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Ben Affleck, Ben Affleck, how we love you, let us count the ways. In episode 16, Lily and JM do their best to try and suppress their love for all things Affleck and provide an unbiased review of his directorial debut, “Gone Baby Gone.” Casey Affleck shines in the film, something that, along with Ed Harris’ hair, has been getting a lot of press as of late, but the real surprise is just how good a storyteller our beloved Ben turns out to be. Plus, the pair bitch at length about their latest Netflix rentals–”Evening,” “Reign Over Me,” “Transformers” and “Black Sheep.”

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Who knew that a blow-up doll could teach you so much? In episode 15, recurring guest co-host Charlie Ortiz and Lily review Craig Gillespie’s new film, “Lars and the Real Girl.” Listen in as the pair discuss the film’s awkward realism, the brilliant indie trio of Paul Schneider (who also has a great Website: www.paulschneider.com), Patricia Clarkson and Ryan Gosling, and the surprising message of kindness, acceptance and understanding that the film leaves you with. Plus, the pair delve into their latest Netflix rentals–”The Illusionist,” “XX/YY” and “In the Cut.”

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In episode 14, JM and Lily review Wes Anderson’s new film, “The Darjeeling Limited.” Listen in as the pair discuss the relative importance of “Hotel Chevalier,” the pros and cons of Anderson’s distinct storytelling technique and the sheer brilliance of the film’s opening sequence. Plus, the pair delve into their latest Netflix rentals–”The Method” and “Broken English.”

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Finally, the Fall movie that Lily has been dying to see, Sean Penn’s “Into the Wild.” Will JM end up liking it or will he stand by his original contention that Chris McCandless is an idiot? Listen in as the pair discuss the film, the distinct difference between William Hurt and John Hurt, and the brilliance of Sean Penn: Director. Plus, the pair delve into their latest Netflix rentals–”Demetri Martin: Person,” Driving Lessons” and “The Wind that Shakes the Barley.”

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