Ajay Discusses Movies

Ajay Discusses Movies

Author: Ajay Thakkar Language: English Episodes: 95
Ever find yourself wanting to dissect a film's ending or celebrate a hidden gem, but you need the right person to chat with? That's the feeling Ajay Discusses Movies captures in every episode. Host Ajay Thakkar brings his perspective as a stand-up comedian and genuine film enthusiast to conversations that are less like formal reviews and more like the best kind of late-night chat after leaving the theater. Each week, he's joined by a rotating cast of guests from across the comedy and entertainment worlds, ensuring the dialogue is always fresh and often unexpectedly funny. They dive into everything from classic cinema and cult favorites to the latest blockbuster or buzzy TV show, never taking things too seriously but always with a clear love for the material. Listening to this podcast feels like pulling up a chair at a lively table where hot takes are welcome, deep cuts are appreciated, and the sheer joy of talking about what works-or hilariously doesn’t-in a story is the whole point. You’ll get thoughtful analysis woven seamlessly with humor, personal anecdotes, and that specific thrill of connecting over a shared scene or performance. It’s the perfect companion for your watchlist, offering new angles on old favorites and enthusiastic introductions to films you might have missed.
Episodes
Kane Parsons' Backrooms [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:30
In an impressive directorial debut, Kane Parsons is able to deliver a memorable dread inducing sci-fi horror film. Even if certain parts of it didn’t particularly land well. The bookshop has been updated. Go check out my…
Boots Riley's I Love Boosters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:51
Despite some blemishes, I Love Boosters is a hilarious adventure comedy film that proves Boots Riley is still a unique voice in an increasingly sterile American movie system. It deserves to be seen on the big screen in a…
Q2 Anne Hathaway Movies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:40
I discuss David Frankel's Devil Wears Prada 2 and David Lowery's Mother Mary. One is a fine film that banks on the references of its predecessor. The other is one of the most bold, ambitious films of the year. Go listen!…
Lee Cronin's The Mummy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:06
Lee Cronin's The Mummy borrows from several of its influences without any regard for its characters, plot, or story. Making it one of the worst films of the year. The bookshop has been updated with Shusaku Endo's The Sea…
Kristoffer Borgli's The Drama [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:07
the bookshop has been updated with Cormac McCarthy's Blood Meridian. Check our bookshop. https://www.bookshop.org/shop/ajayandnathan
The 2026 Academy Awards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:46
The 2026 Academy Awards was a near 4 hour long award show that had plenty of twist and turns. I wouldn't recommend re-watching it in its entirety. book recommendation: Salman Rushdie - Knife: Meditations After an Attempt…
Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Bride! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:13
Despite a stellar cast and some memorable performances, Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride! is a tediously dull film that misses on the horror and the humor, but will eventually develop a cult following in the coming years. B…
John Patton Ford's How to Make a Killing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:11
With just the right amount of campiness and adventure, How to Make a Killing is a fun dispensable film that will entertain you throughout its runtime. Book Recommendation: Nick Cave - The Death of Bunny Munro https://www…
Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:55
An emotionless, soulless film despite a great cast, Wuthering Heights overstays its welcome with a daunting 2 hour 16 minute runtime. Check out the bookshop.org link where I recommend Vladimir Nabokov's Pale Fire. My fav…
Sam Raimi's Send Help [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:58
The bookshop has been updated. This week's read is Fernanda Melchor's Paradais. Check it out https://www.bookshop.org/shop/ajayandnathan.