1 of my Stories

Little House on the Prairie Original Series Rewatch

1 of my Stories — Tue, 26 May 2026 21:13:32 GMT

Please don’t tell Pa, but there’s a new Little House on the Prairie series coming to Netflix in July of 2026. To prepare our hearts and minds for this potential violation of our childhoods, Steve and I decided it was our duty to revisit the original series. Steve’s been begging for this to become a reality, so perhaps it was inevitable.

We talk through our histories with the show, some book research, and why we think the OG Little House has been arguably the GOAT of family shows. In addition to just general conversation, we each picked 3 favorite episodes to discuss. Those are: The Pilot, Ma’s Holiday, The Richest Man in Walnut Grove, The Spring Dance, Bunny, The Music Box, and Harriet’s Happenings.

We will be back closer to the premiere of the new series to talk more about the new cast and what we think the new release might bring. Stay tuned for more Little House content.

Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com .

Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Alabama Pilgrimage Reflections by Dr. Deborah Boston: When Christ Enters the Equation

1 of my Stories — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:27:08 GMT

This episode is part of my Alabama Pilgrimage series, where I interview friends who traveled with me through the important sites of the Civil Rights Movement. Each episode, one pilgrim shares their memories and reflections from the trip, starting with myself. We hope you will enjoy listening to each of these stories.

Today's pilgrim is Dr. Deborah Boston. Dr. Boston is an educator with a doctorate in leadership studies and adult education. She's now semi-retired, but is an active member of many civic and community organizations, including the Mt. Level Community Partnership for Racial Justice.

Dr. Boston is actually one of the founding members of the Mt. Level Community Partnership and the Alabama Pilgrimage. From its inception, she, along with Rev. Linda Van Hook have been imagining what it would look like to pursue a model for beloved community in her home city. She shares about growing up in Winston Salem and comparing the treatment she received in schools where she was loved and cared for vs. tolerated and neglected.

As a life long learner, she wanted to keep growing and learning and finds doing that in community very rewarding. The 2024 pilgrimage was her second time attending, and she shares what was different from this time. In addition to sharing her experiences of the pilgrimage, she also offers information about how Durham locals can get involved with the partnership. Here is a link to their website if you want to keep up with current and upcoming opportunities.

This is the last interview from the Alabama Pilgrimage Class of 2024, but it's far from the end of the story.

Alabama Pilgrimage Reflections by Rebecca Felton: Making Up for Lost Opportunities

1 of my Stories — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:18:53 GMT

Today's pilgrim is Rebecca Felton. Rebecca was born and raised in Durham, NC. She is a literacy advocate, with a specialty in learning disabilities connected to reading. Her experience spans teaching, tutoring, teacher training, and researcher. She also offers counseling and legal advocacy by working with groups such as NC Legal Aid and the Duke Children's Law Clinic.

Rebecca shares how she became passionate about education and about her childhood in Durham. She grew up middle class and becomes aware of race through experiences she had as a child. After leaving Durham, she became involved in civil rights marches and protests in the late 60s but regrets missing out on the earlier, more dangerous events that we learned about on the pilgrimage. I thought it was beautiful that she interrogated herself during the interview and wanted to make up for lost opportunities.

Rebecca shares about the historical Lincoln School and the power of being able to walk alongside people of different races on the pilgrimage.

If you would like to learn more about the Alabama Pilgrimage, visit the DurhamCares website.

The music in this series is entitled Brothers and Sisters by Alana Jordan on Pixabay.

Alabama Pilgrimage Reflections by Dr. Lafayette Maxwell: The Gift of Black Bottom

1 of my Stories — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:54:15 GMT

Today's pilgrim is Dr. Lafayette Maxwell. Dr. Maxwell is a graduate of Duke Divinity School and has a doctorate from the Virginia Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology. He's currently a professor at Shaw University, a pastor at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, and frequent guest presenter of the Black Empowerment National Broadcast.

Dr. Maxwell shares his memories of growing up in the Black Bottom neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida. It was a place where he felt the love of his community all around him. Today he wants to instill that same sense of pride and community in the spaces he lives and serves. His memories are vivid, appealing, and joyful. From being a pastor to work as a radio broadcaster and DJ, Dr. Maxwell operates with a sense of purpose. I think I could have listened to his stories all day. He has gone on two pilgrimages.

If you would like to learn more about the Alabama Pilgrimage, visit the DurhamCares website. You can connect with Dr. Maxwell through is email address: Lmaxwell@nc.rr.com.

The music in this series is entitled Brothers and Sisters by Alana Jordan on Pixabay.

Alabama Pilgrimage Reflections by Bev Iber: Precious Beads at the Bottom of the Ocean

1 of my Stories — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:02:35 GMT

Today's pilgrim is Bev Iber. Bev is a gemologist who has a love for Africa. She lived in Kenya for 8 years mining gemstones. She has owned many businesses including the most recent one in Fearrington Village for 21 years. Bev often processes revelations or difficult subjects through the gathering of beads into jewelry that can be worn and used to pass on the message. Bev shares about her life growing up in Texas, as well as the pieces of jewelry she was inspired to make after visiting the Legacy Museum and seeing the haunting 3D images of bodies buried at the bottom of the ocean.

If you would like to learn more about the Alabama Pilgrimage, visit the DurhamCares website at durhamcares.org.

The music in this series is entitled Brothers and Sisters by Alana Jordan on Pixabay.

Let's Debate the NC Film Critic Nominations of 2025

1 of my Stories — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:04:33 GMT

The NC Film Critics Association (NCFCA) announced their Best of Cinema Nominees for 2025. And for the third year in a row, I’m joined by fellow NC Film Critics to gab about the nominations and share our hopes for the winners’ circle.

The NCFCA is made up of 69 members who either work or live in the Tar Heel state. To see the full list of nominations, as well as previous years' winners, visit ncfilmcritics.org.

The final winners will be announced on January 26, 2025. Stay tuned until then.

About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Anthony recommends you check out PRESENCE, directed by Steven Soderbergh, or RESURRECTION, directed by Bi Gan. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com; IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile; YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs.

About Andrew Eisenman: Andrew is the incoming Community Engagement Coordinator for the NC Film Critics. He currently writes for Elements of Madness and Pontificator.org. You can also find Andrew on Bluesky @AndrewJEisenman.bsky.social. Andrew recommends you watch DOGS ON THE SENDERO, directed by Michael Flores, and EEPHUS, directed by Carson Lund.

About Pruett Norris: Pruett Norris is a journalist and film critic based in Asheville, N.C. He writes for online publication 828newsNOW about all manner of things, but his output can be broken down as "breaking news to movie reviews," with a side of broader arts and entertainment coverage. Pruett recommends you watch THE MASTERMIND, directed by Kelly Reichardt, and EDDINGTON, directed by Ari Aster. You can find Pruett at 828NewsNow.com.

About Lindsey: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories. Lindsey recommends you watch THE UGLY STEPSISTER, directed by Emilie Blichfeldt, or BRING HER BACK, directed by Michael and Danny Phillippou.

Stranger Things Finale + Wrap Up

1 of my Stories — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 08:03:17 GMT

Do you believe? Believe it or not, it's the end of an Era. The Stranger Things Era. For almost a decade now, we have been enraptured by this TV show. While mileage may vary, there's not a person on this Upside Down planet who hasn't been impacted by this show to some level.

To commemorate the occasion, I'm joined by three guests. Together we make a Core 4, who discuss the finale and then celebrate the show as a whole. Put on your electrode caps, toast an Eggo, and join Harrison, Raul, Vera and I for an epic podcast. We cover our top moments from the finale, top critiques, top characters, top quotes, and top needle drops. We then take a step back and name our top ten moments from the show as a whole, plus name our crowdsourced top ten from listeners.

Along the way, I get educated on Toy Story and get mansplained about how old I am.

About Harrison: Harrison Martin is the founder of Flixfrog, a blog reviewing film and television. He got a part-time job at Regal Cinemas to make watching movies more convenient (OK … free). Even after leaving his job at Regal Cinemas, Harrison would drive hours to any advanced screening in the hopes of someday becoming a certified critic. Since then, the website has grown into a small business venture including reviews, articles, digital content, and much more. You can find Harrison on Twitter @movieguru23 or @flixfrog.

About Raul: Raul is a Puerto Rico born, New England raised narrative enthusiast who is obsessed with the art of visual storytelling. In his life stories are what got him through; the ones he told himself, the ones others shared, & the ones he absorbed from movies, TV, and books. He studied film in Florida and eventually applied himself to criticism before launching Minorities Report-- an outlet focused on increasing diversity in the press space. In his mind there are two indisputable GOATs, David Fincher & Tom Brady, and no one can convince him otherwise but he sure does love it when people try. You can find Raul on Twitter or IG @mreportpod or find his podcast at https://open.spotify.com/show/33cYS65Tml3S6zvRcJHdd4

About Vera: Vera is a Toronto native who works as a freelance sign language interpreter. She's a proud CODA, movie fan, and mom. Vera is also the Foreign Correspondent and Ghoul Scout Troop Leader for the Fear of God podcast. Find Vera on TikTok or IG @veepats.

Stranger Things Season 5, Vol. 2

1 of my Stories — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:39:50 GMT

Harrison Martin aka Flixfrog returns for a discussion on Stranger Things season 5, part 2. While our opinions differ on if this part was better than part 1, we both had things we liked about this newest selection of episodes. We approach the finale with hope and a prayer that this beloved show will end things on a high note.

We break down the character arcs, the un-proposal from Jonathan and Nance, the make up between Steve and Dustin, the coming out scene with Will, and the satisfaction of seeing Max wake up.

There's much more, but we do take a pit stop to discuss our favorite snacks and end with our outstanding character awards. All this, and more awaits those who enter. Mellon!

Welcome to Derry, Episode 8: Winter Fire

1 of my Stories — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 01:25:34 GMT

It's the final episode of Welcome to Derry, Winter Fire. We finally see how 1962 resolves and witness the foretold "final twist" that reveals why the Muschiettis are releasing the three seasons in backwards order. Would you believe it's time travel?

But before we get to the time travel plot, there are character arcs to resolve. Who lives? Who dies? Who tells the story? Not everyone gets character justice, but Steve and I do our past to articulate the truth about the big finale.

Although the Muschiettis have promised two more seasons, we have yet to hear an official announcement. But hopefully soon. In any case, thank you for joining Steve and I on another recap series.

Welcome to Derry, Episode 7: The Black Spot

1 of my Stories — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 04:17:17 GMT

It's the penultimate episode of season 1, The Black Spot. It's the episode everyone has been waiting to happen -- the supposed big hurrah. Only it turns out, there's a second hurrah coming that could be even more important to this show's lore. We talk about that decision and why it doesn't quite compute (for Lindsey at least).

Now, don't get me wrong. The Black Spot incident was delivered with terror and intrigue. The event was perpetrated by societal racism that will linger through in the Derry water for eternity. However, then introducing a plot twist that leads to a threat of It being unleashed outside the borders of Derry undermines the terror of the Black Spot and could make it seem less than. And plus, hasn't it been hinted at that the entity's power used to be stronger in the past? We will see how this all resolves next week.

Stranger Things Season 5, Vol. 1

1 of my Stories — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:24:05 GMT

Ready for a crawl? Or a piece of special pie? Harrison Martin, otherwise known as Flixfrog, came back to 1 of my Stories to help me make sense of the final season of STRANGER THINGS. Netflix gonna Netflix, so, of course, they had to release the season in three parts, outdoing their previous two-part release. Fair enough.

Both of us had waned in our enthusiasm for the show and weren't sure what to expect. But we loved re-entering the world and discovering the big reveal of part 1.

Life in Hawkins has taken a turn. The whole town is under quarantine and part of the city is closed up in a military occupied zone called MAC-Z. The Byers family is shacking up with the Wheelers for an undisclosed reason. Robin and Steve have new jobs at the SQOWK radio station, and whole gang uses the station as a rally point and operation center for their secret mission to find Vecna in the Upside Down. Murray plays Santa Clause and keeps the group equipped and operational for their special projects. The whole crew participates in these projects and knows to hup-to whenever Donna Summers' Upside Down plays. That's the call signal. Eleven and Hopper are living in the outskirts of town, helping Eleven train. Poor Max is still in a coma, with Lucas faithfully visiting her and keeping that Kate Bush light on. Finally, we have Holly Wheeler, always the kid sister in the background, playing a new unusual role.

The military is on the hunt for Eleven, but Eleven and the gang find Vecna before everything they hold dear is taken away?

The next three episodes drop on Christmas Day, and the finale drops on New Year's Eve, with theatrical releases happening in some cities. Do you have your tickets?

About Harrison Martin: Harrison Martin is the founder of Flixfrog, a blog reviewing film and television. He got a part-time job at Regal Cinemas to make watching movies more convenient (OK … free). Even after leaving his job at Regal Cinemas, Harrison would drive hours to any advanced screening in the hopes of someday becoming a certified critic. Since then, the website has grown into a small business venture including reviews, articles, digital content, and much more. You can find Harrison on Twitter @movieguru23 or @flixfrog

Welcome to Derry, Episode 6: In the Name of the Father

1 of my Stories — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 03:01:26 GMT

With only three episodes left, Welcome to Derry gives us the gift of a moment of calm before the storm. Yes, the kids and adults are left reeling after their interactions with It/Pennywise in the sewer, but there's a moment of reprieve as Ronnie reunites with her dad and the Black soldier blow off some steam at the newest dive in town, The Black Spot.

Not everyone is having a good time though, certainly not Lilly, Dick Hallorann, or the Hanlon family. We also get a pretty big reveal in regards to a certain employee of Juniper Hill, Ingrid Kersh. As usual, we go through our Easter eggs, our MVP, our rating, and the character beats that made us scream, laugh, and lean forward. Next week's episode is gearing up to be a big one, The Black Spot. This is where all the junk will go down. Will the Muschiettis be able to land their paper plane on Main Street? Have to wait a whole week to find out.

Wicked: For Good & The Running Man

1 of my Stories — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:14:41 GMT

In the realm of cinema, expectations can often lead to disappointment, especially when beloved stories are adapted for the screen. In this podcast, we delve into Lindsey's experience of watching two recent films, Wicked: For Good and The Running Man. Both films have made their mark in the box office, but do they live up to the hype?

Welcome to Derry, episode 5: 29 Neibolt Street

1 of my Stories — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:14:49 GMT

This was certainly an episode with lots of twists, turns, and suspense. It's the perfect start to a well-laid crescendo towards a glorious and terrifying season 1 climax at The Black Spot. Steve and I give our predictions and awards for MVP character, plus our episode rating. Next weeks episode will be titled In the Name of the Father.

Episode 5 picks up right where episode 4 left off with Hallorann believing he has extracted the pertinent information from Taniel. The military, represented by General Shaw, immediately organize a mission to send Hanlon and Hallorann down under the sewers with Colonel Fuller and an entourage to tighten the perimeter of pillars around It. Of course, this plan all goes all wrong, especially since Taniel left out some vital pieces of information. They didn't get everything. Somehow, he found the strength to block their attempts to rob all of his secrets.

Meanwhile the kids organize their own rescue mission to bring poor Phil Malkin home. An exhausted Matty appears on top of the Standpipe inside his cozy yellow tent. He reveals he survived by watching Pennywise tear apart the other kids. Lilly galvanizes the group to brave the sewers using the aid of "mommy's little helper."

Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com .

Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Stranger Things Season 4.2 discussion with Darryl Mansel and Harrison Martin

1 of my Stories — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:54:45 GMT

This episode was recorded in July of 2022. Darryl Mansel, Harrison Martin, and I come together like pineapple on pizza discuss the second part of Stranger Things, season 4. This is a spoiler full discussion, and there was a lot to get into. There are some juice discussions about Dr. Brenner and Will, the death of Eddie and if it was necessary, and our speculations and theories on what will happen in season 5. Will Joyce and Hopper ever get their date? Let us know what you think. You can watch Stranger Things on Netflix.

About Stranger Things season 4: After surviving the battle of Starcourt Mall, the Hawkins gang has broken up, with the Byers' and Eleven moving to sunny California. Everyone settles into their new life, trying to make the best of things and move on. But the evil lurking in Hawkins is far from over. This new season takes place in multiple locations: Hawkins, California, Russia, and a mysterious bunker in the desert. With new secrets, new threats, and new characters, the world of Stranger Things keeps getting bigger.

About Darryl Mansel: Darryl Mansel is the former host and founder of the Poprika Reviews podcast. These days, he is working on pursuing his passion for screenwriting. You can find Darryl on Twitter @Seedalicious.

About Harrison Martin: Harrison Martin is the founder of Flixfrog, a blog reviewing film and television. He got a part-time job at Regal Cinemas to make watching movies more convenient (OK … free). Even after leaving his job at Regal Cinemas, Harrison would drive hours to any advanced screening in the hopes of someday becoming a certified critic. Since then, the website has grown into a small business venture including reviews, articles, digital content, and much more. You can find Harrison on Twitter @movieguru23 or @flixfrog.

About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey is a film reviewer known by the moniker 1ofMyStories. She thinks stories have the power to change lives and minds in a way that works better than arguing. You can find her on Letterboxd or Twitter @1ofmystories. Or check the website: 1ofmystories.com.

Stranger Things Season 4.1 discussion with Darryl Mansel and Harrison Martin

1 of my Stories — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:37:54 GMT

This episode was originally recorded on June 12, 2022. Stranger Things, season 4, was so great that I was overwhelmed with the need to discuss with other fans.

Darryl Mansel, Harrison Martin, and I converged to discuss everything Hawkins, Satanic Panic, and Upside Down. It's full of spoilers and juicy tidbits. It may not be quite as great as winning an Americantendo, but give it a listen.

We discuss the new characters, theories about Vecna, and what will be Nancy's song. Let us know what you think.

About Stranger Things season 4: After surviving the battle of Starcourt Mall, the Hawkins gang has broken up, with the Byers' and Eleven moving to sunny California. Everyone settles into their new life, trying to make the best of things and move on. But the evil lurking in Hawkins is far from over. This new season takes place in multiple locations: Hawkins, California, Russia, and a mysterious bunker in the desert. With new secrets, new threats, and new characters, the world of Stranger Things keeps getting bigger.

About Darryl Mansel: Darryl Mansel is the former head of Poprika Reviews. He's now working on his passion for screenwriting. You can find Darryl on Twitter @Seedalicious.

About Harrison Martin: Harrison Martin is the founder of Flixfrog, a blog reviewing film and television. He got a part-time job at Regal Cinemas to make watching movies more convenient (OK … free). Even after leaving his job at Regal Cinemas, Harrison would drive hours to any advanced screening in the hopes of someday becoming a certified critic. Since then, the website has grown into a small business venture including reviews, articles, digital content, and much more. You can find Harrison on Twitter @movieguru23 or @flixfrog.

About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey is a film reviewer known by the moniker 1ofMyStories. She thinks stories have the power to change lives and minds in a way that works better than arguing. You can find her on Letterboxd or Twitter @1ofmystories. Or check the website: 1ofmystories.com.

Oppenheimer Discussion with Evan Cate

1 of my Stories — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 05:12:23 GMT

Even after reviewing Oppenheimer a month ago, I still had more thoughts to share. Luckily, Evan Cate of The Leech Podcast agreed to talk it all out with me. We discuss our favorite characters, the best scenes, and our overall thoughts about Nolan as a director. Plus, we draw comparisons between this movie and There Will Be Blood (Evan's favorite movie) and ponder what Nolan might have up his sleeve next. Listen in for this discussion about a walking paradox. Evan Cate is the host of The Leech Podcast, where they discuss movies that suck the life out of you, but also might be good for you. Follow the Leech podcast at IG: @TheLeechpodcast, Twitter: @Leechpodcast, TheLeechPodcast.com, or wherever podcasts are found. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Summer I Turned Pretty.

Scream 6 Spoiler-Free Review (Scream VI)

1 of my Stories — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 08:01:08 GMT

Scream 6 trades in the cozy small town of Woodsboro for the concrete streets of New York, giving the Ghostface killer a new playground to pillage. In this video, I offer my spoiler-free thoughts about this latest film in the franchise. Scream 6 opens in theaters on March 10th, 2023. #screamvi #scream6 Scream 6 is produced by Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Media. It's released by the collective known as Radio Silence. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. Written by James Vanderbilt & Guy Busick. Starring Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Hayden Panettiere, Courteney Cox, Jack Champion, Henrzy Czerny, Dermot Mulroney, and more. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with NC Film Critics. You can find her content at 1ofmystories.com or on Twitter, Letterboxd, Instagram, SoundCloud, or YouTube at @1ofmystories.

Creed 3 spoiler-free review

1 of my Stories — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 03:00:27 GMT

Michael B. Jordan makes it directorial debut with Creed III, the latest film in the Rocky franchise. In this video, I offer my spoiler-free thoughts on the movie and the directing style, which is quite different from the previous films. #creed3 #creediii #rocky Creed 3 opens in theaters on March 3rd, 2023

Welcome to Derry, episode 4: The Great Swirling Apparatus of Our Planet's Function

1 of my Stories — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:05:35 GMT

Steve Barnes and I are joined by Reed Lackey of the Fear of God podcast to discuss episode 4 of Welcome to Derry. Episode 4 is what we at 1 of my Stories like to call a Barnes burner, in honor of our friend Steve Barnes. This episode takes us even further into the past with the first ever on-screen adaptation of It's origin story. As part of General Shaw's continued attempt to find the hiding place of It, he decides to use the power of Hallorann to force Taniel to reveal the location. He gets what he wants, but this will likely just open a channel for Pennywise to grow in his powers. In addition to this glorious 20-minute story within a story, there are sizzling character interactions between Hallorann and Leroy Hanlon, who has turned on full dad protection mode. Charlotte has been activated by Hank Grogan's case to earn him some justice. Now that Hallorann and the military have learned about Neibolt House, how long will they resist before they try to enter gun's blazing? Reed Lackey is a film critic with NC Film Critics and is the co-host of the Fear of God podcast. He is a lover of all things horror, but even more than that, he loves discussing those stories with his friends (or whomever will listen). So he spends his days in southern California with his wife and son writing, reading, working, watching movies & TV, and having as many meaningful conversations as possible about all of the interesting stories all around us, and how we find ourselves in them. You can find him at thefearofgodpodcast.com. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Arts & Faith Top 100 Spiritually Significant Films for 2025

1 of my Stories — Thu, 22 May 2025 04:30:20 GMT

Arts & Faith community members Lindsey Dunn, Reed Lackey, and Brian Duignan met up to discuss the newly released Top 100 Spiritually Significant Films List for 2025. This is the 7th such list that Arts & Faith has made as a group. Films can be considered spiritually significant for many reasons, usually a film that provokes spiritual meditation or the film has been formative in a group member’s personal spiritual journey. This year's list was created by 31 jurors. To see the full Arts & Faith Top 100 List, previous versions of the list, and other projects the group has worked on, please visit artsandfaith.com. You can also use that website to inquire if you would like to join the group. To hear part 1 of this Arts & Faith Discussion, please tune in to the Fear of God podcast dated April 22, 2025 to hear a more detailed history of the group, how and why it got started. https://www.thefearofgodpodcast.com/blog/artsandfaith Please search the 1 of my Stories podcast feed if you would like to hear the episodes about the 2024 ecumenical jury and the Top 25 Crime and Punishment Films. Brian Duignan is a family medicine doctor who developed a passion for film around age 10. His love for film was re-ignited in 2010 when he connected with the Arts & Faith community. He believes you demonstrate your love for God, others, and film by giving those things his deepest attention. Follow Brian at his ScreenAttention website: screenattention.com/ Reed Lackey is a film critic with NC Film Critics and is the co-host of the Fear of God podcast. He is a lover of all things horror, but even more than that, he loves discussing those stories with his friends (or whomever will listen). So he spends his days in southern California with his wife and son writing, reading, working, watching movies & TV, and having as many meaningful conversations as possible about all of the interesting stories all around us, and how we find ourselves in them. You can find him at thefearofgodpodcast.com Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at www.1ofmystories.com/ and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents 100 Years of Solitude Episode 8: So Many Flowers Fell From the Sky

1 of my Stories — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Our coverage of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude continues, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Episode 8 is called So Many Flowers Fell from the Sky. In this series mid-point, Aureliano returns to Macondo as a prisoner of war, but fate steps in to give him another day. We say goodbye to some characters and hello to others. Ursula's worst fears come true when she discovers she has given birth a monster after all.

Cobra Kai season 6 part 2 reaction/review

1 of my Stories — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT

It's time for the Sekai Taikai. Welcome to Barthelona, it's time to see who has a DOG IN THE FIGHT. Is there a snake hiding in the grass or perhaps SNAKES ON A PLANE. #cobrakai Here are my first thoughts about the first three episodes of season 6.2 This makes up for the somewhat disappointing part 1 that just visited old ground. Watch Cobra Kai: http://www.netflix.com/cobrakai Read my theory about the theory of Miyagi-Do vs. Cobra Kai: https://www.1ofmystories.com/2024/05/a-tale-of-two-dojo-cobra-kai-vs-miyagi.html

Sweet Child of Time Presents 100 Years of Solitude Episode 5: Remedios Moscote

1 of my Stories — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Our coverage of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude continues, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Episode 5 is called Remedios Moscote. In this week's episode, Remedios and Aureliano finally tie the knot, while Rebeca languishes in her desire to get married to Pietro. Ursula and Arcadio argue, and Arcadio leaves the house to take the job as the school principal. Despite the challenges, Remedios brings joy to the whole family. The winds of change blow strong into Macondo, causing each family member to make choices that drive each other apart. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: 100 Years of Solitude Episode 4 Recap: The Chestnut Tree

1 of my Stories — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Our coverage of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude continues, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Episode 4 is called The Chestnut Tree. A new magistrate arrives, threatening the manufactured equity that Jose Arcadio Buendia projects upon Macondo. Aureliano finds the love of his life, and an unexpected death throws Jose Arcadio Buendia into madness. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Two Peas on a Pod Presents: Inside Out 2

1 of my Stories — Sun, 30 Jun 2024 03:42:24 GMT

My fellow film critic Gerald Morris invited me to talk about Inside Out 2 with him on his podcast, Two Peas on a Podcast. Inside Out 2 is a sequel to the runaway hit, Inside Out (2015). Directed by first time director Kelsey Mann. Inside Out 2 stars Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Tony Hale, Liza Lapira, Lewis Black, Maya Hawke, Ayo Edebiri, Adele Exarchopoulos, Paul Walter Hauser, and June Squibb. Continuing the story of Riley, Joy, Sadness, Fear, Disgust, and Anger have all become a cooperative team of emotions that all help Riley operating without repression. But when Riley enter puberty, five new emotions show up claiming their importance to the mixture. Anxiety, in particular, believes Riley needs to make careful choices or risk being alone. Once again, a battle for control ensues. The emotions will need to come together if Riley is survive her last summer with her two best friends and hold on to a healthy sense of self. About Gerald: A lifelong North Carolinian, Gerald Morris is an independent podcast and YouTube channel producer. Gerald now spends most of his time creating videos on YouTube and recording his weekly podcast (both named “Two Peas on a Podcast”) - which have been active since 2016. You can find Gerald on his YouTube page. About Lindsey: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Perfect Days Film Talk with Life Coach Anna Gonowon

1 of my Stories — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 16:59:26 GMT

In this special episode, we learn what happens when a life coach and a film critic get together to talk about movies. I'm joined by life coach Anna Gonowon to talk about the movie Perfect Days, directed by German filmmaker Wim Wenders. I introduce Anna and her services and what makes her different as a life coach. We then pivot to talking about the main character in Perfect Days, Hirayama, and how Anna would coach him. Hirayama's simple life of routines and hard work suggest a life of contentment, yet underneath the surface, we discover a hidden well of grief and loss that is perhaps beginning to bubble by the end of the film. This episode really shows off Anna's expertise. Anna is an evidence-based, scientifically grounded coaching strategist with over 6000 one-on-one coaching hours of experience. She can help you with many challenges including: Healing disconnections with romantic partners, family members, and friends Improving your relationship with yourself by identifying your key values. Conquering limiting beliefs. Setting goals to get you where you want to be. About Perfect Days: For those of you who haven't heard of the film, it's the story of Hirayama, a man who cleans public toilets for a living. He starts his day at dawn and follows a carefully scheduled routine of rituals. Yet he does all of this with a sense of contentment and pride. His routines do eventually get interrupted, which helps to reveal more about his character. In this slice of life film, we observe what makes Hirayama tick and where the fault lines lie in his carefully constructed life. Perfect Days was shortlisted for the Best International Feature Oscar for 2023. To connect with Anna or book her for a session, find her @RhymeandReasonCoaching on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. Or email her at Anna@Gonowon.com

Argylle Movie Review

1 of my Stories — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 04:56:46 GMT

In the tradition of Charade and the more recent Knight and Day comes Argylle, which seamlessly blends the romantic comedy and spy thriller genres. Luckily, the trailer masks much of the plot, which is not the norm these days. The star-studded cast is having a blast in this caper which proves love and adrenaline go hand in hand. Directed by Matthew Vaughn of the Kingsman franchise with screenplay by Jason Fuchs (Wonder Woman; Welcome to Derry).

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.7: Between the Time

1 of my Stories — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:00:19 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 7: Between the Time #darknetflix #netflixdark. In this penultimate episode of the entire show, we linger on the missing pieces of the Dark timeline and get to know HG Tannhaus a little better. What was he doing in the 1970s? Well apparently he was quite busy indeed. We also explore the last secrets of heritage in the Tiedemann and Doppler families. We get into the Schrodinger's cat of it all on this meaty episode of Dark. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching the last season of The Crown. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Anatomy of a Fall & The Holdovers Spoiler-Free Reviews

1 of my Stories — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 17:30:21 GMT

Lindsey reviews two films getting awards buzz: Anatomy of a Fall directed by Justine Triet and The Holdovers, directed by Alexander Payne. Anatomy of a Fall is a French-language film that combines elements of a courtroom and family drama. Directed by Justine Triet and starring Sandra Huller, Milo Machado Graner, Swann Arlaud, and Samuel Theis. Justine Triet became the third female director to ever win the Palme D'Or at Cannes 2023 for her efforts. The Holdovers is a warm-hearted coming-of age story directed by Alexander Payne, starring Paul Giamatti, Dominic Sessa, and Da'Vine Joy Randolph. Music by Aleksey Chistilin from Pixabay: Cinematic Time Lapse Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Season 3 Pre-Show and Listener Feedback

1 of my Stories — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:00:16 GMT

We took a two-month break, but Steve Barnes and I are getting ready to finish the last leg of the Dark journey with you -- season 3 recaps start soon. Before that, we wanted to get together to get ourselves hyped up for the final 8 episodes. We listen to a lot of feedback and also catch up with what's been going with us and the Dark Ways community. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching All the Light We Cannot See. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

The Fall of the House of Usher Discussion with Michelle Swope

1 of my Stories — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:41:30 GMT

To complete my Flanagan The Fall of House of Usher coverage, I host a discussion with horror maven Michelle Swope to discuss the entire series. After talking about our love for his work overall, we then deep dive into the new Poe-inspired series, including our favorite characters, the bloodiest deaths, and our overall takes on the themes of the show. The first part of the talk is spoiler free, and we give a spoiler warning before really getting into the nitty gritty. About Michelle Swope: Michelle writes about genre films for Bloody Disgusting, Daily Dead News, and Scream Magazine. She is Rotten Tomato approved and is a member of NC Film Critic Association. You can find her on Twitter & Bluesky @RedheadfromMars; On Instagram: @MichelleMSwope. Music by Aleksey Chistilin from Pixabay: Cinematic Time Lapse Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

A Haunting in Venice Spoiler-Free Review

1 of my Stories — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:04:19 GMT

A Haunting in Venice is the third Hercule Poirot mystery that Kenneth Branagh Poirot has brought to the screen, and it's my favorite of the series by far. Based on Hallowe'en Party by Agatha Christie. Adapted for the screen by Michael Green, directed by Branagh himself. Starring Branagh, Tina Fey, Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan, Kelly Reilly, Jude Hill, Camille Cottin, Ali Khan, Emma Laird, Kyle Allen, and Riccardo Scamarcio. On Halloween or all Hallows' Eve as they call it in a post War II Europe, Poirot has retired doing anything resembling detective work. His friend, celebrated author Ariadne Oliver wants him to help her disprove a medium's claim that she can talk to the dead. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Changeling.

She Who Must Burn review [Fantasia Fest 2023]

1 of my Stories — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:07:24 GMT

She Who Must Burn is a 2015 film by Canadian indie director Larry Kent, considered a pioneer in Canadian film making. Larry is being honored with the Trailblazer Award at Fantasia 2023. It premiered at Fantasia in 2015. This low budget horror makes up for its small budget with effective casting, music, and special effects. Directed by Kent and co-written by Kent and Shane Twerdun. Also starring James Wilson, Sarah Smyth, Andrew Dunbar, Missy Cross, Jim Francis, and Jewel Staite. A frightening foray into the ever-present debate between pro-life and pro-choice, She Who Must Burn depicts a world where religious zealots have the power and live beyond the law. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can her on 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Oppenheimer review

1 of my Stories — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:16:53 GMT

Oppenheimer is directed and written by Christopher Nolan, Starring Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey, Jr., Emily Blunt, Florence Pugh, Matt Damon, and Benny Safdie. Oppenheimer is a biopic based on American Prometheus by Kai Bird, incepted into the screenplay of Tenet in a scene between Priya and the protagonist. It's a complicated portrayal of a man divided. His brain is filled with possibility, but it's the terrible possibility that he can give the world the power to destroy itself. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You have find her work at 1ofmystories.com or on most social media channels @1ofmystories.

Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1 Spoiler-Free Review

1 of my Stories — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 02:13:19 GMT

My review of Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning, Part 1 is live. This action-packed thriller is directed by Christopher McQuarrie (director of Rogue Nation and Fallout), with screenplay co-written by McQuarrie and Erik Jendresen. This is the must-see blockbuster of the summer. While Oppenheimer will bring in the intellectuals and Barbie will bring in the pop culture mavens and TikTok crowds, Mission Impossible is the Top Gun Maverick of 2023. The movie stars Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Pom Klementieff, Esai Morales, Simon Pegg, Shea Whigham, Cary Elwes, Ving Rhames, and Henry Czerny. Plot: Ethan Hunt and his IMF pals tackle their most insidious foe yet, an AI, known only as the entity, who can only be unlocked by a mysterious key. Release date: July 12, 2023 Final score: 4 out of 5

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.8 Recap: So You Sow, So You Shall Reap

1 of my Stories — Tue, 30 May 2023 19:34:28 GMT

We grow deeper into the knot as we enter a third time period (and possibly a fourth) and learn how Helge got his scars. This episode throws everything we have seen into question. Eternal recurrence, the ouroboros, triquetras, and so on. The dark days are just beginning.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.4 Recap: Double Lives

1 of my Stories — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 20:26:36 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 4: Double Lives. #darknetflix #netflixdark It's the day of Doppler. This episode is dedicated to the dynamics of the Doppler household. We meet Elisabeth for the first time, follow Franziska through Magnus' eyes, and find out why Charlotte and Peter are so estranged. Plus, the elusive Noah's name is popping up all over the place, hinting at his imminent arrival onto the screen. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Under the Skin. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

How To Blow Up a Pipeline Review + Theme Analysis

1 of my Stories — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 18:36:03 GMT

How to Blow Up a Pipeline is based on Andreas Malm's nonfiction book by the name and adapted for the screen by Daniel Goldhaber, Ariela Barer, and Jordan Sjol. Directed by Goldhaber, an environmental studies film major, the movie stars Ariela Barer, Kristine Froseth, Lukas Gage, Forrest Goodluck, Sasha Lane, Jayme Lawson, Marcus Scribner, and Jake Weary. How to Blow Up a Pipeline is a nail-biting heist film boosted by a powerful message and the performances of the cast. It's all good to muse about the effects of oil on the environment in theory but another to come face-to-face with people impacted by those effects. Each person on the team has their own reason for taking action, but they unite as one to inflict damage on the titular pipeline. We learn their back stories throughout, of course leaving the most illuminating for the last act. These characters believe they are the heroes in this story, and viewers have to decide if they agree with that assessment. If movies are platforms to engage with new ideas, this delivers in spades, while at the same time offering a riveting and engaging story. But the final message remains unclear. You will get to consider if they come out on the other side with any power regained. Most of the characters are people of color, but they are all powerless and rendered voiceless to change their situation. They have tried every other avenue. The damage they inflict is a temporary glitch in the system. Afterwards, more than likely, the damages will be repaired and business returned to normal. Does the action create an illusion of power for a moment? Or does it matter, as long as you said something? A film that leaves you with questions and no answers, How to Blow Up a Pipeline lays down a bold statement on the line between terrorism and self-defense.

Tina Gordon's Praise This: Spoiler-Free Review

1 of my Stories — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:59:08 GMT

My review of Praise This, a feel-good comedy musical hybrid film, directed by Tina Gordon (What Men Want and Drumline). The screenplay was written by the collective known as Murder Ink (Brandon Broussard, Hudson Obayuwana, Jana Savage), with assistance by Tina Gordon. Praise This stars Chloe Bailey, Philip Fornah, Anjelika Washington, Druski, Quavo, Tristan Mack Wilds, Birgundi Baker, Loren Lott, Jekalyn Carr, and Koryn Hawthorne. Sam has big dreams of being a musical superstar. When Sam's father thinks she is heading down a bad path and mixing with the wrong people, he moves her from Los Angeles to Atlanta to live with her uncle in a very church-centric household. At first, Sam thinks she will continue with the same shenanigans in Atlanta, but after getting caught sneaking out, Sam is forced to join the church's praise team, who have their own dreams of taking in the gold in the youth gospel choir competition scene. Praise This is currently screening on Peacock. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic and member of the North Carolina Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. You can find her work at 1ofmystories.com or on many social media platforms at @1ofmystories. She is currently watching BEEF and recapping Dark, along with Intro.void of the Sweet Child of Time podcast.

FlixFrog Presents: Avatar the Way of Water Spoiler Discussion

1 of my Stories — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 02:09:34 GMT

This discussion first aired on Flixfrog's YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@flixfrog) on January 21, 2023. Harrison is joined by Lindsey Dunn from @1ofmystories. They discuss the humor, the story, the characters, how it connects to the previous Avatar film, where the series might go in the future, and much more. Avatar: The Way of Water is a sci-fan action film directed and produced by James Cameron (Aliens), from a screenplay written by Cameron, Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver (Jurassic World). Featuring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Dileep Rao, Matt Gerald, and Sigourney Weaver reprising their roles from the original film with newcomers Jamie Flatters, Britain Dalton, Trinity Bliss, Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, and Jemaine Clement; it is the sequel to Avatar (2009) and the second installment in the Avatar franchise. Twelve years after the events of the first film, the story follows Jake Sully, his wife Neytiri, and their children as they leave the forest to seek refuge with the reef-dwelling Metkayina clan after the Resources Development Administration (RDA) returns to Pandora. YouTube discussion can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnQE_ljs-Q0&t=1529s. Follow both our YouTube channels for video content (@FlixFrog and @1ofmystories)

1899 Wrap Up, Part 2

1 of my Stories — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 05:23:19 GMT

Welcome to Reality. Steve Barnes (@Intro.void) and I embark on a voyage to wrap up the Netflix series 1899, co-directed by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. #1899netflix. Now that both of us have completed the show, we wanted to have one last discussion so that we can say goodbye well. Due to length of the show, we have broken the wrap up into two parts. In Part 1, we discuss the Making of 1899 documentary, our rewatch notes, overall themes of the show, predictions of where it would have gone, the rumored next project for Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese, and a quick commercial for our upcoming Dark rewatch podcast. In Part, 2, we discuss our favorite characters and moments from the show, moments that lost us, who we would want to have a beer with, and the music. Part 2 also includes the information about our upcoming Dark podcast. Stay tuned to both of our channels to be stay up with all that we are doing. We hope you will join us for the upcoming Dark rewatch. About Steve Barnes aka @Introvoid: Steve is guitarist for the stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at https://linktr.ee/introvoid About Lindsey Dunn aka @1ofmystories: Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, SoundCloud, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories. You can go ahead and be viewing her Dark recaps here. https://www.1ofmystories.com/2019/02/dark-series-on-netflix-provides-mind.html

Fast And Furious Series Review (1 - 8) With Chris Kirkman

1 of my Stories — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:50:24 GMT

Grab your Corona and tuna fish sandwich for this duo review of the Fast and Furious franchise. Lindsey Dunn (1 of My Stories) is joined by Chris Kirkman (@DiceHateMe) to discuss our favorite characters, the love advice we can glean from the on-screen romances, and our hopes for F9 and the future of the "Family." Plus, Chris shares a special cocktail recipe, a board game to play, and a LEGO set he built. Series description: Dom, a street racer and small-time crook, and Brian, an undercover police officer, form an unbreakable bond over their mutual love of fast cars and the thrill of the chase. Over the course of 8 films, they collect a chosen family that perform an increasingly elaborates series of heists, crimes, rescue missions, and the like. Along the way, they defy gravity, drink a lot of Coronas, and wreak havoc and destruction on entire cities and a whole lotta cars. About Chris Kirkman: Chris Kirkman is a journalist, professor of graphic design, and founder of Dice Hate Me Games. He has helped to create a shelf full of board game titles over the past 11 years. He co-hosts both the State of Games and Geek All-Stars podcast. You can find him on Twitter, Facebook, Letterboxd, and Instagram @DiceHateMe. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey is a librarian and film critic known by the moniker 1ofMyStories. She thinks stories have the power to change lives and minds in a way that works better than arguing. You can find her on Twitter, Instagram, Letterboxd or @1ofmystories. Or check the website: 1ofmystories.com.

1899 Bonus Episode: Netflix Cancels 1899

1 of my Stories — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 03:53:28 GMT

What's lost will be found. On this special collaboration between 1 of My Stories and the Sweet Child of Time crew, we discuss the news shared on Baran bo Odar's Instagram: 1899 will not be renewed for season 2 on Netflix. We discuss our feelings about the cancellation, the possible reasons for the decision, and what this means for the future of the show and our content creation. Link to Bo's original statement: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm7H-IbIn22/?hl=en Link to Netflix N Swill's article about the show numbers: https://www.netflixnswill.com/dansdatadump/1899s-cancellation-is-a-strange-one About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes of "Sweet Child Of Time" produces and co-hosts the show with Nate of the doom metal band Voidmaster, and together with the help of Lindsey Dunn, they recap, enjoy, and speculate. Steve is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at https://linktr.ee/introvoid About Nate: Please check out VOIDMASTER, available everywhere you can stream, and also at https://voidmaster.bandcamp.com, which is the best way to support Nate! Nate is the guitarist, singer and band leader. Lindsey Dunn is a film and TV critic with the NCFilmcritics and the SEFilmcritics. Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories

A Tale of Two Dojos: Cobra Kai vs. Miyagi-Do

1 of my Stories — Fri, 24 May 2024 19:00:36 GMT

As the fandom awaits the next and final season of Cobra Kai, let's take a moment to appreciate the fine season 5 storytelling that broke open the mythos further in the Miyagi-verse. In season 5, The Big 3 (John Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald) and their fine team of writers filled in some gaps in the Miyagi-verse timeline that solidify the cannon of how these dojos operate and function in the world of San Fernando Valley and beyond. These events gel together to create a picture of two truths that are irrefutable in the Miyagi-verse: Cobra Kai wrecks chaos and division; Miyagi-Do brings reconciliation and redemption. A closer look at this timeline of events elucidates a mythology that leads to inevitable conclusions for our characters. In other words, careful analysis helps us theorize where the story will end, and what will always happen in these respective dojos.

In the Woods Somewhere (Ft. Lindsey Dunn) by Introvoid

1 of my Stories — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 15:00:02 GMT

Music by Introvoid, vocals by Lindsey Dunn, written by Hozier, mixed by James McCollum. My podcast partner Steve Barnes and I have recapped every episode of the Netflix series, Dark. We wanted to express our love of the show by recording some music from the show. This track is one of my favorite episodes of the show, Life and Death (S3E5). The song describes being woken from a nightmare. The person wakes to hear an awful noise outside. They investigate and find a wounded fox. The pain of the creature is so great, that they think it's best to end its misery and raise a stone to perform a mercy killing. At that moment they see "new eyes" watching them and end up running away in fear. They choose to save their own life instead of worrying about the fox. The meaning is open to interpretation, but the imagery in the song is so powerful, clear, and haunting. It's our pleasure to bring you this song.

Welcome to Derry Pre-Show

1 of my Stories — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:38:19 GMT

It's been ages since Steve and I recapped a show together, but we're betting all of our clowns on a new show coming to HBO Max called Welcome to Derry. In this episode, we get ready with a tailgate special of show related news. We talk about what we know about the show and review what we know about the town of Derry and all of its sordid history. It's our way of getting ourselves (and hopefully you) hyped for what's to come. The first episode comes out this Sunday, October 26, so think of this as your cram session if you don't have time to re-watch the movies or books. Want to keep up with our recaps? Subscribe and watch for our Thursday releases. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Hot Show Alert: The Changeling on Apple TV+

1 of my Stories — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 21:57:44 GMT

The Changeling comes to Apple TV+ on September 8th, 2023. Based on a dark fantasy novel by Victor LaVelle, who serves as narrator, The Changeling is adapted for the screen by Kelly Marcel (Saving Mr. Banks; Venom). The series stars LaKeith Stanfield, Clark Backo, Adina Porter, Samuel T. Herring, Alexis Louder, Jared Abrahamson, and special guest star Malcolm Barrett. A rotation of directors take the helm, most notably Melina Matsoukas, who directs the pilot episode. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Last of Us.

Hot Show Alert: The Fall of the House of Usher

1 of my Stories — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 04:27:42 GMT

This hot show alert gives me quick thoughts on an upcoming Netflix series. The Fall of the House of Usher comes to Netflix on October 12, 2023. Based loosely on the short stories and poetry of 19th-century gothic author Edgar Allan Poe, Mike Flanagan, the current master of the horror TV series, drops another Netflix series, just in time for the season of all things dreary and bleak. Flanagan shares the director seat with regular collaborator Michael Fimognari, and the cast includes most of the ever-growing family of Flanagan's favorites: Carla Cugino, Willa Fitzgerald, Kate Siegel, Henry Thomas, Annabeth Gish, Zach Gilford, Bruce Greenwood, Samantha Sloyan, T'Nia Miller, Michael Trucco, Rahul Kohli, Igby Rigney, Robert Longstreet, Aya Furukawa, Sauriyan Sapkota, and Ruth Codd all come back to haunt us. I was so happy to see Codd return in a prominent role after her phenomenal turn as Anya in The Midnight Club. Newcomers to the Flanagan-verse also get inducted: Willa Fitzgerald, Mark Hamill, Mary McDonnell, and Carl Lumbly. Podcast music is Cinematic Time Lapse by Aleksey Chistilin from Pixabay. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.4: The Origin

1 of my Stories — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 06:00:37 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 4: The Origin #darknetflix #netflixdark. This episode is popping with origin stories in almost every scene in the show. Martha and Jonas visit the future in world 2 and try to work together. Hannah's new life with Egon is interrupted by an unexpected gift, and The Unknown begins to show his humanity. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Chosen, season 3. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Music Movie Series: Whiplash, Mr. Holland's Opus, and the mentors in our lives

1 of my Stories — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 05:00:09 GMT

This podcast is just my tempo. Steve, Lindsey, and special guest, Heather Barnes (Steve’s wife) discuss the behavior and teaching techniques of two cinematic music teachers, Fletcher from Whiplash and Mr. Holland from Mr. Holland’s Opus. As fellow children of musicians, Lindsey and Heather share their experience growing up with a father who wanted to encourage true excellence from their students. Steve also talks about his mentors and how they shaped him. And we all think about what it really takes to encourage greatness as a mentor/teacher. We also talk about the unique stories these teachers spout to motivate their students. Sometimes, these same stories serve as ugly mirrors to their true, flawed philosophies. Expect the usual search for truth served with bountiful doses of vulnerability and humor. It’s what you can always expect from 1 of my Stories. The music in this episode is an original composition by Michael Dunn (Lindsey’s dad), and performed live by the grades 4-5 students of the Crooked Creek Crickets on May 14, 1969.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.2: The Survivors

1 of my Stories — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 05:52:42 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 2:The Survivors #darknetflix #netflixdark. Alt-Martha connects with the world 1 teen team in 1888, and Katharina tries to find Mikkel in 1987. Meanwhile, Peter and Elisabeth search for their family members, and Tronte looks for Claudia. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Crown, season 6. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

The Blackening spoiler-free movie review

1 of my Stories — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 00:54:00 GMT

The Blackening is a horror comedy, directed by Tim Story, written by Tracy Oliver & Dewayne Perkins, and starring Grace Byers, Jermaine Fowler, Melvin Gregg, X Mayo, Dewayne Perkins, Antoinette Robertson, Sinqua Walls, Jay Pharoah, and Yvonne Orji. #TheBlackening Description of the movie: A group of friends decide to celebrate Juneteenth together at a rented cabin and settle in for a weekend of spades, sugary Kool Aid, and a little harmless fun. Instead, they find themselves forced to play a game that means life or death. In a genre that often sees the Black character die first, what do you do when all the characters are Black? In this review, I also discuss how The Blackening is the same and different from Bill Posley's Bitch Ass.

1899 Wrap Up, Part 1

1 of my Stories — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 03:39:27 GMT

Welcome to Reality. Steve Barnes (@Intro.void) and I embark on a voyage to wrap up the Netflix series, 1899, co-directed by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. #1899netflix. Now that both of us have completed the show, we wanted to have one last discussion so that we can say goodbye well. Due to length of the show, we have broken the wrap up into two parts. In Part 1, we discuss the Making of 1899 documentary, our rewatch notes, overall themes of the show, predictions of where it would have gone, the rumored next project for Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese, and a quick commercial for our upcoming Dark rewatch podcast. In Part, 2, we discuss our favorite characters and moments from the show, moments that lost us, who we would want to have a beer with, and the music. Part 2 also includes the information about our upcoming Dark podcast. Stay tuned to both of our channels to be stay up with all that we are doing. We hope you will join us for the upcoming Dark rewatch. About Steve Barnes aka @Introvoid: Steve is guitarist for the stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at https://linktr.ee/introvoid About Lindsey Dunn aka @1ofmystories: Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, SoundCloud, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories. You can go ahead and be viewing her Dark recaps here at https://www.1ofmystories.com/2019/02/dark-series-on-netflix-provides-mind.html

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.5 Recap: Truths

1 of my Stories — Wed, 03 May 2023 13:51:33 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 5: Truths. #darknetflix #netflixdark This episode ends with the biggest reveal yet. While Mikkel's story is just beginning, by the end of this episode, we know his future. Plus Hannah's character evolves from slightly sympathetic to downright despicable. Noah makes his grand entrance at last. It's the twistiest episode of Dark yet, leading us deep into the Minotaur's maze. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Under the Skin. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.3 Recap: Past and Present

1 of my Stories — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 14:42:24 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 3: Past and Present. Mikkel has finally come out of the cave, only in the wrong year. It's 1986. Claudia Tiedemann starts her new job as head of the Winden power plant and learns some hidden truths. Egon Tiedemann can't seem to get any leads on the case of the missing Mads Nielsen. Now he's being called to investigate the curious deaths of 33 sheep. What would our world be without Winden to give us all of this must-see TV? About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Todays song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching BEEF. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

The Amazing Mr. Blunden: A Time Travel Movie You May Have Missed (Unless you are British)

1 of my Stories — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 01:42:54 GMT

I’m joined by “Introvoid” Steve Barnes and “Voidmaster” Nate Dunn to discuss one of my favorite childhood time travel movies, Lionel Jeffries’ The Amazing Mr. Blunden (1972). We discuss my history with this movie, the intricacies of time travel by drinking, and what modes of time travel we think should be created. You may have never seen the film, but it was a holiday mainstay in British homes in the 1970s and 80s. Description of the movie: It's a grungy night in smoggy London 1918. Mr. Blunden visits the home of the Allen family, consisting of the newly widowed Mrs. Allen, Lucy, Jamie, and little Benjamin. He offers Mrs. Allen the opportunity to take a job as a caretaker of an old derelict country manor called Langley Park. Once she's out of the room, he asks the two eldest children to help him correct a wrong he committed 100 years ago. He leaves the details fuzzy but assures them they will know what to do when the time is right. Our adventures with Mr. Blunden and these two children Lucy and Jamie, will involve ghosts, time travel, magic potions, sentient libraries, attempted murder by poison, attempted insurance fraud, romance, and hidden heritage. Available to watch on Amazon Prime. About Steve: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. He is currently recapping the Time Bandits TV series and interviewing cast members from that show. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Nate: Follow Nate at @Void.master on IG. He is currently working on an album that will be released in 2025 called The Dank Arts. Also follow @Adoomcult to hear the band Nate is playing with in Pittsburgh, a fun blend of Appalachian horror and doom music.

Here Movie Discussion with Steve Barnes (Introvoid)

1 of my Stories — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:20:09 GMT

Steve and I talk about the one-location film, HERE, directed by Robert Zemeckis. HERE is co-written by Zemeckis and Erick Roth and based on a graphic novel by Richard McGuire. It’s a FORREST GUMP reunion with Zemeckis at the helm and Tom Hanks and Robin Wright as co-leads. Other cast members include Paul Bettany, Kelly Reilly, Michelle Dockery, and Nikki Amuka-Bird. A movie with an intriguing concept, HERE takes place across centuries at the same geographical coordinates, starting with the time of the dinosaurs. Its nonlinear structure shows seven different families who live there. The scenery and décor changes with the times, and each family experiences their home differently. Here makes generous use of generative AI to de-age its characters. We talk about that choice, as well as the choices each of these families make. Truth be told, neither of us liked this movie too much, but we always enjoy our conversations, and we think you will, too. The ideas in the film certainly cover the gamut of human experiences through the different lives that pass through.

Coherence director James Ward Byrkit talks about his new anthology series, Shatter Belt

1 of my Stories — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 02:39:25 GMT

It was a thrill to interview James Ward Byrkit, the director and writer of Coherence, which has rocked our collective glowsticks since 2013. Byrkit has now released the first four episodes of Shatter Belt, a mind-bending TV series that explores reality, meaning, and consciousness. In this interview, we discuss the throughline between Coherence and Shatter Belt, Byrkit's favorite Twilight Zone episode, and his strategy for helping actors shift to the more naturalistic acting style. Shatter Belt debuted at SXSW 2023. #ShatterBelt #Coherence To keep up with updates about Shatter Belt, visit the website at ShatterBelt.com, where you can find social media accounts and a teaser trailer.

Alabama Pilgrimage Reflections by Lindsey: Who Can Understand It?

1 of my Stories — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 03:37:20 GMT

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.7 recap: The White Devil

1 of my Stories — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:51:55 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the penultimate episode of season 2, episode 7: The White Devil #darknetflix #netflixdark This is one of the most disturbing episodes of the series. Hannah decides to change her life but makes a pit stop to unleash her ultimate revenge on Ulrich. In addition, Claudia wants to do good for someone, but ends up causing the thing she wanted to avoid. Egon finally seems to snap out of his funk and put the pieces together about time travel. But time steps in to stop him from interrupting the cycle. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.4 recap: The Travelers

1 of my Stories — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 00:56:17 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 2, episode 4: The Travelers #darknetflix #netflixdark In this episode, many of our characters travel or prepare to travel through time for the first time. They get knowledge and some put it to immediate use. Claudia discovers her dad is destined to die very soon and seems set on stopping that from happening. Jonas realizes that getting home will not be possible without assistance. He will need to partner with Adam and Noah. Katharina learns that her son is in the 1980s. Martha and Magnus now have a time machine, although they don't know that's what it is. Hannah also knows how to travel, and she may have access a portal of her own through the Stranger's machine. Where will all of this new knowledge and power lead? About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

Arts & Faith Ecumenical Jury of 2024 Top Ten List

1 of my Stories — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Arts & Faith community members Lindsey Dunn, Christian Jessup and Brian Duignan met up to discuss the group's Top Ten Ecumenical Jury Films for 2024. The purpose of the project is to create a list the jury would recommend to Christian audiences. The reasons that one might recommend a film vary widely from person to person. This year's list was created by 15 members of the community. Brian Duignan is a family medicine doctor who developed a passion for film around age 10. His love for film was re-ignited in 2010 when he connected with the Arts & Faith community. He believes you demonstrate your love for God, others, and film by giving those things his deepest attention. Follow Brian at his ScreenAttention website: https://screenattention.com/ Christian Jessup is a filmmaker and critic based in Raleigh, North Carolina. With a diverse background in online media, podcasting, television appearances, and jury selections, he brings a unique perspective to film evaluation, exploring the intersection of faith and cinema, recommending films with moral and spiritual depth. Christian has written the music for 16 feature length and short films, as well as directing the award-winning 2020 documentary, The Dancin’ Bulldogs. You can find Christian at CloudyPicture.substack.com/ or on social media @ChristianJessup. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at https://www.1ofmystories.com/ and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Our Top Movies of 2023

1 of my Stories — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:31 GMT

Steve Barnes invited me onto his show to talk about my top 10 movies list of 2023. He then gave his unabashed opinion about my top choices. I also got the chance to comment on his top movies. Our respectful conversation is recorded here for your enjoyment. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

1899 Episode 6 Recap: The Pyramid

1 of my Stories — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 02:49:41 GMT

Anthony Holden (@Blakcinephile) and I discuss episode 6 of the Netflix series 1899, co-directed by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. #1899netflix Episode 6: The Pyramid. In this episode, we finally learn Tove's back story and how her baby – and Krester's facial scars – came into being. The captain orders the survivors to split up, which creates some new and surprising character interactions. Plus, Anthony and I discuss crystals, the symbolism of Asclepius in the show, and the enduring goodness of Jerome. About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile Podcast: YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, SoundCloud, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories Also check out the Jérôme to my Olek (a blessed team up), the Sweet Child of Time podcast, who also made 1899 recaps. We share intel and sometimes the limelight. Steve Barnes (IG: @Intro.void) and Nate (IG: @Void.master).

Napoleon and The Hunger Games Battle of Songbirds and Snakes Double Feature Review

1 of my Stories — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 00:59:24 GMT

In this week's podcast, Lindsey reviews two films in theaters during the Thanksgiving holiday: Napoleon and The Hunger Games prequel: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Only one is worth watching. Listen in for the details. Napoleon is supposedly an epic historical biopic about the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, with a focus on his relationship with first wife, Josephine. It's directed by Ridley Scott, written by David Scarpa and stars Joaquin Phoenix, Vanessa Kirby, Rupert Everett, Paul Rhys. The Hunger Games: The Battle of Songbirds and Snakes serves as a prequel to the The Hunger Games trilogy, a character-driven dystopian franchise. Directed by Francis Lawrence, written by Michael Lesslie and Michael Arndt, and based on a novel by Suzanne Collins. The film stars Rachel Zegler, Tom Blyth, Viola Davis, Jason Schwartzman, and Peter Dinklage. Music by Aleksey Chistilin from Pixabay: Cinematic Time Lapse Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents 100 Years of Solitude Episode 7: Arcadio and the Liberal Paradise

1 of my Stories — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Our coverage of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude continues, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Episode 7 is called Arcadio and the Liberal Paradise. In this week's episode, Ursula shows amazing strength of character while everyone else cowers. We wax poetically about the riz of Aureliano and compare his leadership with Arcadio's. And Steve and Lindsey almost come to blows about Pietro. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Spoiler-Free Review

1 of my Stories — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 05:08:04 GMT

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is an entertaining blend of comedy, heist, action, and fantasy put out by Paramount Pictures. In my video and audio reviews, I talk about the merits of the film but also about the lack of fantasy movies these days. Only time will tell if this movie has that secret sauce to make it anything more than an entertaining stop on the map. The movie is co-directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein (Game Night) with additional writing credit given to Michael Gilio. Starring: Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Justice Smith, Sophia Lillis, Regé-Jean Page, and Hugh Grant Description: Fresh out of prison, Edgin the bard and his trusty sidekick Holga the barbarian set out to reclaim his daughter and an object of power that promises new hope for his family. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. She is part of NC Film Critics, as well as Southeastern Film Critics. She is currently finishing the final season of Walking Dead, the third season of Ted Lasso, and The Battle of Algiers. You can find her work at 1ofmystories.com or on Twitter, Letterboxd, SoundCloud, Instagram, or Apple Podcast @1ofmystories.

Wishing Well (Ft. Lindsey Dunn) by Introvoid

1 of my Stories — Thu, 09 May 2024 15:26:42 GMT

Music by Introvoid, vocals by Lindsey Dunn, written by Stomper, mixed by Steve Barnes. My podcast partner Steve Barnes and I have recapped every episode of the Netflix series, Dark. We wanted to express our love of the show by recording some music from the show. This track is Season 1, episode 8: As You Sow, So You Shall Reap (S1E8). The song is about the ability of the human heart to keep believing they will be united with the one they love one day. The storyteller describes going to the wishing well to call for their darling. In their heart, they know this person isn't coming back (There's a creeping doubt run up my spine). Yet a part hopes against hope (Gonna find you down in the wishing well). They are stuck hoping for a happy ending that may never come true. A bleak sentiment, to be sure, but haven't we all been there?

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.1 recap: Deja-vu

1 of my Stories — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 06:00:23 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 1:Deja-vu #darknetflix #netflixdark. Me, oh my, Jonas travels to world 2, the mirror world of Winden. He tries to figure out why he’s here. Meanwhile, an unholy trinity goes on a killing spree. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching All the Light We Cannot See. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 1.10 recap: Alpha and Omega

1 of my Stories — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 02:40:04 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 10: Alpha and Omega. #darknetflix #netflixdark It's the season 1 finale episode. Jonas decides he can't just let Mikkel suffer and tries to save the boy from the future. His actions take him further than he intended to go. We also talk about our favorite character of the season instead of just the episode. There are two groups controlling time. Which group will win? Season 2 coverage starts in just two weeks.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 1.9 recap: Everything is Now

1 of my Stories — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 17:55:14 GMT

This episode of Dark examine all three time established time periods using the three cylinders of the time machine as markers. It's becoming clear that correcting the wrongs of the past won't be an easy matter. The often lengthy dialogues between characters have us thinking about if we can change the past or if everything is predetermined. It's the oldest question in history.

A Conversation With The Long Game Director Julio Quintana. [SXSW]

1 of my Stories — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 17:58:46 GMT

EoM contributor Lindsey Dunn speaks with Julio Quintana, the director of "The Long Game," debuting in its world premiere at SXSW 2023. "The Long Game" was written by Quintana, Jennifer C. Stetson, and Paco Farias, based on the novel "Mustang Miracle" by Humberto G. Garcia. This interview was originally posted on the Elements of Madness YouTube Channel on March 10, 2023. The Long Game is in theaters in April of 2024. Quintana started his career working under the direction of Terrence Malick. In this interview, they talk about lessons he gleaned from working with Malick and how he then went on to create his own unique style of filmmaking. They also discuss how his own background informed the way he framed the movie, as well as how he approached filming the sport of golf in a way that viewers would find engaging. Official Synopsis: JB Peña arrives in Del Rio, TX, eager to start his new job as school superintendent at San Felipe High School and thrilled at the prospect of playing golf at the prestigious Del Rio Country Club. But when the club management rejects his application due to his skin color, JB takes comfort in training a group of Latino caddies how to excel at perhaps the most exclusive game of all. Based on a true story, The Long Game is a feel-good, triumphant story about an underdog team who became state champions. The movie stars Jay Hernandez, Dennis Quaid, Cheech Marin, Julian Works, Jaina Lee Ortiz, Brett Cullen, Oscar Nuñez, Richard Robichaux, and Paulina Chavez.

Dark Ways Facebook Live: Who Am I (Kein System ist Sicher)

1 of my Stories — Tue, 28 May 2024 00:53:58 GMT

While we are waiting for the next series by Baran Bo Odar and Jantje Friese, Steve and I want to talk about the early movies made by our favorite perfect match. We recorded a live discussion about this movie. WHO AM I: NO SYSTEM IS SAFE (Kein System ist Sicher) was released in 2014 and was the second narrative feature directed by Baran Bo Odar. Steve and I talk about the history of development, how the movie is the same and different to Dark, and what the public's reception to the movie was. This FB live was recorded on May 20, 2024 and contains segments where we interact with a live audience. Movie description: In Berlin, Benjamin Engel sits in an interrogation room, waiting to meet Hanne Lindberg, Head of Cyber Division of Europol. He claims to have information about a criminal organization of hackers named FR13NDS, a notorious hacking group of four members connected to the Russian cyber mafia, and MRX, an infamous hacker known on Darknet; If she wants to catch them, she needs to listen to his story. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents 100 Years of Solitude Episode 6: Colonel Aureliano Buendia

1 of my Stories — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Our coverage of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude continues, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Episode 6 is called Colonel Aureliano Buendia. In this week's episode, the prodigal Jose Arcadio II has come home, upsetting the order of the house. But is that wedding bells I hear? Meanwhile, Aureliano begins realizing that his father-in-law may have some twisted ideas of how to influence elections. A true believer in free choice, Aureliano tries to maintain a position of neutrality but finally has to choose a side. We also play the character compatibility quiz to see which characters from Dark we connect in our heads to the characters in 100 Years of Solitude. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Dark Ways Facebook Live with 1899 Actor Jonathan Walrus

1 of my Stories — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 21:06:42 GMT

Steve Barnes and I held a Facebook Live Q & A with 1899 cast member Jonathan Walrus. Jonathan played a third-class passenger who was often seen on screen in scenes with Tove, Anker, and Iben. Steve and I asked him questions about being on set and his experience working on the set of the Volume. Steve also asked him questions about his live as a musician and frontman of two bands, The Recalls and The Blackbirds. Jonathan was a gracious and engaging guest and was happy to answer any questions thrown at him. The Facebook live was recorded on March 16, 2024 and includes questions asked by a live audience. About Jonathan Walrus: Jonathan was born in Chile, later moved to Barcelona, and now lives in Germany. He was interested in music from a young age and began a career as a performer and song writer. He performs in two bands, The Recalls and The Blackbyrds. But he’s also an actor and has landed roles in both The Queen's Gambit and 1899, plus a German film called Trash Detective. You can find his credits on IMdb under the name Jonathan Neira. Find Jonathan on IG @JonathanWalrus. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.6: Light and Shadow

1 of my Stories — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:00:40 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 6: Light and Shadow #darknetflix #netflixdark. In world 1, Adam holds Martha captive in 2020. On the day of the apocalypse in world 2, an increasingly frantic Martha begs Bartosz for his help. Steve and I also take a deep dive into a newspaper article that may have some insight into Aleksander's back story. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Chosen, season 3. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.5: Life and Death

1 of my Stories — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 04:11:26 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 5: Life and Death #darknetflix #netflixdark. Perhaps the bleakest episode of the entire series occurs during the 64 minute runtime. Jonas chooses to abort his mission and confront Eva after he witnesses Martha get a cut on her cheek. Katharina determines to break Ulrich out of prison. Elisabeth decides not to go with her father. In all cases, intentional actions lead to death, and it's almost enough to make you want to give up hope -- almost. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Chosen, season 3. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.3: Adam and Eva

1 of my Stories — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:47:30 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 3:Adam and Eva #darknetflix #netflixdark. In world 1, alt-Martha tries to gain Stranger Jonas' trust, while in world 2, Eva tries to gain young Jonas' trust. Jonas also tries to convince Martha 2 to follow him into the maze of the cave. And we finally see the apocalypse aftershock in world 2. Let there be light! About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Crown, season 6. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.8 recap: Endings and Beginnings

1 of my Stories — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 16:00:37 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season finale of season 2, episode 8: Endings and Beginnings #darknetflix #netflixdark. We will pick back up with season 3 in November. In the meantime, keep your eye on 1ofmyStories.com as Lindsey begins dropping season 3 recaps. Steve will be recapping Wheel of Time through September and October. So tune into his channel if you plan to watch this Amazon Prime series. The season finale intricately weaves together the goings-on of the main four families of Winden on the day of the apocalypse. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.5 recap: Lost and Found

1 of my Stories — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 03:32:38 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 2, episode 5: Lost and Found #darknetflix #netflixdark In this episode, Adam tells Jonas there may be a loophole that will allow him to end the cycle. Ulrich finally reaches his son after 33 years, and the teen team travel through time. We also read listener feedback and talk about the theme of "missing" in the show. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.1 recap: Beginnings and Endings

1 of my Stories — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:25:34 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 2, episode 1: Beginnings and Endings #darknetflix #netflixdark Season 2 begins. We see the creation of the Sic Mundus tunnel and the origin of Noah becoming Adam's prophet. In 2053, Jonas explores an apocalyptic Winden. In 2020, a new investigator comes to town, and Hannah gets an unexpected visitor. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.1 Recap: Secrets

1 of my Stories — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:48:40 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I embark on a journey through the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 1: Secrets. In this episode, we meet the key people of Winden in the year 2019 and get acclimated with all the news. With Erik Obendorf now missing for 13 days, the town is on edge and wondering how best to protect their children. While the parents are occupied at a school meeting, the teens take the opportunity to hike out to the Winden caves, hoping they can find and sell Erik's stash of dope. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at https://linktr.ee/introvoid. Todays song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching My Heart Can't Beat Unless You Tell It To. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

1899 Episode 7 Recap: The Storm

1 of my Stories — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:48:21 GMT

Anthony Holden (@Blakcinephile) and I discuss episode 7 of the Netflix series 1899, co-directed by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. #1899netflix Episode 7: The Storm. In this episode, as a storm descends over the good ship Kerberos, the group leaves the bridge unattended in order to look for the captain. Maura goes on a search of her own in order to prove or invalidate Daniel's revelation. Please tune in as we discuss this sad and hard-hitting penultimate episode. About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile Podcast: YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, SoundCloud, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories Also check out the Jérôme to my Olek (a blessed team up), the Sweet Child of Time podcast, who also made 1899 recaps. While Sweet Child has been spending time on a Wheel of Time rewatch, we will be teaming up for a grand overall show debrief at the end of February. Steve Barnes (IG: @Intro.void) and Nate (IG: @Void.master).

1899 Episode 4 Recap: The Fight

1 of my Stories — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 02:36:06 GMT

Anthony Holden (Blakcinephile) and I discuss episode 4 of the Netflix series 1899, co-directed by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. #1899netflix Episode 4: The Fight. The story focuses on Jerome and the terrible betrayal of his friend. The mutineers search for the boy, convinced he is the source of their woes. Meanwhile a small group, loyal to the captain, try to help him call for help. About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile Podcast: YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, SoundCloud, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories Also check out the Jerome to my Olek (a blessed team up), the Sweet Child of Time podcast, who is also doing 1899 recaps. We share intel and sometimes the limelight. Steve Barnes (IG: @Intro.void) and Nate (IG: @Void.master).

A Conversation with Director Lotfy Nathan About New Film THE CARPENTER'S SON

1 of my Stories — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:03:39 GMT

I enjoyed talking to Lotfy Nathan about his controversial new movie THE CARPENTER'S SON. Based loosely on the Infancy Gospel of Thomas, an apocryphal gospel not in the canonical Bible, THE CARPENTER'S SON speculates what might have taken place in between Jesus' birth, and his official ministry. My interest in the film was sparked when I came across the trailer in October. As a Cage completionist, I'm honor bound to watch any film with Nicolas Cage, but I also feel a special kind of way about the combination of Noah Jupe and FKA Twigs reuniting again for another film after their bond was sealed in HONEY BOY. Before the film has even come out, 223 beings have miraculously left reviews, most of them composed, to my shame, of fellow Christian who assume the worst whenever a movie about Jesus is made that's not by Angel Studios. As a professional, I felt it was fair for the director to talk about his reasons for making the film and to have an opportunity to speak about the choices he made. I have seen the film and hope to write a review shortly. To learn more about the film, look up Lotfy on Instagram @lotfy_ or @magnoliapics. Or to find a theater, visit TheCarpentersSonMovie.com.

Welcome to Derry, episode 1: Pilot

1 of my Stories — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:35:34 GMT

"Oh we got trouble. Right here in River City. With a capital T. That rhymes with P, and that stands for pool!" The Music Man was featured front and center in this pilot episode. Steve and I met to go over our sundry thoughts. We had different reactions, but we had plenty to talk about. After our knee jerk reactions, we go into some listener feedback. Then it's onto the Kitchener Ironworks Easter Egg hunt, where we pull out all the Stephen King easter eggs. We round out with some character arcs and our rating from 1-5 turtles. From Cold War fears manifesting as mutant babies to generational trauma appearing as lamp skins, Andy and Barbara Muschietti definitely have our attention. Who attacked Major Hanlon? Is a turtle just a charm on a bracelet? What is going on in special projects? We get into all of that. Don't forget that episode 2 airs two days early, on Halloween night. Stay tuned for our episode recaps, which will drop each week, no later than Thursday. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

A Conversation with Sam and Noah of Speak. Documentary [Full Frame Film Festival]

1 of my Stories — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 03:24:52 GMT

I got a chance to interview Sam and Noah, two subjects from the documentary Speak. The film documents the year-long journey of five highs school students as they prepare for the NSDA Nationals in Original Oratory competition, or OO, as they call it. We talk about their speeches, what it was like to have cameras on them, and where their life has taken them next. I never competed in speech or debate team, my public speaking at school was done through drama club and school theater, but it was an absolute joy to speak to these enthusiastic young people who were able to channel their thoughts into a well-researched persuasive speech. Speak. is directed by Guy Mossman and Jennifer Tiexiera and is currently making a film festival circuit. SAM is currently a senior in high school from Minnesota (was a junior when he was featured in the documentary. His speech was about the weaponization of nostalgia. He enjoys musical theater, pickleball, reading in his hammock, and enjoys Game of Thrones. He would love to be in another movie one day, and if he was in another documentary, he would love the topic to be musical theater. NOAH is a college freshman from Texas (was a senior in college at the time of the documentary). His current favorite film is the LEGO Batman movie. He’s working on his ping pong skills and wants to work in foreign relations. His speech was about reframing the way we think about and talk about suicide. If he was to work with film again, he would enjoy trying his hand at the work behind the scenes. Lindsey Dunn is the film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find all of her reviews and interviews at 1ofmystories.com or most platforms at 1ofmystories.

Welcome to Derry, episode 2: The Thing in the Dark

1 of my Stories — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:57:26 GMT

Things are heating up for episode 2. Both Steve and I agree that Barbara and Andy Muschietti have only stepped up their game in this next chapter. With only eight episodes to play with, they are already putting together the mechanics that will converge plotlines into a climactic conclusion. In addition, the horror scenes that Ronnie and Lilly survive are lengthy, terrifying, and reflective of their real-world guilt. After a brief recap, we discuss Easter eggs, character arcs, the two scare scenes, our favorite characters, and top scenes. Both of us rated this episode 4 out of 5 turtles. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

David Fincher's The Killer Spoiler-Free Review

1 of my Stories — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:18:07 GMT

I review David Fincher's The Killer. Most of the review is spoiler-free, but I do launch into a bit of spoiler talk at the end to discuss one of The Killer's decisions. The Killer is directed by David Fincher, with a screenplay by Andrew Kevin Walker, based on a French graphic novel series by Alex Nolent (pen name Matz) and Luc Jacamon. Starring Michael Fassbender, who hasn't been in a movie since 2019's X-Men: Dark Phoenix, Tilda Swinton, Charles Parnell (fresh off The Fall of the House of Usher), and Arliss Howard Description: A nameless hitman performs what should be a normal stakeout in an abandoned WeWork building. All the while narrating the events in his head with all the enthusiasm of a Fedex Delivery person. He's detailed, efficient, and organized. But when he botches his assignment, the consequences make him break his code to never get involved. Music by Aleksey Chistilin from Pixabay: Cinematic Time Lapse

Sweet Child of Time Presents: 100 Years of Solitude Episode 1 Recap: Macondo

1 of my Stories — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

We began our recaps of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. It covers the seven generations of the Buendia family in the town of Macondo. In this first episode, we explore the rocky roots of the marriage between Jose Arcadio Buendia and Ursula, establish how the town of Macondo was founded and discovered, and find out that our main character is Aureliano Buendia, who is facing a firing squad and remembering the day he discovered ice. We also speculate on what the story might be saying about connection, isolation, and politics in the world of Colombia. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

What I'm Watching: Royal Hotel & Fair Play Movie Reviews

1 of my Stories — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:38:49 GMT

Lindsey reviews two newly released thrillers – one a theatrical release, and the other on Netflix. Royal Hotel is a slow building female-centric horror set in the bleak Australian Outback. Directed by Kitty Green and starring Julia Garner, Jessica Henwick, and Hugo Weaving. Fair Play is sexy and stressful workplace thriller, where gender dynamics take center stage. Directed and written by Chloe Domont and starring Phoebe Dynevor and Alden Ahrenreich. Music by Aleksey Chistilin from Pixabay: Cinematic Time Lapse Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Inside And John Wick 4

1 of my Stories — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:33:45 GMT

In today's double feature review, I talk about two very different thrillers, Inside, directed by Vasilis Katsoupis and John Wick 4, directed by Chad Stahelski. #InsidetheFilm #Inside #FocusFeatures #JohnWick4 #Lionsgate Inside: An art thief named Nemo breaks into a high-rise penthouse apartment to perform a routine art theft. But things don't go as planned, and Nemo gets locked in. Trapped inside with only priceless works of art and no running water, he must use all of his cunning and wits to survive. Inside is a thought-provoking survival thriller with a powerhouse performance by Willem Dafoe. John Wick 4: The infractions of Excommunicado hitman John Wick have only continued to escalate, raising the price on his head ever higher. As the Marquis of the High table attempts to snuff him out once and for all, John Wick has his own plan to settle the score, taking him on a worldwide chase and coming face-to-face with new adversaries. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. You can find her content at 1ofmystories.com or on Twitter, Letterboxd, Instagram, SoundCloud, or YouTube at @1ofmystories.

Knock at the Cabin Cram Session: The Storied Career of M. Night Shyamalan

1 of my Stories — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 23:36:33 GMT

C'mon, baby. Let's do the Shyamalan twist. As we prepare to watch Knock at the Cabin, Caless Davis (@BlackNerdMagic) and Shaurya Chawla join me to look at the full scope of M Night Shyamalan's career. This divisive director became an instant rockstar with The Sixth Sense, but over the years, his name has been tarnished with universally panned movies like The Happening and The Last Airbender. Join us as we look at his history, the things that make him unique, and where we think he sometimes goes wrong. Then we go through his entire filmography, except for Wide Awake and Praying with Anger, movies that none of us have seen. Even with all the misfires, all of us agree he's a director we can't stop talking about. It's a fascinating discussion that I'm confident you will enjoy. Follow Shaurya Chawla @ShauryaChawla on YouTube and Instagram. He has been talking a lot of The Last of Us on his channels. Follow Caless Davis @BlackNerdMagic on Twitter, Letterboxd, Instagram Follow Lindsey Dunn @1OfMyStories on Twitter, Instagram, Letterboxd, YouTube, SoundCloud, or Apple Podcast at 1 of my Stories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.8 The Paradise, part 1

1 of my Stories — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:49:05 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I wrap up our recaps of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 8: The Paradise. This is part 1 of 2. #darknetflix #netflixdark. In this final episode of the entire show, Jonas and Martha are sent on one final mission to save the town of Winden once and for all. Stay tuned for our wrap up episode next week where we discuss the mysteries of Dark -- the missing pieces as it were. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching the last season of The Crown. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Dark Ways Movie Review: The Silence/Das Letzte Schweigen

1 of my Stories — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 05:00:22 GMT

While we are waiting for the next series by Baran Bo Odar and Jantje Friese, Steve (Introvoid) and I decided to talk about the first movies by our favorite perfect match. The Silence was released in 2010 and was the first narrative feature by Bo and Jantje. Steve and I talk about the history of development, how the movie is the same and different to Dark, and what the public's reception to the movie was. This FB live was recorded on February 19, 2024 and contains segments where we interact with a live audience. Movie description: In July 1986, young Pia is sexually assaulted and murdered on her bike ride. The case is never solved. In 2009, 23 years later, a girl named Sinnika goes missing in the same manner. David Jahn is assigned to the case, but he's still grieving his wife's death. As the detectives try to solve the possibly linked murders, we follow both the perpetrators and the victims of these crimes during a hot July in Germany. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: 100 Years of Solitude Episode 2 Recap: It's Like an Earthquake

1 of my Stories — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Our coverage of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude continues, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Episode 2 is called It's Like an Earthquake. Aureliano begins to have visions of death, even though no one in Macondo has ever died. While Jose Arcadio Buendia spends the last of their family's money on alchemy, Ursula begins her own thriving business selling candy. Meanwhile Jose Arcadio, Jr. is seduced by a much older woman named Pilar, leading to a moment of crisis for the family. We also speculate on what the story might be saying about connection, isolation, and politics in the world of Colombia. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.7 Recap: Crossroads

1 of my Stories — Thu, 25 May 2023 04:52:23 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 7: Crossroads. #darknetflix #netflixdark Tick Tock: Helge is the first character to appear in three ages in one episode. His name means holy, blessed, dedicated to the gods. It seems he is set apart for some purpose, and he is determined to change the future and the past. Meanwhile, Jonas has an important choice to make. We are on the cusp of some big reveals. Only 3 more episodes to go in season 1. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Under the Skin. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

Sweet Child of Time Presents: 100 Years of Solitude Episode 3 Recap: A Daguerreotype of God

1 of my Stories — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Our coverage of the Colombian Netflix series, 100 Years of Solitude continues, adapted from the renowned magical realism novel by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Episode 3 is called A Daguerreotype of God. A new family member shows up, bringing new surprises, inter-family conflict, and a mysterious plague that makes people forget. As the children age, they begin to explore romance and the possibility of finding a domestic partner. Rebeca's entry opens up more talk of colonialism and her hankering for eating dirt. And there are new toys to play with, including a camera that may capture God and a pianola, personally delivered by a red-headed Italian. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Time Bandits

1 of my Stories — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 02:37:52 GMT

Apple TV will drop a new TV series, Time Bandits, based on the 1981 fantasy film directed by Terry Gilliam. 1ofmystories has never seen the movie and wanted to know about this formative film from Steve’s childhood. Also joining us is Aradiapedia from the Wheel of Time Spoilers podcast. Steve will be recapping the show weekly after it comes out on his podcast, Sweet Child of Time, so be sure to subscribe to his podcast for that content. Movie description: Kevin loves history with every fiber of his being. His parents prefer to digest upon television series that vegetate their brains and make them non-curious. But when little people burst through his closet one evening, Kevin follows them through the portals of history on a grand adventure. Starring Terry Gilliam and co-written by Gilliam and Michael Palin, Time Bandits is a film that gave many children sweet dreams and nightmares for years to come after. The TV show will drop on July 24, 2024 and will be directed by Taika Waititi and Jermaine Clement. About Aradiapedia: Aradiapedia is the co-host of WOT Spoilers, and the host of the Hot Nuance Book Club. Check out WOT Spoilers if you are a Wheel Of Time reader; start with the episode Steve Barnes appeared on! Find Aradia @aradiapedia on the socials. About Steve: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com.

1899 Episode 5 Recap: The Calling

1 of my Stories — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 19:37:32 GMT

Anthony Holden (@Blakcinephile) and I discuss episode 5 of the Netflix series 1899, co-directed by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. #1899netflix Episode 5: The Calling. This action-packed episode contains a startling number of reveals and leans heavily into the steampunk/science fiction aesthetic. A strange ticking noise causes passengers to abandon ship, and the boy finally speaks to Maura! About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile Podcast: YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, SoundCloud, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories Also check out the Jérôme to my Olek (a blessed team up), the Sweet Child of Time podcast, who is also doing 1899 recaps. We share intel and sometimes the limelight. Steve Barnes (IG: @Intro.void) and Nate (IG: @Void.master).

Music Movie Series: Green Room with Introvoid and Scott from Cold and Sober Stoner

1 of my Stories — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 05:00:17 GMT

Today we are talking about the 2015 punk rock horror feature, Green Room, directed by Jeremy Saulnier, starring Anton Yelchin, Imogen Poots, and big bad Patrick Stewart. In this movie, a punk band called the Ain't Rights diverts from their planned tour to makeup for their dwindling cashpool. Their matinee show for a crowd of skinheads goes off without a hitch, except for a few boos. All seems kosher until one of them discovers a dead body. Now, trapped inside the green room without means of escape or help, this group of musicians has to use their wits and ability to improvise to outlast the boots and braces in the Pacific Northwest. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Scott Spiers is the editor and chief of Clean and Sober Stoner, a website and YouTube channel where they cover the heavy underground music scene, mostly stoner and doom genres. He's also the new editor in chief and owner of Monster Riff at monsterriff.com.

The 2023 NC Film Critics Association Best of Movie Award Winners with Amarú Moses

1 of my Stories — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:00:37 GMT

The votes are in and the reigning winners stand alone. Today Lindsey Dunn (1ofMyStories) talks to Amarú Moses of Bitesize Breakdown about the winners of the 2023 NC Film Critics Association movie awards! This is the 12th annual awards for the NC Film Critics, and the group boasts a whopping 27 unique awards including a lifetime achievement award, directorial debut, breakthrough performance, and the Ken Hanke Memorial Tar Heel Award for a movie or person with a North Carolina connection. The conversation covers commentary on each of the winners and why we think these rose to the top. To learn more about the NC Film Critics, visit ncfilmcritics.org or follow on Twitter @NCFilmCritics. About Amarú Moses: Amarú writes for Bitesize Breakdown, which is now a collective of global writers giving multiple perspectives on movies and TV shows in 1000 words or less. Amaru also loves to torture guests on his series One Gotta Stay, where he forces them to choose only one of a group of equally important movies or characters. You can find all of his content on the Biteside Breakdown YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bitesizebreakdown or at bitesizebreakdown.com. You can also follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or IG: AmaruMoses. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Society of the Snow. Lindsey recommends you check out Biosphere, directed by Mel Eslyn.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.2 Recap: Lies

1 of my Stories — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 05:00:48 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 2: Lies. Mikkel is missing, and the town comes together to look for him. Meanwhile, the Nielsen family begins to fall apart. The list of suspects grows as we discover who has things to hide. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Todays song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching BEEF. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

All About Wawa: The Gas Station That Could

1 of my Stories — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 19:01:27 GMT

Do you "Go to Wawa when you’re hot, hot, hot?" I'm joined by Steve Barnes (@Intro.void) and Nate Dunn (@Void.master) to talk all things Wawa. Nate is from Philly, Steve is a Virginia boy Wawa convert, and I'm a total foreigner as a clueless Southerner who things Sheetz is the bomb. We talk about the history of this famous gas station franchise, what's good to eat, and even try out our knowledge with the ultimate Wawa quiz. We even discuss Wawa's colonization of Florida. If you get get fired up about gas station selection, this is the podcast episode for you. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes of "Sweet Child of Time" produces and co-hosts his recap podcast. Lindsey and Steve are currently recapping Dark. Steve is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid About Nate: Please check out VOIDMASTER, available everywhere you can stream, and also at voidmaster.bandcamp.com, which is the best way to support Nate! Nate is the guitarist, singer, and band leader. Lindsey Dunn is a film and TV critic with the NCFilmcritics and the SEFilmcritics. Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories and 1ofmystories.com

Brooklyn 45 spoiler-free movie review

1 of my Stories — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 02:46:54 GMT

Brooklyn 45 is the third feature length film of Ted Geoghegan (We Are Still Here; Mohawk). This real-time indie horror debuted during SXSW 2023 and is streaming exclusively on Shudder. Directed and written by Geoghegan and starring Anne Ramsay, Ron E. Rains, Jeremy Holm, Larry Fessenden, Ezra Buzzington, and Kristine Klebe. #SXSW2023 #Brooklyn45 #ShudderOriginal Description: It's December 27, 1945. Five childhood friends gather at a Brooklyn brownstone to share cocktails and comfort Clive, who is grieving his wife's passing. But Clive has a secret agenda for the evening; his plans may stir up ghosts, both real and metaphorical. Release: Streaming exclusively on Shudder Final score: 3.5 out of 5

Elemental spoiler-free movie review

1 of my Stories — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:00:14 GMT

Elemental is the latest Disney Pixar film. Elemental is a sweet take on an immigration story, set in a world inhabited by anthropomorphic elements. In this movie, Ember tries to balance her parent's dreams for her life with her own desires. Directed by Peter Sohn, with screenplay by John Hoberg, Kat Likkel, and Brenda Hsueh. Starring the voice talents of Leah Lewis, Mamoudou Athie, Ronnie del Carmen, Shila Ommi, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Catherine O'Hara. #Elemental #PixarElemental Description of movie: Fire people Ember and her family have immigrated from Fireland to Element City, where fire, water, air, and earth cohabitate. They have found modest success running the family business, a convenience store called the Fireplace. Temperamental Ember isn't sure she's fit to be the owner when her dad retires, but she knows it's her dad's dream. When Ember meets a water guy building inspector named Wade, she begins to fall for his "go with the flow" personality. But how can they have a future when water and fire don't mix? This sweet immigration story is a tale of differences and bringing out the best in each other. Release info: Movie opens in theaters June 16, 2023 About Lindsey: Lindsey Dunn is a film and TV critic with the NCFilmcritics and the SEFilmcritics. Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories and 1ofmystories.com. Lindsey is currently watching Never Have I Ever.

Theater Camp spoiler-free review

1 of my Stories — Sat, 29 Jul 2023 02:35:55 GMT

Theater Camp is an Office-style filmed mockumentary about a rundown theater camp in upstate New York called camp AdironACTS. Directed by Molly Gordon & Nick Lieberman, and written by Lieberman, Gordon, Noah Galvin, and, Ben Platt, the movie stars Gordon, Galvin, Platt, Jimmy Tatro, Amy Sedaris, Nathan Lee Graham, Ayo Edebiri, and Owen Thiele. Camp AdironACTS is the emotional heartbeat of the counselors, staff, and campers that attend every summer. When their beloved founder, Joan, goes into a coma, Joan's "crypto bro" son Troy takes her place as interim director. Long term artistic staffers Glenn, Amos, and Rebecca-Diane set out to cast three separate productions. Meanwhile, Troy attempts to right the books and save the camp from bankruptcy before Camp AdironACTS is no more. The first genuinely funny movie I've seen all year, Theater Camp is whip-smart and witty, with a touch of heart -- a joyful story of misfits who find home with one another. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Chosen.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark Episode 1.6 Recap: Sic Mundus Creatus Est

1 of my Stories — Thu, 18 May 2023 17:15:36 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 1, episode 6: Sic Mundus Creatus Est. #darknetflix #netflixdark Long Live the Queen: Regina Tiedemann has a sickness ravaging her body that possibly taints all of Winden. Ulrich does some masterclass detecting at last and discovers an awful truth. And how well can you really know your neighbors, parents, and friends? It's a theme heavy and reveal heavy episode of Dark. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Under the Skin. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

A Conversation about The Mission documentary with Andrew Sweatman

1 of my Stories — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 17:09:33 GMT

Andrew Sweatman from Arthouse Garage and I discuss The Mission, a 2023 documentary about John Chau's fateful mission to spread the Gospel to the people of the North Sentinel Islands. The documentary had its debut at the Telluride Film Festival and has been making waves ever since. Music by Aleksey Chistilin from Pixabay: Cinematic Time Lapse About Andrew Sweatman: Andrew Sweatman is the creator of ArthouseGarage.com and host of the Arthouse Garage podcast, which features a rotating selection of filmmakers and critics discussing arthouse, indie, classic and foreign cinema. As the “snob-free film podcast,” Arthouse Garage exists with the goal of making challenging cinema accessible to budding cinephiles and arthouse newbies. Find Andrew online by following @arthousegarage on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Letterboxd or by going to ArthouseGarage.com About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.6 recap: An Endless Cycle

1 of my Stories — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 16:42:14 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 2, episode 6: An Endless Cycle #darknetflix #netflixdark Many fans of the show consider this their favorite episode. It's a window into a happier time and probably the last day of his life Jonas was completely happy. Every Dark viewer has wanted for Jonas to get to wake up and start over fresh. Now that he has knowledge of what is possible, it's his chance to try and make things right. After being lead by Adam to enter the dark matter and return to the present-day world, he returns to the time before the series started, right before his dad's suicide. He believes if he can stop the suicide, he can set everything right again. But the end is only the beginning. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

1899 Episode 8 Recap: The Key

1 of my Stories — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 05:31:15 GMT

Anthony Holden (@Blakcinephile) and I discuss episode 8 of the Netflix series 1899, co-directed by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. #1899netflix Episode 8: The Key. In this episode, it all comes down to this. Henry tries to help Elliott remember his past. Maura finally confesses all of her secrets to the survivors and tries to explain what a simulation. Time is running out for the crew, Daniel tries desperately to change the code before Maura is recycled into the simulation again. Plus, we share our concluding thoughts. About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile Podcast: YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, SoundCloud, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories Also check out the Jérôme to my Olek (a blessed team up), the Sweet Child of Time podcast, who also made 1899 recaps. We share intel and sometimes the limelight. Steve Barnes (IG: @Intro.void) and Nate (IG: @Void.master).

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.2 recap: Dark Matter

1 of my Stories — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:39:29 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 2, episode 2: Dark Matter #darknetflix #netflixdark Season 2 continues. It's another Claudia and Jonas-heavy episode. Jonas goes on a hunt for enough fuel to power the generator and stabilize the God particle. Mikkel wakes up sad because it's his mom's birthday, and Egon visits an old inmate that now resides in a psychiatric hospital. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

Let's Talk Evil Dead

1 of my Stories — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 05:25:49 GMT

On this special episode of 1 of my Stories, I talk to frequent collaborator Chris "Dice Hate Me" Kirkman about the Evil Dead franchise. As the dawn of Evil Dead Rise nears, it was time for me to watch this original trilogy for the first time. I called on Chris, who has an MBC degree (Master's in Bruce Campbell) and has been after me to watch these movies ever since I've known him. Bonus: Chris once again has provided a recipe for a signature cocktail you can enjoy. Recipe below. Our magic sauce of his knowledge and my technique for asking the right questions brought out all sorts of goodness, from Ash's rise from zero to hero to the techniques Sam Raimi employed to bring us to the edge of madness. Due to technical difficulties, we weren’t able to talk about all the ways Evil Dead has influenced the horror cinematic universe as much as I wanted, but some of that comes out naturally in the conversation. Cocktail recipe for The King: Add two jiggers of whiskey and one jigger of melon liqueur to a cocktail shaker. Shake it with your non-dominant hand while laughing like a madman. Hold it over your head like a boomstick. Add grenadine to a highball glass along with ice. Pour the shaken liquid into the glass slowly so the grenadine stays in the bottom like blood. Top with ginger beer. Serve with lemon since most critics originally labeled the movie as such. Hail to the King, baby. About Chris Kirkman: Chris Kirkman is a journalist, professor of graphic design, and founder of Dice Hate Me Games. He has helped to create a shelf full of board game titles over the past 11 years. He co-hosts both the State of Games and Geek AllStars podcasts. You can find him on Twitter, Facebook, Letterboxd, and Instagram @DiceHateMe. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching BEEF.

A Conversation with Christian Swegal, director of 2025 film SOVEREIGN

1 of my Stories — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 06:07:59 GMT

I was honored to have the opportunity to speak with Christian Swegal, the director and writer of the film Sovereign, starring Nick Offerman, Dennis Quaid, and Jacob Tremblay. The film premiered at Tribeca in June 2025 and will release in theaters on July 11, 2025. Read my review of the film. Sovereign is based on a true crime that took place in West Memphis in 2010. After being pulled over for what should have been a routine traffic stop, father and son Jerry and Joe Kane opened fire on two officers, killing them in cold blood. Sovereign covers the events that lead up to this crime that is still studied today. The father and son duo were self-proclaimed "Sovereign Citizens," folks who believe themselves to be above the laws of the federal and state governments. Swegal tells this story with empathy and perspective, creating context for the Kane's beliefs and eventual downfall. After talking about some of his personal motivations and inspirations for cinematic filmmaking, Swegal shares the research and reasoning behind his storytelling methodology. Swegal's drive to understand different perspectives mirrors my own ideology closely. It was a pleasure to speak to him about his film. About Christian Swegal: Christian Swegal is a writer and director working across film and television. He co-wrote the feature film "Proud Mary" for Screen Gems, created "Solar," a pilot developed for Syfy, and he collaborated with Werner Herzog to develop "Fordlandia" for AMC. He is a graduate of USC School of Cinematic Arts. You can follow Christian on IG: @cswegal.

The Arts & Faith Top 25 Spiritually Significant Films About Crime and Punishment

1 of my Stories — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 21:38:16 GMT

In this episode, we cover the recently released Arts & Faith Top 25 spiritually significant films about crime and punishment, chosen by a jury of 17 film critics. I was one of the jurors, along with my co-host today, Christian Jessup. We talk about Arts & Faith, how this list came to be, and then list all the selected movies, focusing on some for deeper dives. You can find the full list on the Arts & Faith website, at ArtsAndFaith.com, as well as a justification of each film from one of the jurors. About Arts & Faith: The community originally began as a discussion board where members met to discuss the intersection of arts and faith. Today it's a website, but there's also a discord for people who want to join. The community collaborates to release three kinds of lists. One is an annual ecumenical jury that chooses the top 10 films of interest to Christians for the year. This has been going on since at least 2014.Then not every year, but some years, they release a top 100 films, which is ranked list. The last year this was done was 2020. Lastly, the group puts out top 25 lists on a particular theme. This can include movies from any year. This last kind is what we are talking about today. About Christian Jessup: Christian Jessup is a filmmaker and critic based in Raleigh, North Carolina. With a diverse background in online media, podcasting, television appearances, and jury selections, he brings a unique perspective to film evaluation, exploring the intersection of faith and cinema, recommending films with moral and spiritual depth. Christian has written the music for 16 feature length and short films, as well as directing the award-winning 2020 documentary, The Dancin’ Bulldogs. You can find Christian at CloudyPicture.substack.com/ or on social media @ChristianJessup About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

A Conversation about Darkest Miriam with Naomi Jaye and Tom Mercier [Tribeca]

1 of my Stories — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 04:45:02 GMT

In this interview, we talk about the film Darkest Miriam, having its World Premiere at Tribeca 2024. I'm joined by director Naomi Jaye and the lead actor, Tom Mercier (Mercier joined via WhatsApp). Movie description: Packed with literary and musical allusions, this engrossing dark fairy tale introduces us to Miriam the librarian, who finds love at the same time that she starts receiving threatening notes from a mystery stalker within the library stacks. We talk about why Naomi wanted to make the film and how she went about creating a library on film that felt real. We also dive into the psychology of Tom's character, Janko, and how he sees the world. You can find updates about the film on Instagram @tremendousfilms or @naomirjaye. #tribecafilmfestival

Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3

1 of my Stories — Fri, 05 May 2023 19:08:48 GMT

Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3 launches into theaters on May 5, 2023 and is the last Guardians movie put out by James Gunn. The movie gives the usual rock n' roll energy but reminds us of the key concept that before this rag tag group of misfits became the Guardians, they were all freaks -- perhaps no more than Rocket, whose backstory is explored one painful memory at a time. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with NCFCA and SEFCA. You can find her almost everywhere @1ofmystories or on her site 1ofmystories.com

Welcome to Derry, episode 3: Now You See It

1 of my Stories — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:50:45 GMT

Do you see what I see? Episode 3 delivered some wonderful surprises with an unexpected trip to the 1908 timeline and a meet cute with multiracial characters two cycles ago. While the VFX in the cemetery scene took us out of the scary, weird tone, there was enough richness to save things from going off the tracks too hard. We discuss those baseball jerseys at the Special Projects building. Then onto Easter eggs, character arcs, our favorite characters, and top scenes. Will Rose be there to save Francis again? Will the adults believe the photo evidence they see? Where was Hank Grogan at 11:30 pm the night of the murder? And how is this mysterious housekeeper? Steve rated this episode 3 turtles, and I rated it 4 turtles. Recap: In 1908, a young boy named Francis visits a circus that ignites his fears for a skeleton man. He also meets Rose, who we know as Second Hand Rose. These two kids meet again as adults, realizing they are on opposite sides of a turf war. Meanwhile Clint Bowers visits Hank Grogan and tries another tactic to get him to confess. Major Hanlon and his buddy Captain Russo are ordered to take Dick Hallorann in the air to get closer to the target. He has a vision, and Hanlon save Hallorann’s life. Hallorann shares an awkward family dinner with the Hanlon family, where they have a meeting of the minds. Lilly is released from Juniper Hill much quicker than expected. She returns to school and apologizes to Ronnie. The two of them convince Rich and Will to help them set up a séance of sorts to encourage the spirits of their ancestors to show up so they can take pictures. It’s risky business but they get some photos. One photo is of a clown. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: His Three Daughters on Netflix

1 of my Stories — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:01:26 GMT

Steve invited me on his show to talk about the Netflix distributed film, His Three Daughters. Over the course of three days, three estranged sisters reunite in a cramped New York City apartment to watch over their ailing father during his final days in Hospice care. With my father and mother both in live-in healthcare facilities for the first time, this movie opens the gateway for our thoughts about death, dying, complicated family dynamics, and the art of saying goodbye. Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at Sweetchildoftime.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Netflix Dark Wrap Up Chat

1 of my Stories — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:00:26 GMT

The final episode of Dark has been recapped, but subject is far from closed. Steve and I talk about some mysteries that we wanted to revisit, like the Stargate scene, a theory about Ines, Tannhaus' trauma, and what the show means to us personally. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching the last season of The Crown. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Music Movie Series: Jesus Christ Superstar

1 of my Stories — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:32 GMT

Steve Barnes, Nate Dunn, and I kick off our music movie mini-series. We are each picking a movie we want the others to watch. I'm a film critic and a singer; Nate and Steve are both in bands. We approach these movies as purveyors of pop culture, musicians, and friends. Jesus Christ Superstar is an important movie for Steve. It was formative for him as a young man exploring his own faith in God. Nate is the sweet child who has never seen it until now. I have my own relationship with this movie. Together, we unparse the history and why it was made, our likes, dislikes, and wishes for a dream cast. What's the buzz?

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 3.8, The Paradise, part 2

1 of my Stories — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 18:19:15 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I wrap up our recaps of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is the season 3, episode 8: The Paradise. This is part 2 of 2. #darknetflix #netflixdark. In this final episode of the entire show, Jonas and Martha are sent on one final mission to save the town of Winden once and for all. Stay tuned for our wrap up episode next week where we discuss the mysteries of Dark -- the missing pieces as it were. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching the last season of The Crown. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Dark episode 2.3 recap: Ghosts

1 of my Stories — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:27:52 GMT

Steve Barnes of the Sweet Child of Time podcast and I continue our recap of the epic German Netflix series, Dark. Today's episode is season 2, episode 3: Ghosts #darknetflix #netflixdark The coils are getting quite tight in this episode with many threads tying together. The inner workings of the Tiedemann family is the main topic of this episode. Both Egon and Claudia hope to do right for their children and make attempts to reach out. Each attempt is thwarted by barriers that were put in place long ago. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at linktr.ee/introvoid. Today's song is from Steve's music Introvoid, and his cover of Apparat's Goodbye. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching Black Mirror. If you have feedback about the episode, write to us: SweetChildofTimePod@gmail.com

Fast X spoiler-free review

1 of my Stories — Fri, 19 May 2023 05:20:41 GMT

While being quite similar in plot to the last few movies, Fast X has new characters and connects with Fast Five, what many consider to be the best film of the series. Jason Momoa plays the most unhinged villain of the series and has a blast with the role of Dante, which makes it fun for all of us. Fast X roars into theaters on May 19th. #FastX Directed by Louis Leterrier, with screenplay by Dan Mazeau and Justin Lin. Starring Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, John Cena, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewter, Sung Kang, Scott Eastwood, Daniela Melchior, Alan Ritchson, Helen Mirren, Rita Moreno, Jason Statham, Jason Momoa, and Charlize Theron. In this movie, Dominic Toretto must protect his loved ones from Dante Reyes played by Jason Momoa, the son of the deceased drug kingpin Hernan Reyes, who ended up dead due to the heist Dom and the crew performed during Fast Five.

A Conversation with Kim Albright and Anna Maguire [Fantasia Fest]

1 of my Stories — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 02:50:07 GMT

In this interview, I speak with Kim Albright and Anna Maguire, the director and star of "With Love and a Major Organ", which debuted at SXSW 2023 and is now having its Canadian premier at Fantasia Fest 2023. In this interview, we talk about the movies that inspire them, the most challenging moments to film, the role of color in the story, and how they adapted the movie from a play. Lastly, we all share what objects our hearts would be made of if we lived in this algorithmic world. See the information about Fantasia screening: https://fantasiafestival.com/en/film/with-love-and-a-major-organ Description of the movie: Anabel lives in a world controlled by the algorithm, but her bold and bohemian lifestyle puts her at odds with her peers. After a series of devastating rejections, Anabel’s pain becomes unbearable. She decides to remove her heart and give it to George (Hamza Haq), the object of her affection. This unexpected gift turns George’s world upside down and sends him on a journey of discovery. George and Anabel’s lives join and diverge at different points, but like the web of red thread we see in the cold opening, their stories are intrinsically linked after their fateful meeting in the park. Movie website: https://www.withloveandamajororgan.com/ Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/withlove.andamajororgan/ Read my review of the movie: https://elementsofmadness.com/2023/03/24/wlaamo/ About Kim Albright: Kim Albright is an award-winning Canadian-British-Filipina film director who has won many awards for her short films. With Love and a Major Organ is her feature length debut.She is an alumna of the Canadian Film Centre Directors Lab, the Canadian Academy Director's Program for Women, and Women In the Director's Chair (WIDC) Story & Leadership, and a recipient of the CBC Films WIDC Talent Development Award and the WIDC Feature Film Award. About Anna Maguire: Anna Maguire is a British/Canadian writer, director and actress. Her directorial work has screened at festivals including TIFF, Palm Springs, PÖFF Black Nights and the BFI London Film Festival where she was nominated for Best Short with Your Mother and I in 2016. She has won awards at The London Short Film Festival, Thessaloniki, Rhode Island, and Underwire among others, was long listed for a BAFTA, and nominated for Best Short at the 2018 London Critics’ Circle Awards. As an actress, Anna recently performed in Kim Nguyen’s The Hummingbird Project alongside Salma Hayek, Jesse Eisenberg and Alexander Skarsgard and can be seen in the upcoming film Violation by Madeleine Sims-Fewer and Dusty Mancinelli. She is currently writing her first feature An Empty Space supported by BFI NETWORK. About the interviewer: Lindsey Dunn aka @1ofmystories is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships.

Last Voyage of the Demeter Spoiler-Free Review

1 of my Stories — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:48:36 GMT

Last Voyage of the Demeter is directed by André Øvredal (Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark), with a screenplay by Bragi F. Schut, Jr. and Zak Olkewic. It's starring Corey Hawkins, Aisling Franciosi, Liam Cunningham, Woody Norman, David Dasmalchian, and Jon Jon Briones. #DemeterMovie This monster movie horror comes from The Captain's Log from chapter 7 of Bram Stoker's Dracula. In this chapter, Mina documents her thoughts as she wonders if her fiance, Jonathan Harker, will ever return. In the middle of her worries, a scandal erupts in town. The good ship Demeter has washed up with no signs of survivors. The only thing left is a man lashed to the wheel and the captain's log. Mina distracts herself from her troubles by reading this log. The ship's objective was to move 50 wooden crates from Carpathia to London. So it's an open ended mystery. Of course we know that Dracula used the wooden crates to transport himself to his new home in London. The movie imagines what happened to the crew on this doomed voyage. Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and most social channels @1ofmystories.

Under the Skin movie discussion with Steve Barnes and Nate Dunn

1 of my Stories — Sat, 13 May 2023 21:20:26 GMT

Steve "Introvoid" Barnes and Nate "Voidmaster" Dunn join me for a discussion of A24's 7th film, entitled Under the Skin, directed by Jonathan Glazer, co-written by Glazer and Walker Campbell. Loosely based on a book by Michael Faber, it's the story of an alien we know only as the Female. The Female drives around in a white van, looking for male prey to turn into skin suits. As her story continues, her conscious begins to evolve, tainting her ability to continue on mission. #A24 Starring Scarlett Johansson, Adam Pearson, a racer named Jeremy McWilliams, and many other unknown actors, this dreamlike and bleak sci-fi/horror blend can be interpreted to tackle issues as varied as sex trafficking to xenophobia to gender politics. We discuss our feelings about the movie and its minimalist and spare style and what we think it all means. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes of "Sweet Child of Time" produces and co-hosts his recap podcast. Lindsey and Steve are currently recapping Dark. Steve is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at https://linktr.ee/introvoid About Nate: Please check out VOIDMASTER, available everywhere you can stream, and also at https://voidmaster.bandcamp.com, which is the best way to support Nate! Nate is the guitarist, singer, and band leader. Lindsey Dunn is a film and TV critic with the NCFilmcritics and the SEFilmcritics. Find Lindsey on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, and Letterboxd @1ofmystories and 1ofmystories.com

Let's Debate the NC Film Critic Nominations of 2024 with Harrison Martin and Anthony Holden

1 of my Stories — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 05:00:05 GMT

Harrison Martin, Anthony Holden, and I came together to talk about the North Carolina Film Critics Association (NCFCA) nominees for 2024. The NCFCA is made up of 70 some members who either work or live in the Tar Heel state. To see the full list of nominations, as well as previous years' winners, visit the website. This ambitious group boasts 27 categories of awards, including some unusual categories such as voice actor, directorial debut, breakthrough performance, the Ken Hanke Memorial Tar Heel Award for a film or person with a North Carolina connection, and a lifetime achievement award that honors a contribution to cinema in a different category each year. This year the group elected to award an achievement in cinematography. We chose to talk about 16 of the categories for this conversation. We encourage you to follow the group's business at ncfilmcritics.org or on Twitter @NCFilmCritics. The final winners will be announced on January 3, 2024. Stay tuned until then. About Harrison Martin: Harrison Martin is the founder of Flixfrog, a blog reviewing film and television. He got a part-time job at Regal Cinemas to make watching movies more convenient (OK … free). Even after leaving his job at Regal Cinemas, Harrison would drive hours to any advanced screening in the hopes of someday becoming a certified critic. Since then, his dream has come true, and the website has grown into a full business venture including reviews, articles, digital content, and much more. You can find Harrison on Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, etc. @FlixFrog. Harrison wants you to see Luca Guadignino's Challengers. About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Anthony recommends you check out The Brutalist, directed Brady Corbet. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com; IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile; YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching One Hundred Years of Solitude. Lindsey recommends you check out Ghostlight, directed by Alex Thompson and Kelly O'Sullivan.

Cobra Kai Season 6 Renewed: Musings and Thoughts with @flixfrog

1 of my Stories — Sat, 21 Jan 2023 07:35:43 GMT

Miyagi Dos, Eagle Fangs, and Cobras: we finally got the official announcement that there will be another season of Cobra Kai. Season six is "coming soon" according to the Netflix promo video. Hot on the heels of that announcement, Jon Hurwitz quickly circulated a letter written and signed by him and his co-creators Josh Heald and Hayden Schlossberg. Season 6 will be the final season of Cobra Kai. With this big news, I just had to get on the horn with my friend and partner in podcasting crime Harrison Martin to geek out about this news. We talk about the announcements, what format we think the show will take, give a yay or nay to what plots points we want to see, and speculate about the future of the Miyagiverse. Let us know what you think! What do you want to see? Do you agree with their decision to make this the final season? And what is the future of Homeless Lynn? About Harrison Martin: Harrison Martin is the founder of Flixfrog, a blog reviewing film and television. He got a part-time job at Regal Cinemas to make watching movies more convenient (OK … free). Even after leaving his job at Regal Cinemas, Harrison would drive hours to any advanced screening in the hopes of someday becoming a certified critic. Since then, his dream has come true, and the website has grown into a full business venture including reviews, articles, digital content, and much more. You can find Harrison on Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, etc. @FlixFrog. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey is a film reviewer known by the moniker 1ofMyStories. She thinks stories have the power to change lives and minds in a way that works better than arguing. You can find her on Twitter, Letterboxd, YouTube, or SoundCloud @1ofmystories or 1 of My Stories COr check the website: 1ofmystories.com.

Sweet Child of Time Presents: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood discussion

1 of my Stories — Thu, 09 May 2024 06:00:07 GMT

Jason Kleeberg of the Force Five podcast joins Steve and I in a trip down nostalgia lane with Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. It’s about five years since this film came out, and with QT announcing his decision to shelve with his “last” film, The Movie Critic, it seemed the perfect time to revisit a film we all consider a new classic. We talk about the true stories that shaped the movie, including the good, the bad, and the ugly of spaghetti westerns. We also talk about what makes it such a great film and what we think it all means. About the film: Actor Rick Dalton gained fame and fortune by starring in a 1950s television Western but is now struggling to find meaningful work in a Hollywood that he doesn't recognize anymore. He spends most of his time drinking and palling around with Cliff Booth, his easygoing best friend and longtime stunt double. Rick also happens to live next door to Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate -- the filmmaker and budding actress whose futures will forever be altered by members of the Manson Family. About Jason Kleeberg: Kason Kleeberg is the host, writer, producer, and editor of the Force Five Podcast. In addition to being a podcaster, he’s a Blacklist screenwriter (The Gumshoe, Powerbomb, Anglerfish), filmmaker (Clarks), and Telly Award winner (2005) from the San Francisco Bay Area. You can find him on all the channels at https://www.forcefivepodcast.com/. About Steve Barnes: Steve Barnes is guitarist for stoner metal band Introvoid, and also plays guitar for the cover band Rebecca Crow. All of Steve's stuff can be found at https://sweetchildoftime.com/. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic with membership in both NC Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics. She loves all things Cobra Kai, Netflix Dark, indie horror, and any stories about complicated relationships. You can find her at 1ofmystories.com and at her linktree: https://linktr.ee/1ofmystories.

Alabama Pilgrimage Reflections by Rev. Dr. Tammy Rodman: Let Me Out of Here

1 of my Stories — Sat, 14 Jun 2025 19:38:50 GMT

This episode is part of my Alabama Pilgrimage series, where I interview friends who traveled with me through the important sites of the Civil Rights Movement. Each episode, one pilgrim shares their memories and reflections from the trip, starting with myself. We hope you will enjoy listening to each of these stories. Today’s pilgrim is Rev. Dr. Tammy Rodman. Dr. Rodman attended Shaw University, got a BA in Psychology, and then went on to get a Doctorate of Ministry in Christian Education and Urban Ministries from United Theological Seminary. She is a trained community organizer and helps groups to mobilize and work towards sustainable models of operation. She has worked closely with DurhamCares, where she helped to direct and facilitate the Durham Pilgrimage of Pain and Hope for almost four years. She currently serves at Reality Ministries where she works as volunteer coordinator and supervisor-mentor for Duke Divinity interns. Dr. Rodman is actually the catalyst for the podcast because on the last evening, she shared a vulnerable poem about her experiences of pain in walking through the Legacy Museum on the final day of the trip. Sharing pain helps release the person feeling pain from carrying that burden alone and gives us as listeners a rare gift – a chance to hold space for another’s pain and let its presence change the way you see the world. So often when people share pain centering on racism, listeners receive it as accusation and indictment, instead of an opportunity and a gift. How can we change if we don’t see pain? Before healing, pain’s presence must be known and shared. If you would like to learn more about the Alabama Pilgrimage, contact DurhamCares at durhamcares.org. And now onto our show. The music in this series is entitled Brothers and Sisters, by Alana Jordan on Pixabay.

Let's Debate the NC Film Critic Nominations of 2023 with Harrison Martin and Anthony Holden

1 of my Stories — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 17:15:00 GMT

Harrison Martin, Anthony Holden, and I came together to talk about the North Carolina Film Critics Association (NCFCA) nominees for 2023. The NCFCA is made up of 72 members across the state. To see a full list of winners, go here. This ambitious group boasts 27 categories of awards, including some unusual categories such as voice actor, directorial debut, breakthrough performance, the Ken Hanke Memorial Tar Heel Award for a film or person with a North Carolina connection, and a lifetime achievement award that honors a contribution to cinema in a different category each year. This year the group elected to award an achievement in makeup artistry. We chose to talk about 12 of the awards to fit it all into a one-hour conversation. We encourage you to view all the nominees at ncfilmcritics.org that's ncfilmcritics.org. Or on Twitter at NCFilmCritics The final winners will be announced on January 3, 2024. Stay tuned until then. About Harrison Martin: Harrison Martin is the founder of Flixfrog, a blog reviewing film and television. He got a part-time job at Regal Cinemas to make watching movies more convenient (OK … free). Even after leaving his job at Regal Cinemas, Harrison would drive hours to any advanced screening in the hopes of someday becoming a certified critic. Since then, his dream has come true, and the website has grown into a full business venture including reviews, articles, digital content, and much more. You can find Harrison on Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, etc. @FlixFrog. Harrison wants you to see Celine Song's Past Lives. About Anthony Holden: Anthony is part of NC Film Critics and is a Detroit-transplant who loves movies. In addition to writing movie reviews, he's a co-host on the Double Feature: Versus podcast, a show where two cinephiles clash heads on two competing films with a similar theme. Anthony recommends you check out Monster, directed by Hirokazu Koreeda. Find Anthony: Website: 8bitwaffles.com; IG and Twitter: @BlakCinephile; YouTube @doublefeatureversus or Apple podcasts @double-feature-vs. About Lindsey Dunn: Lindsey Dunn is a film critic known as 1 of my Stories. You can find her on all the platforms @1ofmystories. She is currently watching The Chosen, season 3. Lindsey recommends you check out Biosphere, directed by Mel Eslyn.