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Welcome to Box Office Brunch, where we recap and review all kinds of films, shorts, and TV shows while we drink mimosas and eat brunch! Join us every other Sunday as we dive into a new fun filled episode!

David & Rita


    • Dec 17, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 52 - Home Alone (1990)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2023 45:10


    Home for the holidays or Home Alone? Find out on this episode of Box Office Brunch

    Episode 51 - Die Hard (1988)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 38:46


    Is Die Hard really a Christmas movie? Find out what we think and more on this week's episode of Box Office Brunch!

    Episode 50 - Krampus (2015)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 64:29


    Have you been naughty or have you been nice? Krampus is coming to town so you better think twice! Is he bringing coal or something much worse? Tune in now to find out as Rita and David discuss this Holiday Horror movie!

    Episode 49 - Cursed (2005)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 56:55


    Have you ever heard of this movie by the iconic horror duo of Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson? Tune in now to find out why so many people haven't as Rita and David discuss if this films production really was Cursed!

    Episode 48 - Donnie Darko (2001)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 56:14


    Join us as Rita and David go back in time and attempt to unravel the mysteries of the 2001 cult classic Donnie Darko!

    Episode 47 - Halloweentown (1998)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 51:09


    Halloween is cool! Wouldn't it be even cooler if there was a whole town based on it? We think so. Tune in now as we kick off our 2023 Halloween season with this DCOM classic!

    Episode 46 - My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2023 59:09


    The finale of our RomCom Season is finally here and we saved the biggest, loudest, and merriest movie for last! Tune in now to see what we have to say about 2002's My Big Fat Greek Wedding!

    Episode 45 - Never Been Kissed (1999)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 99:16


    Do you remember your first kiss? Would you go back to high school if you had the chance? Tune in as we discuss these questions and this 90s classic with a special guest on this episode of Box Office Brunch!

    Episode 44 - Empire Records (1995)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 51:14


    Happy Rex Manning Day!

    Episode 43 - 27 Dresses (2008)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2023 56:31


    How many dresses is too many dresses? Is 27 the perfect amount of dresses? Find out the answers to these questions and more this week as Rita and David discuss this charming RomCom in this weeks Box Office Brunch!

    Episode 42 - 13 Going on 30 (2004)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2023 56:05


    This week Rita and David are going back in time...then forwards in time to find out what happens when your wishes do come true in this episode on 2004's 13 Going on 30! Tune in now!

    Episode 41 - How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 68:32


    First, 10 things to hate and now 10 days to lose a guy? What's next? Don't miss this episode or you might not learn How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days!

    Episode 40 - 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 103:15


    Welcome back to another season of Box Office Brunch! This time we're talking about 10 Things I Hate About You and kicking off a new season all about Romantic Comedies. Tune in now!

    Episode 39 - Jumanji (1995)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 62:08


    The final episode of our first season has arrived, and we are reviewing a classic...JUMANJI. Make sure when you finish the episode, you remember to yell Jumanji, or you might end up with a stampede in your backyard!

    Episode 38 - Good Will Hunting (1997)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 57:01


    Good Will Hunting is a classic drama film that tells the story of a young man named Will Hunting, played by Matt Damon, who works as a janitor at MIT and secretly possesses a genius-level intellect. When he is discovered by a professor, played by Stellan Skarsgård, and a therapist, played by Robin Williams, Will is forced to confront his troubled past and the emotional barriers that have kept him from fulfilling his potential. Join us as we touch on the exploration of love, loss, and self-discovery, and some truly incredible performances.

    Episode 37 - Bicentennial Man (1999)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 45:58


    In this episode of Box Office Brunch, we delve into the 1999 sci-fi drama Bicentennial Man, directed by Chris Columbus and starring Robin Williams and Sam Neill. Throughout the episode, we share our favorite scenes and quotes from the movie and discuss how it has aged since its release over two decades ago. We also touch on some of the behind-the-scenes trivia and controversies surrounding the film's production and reception. Whether you're a fan of sci-fi, Robin Williams, or thought-provoking stories about what it means to be human, this episode is sure to spark your imagination and engage your mind. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and join us for a deep dive into Bicentennial Man.

    Episode 36 - Hook (1991)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 132:55


    Welcome back to our movie review podcast! Today, we're taking a trip down memory lane to revisit the 1991 classic, Hook, starring the late Robin Williams as Peter Banning. This family adventure film follows the story of a grown-up Peter who has forgotten his childhood as Peter Pan and must return to Neverland to save his children from the clutches of Captain Hook, played by the iconic Dustin Hoffman. Join us and our special guest as we dive into the world of Neverland and explore the themes of family, growing up, and the power of imagination. We'll discuss the performances of Williams and Hoffman, as well as the supporting cast including Julia Roberts as Tinker Bell and Bob Hoskins as Smee. We'll also take a closer look at the film's production design, special effects, and soundtrack, all of which contribute to the film's timeless appeal. From the colorful costumes to the whimsical score, Hook continues to captivate audiences of all ages. So, grab some popcorn and join us for a trip to Neverland in our review of Hook!

    Episode 35 - The Birdcage (1996)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2023 58:23


    Oh dear, someone is getting married...and someone has to dress in drag in reverse! In this film, Robin Williams, along with a brilliant cast, tell the story of a drag club owner and his husband as they navigate meeting their son's future in-laws! It's hilarious and fun, and as usual, David and Rita go off topic!

    Episode 34 - Death To Smoochy (2002)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2023 72:20


    In this episode, we learn that you can't change the world but you can make a dent! We also ramble A LOT in this one, so hang tight as we explore one of Robin Williams' rather unknown films!

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    Episode 33 - Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 63:24


    No fake disguises here! We are back with our FIRST THEMED SEASON. This Season features....*Drum roll* beloved Robin Williams films. We are starting out hot with Mrs. Doubtfire.

    Episode 32 - National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2022 40:39


    Is it a bird or is it a plane? It's neither, it's Clark Griswold coming to bring laughs and some weird comedy that's so funny, Yule crack up! Join David and Rita as they review this Christmas Classic that's full of the most hilarious one-liners. We wish you all a happy holiday and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

    Episode 31 - Four Christmases (2008)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 42:34


    Four families, one day, no mercy. The holidays can be rough, but they're more than that in this movie! Join David and Rita as they laugh while discussing Four Christmases!

    Episode 30 - Just Friends (2005)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2022 70:14


    Will this movie make the favorite list, or will it be friend zoned? Tune in to find out while David and Rita bring on a guest aka just a friend!

    Episode 29 - Better Watch Out (2016)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2022 45:56


    You better watch out, you better not cry. Box Office Brunch is not done with scary movies and David will tell you why. On this episode, the scary vibes remain, but there are some added holiday vibes.

    Episode 28 - The Babadook (2014) vs. Hocus Pocus (1993)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 36:39


    HAPPY HALLOWEEN BRUNCHERS! Will The Babadook blow out the blake flame candle, or will The Sanderson Sisters put a spell on him? Tune in to find out who wins the ULTIMATE HALLOWEEN MOVIE BRACKET of 2022!

    Episode 27 - The Babadook (2014) vs. The Silence of The Lambs (1991)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2022 52:08


    Welcome to the Semi-Finals! In this episode, David and Rita discuss these two horror films, but only one can be left standing. Which movie will move forward into the final? You won't believe what they discover!

    Episode 26 - The Babadook (2014) vs. Oculus (2013)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2022 71:48


    If it's in a look, or it's in a book, this episode will definitely leave you shook! This week, David and Rita dive into two heavy hitters as they talk about a boogeyman and a haunted mirror. What will be left standing? Tune in to find out!

    Episode 25 - The Black Phone (2022) vs. The Silence of The Lambs (1991)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2022 63:11


    What we've learned so far from these two movies is don't talk to strangers, but is there annything else? Will The Black Phone survive another day, or will The Silence of The Lambs claim another victim? Tune in to find out!

    Episode 24 - Sinister (2012) vs. The Silence of The Lambs (1991)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2022 132:19


    Mr. Boogie, Cannibalistic psychiatrists, creepy kids, evil serial killers, and a side of fava beans....Join David & Rita as they put these two thrillers into the ring for the first scary movie knock out episode. Joined by a special guest, they navigate the dangers that these two films have lurking in them!

    Episode 23 - Hocus Pocus (1993) vs. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 44:10


    Will this episode put a spell on you, or will The Pumpkin King take over? Join David and Rita as they let these two classics fight in the final battle to see which film will make it to the finals!

    Episode 22 - Scooby Doo on Zombie Island (1998) vs. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2022 67:30


    The search for the best Halloween movie from the 2022 list continues as David and Rita make two of their favorite animated films go head to head. Which film will move forward and go up against Hocus Pocus? Listen to find out!

    Episode 21 - Under Wraps (1997) vs. Hocus Pocus (1993)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2022 76:04


    Welcome back to Box Office Brunch! In this new episode, David and Rita take some of their favorite childhood films and make them fight to the death...which film will make it to the next round of the Halloween Movie Bracket of 2022? Listen to find out!

    Episode 20 - Baby Driver (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 69:48


    "All you need is one killer track. Every road out takes him right back in. This year, volume up, pedal down" Join David & Rita as they review a film filled with action, romance, and killer tunes! TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains mention of an actor previously involved in serious matters and allegations. Any mention of this actor is purely for story-telling purposes and does not in any way convey the viewpoints of this podcast.

    Episode 19 - Attack The Block (2011)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 62:58


    Happy Cinco De Mayo! For some, it may also be Revenge of the Fifth, but we are coming at ya with a bonus episode that discusses a different kind of science fiction creature. Check it out and let us know what you think @boxofficebrunch or boxofficebrunchpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 18 - Mortal Kombat (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 78:39


    Is this episode a FLAWLESS VICTORY? Join David and Rita as they explore the video game world, discuss their 90's nostalgia, and as always, go on a few side tangents. Grab your mimosas and prepare yourselves for this one, it's sure to be a FATALITY.

    Episode 17 - Scrooged (1988)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 58:27


    Better late than never, right? This week, you can either learn the true meaning of Christmas or you can get Scrooged! So grab some coco and bundle up as Rita and David unwrap this modern retelling of A Christmas Carol starring Bill Murray.

    Episode 16 - How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2021 63:12


    Everyone always talks about how The Grinch stole Christmas, but does anyone ever asks why he did it? Cozy up and see what happens when an iconic comedian covered in green yak fur is let loose on film as Rita and David discuss the timeless Dr. Seuss Christmas classic, How The Grinch Stole Christmas starring Jim Carrey

    Episode 15 - The Breakfast Club (1985)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2021 66:20


    We forgot to actually record one but TRIGGER WARNING for discussion of sexual assault and suicidal ideation...also teen angst (ew). This week we're thankful for our friends and family as well as everything that makes us different and everything that brings us together. We hope that everyone had a wonderful and peaceful Thanksgiving. All credit to Christine Sydelko for the vine we used at the end.

    Episode 14 - Crazy Rich Asians (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2021 78:03


    Rita and David survived Halloween and are coming right at you with a new episode on Crazy Rich Asians. You better not swerve and miss it. Bok bok!

    Episode 13 - IT: Chapter 2 (2019)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 118:12


    Trick or treat!

    Episode 12-IT: Chapter 1 (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 97:00


    Being a kid is tough, but made even worse when a killer clown wants to eat you and your friends! Join Rita and David as they dive into this episode where they explore how our deepest fears can become a reality in the first installment of the IT franchise.

    Episode 11 - Don't Look Under the Bed (1999)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2021 45:54


    This week Rita and David are bringing back a movie from their childhood so scary it got removed from Disney Channel. So pull the covers over your head, don't hang your foot over the edge, and whatever you do Don't Look Under the Bed.

    Episode 10 - The Cabin in the Woods (2011)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 71:51


    "Okay. I'm drawing the line in the fucking sand, here. Do not read the Latin." This week Rita and David give you their thoughts on a movie that should be in every horror fan's library. If you think you know, you have no idea. Ps: the word was exposition...

    Episode 9- Beetlejuice (1988)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 52:37


    Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! Say it once, say it twice, but we DARE you to say it three times! Tune it to find out if we are also strange and unusual as we discuss this classic film filled with ghosts, killer dogs, and sandworms!

    October Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 2:22


    Look out! I think there's something sneaking up behind you! Big announcements inside!

    Episode 8 - The Edge of Seventeen (2016)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2021 64:15


    "There are two types of people in the world: the people who naturally excel at life and the people who hope all of those people die in a big explosion." Tune in this week to find out which one of those we are as we discuss The Edge of Seventeen, a coming of age comedy/drama with a talented cast, a poignant message, and some seriously sharp wit.

    Episode 7 - Blade Runner (1982)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2021 72:31


    "Man has made his match, and now it's his problem" Sci-fi, brunch, and side tangents abound as we discuss Ridley Scott's 1982 classic, Blade Runner!

    Episode 6 - Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2021 108:17


    Are you ready, hey, are you ready for this? Are you hangin' on the edge of your seat? You should be, because in this episode, we're havin' a good time and you should check it out. We're talking about 2018's Bohemian Rhapsody and...it will rock you!

    Episode 5 - The Matrix (1999)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 103:41


    It was inevitable. This week we're diving into the 1999 action sci-fi classic The Matrix. Join us as we find out just how deep the rabbit hole goes!

    Episode 4- The Greatest Showman (2017)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2021 70:18


    Ladies and Gents, this is the moment you've waited for! Join us for another episode where we unpack the novelties in the 2017 film, The Greatest Showman! This is, after all, the greatest show!

    Episode 3-The Prestige (2006)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2021 74:09


    Are you watching closely? Two magicians, one big rivalry, and a dramatic twist at the end! You won't want to miss this, so grab your favorite brunch and join David & Rita as they review The Prestige!

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