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Recorded - 8/17/2025 On Episode 335 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we wrap up our summer study of 2010 by giving the full deep dive treatment to our Pinot winner for Best Picture. Does The Social Network age well? How excited are we for the upcoming sequel? Who gave the better supporting performance? Did Jesse Eisenberg peak in 2010? We also review the sequel to a surprise hit from a few years ago in Nobody 2. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching"The Onion Field" - Zach Review (7:20)"Crazy on the Outside" & "The Knife" - Todd Reviews (13:00)"Joy", "Americana", & "Night Always Comes" - Terry Reviews (23:20)"Nobody 2" - Featured Review (34:00)"THE SOCIAL NETWORK" 2010 PINOT BEST PICTURE DEEP DIVE"The Social Network" Trivia (50:00)First Impressions (1:05:00)Mt Rushmore: Movie/TV Twins (1:32:30)Recasting "The Social Network" (1:46:00)Highest WAR, Worst Performance (2:02:00)Minor Character Triumvirate, Tripod of Depravity (2:15:00)Best Scene, Gripes and Conspiracies (2:26:30)LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (2:37:20)Find AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Movie Melt's cheer squad is back on the megaphone for the booger-sugar-fueled camp comedy Gimme an ‘F'. Expect pom-poms, pee-pee-filled balloons, saucy Mad Max role-play, new wave cheerleaders, the Jan Hammer soundtrack, and enough dazzling dance routines to knock your pom-poms off.This criminally underseen gem's got male cheerleaders breakdancing-in-wet-tightie-whities-while-doing-Gymkata-on-the-water-pipes — for a full five minutes — during a shower scene!! Give me a B! Give me an O! Give me an N-E-R! What's that spell? BONE… errr, never mind! Plus: What We've Been Watching, our favorite documentaries, And More! Join our Patreon if you can! Hey, why not call us on our hotline? (724) 246-4669!
When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at the exact same time, a community is left wondering who or what is behind their disappearance. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and Zach Cregger's sophomore feature film, Weapons (2025). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:17) Back of the Box/Recommendations (8:50) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (12:25) Rotten Tomatoes (77:20) Trivia (88:33) Cooter of the Week (90:52) What We've Been Watching (1:40:15) Hotline Scream: (1:51:30) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 8/10/2025 On Episode 334 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we finish up our look back 15 years to the films of 2010 as we reveal how we voted on the major awards of the 2010 Pinots. Before that, we review the latest psycho/horror film to be a hit in theaters and count down the most disappointing experiences each of us has had in movie theaters. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching"Suddenly" - Todd Liotta Meter Karen Review (7:35)"Dexter: Resurrection" - Todd TV Review (11:50)"Freakier Friday" - Zach Review (14:50)"Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" - Zach Review (19:00)"Howl's Moving Castle" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review (22:30)"The Bad Guys 2" - Terry Review (24:50)"Weapons" - Featured Review (26:45)"Weapons" SPOILER REVIEW (41:55)Power Rankings: Disappointing Movie Theater Experiences (49:15)Honorable Mentions & Guessing Adam's List (1:34:40)2010 PINOTS MAJOR AWARD WINNERS (1:49:15)Quote of the Day (2:33:05)To see the full list of our 2010 Pinot winners and nominees, visit our website: http://almostsideways.com/Almost%20Sideways%20Awards/2010/Almost%20Sideways%20Awards.htmlFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
It's time to head back to Star Trek... sorta! Fulfilling a request from our dear friend, Daryl Ewry, we unpack Galaxy Quest! Not only is it hilarious but there is a LOT of spectacular writing in a brilliant screenplay here and we will talk about it all! We also break down our segment of There Can Be Only One with the cast of Galaxy Quest. So don't forget your Beryllium Spheres, make sure you have the right communicator, and don't just open that door, is there air??! You don't know! Today on The Movie Defenders podcast it's time for Galaxy Quest! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:28:42 There Can Be Only One 01:01:02 Galaxy Quest Discussion Begins 01:30:18 The Convention 01:47:25 "You are our last hope..." 02:04:05 Beam me up 02:13:56 1st Showdown 02:22:02 Guy Flips Out 02:27:57 The Truth is Revealed 02:47:03 Heroes for Real Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast
(00:00:00) Will Spider-Man Brand New Day Have Too Many Villains? : GV 673 (00:21:24) What We've Been Watching (00:51:30) Spider Man 4 (01:46:23) Star Wars (02:03:35) Trailers Join us for our 10 Year Celebration On GV Day this Saturday, 10 Hour Stream that starts at 10AM PST!TOPICSTopics -What We've Been Watching-Trivia Team Wheel Spin-Spider-Man News Galore!More Brand New Day Rumors 3 Concerning Zendaya's Role, Tone, and More Villains. New Spider-Verse Films -Star Wars, Matt Smith Cast As Starfighter Villain, Post Episode 9 Universe Plans-Trailers Peacemaker Season 2, Rental Family, Shelby Oaks, Him, Conjuring Last Rites, Cold Storage, & More!Enjoy Ad-Free, Early, & Exclusive Episodes! https://www.patreon.com/GeekVerseSupport Our Patreon To Help Us Grow The Podcast and Create New Content Guest On Shows, Pick Films For Us To Review, Send Topics & More!GeekVerse.ca is where you can find all the info on the show and where you can find it!Come Chat With The Hosts, Join Our Discord! https://discord.gg/4YpzuCemBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/geekverse-podcast--4201268/support.
Three high school friends gain superpowers after making an incredible discovery underground. Soon they find their lives spinning out of control and their bond tested as they embrace their darker side. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss found footage horror movies, super villain origins, and the surprise hit film, Chronicle (2012). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:05) Back of the Box/Recommendations (12:10) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (18:55) Rotten Tomatoes (66:50) Trivia (76:00) Cooter of the Week (83:35) What We've Been Watching (91:35) Hotline Scream: (97:50) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 8/3/025 On Episode 333 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review one of our most anticipated comedies of the summer as well as a Sundance favorite. Then we dive into a David Fincher classic that asked the all-important question ... "WHAT'S IN THE BOX?!?" Does the movie hold up 30 years later? Check it out! Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching"Breathless" - Todd Liotta Meter Karen Review (8:20)"Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight" & "A House in the Hills" - Zach Reviews (13:00)"The Bridges of Madison County", "Nixon", & "Transamerica" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Reviews (20:00)"The Naked Gun" - Featured Review (31:10)"Together" - Featured Review (47:10)"SE7EN" 30TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE"Se7en" Trivia (56:00)First Impressions (1:15:10)Mt. Rushmore: Movie/TV Boxes (1:42:30)Recasting "Se7en" (1:49:30)Highest WAR, Worst Performance (2:04:20)Minor Character Triumvirate, Tripod of Depravity (2:13:30)Best Scene, Gripes and Conspiracies (2:26:00)LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (2:31:45)Find AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
This movie features four ancient Japanese folktales with supernatural themes. All segments are based on stories collected and translated by Lafcadio Hearn in various books from the early 20th century. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Japanese ghosts, ancient Samurai battles, and cursed tea in Masaki Kobayashi's, Kwaidan (1964). Show Notes: Housekeeping (3:50) Back of the Box/Recommendations (9:55) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (17:40) Rotten Tomatoes (75:30) Trivia (84:22) Cooter of the Week (92:00) What We've Been Watching (96:00) Hotline Scream: (105:40) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
The biggest movie of the year is here and The Movie Defenders bring you our review like only we can. This time, with help from our dear friend Amy Cass, Production Manager at Warner Brothers Animation, who helped make the first chapter of the DCU, Creature Commandos. Amy brings her unique perspective and experience to the show as we play scenes, get nostalgic, and maybe almost cry. We interview Amy to begin the show and then dive into all the Superman goodness there is by playing scenes right from the film. So grab your red boots, don't mess around with a pocket universe, and keep those drones away from Krypto! It's time for Superman on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:22:09 Interview with Amy Cass 01:18:31 Superman Discussion Starts 01:56:58 The Hammer of Boravia 02:10:43 Lois Interviews Superman 02:40:01 The Message 02:56:49 Superman Has to Save Krypto 03:05:08 Superman in Lex's Prison 03:13:51 Lex Interrogates Superman 03:30:50 Pa Kent and Clark 03:49:34 Clark's Humanity 03:59:26 Supergirl and Krypto Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast
A group of friends are terrorized by a stalker who knows about a gruesome incident from their past. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss summer slashers, small seaside towns, and the latest legacy sequel to hit theaters, I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025). Show Notes: Housekeeping (5:18) Back of the Box/Recommendations (13:12) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (16:45) Rotten Tomatoes (70:00) Cooter of the Week (76:55) What We've Been Watching (83:52) Hotline Scream: (91:50) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 7/13/2025 & 7/19/2025 On Episode 331 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, Todd and Adam review the latest Ari Aster wild ride in Eddington. Then, Terry joins in for a deep dive of an all time classic. Why is Back to the Future a top 100 movie for Adam? Why haven't Terry and Todd seen it much? What are the best time travel movies of all time? Why does Adam's interest crash out? Listen to find out! Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(7:20) "The Mosquito Coast" - Adam For Explorer Review(13:45) "Opus" - Adam Review(18:05) "The River Murders" - Todd Liotta Meter Karen Review(23:25) "Eddington" - Featured Review(44:50) "BACK TO THE FUTURE" 40TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(49:00) "Back to the Future" Trivia(1:03:00) First Impressions(1:10:30) Mt. Rushmore: Time Travel Movies(1:16:55) Recasting "Back to the Future"(1:33:55) Highest WAR, Worst Performance(1:38:15) Minor Character Triumvirate, Tripod of Depravity(1:45:25) Best Scene, Scenes We Missed, Least Interesting Character(1:52:00) Final Thoughts, LVP, MVP(2:00:00) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
In a violent future in Detroit, murdered police officer Alex Murphy is resurrected as Robocop, a powerful cyborg law enforcer. As he fights crime he begins to uncover memories of his past and seeks revenge on those that murdered him. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Reaganomics, privatized police forces, and Paul Verhoeven's, Robocop (1987). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:45) Back of the Box/Recommendations (12:00) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (20:15) Rotten Tomatoes (75:55) Trivia (82:15) Cooter of the Week (91:40) What We've Been Watching (99:02) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 7/12/2025 On Episode 330 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, Terry and Todd are joined by Adam to review the reboot attempt of the DC Universe in Superman. Then, we deep dive the controversial Best Picture winner from 20 years ago. Should Crash have won Best Picture? How has it aged over the last 20 years? Has there ever been another movie where the character names mean less? Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(9:00) "Crossing Over" - Todd & Adam Review - Liotta Meter Karen / Ford Explorer(19:00) Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd" - Adam Review(22:10) "45 Years" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(28:15) "Abraham's Boys" - Terry Review(32:05) "Superman" - Featured Review"CRASH" 20TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(52:35) "Crash" Deep Dive(1:10:05) First Impressions & Thoughts(1:36:40) Mt. Rushmore: Best Pictures That Lost Best Director(1:47:05) Recasting "Crash"(2:02:20) Highest WAR, Worst Performance(2:08:45) Minor Character Triumvirate, Tripod of Depravity(2:20:40) Best Scene, Scenes We Missed(2:28:15) Gripes, Conspiracies, Final Thoughts(2:33:15) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
It's Pop Girl Summer on the show as the guys discuss Mariah Carey's epic tale of fame... Glitter. Why does Carey play such an empty husk of a character? This took place in the 1980s!? Late Nite Live? Give me a break. And how about that wild, dark ending? Next week: Pop Girl Summer concludes. What We've Been Watching: 28 Years Later "Ironheart" Patreon: www.patreon.com/wwttpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/wwttpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwttpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwttpodcast Theme Song recorded by Taylor Sheasgreen: www.facebook.com/themotorleague Logo designed by Mariah Lirette: www.instagram.com/its.mariah.xo Montrose Monkington III: www.twitter.com/montrosethe3rd Glitter stars Mariah Carey, Max Beesley, Da Brat, Tia Texada, Valarie Pettiford, Ann Magnuson, Padma Lakshmi and Terrence Howard; directed by Vondie Curtis-Hall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two storm chasers on the brink of divorce must work together to create an advanced weather alert system by putting themselves in the cross hairs of extremely violent tornadoes. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss tumultuous weather patterns, the problematic directing style of Jan de Bont, and Bill “Hips Don't Lie” Paxton in, Twister (1996). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:05) Back of the Box/Recommendations (11:45) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (16:50) Rotten Tomatoes (63:30) Trivia (70:25) Cooter of the Week (79:40) What We've Been Watching (87:15) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 7/6/2025 On Episode 329 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we dive into the awesomely iconic and entertaining 4th installment in the Rocky franchise. Is Ivan Drago the greatest Russian villain in film history? Did Rocky singlehandedly end the Cold War? Is Duke a better trainer than Mickey? All great questions we discuss! We also review the latest installment in the Jurassic franchise. Where does Rebirth fall in the franchise? Did Zach like it just because it's Scarlett Johansson? Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(8:50) "Daisies" & "A Minecraft Movie" - Zach Reviews(14:30) "The Last Shot" - Todd Liotta Meter Karen Review(19:20) "Racing Extinction" & "Dog Man" - Terry Reviews(25:30) "Jurassic World: Rebirth" - Featured Review"ROCKY IV" 40TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(44:30) Rocky IV Trivia(58:10) First Impressions(1:21:30) Mt. Rushmores: Russian Bad Guys & Main Characters Who Die in the First Act(1:42:20) Recasting Rocky IV(1:54:40) Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character Triumvirate(2:08:20) Tripod of Depravity, Best Scene, Other Random Thoughts(2:29:00) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
When two bumbling employees at a medical supply warehouse accidentally release a deadly gas into the air, the vapors cause the dead to rise again as zombies. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss why brains are so delicious, Linnea Quigley's dance moves, and the greatest punk rock, horror-comedy ever made, Return of the Living Dead (1985). Show Notes: Housekeeping (6:10) Back of the Box/Recommendations (10:52) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (17:10) Rotten Tomatoes (68:02) Trivia (73:55) Cooter of the Week (85:26) What We've Been Watching (95:08) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 6/29/2025 On Episode 328 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we look at this week's two big releases. Why is F1 a hit? Why is M3GAN 2.0 not a hit? We then look at the halfway point of the year and give the best and worst we have seen thus far. To celebrate F1 and its legendary producer, we count down the greatest performances in the Jerry Bruckheimer projects. Last, we Come to the Stable a classic musical recently featured in the film The Life of Chuck. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(11:50) "The Line" - Todd Liotta Meter Karen Review(17:35) "Straight Outta Compton" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(23:25) "Sirens" - Zach Netflix TV Show Review(28:50) "F1: The Movie" - Featured Review(52:50) "M3GAN 2.0" - Featured Review(1:05:20) Spotlight: 2025 Mid-Year Report(1:22:00) Power Rankings: Performances in Jerry Bruckheimer Projects(1:50:50) Honorable Mentions & Guessing Adam's List(1:57:40) "Cover Girl" - Come to the Stable Review(2:12:55) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Today with our amazing friend Stephanie Ewry, we celebrate the work of one of the greatest comedians of all time by breaking down the incredible Robin Williams in Good Morning, Vietnam. In what is arguably his best performance, Robin does what Robin does... make us laugh. And that's what we do the entire show today! We also pick each of our Top 5 Robin Williams films of all time. So get out the vinyl records, don't start the jeep if it's already running, and keep the MD PC on the QT or we might end up MIA or put on KP... it's time for Good Morning, Vietnam on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:29:25 Top 5 Robin Williams Movies 00:57:53 Good Morning, Vietnam Discussion Begins 01:35:51 1st Time On the Air 01:43:52 And if you doooooooooooooo 01:53:21 Teaching English 02:04:36 Fake News 02:22:09 Frenchie Bombs 02:29:38 Fan Mail 02:35:11 Meet the Troops 02:51:32 Confronting Tuan 03:02:39 Goodbye, Vietnam Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast
Recorded - 6/22/2025 On Episode 327 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the newest Pixar release. Where does it rank in the storied filmography of the film studio? Did they intentionally sabotage the marketing for Elio? We then go back 20 years to one of Zach's favorite films of all time. Does Amy Adams's breakout performance hold up after 20 years? Does anyone agree with Zach that Junebug is an all time great movie? Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(6:30) "Amy" (Oscar watch) & "The Unholy Trinity" - Terry Reviews(13:00) "Bee Movie" (Liotta watch) & "28 Years Later" - Todd Reviews(19:40) "Close-Up" - Zach Review(25:40) "Elio" - Featured Review"JUNEBUG" 20TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(44:30) "Junebug" Trivia(56:50) First Impressions(1:17:10) Mt. Rushmore: Carolina-Set Movies(1:32:00) Recasting "Junebug"(1:48:20) Highest WAR Performance, Worst Performance, Minor Character Triumvirate(2:02:40) Tripod of Depravity, Best Scene, Gripes and Conspiracies(2:15:30) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
A mother and daughter must confront a terrifying monster when they break down on a deserted road. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss the early days of A24, parental trauma, and Bryan Bertino's, The Monster (2016). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:25) Back of the Box/Recommendations (11:30) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (15:50) Rotten Tomatoes (66:46) Cooter of the Week (73:45) What We've Been Watching (79:35) Hotline Scream: (97:20) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 6/15/2025 On Episode 326 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review two of our most anticipated films of the summer. One is a follow up to an indie breakout hit while the other won a prestigious film festival prize last year. Both reviews were split. Who liked what? Then we count down the worst endings in movies we still consider good. There are some controversial takes! Then, in our Come to the Stable segment, we review a film from 50 years ago that has been instrumental on many filmmakers throughout the years. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(7:30) "The Identical" - Todd Liotta Meter Review(11:50) "Vulcanizadora" - Zach Review(16:45) "The Hunting Ground" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(24:05) "Materialists" - Featured Review(47:30) "The Life of Chuck" - Featured Review(1:07:00) Power Rankings: Bad Endings to Good Movies(2:05:50) Honorable Mentions & Guessing Adam's List(2:19:30) "Cooley High" - Come to the Stable Review(2:35:45) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
It's summertime! What better way to kick off the summer season with some incredible summertime nostalgia and talk The Sandlot!? The Movie Defenders today reach back for a timeless family classic. Benny, Smalls, Ham, and the rest of the gang are all here as we roll into Summer the right way. We also break down our top 5 Summertime movies of all time! So beware the Beast, don't forget the Smore stuffs, and remember to throw it low and outside... just the way we like it. It's time for The Sandlot on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:24:01 Top 5 Summertime Movies of All Time 00:50:22 Sandlot Movie Discussion Starts 01:12:10 Movie Opens 01:34:49 Please Catch It! 01:42:17 Smores and The Beast 01:55:04 A Challenge 02:03:47 The Ball Goes Over the Fence 02:11:11 The Babe Visits 02:23:53 Meet Mr. Mertle Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast
Gigantic alligators swarm around a young woman and her father as floodwaters engulf their home. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss how to properly wrestle a gator, what caliber bullet is best to shoot at a hurricane, and how the University of Florida really does prepare you for anything in Alex Aja's creature feature, Crawl (2019). Show Notes: Housekeeping (5:05) Back of the Box/Recommendations (15:05) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (20:45) Rotten Tomatoes (62:15) Trivia (70:45) Cooter of the Week (80:25) What We've Been Watching (84:25) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 6/7/2025 On Episode 325 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we reluctantly review the latest to come from the mind of Wes Anderson before deep diving one of Todd's most unlikely favorite films from 20 years ago. How does The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants hold up? Is this one of the more fascinating casts to look back on? Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(13:30) "Taste of Cherry" & "Basquiat" - Zach Reviews(21:10) "The Backup Dancer" - Todd Liotta Review(23:50) "Mustang" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Reviews(29:30) "The Phoenician Scheme" - Featured Review"THE SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELING PANTS" 20TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(52:10) Deep Dive Trivia(1:12:10) First Impressions(1:27:40) Mt. Rushmore: Movie/TV Pants(1:37:20) Recasting "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants"(2:03:00) Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character Triumvirate, NEW CATEGORY: Stepbrother Paul Least Interesting Character(2:20:00) Tripod of Depravity, Best Scene(2:36:00) Gripes and Conspiracies(2:40:00) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Recorded - 6/1/2025 On Episode 324 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we go to the streaming world for our featured review as we look at the MAX original film Mountainhead. We then count down the greatest birthday party scenes in TV and film. In place of our typical trivia segment, we instead do a "Come to the Stable" review, looking at a random film from the past none of us have seen. For this, we review the Chinatown sequel The Two Jakes. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(8:20) "A Rumor of Angels" (Liotta) & "Thunderbolts*" - Todd Reviews(16:00) "Murderball" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review & "The Book of Mormon" Stage Review(20:00) "Bring Her Back" & "Friendship" - Zach Reviews(28:30) "Mountainhead" - Featured Review(44:40) Power Rankings: Birthday Party Scenes in Movies & TV(1:18:50) Honorable Mentions & Guessing Adam's List(1:32:40) "The Two Jakes" - "Come to the Stable" Review(1:56:00) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!almostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. On this week's episode… The crew is joined by Caitlin from Plug It Up to discuss 12 bar blues, how to properly fry catfish, and Ryan Coogler's smash hit vampire flick, Sinners (2025). Show Notes: Housekeeping (5:33) Back of the Box/Recommendations (11:38) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (15:48) Rotten Tomatoes (80:30) Trivia (87:05) Cooter of the Week (96:55) What We've Been Watching (103:35) Hotline Scream: (110:15) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
A surprise birthday prank takes a turn for the worse when a popular social media duo must face the terrifying reality of the aftermath. On this week's episode… The crew is joined by friend and filmmaker Franklin Ritch as we discuss practical jokes, do it yourself filmmaking, and Curry Barker's breakout YouTube film, Milk & Serial (2024). Show Notes: Housekeeping (9:55) Back of the Box/Recommendations (12:40) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (19:20) Rotten Tomatoes (76:14) Cooter of the Week (82:00) What We've Been Watching (87:30) Hotline Scream: (96:18) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 5/18/2025On Episode 322 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review a new film featuring The Weeknd that someone called the worst movie he's seen in years. Then we deep dive a Zach favorite celebrating 20 years this year. Did the film hold up for Zach as well as he hoped? Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(9:15) "Hardhat and Legs" & "Final Destination: Bloodlines" - Todd Reviews(19:20) "A War" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(26:30) "From Darkness to Light" & "Thunderbolts*" - Zach Reviews(37:10) "Hurry Up Tomorrow" - Featured ReviewTHE UPSIDE OF ANGER 20TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(51:.00) Deep Dive Trivia(1:06:00) First Impressions(1:37:00) Mt. Rushmore: Worst Intergenerational Romantic Relationships(1:51:00) Recasting "The Upside of Anger"(2:07:51) Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character Triumvirate(2:18:20) Tripod of Depravity, Best Scene, Gripes and Conspiracies(2:32:10) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
It's time to review one of our most requested movies since we started the show... Watchmen! The film that helped put Zack Snyder on the map and got him the DC films to come, Watchmen is a non-traditional super hero movie in many respects but it is oh so deep and nuanced with nerdy discussions to be had. We also review the Ultimate Edition which adds so much more to the movie. Helping us with this meaty film is our great friend of the show Eric Blattberg! Before we jump into the film we also break down our top 5 Director Cuts of all time. It's a long movie so it's a long show. So grab your masks, put on some Bob Dylan, and don't forget... everything's a joke... it's time for Watchmen on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:26:22 Top 5 Director Cut Films 01:07:42 Watchmen Discussion Begins 01:55:45 Rorschach Goes to See Dan 02:12:16 Meet Ozymandias 02:36:01 A New Team 02:57:29 Dr. Manhattan on Mars 03:14:18 The Sea Captain 03:22:48 Rorschach is Interrogated 03:56:30 Putting Pieces Together 04:01:07 Jon and Miracles 04:09:41 The Master Plan 04:25:07 Reconciling Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast
Recorded - 5/11/2025 On Episode 321 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we pull an audible at the last minute and bemoan the struggles of streaming services constantly changing what is available. Then we review a low budget horror film with a big release. Which one of us loved it? Then we look at our most most anticipated films coming out this summer in draft form. Then the main event, as we do a full draft of the career of the one and only ... TOM CRUISE BABY!!! Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(13:15) "The Devil's in the Details" - Todd Liotta Review(17:00) "Tsotsi" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(20:00) "Juliet & Romeo" - Terry Review(24:35) "Someday We'll Tell Each Other Everything" - Zach Review(31:40) "Clown in a Cornfield" - Featured Review(42:15) Spotlight: Most Anticipated Summer 2025 Release Draft(1:09:15) TOM CRUISE DRAFT!!!(1:59:10) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
A bride's wedding night takes a sinister turn when her eccentric new in-laws force her to take part in a terrifying game. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Samara Weaving, in-law horror stories, and Radio Silence's breakout hit, Ready or Not (2019). Show Notes: Housekeeping (5:28) Back of the Box/Recommendations (9:07) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (14:25) Rotten Tomatoes (60:55) Trivia (66:45) Cooter of the Week (80:00) What We've Been Watching (85:42) Hotline Scream: (93:35) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 5/4/2025 On Episode 320 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the latest Cager to hit theaters. When was the last time Cage was this ... Cagey? Then we count down the greatest scenes set in a movie theater. Our trivia honors the date of May the 4th in every way possible. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(5:30) "That They May Face the Rising Sun" - Zach Review(10:10) "Bonjour Tristesse" - Zach Review(13:00) "Forever Mine" - Todd Liotta Review(17:00) "Georgia" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(20:45) "Thunderbolts*" - Terry MCU Review(30:45) "The Surfer" - Featured Cager Review(48:30) Power Rankings: Scenes in a Movie Theater(1:23:15) Honorable Mentions & Guessing Adam's ListTrivia!!!(1:36:40) "Zelary" - Todd Trivia Review(1:41:35) "Evil" - Zach Trivia Review(1:47:05) Trivia: May the 4th Trivia(2:05:00) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
An adventurer who's been inflicted by a deadly curse during a previous expedition to Thailand goes back to battle an evil sorcerer, his tribal army, and his evil curses. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss martial arts, blood hexes, and exactly how many juiced children it takes to perform a ghost nursing ritual in, The Seventh Curse (1986). Show Notes: Housekeeping (3:50) Back of the Box/Recommendations (12:20) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (17:50) Rotten Tomatoes (63:05) Cooter of the Week (66:50) What We've Been Watching (73:47) Hotline Scream: (84:50) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
May the 4th Be With You! We couldn't figure out a better way to Celebrate Star Wars day than with Spaceballs! A classic we all grew up on, we are going to laugh our rear-ends off the entire show and you're along for the ride. Lonestar, Vespa, Barf, Dot Matrix, and Dark Helmet are all here! Before we break down and enjoy the movie, we have a segment of There Can Be Only One... spoofs style! So grab your Spaceballs the Flamethrower, grab your Schwartz rings, and protect your balls... it's time for Spaceballs on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:33:36 There Can Be Only One - Spoofs 00:50:59 Spaceballs Discussion Starts 01:17:21 Mr. Coffee and Watching Radar 01:34:54 The Mission 01:43:25 When will then be now? Soon. 01:51:36 Just Plain Yogurt 02:01:43 Dolls and Nose Jobs 02:11:51 Your Shwartz is As Big As Mine 02:19:04 Princes and Liquid Schwartz Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast
A teenage boy is haunted in his dreams by a deceased child murderer, Freddy Krueger, who is out to possess him in order to continue his reign of terror in the real world. On this week's episode… We're joined by Ed Larson from Last Podcast on the Left as we discuss the irreplaceable Robert Englund, the first male scream queen, and the sequel to one of the most beloved horror movies of all time, A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985). Show Notes: Housekeeping (5:50) Back of the Box/Recommendations (13:20) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (22:10) Rotten Tomatoes (65:53) Trivia (70:35) Cooter of the Week (77:48) What We've Been Watching (83:56) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
The Horror Dads pay tribute to one of horror's greatest unsung heroes: Dick Miller.John and Jamie dive into 10 Horror Gems that showcase Miller's legendary work as one of the genre's most beloved character actors. In a world where some stars light up the marquee and others quietly steal every scene they're in,Dick Miller mastered the latter — the everyman we grew to recognize and love across countless films. Tune in as we celebrate not only Dick Miller's unforgettable presence, but also the iconic horror films he helped bring to life.Not interested in the banter and want to get right to the episode? Please find time stamps of our segments below: What We've Been Watching: 2:00What We've Been Buying: 8:00What We're Wearing: 11:10Family Antic: 12:30Plugs: 18:20Unsung Hero - Dick Miller: 21:00
Recorded - 4/27/2025 On Episode 319 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review a new Netflix action film starring Tom Hardy called Havoc before we deep dive a forgotten Adam Sandler sports classic from 20 years ago. How well does the film hold up? What is Zach going to think of it in his first time watch? What are the best called plays in sports movie history? Listen in and find out! Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(11:00) "March of the Penguins" (Oscar Watch), "Warfare", "Drop" - Terry Reviews(16:50) "Hero Wanted" - Todd Liotta Review(22:00) "Cold Water" - Zach Criterion Review(27:30) "Havoc" - Featured Review"THE LONGEST YARD" 20TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(40:40) "The Longest Yard" Trivia(57:50) First Impressions(1:20:40) Mt. Rushmore: Called Plays in Movies(1:34:20) Recasting "The Longest Yard"(1:49:20) Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character Triumvirate(2:00:00) Tripod of Depravity, Best Scene, Regal Quote(2:10:40) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
An ominous note finds it's way to a 1980's post office, connecting a dead mail investigator and a kidnapped keyboard technician. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss classic synthesizers, the dedication of the USPS, and the refreshingly original horror flick, Dead Mail (2025). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:30) Back of the Box/Recommendations (8:20) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (15:00) Rotten Tomatoes (67:25) Cooter of the Week (72:05) What We've Been Watching (78:50) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 4/19/2025On Episode 318 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the latest collaboration between Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. Is Sinners the best film of the year so far? Then we go back 25 years and re-examine the Best Picture race of 2000. If there were 10 nominees, what would have been nominated? In honor of Coogler's new film, we look at the greatest films made by black directors. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(5:00) "Secret Mall Apartment" - Zach Review(10:35) "What Happened, Miss Simone?" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(14:25) "Operation Dumbo Drop" - Todd Liotta Review(17:45) "A Minecraft Movie" - Todd Review(25:00) "Sinners" - Featured Review(47:45) Spotlight: 2000 Best Picture Next Five Draft(1:09:00) Power Rankings: Films by Black Filmmakers(1:53:40) Honorable Mentions & Guessing Adam's ListTrivia!!!(2:05:40) "Jules & Jim" - Todd Trivia Review(2:11:25) "Paris, Texas" - Terry Trivia Review(2:16:15) Trivia: Paris & Texas Films(2:26:10) Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
An archaeology professor discovers an ancient crypt, which contains the living dead. The zombies go on a rampage and attack a group of people, which the professor had invited to celebrate his discovery. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss Italian zombies, thirsty ass kids, and Andrea Bianchi's schlocky and slow, Burial Ground (1981). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:20) Back of the Box/Recommendations (12:20) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (18:05) Rotten Tomatoes (55:50) Trivia (61:50) Cooter of the Week (65:05) What We've Been Watching (71:26) Hotline Scream: (79:55) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
Recorded - 4/13/2025On Episode 317 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we deep dive a beloved family classic that rose up and took the Oscars by storm 30 years ago. Does it still live up to the hype? Then we review the latest war film to hit theaters. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(11:00) "Blackway" - Todd Liotta Review(15:30) "Eephus" - Zach Review(20:40) "Cinderella" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(26:50) "Warfare" - Featured ReviewBABE 30TH ANNIVERSARY DEEP DIVE(39:00) "Babe" Trivia(54:30) First Impressions(1:16:50) Mt. Rushmore: Non-Animated Talking Animals(1:27:50) Recasting "Babe"(1:45:00) Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character Triumvirate(1:58:00) Tripod of Depravity, Best Scene, Gripes and Conspiracies(2:13:30) LVP, MVP, Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Recorded - 4/6/2025On Episode 316 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review a small time film starring two bigger time stars in Naomi Watts and Bill Murray. Then, we study their careers and determine their Mt. Rushmores. Our power rankings revolve around the perfect double feature pair for each of our top 5 films of all time. Finally, trivia looks at identifying films from a single frame. Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(8:10) "Steve Jobs" - Terry Oscar Anniversary Review(13:50) "Bad Manners" - Zach Review(18:00) "No Escape" - Todd Liotta Review(23:00) "The Friend" - Featured Review(41:30) Mt. Rushmore: Noami Watts & Bill Murray(56:00) Power Rankings: Top Film Double Features(1:46:20) Honorable Mentions & Guessing Adam's ListTrivia!!!(2:02:00) "The Next Three Days" - Zach Trivia Review(2:08:30) "Exhibiting Forgiveness" - Terry Trivia Review(2:13:00) Trivia: Guess the Movie by a Frame & Quote of the DayFind AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
In a world of fake castles and anthropomorphic rodents, an epic battle begins when an unemployed father's sanity is challenged by a chance encounter with two underage girls on holiday. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss guerilla filmmaking, the darker side of Disney, and Randy Moore's copyright nightmare, Escape From Tomorrow (2013). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:25) Back of the Box/Recommendations (8:45) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (15:05) Rotten Tomatoes (64:16) Trivia (70:33) Cooter of the Week (77:05) What We've Been Watching (84:47) Hotline Scream: (95:00) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
A young girl who has an amazing ability to communicate with insects is transferred to a Swiss boarding school. Where her unusual capability might help solve a string of murders. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss giallo, Donald Pleasance, and Jennifer Connelly's telepathic abilities in Phenomena (1985). Show Notes: Housekeeping (3:55) Back of the Box/Recommendations (8:35) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (15:10) Rotten Tomatoes (58:36) Trivia (64:40) Cooter of the Week (77:55) What We've Been Watching (83:56) Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop
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