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Episode 451: The Crew's out of town working this week, so Brian and his wife review some film adaptations/reimagining/remakes of old video games and cartoons. Mortal Kombat II is definitely the best of the franchise and its nice to see a fighting tournament film return to the big screen. Masters of the Universe is way better than the original 80's film, but we did feel the runtime. The Crew discusses… The Masters of the Universe review starts around 40 minutes. If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 450: The Crew's feeling the anxiety of unjust accusations while watching Stanley Kubrick's Paths of Glory. This anti-war film will give you second thoughts about joining any military. The tension is ever present, even after the genre switches from war film to courtroom drama. It's Kubrick's fourth film but his first real masterpiece. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 449: The Crew's shaving their heads while watching Ridley Scott's G.I. Jane. This 90's film was unfairly judged when it came out, winning a Razzie for Demi Moore. But Demi delivers a tough and fun performance, and Ridley surrounds her with his expertly crafted shots and a supporting cast that's game. This film needs to be rediscovered by film buffs. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 448: The Crew's feeling the red light claustrophobia while watching Tony Scott's Crimson Tide. This 1995 sub film has a wonderful all male cast, but Washington and Hackman steal the show as the disagreeing Captain and XO. There are plenty of sub cliches and wonderful action scenes, but the highlights are the characters weighing the pros and cons of launching a nuke without all the information. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 447: The Crew's lost in the Gosling rizz while watching Phil Lord and Christopher Miller's Project Hail Mary. This perfectly casted film pulls on the heartstrings with a faceless alien friendship. No giant E.T. eyes here. And with a runtime over 2 hours, the pace never slows. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 446: The Crew's seeing double while watching Duncan Jones' Moon. Duncan Jones exploded into the indie filmmaking scene with one of the best directorial debuts. The low budget (5 million) is hardly noticeable, the camera setups and pace show the passion of a younger filmmaker but with the sure-footedness of an experienced one. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 445: The Crew's lack of oxygen may have something to do with forgetting to breathe while watching Alfonso Cuarón's Gravity. This 2013 box office hit was one of a few 3D movies that audiences ate up. The 3D really added to the story and the suspense. And this film is suspenseful, living up to the clichéd phrase “it's a rollercoaster ride”. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 444: The Crew's shocked by all the talent in front of, and behind the camera, while watching Anthony Minghella's The Talented Mr Ripley. This 1999 thriller is a complex character study of the titular Mr Ripley, who wants to be a “fake somebody”. The film is perfectly cast, and the impressive crew is at the top of their game. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 443: The Crew's surprisingly divided on Rob Reiner's Misery. This Stephen King adaptation is often cited as one of the best, but some of the Crew question the creative decisions. They like the lens choices but not the lighting. If you love the film or hate it, this episode has something for you. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 442: The Crew's gonna need to watch an episode of Dawson's Creek after watching Roger Avary's The Rules of Attraction. This anti teen-comedy is super bleak with mostly unlikable characters, but Avary packs this low budget film with every visual trick in the book, from split screen to reversing the footage. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 441: The Crew's wearing their hand-knit onesies while watching Yorgos Lanthimos' Bugonia. This Oscar nominated remake is a masterclass in delivering tone. It's equal parts funny and terrifying without ever losing the truth in the scene or for the characters. It's a movie that demands a second viewing. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 440: The Crew's wondering if the Christmas Adventurers Club only eats fruitcake while watching Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another. This widely acclaimed film has the most Oscar nominations of any film after Sinners (which has the most nominations of any film in the academy's history). The actors shine, but the film's length and tone do hold it back from greatness. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 439: The Crew's joined by guest, Nick Roth to discuss Jason Reitman's Saturday Night (yes, the whole night). The film's concept of all the problems that occurred 90 minutes before the first episode of Saturday Night Live is a great idea. And the cast is impressive and game. But the film is surprisingly low on humor. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 438: The Crew's covering their mirrors while watching Michael Chaves' The Conjuring: Last Rites. The supposedly last Conjuring film has become the highest grossing entry of the series, more than doubling the gross of the previous top earner. And this finale may be the best written. All the characters have arcs and the Warrens are actually connected to the ghost story. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 437: The Crew's back in the habit while watching Michael Chaves' The Nun II. This installment in The Conjuring series takes forever to get going and deliver the scares. Everything happens in the last 40 minutes, where we get cool goat demons, and a surprising back story for Sister Irene. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 436: The Crew's wondering if all waterbeds come with demons while watching Michael Chaves' The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. This third installment (eighth if you count all the spinoffs) changes things up a bit. The haunted house vibe is gone and replaced with a police procedural. And maybe that diminishes the scares, but the tension is still here and the story feels fresh. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 435: The Crew's wondering when they're gonna get a Ferryman spinoff film, while watching Gary Dauberman's Annabelle Comes Home. This third Annabelle film has so many ghosts, demons, and cursed objects that the backstories and rules get confusing or not explained. But who cares, cause the scares are a plenty, and if one ghost doesn't work for you, the next will. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 434: The Crew's confused on what counts as being part of “the Conjuring universe” while watching Michael Chaves' The Curse of La Llorona. The Warrens are completely absent, but the Annabelle doll and the priest from the first Annabelle film are present… so it counts here. And the franchise should welcome this film, it's a fast paced ghost/monster movie with some great acting. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 433: The Crew's hanging with nuns (out a window at the end of a noose) while watching Corin Hardy's The Nun. This installment in The Conjuring franchise ditches the American haunted house in favor of a creepy gothic church. It's a welcomed change that adds new visuals and characters. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 432: The Crew's giving demons permission to move into their dolls… for a second time, while watching David Sandberg's Annabelle: Creation. This film is a prequel to a prequel that was a spinoff to the first Conjuring film. What could have been a soulless cash grab is invigorated by Sandberg's fresh jump scares and energetic direction. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 431: The Crew's trying to figure out what the deal is with the Crooked Man (is it another demon, the same demon as the nun, a spirit, or an urban legend come to life) while watching James Wan's The Conjuring 2. This is the second Warren film, and while none of the scares are as good as the clap game, the script and story are huge improvements over the first film. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 430: The Crew's buying creepy collectible dolls while watching John Leonetti's Annabelle. This prequel/spin-off of the first Conjuring film is a massive downgrade. Some of the jump scares and set pieces work well (especially the elevator scene), but the acting and direction leave a lot to be desired. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 429: The Crew's playing the clap game while watching James Wan's The Conjuring. This box office hit spawned a massive franchise, and as of today, is the highest grossing horror franchise. James Wan's a master of setup and geography, building some effective suspenseful moments climaxing with a jumpscare. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 428: The Crew's eating 2 meatball subs while watching Kathryn Bigelow's Point Break. This 90's action classic is surprisingly light on the action, and more interested in the vibes and culture of surfing… which is probably what makes the film work. Patrick Swayze, Gary Busey, and Lori Petty are perfectly cast. And the closeups of the actors during the skydiving sequence are still unmatched today. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 427: The Crew's giving the LOVE hand to Charles Laughton's The Night of the Hunter. This hugely influential film is the only time Charles Laughton got behind the camera. It's often categorized as a horror film or a film noir, but it's more in line with a dark kids fantasy (think Labyrinth, replacing muppets with an evil preacher). The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 426: The Crew's wondering how many fourth wall breaks are too many while watching Woody Allen's Annie Hall. This 70's Best Picture winner has so many iconic images, costumes, and jokes. Diane Keaton delivers a funny and charming performance that's so modern for its time. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 424: The Crew thinks Pedro Pascal is the clear choice in a love triangle while watching Celine Song's Materialists. Song's second feature as writer and director is just as layered, funny, heartbreaking, and joyous as her first film, Past Lives. She's able to weave all these emotions in a unique way that invites comparisons to James L Brooks and Woody Allen; her voice is that strong. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 424: The Crew's got their ice skates and samurai swords at the ready while watching Len Wiseman's From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. In this John Wick spinoff, Ana de Armas kicks so much butt, but this script is bad. She deserves a better movie to showcase her rizz and badass training. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 423: The Crew's not letting anyone inside while watching Ryan Coogler's Sinners. This big budget vampire flick exploded at the box office and got audiences excited. We got some nits to pick, but this is a wonderful success story for filmmaking, especially genre filmmaking. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 422: The Crew's getting some ink while watching David Cronenberg's Eastern Promises. This Russian mob film set in London, despite dealing with people and locations we usually don't see in mob films, feels surprisingly familiar. Cronenberg's horror body is limited to onscreen violence and tattoos. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 421: The Crew's drinking Millbrook's finest coffee while watching David Cronenberg's A History of Violence. Cronenberg's first collaboration with Viggo Mortensen proved to be a box-office hit and an even bigger hit with critics… earning two Oscar Nominations and ending up on several Top 10 lists. It's simple mob story has layered meaning that only Cronenberg would want to explore on film. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 420: The Crew's watching David Cronenberg's The Shrouds on their GraveTech app. This morbid techno thriller is right in the Cronenberg wheelhouse, but with surprising amounts of comedy and heartbreaking moments between lovers. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 419: The Crew's birthing their rage while watching David Cronenberg's The Brood. This 1979 body horror film is a little dated now, but it does give you lots to think about and the visuals will stick in your head. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 418: The Crew's running from cartoon monkeys while watching Joe Johnston's Jumanji. This Robin Williams hit from 1995 took over 20 years to spawn a billion dollar film franchise. This first installment was made at a time when CGI had never produced a hairy mammal onscreen, and you can tell. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 417: The Crew's back after an unscheduled break to review John McTiernan's Last Action Hero. This was Schwarzenegger's summer movie follow up to Terminator 2's massive success. Lots of money was spent and expectations were sky high, but the movie turned out to be a box office dud. The film has gained a cult following in the years since. Is it a misunderstood classic or were the critics right? The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 416: The Crew's betting if they can finish watching Donald Petrie's How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey have great chemistry, even when they're playing horrible characters. The direction and photography are impressive, but the script is so bad. Characters show up for one scene with zero payoff, and we're not sure if any character grows or learns anything. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 415: The Crew's making sure Baby isn't in a corner while watching Emile Ardolino's Dirty Dancing. This 80's hit has become a cultural phenomenon and withstood the test of time. The dance montages are magical and the Grey/Swayze chemistry is full of sexy moments. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 414: The Crew's raising their eyebrows at 90's fashion while watching Lawrence Kasdan's French Kiss. This is one of the rare Kasdan films he didn't write, which is fine, cause Kevin Kline and Meg Ryan's performances and their chemistry are the highlight here. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 413: The Crew's getting the big knife while watching Norman Jewison's Moonstruck. This 80's rom com is one of the genres best offerings, thanks to a great script, confident and simple direction, and a cast that brings their characters to life. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 412: The Crew's wishing the full length Dracula musical existed while watching Nicholas Stoller's Forgetting Sarah Marshall. This funny and heartwarming rom-com is Jason Segel's first starring role in a feature film, which he wrote himself. The script is honest with some great performances. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 411: The Crew's wondering where the full moon went while watching Leigh Whannell's Wolf Man. Whannell's second Universal Monster adaptation isn't as good as his Invisible Man, but the movie moves fast, and adds plenty of scares and some good body horror moments (à la Cronenberg's The Fly). The Crew has some problems with the character development. They discuss… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 410: The Crew's pretty sure this is Tarantino's favorite werewolf movie (cause the transformation scene is just feet) while watching George Waggner's The Wolf Man. This atmospheric 1941 film is missing some of the famous werewolf lore (no full moon), but adding to it as well (needing silver to kill the beast). The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 409: The Crew's a little confused on the vampire rules in Robert Eggers' Nosferatu. Rules aside, the Crew's excited for the fourth film from Mr. Eggers, after one of the best directorial debuts of all time with The Witch. It's technically impressive and all the performances are pitch perfect, but some of the Crew has problems with the film's runtime. If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 408: The Crew's wondering how Keanu Reeves didn't get fired while watching Francis Ford Coppola's, Bram Stoker's Dracula. Yes Reeves is horribly miscast, but everyone else is great. The costumes really standout in a film with so many memorable moments and shots. And this may be the most faithful adaptation of the novel; the only big change is the love story, which was added for this film. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 407: The Crew's going silent while watching F.W. Murnau's Nosferatu. This 1922 German silent film was an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula. Stoker's widow sued and the court ordered all prints to be destroyed. But like a vampire, the film has been resurrected, or restored from a few surviving prints. And thank god, cause the film set the blueprint for vampire films and loads of horror films to come. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 406: The Crew's glad Ridley Scott finally got a rhino in the colosseum. This 24 year awaited sequel is out in theaters, and the Crew has some questions about the plot and character development, but zero issues with the production values. Worth the wait? The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 405: The Crew's winning the mob while watching Ridley Scott's Gladiator. This Best Picture winner announced to the world that Russell Crowe was a movie star. He went on to win Best Actor that year and enjoyed a decade of box office hits. Ridley Scott got a career resurgence after a series of box office disappointments or flat out disasters. But does this film hold up after more than twenty years? The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 404: The Crew's eating their favorite Texas BBQ while watching Tobe Hooper's The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This low budget horror flick spawned a franchise and made Tobe Hooper a household name among horror fans. Hooper made the low budget work for the film; the grain and handheld camerawork add to the sense of dread. But make no mistake, this film has incredible dolly shots and the sound is phenomenal. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 403: The Crew's lost in the sewers while watching Carol Reed's The Third Man. This film was voted Best British film of all time by the BFI, and the direction and photography are really strong. But the plot is thin, don't think about it and stare at the pretty pictures. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 402: The Crew's wearing their most buoyant life jackets while watching John Stahl's Leave Her to Heaven. This 40's film noir is in color, which some critics use to point out it isn't a noir. The Crew doesn't solve that debate, but this film is a rarely seen masterpiece. With a terrific chilling performance from Gene Tierney. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
Episode 401: The Crew's wearing their best anklets while watching Billy Wilder's Double Indemnity. This 40's film noir classic has been copied and ripped off ad nauseam. Even if you've never seen it before, nothing will surprise you. It's a victim of its own success. But the cinematography and costume design still look great today. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com
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