait? Could the Netflix film receive Oscar nominations? On this episode, we tackle this question and many more. 100
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 13/11/2025Welcome to a new subseries on The Long Take Review feed: LTR Quick Takes! Greg flies solo offer some SPOILER-FREE thoughts on Wake Up Dead Man, Is This Thing On?, and The Testament of Ann Lee. Is a solo pod a good idea? Does Greg have a meltdown and start crying? Only one way to find out... 100
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 08/11/2025How does Kathryn Bigelow’s nuclear attack thriller A House of Dynamite hold up? We had a healthy debate covering to what extent the unconventional structure of the film worked, what the film might be trying to say about nuclear proliferation, and which members of the deep bench ensemble stood out. 100
The Long Take Review @thelongtakereview.bsky.social · 08/11/2025Check out P.T. on @forceghostpod.bsky.social talking about the all-time classic Back To The Future! 011