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AMP'd About Movies
by David Black
David, Chad, Colin, Hunter, and Beard discuss a movie they've watched, getting deep into the hidden meaning and themes within.
Episodes
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Blade Runner: The Final Cut (Directed by Ridley Scott) - We were only AMP'd About one version of this movie
This week we watched the 1982 sci-fi movie Blade Runner! That said, we forgot to clarify in advance which version of the movie we intended to watch, which had hilarious results. What's your favorite version of this movie? Next week we will be watching The Shawshank Redemption (directed by Frank...
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The Power of the Dog (Directed by Jane Campion) - Return of the Podcast and Jesse Plemons
After a months-long break from uploading, we're resuming our weekly upload schedule! Thank you for your patience. This week we watched the 2021 Oscar winner, The Power of the Dog! Throughout our discussion, we came to better understand what was going on in this film that can be somewhat cryptic…
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The Social Network (Directed by David Fincher) - The idea that changed the world forever... and made us all addicted to social media
This week we watched the 2010 multi-Oscar winner, The Social Network! Social media has consumed much of our lives in modern times, so it was interesting to see the beginnings of one of the most powerful social media platforms to ever exist (as of now). Next week we will be watching The Power of…
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Don't Look Up (Directed by Adam McKay) - Please Look Up How to Fight Climate Change
My, how the time has flown! This week we watched the 2021 best-picture nominee, Don't Look Up! This chilling comedy left us with a lot of questions, and we were lucky to be joined by Colin's partner Ieva to discuss with someone involved in Climate Research! Next week we will be watching The…
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Taxi Driver (Directed by Martin Scorsese) - This movie can be (taxi)ng to watch
This week we watched the 1976 crime drama, Taxi Driver! This character piece on a NYC Taxi Driver is a beautifully made movie with a gorgeous soundtrack. But what does it all mean? Next week we will be watching Don't Look Up (directed by Adam McKay), so be sure to watch it this week in…
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In Bruges (REVISITED) (Directed by Martin McDonagh) - Is It Worth Revisiting Bruges?
This week we watched the 2008 comedy drama, In Bruges, for the second time! This is our first time revisiting a movie we've watched already for this podcast, so it was really fun to see how our opinions had changed after a second viewing. The second time around, most of us enjoyed the movie a lot...
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Die Hard 2 (Directed by Renny Harlin) - More guns, explosions, Tai Chi, and 90's technology!
We're back with our second Christmas Special! It was only fitting that we return to the Die Hard series to see how John McClane can get himself in and out of even more trouble. We hope you enjoy our discussion, and that you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! This concludes Season 2 of…
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Moneyball (Directed by Bennett Miller) - How can you not be romantic about baseball movies?
An exceedingly well-crafted tale of the beginning of a new era of baseball. If you haven't seen this yet, it's a must watch for anyone! Next week, we will be watching Die Hard 2 (Directed by Renny Harlin), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's your call. It's currently...
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Uncut Gems (Directed by the Safdie Brothers) - Uncut? More like UNHINGED
A thrilling experience from start to finish, this gem of a movie gets your adrenaline pumping. Next week, we will be watching Moneyball (Directed by Bennett Miller), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's your call. It's currently available on Netflix! If you would like…
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DUNE (Directed by Denis Villeneuve) - Finally, a movie that delivers a 2021 Desert Walking Experience
This was our first time reviewing a movie that's currently in theaters! Such a fun experience. We hope you enjoy our timely review of the relatively new cinematic epic DUNE. Next week, we will be watching Uncut Gems (Directed by the Safdie Brothers), so be sure to watch it this week in…
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Casino Royale (Directed by Martin Campbell) - A Tale of Expensive Cars, Free Running, and Fantastic Cards
In honor of Daniel Craig's final act as James Bond, we decided to review the film where it all started. Some were dazzled, and some were not impressed by Bond's Bluff. Next week, we will be watching DUNE (Directed by Denis Villeneuve), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't…
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School of Rock (Directed by Richard Linklater) - Don't listen to the MAN... They kidnapped Shamu
You know you're not hardcore (no you're not hardcore) unless you live hardcore (unless you live hardcore) AND THE LEGEND OF THE PODCAST WAS WAY HARDCORE! Next week, we will be watching Casino Royale (Directed by Martin Campbell), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's…
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Million Dolllar Baby (Directed by Clint Eastwood) - Some of us prefer Clint Eastwood the Gorillaz song rather than Clint Eastwood the director and recurring cranky old guy
This movie was much more polarizing than expected! Next week, we will be watching School of Rock (Directed by Richard Linklater), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's your call. It's currently available on Netflix. If you would like to contribute your thoughts to a…
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There Will Be Blood (Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson) - WE DRINK YOUR MILKSHAKE
We Drink It Up. Next week, we will be watching Million Dollar Baby (Directed by Clint Eastwood), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's your call. It's currently available on Netflix. If you would like to contribute your thoughts to a future episode, leave us a voice...
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Cabin in the Woods (Directed by Drew Goddard) - The Start of the Scarriest Cinematic Universe
One of David's all-time favorite horror movies, this film blends horror, satire, comedy, and a unique tale into one unforgettable film. Happy Halloween! Next week, we will be watching There Will Be Blood (Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or…
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I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore (Directed by Macon Blaire) - We don't feel this movie is......
An unexpected yet engaging tale of intrigue and fighting back against a world that has wronged us. This movie is definitely worth a watch. Next week, we will be watching our Halloween Pick of the Year, Cabin in the Woods (Directed by Drew Goddard), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation!...
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Minority Report (Directed by Steven Spielberg) - You ever heard of IT Audit?
An epic sci-fi mystery that will welcome you into a world where murder has been removed from the Washington D.C. area, Minority Report was a fun film to watch, and an even more fun film to discuss. That said, Chad and David gave it no grace for it's lacking IT controls. Next week, we will be...
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Shutter Island (Directed by Martin Scorsese) - Just like this movie, this podcast gets better the more you listen to it!
A finely honed movie that kept us on the edge of our seats for not only the first, but the second watch as well. Don't skip this one! Next week, we will be watching Minority Report (Directed by Steven Spielberg), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's your call. It's...
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Bee Movie (Directed by Simon J. Smith and Steve Hickner) - No one will be buzzing about this movie
We watched this movie as a joke, and that joke may have been the funniest joke of the whole movie. Next week, we will be watching Shutter Island (Directed by Martin Scorsese), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's your call. It's currently available on Netflix. If you...
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Office Space (Directed by Mike Judge) - Are we AMP'd Enough for Flair, or do we just not care?
This movie may have a lot of memes associated with it, but it still stands the test of time! Also, we are now a finance podcast. (As a quick note, this movie just recently became available on Hulu.) Next week, we will be watching Bee Movie (Directed by Simon J. Smith and Steve Hickner), so be…
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Napoleon Dynamite (Directed by Jared Hess) - TINA, Come Listen To Our Podcast!
One of the most quotable comedy movies of all time? HECK YEAH! Put this podcast on, and go make yourself a dang quesa-dilluh! Next week, we will be watching Office Space (Directed by Mike Judge), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's your call. It's currently available…
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Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro (Directed by Hayao Miyazaki) - A Cartoon for Adults??
Is that a Castle of Pastrami? This week we watched a curious film that skirts the line between family friendly and adult-themes. Miyazaki's directorial debut! Next week, we will be watching Napoleon Dynamite (Directed by Jared Hess), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation! Or don't, it's...
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The Dark Knight (Directed by Christopher Nolan) - Bale or Batfleck, YOU DECIDE!
This week we dip our toes back into the DC Universe. This time, we're going back to a film that left quite a mark on pop culture, and for good reason. Next week, we will be watching Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro (Directed by Hayao Miyazaki), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation!…
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Gone Girl (Directed by David Fincher) - Gone but Definitely Not Forgettable
This week we discuss another Fincher film. This one centers on a mysterious disappearance and a plot that will keep you guessing. Major spoiler warnings (again) if you haven't seen this one! Next week, we will be watching The Dark Knight (Directed by Christopher Nolan), so be sure to watch it…
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Fight Club (Directed by David Fincher) - We broke the first and second rules...
This week we discuss a cult classic film that defined college dorm rooms for decades. Major spoiler warnings if you haven't seen this one! Also, heads up that the movie The Sixth Sense is also spoiled in this podcast. It's a 22 year old movie, so we didn't think anything of it, but it came out…
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Chinatown (Directed by Roman Polanski) - We never thought we'd care so much about a water dispute
This week we discuss a noir movie with a very critically acclaimed plot. How did we feel about it? You'll have to listen, pick up clues, and piece it all together before we give our final scores! Next week, we will be watching Fight Club (Directed by David Fincher), so be sure to watch it this…
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The Mitchells vs. the Machines (Directed by Michael Rianda) - We can tell the difference between DOG and PIG and BREAD
This week we switched gears and watched an animated movie made by the studio that made Into the Spiderverse. It won us over with it's unique and quirky style, and the comedy left us laughing for days. Next week, we will be watching Chinatown (Directed by Roman Polanski), so be sure to watch it…
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Eastern Promises (Directed by David Cronenberg) - Viggo Mortensen steals the show... we Promise
In the vein of the Departed, we make a return to the crime family thriller genre. We enjoyed this films unique offerings, and appreciated the style with which it expressed delicate themes and ideas. Next week, we will be watching The Mitchells vs. the Machines (Directed by Michael Rianda), so be...
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Palm Springs (Directed by Max Barbakow) - Got a belt made of watches, caught in a time loop
This time-loop film had us going back and forth over what it really meant. It really threw us for... a loop... Next week we will be watching Eastern Promises (directed by David Cronenberg), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't, it's your call. It is currently available on...
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The Departed (Directed by Martin Scorsese) - A rat, a mole, and a stacked movie cast walk into a bar...
This well-made film of cat and mouse was gripping all the way to the end. What other mafia/mob films should we watch next? Next week we will be watching Palm Springs (directed by Max Barbakow), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't, it's your call. It is currently available on...
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i'm thinking of ending things (Directed by Charlie Kaufman) - We were a little less than AMP'd About it...
This week we watched a film that left us thinking for hours, i'm thinking of ending things. This movie nearly broke us. Buyer beware! Next week we will be watching The Departed (directed by Martin Scorsese), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't, it's your call. Have you seen...
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Burn After Reading (Directed by Joel and Ethan Coen) - Burn After Listening!
This week we watched a film that confused us as much as it made us laugh, Burn After Reading. Not quite as chilling a tale as Fargo, but this movie still has a lot of intrigue. Next week we will be watching I'm Thinking of Ending Things (directed by Charlie Kaufman), so be sure to watch it this...
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National Treasure (Directed by Jon Turteltaub) - A Treasure for All Nations
This week we watched a film that laid the foundation for what today's youth know about American history, National Treasure. This iconic performance by Nicholas Cage led us to laugh, cry, and question everything we know about the country we call home. Next week we will be watching Burn After…
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Saving Private Ryan (Directed by Steven Spielberg) - Steven Spielberg is the GOAT
This week we watched the powerful and devastating film, Saving Private Ryan. This movie left us stunned with it's incredibly realistic portrayal of war, and we highly recommend everyone give this movie a viewing. Next week we will be watching National Treasure (directed by Jon Turteltaub), so be...
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The Trial of the Chicago 7 (Directed by Aaron Sorkin) - No, The Justice League Is Not On Trial
This week we watched the fascinating and emotional court drama/Academy Award nominee, The Trial of the Chicago 7. We were impressed by the timeliness and impressive ability of this film to weave together 7 stories in just one film... Next week we will be watching the vivid war drama Saving…
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Zach Snyder's Justice League (Directed by Zach Snyder) - Rendered in MP:3 Aspect Ratio for Your Listening Pleasure
This week we watched the 2020 Director's Cut edition of the 2017 DC superhero film, Justice League. There were some mixed feelings on this one, leading to a hotly contested debate! We recognize that this is a longer episode... As they say, twice the movie length, twice the podcast length! Next…
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Free Solo (Directed by Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi) - An Incredible Feat by a Man with Nimble Feet
This week we watched the 2019 Best Documentary Picture winner Free Solo! This death-defying film was the most adrenaline pumping documentary we've ever watched. Next week we will be watching Zach Snyder's Justice League (directed by Zach Snyder), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation.…
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Nomadland (Directed by Chloe Zhao) - Finally, a movie where Beard gets to talk about wandering through the desert!
This week we watched the 2020 Best Picture winner Nomadland! The film gave us a lot to talk about as it took us on a trip through a different side of America. Next week we will be watching Free Solo (directed by Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi), so be sure to watch it this week in...
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Dead Poets Society (Peter Weir) - YAWP, It's a Good Movie!
This week we watched the 1989 dramatic coming of age film, Dead Poets Society. The awe-inspiring performances by Robin Williams and the rest of the cast left us with lofty ideals in our heads and much to ponder on. This is a film everyone should see at least once. That said, this movie touches on...
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Kill Bill Vol. 2 (Directed by Quentin Tarantino) - BECAUSE IT'S FUN JAN. BECAUSE IT'S FUN.
This week we watched the 2004 legendary Kung-Fu action movie, Kill Bill Vol. 2. It was incredible to watch these movies back to back, and we highly recommend it. Next week we will be watching Dead Poets Society (directed by Peter Weir), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't,...
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Kill Bill Vol. 1 (Directed by Quentin Tarantino) - ALL YOUR EARS BELONG TO US NOW
This week we watched the 2003 legendary Kung-Fu action movie, Kill Bill Vol. 1. This movie truly brings the energy, and we simply have to watch Volume 2 next week. Thus, next week we will be watching Kill Bill Vol. 2 (directed by Quentin Tarantino), so be sure to watch it this week in…
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Alien (Directed by Ridley Scott) - Stay Tuned for the Inevitable Sequels "Alien vs Podcaster" and "Pro-Movieus"
This week we watched the 1979 chiller, Alien. This movie still holds up today and is an absolutely awesome trip with some deep space thrills. Next week we will be watching Kill Bill Vol. 1 (directed by Quentin Tarantino), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't, it's your call.…
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Mud (Directed by Jeff Nichols) - Some Loved It, Some Dragged It... Through the Mud...
This week we watched the 2012 dramatic coming of age film, Mud. This movie prompted some great discussions and helped give us a window into a world not often seen on the big screen. Next week we will be watching Alien (directed by Ridley Scott), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or...
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Superbad (Directed by Greg Mottola) - Ironically, it's Supergood
This week we watched the 2007 coming of age comedy, Superbad. This hilarious film provided a much needed break from some of the heavier and slower films we've had in the queue, and we think it fits in really well among the pantheon of high school coming of age films with it's genre defining ideas...
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Mank, (Free Solo if you're Colin) - (Directed by David Fincher) - So Much Shade it was Getting Chilly / Bonus Episode on Free Solo
This week we watched the 2020 black and white biopic film on Herman J. Mankiewicz, Mank. Wow, there were some divisive thoughts on this one, and David's rating methods were called into question. Colin brought us his review of Free Solo, a completely different movie, which added some spice to the...
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Citizen Kane (Directed by Orson Welles) - The Greatest Sledding Film Ever
This week we watched the 1941 cinematic hall of famer, Citizen Kane! This movie gave us a lot to discuss, and we help shed some light on what Rosebud is really all about. Next week we will be watching Mank (directed by David Fincher), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't…
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AMP'd About the Justice League Snyder Cut! - Reacting to the New Justice League: Director's Cut Trailer
This week we were going to upload our episode about Citizen Kane, but the edited file was corrupted. Instead, we bring you a brief discussion on the new Justice League: Director's Cut trailer, as well as the difference between Marvel and DC movies. Spoiler Warning for WandaVision! Next week we…
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In Bruges (Directed by Martin McDonagh) - Don't Watch this One with Your Mom
This week we watched the 2008 comedy drama, In Bruges! This movie split us into two schools of thought... Let's just say that some of us were not in on In Bruges. Next week we will be watching Citizen Kane (directed by Orson Welles), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't, it's...
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The Notebook (Directed by Nick Cassavetes) - Be Sure to Take Note of this Movie
This week we watched the 2004 love story, The Notebook! ~Just in time for Valentine's Day!~ This movie brought many of us to tears, and we had lots to say about it. Next week we will be watching In Bruges (directed by Martin McDonagh), so be sure to watch it this week in preparation. Or don't…
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The Grand Budapest Hotel (Directed by Wes Anderson) - A Fantastical Farce of a Film featuring Friends, Foes, and Fiennes
This week we watched the 2014 whimsical story of The Grand Budapest Hotel! This movie is directed by AMP'd About Movies favorite Wes Anderson, and it we loved laughing about all the various curiosities in this wonderful tale. Next week we will be watching The Notebook (directed by Nick…
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