Above the Line is a film podcast about contemporary cinema, film culture, & the theatrical experience. Hosted by Ian & McKenzie.

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If I Had Legs I'd Kick You isn't an Uncut Gems riff! It's better.
If I Had Legs I'd Kick You isn't an Uncut Gems riff! It's better.

On this episode, Ian and McKenzie review the new film from Mary Bronstein (Yeast, 2008), ⁠If I Had Legs I'd Kick You⁠. They get into the autobiographical content, the film's surreal nature, and how some people are reading the film incorrectly.

In Blue Moon, Ethan Hawke & Co. take our breath away...
In Blue Moon, Ethan Hawke & Co. take our breath away...

On this episode, Ian and McKenzie review the lovely new one location drama from Richard Linklater and frequent collaborator Ethan Hawke about one of the final nights in composer Lorenz Hart's life, ⁠Blue Moon⁠.

After the Hunt Has Great Blazers... Beautiful Blazers! + The Kiss of the Spider Woman & Roofman
After the Hunt Has Great Blazers... Beautiful Blazers! + The Kiss of the Spider Woman & Roofman

On this episode, Ian and McKenzie discuss early-October 2025 releases with the charming new comedy ROOFMAN, the movie musical KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, and Luca Guadagnino’s latest film AFTER THE HUNT starring Julia Roberts.

Is One Battle After Another PTA's Crowning Achievement? + Eleanor the Great & A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
Is One Battle After Another PTA's Crowning Achievement? + Eleanor the Great & A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

In our inaugural episode we discuss September 2025 theatrical releases — what we loved, what we hated, and most importantly Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest feature film ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER.

Above The Line is a film podcast where every other Monday we will be discussing the moment’s biggest movies as well as hidden gems you might have missed. We also chat about what’s happening on the festival circuit, how the awards race is shaking out, as well as film culture at large. Episodes drop biweekly.

Below The Line is the online publication companion where we compose release newsletters to keep you up to date on what’s hitting theaters, reviews of new films, episode transcripts, and so much more.

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In Conversation: Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon
In Conversation: Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon

Ian and McKenzie discuss Richard Linklater’s new film Blue Moon, in this transcript from the Above The Line episode (edited for readability).

October 2025 Release Newsletter
October 2025 Release Newsletter

Our breakdown of the upcoming theater releases for October 2025.