Hate Watch / Great Watch

Nicole Wiegand returns to the HWGW podcast to start heat with other guests, but also to join us in discussing a long-distance romcom that you might have a mistaken impression of. Other topics in our conversation include awkward movie-watching experiences, the Labubus of sexual deviancy, sad whales, a Greyhound with a podcast, and nature's toilets! Plus: Take part in our Lake House Challenge! Don't take two years to listen to this episode, it's The Lake House (2006)!Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

February is a month associated with love, poetry, and romance, so we thought: everybody could probably use a good cry. Along the way we discuss Roxanne (1987), the Dark Angel TV series (2000-2002), Glen Hansard in Once (2006), dinosaurs riding motorbikes, and that pickup artist guy Mr. Mystery (or whatever). Plus: Allison read the play to prepare! Remember to microdose your misery, it's Cyrano (2021) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Aliya returns to the HWGW Podcast to advocate for men having silly hobbies, praise crazy ‘90s hacker fashion, swoon over Matthew Lillard (we are a pro-Matt Lillard Podcast), and do an impression of Elmo! Plus: Eugene / The Plague looks like Katt Williams. This is the greatest story Shakespeare didn't write, it's Hackers (1995) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Welcome to the Year of the Yak, where cohost Allison YAKulis chooses all the films covered on the HWGW Podcast this year! We're starting off with a nostalgic fave of hers, but don't think that means we'll go easy on it. We talk about cultural context, attempt to define “Hangout Movies”, and badmouth Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! Plus: Learn about the Columbo Comeback! Get ready for weaponized swearing, it's South Park: Bigger, Longer, & Uncut (1999) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

175. Zardoz (1974) Hello Excellent Brutals! After a trip to the nearest Sonic for lunch, we are joined on the show by Bryan Bierman to talk about a film he describes as “The Finnegan's Wake of science fiction”. Topics discussed include: Green bread, Ego death, middle school musical productions, and whatever the hell “Tippogrance” is!Plus: an update on the baby Hechicero! Join us in second level meditation, it's Zardoz (1974)! Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 8 - Dune (1984)Ep. 30 - Maximum Overdrive (1986)Ep. 94 - Sweet November (2001)Ep. 55 - The Cell (2000)Ep. 5 - The Apple (1980)Ep. 164 - O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)Ep. 123 - The Greasy Strangler (2016)Ep. 71 - Dreamcatcher (2003)Ep. 173 - X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes (1963) Links: • Grave ‘n' Breakfast (short, 2020) on imdb • Zardoz Speaks to You! by Roger Mitchell on Barnes & Noble •Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3 (1990) trailer on youtube • Alien on Stage (documentary, 2020) on Letterboxd • Danny Dejewski on facebook Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Hello Excellent Do-Gooders!On our penultimate episode of HWGW for the year, join Allison & Hunter for a trip to China in the year 660! First things first: This film is a mystery, so if you want to experience it with no foreknowledge, please watch the movie first! Topics discussed on this episode: our Wuxia names, how this isn't too different from a superhero movie, bludgeoning weapons, how Shaofeng Feng might be the Chinese James Spader, and how to get yourself a monkey arm! Plus: Mutual Respect! A movie worth drinking the golden soup for, it's Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon (2013)! Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Hello Excellent Dids! The Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast welcomes Aydan Eyes back to the show to talk about: psychedelics, the worst Pa Kent in cinema, Stephen King, horrible diseases, and pressing toads against your eyes! CW: Some discussion of drugs at the episode's end. Plus: A brief appearance from Boof Acid, The Beatles' lawyer! X gon' give it to ya, it's X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes (1963) Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 141 - Carnival Magic (1983)Ep. 90 - Austin Powers in: Goldmember (2002)Links: • Aydan Eyes on spotify • DMX: X Gon' Give It To Ya on youtube • A Succulent Chinese Meal on youtube • Hunter's Crack in the World review on MovieJawn Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Hello Excellent Pardners! First of all: Go Birds. We're joined on the podcast, after far too long, by Tabitha to take an all-inclusive vacation to Westworld! We came up with a new travel slogan for Mexico, talked some more about Stephen King's The Long Walk, and asked: How do these guns work? How does anything work? You only had how much air left? Plus: Yul Brynner as the Predator! It's all fun and games until the robots revolt, we're talking about Westworld (1973)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 159 - JAWS (1975)Ep. 04 - Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006)Ep. 116 - The Mothman Prophecies (2002)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Hello Pegasassy Humans! On this, the final film of this year's VAMP-tober lineup, Allison & Hunter spend all night …or multiple nights (?) trapped in an artist's loft with a drugged-up vampire played by a Backstreet Boy! Content Warning: plot-relevant discussion of drugs and drug use We discuss inside jokes, cinema's worst toilets, and the importance of making art whether it's bad or good. Plus: How did you know my mummy's name was Martha?! Not even this could make us stop loving Tubi, it's Vampire Burt's Serenade (2020)! Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Please welcome Celso Garcia back to the Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast for our second Vamp-tober episode of the year! We discuss messy worldbuilding, the timeless quality of some films (but not this one), the difference between “WTF (complimentary)” & “WTF (derogatory)”, Hunter's Secret Uncle, and the almighty Suckwolf! Plus: One of the neighbors starts using a bandsaw at 7pm! Shine up your leather catsuit, it's Underworld (2003)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 5 - The Apple (1980) Ep. 103 - The Mummy (1999) Ep. 74 - Romeo + Juliet (1996) Links: • HWGW Vamp-tober Playlist on spotify • The Matrix shared reality experience at the Cosm video on youtube Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Welcome to the Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast's 2nd annual Vamp-tober! Somebody told me you had a boyfriend who looked like the girlfriend I had in February of last century, and we're joined by the Salami Mommy, Tina Dillon to discuss aging, David Bowie, alphas & betas, and play a round of Porno or Pacino! Plus: Pepperhogs! Somebody better check on Bela Lugosi, it's The Hunger (1983)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 13 - Lifeforce (1985)Ep. 22 - Only Lovers Left Alive (2013)Ep. 149 - Shadow of the Vampire (2000)Ep. 5 - The Apple (1980)Ep. 44 - Hubie Halloween (2020)Ep. 64 - The Addams Family (1991)Ep. 65 - The Dragon Lives Again (1977)Ep. 69 - Flesh Gordon (1974)Ep. 40 - Foxfire (1996)Ep. 108 - Deep Water (2022)Links: • HWGW Vamp-tober Playlist on spotify • Hunter's Oct. 2025 Watchlist on MovieJawn • Bauhaus - Bela Lugosi's Dead on youtube Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

168. Supergirl (1984) Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 125: FANTASTIC FOUR (2005) Ep. 158: THE INCREDIBLES (2004) Ep. 49: BATMAN & ROBIN (1997) Ep. 30: MAXIMUM OVERDRIVE (1986) Ep. 135: MIGHTY MORPHIN' POWER RANGERS: THE MOVIE (1995) Ep. 47: HOWARD THE DUCK (1986)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

167. Rockers (1978) Hello Excellent Rockers! On this episode of Hate Watch/Great Watch, we are joined by Joe Reno for a trip to Jamaica and an underseen gem of a film. We discuss similarities to Bicycle Thieves (1948), suggest good ideas for your next acid trip, and talk about what happens when art meets commerce! Plus: A Joe Reno 'sclusie!! Seize the means of production, it's Rockers (1978)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 67: Cool Runnings (1993) Ep. 157: Hudson Hawk (1991) Ep. 18: Ocean's Eleven (2001) Ep. 165: Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016) Links: • Sons of Kemet on youtube • Too Many Zooz on youtube • The Mean Joe Greene commercial on youtube • The Jah No Dead scene on youtube Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

166. Q, The Winged Serpent (1982) Hello Excellent God-Birds! The film we're talking about on the new episode of HWGW is a crime / heist / giant monster movie with a comparatively modest budget from bonafide Grindset God™ Larry Cohen! Topics discussed include: How the directors should be the franchises, Lesser-known effects legend David Allen, Numerous flying snakes from history, and How the blu-ray menu kind of spoils the ending! Plus: a great excuse for not turning in your homework! You'll never wanna see another egg in your life, it's Q, The Winged Serpent (1982)! Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 10: Scream (1996) Ep. 69: Flesh Gordon (1974) Ep. 87: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977) Ep. 91: The Host (2006) Ep. 103: The Mummy (1999) Ep. 106: Dollman (1991) Ep. 115: Trancers (1984) Ep. 143: Jugular Wine: A Vampire Odyssey (1994) Links: • Trogdor on youtube • Blaze Glory (1969) on youtube • The Pit (1981) on Letterboxd • Posse (1975) on Letterboxd • The People's Joker (2022) blu-ray from Diabolik • Hundred of Beavers (2022) blu-ray from Diabolik • Q, the Winged Serpent (1982) blu-ray from Diabolik Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Hello Excellent Style Boyz! We've avoided Katie Hewko-Dykes for seven years, but she's finally managed to track us down! On this episode of HWGW, we conjure Da Hip Hop Witch (2000), Choosack our favorite Cusack, Declare Tim Meadows the Ace of SNL, Praise Matthew Lillard who isn't even in this movie, and finally come up with a name for our fans! Plus: An exclusive new track if you listen to the very end! Is Andy Samberg the Drunken Master of comedy? It's Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016)! Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 6: The Fifth Element (1997)Ep. 121: La La Land (2016)Ep. 99: Hot Rod (2007)Links: • Marlins Will Soar on youtube • InAction Network on instagram • The Challenge Accepted Show on instagram • Schmooty Improv on instagram • Role Play on instagramQuestions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

On this episode of HWGW, Allison & Hunter take a look at an American reimagining of an ancient Greek fable. We discuss the story's relation to its origins, Why the film looks so incredible, and Midnight, the novel by Dean Koontz! Plus: Swing music! Remember to always make fun of the klan, it's O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)! Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 157: Hudson Hawk (1991) Ep. 18: Ocean's 11 (2001) Ep. 84: Bound (1996) Links: • Casey Kasem Outtakes on youtubeQuestions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

* CONTENT WARNING * Plot-related discussion of self-harm. Hear all about a film that might have come from a parallel reality. We're joined by Maxine Webber to discuss a double-cross kidnapping plot, a set-piece that strains the credulity of wireless technology, and a Paul Oakenfold ‘sclusie! The word of the day is anthropophagy, it's Nobel Son (2007)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 143: Jugular Wine: A Vampire Odyssey (1994)Ep. 32: Independence Day (1996)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

On the new Hate Watch/Great Watch, Allison and Hunter put their heads together to discuss this loving pastiche of classic b-movie science fiction. Topics include: Marabou kitten heels, How to correctly rate the podcast on your platform of choice, and How irony is for cowards! Make sure your head is screwed on straight, it's The Man with Two Brains (1983)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 26: Hereditary (2018) Ep. 138: High Fidelity (2000) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Men will literally have a healthy relationship with a doll instead of going to therapy, it's Lars and the Real Girl (2007)! Links:“Ryan Gosling won't eat his cereal” on youtube “Ryan Gosling eats his cereal” via abc news on youtube Dead Man's Bones on Bandcamp Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Hello Excellent Axe Gang! Nicole “Bottle” Carter returns to the Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast and tries to get us a Laneige sponsorship as we discuss: the traumatic endings to classic children's shows; answering machine messages; piggy banks; and the only good Mr. Beast. Plus: the true ending of Eureeka's Castle! We're all about the verticals on this episode, it's Kung Fu Hustle (2004)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 65: The Dragon Lives Again (1977) Ep. 76: Australia (2008) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Hello Excellent Giant Sharks! Topics of discussion include: our Spielberg histories, an oceanic Jerry Seinfeld, and Lynette's feud with her microphone!Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 158: The Incredibles (2004) Ep. 35: Deep Blue Sea (1999)Ep. 32: Independence Day (1996)Ep. 34: Blow Out (1981)Links:“Chocolate Rain” by Tay ZondayQuestions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

158. The Incredibles (2004) Hello Excellent Supers! We discuss comic books, mafia names, the smells of different eras, and the difference between coupes and flutes! Plus: What does “On a whale, on a wizard on a whale” mean? And: We sing the song of the summer! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 125: Fantastic Four (2005)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

On this episode of the Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast, we are joined by cinematic maniac Nikk Nelson to discuss a truly one-of-a-kind time capsule of the 1990s!Sometimes, you've gotta make your own fun. It's Hudson Hawk (1991)! Links: → Return of Bruno→ Space Pants→ Nikk Neon on BlueskyQuestions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

Allison has chosen an animated childhood favorite to re-examine on our latest episode. Support your local library, it's The Great Mouse Detective (1986)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 56: Matilda (1996)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

155. Freddy vs. Jason (2003) Hello Excellent Maniacs! We discuss some ADR highlights from the film, pitch several (better) horror ideas, fix the film with Sean's headcanon, and speculate on what Jason would sound like. PLUS: our kittens, Kenny and Kota, are Freddy-vs-Jason-ing all over the house! Get your fedoras and hockey masks ready, it's Freddy vs. Jason (2003), bitch! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 135: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995) Ep. 18: Ocean's 11 (2001) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

When a photographer (Faye Dunaway) begins seeing through the eyes of a murderer, she'll have to take her eyes off of her career. But does the police lieutenant (Tommy Lee Jones) who's been keeping his eye on her only have eyes for her? Aye-yai-yai! Crank up the Barbra Streisand, it's Eyes of Laura Mars (1978)! Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

153. Death at a Funeral (2010) Hello Excellent Mourners! On this latest episode of the Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast, we're joined once again by Gabby Reeves to discuss 2010's Death at a Funeral and contrast it with the original 2007 version! In this episode, we praise Peter Dinklage and Tracy Morgan, play a party game, and pitch a sequel-- if someone can put us in contact with Peter Dinklage.PLUS: There is not a version of The Tick that we do not like! Put on your best veil, it's Death at a Funeral (2010)! Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

152. Constantine (2005) Hello Excellent Hellblazers! First off, a ☆ CONTENT WARNING ☆ This episode contains plot-necessitated discussion of self harm and suicide, and if that's not your thing, we understand. But if you're sticking around, you'll hear Allison & Hunter discuss a much maligned 2005 Vertigo comics adaptation. We discuss similarities with Hellboy (2004), the screenwriting concepts of the Big Buy-In and the Little Buy-In, and Papa Midnight's shelf full of haunted cymbal monkeys! PLUS: a plug for Hundreds of Beavers (make sure you see Hundreds of Beavers)! Get ready to visit the Electronic Dance Marianas and listen to plenty of Blubstep music with your pal Big Mouth Billy Bass Guitar, it's Constantine (2005)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 26: Hereditary (2008) Ep. 121: La La Land (2016) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

151. Brahms: The Boy 2 (2020) Hello Excellent Haunted Dolls! On the new HWGW, we're joined once again by Ben Leonard & Rosalie Kicks from MovieJawn for a long-awaited sequel episode! We praise Katie Holmes & Christopher Convery (a.k.a. Egg), pitch further and alternate franchise installments, and talk quite a bit about a demonic little butthole mouth! PLUS: We recommend this episode is taken with a pastry. Boy oh boy, it's Brahms: The Boy 2 (2020)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 45: The Boy (2016) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

150. Armageddon (1998) Hello Excellent Roughnecks! We're celebrating our landmark 150th episode with a bang, taking a look at a genre-defining late ‘90s disaster movie. Ben Affleck sings! Billy Bob Thornton is: NASA Papa! And-- does Peter Stormare really look that much like the guy from Rammstein? PLUS: Can you guess our puzzle of films? Time to figure out what you'd demand from the gov't, it's Armageddon (1998)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 6: The Fifth Element (1997) Ep. 122: The Day After Tomorrow (2004) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

149. Shadow of the Vampire (2000) Hello Excellent Method Actors! To coincide with the release of Robert Eggers' Nosferatu - also releasing today - we've invited Bryan Bierman back to discuss an overlooked Hollywood satire. We praise this stacked cast, get treated to Bryan's Andrew Dice Clay impression, and wonder: could this film have been an FMV game in the 2000s? Plus: a brief Seinfeld diversion. Get ready to learn about “fingles”, it's Shadow of the Vampire (2000)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 144: Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

148. Jingle All the Way (1996) Hello Excellent Turbomans!In our only holiday-themed episode this year, Allison and Hunter take on a semi-beloved seasonal classic. Why was Sinbad done so dirty by this script? Why is Arnold Schwarzenegger playing some average dude? And: will he get chuckle-cucked© by Phil Hartman? Plus: we pitch several simple fixes for the film's tone problems.Strap on your fully-functional rocket pack, it's Jingle All the Way (1996)!Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 53: The Beethoven Franchise (1992-2014)Ep. 72: Last Action Hero (1993) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

147. Grease 2 (1982) Hello Excellent Pink Ladies! We're joined by 8-time guest Bottle and their pal Karima for a return to Rydell High! Everybody's into motorcycles now, especially when they're ridden by a masked hunk who definitely couldn't be that new exchange student! In this episode, we dish out motorcycle-related proverbs, invent some Brand New Sentences©, and court a sponsorship from Crocs footwear! PLUS: Does anybody want to pamper Bottle's feet? Get ready for unsubtle songwriting and bike stunts, it's Grease 2 (1982)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 146: Grease (1978)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

146. Grease (1978) Hello Excellent T-Birds! Allison & Hunter go to Rydell High on the new episode to learn why Grease (1978) is the word (have you heard?) * CONTENT WARNING: brief mentions of abortion and SA, which might not be everyone's jam * This episode features turducken talk, discussion of how depiction does not equal endorsement, and how those extras had to be doing the Hand Jive at gunpoint! PLUS: Is Pulp Fiction set in the 1970s? This is now a Betty Rizzo stan account, it's Grease (1978)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 140: Alison's Birthday (1981) Ep. 76: Australia (2008) Ep. 96: Die Hard (1988) Ep. 138: High Fidelity (2000) Ep. 5: The Apple (1980) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

145. Love Bites (1988) Hello Excellent Fang-Bangers! We're bringing Vamp-tober to a close on Hate Watch/Great Watch with our pal Will Congleton discussing a direct-to-video, gay, west coast, softcore porno romance! On this episode we decide that we're more of a “vice podcast” than an “advice podcast”; We examine the specific vocal cadence porno actors have; and ask: Who is the most famous person where you've seen the back of their balls? Hunter's answer may surprise you! PLUS: we pitch a Shakespeare x Vampires mash-up! Get ready for a 347 year release, it's Love Bites (1988)!Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

144. Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979) Hello Excellent Plague Rats! On our second episode of Vamp-tober, we're joined by Gabby Reeves to talk about Werner Herzog's 1979 remake of a silent-era classic. Topics of discussion include Hunter's dark history with telemarketing; How hyenas were once on trend; and how the events of the film all began with a land deal! PLUS: We ordain the new face of tantra (and you won't believe who it is!) AND: shout out to Dracula Daily! Protect ya neck, it's Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 8 - Dune (1984) Ep. 113 - Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022) Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

143. Jugular Wine: A Vampire Odyssey (1994) Hello Excellent Bloodsuckers! We're kicking off our all-vampire Vamp-tober block with a low budget, high concept flick that we discovered in a foot stool! Filmed on location in Pennsylvania, California, Louisiana, Utah, and Alaska, (!!!) this film is the dictionary definition of an odyssey! We discuss the movie in depth, including whatever we could glean about its cast, crew, and production! PLUS: Allison invents the term “shampire”. Count up your frequent-flyer miles, it's Jugular Wine: A Vampire Odyssey (1994)! Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 1 - The Octagon (1980)Ep. 53 - The entire Beethoven franchise (1992 - 2014)Ep. 125 - Fantastic Four (2005)Ep. 126 - The Chase (1994)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

142. Real Steel (2011) Hello Excellent Robots! Many call boxing “the sweet science”, well they don't know the half of it! On this episode of HWGW, we're discussing the 2011 robot boxing movie Real Steel! While the film can't settle on one plot through-line to follow, we basically stay on topic, discussing author Richard Matheson's original Twilight Zone episode, what we would name our boxing bots, and why director Shawn Levy's Free Guy s-t-i-n-k-s. PLUS: praise for BattleBots! Engage your pugilism protocols, it's Real Steel (2011)!Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 80 - Rumble in the Bronx (1995)Ep. 100 - Elvis (2022)Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

141. Carnival Magic (1983) Hello Excellent Carnies! Step right up! Step right up! Aydan Schlaffman returns to Hate Watch/Great Watch for a truly left-field pick: Al Adamson's magician-with-a-monkey programmer Carnival Magic (1983)! We discuss apes & chimps in popular culture, rant about animal safety and superhero bodies, and discuss our favorite carnival rides. PLUS: we cast Young Markov! Grab your seats, the show's about to start. It's Carnival Magic (1983)!Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

140. Alison‘s Birthday (1981) Hello Excellent Party Guests! It's almost co-host Allison's birthday, so we're celebrating with, perhaps, the most appropriate film we could choose. Find out why Sylvester Stallone (probably) loves the opening scene in this Australian folk horror creep-fest that features a replica of Stonehenge, an honest-to-goodness Graveyard Smash, and a perfect example of the difference between “a chase” and “a pursuit”. PLUS: we have a Benny Hill -related request. Put on your party hats and break out the fairy bread, it's Alison's Birthday (1981)! Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

139. Beverly Hills Cop 4: Axel F. (2024) Hello Excellent Humans!We thought that the prophecy had been fulfilled, but it turns out there was a little more prophecy left. Tina Dillon and Michael Chalfin return once again to discuss the exploits of our favorite coastal transplant Axel Foley! We play How Many Michaels?, invent a new Patreon tier for all you foot freaks, and wonder what was up with that Syphilis billboard. PLUS: Just this once we do away with our usual ratings metric! Make sure to get your tailpipe checked for bananas after 40, it's Beverly Hills Cop 4: Axel F.!Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

138. High Fidelity (2000) Hello Excellent Sad-Sacks! This week on HWGW we're reviewing High Fidelity (2000)! Top Five Topics of Discussion on This Episode: 1 - How the film's use of toxic masculinity is intentional AND has been misread for years! 2 - The uncomfy gray areas between being inclusive and protecting your space 3 - How you shouldn't refer to your life and experiences as “lore” 4 - Allison's music taste & Hunter's musical past 5 - The Gift of the Magi, (weirdly) Plus: Does anyone remember the commercial Hunter mentions? Join us for a visit to Championship Vinyl, it's High Fidelity (2000)! Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

137. What About Bob? (1991) Hello Excellent Baby-Steppers! On this episode of HWGW, we're joined once again by Hunter's mom, Lynette, this time to discuss the finer points of 1991's therapy comedy What About Bob?, and along the way we're asking our own questions, like: Does Bob have a real job? Did Gil survive? and What if Arnold Schwarzenegger played Sigmund Freud? PLUS: Good luck trying to spell the name of that lake. Baby-steps onto the podcast, it's What About Bob? (1991)! Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

136. Battleship (2012) Hello Excellent Seamen! Have you ever wanted a burrito so badly you wind up in the Navy? Taylor Kitsch has, and we're going along for the ride! Join us as we talk about Tom Petty, lament the lack of “LiaNee”, and try to come up with the best nickname for this movie. It's sink or swim on this episode of HWGW because we're talking about Battleship (2012)! Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

135. Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers: The Movie (1995) Hello Excellent Ninjetti! It's morphin' time! This week we're joined by Sean Brady for a trip to Angel Grove, California to review Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers: The Movie! How much does nostalgia factor in when we're discussing superfluous backflips, contact juggling, and how Zordon will definitely check your browser history? Find out! Plus: an Ivan Ooze name game! Join us in our conversational Megazord, it's Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers: The Movie!Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

134. The Break-Up (2006) Hello Excellent Exes! A lot of RomComs are cookie-cutter affairs: two people like each other, encounter some obstacles, overcome them, and end up together. Which is exactly what makes The Break-Up (2006) so interesting. Does this film deserve more attention? Listen and find out! Plus: Famous Corpses, Why hasn't Jon Favreau gotten Vince Vaughn into the MCU?, and possible Break-Up sequel pitches! So divide up your possessions, it's The Break-Up (2006)!Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

133. Spaceman (2024) Hello Excellent Cosmonauts! Recorded live from the South Street Art Mart, we're joined once again by Nicole Wiegand and Nicole Krecicki to examine the Adam Sandler sci-fi drama Spaceman (2024) and ask the important questions, like: Why do people keep going to space? Was all Hunter's Serious Sandler research worth it? and Are spiders the best dentists? Put on your space helmets and grab your Nutella, it's Spaceman (2024)! Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

132. Small Soldiers (1998) Hello Excellent Sentient Toys! Fall in! This week, we're talking about one of Allison's banned childhood films, 1998's Small Soldiers! In this movie about sentient toys, we discuss how there are no “educational action figures”, play Peter Lorre's Monster Math, and ask: How regularly do you use the Pythagorean theorem? PLUS: Potentially the most despicable ADR joke in film history? Get small, muchachos, and pack your spare AAA batteries, it's Small Soldiers! Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

131. Beneath the Darkness (2011) Hello Excellent Coffin-Fillers! On the HWGW Fifth Anniversary Episode, we reform the old Mount Mausoleum crew with Krystal Brackett and Nicole “Bottle” Carter to perform a post mortem on Beneath the Darkness (2011). Is this film actually a horror comedy? Is it a tourism video? Is Dennis Quaid the ultimate wife-guy? Join us as we discuss the plot, lighting (or lack thereof), and amusing extras and anecdotes such as: why you should never under any circumstances “D” your own “G”. Grab a flashlight and come join us as we uncover what, exactly lies Beneath the Darkness!Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

130. The Devils (1971) Hello Excellent Blasphemers! With just a few days until Wrestlemania 40 hits our beloved Philadelphia, we're asking “Ken you smell what the Russell's cooking?” because it's RussellMania on HWGW! We're talking about Ken Russell's The Devils (1971), a film so controversial it may never have been shown in its full form! We discuss the film's every shocking detail, plus the 2002 documentary Hell on Earth: The Desecration and Resurrection of The Devils, and still find time to rate celebrity alcohol brands, and make a surprising number of wrestling connections! So ring the bell; it's time to celebrate Ken Russell's The Devils!Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

129. Showgirls (1995) Hello Excellent Goddesses! On this episode of HWGW, we're having a very NC-17 conversation about a very NC-17 movie from director Paul Verhoeven and writer Joe Eszterhas! We're joined once again by Aliya Amilani to examine this legendarily misguided film, its legacy, and many more topics, like: hiccup cures, vaginal steaming, and how Yanni is a grindset pioneer. Plus: Remember when people were into sunning their taints? Put on your finest “Versayce”, cuz we're talking about Showgirls (1995)!Questions, comments, requests: WriteHWGW@gmail.com