The MovieFilm Podcast

(00:00:00) Commentary Track: The Mummy Returns (00:00:01) Welcome to the Mummy Returns Commentary (00:01:00) Setting the Stage for a Sequel (00:03:09) Support on Patreon for Ad-Free Experience (00:05:13) The Return of Rick O'Connell and Family (00:05:47) Visual Effects and Storyline Concerns (00:07:18) The Rock as the Scorpion King (00:12:24) Character Dynamics and Relationships (00:19:10) The O'Connell Family's New Life (00:21:05) The Opening Scene and Visual Effects (00:38:00) The Plot Unfolds For our latest commentary track we celebrate the 25th anniversary of 2001's The Mummy Returns, digging into a sequel bursting at the seams with early-2000s excess, dodgy CGI, and peak Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz charm. We chat about director Stephen Sommers’ go-for-broke approach, the Rock’s infamous Scorpion King debut, and whether lightning can strike twice for this adventure-horror follow-up. It’s a lively, affectionate commentary on a movie that’s equal parts spectacle, nostalgia, and beautiful chaos!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Welcome to the Show: Deep Dish Pizza & Patreon Perks (00:05:21) Revisiting Ferris Bueller, Jerry Maguire, and Fight Club on the Big Screen (00:19:16) Sydney Sweeney Controversy and the Thrills of 'The Housemaid' (00:29:11) Josh Johnson's Stand-Up and a Fresh Look at 'Gotham' (00:34:02) Unpacking the Enduring Legacy of Lorne Michaels and SNL (00:44:51) Tribute to a Comic Book and Television Writing Legend (00:49:02) Quentin Tarantino's Blessing for a Wild Crossover Sequel (00:55:11) Navigating the Streaming Wars as an 'Arms Dealer' (01:01:21) The Mandalorian & Grogu: A New Era for Star Wars in Theaters (01:18:06) Amina Reviews the Highly Anticipated Fashion Sequel (01:36:09) Initial Reactions to the Michael Jackson Biopic (01:46:51) Analyzing the Film's Portrayal and Brand Management of Michael Jackson (01:56:35) Exploring the Film's Lack of Depth and Missed Opportunities (02:04:56) Wrestling with the Controversial Figure and the Film's Impact (02:13:20) Connect with Us: Patreon, Social Media, and Show Sign-Off In this week’s show, we dig into the high-stakes Michael Jackson biopic MICHAEL, and Brian.talks THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 with Zaki's wife Amina. Plus: the new documentary about Lorne Michaels, remembering comics legend Gerry Conway, and digging into early box office tracking for THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU and what it might mean for STAR WARS on the big screen — plus more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

On this week’s episode, we’re diving into Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story — a parody so sharp it might’ve broken the entire music biopic genre. We get into John C. Reilly’s bizarrely committed performance, the all-timer Beatles sequence, and why “Let’s Duet” has no right being that catchy. Along the way, we touch on the stacked cameos, the Apatow-era writing, and how this thing still hits harder than most “serious” biopics. So strap in — and remember: you don’t want no part of this commentary track.Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Revisiting All the President's Men: A Timeless Thriller (00:05:09) How Robert Redford Shaped the Watergate Film (00:16:26) The Meticulous Craft of All the President's Men (00:45:19) Balancing Historical Fact with Cinematic Drama (00:53:44) The Importance of Institutional Separation in Journalism (01:11:13) Modern Media Challenges and the Need for Fact-Checking (01:26:21) The Changing Workflow and Discipline of Journalism (01:36:14) The Film's Commitment to Historical Events and Realism (02:00:53) Confronting Indecency and the Power of Individual Conscience (02:16:53) The Film's Timeless Message and Podcast Wrap-Up For our latest commentary track we mark the 50th anniversary of All the President’s Men, revisiting Alan J. Pakula’s classic 1976 thriller. Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the film’s meticulous reporting, Redford and Hoffman’s iconic pairing, and how a story built on phone calls and note-taking still manages to feel like one of the most gripping movies ever made, with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories and digressions along the way.Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

It's an oversized mailbag episode of MovieFilm this week as we answer a whole slew of fan questions on a whole slew of topics new and old! Plus: Reactions to THE DRAMA and THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE, more LORD OF THE RINGS on the way, discussing the trailer for HBO's HARRY POTTER series, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Initial Thoughts on the Film's Tone and Opening Sequence (00:06:32) How Lethal Weapon 3 Embraced a Lighter Tone (00:15:00) Exploring the Enduring Rapport of Riggs, Murtaugh, and Leo (00:23:22) The Evolution of the Series and Lorna Cole's Introduction (00:31:40) Lethal Weapon 3's Timely Release Amidst LA Tensions (00:41:37) The Emotional Toll of Gang Violence on Roger Murtaugh (00:54:38) The Perfect Match and the Infamous Range Rover Story (01:05:20) From Three Stooges to Father-Son Shaving Rituals (01:18:26) Carrie Fisher's Impact and Brian's Epic Graduation Story (01:33:21) Richard Donner's Action Prowess and Critical Reception (01:43:21) The Explosive Finale and Murtaugh's Retirement Decision (01:56:10) Final Thoughts, Post-Credits Surprises, and Listener Engagement We’re never too old for this! The MovieFilm boys continue our periodic journeys through the Lethal Weapon series with 1992’s Lethal Weapon 3! Listen along as we revisit Riggs & Murtaugh’s third outing, with director Richard Donner dialing up the comedy, introducing Rene Russo’s Lorna Cole, and somehow blowing up even more of Los Angeles. Along the way, we talk Joe Pesci’s return as Leo Getz, the film’s lighter tone, and where this one lands in the series as a whole.Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Hosts Discuss Busy Schedules and Recording Challenges (00:03:15) The Ongoing Pain and Resolution of Brian's Dental Issues (00:06:35) From Mid-Life Musings to Pop Culture Embarrassments (00:14:42) Deconstructing the Phoniness of Modern Influencer Culture (00:29:38) Exploring the Clever Premise of Jury Duty: Company Retreat (00:35:51) Access Ad-Free Episodes and Bonus Conversations (00:37:05) Analyzing the New Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer (00:51:05) John Krasinski Leads New Jack Ryan Ghost War Film (00:57:01) The Conclusion of Villeneuve's Dune Trilogy and Box Office Battle (01:10:40) First Impressions and Box Office Success of Project Hail Mary (01:29:05) Exploring Themes of Cooperation and Grace's Journey with Rocky (01:46:21) The Film's Positive Message and Earnest Tone (01:53:44) Final Thoughts and How to Engage with the Podcast In this episode, the MovieFilm boys buckle in and blast off for a deep dive into this week's smash hit science fiction opus PROJECT HAIL MARY! Plus: new trailers for SPIDER-MAN, DUNE, and JACK RYAN, the new season of THE BACHELORETTE implodes and we have some thoughts, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Brian's Week of Tooth Trouble and Questionable Dentists (00:06:37) Fackham Hall and Ted Season 2: Comedies and Comfort Viewing (00:16:38) Writing Assignments, World News, and Hot Toys Unplugging (00:27:49) Scream Commentary Feedback and Superman 2025 Excitement (00:38:54) Timothee Chalamet's Ballet Comments and the Outrage Cycle (00:48:22) Universal's Theatrical Window Expansion and Syndicated TV's End (01:06:38) Maggie Gyllenhaal's Frankenstein Reimagining: A Box Office Disaster (01:15:29) Overstuffed Ideas and Mary Shelley's Confusing Possession (01:30:16) Pixar's Return to Form with a Heartfelt Animated Adventure (01:38:51) Meryl Streep's Cameo and the Thrilling Third Act (01:47:19) Final Movie Thoughts and Supporting the Podcast The MovieFilm boys reconvene for in-depth discussions of last week's new releases: the Frankenstein story THE BRIDE! and Pixar's latest confection HOPPERS. Plus: Timothee Chalomet ticks off some folks on his way to Oscar night, Universal gives more time to movie theaters, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Episode Introduction and Brian's Dental Dilemma (00:02:11) Emerald Fennell's Audacious Wuthering Heights Adaptation (00:13:12) Reviewing Crime 101 and Underrated Movie Gems (00:20:01) Yellowstone's Marshals: A CBS Procedural Shift (00:24:55) The Immortal Man: A Peaky Blinders Continuation (00:29:55) Listener Mailbag: January B-Movies & Partner's Favorites (00:39:50) Listener Mailbag: Scrubs, War Games, and Al Relevance (00:46:13) Listener Mailbag: The Warner Bros. Paramount Merger (01:05:59) Scream 7: Franchise Record & Initial Impressions (01:19:33) Scream 7: Deep Dive into Spoilers and Plot Twists (01:46:03) Scary Movie 6 Trailer Reaction and Episode Wrap-Up Ghostface is back, and so are the MovieFilm boys with our spoiler-filled thoughts on the latest SCREAM thriller! Plus: quick takes on the trailer for the upcoming DC superhero series LANTERNS, WUTHERING HEIGHTS, CRIME 101, the YELLOWSTONE spinoff MARSHALS and the PEAKY BLINDERS movie! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Revisiting Wes Craven's Game-Changing Horror Classic (00:06:32) The Iconic Opening Scene and Star Power (00:13:33) Kevin Williamson's Sharp Script and 90s Dialogue (00:24:36) Dated Tech, High Schoolers, and Casting What-Ifs (00:41:35) Box Office Success and Evolving Character Bonds (01:00:54) The Iconic Mask and Genre-Redefining Rules (01:12:51) Behind the Scenes and Our Own Scream Homage (01:29:45) The Killer Reveal and Sequel's Meta-Commentary (01:43:07) Violence, Impact, and Final Thoughts on the Franchise Do you like scary movies?  For our latest commentary track we head to Woodsboro to revisit Wes Craven’s game-changing 1996 horror classic SCREAM! Listen separately or watch along as we break down the legendary Drew Barrymore opening, the “rules” that redefined the slasher genre, Ghostface’s place in horror history, and how Kevin Williamson’s razor-sharp script both celebrates and skewers everything that came before it. Along the way we dig into behind-the-scenes stories, ’90s nostalgia, franchise legacy, and plenty of laughs. Whatever you do…don’t say you’ll be right back!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Kicking Off the Episode with Weekend Stories (00:01:45) Revisiting 'The Legend of Tarzan' and its Pulp Roots (00:04:09) The Wild Tale of 'Tarzan: The Epic Adventures' (00:06:53) From Actress to Producer: Margot Robbie's Rapid Rise (00:09:36) Behind the Scenes with Top Directors at DGA Awards (00:14:29) Reviewing 'Ella McKay' and Directors' Shifting Relevance (00:19:08) How Film Tones Change: A Look at 'Blood Diamond' (00:25:55) Dwayne Johnson's Dramatic Turn in 'The Smashing Machine' (00:31:53) The Beloved 'Scrubs' Returns for a New Season (00:39:52) The Future of Star Wars and Legacy Character Challenges (00:49:20) Listener Feedback on M:I and a Blues Brothers Request (00:54:25) Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz Return for 'Mummy 4' (00:59:55) Honoring the Life and Career of James Van Der Beek (01:07:51) Celebrating the Unique Presence of Actor Tom Noonan (01:12:40) Reflecting on Eric Dane's Career and ALS Battle (01:17:07) The Enduring Legacy of the Legendary Robert Duvall (01:30:57) Final Thoughts, Listener Engagement, and Podcast Plugs In our latest episode we pay tribute to the legendary Robert Duvall, who passed away last week at age 96.  We also remember James Van Der Beek, Tom Noonan, and Eric Dane. Plus: the SCRUBS reboot, Tarzan talk, Listener Letters and more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Kicking Off Our Commentary for John Woo's Broken Arrow (00:03:50) John Travolta's Choice to Play the Over-the-Top Villain (00:11:17) How 90s Action Movies Evolved and Memorable Supporting Actors (00:24:02) Christian Slater's Journey and On-Screen Chemistry with Samantha Mathis (00:31:27) Deakins' Theme and John Woo's Distinctive Cinematic Style (00:38:48) Analyzing Broken Arrow's Action, Pacing, and Critical Reception (00:54:47) From Pulp Fiction Revival to Character Actor Roles (01:03:19) Exploring the Villain's Lack of Motivation and Classic John Woo Tropes (01:19:17) Unpacking Casting Decisions and Production Insights for Broken Arrow (01:28:20) Analyzing the Climax and Broken Arrow's Place in 90s Action (01:47:42) Final Thoughts on the Movie and How to Connect with the Podcast For our latest commentary track we mark the 30th anniversary of '90s action pic BROKEN ARROW! Ain't it cool? Listen separately or watch along as we talk through director John Woo's first pairing with John Travolta for plenty of laughs, digressions, and behind-the-scenes stories!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Welcome to the Show: Time Flies and Tiramisu (00:02:15) Winter Olympics Sketch and Re-evaluating The Legend of Tarzan (00:06:23) Mixing Truth and Fiction in Film, Plus Kermit's New Voice (00:14:28) Mel Brooks, Chevy Chase, and a Secret Mall Apartment (00:26:12) Rose Byrne's Harrowing Performance in 'If I Had Legs' (00:32:17) Fan Mail: Defending Oscar and Robin Hood's Legacy (00:48:48) A Heartfelt Tribute to the Beloved Catherine O'Hara (00:57:06) Unpacking the Oscar Nominations and Online Reactions (01:03:07) Nostalgic Return to Jurassic Park in Xfinity Ad (01:07:21) Sam Raimi's 'Send Help': A Quirky, Fun Thriller (01:22:45) Deep Dive into 'Send Help' Plot Twists and Character Morality (01:37:41) Support the Show: Patreon, Socials, and Upcoming Projects This week we dive into a spoiler-filled discussion of director Sam Raimi’s chiller SEND HELP! Plus: unpacking the Oscar noms, remembering Catherine O’Hara, Listener Letters and more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Podcast Intro, Patreon Bonus, and Wuthering Heights Book Club (00:07:24) Reviewing The RIP and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (00:25:48) Starfleet Academy and the Ever-Present Fandom Discourse (00:38:43) Listener Mail and Crafting Stories in the Star Wars Universe (00:51:53) First Look at Wonder Man and MCU's TV Strategy (01:04:32) Exploring Wonder Man's Buddy Dramedy and Grounded Themes (01:14:41) Deep Dive into Wonder Man's Spoilers and Emotional Twists (01:25:14) Wonder Man's Earned Ending and Podcast Wrap-Up (01:39:40) Final Thoughts, Listener Engagement, and Host Plugs In this week's show we unpack Marvel Studios' WONDER MAN, the delightful new miniseries now streaming on Disney+! Plus: recent watches, Listener Letters and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Diving Back into Marvel's Infinity Saga with Thor: Ragnarok (00:07:39) How Taika Waititi Redefined Thor's Comedic Tone (00:18:36) Doctor Strange, Odin's Farewell, and Ragnarok's Visual Effects (00:28:09) The Complex Brotherhood and Hulk's Gladiator Origins (00:39:25) The 'Friend From Work' Moment and Hulk's Arrival (00:51:00) Exploring Hulk's Comic History and Bruce Banner's Tragic Dilemma (01:02:50) The Comedic Chemistry of Thor and Hulk, Plus MCU Contracts (01:16:14) Jeff Goldblum's Grandmaster and MCU's Franchise Dilemmas (01:33:32) The Evolution of Loki and Asgard's Ultimate Sacrifice (01:49:13) Witnessing Asgard's Destruction and Thor's Path to Kingship (02:07:09) Final Thoughts on Ragnarok and Anticipating the MCU's Next Chapter As we begin a yearlong countdown to AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY at the MovieFilm show, we dive back into the Infinity Saga for the MCU's 17th installment, 2017's THOR: RAGNAROK! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the Thunder God's threequel, pointing out plot points, behind-the-scenes stories and lots of laughts along the way!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

In this bonus show, get our thoughts on the just-released trailer for the big-budget MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE feature film coming this summer! Does it accurately capture our childhood? How will it play to the uninitiated? We tackle these questions and more!Plus: Thoughts on the upcoming STAR WARS series featuring Darth Maul, and Zaki's dream analysis! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) From Dentist Chair to Podcast Mic: A Host's Dedication (00:04:06) Unpacking Sylvester Stallone's Unconventional Film Choices (00:11:38) A Pixar Visit Reveals 'All Out of Joy, Plenty of Anxiety' (00:16:12) Deep Dives: Beatles, Job Satire, and Life's Meditations (00:26:59) Exploring Divorce and Stand-Up in 'Is This Thing On?' (00:33:42) Bridging the Divide: Younger Generations and Classic Cinema (00:44:00) The Fading Legacies of 90s Comedy Stars (00:59:44) From Epic Sagas to Shia LaBeouf's Performance Art (01:03:08) The Shocking, Rejected Vampire Ending of 'Marty Supreme' (01:09:01) Galaxy's Edge Makeover & Lucasfilm's New Leadership (01:26:28) Gerard Butler's 'Greenland': A Surprisingly Compelling Disaster Film (01:38:32) Spoiler Discussion: 'Greenland 2' Repeats the Apocalypse (01:56:11) Final Thoughts, Listener Engagement, and Podcast Outro Lots to discuss in our first regular show of '26! STAR WARS: GALAXY'S EDGE gets a makeover! Lucasfilm is under new management! Plus: a spoiler-filled discussion of Gerard Butler's GREENLAND 2: MIGRATION, Listener Letters, Recent Releases, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

For our first commentary track of 2026 we take a fond look back at 1995's TOMMY BOY! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the gut-busting comedy classic starring SNL alums Chris Farley and David Spade, with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories and hilarious digressions! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

As a special bonus show, we hopped on mic to discuss the super-sized finale to Netflix's STRANGER THINGS. Listen for our thoughts on how the show wrapped up its ten-year run and whether we think it lived up to expectations!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

In this bonus episode, we unpack the latest trailers for AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY and the new look at Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY. Plus: reflectons on cord cutting and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Closing out with Holiday Stories and Mariah Carey Musings (00:08:48) Diving Deep into Pluribus and a Fan's Albuquerque Tour Offer (00:14:31) The Magic of The Holdovers and Stranger Things Social Media Discourse (00:22:41) Exploring Unique Premises with Dust Bunny and Eternity's Afterlife Dilemma (00:34:37) The Pit's Success and the Future of Streaming Release Strategies (00:40:46) Re-evaluating The Shining's Performances and Kubrick's Directorial Style (00:58:31) The Enduring Debate on Temple of Doom's Violence and Spielberg's Evolution (01:04:35) Avatar's Dominance and Disney's Mixed Bag of Box Office Results (01:16:25) Mission Impossible's Budget Woes and Sony's Smart Budget Wins (01:28:51) Universal's Remake Successes and Warner Bros!' Mixed Bag of Results (01:37:22) Paul Rudd and Jack Black's Anaconda Reboot: Fun, Adequate, and Disposable (01:57:11) Unpacking the Unlikable Charm and Kinetic World of Marty Supreme (02:11:48) Marty Supreme's Emotional Ending and the Pursuit of Legacy (Spoilers!) (02:21:10) Final Thoughts, Listener Engagement, and Exclusive Patreon Content The MovieFilm boys close out 2025 with a look at the winners and losers among the big Hollywood studios, plus in-depth discussions on the comedy reboot ANACONDA and the quirky drama MARTY SUPREME! Plus: Listener Letters, recent watches and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Celebrating 30 Years of Pixar's Toy Story (00:03:41) Toy Story: The First Fully Computer Animated Film (00:08:47) Tom Hanks' Brilliant Performance as Woody the Cowboy (00:14:57) The Iconic Voice Cast and Buzz's Existential Journey (00:19:48) The Genius of Randy Newman and 'Falling with Style' (00:24:35) The Early Woody-Buzz Dynamic and Character Development (00:31:24) How Pixar's 'Black Friday' Saved Toy Story (00:41:10) Navigating Pizza Planet and the Horrors of Sid's Room (00:45:20) Pixar's Camera Philosophy and Buzz's Existential Moment (00:52:51) Buzz's Breakdown and the Lightyear Movie Controversy (00:55:39) From Snappy Animation to Pixar's Evolving Legacy (01:01:05) Debating the Perfect Trilogy Versus an Ongoing Franchise (01:03:27) Reliving Childhood Play and the Toys' Unique Perspective (01:09:26) The Thrilling Climax: Sid's Plan and Falling with Style (01:19:13) The Perfect Ending and Toy Story's Enduring Quality (01:27:13) Jim Varney, Listener Memories, and Holiday Greetings Pixar's classic TOY STORY turned 30 this year, and we thought it was a perfect pick for our final commentary track of 2025! Listen separately or watch along as we regale to the first adventure of Woody, Buzz and Co. We hope you'll stick with us to infinity...and beyond!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Here are some thoughts on the first trailers for 2026's superhero opus SUPERGIRL and Steven Spielberg's alien invasion pic DISCLOSURE DAY. Plus: What is JIMMY? And the joys of physical media.Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Episode Introduction and Exciting Patreon Updates (00:03:09) Correcting Pronunciation and Revisiting Film Classics (00:09:36) Reviewing Hamnet and the Power of Sincere Films (00:17:02) Powerful Premises and Heartfelt Musical Journeys (00:26:52) Animated Fun and Post-Apocalyptic Adventures Continue (00:35:02) Noah Wyle's Career and Shifting Cultural Dominance (00:48:04) Detroiters, Dial of Destiny, and Fast Saga Debates (01:00:42) A Tribute to Buck Rogers and His Final Message (01:06:03) Reflecting on a Legend's Life and Heartbreaking End (01:15:55) Celebrating a Filmmaker's Unforgettable and Diverse Work (01:24:12) The Academy Awards' Big Leap to Digital Streaming (01:29:39) First Thoughts on James Cameron's Latest Epic (01:40:01) Exploring Emotional Impact and Visual Spectacle (01:51:53) Unpacking Spider's Unique Arc and Pandora's Air (01:55:18) Analyzing Antagonists and Complex Character Relationships (02:04:12) Discussing the Ending, Kiri's Powers, and Eywa (02:12:49) Last Thoughts on the Film and Episode Wrap-Up James Cameron's latest AVATAR epic is now in theates, and we have plenty of thoughts on FIRE AND ASH in this super-sized episode! Plus: The Oscars move to YouTube! Remembering Rob Reiner and Gil Gerard! Listener Letters! Much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Setting the Stage for the Avatar Commentary (00:02:49) Revisiting the Box Office Behemoth's Cultural Impact (00:06:18) Analyzing the Opening and Jake's Character Development (00:10:08) Why Avatar Demands a Big Screen Experience (00:12:30) The Unforgettable Villain and Immersive Pandora Experience (00:19:31) The Film's Enduring Message on Nature and Youth (00:25:57) Assessing Avatar's Visuals and Key Performances (00:28:51) The 'Avatar' Title and James Horner's Enduring Music (00:39:01) Inside Cameron's Meticulous World-Building and Filmmaking (00:51:12) The 48 FPS Controversy and Jake's Character Arc (00:58:13) Crafting the Na'vi Language and Neytiri's Portrayal (01:04:47) Unpacking Cut Scenes and the Legacy of 3D Cinema (01:15:52) The Ikran Scene and Avatar's Narrative Roots (01:20:11) Examining Hollywood's Originality and Avatar's Tropes (01:23:30) The Emotional Weight of Pandora's Destruction (01:31:37) The Villain's Role and the 'Unobtainium' Debate (01:38:47) Avatar's Environmentalism and Realistic Cinematography (01:47:27) The Power of Performance Capture in Avatar (01:55:00) James Cameron's Activism and Immersive Universe (02:04:37) The Power of Fandom and Human Connection (02:11:37) From Abyss to Avatar: Cinematic Evolution (02:15:38) Cameron's Vision: Tech, Al, and Sci-Fi History (02:23:01) The Emotional Battle and Performance Capture's Artistry (02:32:56) SNL's Papyrus Sketch and Cameron's Editing Decisions (02:41:08) Reflecting on Avatar's Unprecedented Box Office Legacy (02:48:33) Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement The MovieFilm boys traveled to Pandora for their latest commentary track, settling in for an in-depth talk-through of James Cameron's AVATAR! With the latest Na'vi sequel around the corner, we thought it was the perfect time to revisit the 2009 box office behemoth and see how well it stands the test of time!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Reflecting on a Good Year for Movies (00:03:00) Tim Robinson's Chair Company and Binge-Watching Debates (00:08:50) Mixed Feelings on the Wicked Sequel (00:12:13) Nuanced Human Drama in Sentimental Value (00:17:59) Brendan Fraser's Sweet Dramedy, Rental Family (00:23:15) Zootopia 2: A Solid and Iconic Sequel (00:26:37) The Final Season's Popularity and Mythology (00:35:20) The Importance of Googling Pop Culture Facts (00:42:38) Moana's Popularity and Filmmaking Nostalgia (00:45:38) The Evolving Look of Movies and Modern Gems (00:55:57) Our Favorite Holiday Films and New Classics (00:58:57) The Decline and Evolution of TV Opening Credits (01:03:14) The Enduring Power of Timeless Cinema (01:07:35) A Tribute to an Iconic Character Actor (01:10:43) Quentin Tarantino's Insufferable Comments on Actors (01:18:29) Donald Trump's Push for Rush Hour 4 (01:28:33) Vin Diesel's Ego and Fast & Furious Future (01:39:13) The Future of Theatrical Releases Under Netflix (01:53:56) The 50th Anniversary of Star Wars in Theaters (02:00:44) Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement 02:00:44 ... The big news this week is Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. and we have thoughts and details on this seismic news! Plus: FAST & FURIOUS problems, Donald Trump wants RUSH HOUR 4, Quentin Tarantino is a jerk, and much more! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) GoldenEye's 30th Anniversary and Bond's Evolution (00:06:03) Diving into GoldenEye: Opening Logos, Bungee Jump, Music (00:10:33) Pierce Brosnan's Journey and GoldenEye's Title Origin (00:21:21) Xenia Onatopp, ‘90s Tropes, and Movie Pacing (00:33:09) MI6, Cameos, and the Bond Identity Debate (00:45:56) GoldenEye's Lasting Effects and Bond's Reinvention (00:55:00) Q's Legacy, Felix Leiter, and Bond's Elastic Timeline (01:14:48) Trevelyan's Betrayal, Helicopter Escape, and GoldenEye 64 (01:26:50) Campbell's Action Direction and Bond's Product Placement (01:44:17) Pacing Issues, Xenia's Demise, and Trevelyan's Motivations (01:56:55) Pen Bomb, Satellite Dish Battle, and Movie Tropes (02:12:43) GoldenEye's Enduring Impact and Podcast Wrap-up The James Bond opus GOLDENEYE turns 30 this month and we thought it was a perfect time to revisit fan fave Pierce Brosnan's 007 debut! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the 1995 smash directed by Martin Campbell and examine if it still leaves us shaken and stirred!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein: Book vs. Screen & Flat Visuals (00:15:42) Vince Gilligan's Pluribus and Lanthimos's Bugonia (00:25:50) The Loss of Monoculture and Media Enshittification (00:35:57) Listener Letters: Back to the Future, Comfort Media, and VR (00:50:34) The Binge-Watching Problem with Stranger Things (00:57:12) The Michael Jackson Biopic: Legacy, Controversy, and Impact (01:15:10) Moana Live-Action Remake: Too Soon and CGI Concerns (01:23:33) Edgar Wright's The Running Man: A Flawed but Engaging Remake (01:41:51) Glenn Powell's SNL Success and Al's Deceptive Reality (01:46:15) The Charming Return of the Horsemen in Now You See Me (02:02:59) Listener Engagement, Patreon, and Podcast Plugs THE RUNNING MAN and the latest NOW YOU SEE ME heist are currently sitting atop the box office, and we have plenty of reactions to both! Plus: Listener Letters, thoughts on the trailer for the Michael Jackson bio and Disney's MOANA live action remake, and much more! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Commentary Track: The Running Man (1987) (00:05:41) Adapting Ben Richards: Book vs. Schwarzenegger's Screen Persona (00:12:09) The Troubled Production and Stephen King's Pseudonym (00:17:35) From Matte Paintings to Dystopian Reality: The Film's Foresight (00:26:42) Richard Dawson's Performance and Classic 80s Movie Tropes (00:35:12) From Running Man to American Gladiators: The Evolution of Game Show Violence (00:54:53) Memorable Stalkers, 80s Zingers, and Practical Action Effects (01:13:25) The Film's Dystopian Realities and Political Foreshadowing (01:27:00) Unpacking the Deep Fake Reveal and Media Manipulation (01:36:59) The Film's Climax, Legacy, and Podcast Wrap-up It's time to start running! With the new adaptation of Stephen King's THE RUNNING MAN in theaters now, we thought it was the perfect time to go back and talk through the original 1987 screen version starring Arnold Schwarzenegger! Listen separately or watch along as we share behind-the-scenes stories and lots of laughs along the way!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Welcome to the Show: Patreon Benefits and Episode Kickoff (00:00:48) Diving into Predator: Badlands and Box Office Buzz (00:09:10) Popcorn Buckets, Classic Horror, and Back to the Future Magic (00:21:06) Aziz Ansari's Good Fortune and Mid-Budget Film Struggles (00:26:20) The Enduring Appeal of Heist Movies and Now You See Me's Legacy (00:35:25) Why Disney Rejected the Kylo Ren Film and Star Wars' Future (00:49:14) The Future of Star Trek Beyond the Kelvin Timeline Films (00:57:46) Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz Back for a New Mummy Film (01:06:14) Is Gremlins 3 a Good Idea or Just Studio Speculation? (01:16:11) Exploring the Unique Narrative and Effects of Predator: Badlands (01:33:12) Analyzing Predator: Badlands' Plot Nuances and Franchise Potential (01:41:35) Final Thoughts, Listener Engagement, and Podcast Support The MovieFilm boys are back with an in-depth discussion of PREDATOR: BADLANDS, the 8th entry in Fox's alien hunter series! Plus: Disney's kiboshed Kylo Ren film, new MUMMY and GREMLINS sequels on the way, but no more trekking for the cast of J.J. Abrams' STAR TREK films! All that and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Happy Halloween and Wolfman Commentary Introduction (00:03:03) Unpacking Lon Chaney Jr's Iconic Wolfman Role (00:05:50) From Larry Gill to the Sympathetic Wolfman (00:11:03) Siodmak's Template for Werewolf Lore (00:17:58) Universal Monsters: From Prestige to Crossover (00:22:24) Jack Pierce's Enduring Influence on Monster Design (00:27:50) Escapism and Audience Reaction in 1941 (00:34:32) The Nuanced Father-Son Relationship (00:42:58) The Art of The Wolf Man’s On-Screen Transformation (00:50:31) From Monster to Good Guy: The Wolf Man’s Journey (00:59:31) From Gypsy Lore to Modern Monster Toys (01:09:20) The Wolf Man's Poignant Ending and Legacy Happy Halloween! Celebrate the season by listening to our commentary track for 1941's THE WOLF MAN, one of the crown jewels of Universal's Classic Monsters era! Lots of trivia and laughs as we talk through the chiller starring the iconic Lon Chaney Jr. as Larry Talbot. Needless to say, we hope to have you howling by the time it's done!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

For our latest commentary track, the MovieFilm boys are talking through 2005's KISS KISS BANG BANG. Directed by Shane Black and starring Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer, the hilarious crime caper is celebrating its 20th anniversary this week, and we have plenty of thoughts on why this overlooked gem is worthy of some Christmas cheer!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Kicking Off with Halloween Hijinks and Podcast Updates (00:03:04) Unearthing the Classic Noir 'Devil in a Blue Dress' (00:06:57) A Moving Tribute to the Beloved John Candy in '1 Like Me' (00:14:35) Channing Tatum Shines in the Melancholy 'The Roof Man' (00:19:44) Mariska Hargitay's Documentary and TV's Fading Cultural Reach (00:26:20) Jim Carrey's Resurgence and The Jetsons' Enduring Appeal (00:33:05) Listener Stories on Chinatown's Impact and Coen Brothers Favorites (00:44:57) Honoring the Iconic Movie Poster Artist Drew Struzan's Legacy (00:56:56) Celebrating the Enduring Careers of Diane Keaton and Ron Dean (01:03:52) Ocean's 14 Revival and Marvel's Innovative 'Wonder Man' Series (01:16:20) Initial Reactions to Tron: Ares' Visuals and Box Office Performance (01:24:38) Jared Leto's Arc, Performance, and Supporting Characters in Tron: Ares (01:30:52) Diving into Tron: Ares' Spoilers, Franchise History, and Future Prospects (01:46:04) Final Thoughts, Listener Feedback, and Podcast Support TRON: ARES may be dying in theaters, but that doesn't meant it didn't make for a lively conversation in this week's show! Plus: Remembering Drew Struzan and Diane Keaton, Jim Carrey becomes a(nother) cartoon character, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Greetings Programs: Setting the Stage for Tron Commentary (00:04:30) The Dazzling, Painstaking Visuals of Original Tron (00:09:16) How Tron's Unique Aesthetic Became Timeless (00:14:41) Analyzing Flynn's Arc and Disney's Risky Box Office Strategy (00:20:39) Tron's Prescient Themes and Lasting Cultural Impact (00:29:19) Unpacking Plot Holes and Jeff Bridges' Enduring Appeal (00:35:52) The Painstaking Rotoscoping and Sound Design of Tron (00:44:26) Exploring Tron's Game Mechanics and Philosophical User Concepts (00:53:05) Unpacking Flynn's User Powers and Tron's Production Challenges (01:03:11) Analyzing Flynn's Side Quests and Tron's Narrative Weaknesses (01:14:17) Exploring Missed Opportunities for Deeper Character Development (01:19:13) From Costume Challenges to Tron's Expanding Franchise Universe (01:26:35) Iconic MCP, Thrilling Disc Duels, and the Film's Resolution (01:35:25) From Simpsons Gag to Technical Marvel: Tron's Enduring Legacy (01:43:15) Sharing Your Tron Thoughts and Supporting the Podcast Greeting programs! With a brand new sequel in theaters, the MovieFilm have reconvened in the Grid to talk through the original TRON from 1982! Lots of fun and lots of laughs as we point out behind-the-scenes stories, interesting factoids and much more! We hope you'll stick with us before you say, "End of line"!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Astra Award Nomination (00:02:00) Revisiting Cinema Paradiso, Casablanca, 2001, and Chinatown (00:15:57) Intolerable Cruelty and the Airpods Theater Hack (00:22:27) Feedback on Kimmel, Trump, and Stallone's Vulnerability (00:42:18) A Rambo Prequel and Childhood Pizza Hut Memories (00:55:11) From Toxic Nostalgia to Universal Monsters and Commentary Picks (01:05:36) New Star Wars Films and the Franchise's Fading Luster (01:18:13) The Second Simpsons Movie and the Tilly Norwood Al Controversy (01:35:48) First Impressions of Paul Thomas Anderson's New Epic Film (01:52:58) Deep Dive into One Battle After Another's Characters and Politics (02:07:00) Analyzing the Car Chase, Pager Scene, and Film's Powerful Ending (02:23:35) Listener Engagement, Patreon, and Where to Find Us Online This week we unpack writer/director Paul Thomas Anderson's unlikely epic ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER, starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Plus: A new STAR WARS is coming to theaters, an A.I. actress is causing controversy, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Commentary Track: The Legend of Zorro (00:04:38) Analyzing The Legend of Zorro's Production & PG Rating (00:19:24) Deconstructing Elena's Character & Relationship Dynamics (00:29:00) The Child Actor, Rufus Sewell, and Film's Visual Style (00:39:53) Analyzing Critical Reception and Scripting the Zorro Sequel (00:47:38) The Polo Match, Stunt Work, and Film's Visual Style (00:52:19) Martin Campbell's Direction and Alejandro's Emotional Struggle (00:59:12) Exploring Zorro's Public Domain and Pinkerton History (01:07:46) Navigating Relationship Drama and Zorro's Secret Identity (01:18:25) Exploring Zorro's Public Domain and Pop Culture Connections (01:29:13) Film Pacing, Action Buildup, and Bond Director Discussion (01:34:19) The Villain Conclave and Spielbergian Filmmaking Touches (01:45:39) The Explosive Train Climax and Zorro's Identity Reveal (02:01:33) Reflecting on Zorro's Legacy and Podcast Conclusion After talking through THE MASK OF ZORRO two years ago, the MovieFilm boys are back with a brand new commentary track for its 2005 sequel, THE LEGEND OF ZORRO! Listen separately or watch along as we discuss what works for us and what doesn't in the Martin Campbell-directed swashbuckler starring Antonio Banderas and Catherine Zeta-Jones! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Ep. 326: Remembering Robert Redford (00:08:41) Revisiting Iconic Films on the Big Screen (00:23:14) A Surprisingly Fun Sequel to Spinal Tap (00:29:51) Charlie Sheen and Unknown Caller (00:47:26) Listener Letters (01:07:08) Trump’s Interference With West Point’s Tom Hanks Award (01:13:38) The Charlie Kirk Assassination and Online Polarization (01:26:14) Government Pressure on Jimmy Kimmel and Late Night (01:39:56) Conan and Letterman Speak Out on Censorship (01:49:49) Celebrating the Life and Character of Robert Redford (01:57:23) Robert Redford's Vision: Sundance and Directorial Career (02:12:38) Robert Redford's Acting, 70s Films, and Episode Wrap-Up This week the MovieFilm boys pause to pay homage to a true cinema icon on the event of his passing: Robert Redford. We memorialize the Sundance Kid on the extraordinary depth and breadth of his Hollywood career while picking some of our favorites from his lengthy catalogue. Also, Tom Hanks has been denied a West Point award and Jimmy Kimmel has been taken off the air, both at the behest of Donald Trump, and we ask: what's next? All that, plus Listener Letters, What We Watched, and more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Commentary Track: Unbreakable (00:04:07) Unbreakable’s Unique Pacing and Early Reaction (00:07:50) Analyzing Unbreakable’s Uncomfortable and Influential Train Scene (00:12:08) How Unbreakable’s Marketing Obscured Its True Superhero Nature (00:15:15) Exploring Shyamalan’s Distinctive Visuals and Thematic Reflections (00:17:47) Unpacking David Dunn’s Journey and Relationship Struggles (00:20:28) Placing Unbfeakable in the Pantheon of Early Superhero Films (00:23:25) The Nuances of David’s Marriage and Shyamalan’s Early Promise (00:25:54) The Controversial Comic Shop Scene and Deleted Fair Ride (00:29:24) Elijah’s Art Gallery Scene and Comic Book Panel Framing (00:32:49) The Heartwarming Father-Son Dynamic and Bruce Willis‘s Legacy (00:36:36) Bruce Willis‘s Transition and Unbreakable’s Visual Storytelling (00:39:05) The Mature Portrayal of David and Claire’s Rekindled Relationship (00:41:45) Unpacking the Twist and Elijah‘s Appeal as a Comic Book Villain (00:43:53) Unbreakable’s Simple Narrative and Polarizing CinemaScore Reaction (00:46:49) Elijah‘s Fragility and Joseph’s Belief in his Father‘s Strength (00:49:22) The Director’s Distinctive Dialogue and James Newton Howard‘s Score (00:53:47) David’s Growing Strength and Elijah‘s Painful Condition (00:57:09) Shyamalan‘s Recurring Themes and On-Screen Appearances (01:00:04) Discussing Tarantino‘s Comments on Shyamalan (01:03:35) The Tense Kitchen Gun Scene and Its Real Life Inspiration (01:06:52) Hidden Marvel References and Shyamalan‘s Trilogy Vision (01:10:15) David and Claire’s Relationship Deepens Amidst Life Changes (01:15:52) Unbreakable’s Enduring Legacy Beyond Initial Box Office Numbers (01:18:44) Connecting Unbreakable to Glass and the Sentryman Comic Book Parallel (01:23:25) Unbreakable’s Portrayal of Grounded, Disturbing Real-World Threats (01:26:26) The Intense Confrontation and David’s Vulnerability to Water (01:32:57) The Brutal Fight and Its Emotional Impact on David’s Family (01:35:21) David’s Family Finds Peace and His Son‘s Belief is Validated (01:42:42) Analyzing Unbreakable’s Abrupt and Polarizing Final Moments (01:52:50) Wrapping Up the Unbreakable Commentary and Podcast Farewell With this year marking its 25th anniversary, we decided to check out M. Night Shyamalan's UNBREAKABLE for our latest commentary track. Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the SIXTH SENSE director's unconventional superhero opus starring Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Ep. 325: Caught Stealing (00:00:51) Podcast Welcome and Brian’s Cord-Cutting Journey Begins (00:05:01) Brian Discovers Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (00:12:05) Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s Billion Dollar Vigor (00:15:45) Catching Up on Classic Films at Regal Cinemas (00:17:35) Exploring Unseen Classics: Paper Moon and High and Low (00:23:20) Experiencing Jaws’ 50th Anniversary in 4DX (00:30:19) Navigating DC’s Confusing New Cinematic Universe (00:39:53) Mark Ruffalo Shines in HBO’s Task Miniseries (00:45:31) Audience Feedback on Cord-Cutting and Media Overload (00:54:53) Debunking the Myth of Superman’s Box Office Flop (01:05:46) Unpacking Superman and Superhero Fatigue (01:16:53) Honoring the Life and Legacy of Graham Greene (01:19:33) Reconstructing Lost Films With Controversial A.I. Technology (01:34:48) Darren Aronofsky’s Violent Romp: A Pleasant Romp (01:56:41) Unpacking Key Plot Points and Character Arcs (02:10:35) Final Thoughts and How to Support the Podcast Summer movie season is over, but the MovieFilm boys have no shortage of topics to discuss, including an in-depth discussion of Darren Aronofsky's crime thriller CAUGHT STEALING, starring Austin Butler! Plus: SUPERMAN gets a sequel! Or not? THE MAGNIFICENT AMBERSONS gets an A.I. upgrade! Remembering Graham Greene, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Celebrating 30 Years of Clueless (00:04:16) Cher's Depth & Heckerling's Filmmaking Genius (00:09:44) From Emma to Sitcom: Amy Heckerling's Creative Process (00:16:30) From Sleeper Hit to Cult Classic: The Cast's Journey (00:24:28) Navigating Teen Life with Clueless's Positive Spirit (00:32:19) Clueless's Ageless Charm & 90s Pop Culture (00:39:01) Unwanted Advances & Cher's Robbery: The Party Scene (00:55:53) From Dance Floors to Casting Calls: The Movie's Vibe (01:04:17) Pop Culture Nods & Cher's Personal Evolution (01:09:26) Freeway Fears, Empty Malls, and Cher's Jealousy (01:16:14) Driving Tests, Family Bonds, and Emma's Enduring Influence (01:31:02) From Dreamy Heartthrob to Hilarious Superhero (01:38:46) The Movie's Timeless Appeal & Future Adaptations Did you think we'd miss the 30th anniversary of CLUELESS? As if! Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the '90s teen fave directed by Amy Heckerling and starring Alicia Silverstone and Paul Rudd. We hope you'll enjoy this one and it won't leave you saying, "Whatever!"Listen ad-free at our Patreon! patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcastListen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Ep. 324: Nobody 2 (00:03:36) What We Watched (00:24:44) Listener Letters (00:46:52) Headlines (01:20:24) Nobody 2 Review It's the dog days of August, but that doesn't mean there aren't butts waiting to be kicked, and that's where the Bob Oedenkirk sequel NOBODY 2 comes in! We enjoyed the first adventure of certified bad ass Hutch Mansell three years ago, but does the follow-up have the same punch (and kick)? Listen in to hear our thoughts. Plus: Remembering Jim Lovell and Terence Stamp, Listener Letters and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

As has become a late summer tradition here at the MovieFilm Podcast, we hopped on mic to talk through another TERMIMATOR sequel! This time out it's TERMINATOR GENISYS in the barrel, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Despite a game performance from returning star Arnold Schwarzenegger, we weren't big fans of this one when it first hit theaters, but has the intervening decade softened our views? You'll have to check it out to find out, either by listening separately or watching along with us!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Marvel's first family is back in THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS, and Liam Neeson is picking up where Leslie Nielsen left off in the new THE NAKED GUN! The MovieFilm boys chime in with their thoughts on both big budget reboots, plus quick takes on THE BEAR, FREAKIER FRIDAY, Ice Cube's WAR OF THE WORLDS and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

The NAKED GUN legacy sequel is in theaters today, but it's not like we needed a reason to revisit the raucous original from 1988. Listen separately or laugh right along with as as we talk through the Leslie Nielsen comedy classic based on the short-lived TV series POLICE SQUAD!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Commentary Track: Fantastic Four (2005) (00:06:44) Dissecting the Fantastic Four’s On-Screen Personalities (00:19:14) How the Film Captures (or Misses) the Comic Book Spirit (00:29:13) Unpacking the Visuals and Narrative Gaps of the Film (00:44:37) The Long Journey and Missed Potential of the Fantastic Four (00:59:06) Examining the Unconvincing Relationships and Story Beats (01:12:54) Why the Main Antagonist Falls Short of Expectations (01:30:09) The Action-Packed Finale and Its Lasting Impressions (01:45:36) From 2005’s Charm to 2015’s Unmitigated Disaster A new FANTASTIC FOUR is in theaters today, and we thought it was a perfect time to dip into the archives and revisit the one from 2005. It was a simpler time, when budgets were lower, needle drops were more plentiful and the MCU was still three years away, but there's still some charm in this mid-aughts Marvel movie. Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the Tim Story-directed superhero opus starring Ioan Gruffud, Jessica Alba, Michael Chiklis and a pre-Captain America Chris Evans! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Check out this bonus episode from our Patreon feed as we unpack SUPERMAN's boffo box office, talk about the ominous feelings surrounding CBS' cancellation of THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT and make sport of folks paying exorbitant scalper prices for Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY a whole year before its release, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Intro (00:02:55) What We Watched (00:29:24) Listener Letters (00:41:10) Superman review (01:04:29) Superman Spoilers The world's greatest hero is flying high atop the box office, and we've got an in-depth discussion going into the inner-workings of SUPERMAN! What did we think of James Gunn's big budget reboot starring David Corenswet as our newest Superman? You'll have to listen in to hear our thoughts!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Superman has returned to the movies, so we thought it was a perfect time to revisit 2006's SUPERMAN RETURNS! The Bryan Singer-directed superhero sequel was meant to revitalize the Man of Steel's movie fortunes in the mid-aughts, but it failed to take flight, leading to nearly two decades of studio indecision. We certainly have some thoughts on this would-be-epic, from its fraught production history to its eventual evaluation, and we go through it all in this extended conversation, which you can listen to on its own or while watching along with us!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

(00:00:00) Intro (00:02:00) What we watched (00:24:04) Listener Letters (00:47:17) Headlines (01:20:23) Jurassic World Rebirth (01:42:56) Spoilers JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH is breaking records at the box office, and we have plenty of thoughts on Universal's latest dino-adventure! Plus: Michael Bay plots a TRANSFORMERS return, remembering Michael Madsen and Julian McMahon, and much more!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

There's a new JURASSIC WORLD movie in theaters this week,and the MovieFilm boys hopped on mic to talk through the 2015 franchise reboot. Listen separately or watch along as we point out behind-the-scenes stoiries and make plot observations about the Chris Pratt dinosaur adventure!Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast