A podcast for former comic and beloved film historian LexG to just ramble on and reminisce about beloved movie favorites, with the occasional new review.
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The LexG Movie Podcast is a must-listen for any movie enthusiast. With his unique perspective and honest delivery, LexG provides an entertaining and insightful look at the world of cinema. This podcast stands out from the rest because of its focus on relevant information and opinions about every movie imaginable. Not only does LexG offer valuable insights, but his fantastic radio voice keeps listeners engaged and entertained throughout each episode.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is LexG's depth of knowledge and his ability to share it in a relatable way. His extensive film history expertise shines through, providing listeners with a fan's point of view alongside scholarly analysis. This combination brings a refreshing balance to the podcast that is both informative and enjoyable. In addition, LexG's self-deprecating humor adds an extra layer of entertainment, making each episode feel like a conversation with an old friend.
However, there are some drawbacks to The LexG Movie Podcast. One aspect that stands out is a lack of consistent releases. While each new episode feels like Christmas morning, the infrequency can leave listeners wanting more. Additionally, some may find LexG's blunt and sometimes awkward honesty to be off-putting or uncomfortable at times. However, for those who appreciate raw authenticity, this may not be a significant issue.
In conclusion, The LexG Movie Podcast is an exceptional show that offers a unique blend of film analysis, personal anecdotes, and comedic storytelling. With its focused approach and genuine passion for movies, it stands out as one of the best film podcasts available. Despite its occasional drawbacks in terms of release frequency and unfiltered honesty, this podcast remains an absolute joy to listen to for any movie lover seeking an entertaining and insightful experience.
A look back at the 1996 Brian DePalma classic that kicked off Cruise's enduring film franchise.
LexG does a loose freeform riff on his formative favorite films of the 1970s and 1980s, looking back on his classic "list" and seeing what's held up vs. what maybe hasn't, and how our picks are sometimes maybe a notch too steeped in nostalgia and the familiar.
A pair of retro reviews, as LexG does a deep dive on John Carpenter's 1976 classic Assault on Precinct 13... and the 2005 remake with Ethan Hawke and Laurence Fishburne, with plenty of Carpenter discussion along the way.
LexG reviews Jason Statham in A Working Man, Soderbergh's Black Bag, Jonathan Majors in Magazine Dreams, and two Robert De Niros in The Alto Knights, then closes out with a few farewells to Gene Hackman, Val Kilmer, and Bruce Glover.
A freeform TV riff about being lost in the modern streaming/prestige landscape, followed by a review of the latest example of my very least favorite genre, the Hollywood satire, in Seth Rogen's new series, The Studio
A freeform hangout episode with random riffs, rants and a few movie takes, on topics such as upcoming films, Babygirl, movie critics wearing T-shirts, Michael Fassbender, Paul W.S. Anderson, Mickey 17, zoning out, The Monkey, and (very briefly) Captain America Brave New World.
LexG discusses the Oscar-nominated films and performances of the 2024 movie year.
Quick review of Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller in the new Scott Derrickson thriller, The Gorge. Beware, contains what might be considered a fair amount of spoilers.
LexG does a (very) loose riff on the films of Steven Soderbergh and addresses his approach, sheen, and sensibilities, culminating in a review of his newest film, Presence.
A freeform riff defending "January movies" and offering a quick February preview, followed by reviews of Den of Thieves: Pantera, Flight Risk, Wolf Man, Companion, and the controversial Emilia Perez.
A freeform riff about some favorite moments from the cinema of the late, great David Lynch.
New reviews of Robert Eggers' Nosferatu, Brady Corbet's epic The Brutalist, and Kraven the Hunter starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson.
A review of A Complete Unknown with Timothee Chalamet as Bob Dylan turns into a riff about Cheech and Eric Roberts in Rude Awakening, Val Kilmer as Jim Morrison, Oliver Stone, and, for some reason, Year of the Dragon, with bonus quick review of Jude Law in The Order to close it out.
Reviews of Taron Egerton and Jason Bateman in Netflix's new movie Carry-On, and Hugh Grant in Heretic.
LexG reviews Ridley Scott's Gladiator II (including some carryover discussion from the Ridley Lightning Round), Ralph Fiennes in Conclave, and Robert Zemeckis' Here. And some quick thoughts on Red One to round it out.
A quick lightning round through five decades of Ridley Scott, riffing on his legacy, style, and ever-evolving sheen, with an emphasis on some of the less frequently discussed Ridley films and the overlap in style and impact with his equally legendary brother Tony.
A review of Clint Eastwood's new film Juror #2 along with a wider discussion of modern-era Eastwood films behind the camera.
LexG reviews some notable films from October 2024, including Megalopolis, The Substance, Saturday Night, Terrifier 3, Speak No Evil, and Venom 3.
A review of Todd Phillips' much-maligned musical follow-up to the 2019 blockbuster, with the usual side riffs and rambling.
LexG reviews the new adaptation of the Stephen King classic Salem's Lot, now streaming.
A quick review of BLINK TWICE but mostly an excuse to riff on subjects from the Criterion Closet to Beetlejuice 1988 to the notion of having Lenny Kravitz for a dad.
LexG takes you through the first six months of 2024 with reviews of everything from The Beekeeper to Beverly Hills Copy Axel F.
LexG reviews the new documentary on the Brat Pack of the 1980s, leading to various riffs on the actors and youth films of the era.
After a box office ramble, LexG discusses recent releases The Fall Guy, Furiosa, and I Saw the TV Glow
Better late than never, LexG discusses the nominated films and performances of the 2023 movie year.
What starts as an Oscar podcast veers off into discussion of Michael Mann, the evolution of his style, and his latest film, FERRARI
LexG reviews The Killer, Killers of the Flower Moon, Five Nights at Freddy's, Freelance, Saw X, and The Marvels. With detours for extended Alexander Payne and Martin Scorsese thoughts.
LexG attends his first horror convention and does a deep dive on the original “Friday the 13th”
Some words on the late, great William Friedkin. RIP.
LexG riffs about Rocky V but not until after a whirlwind riff through The Family Stallone, Tulsa King, Nighthawks, Rockys 1-4, Staying Alive, and Sly/Kurt on Oprah
LexG reviews Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's latest, with some side riffs along the way about the 1980s, ninja movies, Matt and Ben, and Serge from Beverly Hills Cop.
LexG revisits controversial Best Picture winner “Crash” from 2005 after some random musings about inflicting movies on people who don't care, the Brendan Fraser comeback, Robert Altman and Woody Allen, and other odds and ends.
Freeform episode where LexG riffs about Richard Linklater, James Gray, trailers for The Fabelmans, She Said, and Babylon, and does capsule reviews of Black Adam, Amsterdam, Smile, Banshees of Inisherin, Blonde, and Medieval.
LexG takes you back to 1987, remembering the films of that classic movie year as experienced by a 14-year-old who had to see everything.
I review the Wahlberg-Gibson movie FATHER STU, with some bonus riffing about some of my favorite YouTube movie reviewers. Please note, this is meant in good fun with nothing but affection for anyone mentioned.
LexG discusses the 10 movies nominated for Best Picture.
In honor of the new Halloween Kills trailer, I discuss 4 decades of Michael Myers and how he used to be more of a genial, wacky prankster.
A look back at the first eight entries in the FAST AND THE FURIOUS saga!
Antoine Fuqua deserves your respect, Renny Harlin rules, and Film Twitter is filled with morons who don't know their stuff
I talk about my perspective on Clint the movie star and nascent auteur from the pre-Unforgiven years
LexG has nothing to lose so a pitch for the world’s great SKYPACK movie that will make me richer than my wildest dreams. A must.
Little update on the LexG Podcast which isn’t quite moving in the direction I’d like. Might be time for an overhaul or on to the next thing.
25-year-olds watching the Criterion Collection — cool but a bit unrelatable. Maybe try having a social life before watching movies from 80 years ago
Talking about hair, hair loss, celebrity hair, my hair loss, rugs and plugs and all things in between.
I look back at Guns N’ Roses and their famous 1991 double album, including the landmark trio of videos it spawned (Don’t Cry, November Rain, Estranged.) Kind of an off-topic episode for GNR and rock fans
Off-topic episode where I talk about Motley Crue, beer drinking, metal, and the ridiculous first glimpse photos of Sebastian Stan and Lily James as Tommy and Pam in a movie nobody asked for.
I take a look back at Edgar Wright’s modern fave and riff about who I was then and how this beloved movie made me feel ancient, and give it a modern shot at the glad hand!
An off-topic LexG BitterCast where I whine about being in LA three decades with nothing to show for it.
LexG takes you through five decades of Brian De Palma films, including “Sisters,” “Carrie,” “Dressed to Kill,” “Scarface,” “The Untouchables,” “Carlito’s Way,” “Mission to Mars,” “The Black Dahlia,” “Domino,” and all points in between. Enjoy!
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