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Double Bill Chill

Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley

Two movie-obsessed buddies (Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley) pick a movie every week to cover at length and then each pairs the chosen film with yet another film. Three movie recommendations a week (and probably more). Our episodes are researched and we go pretty in-depth on the breakdowns. We love doing it, and we thank you for listening! Enjoy!

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S22 · E1
Wednesday · 2 hr 40 min
The VVitch (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we are beginning our October programming, A-Twenty-Horror. We are covering Robert Eggers' debut film, The Witch! We start by talking about the difficult road to financing a film in Jacobean English. We then dive into the production in rural Ontario, and the difficulties of shooting a film with a goat. We then dive into the plot of the film, describing everything we love about this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E9
September 16 · 2 hr 48 min
Eddington (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we are covering Ari Aster's most recent panic attack film, "Eddington." We cover the writing of this film early in Aster's career, as well as the re-writing of the film in May of 2020. After covering the pre-production, we talk about the shoot in New Mexico and the release of the film at the Cannes film festival. We then dive into the intricate plot and describe everything we love about this film. After that, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E8
September 9 · 2 hr 44 min
Love Lies Bleeding (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we are covering Rose Glass' sophomore feature, "Love Lies Bleeding." We talk about Glass' collaboration with co-writer Weronika Tofilska, and the pre-production into the post-production. After this, we discuss the film itself and discuss the big swings we love in this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a duo of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E7
September 2 · 2 hr 44 min
Aftersun (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we dive into Charlotte Wells' debut feature, "Aftersun." We open the episode with the background of the film, discussing the long development of this film, and Charlotte Wells' background in film. After we cover the production in Turkey, we get into the movie itself and talk about why it works so well. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E6
August 26 · 2 hr 52 min
Uncut Gems (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we discuss another breakout hit for A24, Uncut Gems. We talk about the long road to this film getting made from listening to their fathers "hustling in the diamond district" stories to the ten year process of actually getting the film made. After discussing the background and production of the film, we get into the film itself and discuss why it is so affective. After discussing the plot of the film, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E5
August 19 · 2 hr 41 min
Moonlight (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we are getting into A24's first financed film and its first Best Picture winner, "Moonlight." We talk about the long road to writing this film for Barry Jenkins. The original play the script was based on and the production of the film in Miami. We then dive into the film itself and talk about all of the aspects we love about the film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a duo of double bills for your viewing pleasure! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E4
August 12 · 2 hr 42 min
The Lobster (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we are covering one of Spike's favorite films, Yorgas Lanthimos' "The Lobster." We discuss the development of this film with writer, Efthymis Fillipou, and the early casting choices that didn't work out. We also discuss the production of the film with the excellent cast starring in this film. We then hop into the film itself, and talk about all the things we love about this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E3
August 5 · 2 hr 21 min
Green Room (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week, we discuss the Neo-Nazi siege film, "Green Room." We discuss director, Jeremy Saulnier's career up to this point and how it fits into what A24 was doing at the time. We also discuss the making of the film in Portland, and how this all came together. We then dive into the plot of the film and discuss everything we love about this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E2
July 29 · 1 hr 53 min
Ex Machina (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we continue our A24 themed season with Alex Garland's first directed feature: Ex Machina. We start off by talking about the film within the context of our season and covering the production of this film. After the background, we have a lively discussion of the plot and themes. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S21 · E1
July 22 · 2 hr 15 min
Spring Breakers (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we kick off our A24 season with the first big financial success for the distributor, "Spring Breakers." We discuss the early days of A24 and its beginnings. We then dive into this movie by discussing Harmony Korine's writing and directing work and the production of this film. We then cover the story and experience of the film by discussing the plot. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E10
July 9 · 51 min
Paul Thomas Anderseason Recap & Rankings
This week we are recapping our Paul Thomas Anderseason with a short discussion followed by our futile attempt at ranking these masterworks. We also tease the next season coming in a couple weeks. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E9
July 1 · 2 hr 40 min
Licorice Pizza (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This episode is our finale of the Paul Thomas Anderseason, since we already covered "One Battle After Another" earlier in the year. In this episode, we talk about "Licorice Pizza." We start with the origins of the project and the various movies that provided inspiration to this project. Next, we discuss the plot of the film, and describe all the scenes we love from this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing enjoyment. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E8
June 25 · 2 hr 29 min
Phantom Thread (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we cover our penultimate episode of Paul Thomas Anderseason with "Phantom Thread." We discuss the development of this project and its production. We then dive into the film itself and describe everything we love about this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E7
June 18 · 2 hr 43 min
Inherent Vice (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we cover Paul Thomas Anderson's smoky noir, "Inherent Vice." We discuss the long process of adapting Thomas Pynchon's work into a screenplay, and the funding of the film. We then make sense of the murky plot and discuss the scenes we love from this film. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E6
June 12 · 2 hr 44 min
The Master (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we're back with Paul Thomas Anderson's excellent post-war drama, "The Master." We discuss the long road to getting this film made as well as the varied influences on the film's look and story. We, then, dive into the plot of the film and describe everything we love about it. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E5
May 28 · 2 hr 52 min
There Will Be Blood (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we discuss one of our favorite films of all time, "There Will Be Blood." We discuss the five years in between this and his previous film, "Punch-Drunk Love." After we cover the background, we dive into the film itself doing plenty of Daniel Plainview impressions along the way. Finally, we each pair the film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E4
May 22 · 2 hr 16 min
Punch-Drunk Love (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we cover Paul Thomas Anderson's follow-up to "Magnolia," "Punch-Drunk Love." We cover the beginnings of the script and what PTA was doing in between these two films. After we cover the production and release of the film, we dive into the plot and discuss everything we love about this film. Finally, we each pair this film with another for a pair of double bill ideas! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E3
May 13 · 2 hr 45 min
Magnolia (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we continue our PT Anderseason with "Magnolia." We discuss how the film came about after the success of Boogie Nights, and Anderson's first experience with final cut privileges. We then discuss how Anderson approached the writing process and then dive into the meat of the film. After we discuss the plot fully, we each pair this film with another for a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E2
May 6 · 3 hr 1 min
Boogie Nights (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
This week we continue our Paul Thomas Anderseason with his San Fernando Valley epic, Boogie Nights. We talk about the inception of this film as a short, then later as a long ass script that had Hollywood abuzz. We also discuss the real-life influences for the film and the porn scene of the 70s and 80s. After we discuss the background, we dive into the film itself and talk about everything we love about the film. Finally, we end the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure. Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44
S20 · E1
April 29 · 2 hr 20 min
Hard Eight (Movie History, Plot Breakdown, & Pairings)
Welcome back for our PT Anderseason where we cover all of the films of recent Oscar-winning director, Paul Thomas Anderson. We begin with his first film, naturally, Hard Eight." We discuss Anderson's life up to this point in his early career including his childhood and short films. We then get into the background of this film, the PBS film Anderson met Philip Baker Hall on, and the contentious editing of the film. We then dive right into the meat of the movie and describe everything we love about this film. Finally, we finish the episode with a pair of double bills for your viewing pleasure! Thank you so much for listening! Support us at Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DoubleBillChill Created by Spike Alkire & Jake Kelley Theme Song by Breck McGough Follow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChill Letterboxd: FartsDomino44

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