Film Soceyology

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September 12, 2025

Does the Spinal Tap sequel go to 11? Matthew Socey breaks down his history with the band/films. Plus, Film Soceyology Usual Suspect Taffeta V discuss the cinematic impact of fashion designer Giorgio Armani.

Twinless and Splitsville

September 5, 2025

Matthew Socey reviews two different films about relationships plus two tributes.

Caught Stealing, The Roses and The Hammer

August 29, 2025

Matthew Socey reviews the films Caught Stealing and The Roses. He replays his chat with Fred "The Hammer" Williamson and pays tribute to one of the biggest Film Soceyology contributors.

Relay, Honey Don't and Terence Stamp

August 22, 2025

Matthew Socey reviews the films Relay and Honey Don't, plus breaks down a new Blaxploitation box set. Matthew and guest Taffeta V. pay tribute to actor Terence Stamp.

Highest 2 Lowest and Rifftrax

August 15, 2025

Matthew Socey reviews the new Spike Lee Joint, Highest 2 Lowest. He also replays his chat with Kevin Murphy (MST3K, Rifftrax).

Weapons

August 8, 2025

Matthew Socey reviews the horror film Weapons, a couple music documentaries, a 1990s oddity and pays tribute to director Jonathan Kaplan.

The Naked Gun

August 1, 2025

Matthew Socey discusses his history with The Naked Gun franchise, plus a chat with fellow critic Evan Dossey (Midwest Film Journal).

The Fantastic 4: First Step

July 25, 2025

Matthew Socey reviews the new Fantastic 4 film. Plus, he dips into the archives for a Film Soceyology favorite episode.

Eddington

July 18, 2025

Matthew Socey reviews the COVID-western Eddington. Plus, one of Film Soceyology's Usual Suspects appears to pay tribute to a Hall of Fame That Guy.

Superman, Bill, Brian and Lalo

July 11, 2025

Matthew Socey returns with an epic episode. He reviews the new Superman film, chats with Bill Simmons about his latest theatrical project (plus a slew of films) and chats with Brian Hartz about the music of Lalo Schifrin.