The Silver Linings Playlist

We've hinted at it all season long, but in our Season 5 finale, we're going out strong with a film that is absolutely perfect; it's John Carpenter's The Thing from 1982. A tale of paranoia, toxic masculinity, and great facial hair that just feels timeless. Is it Carpenter's best movie? Was Childs assimilated? What happened to Nauls? How many times can we say the words "the Thing" in one episode? We have answers to all of these questions and more in this jam packed episode. Plus, our pitch for a Saturday morning cartoon based on The Thing, remaking this film with the cast of Mean Girls, the wild life of Wilford Brimley, and more are all points of discussion in our final send off of the year before our long hibernation in the arctic.Happy holidays! See you in Season 6.The Thing (1982) stars Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, Richard Dysart, Richard Masur, Donald Moffat, David Clennon, and Keith David. Directed by John Carpenter.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If you can believe it, there's a new Matrix movie on the horizon, so we thought we'd take a look back at one of the more maligned entries in the franchise with 2003's The Matrix Reloaded. Is it a worthy follow up to one of the greatest films of all time? Or is it simply too big for its own good? We'll jack in to decide once and for all. Plus, we unveil HBO's newest tagline, discuss what the city of Zion must smell like, read what is quite possibly the most insane IMDb "trivia" we've ever seen, and, of course, we'll talk about Jet Li's The One (a lot) with special guest John "Houzer' Smith!The Matrix Reloaded stars Keanu Reeves, Harold Perrineau, Carrie-Anne Moss, Nona Gaye, Gloria Foster, Jada Pinkett Smith, Harry Lennix, Laurence Fishburne, Hugo Weaving, and Monica Bellucci. Directed by Lana and Lilly Wachowski.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're in new territory this week as we're covering our first animated feature film, and what better movie to talk about than 1993's Batman: Mask of the Phantasm? It's better than you remember it being and deserves to be in your top Batman films. From the sexual chemistry between The Joker and a lunch meat chopping robot to Alfred's incredible cheekiness (sleepiness?), we'll cover the full spectrum of this great movie. Plus, topics such as whether or not Free Guy is technically a movie, going to the theater on Christmas Day, and why Nathan has the coolest dad are all packed into this fantastic episode with special guest and Adventures in Poor Taste's co-owner David Brook!You can check out the Adventures in Poor Taste Comics Podcast on Apple Podcasts.Batman: Mask of the Phantasm stars Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill, Dana Delany, Hart Bochner, and Abe Vigoda. Directed by Eric Radomski and Bruce Timm.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

2019's Vivarium is a simple movie that is anything but. A dazzling array of beautiful imagery with terrifying implications, it's a thought-provoking new spin on the ever popular “stuck in a loop” trope. But does it work? Come along with us as we lift up the sidewalk to find out. Plus: how Dustin would react if he starred in the film, our unusual Knotfest line-up, the torture of being forced to watch Rob Schneider's stand-up live, and a lot, lot more. Listen to our episode and be released.Vivarium stars Imogen Poots, Jesse Eisenberg, Eanna Hardwicke, and Jonathan Aris. Directed by Lorcan Finnegan.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

It's one of the greatest movies of all time with one of the greatest cast by one the greatest directors. That's right, it's your dad's favorite movie: The Great Escape from John Sturges. It's nearly 60 years old, but this adventure comedy is still one hell of a good time with plenty of laughs and a lot of heart. At a nearly 3 hour runtime, not a minute of this movie is wasted or boring - much like our episode (but thankfully our episode isn't 3 hours long.) Dustin and Nathan sit down to discuss all the highlights of the movie, plus revisiting the great TV shows MXC and Reno 911!, the best method for decapitating an American (if that's what you're into), and a retail horror story from Nathan you won't want to miss.The Great Escape stars Steve McQueen, James Garner, and Richard Attenborough. Directed by John Sturges.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

It's Thanksgiving Week, so we have to talk about one of our favorite Thanksgiving movies ever, which of course is none other than 2002's Spider-Man from director Sam Raimi - don't worry, we'll forgive you if you forgot this is a Thanksgiving movie. While the sequel is lauded as one of the greatest superhero movies of all time, the one that started it all should not be forgotten so easily. This fantastic film set the bar so high that it's the de facto template for the ultimate superhero origin story. Take off your glasses and flex your newly acquired six pack as we discuss the long road to getting the movie made (and all of the less fortunate Spider-Man movies that never were) plus our pitch for a Lonely Island produced Spider-Man flick, Dustin's insane Dunkin Donuts story, the (totally unfair) acquisition of Holy Propaganda by Nathan and Mallie, and much, much more in this episode that's so good, you'll feel “so high” that “you can hear Heaven.”Spider-Man stars Tobey Maguire, Willem Dafoe, Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, Cliff Robertson, and Rosemary Harris. Directed by Sam Raimi.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We tried really, really hard to keep this episode under 2 hours but there's just so much to talk about with this one as it's one of the most disappointing movies of the year. It's the next installment in the new Halloween franchise with the really dumb name: Halloween Kills. Saying we were excited for this movie is an understatement, and boy, were we left down. That being said, there's a lot to discuss - both good and bad - including Michael's master plan that rivals that of Silva from Skyfall, how much Tommy Doyle must love the Misfits, and our pitch for the Endgame level mashup between all of the past characters from the entire Halloween franchise. All of that and more with returning guest and casual Halloween sort-of fan JT Kelly.Halloween Kills stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Judy Greer, Andi Matichak, Will Patton, Thomas Mann, Anthony Michael Hall, Kyle Richards, Nancy Stephens, Charles Cyphers, Nick Castle, and James Jude Courtney. Directed by David Gordon Green.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

The unnamed demon haunting Katie and Micah is the least scary thing happening in 2007's Paranormal Activity. The contents of Micah's fridge, sleeping with the door open, and Katie's obsessive arts and crafts are just some of the horrifying factors that make up this incredibly dull movie. That being said, our episode is anything but. Come on in and hear us discuss Dustin's “Doritos school project” story, the modified Doritovico, and of course, what Micah's favorite flavor of Doritos is.  All of that and more in this hilarious episode featuring guest Ashley McGlothren. Did we mention Doritos?You can check out Southern Haunts and Oh, That's a Scary Movie on Apple Podcasts or wherever get your podcasts.Paranormal Activity stars Katie Featherston, Micah Sloat, and Mark Fredrichs. Directed by Oren Peli.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're slowing things down a bit this week to talk about yet another Stephen King adaptation; this time it's 1983's The Dead Zone starring Christopher Walken. With about four seasons of television worth of material crammed into a less than two hour film, this one's got a lot going on. But fear not; eat your cookies, take our hand, and look deep into our episode as we discuss the film as well as how not to clean your windshield during a storm, how this movie is strikingly similar to The Room, and of course, Christopher Walken impressions.The Dead Zone (1983) stars Christopher Walken, Brooke Adams, Martin Sheen, Herbert Lom, and Tom Skeritt. Directed by David Cronenberg.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If the original Dawn of the Dead is the quintessential zombie movie, the 2004 remake from Zack Snyder is its Monster-drinking, Vans wearing, JUULpod vaping cousin. While it's an entertaining ride with some nasty kills and fun moments, there's little to nothing happening in this film of any substance; and God help you if you're a female character in this movie. But nevertheless, we're duty bound to rip open this aggro zombie flick and let is infect us as we discuss Ana's bizarre rubber ducky collection, Nathan conspicuous sexiness, the ultimate crossover with the Crank universe, and much, much more. Not to mention what is quite possibly our most insane intro ever. All of that and more in this week's episode. Get ready to die!Dawn of the Dead (2004) stars Mekhi Phifer, Sarah Polley, Jake Weber, Ving Rhames, Michael Kelly, Kim Poirier, Ty Burrell, and Kevin Zegers. Directed by Zack Snyder.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

There wouldn't be zombies as we know them without the one who started it all - The Godfather of the Dead himself - George A Romero. And while Night of the Living Dead was an incredible introduction to the world of zombies, nothing stands toe-to-toe with his follow-up a decade later. Dawn of the Dead from 1978 is the pinnacle of zombie movies that still has a message that is relevant to this day. So walk (don't run) to join us as we tear open this movie to see what it's really about, including how we'd defend ourselves during a zombie apocalypse, the story of Scott Reiniger's knighting as an Afghan prince, Mallie's “kill kink”, and a hell of a lot more.Dawn of the Dead (1978) stars David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross. Directed by George A. Romero.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're (finally) on the eve of Halloween Kills, so it seems only fitting that we take a look back at one of the greatest slashers films in recent memory with David Gordon Green's Halloween from 2018. This movie oozes with style and slick direction, and it's truly one of the best legesequels around. But there's so, so much to talk about (as evidenced by the nearly 3 hour runtime of our episode), so as Hawkins tells Sartain in this film: buckle up. Halloween lover-not-expert JT Kelly returns as we have the important discussions like what brand of peanut butter Michael likes best, what's going on with Gerard Way's toenails, and our pitch for Halloween: Knives Out starring Daniel Craig and…Daniel Craig. It's all waiting for you!Halloween (2018) stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Judy Greer, Andi Matichak, Will Patton, Virginia Gardner, Nick Castle, Miles Robbins, Toby Huss, and Jefferson Hall. Directed by David Gordon Green.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

It's official: we're back in spooky season! If you're a fan of our show, you know that in October we like to cover all things horror, and while 2020's Possessor directed by Brandon Cronenberg isn't the scariest movie, it's certainly horrific. This art house sci-fi thriller is a fantastic addition to the Cronenberg family legacy, so strap on your goggles and take a dive with us as we pitch the spin-off film Processor, hear the story of Nathan watching the film with his parents, uncover what this film stole from the Scooby-Doo movie, and a hell of a lot more with special guest (and totally not a serial killer) Josh Browning from The VHS Files Podcast.You can check out The VHS Files on YouTube and Apple Podcasts.Possessor stars Andrea Riseborough, Christopher Abbott, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Sean Bean, Tuppence Middleton, Rossif Sutherland, Gabrielle Graham, and Kaniehtiio Horn. Directed by Brandon Brandon Cronenberg.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

With his next film Dune on the horizon, Denis Villeneuve is a director that “doesn't miss”. And Prisoners is no exception. A incredibly well-paced thriller that covers the difficult subject matter of child abduction, excruciating torture, and toxic masculinity, this is one of best directed, shot, and acted films around. Returning guest Coby Evans joins us to dissect the film and its many facets, plus we ask the big questions: is Hugh Jackman secretly Jason Voorhees? Could Jake Gyllenhaal be any hotter? Is Alex the scamp of the film? Tune in to hear the answers to those questions and more.Prisoners stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Hugh Jackman, Paul Dano, Maria Bello, Melissa Leo, Viola Davis, and Terrence Howard. Directed by Denis Villeneuve.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Boy, where to start on this one. While Prince is undeniably a musical genius that comes along once a generation, his acting skills…not so much. Is Under the Cherry Moon even a movie? Is Prince the femme fatale of the film? Are Tricky and Christopher brothers, cousins, or lovers? There's so many questions left unanswered, but we'll try to figure things out the best we can. Plus, we'll discuss the insane story behind the movie's premiere, who should play Prince in the biopic, how James Cameron may have been influenced by the film, and much, much more in this insanely silly episode.Under the Cherry Moon stars Prince, Jerome Benton, Steven Berkoff, Emmanuelle Sallet, Alexandra Stewart, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Francesca Annis. Directed by Prince.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

There are a lot of themes running throughout 2020's Promising Young Woman; we're just not sure what the ultimate message is. That being said, this is a film that places an uncomfortable mirror in front of the viewer and forces you to look into it. And we'll do our best to try to look inward and address the many problems with the film and ourselves with returning guest Jennie Lee. We'll also discuss the quintessential home decor of your typical East LA douchebag, our Bo Burnham/Freddy Krueger musical pitch, sexist golf clubs, and much more. And lastly; it's totally okay to not like this movie.If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual assault or abuse, the National Sexual Assault Hotline is 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).Promising Young Woman stars Carey Mulligan, Bo Burnham, Alison Brie, Adam Brody, Connie Britton, Jennifer Coolidge, Laverne Cox, Max Greenfield, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Sam Richardson, Molly Shannon, Clancy Brown, Chris Lowell, and Steve Monroe. Directed by Emerald Fennell.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

2002's Resident Evil directed by Paul W. S. Anderson caused a ripple effect amongst the gaming franchise's fanbase that divided the community seemingly in half. While some appreciate the attempt to expand the property beyond the video game consoles, others ridicule the film for what would come after it; a slew of near-lifeless, uninspired, high budget, schlocky sequels that left a bad taste in many a RE fan's mouth. That being said, there's still a lot of good in Anderson's first outing that needs to be reevaluated. So as the release of Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City draws ever near, we're doing just that. Come along with us as we discuss Nathan's love for Korn, which celebrity would most likely be the Wesker of real life, sentient blood, and a plethora of other insane topics all while joined by esteemed guest and Resident Evil guru Nick (better known as Neptune) from The Resident Evil Podcast!Resident Evil stars Milla Jovovich, Michelle Rodriguez, Eric Mabius, James Purefoy, and Martin Crewes. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Well, bitch, summer is coming to an end, and what better way to close it out than by discussing the massive summer blockbuster - and incredibly dreadful - Freddy vs. Jason from 2003? Two titans of the slasher genre are reduced to bumbling doofuses and are plagued by the absolute worst people in this barely-a-movie...movie. So much happens in this 97 minute flick that it took us almost twice as long to dissect it all, so strap in for a wild ride as we discuss everything from magician cops to pegging for feminism, from Freddy wielding the Infinity Gauntlet to objectively the worst 30 seconds in movie history and a hell of a lot more with returning guests Brandi & Jenn! Freddy vs. Jason stars Monica Keena, Kelly Rowland, Jason Ritter, Chris Marquette, Lochlyn Munro, and Robert Englund. Directed by Ronny Yu.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Who doesn't love an aptly named movie? 1996's Sleepers is a 2 hour and 27 minute film with about 12 minutes of story - and even those 12 minutes are virtually unbearable. But that's not to say there aren't some wild moments to talk about. In this week's episode, we'll cover the movie in full plus the undeniable similarities it shares with a famous Stephen King property, the uselessness of the “based on a true story” marketing trope, and the time Dustin drank holy water. All of that and more awaits!Warning: the film Sleepers deals with the topic of child abuse and pedophilia, and our episode covers those subjects in context with how the movie portrays them.Sleepers stars Dustin Hoffman, Minnie Driver, Robert De Niro, Kevin Bacon, Jason Patric, and Brad Pitt. Directed by Barry Levinson.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

In a world filled with multiple billion dollar movies, they can't all be The Avengers or The Lord of the Rings. Some of them are (unfortunately) Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. This one has to be in the top 5 dumbest movies of all time - and we'll dissect every factor that makes it so. So buckle up, because there's a lot to discuss including the wrong way to adopt a child, putting a stop to Colin Trevorrow, how much a dinosaur would feasibly cost, and so much more in this explosive episode with returning guest Michael Moss.Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom stars Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Rafe Spall, Justice Smith, Daniella Pineda, James Cromwell, Isabella Sermon, Toby Jones, Ted Levine, B.D. Wong, Geraldine Chaplin, and Jeff Goldblum. Directed by Juan Antonio Bayona.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

With the recent release of Sir Nicolas Cage's Pig, it's time we reevaluate one of the more recent prestige Cage films with the wild ride that is 2018's Mandy. One-half a psychedelic, slow burn horror film, one-half blood-soaked revenge thriller, this one's a ton of fun. So take some recreational drugs or pop open that vodka bottle and dive down the rabbit hole with us as we debate which Nic Cage character would win in a battle royale, the most insulting movie ending of all time, the best musical score to write to, and a hell of a lot more with returning guest Michael Overby.Mandy's post-credit sceneMandy stars Nicolas Cage, Andrea Riseborough, Linus Roache, Richard Brake and Bill Duke. Directed by Panos Cosmatos.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Life's a funny thing; not this one, though. Despite all the rumors, Life (2017) wasn't a Venom prequel, nor a secret Cloverfield sequel. It was just…fine. That being said, we have a lot to talk about with this one. Is Joseph Gordon-Levitt a good actor? Does Kim Kardashian have a bathroom secret? What would Jurassic Park look like without the dinosaurs? All of that and more - plus, ya know, some of this movie - is discussed in this out of this world episode.Life (2017) stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Rebecca Ferguson, Ryan Reynolds, Hiroyuki Sanada, Ariyon Bakare, Olga Dihovichnaya, Camiel Warren-Taylor, and Naoko Mori. Directed by Daniel Espinosa.Watch “Park” here. And here's our favorite photo regarding how ISS crew members sleep.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

It's been 20 years since the remake and 10 since the reboot, so what better time to dive back into the Apes franchise than now? We already covered the remake way back in episode 2, but now we're finally taking on the original. It's 1968's Planet of the Apes - a movie that seems to be ironically making a statement that's the complete opposite of its intentions. Does this classic sci-fi adventure film hold up? Tune in to find out. Other topics of discussion include Nathan's immaculate recounting of the sequels, the concept of a “dad movie”, lower jaw acting, and much much more. So get your stinkin' paws on this episode, you damn dirty listener!Planet of the Apes (1968) stars Roddy McDowall, Maurice Evans, Charlton Heston, Linda Harrison, and Kim Hunter. Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Finally, after years apart, we're back in the universe of Jimmy - no, wait - James Bond. And with No Time to Die (hopefully) on the horizon, we thought now would be a great time to break open the massive blockbuster that is Casino Royale and see what it's all about with a special crossover featuring the host of the ohsix/ohseven podcast and returning guest Johnny “Utah” Hoffler Jr. If you play your cards right, you may just hear us discuss the power of Fernet Branca, what M's real name is, how Pierce Brosnan pronounces “mojito”, the ultimate Fast Saga crossover pitch, and so much more in this epically long episode. You asked for it, so we delivered.Casino Royale stars Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright, Giancarlo Giannini, and Mads Mikkelsen. Directed by Martin Campbell.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If you thought last week's movie was an odd one, wait until you feast your eyes on 1987's Angel Heart. Somehow simultaneously boring as sin and yet fascinatingly weird, this one's got plenty to talk about - and we'll do just that. So hop on the elevator that's only going down as we discuss Dustin's Lisa Bonet and Jason Momoa stories, Chekov's gumbo, the best part of every diner, and a hell (pun intended) of a lot more.Angel Heart stars Mickey Rourke, Stocker Fontelieu, Lisa Bonet, Robert De Niro, Brownie McGhee, and Charlotte Rampling. Directed by Alan Parker.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Turbo Team assemble! Season 2 of the fantastic Netflix sketch show I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson has just dropped, and we had to talk about it for a Silver Linings Special. Why? Because there's a lot of darkness under the surface of this show which is right up our alley. Nathan and Dustin dissect twelve of the darkest sketches of the series and discuss some truly insane topics, such as babies not feeling pain, Nathan's love of all things Garfield, the worst thing you can do as a parent, and so much more. We think you should…click play.I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson stars Tim Robinson and a ton of guests including Will Forte, Steven Yeun, Vanessa Bayer, Fred Willard, Tim Heidecker and Kate Berlant. Created by Zach Kanin and Tim Robinson.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're back in the saddle with the premiere of Season 5, and in keeping with our Aronofsky tradition, we kick off the season by doing some long division to try to find the end result of Pi. Did this film indirectly influence The Matrix? What's going on with those ants? And why did so many metal bands from the early 2000s sample this movie? We'll get to the bottom of all of that, plus we'll discuss the theory that Mark Margolis is a vampire, the laws regarding wearing a hat in your dreams, the strange distribution rights to Phantasm II, and so much more. And to top it all off, we'll introduce our new permanent co-host (and fantastic past guest) Nathan Simmons. It's about to get weird, y'all.Pi stars Ben Shenkman, Sean Gullette, Stephen Pearlman, Mark Margolis, and Pamela Hart. Directed by Darren Aronofsky.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

In Part Two of our last episode before we sign off for the year, Dustin and JT cover all of the other Shining related releases, including Room 237, the Making ‘The Shining' documentary, the sequel Doctor Sleep, and the 1997 mini-series. We'll pitch our dream Kubrick movie, reveal which actor in the mini-series once played Osama Bin Laden, tease the off-season bonus episodes to come, and a hell of a lot more.The Shining stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Scatman Crothers, and Danny Lloyd. Directed by Stanley Kubrick.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Come play with us in our Season 04 finale with the enduring, enthralling, and always entertaining The Shining from 1980. While Mallie was unfortunately unable to voice his thoughts on the film for this episode, past guest JT Kelly joins Dustin for a 3-hour love fest of one of the most influential horror films of all time. In Part One of our finale, we'll cover the movie itself, plus JT's many, many questions regarding hedge mazes, Dick Hallorann's impeccable choice of wall decor, naming your daughter Freddy, and so, so much more.Be on the look out for Part Two dropping later this week where we'll cover Room 237, the documentary Making 'The Shining', Doctor Sleep, the 1997 mini-series, and of course our silver linings for the film.And lastly, thank you so, so much for another fantastic season. See you in Season 05 in 2021!The Shining stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Scatman Crothers, and Danny Lloyd. Directed by Stanley Kubrick.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're diverting slightly for this week's Spooky Linings entry to tackle another film in the Wizarding World Universe. From the sinking of the Titanic to visions of Auschwitz, there's simultaneously a lot and nothing at all happening in 2018's Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - a movie that's 2 hours too long. We'll try to make sense of the non-sensical timeline this film establishes, plus how to identify evil children early on, the problematic takes that have been spewing from JK Rowling's mouth recently, the secret dark side of the Niffler, and much more with returning guests Michael Moss and Jennie Lee!Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald stars Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Alison Sudol, Dan Fogler, Jude Law, Ezra Miller, Johnny Depp, Zoë Kravitz, Callum Turner, Claudia Kim, and Carmen Ejogo. Directed by David Yates.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're keeping the spooky train rolling this week with an episode that is THICC: thicc runtime, thicc serial killer, and two thicc guests. It's 1995's Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers. And boy, what a shit show this film is. We'll try to make sense of both versions of this nonsensical mess, plus we ponder what Michael Myers's fuck style is like, we discover the undeniable and striking similarities this movie has to The Rise of Skywalker, we discuss the insane story regarding Dannielle Harris's “involvement” with the film, and a ton more with newcomer JT Kelly and returning guest Nathan Simmons in an episode that's longer than the movie itself.Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers stars Donald Pleasence, Paul Rudd, Marianne Hagan, and Mitch Ryan. Directed by Joe Chappelle.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We're in a new era of the show, having now surpassed the almighty 100th episode. And how do we celebrate? By bringing back something we haven't done since Season 01: a whole month of horror and horror-adjacent movies! And we're kicking things off not with a bang but with a fizzle of a movie; it's 2005's Hide and Seek. How does a movie starring Robert De Niro and Dakota Fanning manage to be so boring? We'll find out with very special guests Brandi Dewberry and Jenn Paulemon. Plus, we take a retrospective look back at the very problematic series Nip/Tuck, we'll discuss the intricacies of DoesTheDogDie.com, and we freak out over the extremely excessive suicide of Brian Cox in The Ring. All of this and a ton more.Hide and Seek stars Amber McDonald, Dylan Baker, Dakota Fanning, Robert De Niro, Melissa Leo, Famke Janssen, Amy Irving, Robert John Burke, and Elisabeth Shue. Directed by John Polson.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

We did it! 100 episodes! And what better way to cap off such a milestone than with a glorified snuff film. It's 2004's The Passion of the Christ, directed by known anti-Semite Mel Gibson. Is it a movie? Only by the strictest definition. We'll discuss the film in its entirety, plus the invention of chairs, “cursed” movies, the upcoming sequel, and a hell of a lot more with special guest Adam Kanfer! To our Jewish listeners, g'mar chatima tovah, and have an easy fast!And finally, thank you all for 100 episodes and 4 years of podcasting! It's been a wild ride, but we're far from done. Stay tuned for (at least) 100 more!The Passion of the Christ stars Mattia Sbragia, Maia Morgenstern, Hristo Shopov, James Caviezel, Francesco Cabras, Luca Lionello, Monica Bellucci, Claudia Gerini and Rosalinda Celentano. Directed by Mel Gibson.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

This week on the show is a truly great one as we crack open (with a wrench) the 2010 action packed superhero tale Super from director James Gunn. Ten years on, does this hilariously dark, downbeat comedy about an unlikely “hero” hold up? We'll find out and we'll also talk about the insane original choice for Kevin Bacon's character, Ellen Page's “likeness”, hentai TV channels, and much much more with guest Coby Evans. And remember, if you see crime happening, tell it to shut up!Super stars Ellen Page, Rainn Wilson, Liv Tyler, Gregg Henry, Rob Zombie, Kevin Bacon, Nathan Fillion, William Katt and Michael Rooker. Directed by James Gunn.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Sandler's back, baby! This week we're keeping the A24 train rolling as we break open the 2019 crime thriller Uncut Gems from the Safdie Brothers. If this movie doesn't keep you on the edge of your seat, you should definitely check your pulse. We've got a ton of stuff to talk about in this jam packed episode, including the many talents of Julia Fox, Mallie's deep love for healthy colons, Dustin's story about meeting The Weeknd, and a lot, lot more.Plus, an insanely awesome bonus after the closing music as special guest Gabe Goldstein (editor) joins us to talk about working on both trailers for the film, the secret Howard Ratner Spotify playlist, the HBO drama I Know This Much is True, and a ton of other stuff.Uncut Gems stars Adam Sandler, Julia Fox, LaKeith Stanfield, Kevin Garnett, Idina Menzel, Eric Bogosian, Mike Francesa, and Judd Hirsch. Directed by Benny & Josh Safdie.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

What can be said about 2013's Under the Skin that hasn't already been said? Well, we may have found a few things. This truly cerebral indie film isn't for everyone but may offer a lot to those brave enough to venture into its strange foray of science fiction. We'll try to decipher what exactly the movie is about, plus we'll breakdown people that tattoo their own names on their skin, the audacity of chewing gum during a sexual assault, how terrible Scottish television looks, and plenty more.Under the Skin stars Scarlett Johansson, Paul Brannigan, Robert J. Goodwin, Kryštof Hádek, Michael Moreland, Scott Dymond, and Jeremy McWilliams. Directed by Jonathan Glazer.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

“Insane” doesn't even begin to describe the 1998 black-comedy Very Bad Things. Violent deaths, unlikable characters, and bizarre music choices are just some of the factors that make this film a truly “seeing is believing” situation - and not in a good way. Guest Sam Weisberg joins us to try to understand just what happened, as well as why wedding rehearsal dinners are a scam, the timeline of Jeremy Piven's hairline, forced adoptions, and a ton more.You should also check out Sam's website Hidden Films.Very Bad Things stars Jeremy Piven, Daniel Stern, Cameron Diaz, Jon Favreau, Jeanne Tripplehorn, and Christian Slater. Directed by Peter Berg.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

How do you top a movie that's already over the top? Shocking tongues with car batteries, melting breast implants, and keeping heads alive in aquariums are a good start. 2009's Crank: High Voltage is the sequel we didn't deserve but the one we needed. We'll dissect the movie, plus we write the (perfect) script for Crank 3 in real time, list the one Bai Ling IMDb credit that makes Nathan do a spit take, discuss how terrible Panama City Beach is (sorry, citizens of PCB), and a ton more with returning guest Nathan Simmons.Crank: High Voltage stars Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Clifton Collins Jr., Efren Ramirez, Bai Ling, David Carradine, and Dwight Yoakam. Directed by Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If you only had one hour to live, what would you do? Snort coke, drive a car through a mall, and have sex with your partner in a crowded shopping area? Maybe not, but that's what Chev Chelios decides to do in one of the most insane low-budget action movies of all time: 2006's Crank. Does it hold up? We'll find out with returning guest Nathan Simmons as we break open the film. Plus: horny pigeons, the insane current state of Noel Gugliemi's IMDb page, deciphering Nathan's “turtle sex bathroom” note, and a ton more topics are covered in this full throttle episode.Stay tuned after the closing music for a special bonus that didn't quite make the episode but is well worth your time.Crank stars Jason Statham, Amy Smart, Jose Pablo Cantillo, Efren Ramirez, and Dwight Yoakam. Directed by Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If Joker's an example of a villain-led movie done right, then certainly Brightburn from the same year is its antithesis. An interesting starting point that's weighed down by its dumb characters, boring plot, and lack of imagination. But hey, at least the deaths are cool. We'll breakdown what exactly went wrong, as well as the James Gunn/Disney controversy, Mallie's plan to completely derail Dustin's career, punchable faces, and a hell of a lot more.Brightburn stars Elizabeth Banks, David Denman, Jackson A. Dunn, Christian Finlayson and Emmie Hunter. Directed by David Yarovesky.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

What constitutes a “dangerous” movie? And does 2019's Joker qualify as one? While a lot of controversy surrounded the film even before its release, Joaquin Phoenix turns in one of hell of a performance as the Clown Prince of Crime. We'll gush over (almost) all facets of the movie, plus how to beat the paparazzi, making a case for Leto's Joker, the limits of Halloween costumes if you have a beard, and plenty more.Joker stars Joaquin Phoenix, Zazie Beetz, Robert De Niro, Brett Cullen, Frances Conroy, Douglas Hodge, Shea Whigham, and Marc Maron. Directed by Todd Phillips.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

This week on the program we get back to our more light-hearted and jovial selves with a movie that's insanely violent and balls to the wall fun. It's John Wick: Chapter 2; a sequel that had a lot riding on it and (mostly) managed to succeed. We'll break down the movie's cliffhanger ending, plus our pitch for a Freddy vs. Jason sequel, the obsession with underground raves in movies of the 2000s, the one thing this franchise gets completely wrong throughout all three films, and a hell of a lot more.John Wick: Chapter 2 stars Keanu Reeves, Bridget Moynahan, Ruby Rose, Ian McShane, Laurence Fishburne, John Leguizamo, Lance Reddick, and Thomas Sadoski. Directed by Chad Stahelski.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propagand

This week on the show we're breaking new ground as we tackle our first documentary: 2011's How to Die in Oregon. Should a person in perpetual pain be allowed to take their own life? That's the moral, ideological, and religious debate at the center of this incredible film that dives into the lives of Cody Curtis, Nancy Niedzielski, and others that have been affected by the Death with Dignity Act. Dustin and Mallie share their own experiences of people they knew that committed suicide, Dustin's humorous “persuasive speech” story, Mallie's Butch Cassidy-inspired “what if?” plans for his death, and much more.RIP to Cody Curtis. 1955 - 2009.Warning: this episode covers the topic of suicide, both physician assisted and not. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or exhibiting suicidal mannerisms, we encourage you to seek help. The National Suicide Prevent Lifeline can be reached 24/7 at 1-800-273-8255. For more information about Death with Dignity, please go to DeathWithDignity.org.How to Die in Oregon stars Cody Curtis and other individuals as themselves. Directed by Peter Richardson.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Quarantine life doesn't get more real than two men stuck on a desolate island looking after a lighthouse in the 19th century. This week on the program, put down your beans and listen up as we're reaching into the light of 2019's The Lighthouse. Is it just a movie about two men going insane, or is it much deeper than that? We'll find out with returning guest John “Johnny Utah” Hoffler, plus the greatest movie mustaches of all time, the horrors of shark vaginas, boring your stalkers to death, and much, much more.The Lighthouse stars Willem Dafoe, Robert Pattinson, and Valeriia Karaman. Directed by Robert Eggers.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Breaking news: if you're as mad as hell, and you're not gonna take it anymore, then you're in for a treat as we dive into 1976's Network. An unintentional satire of news and media has never felt more relevant than today, so on this week's episode, we'll cover all facets about the movie, as well as health concerns in the ‘70s, the infamous “Morning After” photo, revisiting our early episodes, and plenty more with guest Jennie Lee.Network stars Faye Dunaway, William Holden, Peter Finch, Robert Duvall, Wesley Addy, and Ned Beatty. Directed by Sidney Lumet.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

If you're looking for a film that goes from Wicker Man to Silent Hill in sixty seconds, boy do we have a movie for you. Gareth Evans writes, directs, and edits the 2018 cult horror thriller Apostle, streaming now on Netflix, and the less we tell you about it the better. But if you've seen it, we invite you to join us on our episode this week as we cover everything there is to talk about the film, plus goat tossing, Dustin and Mallie's biggest fears, secret werewolf movies, and a hell of a lot more.Apostle stars Dan Stevens, Lucy Boynton, Michael Sheen, Kristine Froseth, Annes Elwy, Mark Lewis, and Elen Rhys. Directed by Gareth Evans.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

It's been called “The Wizard of Oz for perverts”, and boy, does 2019's Midsommar deliver. A psychedelic horror film that takes place almost exclusively in the daytime is a bold pitch as it is, but the final result is a beautifully macabre tale of grief, empathy, and discovering what family truly is. Fast and Furious: eat your heart out. On this episode, we'll discuss every aspect of the film, plus the great peanut butter debate, purchasing your very own bear in a cage, the anxiety of playing Ring Around the Rosie, and a whole lot more await.Midsommar stars Florence Pugh, Jack Reynor, Will Poulter, William Jackson Harper, and Anna Åström. Directed by Ari Aster.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Sometimes an experiment works; sometimes it doesn't. A Scanner Darkly from 2006 is an enigma as it somehow manages to do both simultaneously. A commercial and box office failure, this cult classic still manages to be an entertaining and visually incredible piece of work. John Malkovich's secret movie that won't premiere until 2115, rebooting Frisky Dingo, and Winona Ryder's weird love for men named Bob are just some of the topics of discussion on this week's episode as we break open A Scanner Darkly. Hi, FBI!A Scanner Darkly stars Keanu Reeves, Robert Downey Jr., Woody Harrelson, Winona Ryder, and Rory Cochrane. Directed by Richard Linklater.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

You've sensed it. You've seen the signs. Now…it's happening (but only to some people, for whatever reason.) 2008's The Happening was just one of the red flags that M. Night Shyamalan was on the downward spiral, and it deserves another analyzation to understand just what went wrong. We'll figure out what happened, plus how face-waterfalls lead to adoptions, Dustin's scandalous high school play story, Mallie's affinity for animated characters, and a hell of a lot more with special guest Nathan Simmons.The Happening stars Mark Wahlberg, Betty Buckley, Zooey Deschanel, John Leguizamo, Spencer Breslin, and Ashlyn Sanchez. Directed by M. Night Shyamalan.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

No amount of preface can prepare you for the insanity that is 2019's Parasite, so…we won't bother. Just listen to this week's episode as we discuss the film, as well as the 2020 Oscars, Dustin's “parasite” childhood, the patronizing of essential workers, and much much more. Respect!Parasite stars Song Kang-Ho, Lee Sun-Kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, Choi Woo-shik, Park So-dam, Lee Jung-eun, and Chang Hyae-jin. Directed by Bong Joon Ho.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda

Listen to the experts: remain indoors! What's the worst that could happen? Well, 2008's Quarantine shows us exactly that. This somewhat forgettable found footage horror movie may have a lot more to offer than you remember. Is it worth a rewatch? We'll let you know. Plus, movies that spoil the ending in the trailer, hacked Twitter accounts, the amazing stunt work of Jeannie Epper, and a hell of a lot more is covered in our discussion.Quarantine stars Jennifer Carpenter, Jay Hernandez, Columbus Short, Greg Germann, Steve Harris, Dania Ramirez, Rade Šerbedžija, and Johnathon Schaech. Directed by John Erick Dowdle.If you enjoy what we do, please subscribe to our show, and leave us a rating and some feedback as well!Like us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterCatch up with us on InstagramJoin the discussion on our subredditBrought to you by HOLY Propaganda