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After a couple months without an episode, we catch up and provide excuses for the hiatus. Thomas goes in depth on the new indie film project he's been working on. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Thomas & Justin have a totally unplanned, but fun and insightful, discussion on nostalgia, including favorite concerts, vinyl records, video games and more. Plus, Thomas gives some film project updates. Notes: "Beloved - Kiss It Goodbye Live DVD" is available here on YouTube. For more on the band Beloved, visit their Facebook page here. "Only Murders in the Building" is available on Hulu.  The Shashibo Cube is available on Amazon. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Thomas and Justin fight over which bomb turkeys (movies that failed both commercially and critically) are worth defending, including Last Action Hero, Orange County and The Lake House. Notes: "Last Action Hero" and "Orange County" are available on HBOMax. "The Lake House" is available to rent on iTunes, etc.  "Rudy" is available on Amazon Prime.  "Ted Lasso" is available on Apple TV+. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

What makes a good movie or book title? We spend more time than is appropriate discussing this very question. Plus, Justin weighs on in on current COVID concerns, and Thomas recommends the best film of 2021 so far. Notes: "Spinning Silver" by Naomi Novik is available wherever you get your books.  "Pig" is available to rent on iTunes, Amazon or wherever you rent movies.  "Keep the River On Your Right" is, in fact, a documentary, and its full title is: "Keep the River On Your Right: A Modern Cannibal Tale". Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Back from a short summer hiatus we have a low energy conversation on the books we're reading, movie exhibition and online login portals. Featuring the music of Jude Moses.  Notes: "Foundation" is coming to Apple TV+ September 24.  "Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry" is available on Apple TV+. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

July travel has got us all busy, but we wanted to check in quickly with an unpolished, unedited episode for some updates on Thomas's film pitching at the Cannes Market, Justin's new work position, and a few picks to get you through the summer heat. Notes: "Gunpowder Milkshake" is available on Netflix.  "I Think You Should Leave" is available on Netflix. "Mare of Easttown" is available on HBO. "No Sudden Move" is available on HBO. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Thomas and Justin discuss two new movies: "A Quiet Place Part 2" and Bo Burnham's comedy special "Inside". Plus, the guys have a thoughtful discussion on the tolls we pay to travel the roads we take. Notes: Thanks to Tom Cochrane for "Life is a Highway". "A Quiet Place Part 2" is currently in theaters.  "Inside" by Bo Burnham is available Netflix. "Saints & Cinema" Podcast can be found at https://www.saintsandcinema.com.  Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Thomas and Justin dive deep and wide into a discussion on movie villains and their tragic backstories. Plus, the guys wrestle with how we're supposed to view the villains of everyday life, and the degree to which art and life influence each other. All that and more. Notes: Featured music: "Transgressor" by Quiet Company. www.quietcompanymusic.com "The Mitchells vs The Machines" is available on Netflix.  "Inside" and "Make Happy" by Bo Burnham are available Netflix. "Nanette" by Hannah Gadsby is available on Netflix.  The mountains are literally all over the world.  Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

TV host and producer Nev Schulman joins Thomas and Justin for an in-depth conversation on Catfish the movie and TV show, Dancing with the Stars, fatherhood, social media, vintage cars, motorcycles and so much more. Plus, Thomas gives a shout out to the band Luxury on the release of their feature documentary, Parallel Love. Notes: Nev Schulman can be found at www.nevschulman.com. Parallel Love: The Story of a Band Called Luxury can be found at https://www.parallel-love.com. Featured musical guest Luxury can be found at https://luxury.bandcamp.com. "The Mitchells vs The Machines" is available on Netflix.  Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Thomas and Justin discuss updates on their respective projects, including Justin's novel and Thomas' film, leading to a conversation on agents in show business. Plus, Thomas' backyard firepit redesign leads to a poignant discussion on our cultural addiction to productivity. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:13 Justin's Novel Update 00:07:25 Agents 00:25:01 Thomas' Film Update 00:30:52 Hedging Hope 00:37:01 Addicted to Productivity 00:59:30 Two Picks! 01:06:43 Outro Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Thomas and Justin break down the different models of story structure using Die Hard as a template. Plus, they offer a short career highlight of Chinese director John Woo.  00:00:00 Intro 00:01:21 Sun Valley Film Festival Producers Grant 00:03:14 John Woo 00:14:08 Story Structure, Part 1 00:37:59 Story Structure, Part 2 00:58:35 Two Picks! 01:04:52 Outro Notes: Google "Freytag's Pyramid" for myriad discussions on this structure model.  "The Myth of the 3 Act Structure" by Film Critics Hulk Poetics by Aristotle The Might Ducks: Game Changers is available on Disney+. Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc. 

Justin humors Thomas by letting him recount his favorite films of 2020, in honor of the upcoming Academy Awards. They even fight about one of them. 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:28 Best Films of 2020, Part 1 00:29:46 Best Films of 2020, Part 2 00:59:22 Two Picks! & Outro Notes: Bad Education is available to stream on HBOMax. Nomadland is available to stream on Hulu.  Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is available to stream on Netflix.  One Night in Miami is available to stream on Prime.  Minari is available for rent or purchase.  The Trial of the Chicago 7 is available on Netflix.  First Cow is available to rent or stream on Showtime.  The Killing of Two Lovers will be available to rent May 14.  The Assistant is available to stream on Hulu. Sound of Metal is available to stream on Prime.  Links: Podcast: www.twofriendswithapodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/twofriendspod Thomas: www.thomastorrey.com Bad Theology: www.badtheologypictures.com Copyright 2021 Bad Theology Pictures Inc.