A podcast that concedes that remakes are gonna happen, so why shouldn’t movie buffs decide who to cast in those iconic roles? Join us as we have a lively conversation about our favorite films, and envision a new angle for for them by imagining today’s best actors playing those great roles.
The Cinema Chop Shop podcast is a delightful and entertaining show for anyone who enjoys discussions about movies, particularly remakes and reboots. While the hosts of this podcast acknowledge that these types of films may not be everyone's cup of tea, they do an exceptional job of keeping listeners engaged with their humorous and imaginative hypothetical recasts. What sets this podcast apart is the hosts' extensive knowledge and understanding of the cinematic medium, as they delve into discussions about both past and present films with depth and insight. Their level of expertise in analyzing filmmaking techniques and acting performances is truly impressive, making for a refreshing change from the often lacking perspectives found in most film production offices.
One of the best aspects of The Cinema Chop Shop podcast is its ability to leave listeners feeling entertained and tickled. The hosts, along with their guest panelists, bring a level of comedy to their discussions that consistently keeps the show engaging and enjoyable. They have a knack for finding humor in the world of modern remake culture, which adds a playful twist to each episode. Moreover, their hypothetical recasts spark intrigue and provide fascinating insight into how different actors might have brought new life to iconic roles in classic movies. This creativity combined with their encyclopedic knowledge creates a truly unique listening experience.
While there are many great aspects to this podcast, it's important to note that personal tastes may influence one's enjoyment. If remakes or reboots are not your thing, this podcast may not appeal to you. However, even if you're not particularly interested in these types of films, The Cinema Chop Shop still has much to offer through its humorous and insightful discussions. Additionally, while the hosts strive for constructive commentary on acting performances and filmmaking techniques, it's possible that some listeners may disagree with their opinions or suggestions for recasting roles. Nonetheless, the disagreements among the hosts themselves contribute to lively debates that can be enjoyable regardless of whether you share the same viewpoint.
In conclusion, The Cinema Chop Shop podcast is a highly entertaining and informative show that will leave you feeling entertained and tickled. With its unique focus on hypothetical recasts in remakes and reboots, the hosts bring a level of humor and expertise that sets it apart from other movie-related podcasts. Whether you're a die-hard cinephile or just enjoy a good laugh, this podcast offers something for everyone. Travis and his guest panelists create an engaging round table format filled with insightful discussions about movies both past and present. So sit back, relax, and let The Cinema Chop Shop take you on an entertaining journey through the world of film.
In this special minisode, the gang rolls the dice to randomly determine the movies they will be watching in the next episode. With a range of streaming services, a variety of genres, and multiple libraries of random movies, the fates will determine our movies.
In celebration of Father's Day, Shawn, Joey, and Todd gather to discuss some of the great father/son acting tandems. This episode's a regular chip off the ol' block.
Hell freezes over and pigs fly as we celebrate sequels in this episode - specifically, the occasions when the sequel is superior to its predecessor. Join Shawn, Todd, Joey, and Travis to see who made our list.
Join Shawn, Travis, Todd, and Lee as they tackle the Berlin Wall, not with hammers, but with compelling cinema. This episode kicks off with a deep dive into the iconic 'Wings of Desire,' before our hosts reveal their personal, must-see movie picks that illuminate this historic barrier. Discover new films and fresh perspectives on one of history's most compelling symbols.
Good God, y'all! We're talking about anti-war films this week, and we've got a full house. Join Shawn, Joey, Todd, and Lee as we discuss some of our favorites.
Shawn, Travis, and Joey gather to determine the greatest film starring our late pal, Val. Join us as we examine the 16-film bracket to declare a controversial winner.
Shawn, Todd, and Travis descend into a hellish purgatory to examine 1953's The Wages of Fear and 1977's Sorcerer. Join us as we compare and contrast these two films about testing the limits of fate.
Shawn, Joey, and Todd gather to duke it out over a 16-film bracket to determine the greatest Gene Hackman (RIP) film of all time.
The gang (sans Todd) gathers to discuss the New Hollywood period of movie history by showcasing three directors, their foundational works, and how their legacies fared.
In this episode, the gang gets together to pay tribute to one of the late, great filmmakers, David Lynch.
To commemorate the anniversary of their first release on this day in 2013, we're talking about A24 Movies! Join Shawn, Travis, and Joey as they dive into what makes A24 so special.
Shawn is joined by Joey, Todd, and Lee to watch the cinematic masterpiece, Hard Ticket to Hawaii. Fire up your VCRs and watch this 1987 erotic (?) action comedy with us. Stream it on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/646725/hard-ticket-to-hawaii
In honor of what would have been his 90th birthday, the gang kicks off the new year by exploring Elvis Presley's prolific (and profitable!) film career.
As is our tradition, Shawn and Travis gather in the Chop Shop Garage to present their top 24 films of 2024.
Do you hear what I hear? It's the sound of sleigh bells that only acts as a framing device for a movie that could be set any other time of year! So light the Yule log, grab some hot cocoa, and unwrap our gift to you.
Saddle up! Shawn and Travis hit the lonesome trail and discuss Golden Age Westerns, including 1939's "Stagecoach".
It's another full house as Shawn, Joey, Todd, and Travis continue to celebrate Noirvember by spotlighting women who break the femme fatale mold in film noir.
The gang ushers in Noirvember with a French classic, Louis Malle's "Elevator to the Gallows". Sync up your video player of choice and watch along.
Shawn, Joey, Todd, and Lee gather one last time to close out spooky month and discuss the best horror movies from 1984-1993.
Shawn, Travis, and Lee gather in the Chop Shop Garage to hack through another 10 years of horror movies to determine the best of 1994-2003.
Shawn, Joey, Todd, and Lee reconvene to slash their way through the best horror movies of 2004-2013. Did yours make the cut?
It's spooky season, so Shawn, Travis, Todd, and Lee are discussing the best horror movies of 2014-2024!
Shawn, Travis, Todd, and special guest, Lee, gather under the cloak of darkness and contrive a complex plot to discuss Giallo. Blades in hand, the gang takes a stab at explaining what makes this Italian genre so amazing.
Calling all shutterbugs! Join Shawn, Travis, and Todd as they discuss the 1960 film, Peeping Tom, and three other movies inspired by Criterion Channel's "The Photographer's Gaze" collection.
Shawn somehow convinces Travis, Todd, Joey, and Alley to sit down and watch this Kickboxing/VR relic from 1995. Sync us up and watch along!
A special tiebreaker guest joins Shawn, Travis, Joey, and Todd and gets into a lively discussion to determine the best ensemble movie of all time.
Shawn, Travis, and Joey get together to discuss perfect castings. Whether the roles are based on actual people, cartoons, comics, or characters written specifically for the screen, these roles simply couldn't be played by anyone else.
Shawn, Travis, and Todd gather to pay homage to the late Donald Sutherland by discussing 16 of his best roles to determine the greatest movie of the bunch.
In observance of his recent passing, the gang discusses Roger Corman's highs and lows, resulting in a lean episode that is on time and under budget.
It's a full house as the gang gathers in the Shop to discuss the phenomenon of Twin Movies, films that are remarkably similar and are released in close proximity to each other.
Travis and Joey stop by the shop and Shawn surprises them with a surprise watch party of 1991's Robotrix. Will the boys enjoy this action/comedy/sci-fi/erotic thriller from Hong Kong? Listen and find out!
Shawn, Travis, and Todd revisit the topic of Samurai Movies and discuss the feature film, Lady Snowblood (1973), and some of their other favorite samurai films.
Directing tandems is the topic of the day. Whether they be siblings, friends, lovers, or enemies, the gang discusses what makes these particular directors excel when working in pairs.
It's a full house as the gang gathers to discuss The Golden Raspberry Awards, its deserving recipients, and a few recipients who were possibly too harshly judged at the time.
For one reason or another, we all skip a movie that we probably should have watched by now. To remedy that, the gang watches the movies missing from their respective filmographies and reports their experiences.
Joey and Todd stop by the Shop to watch the 2024 release, "Wanted Man", written, directed, and starring Dolph Lundgren. With Kelsey Grammer riding shotgun, how can we possibly go wrong?
Join the gang as we bare all and discuss surprising nudity in film. From iconic scenes to actors looking to change perceptions of their images, skin is the theme of the day.
It's a full house as the gang dukes it out to determine the top movie in arguably the best year for film, 1999.
We're celebrating our 300th Episode by discussing the movie, 300, and other films where numbers figure heavily in the titles. So, grab your sword and shield and join the fray.
With Travis stuck at home with Covid, we're gonna remotely party like it's 2020 and dive into our lists of the Top 23 Movies of 2023! Special thanks to Cleanfeed.net for supplying a free option for remote recording.
Travis and Shawn have the dirt on this episode! Since the early days of film, blackmail has been a useful plot device. Join us as we discuss some devious flicks driven by the dirty deed.
Shawn, Joey, and Todd discuss the brief, tragic film career of Laird Cregar. With an imposing frame, Cregar delivered nuanced performances that explored the depths of creepiness.
"Shorned Shawn", "Travellin' Travis", and "Doughy Joey" gag on the gross-out humor of 1989's The Garbage Pail Kids Movie. Do fart jokes ever get old? Yes, as a matter of fact, they do.
The power of Christ compels Shawn, Travis, and Todd to spew about The Exorcist and its many knockoffs. With so many borrowed elements, it'll make your head spin. Will one levitate to the top of the list?
Shawn, Joey, and Todd jump aboard the Nostromo to fumble around in the dark and discover the many inferior knockoffs of the film, "Alien". Are any worth gestating, or should they all get the airlock treatment?
Shawn and Travis snack after midnight and talk about the knockoffs of 1984's Christmas classic, Gremlins. Sharp-toothed shenanigans abound, ranging from 'decent' to 'downright awful'.
October's theme is knockoffs of iconic films, and this week, Shawn, Travis, Joey, and Todd chum the waters to attract the many imitators of 1975's "Jaws". With 9 films on the charter, strap yourself into your fishing chair and reel in this whopper.
Shawn and Travis dream up a doozy and discuss "Dreamscape" and other iconic dream movies. If that weren't enough, they share their dream journals because everyone likes hearing someone tell you about their dreams, right?
Travis, Joey, Todd, and Shawn riverdance into the shop to watch "Blackbird", produced, written, directed, and starring Michael "Lord of the Dance" Flatley. Does this cavalcade of jaunty hats and awkward touches hold up? Does Flatley have a future in film? Join us and find out!
Travisito and Todd join Brewboss Shawn as they scour the internet for the wildest fan theories regarding some of our favorite films. Do any of them hold water or are they all full of holes?
Brewboss Shawn is joined by regular guest Joey Poole and long-awaited returning guest Lee to discuss the films you only want to watch once.
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