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“Dana Stevens (catch her also at the remarkable 'Slate Culture Gabfest' -- not suitable for those with instinctive revulsion to the term 'culture' or 'gabfest') consistently comes through with nuanced and relatable review of the movies you know you (don't) want to see. As these are Spoiler specials, many may wish to listen in /after/ seeing the relevant film(s), but I use them to screen my movie list. When by the whiles of fate I find myself bucking the implicit recommendation of the podcast and going to see an unpromising film, I find a lot of justice not just in the gist but in the actual points of the Stevens, et al, critique; likewise when I have the chance to see a film covered in the Specials which I think I'll like. I don’t always agree – for instance, on Tropic Thunder – but even in contrary views presented on this show lie the seeds of strong alternative opinions, so excellent is the coverage. In short, I can think of no one better than Mms Stephens to help me with my personal investments in the area of movie time and $. Indeed, she has turned me on to many a great film. In the process, her podcast has been frequently hilarious and always a good time. Her penchant for picking up excellent discussion partners certainly helps, but at the end of the day it's all Dana Stephens. If you’re looking for a good one to start with, perhaps see if you can’t find the Twilight episode. If I recall, I woke someone up laughing to that show.”Read full review »
Msr Smith via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/09
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“I really enjoy listening to Dana Stevens on the Culture Gabfest but don't usually read her film reviews as they are too short for my taste. I tend to like the overanalyzation of film nerd website reviews better. BUT the podcast does for me what her reviews don't. For the most part. It...”Read full review »
chutneylix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/14
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“Agreed with most of your comments about Oz. However, was surprised that no one realized the China Girl represented the girl in the wheelchair from the black and white part of the movie. She wasn't just a random character Oz met along the way.”Read full review »
LucyPitCorgi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/13
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“I will second many other commenters on two points that motivate my fairly negative review. Dana Stevens frequently criticizes some aspect of a film because she doesn't understand something that was quite clear. I am not talking obscure details. Major plot points create confusion. Also, the...”Read full review »
Mpb1267 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/12
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