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Grumpy Octopus
by Grumpy Octopus Productions
Where two nerds discuss their favorite filmmakers, movies, tv shows, etc. Podcast style.
Episodes
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Curtis Convos Episode 2: Notting Hill (1999)
Two weeks have flown by, and it's time for Curtis Convos to jump back into action! In this episode focusing on 1999's Notting Hill, we continue to follow the intrepid adventures of Hugh Grant, who has moved to the titular location and is in fact a whole different character than he was in Four...
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Curtis Convos Episode 1: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)
Happy October to you! The spooky season has begun, and so has our mini podcast of decidedly non-spooky movies. That's right, we're commencing with our collection of Curtis Convos, a sojourn into (some of) the films written by Richard Curtis. First up is the big rom-com breakthrough for both…
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Ryan Romps Episode 6: When Harry Met Sally (1989)
Well, all good things must come to an end, and today marks the final episode of our Ryan Romps minicast. Never fear! We shall be back soon for the fall season with more rom-com discussion, but this is the last call for Meg herself. We're ending by traveling back to when it all really kicked off…
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Ryan Romps Episode 5: Kate & Leopold (2001)
Woah! What year is it? Oh, it's 2026, August 14th to be precise, the perfect time for another episode of our Ryan Romps miniseries to drop. For a second, I thought it was 1876! Why, I must have fallen through a time portal just like Hugh Jackman in 2001's Kate & Leopold. The very movie we're...
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Ryan Romps Episode 4: French Kiss (1995)
Bonjour! A new episode of our Ryan Romps miniseries drops today, and we're headed to Paris for a most whimsical and romantic adventure. That's right, we're talking French Kiss! French Kiss, the beloved Meg Ryan/Kevin Kline collaboration? French Kiss, the movie that rocked the world? At least it…
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Ryan Romps Episode 3: You've Got Mail (1998)
You've got mail! Or rather, a podcast. That's right, a new episode of our Ryan Romps miniseries is out today, completing the Tom Hanks Hat Trick. Goodbye, Tom, you've performed your duties well, but soon Meg will have new screen partners to work with, new pastures to discover. But first we…
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Ryan Romps Episode 2: Sleepless in Seattle (1993)
Our summer of Ryan Romps continues today with Sleepless in Seattle! It's Ryan and Hanks together again, and if you liked their chemistry in Joe Versus The Volcano, oh boy, you won't be seeing it here, as they will not be meeting. Or having scenes together. Hmm. Can a rom-com work if the leads…
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Ryan Romps Episode 1: Joe Versus the Volcano (1990)
And we're back! Today kicks off our summer mini podcast of Ryan Romps! What better way to follow up a series of rom-coms than by watching multiple Meg Ryan movies? By the end of the year, we'll know this genre inside and out. We're starting with Joe Versus The Volcano! Spoilers: the first half of...
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Meyers Marathon Episode 6: The Intern (2015)
Hello hello! Today marks the final episode of our Meyers Marathon, focusing on 2015's The Intern. It's a funky little movie that proposes a hard hitting question: What if you were old and you had a job? Ok, there may be a bit more to it than that. There's some family drama here, some crazy heist...
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Meyers Marathon Episode 5: It's Complicated (2009)
Happy Friday, Loyal Listeners! It's time for another episode of our Meyers Marathon, focusing on 2009's It's Complicated. And boy, is it. Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, and Steve Martin are all here (to clarify, not on this podcast), and prepared to get themselves involved in many a farcical...
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Meyers Marathon Episode 4: The Holiday (2006)
Hello hello! It's been two weeks since our last episode, and we've recharged our talking batteries to podcast again. Hey, you know what else is a great way to spend two weeks? Perhaps try swapping houses with a stranger from another country! That's right, it's time for our Meyers Marathon to…
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Meyers Marathon Episode 3: Something's Gotta Give (2003)
Ahoy hoy! Episode 3 of our Meyers Marathon is out now, covering the cranky and contentious Something's Gotta Give. Is that a description of the movie, or of Jack Nicholson's character? I'm afraid you'll have to listen to find out. If you do, you may learn the answers to many intriguing questions....
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Meyers Marathon Episode 2: What Women Want (2000)
Hello there! Episode 2 of our Meyers Marathon has dropped today, which means your two hosts have gained some exciting insight that a lot of people would love to get their hands on. That's right, we finally know What Women Want! After all these years! Listen as we work our way through this mildly...
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Meyers Marathon Episode 1: The Parent Trap (1998)
Good day! Spring approaches, and with it comes a new season of our Auteur Anthology, focusing on the one and only Nancy Meyers! Pivoting away from last year's theme of monsters, death, and depravity, we will now be engaging with the metaphorical monsters of romance and high end real estate. It's…
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 13: Frankenstein (2025)
Happy new year! Today we have a (not so) surprising bonus episode of Del Toro Discourse for you! That's right, we're saying goodbye to the monstrous creature of 2025 and welcoming in the newer, more hopeful creature of 2026, as we discuss Guillermo's new Frankenstein adaptation. Will this new…
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Monster Mash Episode 6: Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)
Season's greetings to you! It's the laziest week of the year, and what better way to spend it than by listening to the final episode of Monster Mash, featuring the Creature From The Black Lagoon (1954). He's a little funny looking, but he won't bite. Unless of course you invade his home, try to...
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Monster Mash Episode 5: The Wolf Man (1941)
Awooo! What's that? It's only the sound of the horrifying The Wolf Man (1941), being discussed today in the fifth episode of Monster Mash. Listen as we praise his furry feet and criticize his treatment of women, which is actually a lot worse than the whole wolf thing. At least there's a beautiful...
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Monster Mash Episode 4: The Invisible Man (1933)
Good end of November to you all. A winter chill has descended upon us, and wait...who's that outlined in the fog? Why, it's the Invisible Man from The Invisible Man (1933)! Come, listen as we discuss his exploits in the fourth episode of Monster Mash. He may not have super strength or the ability...
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Monster Mash Episode 3: The Mummy (1932)
It's about time for another episode of Monster Mash, this time focused on that most terrifying of spooky creatures, The Mummy (1932)! What are his powers exactly? What do mummies actually do? Why does he wait 10 years to execute his plans for no reason? Hey, stop asking logistical questions, and...
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Monster Mash Episode 2: Dracula (1931)
And we’re back with the the latest Monster Mash episode, hanging out with the one, and only Count in Dracula (1931). Listen to us chat all about why if the vibes are spooky you shouldn’t dismiss the locals’ warnings, question how the hell multiple suitors can only have one brain cell between…
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Monster Mash Episode 1: Frankenstein (1931)
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Monster Mash -- our latest "Misc. Mini-cast" series that ties nicely in with our Del Toro Discourse (if we do say so ourselves). We'll be covering iconic / classic horror Universal Monster movies, and first up is Frank in Frankenstein (1931). Listen to us…
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 12: Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchio
It's a momentous day! Episode 12 of Del Toro Discourse has gone live, and it's the final installment (for now). For this last episode, we're talking Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022), directed by Guillermo del Toro. And Mark Gustafson. Pinocchio is a new interpretation of that beloved old…
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 11: Nightmare Alley
It's time for episode 11 of Del Toro Discourse, where we'll be taking a little trip down Nightmare Alley (2021). It's a dark place full of sumptuous sets and noir lighting, with nary a happy ending to be found. There are many new faces to be appreciated, like Willem Dafoe and Cate Blanchett. And...
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 10: The Shape of Water
Del Toro Discourse has reached the double digits! It's all about The Shape of Water (2017), almost certainly the finest fishman romance of the 21st century. It's the only Best Picture winner to feature key lime pies, Soviet spies, and amphibian thighs. All this awards fuss has caused many to ask:...
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 9: Crimson Peak
Ever felt the lure of red clay or a dashing, mysterious and totally not incestuous dark-haired Englishman offering to whisk you away? Then we've got the perfect Del Toro Discourse episode for you! We'll be chatting all about the Gothic Horror / Romance, Crimson Peak (2015), starring some…
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 8: Pacific Rim
If you love robots punching monsters, then have we got the Del Toro Discourse episode for you! This week's episode, we're chatting all about Pacific Rim (2013)--a film with outrageous action, accents, and Charlies (of the Hunnam and Day variety). Also Mako Mori, our queen. Hope you enjoy!
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 7: Hellboy II: The Golden Army
In this week's episode of Del Toro Discourse we'll be covering the rare sequel follow-up, Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008). Listen to us rave over the Troll Market, and chat all tooth fairies, elementals and evil elves, oh my! But of course, it's all about Ron Perlman still kicking ass and…
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 6: Pan's Labyrinth
For this week's episode of Del Toro Discourse, we'll be covering the masterpiece that is Pan's Labyrinth (2006). Listen to an extra-long, extra special discussion as we dive into the film's exploration of fairytales, fauns, fascism and rave over (yet again) Doug Jones' dedication to his dual role...
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 5: Hellboy
For this week's episode of Del Toro Discourse we're covering another unconventional-yet-awesome superhero film, Hellboy (2004). Listen to us frantically try to remember what B.P.R.D stands for as we chat all about fabulous sets and practical effects, the first fishman of our hearts, Abe Sapien…
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 4: Blade II
They call him The Daywalker! That’s right, for this week’s episode of Del Toro Discourse, we’ll be discussing the filmmaker’s first superhero film, Blade II (2002). Listen to us briefly discuss the OG Marvel superhero and his debut film, how every superhero sequel should have a “forget what you...
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 3: The Devil's Backbone
Welcome back Loyal Listeners to another installment of Del Toro Discourse, where we'll be covering The Devil's Backbone (2001)! Listen to us discuss how to break it to an orphan that they're now an orphan, sublime ghostly designs, horrific armpit injuries, and the return of Del Toro MVP, Federico...
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 2: Mimic
Welcome back to the latest installment of Del Toro Discourse! In today’s episode, we’re discussing the filmmaker’s second film (and first / almost last American film) Mimic (1997). Listen to us chat about Bug Mama / entomologist Dr. Susan Tyler’s lack of glove etiquette, untapped monster...
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Del Toro Discourse Episode 1: Cronos
Welcome to the first official episode of our Del Toro Discourse podcast! We’re kicking it off with a bang, covering Guillermo Del Toro’s debut film, Cronos (1992)— which coincidentally is also the debut of his collaboration with Ron Perlman (who we already suspect is going to become the MVP of…
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Wachowski Watch Episode 34: The Matrix Resurrections
Wait, what’s this? We’re back? That’s right! We have revived the Wachowski Watch podcast for one last episode a la Lana Wachowski reviving Neo and Trinity for one last adventure in The Matrix Resurrections. We are delighted to return to chat about the fourth (and likely final) installment in the...
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Pirate Parley Episode 12: Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Men Tell No Tales
Welcome to our final episode for this mini-podcast series, Pirate Parley! And unless Disney has other ideas, it’s also our final discussion on the final Pirates of the Caribbean installment —Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales! Audio and technical difficulties aside, listen to us…
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Pirate Parley Episode 11: Pirates of the Caribbean - On Stranger Tides
We’ve returned back to the Pirates of the Caribbean universe with the fourth installment, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011). Listen to us discuss this oddball installment as we talk about the back to basics mantra, Barbossa with his fancy sliced apples not giving a fuck, the...
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Pirate Parley Episode 10: The Pirates of Penzance
We return with a bit of a musical shake up in our Pirate Parley podcast, The Pirates of Penzance (1983). Listen to us talk about Kevin Kline’s leather pants. There’s probably some other stuff about pirates and musicals, but let’s be real. Kevin Kline’s leather pants. Hope you enjoy (Kevin Kline’s...
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Pirate Parley Episode 9: Treasure Planet
Hello Loyal Listeners! With so many classic iterations to choose from, we finally landed on Treasure Planet (2002)! Listen to us chat about Disney’s classically maligned/under-appreciated animation box office bomb as we explore the Treasure Island storyline! In space! From throwing in a board…
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Pirate Parley Episode 8: Shipwrecked!
We’re back Loyal Listeners with a bit of an odd installment, Shipwrecked! (1990), an obscure Disney/Norwegian classic pirate adventure that’s essentially Home Alone: Tropical Island, but with a random gorilla thrown into the mix. Listen to us chat about guns made of glass, a ship captain with a...
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Pirate Parley Episode 7: Hook
Hey Loyal Listeners and welcome back to our latest Pirate Parley episode, Spielberg’s cult classic, Hook (1991). Listen to us discuss the Avengers-style team up potential between Peter Pan, Alice in Wonderland, and Christopher Robin; Hook’s confusion with procreation; Smee’s adoption plan (it...
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Pirate Parley Episode 6: The Goonies
Hey Loyal Listeners! We're back, shaking it up a bit with our latest Pirate Parley episode, The Goonies! Listen to us discuss the Fratelli's hand-blender skills, Josh Brolin's career from Baby Brand to Thanos, Mouth and his Duo Lingo prowess, Mikey's pirate fugue state of exposition, and what...
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Pirate Parley Episode 5: The Sea Hawk
We continue our streak of Errol Flynn pirate movies in today's Pirate Parley episode, The Sea Hawk! In this oar-snapping good time, listen to us chat away about the World War II pro-British politics that not-so-subtly snuck in, the return of pet monkeys (finally), the good old philosophy of a...
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Pirate Parley Episode 4: Captain Blood
Ahoy Loyal Listeners! We’re back with the black and white swashbuckling classic, Captain Blood, starring Errol Flynn and Olivia De Havilland! It’s a toe-shooting good time as we discuss the titular Australian-accented-but- still-technically-Irish doctor/pirate/captain/hero, Peter Blood! Listen to...
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Pirate Parley Episode 3: Pirates of the Caribbean - At World's End
And we’re back with our final installment in the original trilogy, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End! Listen to us ask the hard hitting questions like, “How far away is Tia Dalma’s hut from Singapore?”, “Is Hector Barbossa marriage material, or just a really bitchin’ officiant?”, “Why is...
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Pirate Parley Episode 2: Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest
And we’re back with our second Pirate Parley episode, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest! Listen to our rambling attempts to parse out the plot, James Norrington’s fabulous Aragorn makeover, and the ever-important Kraken hugs on the high seas. Hope you enjoy!
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Pirate Parley Episode 1: Pirates of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Black Pearl
Welcome to the first episode of our mini-podcast, Pirate Parley - a swashbuckling good time where we chat about random pirate movies! We set sail in our premiere episode discussing the modern classic Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. Listen to us ramble about monkey...
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Wachowski Watch Episode 33: Sense8 ~ 2.12 Amor Vincit Omnia
We did it! Welcome to the final episode of Wachowski Watch! Listen to us chat one last time (for now) about the Wachowskis as we cover the massive finale of Sense8, “Amor Vincit Omnia”. From the miracle of getting a finale, to the production cheats, and the massive Eiffel Tower wedding/dance…
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Wachowski Watch Episode 32: Sense8 ~ 2.11 You Want a War?
We’re back to discuss the original season 2 cliffhanger finale, “You Want a War?”! Listen to us discuss the apt comparison between Sun and a Terminator, the dual proposal between Nomi and Amanita, and of course WILL BEING IN THE ROOM! Hope you enjoy!
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Wachowski Watch Episode 31: Sense8 ~ 2.10 If All the World's a Stage, Identity Is Nothing But a Costume
And we return with “If All the World’s a Stage, Identity Is Nothing But a Costume”. Aka, the tenth episode for Sense8, season two. Listen to us talk about Lito’s flair bartending, Sad Will with his sad beard, and Capheus’ genuinely moving speech at his first political rally. Hope you enjoy!
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Wachowski Watch Episode 30: Sense8 ~ 2.09 What Family Actually Means
And we are back with episode nine of the second season, “What Family Actually Means”. Hear us talk Dani’s kick-ass phone call, and Nomi’s touching memory of her first birthday with her sister. Oh, and now the Joey Pants appreciation train has come to an end, so there’s that to cry to. Hope you...
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