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In the final episode of the semester, Spenser, Koz and Tristan list the summer releases they are most excited about. They then bid farewell to Editor-in-Chief Clare Mulroy by subtly roasting her favorite movies. Finally, they thank the multimedia and online team at The Eagle and all the contributors of the podcast so far. Koz can't wait for "Minions: The Rise of Gru," and Spenser learns about the secret Buzz Lightyear movie, the fitting watch to prepare for this summer's "Lightyear." Clare’s Favorite Movies: Good Will Hunting Silver Linings Playbook Arrival Love and Other Drugs Stuck in Love Lady Bird 500 Days of Summer The Perks of Being a Wallflower Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Titanic Donnie Darko Beautiful Boy Gone Girl About Time If Beale Street Could Talk

Spenser, Koz and Tristan play a guessing game of deciphering a movie's plot based on its title alone. Tristan can't stop talking about "The Nut Job," Koz shames Spenser for his lack of "Mamma Mia" knowledge, and Spenser thinks that "Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son" is definetly a problem. All movies discussed are considered cinematic masterpieces.

Spenser, Koz and Tristan reveal what films they personally think are overrated. Tristan then informs his co-hosts about the cinematic masterpiece, "Morbius," and the new publicity techniques the film has been using. The trio also agree that the use of Discord to promote "Morbius" backfired in the funniest way. Spenser and Tristan bond over their disdain for Ben Affleck movies, and Koz lays into "The Godfather."

Spenser, Koz and Tristan go off the rails about the snacks they enjoy at the theaters and the best films that explore food. Koz reveals her obsession with moss and Spenser does the same with rocks. Tristan questions how normal it is for Koz to bring a pepper grinder into the theater for her popcorn. He also doesn't know how to pronounce "Campbells." Films Referenced: The Andy Warhol Diaries, Grand Budapest Hotel, Tampopo, Don't Look Up, Howl's Moving Castle, Parasite, James and the Giant Peach, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, The Princess and the Frog, Beauty and the Beast (1991), Mulan (1998), Ratatouille, Stuart Little, Ratatoing, Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, After Yang, The Mask, Gone Girl, Alice in Wonderland (1951), Cinderella (1950), Koker Trilogy (1987-1994)

Spenser, Koz and Tristan review "The Batman," "After Yang" and "Turning Red." They also discuss the different controversies "Turning Red" has caused online, such as a critic calling the film "limiting in its scope." Tristan reveals that "After Yang" made him cry after 30 minutes and Spenser unexpectedly connects with the doodles of Mei-Lin Lee from "Turning Red." Films Referenced: The Batman, After Yang, Turning Red, Everything Everywhere All at Once.

In this special episode, staff writer Audrey Barnett talks to filmmakers Kiley Kraskouskas, Leola Calzolai-Stewart and Rachell Shapiro about their new film, "The American Diplomat." The three filmmakers run FLOWSTATE Films, a production company based in D.C. The film follows three Black U.S. diplomats as the Cold War and the Civil Rights Movement complicates their foreign missions of spreading democracy.

Koz, Spenser and Tristan get together to discuss which characters remind them of themselves and each other. Tristan also brings birthday surprises for Spenser, and the episode quickly becomes a musical.

Tristan, Koz and Spenser take another look at the nominees for the upcoming 2022 Oscars. They talk about esteemed editor Hank Corwin, the bristling of Peter's comb in "The Power of the Dog," and the various incendiary oversights of the Academy. As always, emotions run high and tirades ensue. Don't Look Up, Dune (2021), Encanto, Parallel Mothers, The Power of the Dog, There Will Be Blood, Bee Movie, Belfast, No Time to Die, West Side Story (2021), Cruella, Cyrano, Nightmare Alley, CODA, Being the Ricardos, The Trial of the Chicago 7, The Lost Daughter, King Richard, Hamilton, Cats, Passing, Lazy Town, tick, tick...BOOM!, The Tragedy of Macbeth, Drive My Car, Moonlight, La La Land, The Eyes of Tammie Faye, Spencer, Licorice Pizza, The Piano, Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised), Zola, C'mon C'mon, Red Rocket, Vice, The Worst Person in the World, Selena

Tristan, Koz and Spenser discuss the happy surprises, numerous snubs and laughable gaffs of the 2022 Oscar nominees. Topics discussed include the need for greater documentary and short film distribution, Lin Manuel Miranda, Suicide Squad, prosthetics, the challenges of adapting screenplays and much more. "Don't Look Up Fans" be warned: this episode is not for you. Films Referenced: Dune (2021), Free Guy, No Time to Die, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Bicycle Thieves, Vertigo, Rear Window, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Blade Runner 2049, Nightmare Alley (2021), The Power of the Dog, The Tragedy of Macbeth, West Side Story (2021), The French Dispatch, The Green Knight, Drive My Car, Flee, The Hand of God, Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom, The Worst Person in the World, Encanto, Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised), Ascencion, Attica, Writing with Fire, Luca, The Mitchells vs the Machines, Raya and the Last Dragon, Coming 2 America, Cruella, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, House of Gucci, Sucide Squad, Don't Look Up, King Richard, Tick, Tick...Boom, The Long Goodbye, Belfast, Licorrice Pizza, Anchor Man, Step Brothers, Taladega Nights, The Revenant, The Departed, Phantom Thread, CODA, The Lost Daughter, Dune (1984)

Tristan, Koz and Spenser unpack "Honey Boy," the deeply personal project written from actor Shia LaBeouf's own experiences. The crew rate Alma Har'el's directorial debut as powerful to various extents; they agree that the performances are solid, yet the narrative leaves a little to be desired. With everyone's favorite holiday around the corner, the crew then recommends their picks for a romantic, or at least entertaining, Valentine's Day. Films Referenced: Honey Boy, Punch-Drunk Love, Uncut Gems, About Time, Chungking Express, West Side Story (2021), Emma, Pride & Prejudice, Titanic, Black Mirror (2011-2019)

Tristan, Koz and Spenser revel over the mastery of Ryusuke Hamaguchi's newest film, "Drive My Car." With its deep connection and homage to the theater, Koz appreciates the unique, multilingual approach the film takes within its narrative. They then list their favorite comfort films, as Koz recovers from her wisdom teeth surgery. We also don't know how she was able to record hours after that. Films Referenced: Drive My Car, Parasite, Fargo, Napoleon Dynamite, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Shrek 2, La La Land.

Tristan, Koz and Spenser unpack "Cold War," a complicated romance film that follows two Polish musicians through displacement and artistic passion, all under the backdrop of a tumultuous, volatile post-war Europe. The crew then share their favorite films of 2021, including some that they covered for The Eagle. Koz gets to share her undying love for "Zola" again. Tristan’s top 3: 1. “Limbo” 2. “Quo Vadis, Aida?” 3. (Tie) “Dune,” “The French Dispatch” Tristan’s “this movie was good because it had Tony Leung in it” Award: “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” Spenser’s top 3: 1. “C’mon C’mon” 2. “Mass” 3. “Titane” Koz’s top 3: 1. “Zola” 2. “The French Dispatch” 3. (Tie) “Old,” “West Side Story” Films Referenced: Cold War (2018), Bridge of Spies, Tinker Tailor Solider Spy, The Pianist, Schindler's List, Zola, C'mon C'mon, Limbo, The French Dispatch, Mass, Quo Vadis, Aida?, Old, West Side Story (2021), Titane, Dune (2021), Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.