Movie Matters

In this episode, Kevin and Jake explore Charlie Chaplin's iconic 1940 film 'The Great Dictator,' discussing its historical context, production details, and lasting impact. They analyze the film's humor, political satire, and the powerful final speech, highlighting Chaplin's genius and the film's relevance today.

In this episode, Kevin and Jake explore the timeless classic 'Witness for the Prosecution,' discussing its storytelling, performances, and impact on film history. They delve into the film's clever plot twists, character dynamics, and the brilliance of Billy Wilder's direction.

Dystopia never looked this weirdly beautiful.This week we dive into Brazil (1985) — bureaucracy, dreams, and chaos collide.Is it genius, madness… or both?

This week on Movie Matters, we dive into Escape from New York (1981) — John Carpenter’s gritty, weird, B-movie blend of action and dark comedy. Low-budget vibes, high-concept chaos, and one seriously iconic antihero.

Explore the intricate details of Blade Runner 2049, from its themes of humanity and identity to its stunning visuals and production design. Dive into the creative choices, character arcs, and behind-the-scenes insights that make this film a modern sci-fi masterpiece.

Explore the intricate themes, time travel paradoxes, and behind-the-scenes trivia of the cult classic film 12 Monkeys, featuring insights from Kevin and Jake.

In this episode, Kevin and Jake analyze the film 'No Country for Old Men,' exploring its themes, characters, and cinematic techniques. They delve into the performances, symbolism, and the Western influences that make this movie a modern classic.

The film 'The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford' is a cinematic exploration of the infamous outlaw Jesse James, directed by Andrew Dominik and featuring standout performances by Brad Pitt and Casey Affleck. In this episode, we will explore the rich themes, character dynamics, and historical context of the film, providing viewers with a deeper understanding of its narrative and significance.

In this episode, Kevin and Jake explore classic films, focusing on 'The Treasure of Sierra Madre,' discussing its themes, production trivia, and the impact of old movies on modern cinema. They delve into character analysis, filmmaking techniques, and the lessons about greed and human nature.

Join us as we delve into the themes, characters, and filmmaking brilliance of the acclaimed Western film 'Unforgiven'. We explore its moral complexity, character arcs, and the subversion of traditional Western tropes, offering insights into why it's considered a masterpiece.

Join us as we explore the legendary film 'The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly,' its impact on Western cinema, and the fascinating trivia behind its production. Discover how this iconic movie redefined the genre and influenced filmmakers like Tarantino.

Jake and Kevin explore the classic film Gaslight (1944) and its impact on psychological manipulation, gaslighting terminology, and film history.

In this episode, Jake and Kevin dive deep into the haunting psychological thriller The Machinist (2004). They unpack Christian Bale’s unforgettable transformation and explore how the film uses insomnia, paranoia, and fractured reality to examine the crushing weight of guilt.

In this episode, Kevin and Jake delve into the psychological thriller 'Shutter Island,' directed by Martin Scorsese. They explore the film's intricate themes of guilt, denial, and trauma, while analyzing the character development of Teddy, played by Leonardo DiCaprio. 

In this episode of Movie Matters, hosts Kevin and Jake delve into the iconic film Fight Club, discussing its themes, characters, and cultural impact.

In this episode, Kevin and Jake delve into the classic film 'The Departed', directed by Martin Scorsese. They discuss the film's significance as it turns 20 years old. They also explore character development, particularly focusing on the performances of Leonardo DiCaprio and Matt Damon, and how actors evolve in Hollywood.

In this episode of Movie Matters, hosts Kevin and Jake dive deep into Guy Ritchie's 2000 film, 'Snatch'. They discuss the film's comedic elements, he film's narrative structure, and explore the various character arcs and running gags that make the film a cult classic.

What a lovely day indeed. Jake and Kevin review one of the best action movies of recent times and of all time, 'Mad Max Fury Road' from 2015. How can you top this movie?

Jake and Kevin start off the new year reviewing Christopher Nolan's 2010 film, 'Inception'. Is it all a dream? Find out now on Movie Matters!

We were supposed to do another "Bad 80s Movie" but instead we chose to do our year in review. We discuss our Top 5 and Bottom 5 movies of the year. What were your favorites from the year?

'Mommie Dearest' poses a lot of questions. Is it truly a bad movie? Is Faye Dunaway overacting? Are biopics boring and have no rewatch value? Find out on our latest episode where we answer these questions!

Bad 80s movies continues with the film that marked the death of the "New Hollywood" era. 'Heaven's Gate' changed the course of the movie industry. Was that a good thing or a bad thing? Is the movie misunderstood like the others we have done this month? Find out on our latest episode!

"Bad" 80s movies continue this month with the 1986 Marvel film, 'Howard the Duck'. I mean, c'mon how bad could a movie about a talking duck really be?

December brings "bad 80s movies" month. We watch some notoriously bad movies from the 80s , starting with the 1987 film, 'Ishtar'. Is 'Ishtar' really bad? It has a 4.7 rating on IMDB. Find out our thoughts now!

We end Hong Kong/Chinese action films with a bang. John Woo goes all out on action in this 1989 flick, 'The Killer'. Check out our thoughts on the hyper violent classic now!

Jake & Kevin continue with Chinese cinema; well, sort of. John Carpenter's 1986 cult classic 'Big Trouble in Little China' pays homage to Hong Kong cinema. Check out the review now!

Hong Kong 80s action continues this month with a classic from John Woo, 'A Better Tomorrow'. Check out our review now!

November is all about Chinese action cinema from the 80s.We start off with Jackie Chan's 'Police Story' from 1985. Get ready for a month of ass kicking movies!

The last episode for horror month. Did we go out with a banger? Check out our thoughts on the cult slasher, 'Sleepaway Camp' from 1983 now.

Jake and Kevin review another classic horror franchise that started in the 80s, 'Hellraiser'. The 1987 film was made on an incredibly small budget, but you would never guess it based on the make up and practical effects work! Check out our thoughts now!

A slasher, detective, horror movie with Bruce Campbell, sounds like a recipe for success. But is it? Find out on the latest episode where Jake and Kevin review the 1988 film, 'Maniac Cop'.

Slasher October starts out with a film that helped make the genre become legendary. 'Friday the 13th' from 1980, is a classic that didn't include the iconic villain, "Jason". Does the first movie live up to the legacy of the series? Find out on our new episode of Movie Matters.

Another 80s Cronenberg movie review. Jake and Kevin talk about 'Videodrome' from 1983, directed by David Cronenberg.

Jake and Kevin review the cult film, 'The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension' from 1984. With a name like that, could it be an amazing movie? Find out now on Movie Matters!

Jake and Kevin talk about the controversial 1983 film, 'Twilight Zone: The Movie'. Directed by some of the all time greats, John Landis, Joe Dante, Steven Spielberg, and George Miller, is this film a worthy 80s film?

The guys discuss Streets of Fire, the action/musical from 1984

The guys discuss the Sean Penn-led film, Bad Boys, about the juvenile detention system

Chuck Norris stars in this action thriller about a group of terrorists launching an invasion of America

Schwarzenegger stars as a small town sheriff that gets wrapped up in fighting the Chicago mob in this 1986 action/crime flick

The guys discuss Code of Silence, the Chicago cop movie starring Chuck Norris from 1985

The guys discuss the 1988 Eddy Murphy-led comedy, Coming To America, directed by John Landis

The guys celebrate their 100th episode talking about Terminator 2: Judgement Day, starring Arnold schwarzenegger and directed by James Cameron

The guys discuss E.T. from 1982, starring Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore, and directed by Steven Spielberg

The guys discuss the 1980 sequel Superman II, with Christopher Reeve reprising his role as the titular Superman

Blockbuster month! Jake and Kevin talk about one of the best sequels of all time, Star Wars Empire Strikes back from 1980. Is it the best sequel of the 80s? Check out our latest episode to find out our thoughts and fun trivia on the classic!

The guys discuss the Director's Cut of the 1981 U-Boat film, Das Boot, directed by Wolfgang Petersen

The guys discuss the 1987 Spielberg-directed war film, Empire of the Sun, about the Japanese invasion of Singapore. Starring John Malkovich and Christian Bale.

The guys are joined by Daniel again to discuss the 1985 foreign anti-war film, Come and See, about a boy's odyssey through Nazi-occupied Belarus in 1942

The guys discuss the 1980 film, The Big Red One, starring Lee Marvin, Mark Hamill, and Robert Carradine

Jake and Kevin discuss another Scorsese film, The Color of Money. Starring Tom Cruise and Paul Newman, it's a sequel to The Hustler that Newman starred in from 1961