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Movies, Films and Flix
Episode 650 - Poseidon (2006), Kurt Russell, and Really Big Waves

Movies, Films and Flix

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 62:10 Transcription Available


Mark and John discuss the 2006 disaster film Poseidon. Directed by Wolfgang Petersen, and starring Kurt Russell, Josh Lucas, Emmy Rossum and lots of water, the movie focuses on what happens when a rogue wave wrecks a boat party. In this episode, they also talk about drowning scenes, elevator death, and Kurt Russell. Enjoy!

Bob Sirott
Dean Richards' Entertainment Report: Emmy Awards, Brendan Fraser, and ‘Spinal Tap II'

Bob Sirott

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025


Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about this weekend’s Emmy Awards, Nicholas Cage’s new TV role, and Brendan Fraser’s role in “Rental Family.” She also shares details about the new “Spinal Tap” movie, a project starring Kurt Russell and […]

The RMFJ Podcast
#34 Top Gun Commander Tom "Trots" Trotter.

The RMFJ Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 87:46


US Navy fighter pilot Tom "Trots" Trotter. Commander of the Navy fighter Weapon School also known as "Top Gun." Fun stories about his experiences in the Navy as well as flying Carrie Underwood, Kurt Russell, Goldie Hawn, etc. Please listen, follow, share and like!#CarrieUnderwood #KurtRussell #GoldieHawn #TopGun #USNavy

The VHS Strikes Back
Stargate (1994)

The VHS Strikes Back

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 60:12


The 1994 science fiction movie Stargate is Dave's selection for this week.  The film, which put director Roland Emmerich firmly on the Hollywood map, was marketed as an ambitious blend of ancient mythology and future spectacle long before it gave rise to a massive TV franchise. With Carolco Pictures supporting Emmerich and director Dean Devlin following their success with Universal Soldier, Stargate's production was ambitious for its time.  In 1994, the film's visual effects were state-of-the-art, bringing its world to life with a blend of realistic effects, intricate set design, and early computer-generated imagery.  Stargate was a huge movie office success, earning over $190 million worldwide and opening the door for Emmerich's subsequent triumphs like Independence Day and The Day After Tomorrow, despite the fact that critics had differing opinions on how it was executed.If you enjoy the show, we have a Patreon, so become a supporter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.Referral links also help out the show if you were going to sign up:⁠⁠NordVPN⁠⁠⁠⁠NordPass⁠⁠Trailer Guy Plot SummaryAncient secrets… buried for thousands of years.A mysterious artifact… that defies explanation.And one discovery… that will open the door to another world.From director Roland Emmerich and producer Dean Devlin comes the sci-fi adventure that launched a universe. When the key is unlocked, a journey begins—beyond the stars, beyond imagination… to a place where myths come alive, and the fate of humanity hangs in the balance.Stargate — the gateway has been opened. Are you ready to step through?Fun FactsThe film that launched a franchise – Stargate was so successful it inspired multiple TV shows, including Stargate SG-1, Atlantis, and Universe, making it one of the most enduring sci-fi franchises of all time.Roland Emmerich's big break – Director Roland Emmerich scored his first major Hollywood hit with Stargate, paving the way for blockbusters like Independence Day (1996) and The Day After Tomorrow (2004).A surprise box office smash – Released in 1994, Stargate grossed over $196 million worldwide, a huge win for an original sci-fi property.Record-breaking opening – At the time, Stargate set the record for the highest-grossing October opening weekend in U.S. box office history.A star-making role for James Spader – Although James Spader was already respected as a dramatic actor, Stargate introduced him to a wider mainstream audience.Kurt Russell wasn't the first choice – The role of Colonel Jack O'Neil was originally offered to several actors, but Kurt Russell ultimately took it and delivered one of his most stoic performances.Filming in the desert – Many of the film's desert scenes were shot in Yuma, Arizona, and the Valley of Fire in Nevada, standing in for an alien world.A nod to real mythology – The story draws heavily on ancient Egyptian mythology, blending it with sci-fi concepts to create the mystery of the Stargate.A cult following grew fast – While critics were mixed on release, Stargate found a passionate fanbase that drove the demand for spinoffs and conventions.The Stargate prop was massive – The iconic Stargate itself was a practical set piece, weighing over 7 tons and measuring nearly 20 feet in diameter, making it one of the largest sci-fi props of its time.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevhsstrikesback@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Backbone Wrestling Network
The Movie Education of Logan Crosland - Episode 12 - Tombstone

The Backbone Wrestling Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 114:23


I'm your huckleberry. In a world where one man has only seen 30 or so movies comes a desire to learn from a master. A master of film. A master of cinema. A master who has led such a sad life.  Logan seeks the knowledge and he turns to his own personal “Yoda”; Keithie. Join Logan & Keithie on a wild adventure to discover as we watch along with a new movie each episode in THE MOVIE EDUCATION OF LOGAN CROSLAND. This episode, Logan, Keithie & Tim enjoy a true modern western classic, Tombstone. Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer and a who's who of stars bring the action of a small Arizona town to life in this epic gunslinging extravaganza.  The boys discuss the name power of Powers Booth, the cast of the other OK Corral movie; Wyatt Earp and the another major crime at the Golden Corral. Why, Johnny Ringo, you look like somebody just walked over your grave.

Movies Merica
Backdraft review

Movies Merica

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 51:24


Fighter pilots have “Top Gun.” Race car drivers have “F1” and “Days Of Thunder.” What movie did firefighters have up until 1991 to put their heroics on full display? Nothing. Absolutely nothing, until a director, mostly known for making comedies, decided that firefighters finally get their day in the sun. That director was Ron Howard and the movie that helped the aura of firefighters burn so bright is the movie I'm reviewing in this episode of Movies Merica. That movie is “Backdraft.” Kurt Russell and William Baldwin play Stephen and Brian McCaffrey, two brothers who grew up in a family of firefighters in Chicago. To put it mildly, they don't like each other very much. Stephen is a veteran firefighter and Brian is his younger brother still trying to carve out his niche in life. Brian decides his latest venture is to go into the family biz and fight fire too. Add to the family friction, a series of mysterious deaths due to fires, that may or may not be murder. Many of you have seen this classic, but for you of those who haven't, is it worth checking out? Watch this episode of Movies Merica to find out! “Backdraft” also stars Robert De Niro, Donald Sutherland, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Scott Glenn, Rebecca De Mornay, Jason Gedrick, J.T. Walsh, Tony Mockus Sr., Cedric Young, Juan Ramirez, Kevin Casey, Jack McGee and Mark Wheeler. Support the showFeel free to reach out to me via:@MoviesMerica on Twitter @moviesmerica on InstagramMovies Merica on Facebook

Talking With Words
Breakdown

Talking With Words

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 73:37


Kurt Russell has a very bad day.

The Pulp Writer Show
Episode 267: Summer Movie Review Roundup

The Pulp Writer Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 32:31


In this week's episode, I take a look back at the movies and streaming shows I watched in Summer 2025. This coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Ghost in the Serpent, Book #1 in the Ghost Armor series, (as excellently narrated by Hollis McCarthy) at my Payhip store: FALLSERPENT50 The coupon code is valid through September 15, 2025 (please note the shorter expiration date). So if you need a new audiobook this fall, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 267 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is September 5, 2025 and today I'm doing a review roundup of the movies and streaming shows I saw in Summer 2025. Before we do that, we will have Coupon of the Week and a progress update on my current writing and audiobook projects. First up, this week's coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Ghost in the Serpent, Book One in the Ghost Armor series (as excellently narrated by Hollis McCarthy) at my Payhip store. That is FALLSERPENT50. This coupon code will be valid through September 15th, 2025 (exactly one week). So if you need a new audiobook to listen to as we head into fall, we have got you covered. Now for an update on my current writing and audiobook projects. I am pleased to report that the rough draft of Blade of Flames, which will be the first book in my new Blades of Ruin epic fantasy series is finished. The rough draft came at about 90,000 words long, which was what I was aiming for. Next up, I will be writing a short story set as sort of a bonus in that plot line called Thunder Hammer and that will be the backstory of one of the characters in Blade of Flames. And when Blade of Flames comes out (which will hopefully be later this September), newsletter subscribers will get a free ebook copy of Thunder Hammer. So this is an excellent time to subscribe to my newsletter. I am also 8,000 words into Cloak of Worlds. At long last, I am coming back to the Cloak Mage series after nearly a year's absence. Longtime listeners will know the reason was that I had five unfinished series and I wanted to spend the summer of 2025 finishing the unfinished ones and focusing up so I will only have three ongoing series at any given time. I'm hoping Blade of Flames will come out before the end of September and Cloak of Worlds before the end of October, and after that I will be able to return to the Rivah series at long last. In audiobook news, recording is finished on Shield of Power. That will be excellently narrated by Brad Wills and hopefully once it gets through processing and quality assurance and everything, it should be showing up on the various audiobook stores before too much longer. Hollis McCarthy is about halfway through the recording of Ghost in the Siege, which was, as you know, the last book in the Ghost Armor series that just came out. And if all goes well, the audiobook should be coming out probably in October once everything is done with recording and quality assurance and all that. So that is where I'm at with my current writing and audiobook projects. 00:02:34 Main Topic: Summer 2025 Movie/TV Roundup So without further ado, let's head into our main topic. The end of summer is nigh, which means this time for my summer movie review roundup. As is usual for the summer, I saw a lot of movies, so this will be one of the longer episodes. For some reason I ended up watching a bunch of westerns. As always, the movies are ranked from least favorite to most favorite. The grades of course are totally subjective and based on nothing more than my own opinions, impressions, and interpretations. Now on to the movies. First up is the Austin Powers trilogy, the three movies of which came out in 1997, 1999, and 2002. The Austin Powers movies came out just as the Internet really got going in terms of mass adoption, which is likewise why so many Austin Powers and Dr. Evil memes are embedded in online culture. Despite that, I had never really seen any of them all the way through. They've been on in the background on TBS or whatever quite a bit when I visited people, but I've never seen them all. But I happened upon a DVD of the trilogy for $0.25 (USD), so I decided for 25 cents I would give it a go. I would say the movies were funny, albeit not particularly good. Obviously the Austin Powers movies are a parody of the James Bond movies. The movies kind of watch like an extended series of Saturday Night Live skits, only loosely connected, like the skit is what if Dr. Evil had a son named Scott who wasn't impressed with him or another skit was what if a British agent from the ‘60s arrives in the ‘90s and experiences culture clash? What if Dr. Evil didn't understand the concept of inflation and demanded only a million dollars from the United Nations? What if Dr. Evil was actually Austin's brother and they went to school together at Spy Academy? Michael Caine was pretty great as Austin's father. Overall, funny but fairly incoherent. Overall grade: C- Next up is Horrible Bosses, a very dark and very raunchy comedy from about 14 years ago. It came out in 2011. Interestingly, this movie reflects what I think is one of the major crises of the contemporary era, frequent failures of leadership at all levels of society. In the movie Nick, Dale, and Kurt are lifelong friends living in LA and all three of them have truly horrible bosses in their place of employment, ranging from a sociopathic finance director, the company founder's cokehead son, and a boorish dentist with a tendency to sexual harassment. At the bar, they fantasize about killing their horrible bosses and then mutually decide to do something about it. Obviously, they'd all be prime suspects in the murder of their own bosses, but if they killed each other's bosses, that would allow them to establish airtight alibis. However, since Nick, Dale and Kurt are not as bright as they think they are, it all goes hilariously wrong very quickly. Bob Hope has a hilarious cameo. If the best “crude comedies” I've seen are Anchorman, Zoolander, Tropic Thunder, and Dodgeball, and the worst one was MacGruber, I'd say Horrible Bosses lands about in the middle. Overall grade: C Next up is Cowboys and Aliens, which came out in 2011. Now I almost saw this in 2011 when it came out, but I was too busy to go to the theater in July of 2011, so I finally saw it here in 2025 and I would say this was almost a great movie, like the performances were great, the concept was great, the scenery was great, the special effects were great, and the story was packed full of really interesting ideas, but somehow they just didn't coalesce. I'm not entirely sure why. I think upon reflection, it was that the movie is just too overcrowded with too many characters and too many subplots. Anyway, Daniel Craig portrays a man who wakes up with no memory in the Old West, with a mysterious bracelet locked around his wrist. He makes his way to the town of Atonement, and promptly gets arrested because he is apparently a notorious outlaw (which he doesn't remember). While he is locked in jail, space aliens attack the town. The aliens, for unknown reasons, abduct many of the townspeople, and Daniel Craig's character, who is named Jake even if he doesn't remember it, must lead the town's effort to recover their abducted citizens. Harrison's Ford has an excellent performance as this awful cattle baron who nonetheless has virtues of courage and fortitude that you can't help but admire. An excellent performance. That said, the movie was just too packed, and I thought it would work better as a novel. After I watched the movie, it turned out that it was indeed based off a graphic novel. Novels and graphic novels allow for a far more complex story than a movie, and I don't think this movie quite managed to handle the transition from a graphic novel to a film. Overall grade: C Next up is Heads of State, which came out in 2025. This was kind of a stupid movie. However, the fundamental question of any movie, shouted to the audience by Russell Crow in Gladiator is, “are you not entertained?!?” I was thoroughly entertained watching this, so entertained I actually watched it twice. Not everything has to be Shakespeare or a profound meditation on the unresolvable conflicts inherent within human nature. Anyway, John Cena plays Will Derringer, newly elected President of the United States. Idris Elba plays Sam Clark, who has now been the UK Prime Minister for the last six years. Derringer was an action star who parleyed his celebrity into elected office (in the same way Arnold Schwarzenegger did), while Clarke is an army veteran who worked his way up through the UK's political system. Needless to say, the cheerful Derringer and the grim Clarke take an immediate dislike to each other. However, they'll have to team up when Air Force One is shot down, stranding them in eastern Europe. They'll have to make their way home while evading their enemies to unravel the conspiracy that threatens world peace. So half action thriller, half buddy road trip comedy. The premise really doesn't work if you think about it too much for more than thirty seconds, but the movie was funny and I enjoyed it. Jack Quaid really stole his scenes as a crazy but hyper-competent CIA officer. Overall grade: C+ Next up, Captain America: Brave New World, which came out in 2025 and I think this movie ended up on the good side of middling. You can definitely tell it went through a lot of reshoots and retooling, and I suspect the various film industry strikes hit it like a freight train. But we ended up with a reasonably solid superhero thriller. Sam Wilson is now Captain America. He's not superhuman the way Steve Rogers was and doesn't have magic powers or anything, so he kind of fights like the Mandalorian – a very capable fighter who relies on excellent armor. Meanwhile, in the grand American political tradition of failing upward, Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, who spent years persecuting The Hulk and whose meddling caused the Avengers to disband right before Thanos attacked, has now been elected President. To Wilson's surprise, Ross reaches out and wants him to restart the Avengers. But Ross (as we know) did a lot of shady black ops stuff for years, and one of his projects is coming back to haunt him. Wilson finds himself in the middle of a shadowy conspiracy, and it's up to him to figure out what's going on before it's too late. I was amused that lifelong government apparatchik Ross wanted to restart the Avengers, because when the Avengers had their biggest victory in Avengers: Endgame, they were essentially unsanctioned vigilantes bankrolled by a rogue tech billionaire. Overall grade: B- Next up is Ironheart, which came out in 2025. I'd say Ironheart was about 40% very weird and 60% quite good. It's sort of like the modern version of Dr. Faustus. The show got some flak on the Internet from the crossfire between the usual culture war people, but the key to understanding it is to realize that Riri Williams AKA Ironheart is in fact an antihero who's tottering on the edge of becoming a full-blown supervillain. Like Tony Stark, she's a once-in-a-generation scientific talent, but while she doesn't have Stark's alcohol problems, she's emotionally unstable, immature, ruthless, indifferent to collateral damage and consequences, and suffering from severe PTSD after her best friend and stepfather were killed in a drive-by shooting. This volatile mix gets her thrown out of MIT after her experiments cause too much destruction, and she has to go home to Chicago. To get the funds to keep working on her Iron Man armor, she turns to crime, and falls in with a gang of high-end thieves led by a mysterious figure named Hood. It turns out that Hood has actual magic powers, which both disturbs and fascinates Riri. However, Hood got his magic in a pact with a mysterious dark force. When a job goes bad, Riri gains the enmity of Hood and has to go on the run. It also turns out Hood's dark master has become very interested in Riri, which might be a lot more dangerous for everyone in the long run. Overall, I'd say this is about in the same vein as Agatha All Along, an interesting show constructed around a very morally questionable protagonist. Overall grade: B Next up is A Minecraft movie, which came out in 2024. I have to admit, I've never actually played Minecraft, so I know very little about the game and its ecosystem, only what I've generally absorbed by glancing at the news. That said, I think the movie held together quite well, and wasn't deserving of the general disdain it got in the press. (No doubt the $950 million box office compensated for any hurt feelings.) One of the many downsides of rapid technological change in the last fifty years is that the Boomers and Gen X and the Millennials and Gen Z and Gen Alpha have had such radically different formative experiences in childhood that it's harder to relate to each other. Growing up in the 1980s was a wildly different experience than growing up in the 2010s, and growing up in the 2010s was an even more wildly different experience than growing up in the 1960s. Smartphones and social media were dominant in 2020, barely starting in 2010, and implausible science fiction in 2000 and earlier, and so it was like the different generations grew up on different planets, because in some sense they actually did. (A five-year-old relative of mine just started school, and the descriptions of his school compared to what I remember of school really do sound like different planets entirely.) The Minecraft game and A Minecraft Movie might be one of those generation-locked experiences. Anyway, this has gotten very deep digression for what was essentially a portal-based LitRPG movie. A group of people experiencing various life difficulties in a rural Idaho town get sucked into the Minecraft world through a magic portal. There they must combine forces and learn to work together to master the Minecraft world to save it from an evil sorceress. As always, the fundamental question of any movie is the one that Russell Crowe's character shouted to the audience in Gladiator back in 2000. “Are you not entertained?” I admit I was entertained when watching A Minecraft Movie since it was funny and I recognized a lot of the video game mechanics, even though I've never actually played Minecraft. Like, Castlevania II had a night/day cycle the way Minecraft does, and Castlevania II was forty years ago. But that was another digression! I did enjoy A Minecraft Movie. It was kind of crazy, but it committed to the craziness and maintained a consistent creative vision, and I was entertained. Though I did think it was impressive how Jack Black's agent managed to insist that he sing several different times. Overall grade: B Next up is Back to School, which came out in 1986 and this is one of the better ‘80s comedies I've seen. Rodney Dangerfield plays Thornton Melon, who never went to college and is the wealthy owner of a chain of plus-sized clothing stores. His son Jason is attending Great Lakes University, and after Thornton's unfaithful gold-digging wife leaves him (Thornton is mostly relieved by this development), he decides to go visit his son. He quickly discovers that Jason is flailing at college, and decides to enroll to help out his son. Wacky adventures ensue! I quite enjoyed this. The fictional “Great Lakes University” was largely shot at UW-Madison in Wisconsin, which I found amusing because I spent a lot of time at UW-Madison several decades ago as a temporary IT employee. I liked seeing the characters walk past a place where I'd eat lunch outside when the day was nice, that kind of thing. Also, I'm very familiar with how the sausage gets made in higher ed. There's a scene where the dean is asking why Thornton is qualified to enter college, and then it cuts to the dean cheerfully overseeing the groundbreaking of the new Thornton Melon Hall which Thornton just donated, and I laughed so hard I almost hurt myself, because that is exactly how higher ed works. The movie had some pointless nudity, but it was only a few seconds and no doubt gets cut in network broadcasts. Overall grade: B Next up is Whiskey Galore, which came out in 1949 and this is a comedy set in Scotland during World War II. The villagers living on an isolated island have no whiskey due to wartime rationing. However, when a government ship carrying 50,000 cases of whiskey runs aground near the island, wacky hijinks ensue. I have to admit the first half of the movie was very slow and deliberate, gradually setting up all the pieces for later. Then, once the shipwreck happens, things pick up and the movie gets much funnier. Definitely worth watching both as a good comedy movie and an artifact of its time. A modicum of historical knowledge is required – if you don't know what the Home Guard is, you might have to do some Googling to understand the context of some of the scenes. Regrettably, the version I watched did not have captioning, so I had to pay really close attention to understand what the characters were saying, because some of the accents were very strong. Overall grade: B Next up is Happy Gilmore 2, which came out in 2025. This was dumb and overstuffed with celebrity cameos but thoroughly hilarious and I say this even though it uses one of my least favorite story tropes, namely “hero of previous movie is now a middle age loser.” However, the movie leads into it for comedy. When Happy Gilmore accidentally kills his wife with a line drive, he spirals into alcoholism and despair. But his five children still love him, and when his talented daughter needs tuition for school, Happy attempts to shake off his despair and go back to golf to win the money. But Happy soon stumbles onto a sinister conspiracy led by an evil CEO to transform the game of golf into his own personal profit center. Happy must team up with his old nemesis Shooter McGavin to save golf itself from the evil CEO. Amusingly, as I've said before, the best Adam Sandler movies are almost medieval. In medieval fables, it was common for a clever peasant to outwit pompous lords, corrupt priests, and greedy merchants. The best Adam Sandler protagonist remains an everyman who outwits the modern equivalent of pompous lords and corrupt priests, in this case an evil CEO. Overall grade: B+ Next up is Superman, which came out in 2025 and I thought this was pretty good and very funny at times. I think it caught the essential nature of Superman. Like, Superman should be a Lawful Good character. If he was a Dungeons and Dragons character, he would be a paladin. People on the Internet tend to take the characterization of superheroes seriously to perhaps an unhealthy degree, but it seems the best characterization of Superman is as an earnest, slightly dorky Boy Scout who goes around doing good deeds. The contrast of that good-hearted earnestness with his godlike abilities that would allow him to easily conquer and rule the world is what makes for an interesting character. I also appreciated how the movie dispensed with the overused trope of the Origin Story and just got down to business. In this movie, Lex Luthor is obsessed with destroying Superman and is willing to use both super-advanced technology and engineered geopolitical conflict to do it. Superman, because he's essentially a decent person, doesn't comprehend just how depraved Luthor is, and how far Luthor is willing to go out of petty spite. (Ironically, a billionaire willing to destroy the world out of petty spite is alas, quite realistic). Guy Gardener (“Jerkish Green Lantern”) and the extremely competent and the extremely exasperated Mr. Terrific definitely stole all their scenes. The director of the movie, James Gunn, was quite famously fired from Disney in 2018 for offensive jokes he had made on Twitter back when he was an edgy young filmmaker with an alcohol problem. I suppose Mr. Gunn can rest content knowing that Superman made more money than any Marvel movie released this year. Overall grade: A-   Next up is Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, which came out in 1988. This was a very strange movie, but nonetheless, one with an ambitious premise, strong performances, and a strong artistic vision. It's set in post WWII Los Angeles, and “toons” (basically cartoon characters) live and work alongside humans. Private eye Eddie Valiant hates toons since one of them killed his brother five years ago. However, he's hired by the head of a studio who's having trouble with one of his toon actors, Roger Rabbit. Roger's worried his wife Jessica is having an affair, and Valiant obtains pictures of Jessica playing patty cake (not a euphemism, they actually were playing patty cake) with another man. Roger has an emotional breakdown, and soon the other man winds up dead, and Roger insists he's innocent. Valiant and Roger find themselves sucked into a dangerous conspiracy overseen by a ruthless mastermind. This movie was such an interesting cultural artifact. It perfectly follows the structure of a ‘40s film noir movie, but with cartoons, and the dissonance between film noir and the cheerfulness of the toons was embraced and used as a frequently source of comedy. In fact, when the grim and dour Valiant uses the toons' comedy techniques as a tactical improvisation in a moment of mortal peril, it's both hilarious and awesome. Christopher Lloyd's performance as the villainous Judge Doom was amazing. (I don't think it's a spoiler to say that he's villainous, because his character is named Judge Doom and he's literally wearing a black hat.) Like, his performance perfectly captures something monstrous that is trying very hard to pretend to be human and not quite getting it right. And the amount of work it must have taken to make this movie staggers the mind. Nowadays, having live actors interact with cartoon characters is expensive, but not unduly so. It's a frequent technique. You see it all the time in commercials when a housewife is smiling at an animated roll of paper towels or something, and Marvel's essentially been doing it for years. But this was 1988! Computer animation was still a ways off. They had to shoot the movie on analog film, and then hand-draw all the animation and successfully match it to the live film. It wouldn't have worked without the performance of Bob Hoskins as Eddie Valiant, who plays everything perfectly straight in the same way Michael Caine did in A Muppet Christmas Carol. So kind of a strange movie, but definitely worth watching. And it has both Disney and Warner Brothers animated characters in the same movie, which is something we will never, ever see again. Overall grade: A Next up is K-Pop Demon Hunters, which came out in 2025. Like Who framed Roger Rabbit?, this is a very strange movie, but nonetheless with a clear and focused artistic vision. It is a cultural artifact that provides a fascinating look into a world of which I have no knowledge or interest, namely K-pop bands and their dueling fandoms. Anyway, the plot is that for millennia, female Korean musicians have used the magic of their voices to keep the demons locked away in a demon world. The current incarnation is a three-woman K-Pop group called Huntrix, and they are on the verge of sealing away the demons forever. Naturally, the Demon King doesn't like this, so one of his cleverer minions comes up with a plan. They'll start a Demon K-Pop Boy Band! Disguised as humans, the demon K-Pop group will win away Huntrix's fans, allowing them to breach the barrier and devour the world. However, one of the Huntrix musicians is half-demon, and she starts falling for the lead demon in the boy band, who is handsome and of course has a dark and troubled past. Essentially a musical K-drama follows. I have to admit I know practically nothing about K-Pop groups and their dueling fandoms, other than the fact that they exist. However, this was an interesting movie to watch. The animation was excellent, it did have a focused vision, and there were some funny bits. Overall grade: A Next up is Clarkson's Farm Season Four, which came out in 2025. A long time ago in the ‘90s, I watched the episode of Frasier where Frasier and Niles attempt to open a restaurant and it all goes horribly (yet hilariously) wrong. At the time, I had no money, but I promised myself that I would never invest in a restaurant. Nothing I have seen or learned in the subsequent thirty years has ever changed that decision. Season 4 of Clarkson's Farm is basically Jeremy Clarkson, like Frasier and Niles, attempting to open a restaurant, specifically a British pub. On paper it's a good idea, since Clarkson can provide the pub with food produced from his own farm and other local farmers. However, it's an enormous logistical nightmare, and Clarkson must deal with miles of red tape, contractors, and a ballooning budget, all while trying to keep his farm from going under. An excellent and entertaining documentary into the difficulties of both the farming life and food service. I still don't want to own a restaurant! Overall grade: A Next up is Tombstone, which came out in 1993. The Western genre of fiction is interesting because it's limited to such a very specific period of time and geographical region. Like the “Wild West” period that characterizes the Western genre really only lasted as a historical period from about 1865 to roughly 1890. The Western genre was at its most popular in movies from the 1940s and the 1960s, and I wonder if it declined because cultural and demographic changes made it unpopular to romanticize the Old West the way someone like Walt Disney did at Disneyland with “Frontierland.” Of course, the genre lives on in different forms in grittier Western movies, neo-Westerns like Yellowstone and Longmire, and a lot of the genre's conventions apply really well to science fiction. Everyone talks about Firefly being the first Space Western, but The Mandalorian was much more successful and was basically a Western in space (albeit with occasional visits from Space Wizards). Anyway! After that long-winded introduction, let's talk about Tombstone. When Val Kilmer died earlier this year, the news articles mentioned Tombstone as among his best work, so I decided to give it a watch. The plot centers around Wyatt Earp, played by Kurt Russell, who has decided to give up his career in law enforcement and move to Tombstone, Arizona, a silver mining boomtown, in hopes of making his fortune. However, Tombstone is mostly controlled by the Cowboys outlaw gang, and Earp is inevitably drawn into conflict with them. With the help of his brothers and Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer's character), Earp sets out to bring some law and order to Tombstone, whether the Cowboys like it or not. Holliday is in the process of dying from tuberculosis, which makes him a formidable fighter since he knows getting shot will be a less painful and protracted death than the one his illness will bring him. Kilmer plays him as a dissolute, scheming warrior-poet who nonetheless is a very loyal friend. Definitely a classic of the Western genre, and so worth watching. Overall grade: A Next up is Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning, the eighth Mission Impossible movie. Of the eight movies, I think the sixth one was the best one, but this one comes in at a close second. It continues on from Dead Reckoning. Ethan Hunt now possesses the key that will unlock the source code of the Entity, the malicious AI (think ChatGPT, but even more obviously evil) that is actively maneuvering the world's nuclear powers into destroying each other so the Entity can rule the remnants of humanity. Unfortunately, the Entity's source code is sitting in a wrecked Russian nuclear sub at the bottom of the Bering Sea. Even more unfortunately, the Entity knows that Hunt has the key and is trying to stop him, even as the Entity's former minion and Hunt's bitter enemy Gabriel seeks to seize control of the Entity for himself. A sense of apocalyptic doom hangs over the movie, which works well to build tension. Once again, the world is doomed, unless Ethan Hunt and his allies can save the day. The tension works extremely well during the movie's underwater sequence, and the final airborne duel between Hunt and Gabriel. I don't know if they're going to make any more Mission Impossible movies after this (they are insanely expensive), but if this is the end, it is a satisfying conclusion for the character of Ethan Hunt and the Impossible Mission Force. Overall grade: A Next up is Deep Cover, which came out in 2025. This is described as a comedy thriller, and I didn't know what to expect when I watched it, but I really enjoyed it. Bryce Dallas Howard plays Kat, a struggling comedy improv teacher living in London. Her best students are Marlon (played by Orlando Bloom), a dedicated character actor who wants to portray gritty realism but keeps getting cast in tacky commercials, and Hugh (played by Nick Mohammed), an awkward IT worker with no social skills whatsoever. One day, the three of them are recruited by Detective Sergeant Billings (played by Sean Bean) of the Metropolitan Police. The Met wants to use improv comedians to do undercover work for minor busts with drug dealers. Since it plays 200 pounds a pop, the trio agrees. Of course, things rapidly spiral out of control, because Kat, Marlon, and Hugh are actually a lot better at improv than they think, and soon they find themselves negotiating with the chief criminals of the London underworld. What follows is a movie that is both very tense and very funny. Kat, Marlon, and Hugh are in way over their heads, and will have to do the best improv of their lives to escape a very grisly fate. Whether Sean Bean dies or not (as is tradition), you will just have to watch the movie and find out. Overall grade: A Next up is Puss in Boots: The Final Wish, which came out in 2022. I don't personally know much about the history of Disney as a corporation, and I don't much care, but I do have several relatives who are very interested in the history of the Disney corporation, and therefore I have picked up some by osmosis. Apparently Disney CEO Michael Eisner forcing out Jeffrey Katzenberg in the 1990s was a very serious mistake, because Katzenberg went on to co-found DreamWorks, which has been Disney's consistent rival for animation for the last thirty years. That's like “CIA Regime Change Blowback” levels of creating your own enemy. Anyway, historical ironies aside, Puss in Boots: The Final Wish was a funny and surprisingly thoughtful animated movie. Puss in Boots is a legendary outlaw and folk hero, but he has used up eight of his nine lives. An ominous bounty hunter who looks like a humanoid wolf begins pursuing him, and the Wolf is able to shrug off the best of Puss In Boots' attacks. Panicked, Puss hides in a retirement home for elderly cats, but then hears rumors of the magical Last Wish. Hoping to use it to get his lives back, Puss In Boots sets off on the quest. It was amusing how Little Jack Horner and Goldilocks and the Three Bears were rival criminal gangs seeking the Last Wish. Overall grade: A Next up is Chicken People, which came out in 2016. A good documentary film gives you a glimpse into an alien world that you would otherwise never visit. In this example, I have absolutely no interest in competitive chicken breeding and will only raise chickens in my backyard if society ever collapses to the level that it becomes necessary for survival. That said, this was a very interesting look into the work of competitive chicken breeding. Apparently, there is an official “American Standard of Perfection” for individual chicken breeds, and the winner of the yearly chicken competition gets the title “Super Grand Champion.” Not Grand Champion, Super Grand Champion! That looks impressive on a resume. It is interesting how chicken breeding is in some sense an elaborate Skinner Box – like you can deliberately set out to breed chickens with the desirable traits on the American Standard of Perfection, but until the chickens are hatched and grow up, you don't know how they're going to turn out, so you need to try again and again and again… Overall grade: A Next up is The Mask of Zoro, which came out in 1998. I saw this in the theatre when it came out 27 years ago, but that was 27 years ago, and I don't have much of a memory of it, save that I liked it. So when I had the chance to watch it again, I did! Anthony Hopkins plays Diego de la Vega, who has the secret identity of Zorro in the final days before Mexico breaks away from the Spanish Empire. With Mexico on the verge of getting its independence, Diego decides to hang up his sword and mask and focus on his beloved wife and daughter. Unfortunately, the military governor Don Montero realizes Diego is Zorro, so has him arrested, kills his wife, and steals his baby daughter to raise as his own. Twenty years later, a bandit named Alejandro loses his brother and best friends to a brutal cavalry commander. It turns out that Montero is returning to California from Spain, and plans to seize control of California as an independent republic (which, of course, will be ruled by him). In the chaos, Diego escapes from prison and encounters a drunken Alejandro, and stops him from a futile attack upon the cavalry commander. He then proposes a pact – Diego will train Alejandro as the next Zorro, and together they can take vengeance upon the men who wronged them. This was a good movie. It was good to see that my taste in movies 27 years ago wasn't terrible. It manages to cram an entire epic plot into only 2 hours and 20 minutes. In some ways it was like a throwback to a ‘40s movie but with modern (for the ‘90s) production values, and some very good swordfights. Overall grade: A Next up is Wick is Pain, which came out in 2025. I've seen all four John Wick movies and enjoyed them thoroughly, though I've never gotten around to any of the spinoffs. Wick is Pain is a documentary about how John Wick went from a doomed indie movie with a $6.5 million hole in its budget to one of the most popular action series of the last few decades. Apparently Keanu Reeves made an offhand joke about how “Wick is pain” and that became the mantra of the cast and crew, because making an action movie that intense really was a painful experience. Definitely worth watching if you enjoyed the John Wick movies or moviemaking in general. Overall grade: A The last movie I saw this summer was Game Night, which came out in 2016. It was a hilarious, if occasionally dark comedy action thriller. Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams play Max and Annie Davis, a married couple who are very competitive and enjoy playing games of all kinds. Jason has an unresolved conflict with his brother Brooks, and one night Brooks invites them over for game night, which Max resents. Halfway through the evening, Brooks is kidnapped, with Max and Annie assume is part of the game. However, Brooks really is involved in something shady. Hilarity ensues, and it's up to Max and Annie to rescue Brooks and stay alive in the process. This was really funny, though a bit dark in places. That said, Max and Annie have a loving and supportive marriage, so it was nice to see something like that portrayed on the screen. Though this also leads to some hilarity, like when Annie accidentally shoots Max in the arm. No spoilers, but the punchline to that particular sequence was one of the funniest things I've ever seen. Overall grade: A So no A+ movie this time around, but I still saw a bunch of solid movies I enjoyed. One final note, I have to admit, I've really come to respect Adam Sandler as an entertainer, even if his movies and comedy are not always to my taste. He makes what he wants, makes a lot of money, ensures that his friends get paid, and then occasionally takes on a serious role in someone else's movie when he wants to flex some acting muscles. I am not surprised that nearly everyone who's in the original Happy Gilmore who was still alive wanted to come back for Happy Gilmore 2. So that is it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show enjoyable and perhaps a guide to some good movies to watch. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes at https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and see you all next week.  

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The Ben and Skin Show
Most Watched TV Shows in August

The Ben and Skin Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 5:52 Transcription Available


The crew dives into the wild world of streaming TV — and it's a chaotic ride through small-town swingers, horror vibes, and surprise celebrity cameos.This episode is a hilarious breakdown of the top three most-streamed shows from early August, including:“The Hunting Wives” — a show so absurd it felt like bait designed specifically for KT. Think Desperate Housewives meets Euphoria, with a splash of Red Shoe Diaries and a high school senior mowing lawns for more than just cash.“King of the Hill” — back and booming, with Fort Worth references galore and a surprising amount of local love.“Wednesday” — Jenna Ortega's spooky Netflix hit that's captivating the youth and bringing Beetlejuice vibes to the mainstream.And just when you think it couldn't get weirder, KT drops the bomb: Kurt Russell is joining a new Yellowstone spinoff. Ben's reaction? “You can have 10 hours of my life.”

Thrill Me Podcast
Episode 463: Thrill Me Commentary - Tango & Cash (1989)

Thrill Me Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 121:31


Friend of the show Ray threw it out and Jared and Adam were more than happy to oblige with a full commentary on incredily strange 80's action film, Tango & Cash. Not on are Brion James accent, Kurt Russell in drag and Jack Palance frothing at the mouth impossible to explain, but the rest of the movie is difficult to categorise. Hold on for a wild ride. With a list of what they have been watching thrown in for good measure.

Even the Rich
Kate Hudson: It's All in the Family | 293

Even the Rich

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 47:01


Kate Hudson was born into show business. The daughter of actor Goldie Hawn and musician Bill Hudson, Kate's raised by Goldie and Kurt Russell and grows up on film sets. And while she could have gone the nepo baby route, she opts to do it herself. After wowing critics and audiences with her star turn in Cameron Crowe's 2000 hit “Almost Famous,” Kate winds up on the Mount Rushmore of rom-com queens thanks to her role in 2003's “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days”. But Kate deals with the dark side of the business too. After her meteoric rise, she contends with and an up-and-down film career, high profile relationships, as well as a controversial business venture. But these days, Kate couldn't be hotter. With a hit Netflix show (Running Point) and a debut musical album under her belt - Kate is proving that 25 years after the success of “Almost Famous,” she is very famous - and here to stay.You can follow Brooke and Aricia on socials at @brookesiffrinn and @ariciaskidmorewilliamss. And check out the brand new Even the Rich merch store at www.eventherich.com.Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Even The Rich on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting wondery.com/links/even-the-rich/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Spooky Tuesday
Sky High (2005): "Warren Peace & The Feminist Agenda"

Spooky Tuesday

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 101:06


Can a Fifth Tuesday be the *first* Tuesday of the month? We're pretty sure we laid that groundwork over the summer, which is why we're kicking off back-to-school season with Sky High (2005), our non-spooky freebie for September. Though it definitely brings the Halloween dress up vibes, this flick may be more family friendly than fearsome, but it still stars horror icons like Kurt Russell, Bruce Campbell and Mary Elizabeth Winstead. With its empowering message, extremely pleasing color palette, and an all-time bad-boy-with-a-heart-of-gold performance in Warren Peace, this movie was the moment back in the day — and, 20 years later, we're talking on our latest episode of Spooky Tuesday about why it still is. References:https://screenrant.com/sky-high-movie-trivia-facts/https://www.cbr.com/sky-high-2-doomed-sequel-story-details/https://thedisinsider.com/2024/06/01/sky-high-director-reveals-plans-for-potential-sequel/https://thedisinsider.com/2024/03/06/sky-high-director-is-ready-for-a-sequel/https://screenrant.com/sky-high-almost-got-sequel-save-university/

Free With Ads
Tombstone

Free With Ads

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 76:54


We are without our anchor Jordan Morris this week, so Emily and Matt took their ADHD medication and watched Tombstone, the hunk-filled 90's western starring Kirk Russell and Val Kilmer.Tune in next week when our movie will be... Hell Comes To Frogtown.-----Watch Emily Have You Seen This? on Mythical SocietyOr watch Emily on Mythical KitchenAlso buy some stuff from Emily's ETSY page FlemGemsSee Matt Lieb and friends at the Bell House in Brooklyn October 13th.

Invasion of the Remake Podcast
Ep.457 The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969 vs. 1995)

Invasion of the Remake Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 88:42


Because of an accident involving the school computer Dexter Riley can suddenly remember and process information in the blink of an eye, which has colleges lining up for him to represent them, and draws the interest of a criminal who's gambling empire is threatened by his new found talents. Join the Invaders as we discuss the Walt Disney classic, family adventure film The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969) starring Kurt Russell, and the 1995 television remake starring Kirk Cameron on this episode of Invasion of the Remake! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, share and subscribe! You can also help out the show with a positive review and a 5-star rating over on iTunes / Apple Podcasts. We want to hear from you and your opinions will help shape the future of the show. Your ratings and reviews also help others find the show. Their "earballs" will thank you. https://invasionoftheremake.wixsite.com/podcast Follow us on BlueSky: @invasionremake.bsky.social Follow us on X/Twitter: @InvasionRemake Like and share us on Facebook, Instagram & Tik-Tok: Invasion of the Remake Email us your questions, suggestions, corrections, challenges and comments: invasionoftheremake@gmail.com Buy a cool t-shirt, hoodies, hats, and other Invasion of the Remake swag at our merchandise store!

I Remember Liking That Movie Podcast
The Thing (1982) Does This 80s Cult Classic Still Hold Up Today?

I Remember Liking That Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 77:42


Send us a textDo you remember The Thing from 1982? We do, sort of. We remember that this movie was reviewed unfavorably by critics and audiences back in the day. Then it became a cult classic. We haven't seen it in a while, but we remember Kurt Russell trying to figure out who is human and who is the alien. We remember an abundance of gore and fantastic, practical effects. Blood, violence, and a tension that ramps up until the final act are what we remember and hope John Carpenter's The Thing still emboldens.Do You Remember Liking This Movie?

Just Like The Movies
Big Trouble In Little China

Just Like The Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 82:21


Kurt Russell auditioned for Han Solo but lost out to Harrison Ford. Well, if you ever wanted to get a glimpse of Kurt Russell's Han Solo, watch Big Trouble In Little China. We talk all about John Carpenter's cult-classic Western/Martial Arts fantasy, comedy, hell it has its own genre. Also, Kim Cattrall. Come on. Thanks for listening to our highly acclaimed movie podcast and please share a link with a friend, family member, or co-worker who loves these movies as much as you and us! And always, be kind, rewind, relax, and enjoy the show.

Two Thumbs Down with Mike and Ryan
Renegades (1989) and Tango and Cash (1989)

Two Thumbs Down with Mike and Ryan

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 94:45


Hey buddy, let's listen to a podcast! This week it's all about buddy cop movies in Renegades (21:00) and Tango & Cash (47:38). We talk Stallone, Kurt Russell, Kiefer Sutherland and Lou Diamond Phillips, some insane stunts and even more insane sex scenes, and more importantly: BOOT GUNS

TheAvod
715 - Are We There Yet? Week 3: Duelling Breakdowns

TheAvod

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2025


 This week, your friends Count Vardulon and DM watch a couple of classic evil trucker road movies. Duel will make you long for the halcyon days of simple, no-nonsense filmmaking. And Breakdown will make you want to watch more Kurt Russell movies. Tune in for a brand new round of horror movie trivia in which DM does sort of okay, and stay for an X-Files check-in. 

UNDRESSED WITH POL' AND PATRIK
Danielle Vasinova PT 1: From Manure to The Madison with Michelle Pfeiffer. Helen Mirren Shade and My Emmy is Where? Death Becomes her and Derby Dreams!

UNDRESSED WITH POL' AND PATRIK

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 61:57


The glam squad is in overdrive as Pol' Atteu and Patrik Simpson welcome actress, model, and total powerhouse Danielle Vasinova into the Undressed hot seat! You know her from The Bay (where she snagged an Emmy), the Yellowstone universe (1923), and now the buzzy new series The Madison alongside Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell. But behind the Hollywood dazzle is a farm girl from Connecticut who once shoveled manure, milked cows, and slept in her horse's stall when she got mad at her parents. Talk about rags-to-red-carpet! From cheerleading drama (she made the squad, her best friend didn't) to being scouted by Elite in a mall, Danielle dishes how her small-town upbringing collided with the high-fashion world of New York. She opens up about moving to L.A. in her Honda Accord, crashing on a blow-up mattress in Van Nuys (with some colorful neighbors), and landing her first acting gig on The Young and the Restless as “Stone” — literally overnight. The convo goes wild with casino confessions (Pol' screaming like a jackpot winner over $5), favorite cocktails (Danielle's a “skinny spicy” girl, Patrik' a Espresso Martini queen), and whether marrying Danielle could get Pol' or Patrik that coveted Cherokee/Sioux “check.” From horse racing dreams (her bucket list is a Kentucky Derby winner named Danny California) to how she landed 1923 by actually knowing how to ride a horse when another actress couldn't — Danielle proves preparation meets destiny. Plus, she spills on working with Harrison Ford, crossing paths with Helen Mirren, and filming The Madison in Montana. The tea gets deeper when Danielle reveals she nearly lost her life in early COVID days — placed on a ventilator, dropping to 90 pounds, and relearning how to walk. Her resilience and gratitude shine as she recalls surviving against all odds, a life-changing moment that reshaped everything. Patrik and Pol' share their own brushes with illness, a dramatic horse accident (caught on film for Gown and Out in Beverly Hills), and how angels—and a bit of couture flair—always seem to intervene. And because it's not Undressed without some glam gossip, we touch on Danielle being honored as Glamour Magazine's Woman of the Year, modeling for Condé Nast in Cappadocia, and her Comic-Con adventures (yes, being body-scanned in Van Nuys by “Dick” is as awkward as it sounds). Finally, Pol' pulls Danielle into the mystical world of his famous coffee cup reading. In the grinds, he sees anchors of her life: a feather tied to her role as Kestrel in The Madison and a volcanic rock from Iceland she always carries, both symbols of grounding and destiny. The reading hints at not only two new opportunities ahead, but also a hidden admirer in her life who wants to step out of the “friend zone.” Danielle is shook, Patrik is cackling, and Pol' insists the rock will guide her toward love and fortune. From Hollywood gossip to heartfelt survival stories, farm life to fashion spreads, and casinos to Comanche dialect coaches, this episode is a rollercoaster of laughs, revelations, and glam-tastic storytelling that proves Danielle Vasinova is anything but ordinary. Subscribe to our audio: linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol Atteu:  Instagram: @polatteu  Tiktok: @polatteu  Twitter: @polatteu  www.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson:  Instagram: @patriksimpson  Tiktok: @patriksimpsonbh www.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210: Instagram: @snowwhite90210 Twitter: @SnowWhite9010 www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out In Beverly Hills on Prime Video.  www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcast  Armenian Coffee Reading: https://polatteu.com/armenian-coffee-cup-read Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Forgotten Hollywood
Episode 357- "Cesar Romero: The Joker Is Wild" with author Samuel Garza Bernstein

Forgotten Hollywood

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 30:19 Transcription Available


In this episode, I spoke with author Samuel Garza Bernstein about his book "Cesar Romero: The Joker Is Wild". Dynamic and debonair, Cesar Romero was best known for creating the role of the Joker in the 1960s Batman television series. As the first actor to play Batman and Robin's villainous nemesis, Romero established the character's giddy, manic tone and the distinctive laugh that subsequent actors like Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, and Joaquin Phoenix would use as the starting points in their own Oscar-nominated (Nicholson) and Oscar-winning (Ledger and Phoenix) performances. As a closeted gay man of Latin American descent, Romero gracefully faced many personal challenges while maintaining his suave public image and starring opposite legends ranging from Shirley Temple to Marlene Dietrich, Carmen Miranda to Frank Sinatra, and Kurt Russell to Jane Wyman.Forgotten Hollywood is on Facebook.Forgotten Hollywood book series is on Amazon

Pop Culture Purgatory
Episode 319: TARANTINO MONTH: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)

Pop Culture Purgatory

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 75:54


The boys finish out their Tarantino month with his 9th film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood from 2019 written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio (in his best role) Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Emile Hirsch, Margaret Qualley, Timothy Olyphant, Julia Butters, Austin Butler, Dakota Fanning, Bruce Dern, Mike Moh, Luke Perry, Damian Lewis, Al Pacino, Mikey Madison. Maya Hawke, Sydney Sweeney, Harley Quinn Smith, Kansas Bowling, Danielle Harris, Scoot McNairy, Clifton Collins Jr, Kurt Russell, Clu Gulager and Zoe Bell!!! Thanks for checkin us out!!! If you'd to find our past and most recent episodes go to Podbean.com and you can find us on where most other podcasts are found. Intro & Outro music from the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood soundtrack 1. Ready for action by Syd Dale https://youtu.be/6hS01XjnY5s?si=mxLCCxvZxx9jzd9y 2. Mexico Western by Francesco De Masi https://youtu.be/Y3TYVB1CHKw?si=7yVH3K3-UcVb1oBg  

Pop Culture Purgatory
Episode 318: TARANTINO MONTH: THE HATEFUL EIGHT (2015)

Pop Culture Purgatory

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 79:10


WELCOME BACK TO PURGATORY!!!! This week the boy's trek on in Tarantino month with his eighth film 2015 The Hateful Eight!!! Written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. The score used in the film is by Ennio Morricone, originally created for John Carpenter's The Thing and it's pretty incredible. The film stars Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Walton Goggins, Demian Bichir, Tim Roth, Michael Madsen, Bruce Dern, James Parks, Dana Gourrier, Zoe Bell, Lee Horsley, Gene Jones, Keith Jefferson, Craig Stark, Belinda Owino and Channing Tatum!!! Thanks for checkin us out!!! You can find our back and most recent episodes on Podbean.com and you can find us on where most other podcasts are found!!! Intro & Outro music by Ennio Morricone from The Hateful Eight soundtrack score. 1. l'Ultima Diligenza di Red Rock (Versione Integrale) https://youtu.be/qKQxJV5yX-A?si=QTbYQb3FjiRMW3lj 2. Neve #3 https://youtu.be/nkOlJPRiw6Y?si=sW27k-o0a_C67tKu  

No More Late Fees
Sky High

No More Late Fees

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 73:45


This week, the No More Late Fees gals are taking it to the clouds—literally—with a deep dive into Sky High, the 2005 Disney superhero flick that blended high school angst with spandex and laser vision. Jackie and Danielle relive the charm of Will Stronghold's awkward ascent from powerless freshman to full-on hero, fangirl hard over Warren Peace (because duh), and marvel at the casting perfection that gave us Kurt Russell, Kelly Preston, and Linda Carter in one glorious package. If you've ever wondered what Hogwarts would look like with capes and cafeteria brawls, this is your cinematic comfort food.But that's not all! The duo spill all the juicy behind-the-scenes tea—from the sequel that never was to casting “what-ifs” that will make your head spin (Alec Baldwin? Danny Trejo?!). There's debate over superhero genetics, impassioned rants about Layla's questionable choices, and a proper send-up to the real MVP: Ron Wilson, Bus Driver. Add in some throwback trivia, fandom hot takes, and a nostalgic love letter to Disney's mid-2000s magic, and you've got an episode that's more fun than a power placement day gone rogue. Buckle up, listeners—this one's sky high in laughs and geeky glee.·Season 5 Episode 16—No More Late Fees ⁠https://nomorelatefeespodcast.com⁠909-601-NMLF (6653)—Follow Us on Social:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/nomorelatefees TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@nomorelatefees Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/nomorelatefeesYoutubehttps://www.youtube.com/@nomorelatefees Twitterhttps://x.com/NoMoreLateFees —CONQUERing⁠⁠myconquering.com⁠⁠10% Off Code: JACKIE10

Parallaxis
Kurt Russell lehalálkosárlabdázza Che Guevarát | Menekülés Los Angelesből (1996) | Parallaxis #126

Parallaxis

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 46:28


Mai filmünk egy vérbeli poszt-apokaliptikus akciófilmbe csomagolt lövöldözős videojáték egyenesen 1996-ból, amelyben Los Angeles egy földrengés következtében leválik a szárazföldről, és ettől kezdve börtönszigetként működik, ahol a nem kívánatos embereket tartják. Az elnök lánya, Utopia, ellopja azt a készüléket, amely képes a világot az elektromosság előtti korba taszítani, és a börtönszigetre szökik, hogy az erőszakos anarchista pasijával szövetkezve megzsarolja az elnököt, aki arra kényszeríti főhősünket, hogy hozza vissza az ellopott világvége készüléket. A Parallaxis legújabb részében a Menekülés Los Angelesből (1996) című filmről beszélgettünk. https://parallaxis.blog.hu/2025/07/30/parallaxis_ep126 https://youtu.be/7CtzIxG-JO4 Patreon oldalunkon támogatóink számára a nyilvános premier előtt tesszük elérhetővé podcastjeink epizódjait, illetve a Parallaxis Podcast hosszabb, különleges változatát – akár már havi 1000 forintért! (a tájékoztatás nem teljes körű) https://www.patreon.com/parallaxis Adásainkat megtalálod többek között Spotify-on, Soundcloud- és YouTube-csatornánkon, valamint Google és Apple Podcasts-en is! Kattints és válassz platformot! https://parallaxis.blog.hu/2021/07/16/podcast_platformok Még több podcast a Parallaxis Univerzumban: http://podcast.emtv.hu

The Night Club
Episode 193: Thundergulch(Bone Tomahawk - 2015)

The Night Club

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 221:05


Come party like a troglodyte with TNC for a Midnight Ritual of Bone Tomahawk(2015)! The Venture: Book 1 of The Deception Star Chronicles by PS Gillespie(Madame Wyrd) Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Book-Deception-Star-Chronicles/dp/1300467851 Kevysie: https://kevysieinternational.com/products/the-venture-book-1-of-the-deception-star-chronicles TNC: https://linktr.ee/thenightclub -Letterboxd- Travis: https://letterboxd.com/thenightclub/ Ricky: https://letterboxd.com/fvlsekvltrick/ Trevor: https://letterboxd.com/darkfixius/ Cody: https://letterboxd.com/codyco/ Special Guests: Madame Wyrd and Strawberry.

Will and Matt
Tombstone

Will and Matt

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 50:58


A Western with an ALL STAR CAST! Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, Powers Boothe, Biehn, Paxton, Elliott, Thornton, just everyone... did we mention Billy Zane? Gather round the campfire and open up that can of beans as we dig in to the classic 90's Western that is Tombstone!DISCLAIMER: Language and Spoilers!TOMBSTONEdir. George P. Cosmatos; Kevin Jarrecast: Kurt Russell; Val Kilmer; Michael Biehn

2 Jews & 2 Black Dudes Review the Movies
#41: The Hateful Eight

2 Jews & 2 Black Dudes Review the Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 96:02


Eric, Jeff, Sheek, Styles and Jadakiss got together in Yonkers to break down The Hateful Eight, the 2015 American western thriller film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino and starring Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell and Jennifer Jason Leigh. We discuss acting ciphers, modern cowboys, whether counterfeits are allowed, the idea of justice, Sam Jackson's cinematic catalog, Quentin's liberal writing, and much, much more! PLUS: Is Jadakiss Italian!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pop Culture Purgatory
Episode 315: TARANTINO MONTH: DEATH PROOF (2007)

Pop Culture Purgatory

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 76:16


WELCOME BACK TO PURGATORY!!!! I'm not a cowboy Pam...I'm a stuntman This week the boys get together to talk about Tarantino's Death Proof part of the Grindhouse house double feature along with Robert Rodriguez's Planet Terror from 2007.  The film stars Vanessa Ferlito, Sydney Tamiia Poitier, Jordan Ladd, Marcy Harriell, Tracy Thoms, Rose Mcgowan, Kurt Russell, Rosario Dawson, Zoe Bell, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Michael and James Parks Thanks for checkin us out!!! You can find us on Podbean.com and where other podcasts are found!!! Intro & Outro tracks from the Death Proof soundtrack. 1. Funky Fanfair by Keith Mansfield https://youtu.be/wnNW3ti1NPc?si=LpqpjRtqU07ynE5A The Last Race by Jack Nitzsche https://youtu.be/JjUr7g0KWOY?si=fURDmwWg_umMmYNF 2. Jeepster by T. Rex https://youtu.be/gunperx0vDc?si=1Jtc3AZkU797VOoG  

The Patrick Madrid Show
The Patrick Madrid Show: July 18, 2025 - Hour 1

The Patrick Madrid Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 51:06


Patrick threads through cultural questions about Disney fatigue, the surprising streaming stats of Gunsmoke, and the endurance of classic TV, weaving in Mike Rowe on the urgency for trades as tech transforms jobs. The episode weaves callers’ real-life faith, parenting, and ethical dilemmas, while Patrick fields everything from baptism validity to feng shui for nurseries and warnings about dubious online miracle prayers, keeping the conversation unpredictable and lively throughout. Audio: Jerry Seinfeld on Marcus Aurelius (02:12) Steve Miller Band cancels all tour dates due to bad weather (04:59) 50-year-old ‘Gunsmoke’ Reruns More Popular than Disney’s Star Wars/Marvel Trash (08:40) Mike Rowe: We need 500,000 welders, plumbers, and electricians (18:01) Christine - How can I avoid liberal Catholic schools? (28:19) Todd - Gun smoke did have an 'A' list Star. Kurt Russell was on when he was a kid. (35:34) Linda - My Grandchildren are getting baptized in a non-Catholic Church. Is that a valid baptism? (37:27) Billy (email) - A priest told me the other day that God loves us unconditionally, but he damns us to hell if we don’t love him back. How is that unconditional? (40:11) Shannon - Is feng shui compatible with Catholics? (43:41) Bob - Can I do tai chi for health purposes and to lose weight? (46:37) Rosalie - During the Carter administration I was an apprentice for the federal Government. We were trained how to be mechanics. They canceled the program though but now we are needing these jobs. (49:09)

Trivia With Budds
11 Trivia Questions on 5-Letter Answers

Trivia With Budds

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 6:16


See how you do with this quiz!  Fact of the Day: Walt Disney's last words were "Kurt Russell".  Triple Connections: Extra, Trident, Orbit THE FIRST TRIVIA QUESTION STARTS AT 01:46 SUPPORT THE SHOW MONTHLY, LISTEN AD-FREE FOR JUST $1 A MONTH: www.Patreon.com/TriviaWithBudds INSTANT DOWNLOAD DIGITAL TRIVIA GAMES ON ETSY, GRAB ONE NOW!  GET A CUSTOM EPISODE FOR YOUR LOVED ONES:  Email ryanbudds@gmail.com Theme song by www.soundcloud.com/Frawsty Bed Music:  "EDM Detection Mode" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ http://TriviaWithBudds.com http://Facebook.com/TriviaWithBudds http://Instagram.com/ryanbudds Book a party, corporate event, or fundraiser anytime by emailing ryanbudds@gmail.com or use the contact form here: https://www.triviawithbudds.com/contact SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL MY AMAZING PATREON SUBSCRIBERS INCLUDING:   Mollie Dominic Vernon Heagy Brian Clough Nathalie Avelar Natasha raina leslie gerhardt Skilletbrew Bringeka Brooks Martin Yves Bouyssounouse Sam Diane White Youngblood Evan Lemons Trophy Husband Trivia Rye Josloff Lynnette Keel Nathan Stenstrom Lillian Campbell Jerry Loven Ansley Bennett Gee Jamie Greig Jeremy Yoder Adam Jacoby rondell Adam Suzan Chelsea Walker Tiffany Poplin Bill Bavar Sarah Dan  Katelyn Turner Keiva Brannigan Keith Martin Sue First Steve Hoeker Jessica Allen Michael Anthony White Lauren Glassman Brian Williams Henry Wagner Brett Livaudais Linda Elswick Carter A. Fourqurean KC Khoury Tonya Charles  Justly Maya Brandon Lavin Kathy McHale Chuck Nealen Courtney French Nikki Long Mark Zarate Laura Palmer  JT Dean Bratton Kristy Erin Burgess Chris Arneson Trenton Sullivan Jen and Nic Michele Lindemann Ben Stitzel Michael Redman Timothy Heavner Jeff Foust Richard Lefdal Myles Bagby Jenna Leatherman Albert Thomas Kimberly Brown Tracy Oldaker Sara Zimmerman Madeleine Garvey Jenni Yetter JohnB Patrick Leahy Dillon Enderby James Brown Christy Shipley Alexander Calder Ricky Carney Paul McLaughlin Casey OConnor Willy Powell Robert Casey Rich Hyjack Matthew Frost Brian Salyer Greg Bristow Megan Donnelly Jim Fields Mo Martinez Luke Mckay Simon Time Feana Nevel

Video Villa Entertainment
Soldier (1998) | Movie Review - Video Villa Entertainment Podcast FT. Dissect That Film

Video Villa Entertainment

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 101:04


This week Parker from  @DissectThatFilm joins us as we dust off a forgotten slice of late-'90s sci-fi action with Paul W.S. Anderson's Soldier (1998), starring a mostly silent but fully shredded Kurt Russell. From the bleak wastelands of junk planets to the emotionally stunted heart of a genetically bred killing machine, we're breaking down the brutal, the bizarre, and the surprisingly heartfelt moments in this cult favorite.Was Soldier ahead of its time or just another discarded relic from the video store shelves? We talk military programming, emotional reawakening, slow-motion explosions—and how this film might secretly be a cousin to Blade Runner.

90mins On Film
'Big Trouble In Little China' [1986] - Wackoe, CE Garcia, Ben Gonzalez, and Erns.

90mins On Film

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 94:40


It's all in the reflexes... and we're celebrating the anniversary of John Carpenter's modern Western and kung fu cult classic "Big Trouble in Little China," and this time, we've brought backup! Joining us all the way from Japan is special guest host (and 1/3 of 'Movies In Trouble') Ben Gonzalez, along with special guest Erns, a Southern Californian lens wizard, to help us shake the pillars of heaven. From ancient curses, to evil sorcery, and Kurt Russell's 1980's peak hairdo, we're diving deep into the chaos, like a little old basket case on wheels...Make a film recommendation for an upcoming episode!Thank you for listening! Don't forget to rate & subscribe. New episodes bi-weekly. Also available on YouTube. All new website coming soon!

The Fifth Column - Analysis, Commentary, Sedition
#515 - Big Trouble in Little MAGA

The Fifth Column - Analysis, Commentary, Sedition

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 91:16


* Crazy from the heat* AMA* Who is Jim Walden??* The dumbest civil war * So we have to discuss the Epstein “issue” again, eh?* I think we solved the case…* Leaving breadcrumbs in the archives* Jimmy Carter and the aliens * That's a lotta airstrikes* The plastic surgery exception* Kurt Russell, American * The next, hottest Nobelist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.wethefifth.com/subscribe

Scandal Water
“Tombstone” (1993) Is Still Our Huckleberry

Scandal Water

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 69:41


When just a glimpse of the famous gunslingers' silhouette or the phrase “I'm your huckleberry” immediately transports you to the world of “Tombstone” (1993), it's a pretty sure sign the film is a classic. Featuring a star-studded cast, “Tombstone” is now widely regarded as one of the all-time best Westerns… which is even more impressive considering the massive obstacles the cast and crew faced during filming! Why was the original director fired a month into the shoot? How did Kurt Russell save the movie, according to some of his fellow actors? What strategies did Val Kilmer use to bring his iconic Doc Holliday to life? And how accurately did “Tombstone” portray the actual characters and events depicted in the film? You're a daisy if you join us for this nostalgic episode! Listen (and follow!) on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast Youtube channel.  How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review and subscribe! Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Give a gift through buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod or patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast– which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #tombstonemovie #tombstone #tombstonearizona #kurtrussell #valkilmer #wyattearp #imyourhuckleberry #western #wildwest #docholiday #cowboy #oldwest #kurtrussell #saywhen #movies #samelliott #billpaxton #art #westerns #cowboys #travels #gunslinger #virgilearp #outlaw #okcorral #unforgiven #GoWestYoungMan #TheWildWest #Film #Movie #ScandalWaterPodcast #Podcast  

What's Our Verdict Movies
Miracle (2004)

What's Our Verdict Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 37:31 Transcription Available


Our focus this episode is the cinematic exploration of the film "Miracle," which recounts the remarkable triumph of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team against the formidable Soviet squad. We delve into the nuances of this historical event, examining the intricate dynamics of coaching under Herb Brooks, portrayed by Kurt Russell, and the profound implications of such a victory on national pride and identity. The conversation traverses various themes, including the emotional resonance of the film, the authentic representation of the athletes' struggles, and the fine line between creative license and historical accuracy. As we engage with the complexities of this iconic sports narrative, we reflect on the cultural significance it holds, not only within the realm of sports but also as a metaphor for resilience and perseverance. Ultimately, this episode serves as an invitation to revisit a pivotal moment in sports history through the lens of cinema, enhancing our understanding of both the film and the real events it depicts.Support us:https://www.patreon.com/whatsourverdictEmail us: hosts@whatsourverdict.comFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatsourverdictTwitter: @whatsourverdictInstagram: @whatsourverdictYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC-K_E-ofs3b85BnoU4R6liAVisit us:www.whatsourverdict.com

Pop Culture Historians
SKY HIGH! (2005)

Pop Culture Historians

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 71:22


This week, the Pop Culture Historians go back to school with SKY HIGH, a Disney superhero adventure that features cover of classic 80s tunes, a winning Kurt Russell performance and a cavalcade of stars! Bruce Campbell, Lynda Carter, and Dave Foley to name just a few. Did we give this movie a passing grade, or did it make us want to cut class?

Where To Stick It
Episode 466 - Executive Decision

Where To Stick It

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 36:23


We're approaching the end of season 7 with this week's entry Executive Decision. Starring Kurt Russell, Steven Seagal, and Halle Berry. A notorious terrorist has hijacked a plane heading to DC with the deadly Soviet nerve agent DZ-5. It's up to Dr. David Grant (Kurt Russell), and Lt. Colonel Austin Travis (Steven Seagal) to save the plane and the free world.Support the showCatch new episodes of the Where to Stick It Podcast every Tuesday and Thursday. If you like the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon where we upload exclusive content each month for only $3 a month.

Verbal Diorama
Tombstone (1993)

Verbal Diorama

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 50:58 Transcription Available


What happens when Hollywood egos, sabotage campaigns, and directorial chaos collide in the Arizona desert? Tombstone is a film that survived one of the most tumultuous productions in Western movie history to become a beloved cult classic.You think the gunfight at the O.K. Corral was dramatic? That's nothing compared to Kevin Costner's alleged studio sabotage campaign, the director who got fired just one month into filming, and how Kurt Russell allegedly secretly took over directing duties while refusing to put his name on the film. A bitter rivalry with Costner's competing Wyatt Earp nearly killed Tombstone before it reached cinemas, and Val Kilmer's career-defining performance as Doc Holliday only really happened because of studio interference, which came from Costner's attempt to derail the production.From the scorching Arizona heat, to the replacement director brought in with just three days of preparation; a director who made the cinematographer quit three times, as well as various other crew members, Tombstone is a masterclass in how great movies can emerge from absolute production disasters. It's a tale of Hollywood hardball, Western justice, and that sometimes your worst enemy can accidentally become your greatest asset.I would love to hear your thoughts on Tombstone (1993) !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards and was nominated for the Earworm Award at the 2025 Golden Lobes.CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Simon, Laurel, Derek, Cat, Andy, Mike, Luke, Michael, Scott, Brendan, Ian, Lisa, Sam, Jack, Stuart, Nicholas, Zo, Kev, Heather, Danny, Stu, Brett, Philip M, Xenos, Sean, Ryno, Philip K, Adam, Elaine, Kyle and Aaron.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacyOP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Legends Podcast
Legends Podcast #733; Bone Tomahawk (2015)

Legends Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 62:42


Ten years ago, 2015 was the year of the epic Western. Two films, Alejandro Iñárritu's The Revenant and Quentin Tarantino's The Hateful Eight, clocked in at an average length of 170 minutes and scored a combined 15 Academy Award nominations, winning 4 between them. As a pair, the two films brought in nearly $700 million at the box office. Along with John Maclean's Sundance darling Slow West, the year marked a return to prominence of the western genre, foreshadowing the next decade's breakout hits like Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone and Hell or High Water, and Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon. Slipping somewhat under the radar in 2015 was the directorial debut of S. Craig Zahler, a prolific author and screenwriter with a penchant for wit, grit, and gore. Zahler cast Kurt Russell, Patrick Wilson, Matthew Fox, and Richard Jenkins in a Western akin to John Ford's The Searchers by way of Wes Craven's The Hills Have Eyes. When townsfolk are kidnapped by a clan of troglodyte cannibals, four men - the sheriff, a cowboy, a gunslinger, and the back-up deputy - ride out as a posse to rescue them. The indie film quickly earned praise for its direction, dialogue, and disturbing imagery, and has built a cult following in the decade hence. But is our posse of hosts in agreement on how Bone Tomahawk lands? Or will we, too, be split down the middle?   For more geeky podcasts visit GonnaGeek.com    You can find us on iTunes under ''Legends Podcast''. Please subscribe and give us a positive review. You can also follow us on Twitter @LegendsPodcast or even better, send us an e-mail: LegendsPodcastS@gmail.com    You can write to Rum Daddy directly: rumdaddylegends@gmail.com    You can find all our contact information here on the Network page of GonnaGeek.com Our complete archive is always available at www.legendspodcast.com, www.legendspodcast.libsyn.com  Music: Title Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Fun With Horror - A Horror Movie Review Podcast

Hi there, friends! It's the third and final part of our "The Thing" series. And we're finally going back to 1982 to talk about the classic, John Carpenter's "The Thing", starring Kurt Russell. This one is a daunting movie to discuss, as we know there are a lot of huge fans of it, plus it's been talked about a ton on other podcasts. So we did our best to talk about it in the fun and loving way we try to talk about all the movies we watch. We also talk about a new horror store that recently opened in Burbank, Killer Fitness. And of course, stay tuned until the end to hear what Andrew chose for our next movie!"The Thing" is the second adaptation of John W. Campbell's novella, "Who Goes There?" It's a closer adaptation than the 1951 movie, retaining the alien's ability to imitate any living thing it comes in contact with, and how the men at Outpost 51 deal with it.Feel free to send us a message! What did you think of this movie? Of this episode? Support us on Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/FunWithHorrorPodcastFollow us on social media:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/396586601815924Twitter - https://twitter.com/funwhorrorInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/fun_with_horror_podcast/FWH + Fangoria collab:For 20% off at the Fango Shop, just enter FUN_WITH_HORROR_PODCAST at checkout!

The Disness: A Disney Retrospective
E56: Miracle (2004) [feat. Rachel Robinson]

The Disness: A Disney Retrospective

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 124:31


After a multi-month hiatus, The Disness is BACK to talk about the Kurt Russell led Miracle! Hit the ice with us as we talk about the cast, break down the film, share personal opinions, and so much more!Follow Us!Instagram: @DisnessPodcastTwitter/X: @TheDisness

Where To Stick It
Episode 460 - Sky High

Where To Stick It

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 49:45


In a time before the marvel super hero boom, when super hero movies were still whimsical, fun, and not too serious, Disney dropped some absolute heat with 2005's Sky High. Starring Kurt Russell and Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Sky High covers the typical high school drama and struggles but in a fun super hero way.Support the showCatch new episodes of the Where to Stick It Podcast every Tuesday and Thursday. If you like the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon where we upload exclusive content each month for only $3 a month.

Media Path Podcast
Stories of 60s Child Stardom & Decades of Thriving in Show Biz with Kathy Garver!

Media Path Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 63:40


You may know Kathy Garver from Family Affair but her career before and since “Cissy” is expansive! She is still extraordinarily prolific with a calendar full of film dates, audio book recordings, and event appearances!Kathy began' singing and dancing at age three and had already racked up 12 screen credits when she was cast as an extra in The Ten Commandments. From high atop his director crane, Cecile B. DeMille spotted her carrying a lamb and jumped down to write her a larger role as “Rachel the Slave Girl,” a part that brought her face to face with Charlton Heston as he parted The Red Sea!  At age 20, she was whisked from her UCLA sorority house to a sitcom set when she landed the role of big-sister “Cissy Davis” in one of CBS's first color shows, Family Affair!Kathy tells us how her mother employed Streaks N' Tips to match her dark locks to those of her TV siblings. The resulting greenish hue did not detract Ed Hartmann  from casting the perfect sibling for Buffy and Jody.Kathy shares her thoughts on why her younger co-stars struggled to adjust into their adult lives. She credits her smooth transition to her supportive family and spending her high school years in San Bernardino, away from the judgement of Hollywood.In IMDB Roulette, Kathy talks about sharing credits with Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby, Kurt Russell, Chuck Connors, Patty Duke, Julie Andrews and Andy Griffith.Kathy has amassed an impressive body of voice work, which includes playing Firestar in Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends. She has also mastered the craft of audio-book narration with her most recent work being, Elvis, Rocky & Me: The Carol Connors Story, coming in July.We hear about Kathy's, many books, her slew of upcoming projects and appearances, her unrelenting optimism and her belief in the 'divine threads' of people and events which are creating the fabric of her life.In recommendations--Weezy: HBO Max Documentary, Pee Wee As HimselfFritz:  Netflix Series, American Manhunt - Osama Bin Laden Path Points of Interest:Kathy GarverKathy Garver - WikiKathy Garver - IMDBKathy Garver - InstagramKathy Garver on FacebookKathy Garver Facebook Fan PageKathy Garver's Photos and BooksKathy's Jun/July 2025 NewsletterWhittier Comic Con on June 22Elvis, Rocky & Me: The Carol Connors Story AudiobookGusPee Wee As HimselfAmerican Manhunt - Osama Bin Laden

Mac N Cheese Movies
Tombstone with Borracho Beans

Mac N Cheese Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 56:26


With Borracho Beans, we talk about "Tombstone", its troubled production, the two movies one subject era, how we wish this were a little more "Young Guns" and how every white dude on earth is in this movie.

Nerd Lunch
369 | Furious 7 (2015)

Nerd Lunch

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 132:16


Michael, Rob, and Pax cover Paul Walker's emotional, final ride with his Fast and Furious family in Furious 7. The movie also features Jason Statham back as Deckard Shaw after his brief appearance in the previous one, a couple of other cameos from earlier films, and the introductions of Kurt Russell and Nathalie Emmanuel to the series.

Awards Chatter
Kate Hudson - 'Running Point' [LIVE]

Awards Chatter

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 72:39


In front of an audience at the Newport Beach TV Fest, the beloved actress talks about her mom Goldie Hawn and stepdad Kurt Russell, her Oscar-nominated breakthrough in 'Almost Famous,' the pros and cons of becoming a rom-com star with 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' and what led her to TV to play a version of Lakers owner Jeanie Buss on a buzzy new Netflix comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mass-Debaters
Ranking 1986 Movies: Is Ferris Bueller Overrated?

Mass-Debaters

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 67:48


Join us as we rank the top movies of 1986 and tackle the big question: Is Ferris Bueller overrated? From cult classics like "Big Trouble in Little China" and "The Golden Child" to heartfelt dramas like "Stand by Me," this countdown has something for everyone. We'll dive into the hits, the hidden gems, and the iconic films that shaped 1986, all while sharing fun trivia, behind-the-scenes facts, and some fiery opinions. Whether you're a fan of action, comedy, or unforgettable soundtracks, this list will take you on a nostalgic journey through cinema history. Don't miss the ultimate debate on Ferris Bueller and so much more!#videoessay #transformers #comedy #jeaniebueller #matthewbroderickCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:38 - Why 1986: Film Significance, Cultural Impact, 80s Movies05:22 - #25 Chopping Mall: Horror Comedy, 80s Cult Classic, Shopping Mall07:36 - #24 Back to School: Rodney Dangerfield, Comedy, College Life09:18 - #23 Poltergeist II: The Other Side: Horror Sequel, Supernatural, 80s Classic11:36 - She's Gotta Have It: Spike Lee, Independent Film, 80s Cinema12:55 - Crocodile Dundee: Adventure Comedy, Iconic Characters, Australia15:04 - Howard the Duck: Cult Film, Superhero Comedy, 80s Nostalgia18:05 - The Money Pit: Tom Hanks, Comedy, Home Renovation19:40 - The Great Mouse Detective: Animated Film, Disney Classic, Mystery22:10 - Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home: Sci-Fi, Star Trek Franchise, Time Travel23:40 - The Transformers: The Movie: Animated Adventure, Transformers Franchise, 80s Cartoons26:03 - Pretty in Pink: Teen Romance, John Hughes, 80s Fashion28:41 - Labyrinth: Fantasy Film, Jim Henson, David Bowie30:39 - An American Tail: Animated Film, Family Adventure, Immigration Story32:54 - Highlander: Action Fantasy, Immortal Warriors, 80s Icon35:03 - Three Amigos: Comedy, Western Parody, Steve Martin37:27 - Top Gun: Tom Cruise, Action Drama, Fighter Pilots40:08 - Police Academy 3: Back in Training: Comedy Series, Police Training, 80s Humor41:44 - Big Trouble in Little China: Action Comedy, Kurt Russell, Chinese Mythology44:31 - Short Circuit: Sci-Fi Comedy, Robot, Artificial Intelligence46:58 - The Golden Child: Eddie Murphy, Fantasy Comedy, 80s Hits49:00 - Aliens: Sci-Fi Horror, James Cameron, Action Sequel51:26 - Little Shop of Horrors: Musical Comedy, Horror, Plant Monster55:14 - Stand by Me: Coming of Age, Friendship, Stephen King58:10 - The Karate Kid Part II: Martial Arts, Sequel, 80s Film1:00:17 - Ferris Bueller's Day Off: Teen Comedy, Day Off, 80s Classic1:03:40 - If You Had to Pick a Movie Right Now: Movie Recommendations, Discussion, Favorites1:04:25 - Final Top 10: Best Movies, Rankings, 80s Highlights1:06:00 - Goodbye: Conclusion, Farewell, End of Video

Second in Command: A Veep Rewatch
Escape From L.A. | Matt & Tim

Second in Command: A Veep Rewatch

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 82:27


Matt and Tim discuss the 1996 John Carpenter film, Escape From L.A., starring Kurt Russell. Cliff Robertson plays The President. A young Wyatt Russell is uncredited as an orphan boy! Thanks to our sponsor: BetterHelp! As the largest online therapy provider in the world, BetterHelp can provide access to mental health professionals with a diverse variety of expertise. Talk it out, with BetterHelp. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/VEEP. Matt Walsh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrmattwalsh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Timothy Simons ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothycsimons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Second In Command ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/secondincommandpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email questions to: secondincommandatc@gmail.com For more full length episodes like this, and the entire back catalog of Veep rewatches, go to patreon.com/secondincommand

The Andrew Klavan Show
The Greatest Westerns of All Time RANKED

The Andrew Klavan Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 14:22


You are in for a treat today, pilgrim! I'll be ranking my favorite Western films of all time. I have a feeling many of these films will get a tip of my hat. However, I hope some of them are bad so I can shoot them into their grave. Keep your trigger finger ready and your eyes on the screen—yee-haw!

Literally! With Rob Lowe
Filmmaker Gavin O'Connor: Theatre Rat

Literally! With Rob Lowe

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 70:02


Filmmaker Gavin O'Connor joins Rob Lowe to discuss casting Kurt Russell in the classic hockey film "Miracle," his collaborations with Ben Affleck, working with Keri Russell on "The Americans," the genius of Paul Newman, favorite Broadway performances, his new film "The Accountant 2," and much more.Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!