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The Backseat Critics
by The Backseat Critics: Movie Reviews
Welcome to The Backseat Critics – the family-friendly movie review podcast where we watch the movies you probably shouldn’t! Join hosts RJ and Andrew as they dive into forgotten flops, cult classics, and cinematic disasters with sharp banter and unexpected insights. Every week, they ask the real question: Why was this even made? 🎙️ New episodes every Thursday 📍 Based in Portland, OR 📩 [email protected] 📸 Follow us on Instagram @thebackseatcritics If you love roasting bad movies or rediscovering ridiculous ones from your childhood, hop in the backseat and buckle up.
Episodes
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Space Jam: A New Legacy - Featuring Play No Games
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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The Dark Crystal (1982)
Send us Fan Mail With RJ out this week, returning guest Andrew steps in as we dive into Jim Henson’s 1982 fantasy classic, The Dark Crystal. We're talking puppets, world-building, and the strange, and absurd tone that makes this movie so wild. Whether this is your first time watching it, or you...
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How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Austin Powers feat. Jordan from Beach Bums Never Die
Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re joined by Jordan — founder of Beach Bums Never Die — to revisit Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery. We talk bad teeth, groovy fashion, the surprisingly smart dumb humor, and whether Mike Myers’ spy spoof still holds up in 2024. 🎙️ New episodes every...
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Spy Kids (2001)
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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The Goonies (1985) ft. Beach Bums Never Die
Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re joined by the founder of California lifestyle brand Beach Bums Never Die and the founder of City Apparel and Designs to revisit one of the most beloved adventure films of all time — The Goonies. We dive into the nostalgia and what it was like growing up with this...
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Wee Sing in Sillyville (1989)
Send us Fan Mail This week The Backseat Critics reviewing a movie half of us didn't know existed - Wee Sing in Sillyville (1989). It's a bright, colorful, musical kids film about.... colors.... community..... and a talking trash heap? We're just as confused as you are. Join us as we break down…
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Heavy Weights feat. Tay
Send us Fan Mail This week The Backseat Critics diving belly-first into Heavyweights—the 1995 cult classic that made Camp Hope unforgettable. Portland’s own movie nerds are joined by special guest Tay from the Play No Games podcast to unpack body image, Ben Stiller’s villain arc, and why this…
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Decendents 4 (2024)
Send us Fan Mail This week, The Backseat Critics return to one of our original guilty pleasure franchises with Descendants 4 (2024) — the fourth entry in Disney’s teen villain-sploitation saga. Join RJ and Andrew as they break down horrible wigs, confusing classic Disney character choices, and…
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Return to Oz (1985)
Send us Fan Mail What if The Wizard of Oz had what we all wanted? Less singing and more electroshock therapy? This week, we take a trip back to the Land of Oz with Return to Oz - the 1985 sequel no one asked for. We discuss wheeler gangs, talking chickens, and why Princess Mombi has a walk-in...
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Scooby-Doo (2002)
Send us Fan Mail What if you could relive your childhood adventures with Scooby-Doo? Join us as we stroll down memory lane, revisiting the 2002 "Scooby-Doo" film that captured our imaginations in the early 2000s. From watching it in segments during school recesses to experiencing it on the big...
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Western Conference Finals Controversy: Reexamining Game Six (2002)
Send us Fan Mail Can controversial officiating truly alter the course of a game? Join us on this week's episode of the Backseat Critics as we reexamine the dramatic fourth quarter of the 2002 Western Conference Finals Game Six. We break down every contentious call, from the illegal screen to the...
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The Last Witch Hunter (2015)
Send us Fan Mail Can Vin Diesel's immortal witch hunter really save the day, or is the plot just as cursed? Join us as we kick off with a hilarious yet critical review of "The Last Witch Hunter." We uncover everything from the witch queen's outrageous claims about the Black Plague to the puzzling...
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Rampage (2018)
Send us Fan Mail Buckle up for a monster-sized episode of Backseat Critics, where Andrew and I, RJ, dive headfirst into the chaos of "Rampage." Without missing a beat, we debate the heavy-hitting presence of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and whether adding Charlize Theron to the mix could've turned…
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Avengers: Grim Time War Review and Fairytale Madness
Send us Fan Mail Ever imagine Kevin Hart donning Snow White's iconic dress or Jack Black swinging Red Riding Hood's basket? That's the sort of hilarity you'll encounter as we, your irreverent guides RJ and Andrew from Backseat Critics, celebrate the riotous "Avengers: Grim Time War." Our latest...
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Pluto Nash (2001)
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what would happen if Eddie Murphy had skipped "The Adventures of Pluto Nash"? We've got you covered! Join us as we put Eddie Murphy's filmography under the microscope, starting with the laughably ambitious flop "The Adventures of Pluto Nash." We crack jokes about...
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Freaky Friday (2003)
Send us Fan Mail These week are are diving into an early 2000s classic: FREAKY FRIDAY?! Will they get freaky? No. But it's worth a listen just in case. Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter....
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Planet of the Apes (2001)
Send us Fan Mail This week we are diving in on a remake of a classic: Planet of the Apes! Directed by Tim Burton, released in 2001. Is this movie too bananas for us? Let's find out on this weeks movie review. Movie stars: Mark Wahlberg Helena Bonham Carter Tim Roth Estella Warren Paul Giamatti...
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Small Soldiers (1998)
Send us Fan Mail 00:00 Intro 03:05 Minute Summary 04:44 If an alternative toy came to life 10:09 Small Soldier movie discussion 51:19 Final Thoughts Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter.…
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Ghostbusters (1984)
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Kung Fu Panda (2008)
Send us Fan Mail This week we are diving into Kung Fu & Animation as we take a measured look at Kung Fu Panda from 2008. Is this a staple Dreamworks movie? Does it hold up against the test of time? Does it work as a good intro to kung fu movies? Join us as we dive into these questions and more on...
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Labyrinth (1986)
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Dune (1984)
Send us Fan Mail What are we dune in this episode? We're reviewing DUNE! But really, we are. Just the 1984 dune starring Kyle Maclachlan, Francesca Annis, Patrick Stewart and Sting, directed by big hitting director: David Lynch. Is this movie good? Does it hold up to the test of time? Do those...
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Pokemon: The First Movie
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Death Race 2000
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995)
Send us Fan Mail This week the critics dive into this nostalgia laden action/adventure from the 90s. Do the Power Rangers hold up well over time? Or does it all fall flat? I don't know. But listen to find out for sure: 00:00 - Intro 06:45 - 1 minute summary 08:03 - background on the movie 10:16 -...
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Mom & Dad Save the World (1992) - ft. Josh
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Tammy and the T-Rex
Send us Fan Mail Today we are reviewing the 1994 comedy sci-fi: Tammy and the T-Rex. Starring Denise Richards as Tammy, and Paul Walker as the T-Rex. Listen to our honest review now! 00:00 Beach Bums Never Die & intro 05:30 - Summary 09:52 - Caterpillars (the insects) 13:49 - We finally talk…
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Spice World (1997)
Send us Fan Mail Strap in folks - we're going straight back to the 90s to visit on this band, which withstood the test of time: The Spice Girls. This is their feature length debut, with a hopeful sequel coming up, introducing the Spicimatic Universe. Maybe this time it'll be written by Jon…
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Captain Eo - a 15 minute movie starring Michael Jackson?!
Send us Fan Mail Join us this week as we talk Bon Jovi, Pez and Michael Jackson. This movie first appeared in 1986 at Disneyland as part as an all immersive cinematic event to draw the crowds in. While we may be missing the immersion - we watched this movie! Support the show Hosted by Andrew and...
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Dragonball: Evolution (2009) - featuring the Play No Games Podcast!
Send us Fan Mail We're back at it again! This year we brought on Mr. Bob & Cas from the Play No Games Podcast to review the 2009 classic: Dragonball: Evolution. We talk about our favorite high school parties in DBZ, using bodies as a bridge across lava and stray dogs! Check out the Play No Games...
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Santa Clause Conquers the Martians (1964)
Send us Fan Mail Let's go! This movie is a classic schlocky holiday movie since 1964. Want to know who would win? Santa or Martians? Is the title true? What is this movie about? Is it as bad as we thought? Find out the answers to these and more in this new episode from the Backseat Critics: Movie...
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Naughty Nine (2023)
Send us Fan Mail 06:10 - Do heist movie tech specialists all DIE?! 08:56 - Immediately a problem with this movie 09:42 - ELF PARTY 18:43 - Santa’s Cult 20:59 - More Plot Holes, and Boa Constrictors 25:19 - Final Thoughts Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review...
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The Grinch (2001)
Send us Fan Mail Join us this week for 2000’s The Grinch? Is it good? Is it bad? Does it even matter? We dive in to find out if this is even a Christmas classic. Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered...
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Batman Returns (1992) ft. Jimmy
Send us Fan Mail 10:06 - Summary 11:50 - Who was the better kisser? Michael Keaton v. Michelle Pfeiffer 15:00 - How did we feel about Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman? 22:14 - WHAT? Moments 41:20 - Final Thoughts Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast…
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Jim Henson's Turkey Hollow
Send us Fan Mail Hey there, movie buffs! Grab your corn because in this episode, we're gobbling up Jim Henson's "Turkey Hollow." Join us for a ride through this corn filled world, filled to the edge with corny creatures and the kids movie classic: DIVORCE. We'll be dishing out laughs as we chat...
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Free Birds (2013)
Send us Fan Mail 00:00 - Intro & News (people defecating in line at Disneyland) 08:22 - We FINALLY talk movie 15:55 - The Official Snack of The Backseat Critics 16:53 - Dating tips 19:37 - MORE Free Birds 21:30 - No Wildlife 30:00 - Final Thoughts Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this...
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Kazaam ft. Arthur
Send us Fan Mail 00:00 - Intro & Arthur 06:45 - Shaq on his off-time 09:12 - News - Disney's live action Snow White 13:57 - One minute summary 15:00 - Let's just talk about this movie 26:50 - What?! Moments 39:40 - What would you do with a genie? 51:50 - Final Thoughts Support the show Hosted by...
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Mom's Got a Date with a Vampire (2000)
Send us Fan Mail Cas from Play No Games is joining The Backseat Critics to sink our teeth into "Mom's Got a Date with a Vampire" (2000) this week. We'll dissect this fang-tastically cheesy family comedy and see if it's more laughable than lovable. Join us for a vampiric critique that's worth...
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Five Nights at Freddy's (2023) - the movie that broke the critics
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Backseat Critics, the best Portland based movie review podcast, we explore the bonkers universe where animatronics come to life and start killing people at "legally not Chuck-e-Cheese". Our hosts tackle the FNAF film with ridiculous theories, animatronic...
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Halloweentown (1996) - We go on location!
Send us Fan Mail Well, this week on The Backseat Critics: Movie Review Podcast, we're in for a real treat as we summon the ghost of '90s made-for-TV movies with "Halloweentown" (1996). Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the mystical land of comically absurd creatures and low-budget…
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Color Out of Space
Send us Fan Mail Today we are talking the 2019 Lovecraftian sci-fi/horror: Color Out of Space, starring Nicholas Cage and some llamas! 00:00 - Intro/News 09:29 - One Minute Summary/Overview 13:34 - Characters 21:03 - Scenes 29:38 - Top Mutations 39:24 - Final Thoughts Support the show Hosted by...
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Don't Look Under the Bed (1999)
Send us Fan Mail Support the show Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for...
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Freddy vs. Jason: A Masterpiece of Cinematic Excellence
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Backseat Critics the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cinematic "genius." Join us as we dissect every glorious moment of this masterpiece, from its over-the-top kills to its dramatic showdown between two of the most iconic villains in horror history....
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Fast 10: What plot development?
Send us Fan Mail Hold onto your steering wheels, folks, because Fast 10 is here to push the boundaries of logic and storytelling like never before! Vying for that Oscar. Get ready for a turbocharged overdose of numbing plot twists, plot holes big enough to drive a tank through, and characters…
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TMNT: Mutant Mayhem - The Cinematic Gem We All Deserve
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Backseat Critics featuring Jordan from Beach Bums Never Die, we take on the wildly entertaining world of "TMNT: Mutant Mayhem." As we break down the film's over-the-top action sequences, quirky characters, and unique humor, we can't help but chuckle at the...
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Elemental: A Stroll Through Pixar's Oopsie-Daisy
Send us Fan Mail Well, well, well, brace yourselves for a truly "elemental" experience in this episode. Pixar's "Elemental" is here to dazzle us with its groundbreaking take on, you guessed it, the elements! Get ready for a rollercoaster as we dissect the film's remarkable ability to turn…
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Putting the Brakes on Fast Saga: A Candid Dissection
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another episode of The Backseat Critics, where we take a deep dive into the world of "meh" cinema and dissect the blockbusters with unfiltered honesty. In this episode, we're strapping ourselves in for a bumpy ride as we rev up our engines to discuss the…
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Ghostly Glamour & Grave Review: Haunted Mansion (2023) Unveiled!
Send us Fan Mail Prepare to be transported into a world where the past and present collide, and where the spirits of the mansion hold more than just memories. Join us on this spectral journey as we offer our unfiltered opinions, reviews, and final verdict on "Haunted Mansion" (2023). Whether…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Backseat Critics – the family-friendly movie review podcast where we watch the movies you probably shouldn’t!
Join hosts RJ and Andrew as they dive into forgotten flops, cult classics, and cinematic disasters with sharp banter and unexpected insights. Every week, they ask the real question: Why was this even made?
🎙️ New episodes every Thursday 📍 Based in Portland, OR 📩 [email protected] 📸 Follow us on Instagram @thebackseatcritics
If you love roasting bad movies or rediscovering ridiculous ones from your childhood, hop in the backseat and buckle up.
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The Backseat Critics: Movie Reviews
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Welcome to The Backseat Critics – the family-friendly movie review podcast where we watch the movies you probably shouldn’t! Join hosts RJ and Andrew as they dive into forgotten flops, cult classics, and cinematic disasters with sharp banter and unexpected insights. Every week, they ask the real...
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