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It's time to review one of our most requested movies since we started the show... Watchmen! The film that helped put Zack Snyder on the map and got him the DC films to come, Watchmen is a non-traditional super hero movie in many respects but it is oh so deep and nuanced with nerdy discussions to be had. We also review the Ultimate Edition which adds so much more to the movie. Helping us with this meaty film is our great friend of the show Eric Blattberg! Before we jump into the film we also break down our top 5 Director Cuts of all time. It's a long movie so it's a long show. So grab your masks, put on some Bob Dylan, and don't forget... everything's a joke... it's time for Watchmen on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:26:22 Top 5 Director Cut Films 01:07:42 Watchmen Discussion Begins 01:55:45 Rorschach Goes to See Dan 02:12:16 Meet Ozymandias 02:36:01 A New Team 02:57:29 Dr. Manhattan on Mars 03:14:18 The Sea Captain 03:22:48 Rorschach is Interrogated 03:56:30 Putting Pieces Together 04:01:07 Jon and Miracles 04:09:41 The Master Plan 04:25:07 Reconciling Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Season Two of The Last of Us only has a few episodes left! We are up to Episode 5: Feel Her Love. Ellie and Dina are caught in the middle of a war on their quest. And in tonight's episode they sure bit off more than they could chew. The Movie Defenders break down every bit of the episode, the acting, directing, action, writing, and everything in between. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Ellie and Dina are now on their chosen path. But what have they gotten themselves into? This episode was filled with nods to the game! Join the Movie Defenders as they break down the latest installment of The Last of Us Season 2! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

May the 4th Be With You! We couldn't figure out a better way to Celebrate Star Wars day than with Spaceballs! A classic we all grew up on, we are going to laugh our rear-ends off the entire show and you're along for the ride. Lonestar, Vespa, Barf, Dot Matrix, and Dark Helmet are all here! Before we break down and enjoy the movie, we have a segment of There Can Be Only One... spoofs style! So grab your Spaceballs the Flamethrower, grab your Schwartz rings, and protect your balls... it's time for Spaceballs on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:33:36 There Can Be Only One - Spoofs 00:50:59 Spaceballs Discussion Starts 01:17:21 Mr. Coffee and Watching Radar 01:34:54 The Mission 01:43:25 When will then be now? Soon. 01:51:36 Just Plain Yogurt 02:01:43 Dolls and Nose Jobs 02:11:51 Your Shwartz is As Big As Mine 02:19:04 Princes and Liquid Schwartz Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

The best show on TV soldiers on as the universe of The Last of Us picks up the pieces. The show's theme is "Every path has a price." A path is chosen in this episode. Come along with The Movie Defenders to break this one down just minutes after the show aired. Click here to connect and listen anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's NFL Draft time so we go after a rare sports movie, Draft Day! Ivan Reitman's last film, it dives entertainingly into the world of the NFL Draft in a smart, entertaining way. A fantastic cast and a lot of entertaining moments and scenes round out a very underrated sports movie. Before we peel back the layers on Draft Day, we each bring our Top 5 Sports Movies of all time to the table. So inflate those balls, grab your favorite team jersey, and always look for the money on the last page of your playbooks... it's time for Draft Day on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:23:10 Top 5 Sports Movies of All Time 00:53:32 Draft Day Discussion Starts 01:11:20 Seahawks Unsure 01:22:33 The Trade Offer 01:36:26 A New Offer 01:40:04 Sonny Tells the Browns Staff 01:52:53 Coach is Pissed 02:13:03 Confiding in Ali 02:28:52 Coach Calls Bo Again 02:41:13 "I want my #1s back, all of 'em..." Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Welcome to a special first episode of The Movie Defenders podcast companion show for The Last of Us: Season 2! We break down every episode minutes after it airs, starting with Episode 1: "Future Days". We dive into the episode with our three hosts and special guest and TLOU encyclopedia, Scott's daughter, Alyssa. So let's start the season off right and break down the first episode of The Last of Us: Season 2! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Live from wherever the heck you are, it's Saturday Night! One of last year's surprising (and underrated) hits of 2024, Saturday Night tells the (mostly) true story of getting the first SNL show off the ground in a brilliant way! We have so much fun laughing our rear ends off and walking thru this fun film. We also dissect our top 5 movies with SNL cast members in them as well. So grab your bee costumes, sign those contracts, and be sure to feed your fingertips to the wolverines... it's time for Saturday Night on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 A Special Cold Open! 00:38:53 Top 5 Movies with SNL Cast Members 01:09:38 Saturday Night Discussion Begins 01:33:00 The Chaos Begins 01:55:21 Kissing Up to Affiliates 02:09:05 Facing Down the Censors 02:22:39 Enter George Carlin 02:35:20 Milton Berle, Belushi, and Carson 02:51:25 Chevy vs Berle 02:58:05 Lorne Gets Real Talk 03:14:13 Show Me Saturday Night 03:27:20 Go Live! Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

At long last, it's time for Constantine! One of the most requested films since we started the show, we figured it was about time as the movie reached 20 years old. Also a treat is the fact that until this show, Brev and Donald hadn't seen it, so Scott will lead the guys thru! Before we talk the movie, however, we break down a There Can Be Only One with the cast. So grab your crucifix brass knuckles, grab your screech beetles, and don't forget the holy water... it's time for Constantine on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:24:53 There Can Be Only One 00:43:16 Constantine Discussion Starts 01:42:18 John and Angela Visit Church 01:55:35 Papa Midnight 02:04:45 John's Apartment and The Wager 02:22:58 John's Backstory 02:34:55 Balthazar and Angela is Taken 02:44:58 Chas Has a Plan 02:51:12 Into the Light I Command Thee 03:00:15 Loucifer and the End Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's that time of year again... time for our Defender Awards! We celebrate the best in movies in 2024 and give out our own awards, Shields, to our picks just like the Oscars. Ours are just more fun. It's a long one so listen in chunks if you must and don't forget we have chapter headings to skip to your favs! Lots of clips, scenes, trailers, you name it. So strap in... let's head to the blue Movie Defenders carpet... and let's do The Defender Awards! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:15:34 Top 10 Favorite Movies of 2024 00:58:00 Most Unfairly Criticized Movie 01:03:05 Best Trailer 01:14:37 Best Picture Nominee: Alien - Romulus 01:22:48 Best Scene 01:35:47 Best Music 01:47:26 Best Picture Nominee: Anora 01:57:40 Best Supporting Actress 02:11:51 Best Supporting Actor 02:20:39 Best Picture Nominee: Deadpool & Wolverine 02:26:51 In Memorium 02:47:01 Best Picture Nominee: Dune - Part 2 02:52:00 Best Actress 03:10:03 Best Actor 03:22:59 Best Picture Nominee: Furiosa - A Mad Max Saga 03:26:49 Best Cinematography 03:30:59 Best Quote or Monologue 03:39:09 Best Picture Nominee: Smile 2 03:43:39 Best Screenplay 03:49:30 Best Opening Scene or Credits 03:56:57 Best Picture Nominee: The Substance 04:04:52 Biggest Surprise Movie 04:11:39 Best Genre (Sci-Fi) Movie 04:16:16 Best Picture Nominee: Wicked 04:24:00 Best Ending 04:39:47 Best Director 04:49:11 Best Picture Nominee: The Wild Robot 04:56:39 Best Picture of 2024 Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

This week we get a little long-winded (but lots of fun) with d20Network alum and GamerNationCon regular Brev Tanner! Brev is many things, including Author, Gamer, General Nerd, and Movie Buff, so we invited him to come and have a chat about the many, many ways we can use movies to help inspire and improve our games!      Check out Brev's books "The Dark Tome" and "Riders of the Storm" here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brev-Tanner/author/B07NYNT27P?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true      Check out The Movie Defenders here:  https://moviedefenders.libsyn.com/   d20Network Spotlight: Eberron Renewed --  https://zencastr.com/Eberron-Renewed   Movies (to steal from) of the Week:      Steve S: The Hunt for Red October -- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099810/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk                    Black Moon Rising -- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090735/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk      Brev T:  Skyfall -- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1074638/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk                   Bone Tomahawk -- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2494362/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk                   The Black Hole -- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078869/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk   *We have an affiliate link with Drive-Thru RPG.  All this does, is give us a small percentage of your purchase cost on Drive-Thru as a "referral bonus".  It does not cost you, as a consumer, anything extra.*   We greatly appreciate the donations of our Patreon supporters: Eric Witman, Jeff McKinney, Joshua Gopal-Boyd, Dave Smith, Brett Bowen, Streety, Nate Doverspike, and Dec!  Y'all make keeping this going possible!   As always folks, have fun, be kind to each other, and go play some rpgs!   Join the conversation on our Discord! Me And Steve RPG Discord  https://discord.gg/5wWNcYW You can reach us at meandsteverpg@gmail.com On Facebook as Me and Steve RPG Podcast On BlueSky @meandsteverpg.bsky.social Our Drive-Thru RPG affiliate link https://www.drivethrurpg.com/?affiliate_id=2018399 Support us on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/MeandSteveTalkRPGs We are proud members of the d20 Radio Network! http://www.d20radio.com/main/  

M. Night Shyamalan is back with his latest film, and while the reviews are mixed, the opinions of the Movie Defenders is the flick is great! One of M. Night's best! So much is underrated in this movie. The performances, the writing, the production, and so much more were top notch. Come with us as we give some love to an underrated 2024 film. Before that we also celebrate the return of Josh Hartnett and break down our Top 5 Actors we want to see have a comeback. So grab your concert tickets, don't forget the zip ties, and be careful if your partner starts giving you weird jewelry all the time... it's time for Trap on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:38:35 Top 5 Actors We Want to See Make a Comeback 01:03:47 Trap Discussion Starts 01:26:45 Movie Opens 01:48:44 It's a Trap 01:50:36 Jamie Says Too Much 02:11:35 Cooper Listens In 02:19:46 Dreamer Girl 02:34:48 Cooper is Revealed to Lady Raven 02:55:39 Lady Raven in Cooper's Home 03:18:17 Rachel vs. Cooper Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Happy New Year! Time to celebrate a sequel that needs defending that also celebrates the New Year... Ghostbusters 2! A film that is often considered far inferior to the first, it's also one that's extremely underrated and needs some love. Lots of great bits, writing, and performances in it that we dive into. Before we discuss the movie, however, we break down our Top 5 Underrated Sequels of all time! So grab your proton packs, don't forget who to call, and be sure to make your own mood slime... it's time for Ghostbusters 2 on The Movie Defenders podcast. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:32:20 Top 5 Underrated Sequels 01:08:34 Ghostbusters 2 Discussion Starts 01:33:12 Birthday From Hell 01:43:27 The Guys Examine Oscar 01:53:49 We're Back! 02:02:49 Mood Slime 02:10:50 The Guys See Vigo 02:21:04 The Mayor 02:34:22 She's a Harbor Chick Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Time to wrap up the holiday season in 2024 with a holiday film from 1992... Batman Returns! We go back to what many consider to be one of the best super hero films ever... how does it hold up? Do all three of us like it? (Spoilers: Not 100% :) ) Before we review the film, however, we play a game we haven't played in 2 years with There Can Be Only One with the cast of the film. So grab your Batarangs, beware of poodles, and don't forget a kiss can be deadlier if you mean it... it's time for Batman Returns on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:34:23 There Can Be Only One 01:03:39 Batman Returns Discussion Starts 01:39:44 Meet Selena Kyle 01:47:54 Penguin Cuts a Deal 02:05:27 Bruce Suspects Penguin 02:12:36 Selena Returns 02:19:38 Penguin is Running for Mayor 02:31:42 Catwoman Team-up 02:47:37 Bruce and Selena Dance 02:57:25 Selena's Nine Lives Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Another Christmastime, another Die Hard movie because it just feels so right. This time we dive back into 1990's Die Hard 2. How does this movie stack up to the OG? How well is it written? Renny Harlin's bite at the Die Hard apple starts now... let's see how the movie holds up. Before we take a look at our Top 5 action movies from the 1990s. So grab your faxes and airphones, be sure you know where the ejector seat is, and get your one-liners ready... it's time for Die Hard 2 on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:45:28 Top 5 1990s Action Movies 01:10:44 Die Hard 2 Discussion Starts 01:45:28 John and Holly 02:03:29 Thornberg is still a D--K 02:11:05 Meet Carmine Lorenzo 02:21:56 Airport Takeover 02:35:50 Crashing a Plane 02:53:50 Tracking Down Stuart 02:58:33 Blue Tape Magazines 03:04:00 John Fires Blanks 03:12:03 Ending Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

We believe Alien: Romulus is the best Alien film in decades. Today we dive into EVERYTHING! The story, the writing, the performances, the score, the effects, and the Easter eggs. (OMG The Easter eggs!) Fede Alvarez knocked this one out of the park, and into the parking lot. Before we dive into that, we break down the top 5 evil corporations in movies. So grab your space suits, cover you mouth, and remember in space, no one can hear you scream. It's time for Alien: Romulus on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:20:32 Top 5 Evil Corporations 00:54:05 Alien: Romulus Discussion Begins 01:19:43 How We Got Here and Theory Confirmed! 01:30:26 Movie Opens 01:48:09 Escape Plan 02:12:43 Coming On Board 02:26:08 Facehuggers! 02:34:50 Let's Talk About That Effect 02:59:18 Running From Facehuggers 03:03:16 Andy Won't Open the Door 03:09:44 Prometheus Fire 03:25:39 Rain Goes Back For Andy 03:48:47 Rain Signs Off Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's scary movie season so we decided to dig up (get it?) a modern horror film remake that needs more love and attention... 2013's Evil Dead. The first film by modern horror master Fede Alvarez, it was also produced by Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell, guaranteeing it would be handled by those who love the Evil Dead. This film has so much more going for it than a typical reboot or splatter-fest film, and we dive into all the reasons why. Before that, we give our top 5 horror remakes of all time... and our lists are really close to being the same! So grab your barbed wire books, your shotguns, and watch out for whatever that black stuff is... it's time for Evil Dead on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:32:36 Top 5 Horror Remakes/Reboots 01:09:02 Evil Dead Discussion Begins 01:43:28 That Opening Though! 02:00:21 Detox Starts 02:23:55 They Don't Believe Mia 02:36:29 Eric Explains the Book 02:49:57 David Buries Mia Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's time to celebrate 7 years of The Movie Defenders podcast! This year we showed each host a film that he hasn't seen, but the other two have. Brev watches Pacific Rim, Scott takes in Mean Girls, and Donald checks out Talk to Me. How will each movie land with our hosts? Find out on a special anniversary episode of The Movie Defenders! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:37:36 Pacific Rim Discussion Starts 00:55:40 Movie Opens 01:21:12 Raleigh Defends Mako 01:36:33 Cancelling the Apocalypse 01:52:30 Mean Girls Discussion Starts 02:18:01 Cady's First Day 02:21:24 Meet the Plastics 02:51:28 3 Way Call Trap 03:01:53 School Assembly 03:21:59 Talk to Me Discussion Starts 04:02:26 Mia Takes the Hand 04:17:51 Things Go South 04:37:30 Mia Sees Where Riley Is Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

Time to laugh! Our comedy poll winner blew away the competition so it's time to do Blazing Saddles! A classic 1974 comedy that stands the test of time, our three hosts dive into this incredible funny film and shows how much serious plot there is behind the crazy humor. We play the best parts from the film and we promise you'll have a great time with this one. Before we start the movie talk we break down our top 5 Mel Brooks movie moments as well. So keep your horses upright, bring enough gum for everyone, and let's get into this authentic frontier gibberish... it's time for Blazing Saddles on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:33:00 Top 5 Mel Brooks Movie Moments 01:06:00 Blazing Saddles Discussion Starts 01:25:23 The Camptown Ladies 01:45:28 Authentic Frontier Gibberish 01:56:13 The Sherriff is Near 02:03:54 The Waco Kid 02:09:49 Where are the white women at? 02:20:38 Lily Von Shtupp 02:35:44 Working Together 02:43:27 The French Mistake Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

This is a free episode of our second show, The Backlot Tour.  This second show is produced for Patrons as a perk of all tiers at patreon.com/moviedefenders!  Head there now and help financially support the show, participate and vote on shows, add content to our episodes and much more.  All patrons get access to our second show, which drops in off-weeks giving you weekly Movie Defenders content.  Today's episode is one of our most requested content, one of our many movie-related games.  In this one, Donald and Brev have to guess what movie a quote came from, and we play the answers on the show!  Play along at home and see how well you do! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

Today we head back to the 1980s to a film that helped launch the fantasy genre in Hollywood... Ladyhawke! A film that's dated in some ways, and amazing in so many more, it's also one that two of the three hosts grew up watching all the time. Does it hold up? Well, we show Brev the film for the first time, we'll see how he liked it! We also reveal our top 5 80s fantasy films that need a good reboot or remake. So grab your father's sword, watch for small storm drains, and always keep your eye on the sun in the sky... it's time for Ladyhawke on The Movie Defenders podcast. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:28:06 Top 5 80s Fantasy Films to Reboot 01:02:55 Ladyhawke Discussion Starts 01:27:53 Phillipe Escapes 01:33:27 Navarre Returns 01:52:21 Phillipe Tells of Isabeau 01:56:42 The Bishop is Warned 02:02:35 Imperius 02:07:09 The Curse Explained 02:21:23 Navarre is Envious 02:31:24 After the Frozen Lake 02:37:58 The Curse is Broken Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

Ready for three Gen Xers to get misty eyed over a kids movie? Your wait is over! Today the three Movie Defenders re-live their childhood with The Last Starfighter! A film that means so much more to the three of us than just a movie, this one helped forge who we are. A timeless tale, ground breaking VFX, and a movie score that absolutely pushes all the right buttons.. The Last Starfighter is a dazzling film that captured our hearts in the 1980s. Before we jump into the galaxy, however, we break down our Top 5 Video Games we wish were tests by aliens in our 5x5 segment! So grab your video game controller, get in your Gunstars, and don't activate Deathblossom until they're all in range... it's time for The Last Starfighter on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:34:20 Top 5 Video Games We Wish Were Alien Tests 01:06:55 The Last Starfighter Discussion Starts 01:32:42 Alex's Life 01:43:19 Breaking the Starfighter Record 01:57:24 Centauri's Surprise 02:09:02 The Mission 02:14:40 Alex Refuses the Call 02:21:30 "... then that's all you'll ever be." 02:36:19 A Scout Ship 02:45:48 Beta and Gland Games 02:57:01 Death Blossom 03:03:33 "We die." 03:06:12 Rylos Needs Alex 03:15:41 One of the Best Endings Ever! Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

Happy Father's Day! To honor today's holiday we're visiting a modern Father/Son film hidden behind robots... Real Steel! This film has SO much going for it and was written so incredibly well. Many critics got lost in the fighting robot aspects, but look under the hood with us, and we'll walk thru all the genius writing and performances! Before we tackle Real Steel, we talk through our top 5 Father/Son movies of all time! So grab your voice recognition remote, stay out of the corner, and have as many Dr. Peppers as Donald can drink... it's time for Real Steel on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:32:10 Top 5 Father and Son Movies 01:19:17 Real Steel Discussion Starts 01:42:19 Ambush 01:58:08 Max and Noisy Boy Arrive 02:07:02 Crash Palace 02:27:08 The Zoo 02:38:35 Max and Charlie Make a Deal 02:47:09 Twin Cities and the Challenge 02:56:34 Charlie Fights for Max 03:06:37 Zeuz and the End Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

Today we stay in the 1980s with an absolute gem of a classic... Road House! There is WAY more to the writing here than many give it credit for and The Movie Defenders will break it all down in the way only we can. We have a full episode for everyone as we also talk about Furiosa and a possible big reason why Hollywood is losing money at the box office. Then we discuss our top 5 quotes from Road House before we dive into the movie! So grab your super tight jeans, watch your throat, and don't eat the big white mint in the bathroom... it's time for Road House on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to connect and listen anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Furiosa and Hollywood Box Office 00:31:13 Top 5 Quotes from Road House 00:45:10 Road House Discussion Starts 01:10:43 Meet Dalton 01:32:57 My Way Or the Highway 01:51:16 Meet Dr. Elizabeth 01:59:10 Calling Wade 02:13:24 Dalton Hangs On to the Past 02:38:41 It Was Tails Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's time to visit our 2nd place winner of our 90s movie Patreon poll... Face/Off! A John Woo classic action thriller from 1997, our hosts feel this deserves to live in the pantheon of classic action flicks. Before we jump into Face/Off, we break down our Top 5 actors we want to swap places in a movie and do impressions of each other as they act. So grab your golden guns, don't forget who you really are, and make sure you always dive in slo-motion... it's time for Face/Off on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:33:32 Top 5 Actor Swaps 01:12:35 Face/Off Discussion Starts 01:51:58 Castor Troy is "Killed" 01:57:36 Archer Is Not At Peace 02:06:02 Archer Must Leave Again 02:21:08 Archer Tricks Pollux 02:25:31 Castor Shows Up As Archer 02:47:17 Archer Runs With Castor's Crew 02:57:12 Sasha and Adam 03:03:39 "Plan B" 03:12:19 A Mexican Standoff Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

On today's episode we go back and visit one of the most underrated and underappreciated movies of the 1990s... Sneakers! With a cast that holds up against any film, this film is one of the best spy thrillers of all time. We go thru the entire film, play several scenes and discuss them, and even talk about technology thru the years and what the film got right and even scarily correct. So grab your little black boxes, make sure you know who to trust, and remember it's all about the information... it's time for Sneakers on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:21:03 The Tech and Themes of Sneakers 00:56:26 Sneakers Discussion Starts 01:26:16 The NSA Arrives 01:32:05 A Deal is Made 01:51:08 Too Many Secrets 02:04:30 Cosmo is Back 02:16:20 Tracing a Call 02:33:58 Whistler Drives 02:39:46 Cosmo Confronts Martin 02:49:00 The Team Makes Their Demands Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

LIVE from GamerNation Con 2024 it's our first podcast with a live audience, and we get to cover one of the best science fiction films of all time... Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan. In this episode Brev and Scott break down the superior writing and character moments that make this film sing! We play lots of scenes from the movie and even break down the score, character moments, blocking, and editing that make the movie great. (Note: we do have a bit of double audio during scenes playing from live audience, but it shouldn't take away from the experience.) So phasers on stun, go to Red Alert, and always remember the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few... it's time for The Wrath of Khan on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:20:42 Best Star Trek Movie Moments (Original Cast) 00:37:12 The Kobayashi Maru 00:53:51 Finding Khan 01:11:37 Scotty's Nephew 01:20:30 Carol Confronts Kirk 01:24:31 The Needs of the Many... 01:30:14 Reliant v. Enterprise - Anatomy of a Scene 01:56:31 Scotty's Nephew is Killed 02:03:28 Khan!!! 02:13:42 Carol and Kirk 02:27:23 The Battle in the Nebula 02:42:27 The Death of Spock 02:58:34 Kirk and David Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

We love dark comedies! And because we do, what better show than to watch Heathers with our great friend Daryl Ewry! A movie which tackles multiple serious themes that's a lot funnier and deeper than you might remember, we examine Heathers from every angle. The writing, performances, the language, the colors, and of course the humor! Before we dive into the film, however, we first break down our top 5 Winona Ryder movies of all time. So grab your copy of Moby Dick, listen to Big Fun, and remember... I'm always Red... it's time for Heathers on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:28:51 Top 5 Winona Ryder Movies 00:58:28 Heathers Discussion Starts 01:26:28 Dear Diary and Lunchtime Polls 01:45:42 Meet JD 01:58:14 Snappy Snack Shack 02:05:47 RIP Heather Chandler 02:16:20 An Absurd Faculty 02:25:19 Heather's Funeral 02:41:29 Kurt and Ram 02:46:10 I Love My Dead Gay Son 03:00:35 Patronizing Bunny Rabbits 03:05:58 Heather Duke Has Won 03:10:27 Faked Suicide 03:19:32 New Sherriff in Town Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

We put the Oscars to shame! Time to celebrate the year of film that was 2023 in a way only The Movie Defenders can... with more fun categories, scenes, actors and actresses, and awards for movies you actually watched! Today is our favorite show of the year where we get to gush about our favs all year. Join us now for the 2024 Defender Awards! We also reveal the winners of our Listeners and Patreon polls. So grab your popcorn, turn off those boring Hollywood awards, and kick back with The Movie Defenders and celebrate movies right! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:16:18 Top 10 Favorite Films of the Year 01:03:22 Most Unfairly Criticized Movie 01:10:47 Best Trailer 01:27:58 Best Scene 01:37:27 Best Music 01:54:41 Best Supporting Actress 02:08:49 Best Supporting Actor 02:24:04 In Memorium - 2023 02:36:41 Best Actress 02:55:16 Best Actor 03:06:57 Best Cinematography 03:23:00 Best Screenplay 03:35:11 Biggest Surprise Movie 03:46:02 Best Historical Film 03:49:24 Best Director 04:02:45 Best Picture of the Year Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy JM Evans Kat Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's time for one of our shows where we just laugh... so it's time for Ted! We examine this raunchy comedy (that somehow Brev never saw) which has a lot more heart and drama in it than you might think. Before we talk about Ted and play a lot of scenes from the film, we pick our top 5 CGI characters from films of all time. So grab your bongs, turn up Tiffany, and make sure those hookers don't crap on your floor... it's time for Ted on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect everywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Announcements and Awards Show News 00:30:00 Top 5 CGI Characters 01:08:22 Ted Movie Discussion Starts 01:31:01 Ted is Alive 01:39:43 Where Are They Now? 01:46:00 A Special Dinner 01:58:04 Cell Phones and Hookers 02:11:18 White Trash Names 02:15:45 Tami-Lynn Goes Off 02:26:11 Sam Jones and James Franco 02:38:20 All Time High 02:49:08 Kidnapped 03:01:04 Ted Does Darth Maul 3:10:41 Ted is Alive... Again! Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy JM Evans Kat Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's time to re-visit a fan-favorite and one of the most iconic anime films or shows of all time... Akira! This 1988 film took the west by storm and for many it introduced them to the world of Japanese animation. For some, this film is a beloved classic. For others, they aren't sure what they hype is about. Hopefully at the end of this episode everyone can appreciate what a truly fantastic piece of film this is. Before we peel back the many deep layers of this film we go over our Top 5 Anime Movies or Shows of all time. So grab your tricked out bikes, watch out for elderly children, and always scream the name of your best friend... it's time for Akira on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:31:54 Top 5 Anime Movies and Shows 01:04:14 Akira Discussion Begins 01:55:40 Tetsuo Has Powers 02:11:39 Visiting Akira 02:19:19 Shikishima vs. Parliament 02:33:49 Tetsuo Learns the Truth 02:36:41 Kaneda vs. Tetsuo Begins 02:44:03 Kei Talks About the Past 02:55:01 The Truth About Akira 03:10:21 Akira Will Save Tetsuo Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kat Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's time to revisit one of the very best's very best! Today we review the immortal Nicolas Cage in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent! A self-aware meta-comedy about the career of Nic Cage, Hollywood, ridiculous actors and agents, you name it. Hilarious! We do all this with the help of our great friend, Megan Bush, as we also break down our top 5 Nicolas Cage films of all time. So, watch the LSD intake, and make sure you saw Paddington 2, because we're back... not that we went anywhere... on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:28:37 Top 5 Nic Cage Movies 00:59:50 Movie Discussion Starts 01:22:54 Nicky and the Therapist 01:38:36 The CIA is Here! 01:52:52 Meet Javi's Crew 02:04:48 Neuvaue Shamanitc Acting 02:25:55 Face Off! 02:37:17 Escape Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kat Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

Now more than ever, it is important to remember the true meaning of Christmas. Don't miss the Movie Defenders show on Scrooged. Your life... might just depend on it! We are halfway done with our December movie line-up chosen by our Patrons, and it's time for Scrooged! Before we jump into this take on the Dickens classic, we each give our lists of the top 5 Bill Murray films of all time. So be careful when the clock hits noon, send out your bath towels, and duck when someone has a toaster... it's time for Scrooged on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:25:44 Top 5 Bill Murray Movies 00:51:03 Scrooged Discussion Begins 01:07:58 Trailers! 01:29:15 A Dead Mentor 01:39:13 Claire, Nipples, and Staples 01:50:24 Meeting Claire 02:04:58 The Bitch Hit Me With a Toaster 02:19:26 Eliot Has a Gun 02:31:51 A Change of Heart Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kat Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

We start the holidays off right with one of our favorite Christmas movies ever... The Muppet Christmas Carol! We are huge Muppet fans and this movie has so much going for it, including an incredible performance by Michael Caine who plays the part straight up with all the emotion you could ask. Great songs and soundtrack and a wonderful take on a classic, this film has it all. Before we talk the movie however... we each discuss movies that we want to change the cast out for The Muppets! It's time to play the music, it's time to light the lights, it's time to meet the Muppets on this episode of The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:27:43 Replacing Movie Casts With Muppets 00:51:52 The Movie Discussion Begins 01:14:36 The Movie Opens 01:30:03 Marley and Marley 01:38:24 Don't Forget Your Jellybeans 01:48:06 Ghost of Christmas Present 01:59:50 The Cratchits Talk About Scrooge 02:12:47 Scrooge Sees Tim's Future 02:18:53 Scrooge Wakes on Christmas 02:25:13 Scrooge Has Christmas at the Cratchits Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kat Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

FINALLY! It's time to put one of the Movie Defenders favorite all-timers on the channel: Clue! Brought to us by great friend of the show, Stephanie Ewry, we basically laugh for the entire show. A stacked cast, witty dialogue, snappy jokes, and incredible physical comedy all wrapped up into a great whodunit! We play many of the best scenes from the movie to make your day go by right. So let's go back to 1985 and re-live Clue! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 01:22:37 Dinner 01:36:22 Weapons Passed Out & Mr. Boddy Killed 01:46:23 Wadsworth Confesses His Involvement 02:14:46 Wadsworth Explains What Happened 02:23:30 1st Ending 02:32:38 2nd Ending 02:40:38 3rd Ending Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

Time for a new comic book movie review, this time a bit different with V for Vendetta! A very deep character study and examination of everything from the news to politics and religion, this movie doesn't hold back with the messages it's trying to convey. Before we dive into this fantastic movie we break down our Top 5 Political Thriller movies of all time. So grab your knives, your capes and Guy Fawkes masks, and always remember the 5th of November... it's time for V for Vendetta on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:25:17 Top 5 Political Thrillers 00:56:16 V for Vendetta Discussion Starts 01:26:36 Prologue 01:37:35 V Saves Evey 01:45:53 Meet Norsefire 01:54:41 V's TV Message 02:18:28 Hiding History 02:30:20 V Kills and Important Flashback 02:50:18 Evey Overcomes Fear 02:57:35 V Trusts Finch 03:12:02 "My Turn" 03:20:18 Who was V? Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's Halloween time! To celebrate we continue our scary movie reviews and visit one of the best modern horror films around... It Follows! A low budget film filled with no-name young cast members, this wildly intelligently written film keeps you on the edge the entire time. Most who see this film think it's simply an STD metaphor, but as we will discuss at length, there is SO much more here! Before we dive into the film we all give our top 5 low-budget horror films of all time! So grab your electrical appliances, make sure you keep looking behind you, and avoid all public naked people... it's time for It Follows on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:29:52 Top 5 Low-Budget Horror Films 01:04:04 It Follows Discussion Begins 01:36:08 That Score, Bruh! 01:41:47 The Opening Scene is KILLER! 02:00:35 The Trade Game 02:07:46 Waking Up in a Wheelchair 02:33:22 Confronting Jeff 03:10:17 Showdown at the Pool Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's time to visit the long-awaited sequel to one of the greatest horror films of all time... Dr. Sleep! This sequel to the Shining was long awaited, so how does the movie hold up!? This time, we examine the Director's Cut for the definitive version and vision of the film. But before we dive into Dr. Sleep, we start a new segment introducing Donald to horror films... Horrifying Donald! So hide your axes, be leery of women in top hats, and don't forget to shine... it's time for Doctor Sleep on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Horrifying Donald 00:37:19 Doctor Sleep Discussion Starts 00:59:32 Violet 01:15:09 Danny and Halloran 01:35:34 Rose and Snakebite Andi 01:55:30 Danny at A.A. 02:16:21 Rose Wants Abra 02:26:48 A Debt Owed 02:54:39 Abra and Crow 03:12:15 Danny and the Bartender 03:26:38 An Offer Made 03:31:52 Dan Confronts Abra 03:36:35 Ending Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

Our Patrons have voted and handed us The Untouchables to review and boy are we excited! This 1987 Brian De Palma classic has one of the finest casts in history, with Sean Connery winning Best Supporting Actor for his performance. This is a timeless classic and we play several scenes right from the film, along with interviews and more! Oh... and that score, yo! So grab your trench coats, hide the liquor, and someone hide the baseball bats... it's time for The Untouchables on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:14:39 Top 5 Breakout Performances 00:48:46 The Untouchables Discussion Starts 01:15:05 Meet Al Capone 01:23:53 Meet Elliot Ness 01:30:39 Ness Meets Malone 01:36:39 Recruiting Malone 01:40:29 What are you prepared to do? 01:47:38 George Stone 01:56:44 Batter Up 02:12:25 Touchable and Face Off 02:22:17 The Death of Malone 02:25:48 The Train Station 02:31:03 Nitti Is in the Car 02:37:02 The End Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's time to celebrate 6 years of The Movie Defenders podcast! We return today to our tradition of showing the hosts movies they've never seen. Brev had never seen Jumper, an underrated sci-fi flick, and Scott and Donald had never seen Sing Street, a modern musical that flew criminally under the radar. We review both films in a double episode to celebrate our show with all of you! So chase after that snow globe, don't leave behind a jump scar, and drive it like you stole it... it's 6 years of The Movie Defenders! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:16:38 Jumper Discussion Starts 01:11:23 Roland Finds David 01:19:11 David Tracks Down Millie 01:33:43 A Marvel Team Up 01:47:35 The Final Battle 01:58:03 Sing Street Discussion Starts 02:22:46 School is Changing 02:45:01 Putting the Band Together 02:59:02 Brenden Disapproves 03:18:20 Brenden Approves 03:52:10 Brenden Blazed the Trail 04:06:41 Talk of Making It Big 04:15:49 Going to London Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

In a very special double episode of The Movie Defenders, we are joined this episode by friend of the show, Amy Cass! Amy is currently a Senior Assistant Production Manager at Warner Brothers Animation and has studied recently with the immortal Don Bluth! We spend the first half of our episode talking to Amy about animation... the past, present, and future. We also talk some about something she might be working on (*COUGH* James Gunn *COUGH COUGH*). After learning a lot about modern Hollywood animation we then dive into Scott's sentimental favorite Disney classic, 1973's Robin Hood! Amy brought this one to us and we jump right in to all the classic scenes, music, and Amy even clues us into a specific, new (at the time) animation style they used to make the movie. So grab your bows and arrows, suck your thumb while you're thinking about mom, and always keep the safety on 'ol Betsy. It's time for Disney's Robin Hood on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:33:03 Interview with Amy Cass! 01:40:09 Robin Hood Discussion Starts 02:15:40 The Movie Starts 02:25:46 The Stage Coach Robbery 02:44:24 A Birthday Present 03:04:12 An Archery Contest 03:23:56 Castle Escape Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

Today we return to one of the classic dark comedies ever... Death Becomes Her! With the help of our great friend, Megan Bush, we go back and revisit this Robert Zemeckis gem and are reminded how awesome this oft-forgotten film are. In fact, for our hosts, this was basically a first-time watch. Before we dive into the movie though we reveal our Top 5 Dark Comedies of all time. So get out your #9 acrylic paint, gather up your Fabio guys, and don't forget to ask questions before you drink strange potions... it's time for Death Becomes Her on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:45:30 Top 5 Dark Comedies 01:14:15 Meet the Characters 01:52:50 Madeline Takes the Potion 02:07:45 The Staircase Scene 02:18:05 Madeline Goes to the Doctor 02:29:03 Helen Has a Hole 02:34:56 Ernest Is Tempted 02:52:21 Funeral and End Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

Ridley Scott is one of the GOATs and we revisit one of his more recent works, The Martian! Along with friend of the show, Mark Martin, we head back to Mars and dissect this film and play a dozen scenes from the movie to talk about. A film nominated for many Academy Awards we see how it holds up today. Also as part of our discussion we review our top 5 movies about survival before getting into the movie. So, grab your duct tape, put on some disco music, and don't forget the potatoes... it's time for The Martian on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:23:50 Top 5 Survivor Movies 00:53:52 The Martian Discussion Begins 01:16:05 Mark is Left Behind 01:33:00 Mark is Alive 01:44:52 The Problem is Water 01:57:52 Thinking Long Term 02:11:07 Making a New Language 02:23:08 The Crew Talks to Mark 02:33:32 The Counsel of Elrond 02:41:51 The Crew Discuss the Plan 02:52:48 The Bad News 03:00:46 Rescue 03:10:10 Teaching Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's time to let three Generation Xers relive one of the movies that cut the cloth from which the Movie Defenders were cut... The Goonies! An absolute perfect family film, and one that makes us laugh and smile every time we see it, is a movie we haven't yet taken a deep dive analysis into yet... so today we remedy that! Before we talk about the film today we all give our Top 5 treasure hunting movies of all time! So, make sure you get to the lowest point of the floor, get out your Bully Blinders, and do the Truffle Shuffle... it's time for The Goonies on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:18:45 Top 5 Treasure Hunting Movies 00:40:16 The Goonies Discussion Starts 01:37:31 The Map is Found 01:56:53 The Kids Find the Restaurant 02:14:50 It All Starts Here 02:23:48 Chunk is Interrogated 02:29:30 Fake Vomit 02:35:33 "It's Our Time Down Here" 02:47:13 Playing the Bones 02:52:52 Donner on Showing the Ship to the Kids 02:57:12 Mikey Meets Willie 03:03:52 Sloth Helps the Goonies 03:11:56 The Ending Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

On this Father's Day we re-visit one of the best drama films ever from the 1980s, Stand By Me. A film that launched many careers, it is considered by many to be Rob Reiner's best film, and the best Stephen King film adaptation. Our hosts were the exact same age as these kids when the movie dropped. How did it land with us then, compared to how did it land with us now? Find out on the show today! Before we unpack the many layers of the story, we each give our favorite film picks from the movie's cast in a segment of There Can Be Only One. So make sure you pack some food, don't forget the comb, and always remember... two for flinching... it's time for Stand By Me on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements / There Can Be Only One 00:37:04 Movie Discussion Begins 01:01:56 Opening Narration and Scenes 01:18:15 Ace Takes Gordie's Cap 01:30:59 Chopper Sic Balls 01:41:49 Chris and Gordie Talk About School 1:58:42 Milk Money 02:29:09 No Ace, Just You 02:39:52 Ending Narration Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

The wait is over! After 4 years of waiting, we finally get to watch and discuss Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse! In late 2018, The Movie Defenders saw, and then reviewed, one of the best movies they had ever seen in their lives: "Into the Spider-Verse", and then that show changed our format forever. Now we finally get to dive into the film and peel back the layers of the sequel. We play clips right out of the theater for you to relive this incredible movie. As part of our discussion, we do a deep dive into Keeping Score, our segment in which we break down the music of a film, as there was a lot of it! So grab your Spider-verse wrist band day-passes, stop talking about your holes, and whatever you do, don't break canon... it's time for Across the Spider-Verse on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:14:14 Keeping Score 00:33:43 Across the Spider-Verse Discussion Starts 01:19:28 Gwen's Opening 01:39:17 Gwen's Father Catches Her 02:10:00 Gwen Visits Miles 02:22:00 Gwen Meets Miles Parents and Rio Talks to Miles 02:54:58 Miguel Explains Everything 03:11:02 Peter Talks to Miles and Miles Escapes 03:24:25 Gwen Talks to her Dad 03:34:56 Wrong Dimensions 03:46:02 The Band is Back Together Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's time to talk about a surprise hit of the early 2023 movie season... Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves! A movie we nerds had our eyes on and knew it looked fun... but we had no idea what kind of treat we were in for. A hilariously smart movie that paid homage to everything we love about D&D. First, we have an RPG 5x5 as we each choose our top 5 movie characters we want to play in RPGs! So smell that fresh cut grass, remember it's harder to be slightly blurry, and always wait for Jarnathan... it's time for Dungeons & Dragons on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:09:19 Top 5 Movie Characters to Play in RPGs 00:38:12 Dungeons & Dragons Discussion Starts 00:53:35 Meet Ed and Holga 01:00:56 Waiting for Jarnathan 01:21:35 Meet Simon 01:33:27 Meet Doric 01:44:12 Making Plans 01:51:29 The Graveyard 02:03:39 Enter Xenk 02:46:56 Ending Exposition Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's time to revisit a movie that many sci-fi fans have forgotten... the hidden treasure that is The Black Hole from 1979. Capitalizing on the newfound success of Star Wars and Star Trek at the box office, The Black Hole was one of the great sci-fi space adventures during a time in which they were exceedingly rare. But before we talk about this great movie, we break down our top 5 movie henchmen of all time! So come along with the Movie Defenders as we play scenes and break down this incredible Disney classic sci-fi adventure! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:17:44 Top 5 Movie Henchmen 00:44:18 The Black Hole Movie Discussion Starts 01:17:20 The Black Hole is Spotted 01:43:00 Introducing Reinhardt 02:05:44 The Black Hole is Discussed 02:23:56 Kate Pleads with Alex 02:31:06 BOB Reveals the Truth 02:35:50 Reinhardt Prepares to Enter the Black Hole 02:56:59 Those Aren't Robots Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Erwy Attack of the Killer Podcast

After reviewing both games as if they were a movie, it's time to review the actual show... The Last of Us! A show that broke many records at HBO and took the world by storm gets the Movie Defenders treatment. Joining us as well this time is Scott's daughter, the TLOU encyclopedia, Alyssa to ensure she chimed in after joining us on the first three shows. Also, a special guest interviewer who... well... you can hear for yourself. This is a free version of The Backlot Tour, our Patreon subscriber show. So if you like this content, head to https://patreon.com/moviedefenders to sign up to get content like this all the time. So craft your shivs, stay quiet around the clickers, and get out those puns... it's time for The Last of Us! Click here to connect and listen anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Attack of the Killer Podcast

Today on The Movie Defenders we revisit a forgotten classic which got lost in the shuffle of the time... Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World! This Peter Weir gem is one of the best movies ever made in our humble opinion, and we're going to tell you all about why! But first, we unpack and discuss our Top 5 Historical Dramas of all time. So prepare the batten down the hatches, run out the cannons, and always choose the lesser of two weevils... it's time for Master and Commander on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to connect and listen anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Announcements 00:10:57 Top 5 Historical Dramas 00:39:02 Master and Commander Discussion Starts 01:21:44 Surprise Attack 01:45:29 Jack Brings a Book 01:51:40 Model of the Acheron 01:59:34 Dinner 02:30:31 Two Friends Talk 02:38:31 Rescuing Whalers 02:45:19 Blakeney's Beetle 02:49:38 Mr. Hollum and Failing to Salute 03:24:12 Surprise is on Our Side 03:28:27 Let Fly 03:40:02 Dr. Died Months Ago Special thanks to all of our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Borchardt Barrett Young Brett Bowen Brev Tanner Daryl Ewry Emily Elliott Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Mackay Josh Evans Joshua Loy Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Randal Silver Sean Masters Attack of the Killer Podcast