The Cinephile Mind Podcast
The Cinephile Mind is a film podcast for movie lovers who want more than surface-level reactions. Hosted by a team of passionate cinephiles, we dive into film reviews, director retrospectives, awards season analysis, festival coverage, and deep conversations about the movies shaping cinema today.
From major studio releases to independent films and festival standouts, each episode blends thoughtful critique with lively discussion, rankings, and filmmaker interviews. Whether we're breaking down Oscar contenders, revisiting legendary directors, or spotlighting hidden gems, our goal is simple: celebrate cinema and explore what makes movies unforgettable.
New episodes weekly featuring film reviews, rankings, festival coverage, and conversations with filmmakers and creatives.
The Cinephile Mind Podcast
Latest Episodes
Ep. 27: Charlie Harper Director Mac Eldridge on Love, Memory & the Movies That Shaped Him
For Episode 27 of The Cinephile Mind, I’m joined by filmmaker Mac Eldridge, co-director of Charlie Harper, for a conversation about first love, memory, filmmaking, and the movies that shaped him.This one is also a little persona...
Ep. 26: Mike P. Nelson Wanted BEWARE BOIÚNA to Be More Than a Giant Snake Movie
Director Mike P. Nelson joins The Cinephile Mind to talk about his new survival horror film BEWARE BOIÚNA, filming deep in the Amazon, bringing the mythology of the Boiúna to the screen, and creating a creature feature that goes beyond the fami...
After the Festival Ep. 1: Walter Thompson-Hernández on If I Go Will They Miss Me
Welcome to the very first episode of After the Festival, a new interview series from The Cinephile Mind about what happens to independent films after the festival premiere.We spend so much time talking about Sundance, TIFF, Tribec...
Ep. 24: Martin Campbell on JUST PLAY DEAD, Casino Royale & Saving James Bond Twice
Episode 24 of The Cinephile Mind is here.Miguel sits down with legendary filmmaker Martin Campbell to talk about his new comedy-mystery thriller Just Play Dead, starring Samuel L. Jackson and Eva Green.Campbell also looks back o...
Ep. 23 TIFF 2026: Most Anticipated Movies | Toronto International Film Festival Preview
TIFF 2026 is almost here! In Episode 23 of The Cinephile Mind, Miguel, Marco, and Kaitlyn preview the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival and break down the movies we’re most excited to see at TIFF this year.K...
