The Roy Kent of Film Criticism
Long before Brett Goldstein was winning Emmys for Ted Lasso, he was (and still is) a massive film nerd. Films to Be Buried With works because it rejects the stuffiness of traditional film criticism. There's no posturing here. You'll hear a world-class director talk about why a silly 80s comedy is more important to them than a Citizen Kane-style masterpiece.
The Structure of a Life
The podcast follows a rigid set of questions that have become iconic to fans: the first film you remember seeing, the film that made you cry the most, the film you find the scariest, and the aforementioned 'sexy' film. This repetition is the secret sauce. By asking every guest the same questions, Goldstein builds a massive, interconnected web of cinematic history that feels personal rather than academic.
Why Parents Should Listen (Solo)
As a parent, your media consumption often gets hijacked by whatever the kids are into. This podcast is the perfect antidote. It’s a reminder of the movies that made you who you are. It’s also a fantastic discovery engine. You’ll find yourself pausing the episode to add titles to your Letterboxd or watchlist that you’ve never heard of.
It’s also surprisingly moving. When a guest talks about the movie they watched while going through a divorce or the film that helped them understand their parents, it hits home. It’s a comedy show, yes, but it treats the relationship between the viewer and the screen with immense respect.
