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Matt and Eric handcuff themselves to Jonathan Demme's SOMETHING WILD, a dark comedy about a yuppie nerd whose life gets hijacked by a free wheelin' babe - and then must content with her violent felon husband.
Before you listen to this episode, please join us in reciting the Ghibli prayer: Oh nameless god of rage and hate, we bow before you! This week we contend with what is unquestionably one of the greatest films ever made, animation or otherwise. It's a period epic that encapsulates everything we know and love about Studio Ghibli while also somehow raising the bar even higher. And hey, there's even a kaiju! Next week, it's a last-minute addition to the series: Isao Takahata's penultimate film, MY NEIGHBORS THE YAMADAS (1999). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Princess Mononoke: The Art and Making of Japan's Most Popular Film of All Time Hayao Miyazaki: Master of Japanese Animation by Helen McCarthy Studio Ghibli: An Industrial History by Rayna Denison Sharing a House with the Never-Ending Man by Steve Alpert The Works of Hayao Miyazaki: The Japanese Animation Master by Gael Berton Miyazakiworld by Susan Napier The Guardian Hayao Miyazaki Interview Neil Gaiman on Scripting Princess Mononoke Cinefantastique Vol 31 No 4 Production History Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike takes a look at the 12 most profitable movies of all times. These extraordinary films prove you don't need a hundred-million-dollar budget to break the box office. He shares how all 12 movies cost about $10 million to make... and they pulled in nearly $1.9 billion from My Big Fat Greek Wedding and Obsession to Rocky and Paranormal Activity. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about The Invite with Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz, Edward Norton. It’s about a dinner party that spirals into unexpected places when a couple invite their enigmatic neighbors over. Have they reignited the spark in their troubled marriage or lit the match that burns it all down? He talks about the anxiety the movie caused him, the fantastic score and why it’s one of the most absurdly beautiful movies he’s seen this year. In the Trailer Park, Mike blind reacts to Avengers: Doomsday. Which is about heroes from three different worlds must unite when they're thrust together to confront a catastrophic danger that could destroy everything they know. He shares what excites and worries him the most about this trailer New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us Fan MailWith the latest Spider-Man swinging into theaters, there's no better time to revisit the film that started it all. This week, the hosts return to Iron Man, the movie that launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe and introduced the world to Tony Stark. Directed by Jon Favreau and starring Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard, and Jeff Bridges, Iron Man delivers explosive action, great performances, and the origin story that changed superhero movies forever. The hosts pair the film with the Iron Man cocktail. So fire up the repulsors, and join the hosts as they revisit the movie that built the foundation of the MCU.Be sure to listen, subscribe, and follow the hosts on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast
Woah, did you realise that "& the Olympians" was in the title? So bold.It's Greek Month. Everyone is watching The Odyssey, so fuck it!Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief is about a plucky kid who's framed for stealing Zeus' Lightning Bolt and has to go through a bunch of nonsense to clear his name.Oscar and Carl watch the first in a series of two to figure out who would watch this.If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis
This is our spoiler-filled discussion for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Join Justin, Darcy, and Nate as they dive into every major reveal, including the mystery surrounding Sadie Sink's character, the film's biggest surprises, standout moments, favourite scenes, the ending, the post-credit scene, and what it all could mean for the future of Spider-Man and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This episode contains full spoilers for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. If you haven't seen the film yet, check out our spoiler-free review first, then come back once you've had a chance to watch it. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is in theatres now. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats
Brad Slager and Paul Young return to the Disasters in the Making bad-movie Mount Rushmore with Tommy Wiseau's legendary cult disaster, The Room. From the unforgettable “Oh, hi” greetings and the infamous flower-shop scene to the bizarre football tosses, mystery roof confrontations, awkward love scenes, random breast-cancer subplot, and dialogue that sounds like it was translated through six different soap operas, Brad and Paul break down why The Room remains one of the most searchable, quotable, and baffling bad movies ever made.The episode digs into Wiseau's vanity-project filmmaking, the strange San Francisco setting, the mystery of the movie's budget, the making-of lore behind The Disaster Artist, the infamous billboard campaign, and the scenes that have made The Room a midnight-movie classic. Whether you are looking for a funny The Room review, a Tommy Wiseau podcast discussion, a bad movie breakdown, or a cult cinema deep dive, this episode covers why The Room is not just bad, but magnificently, historically, irresistibly bad.
Send us Fan MailMerch - https://prettycool.printify.me/Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/PrettyCoolIGuessBordello of Blood - 1996Director - Gilbert AdlerWriters - William M Gaines, Bob Gale, Robert ZemeckisMusic - Chris BoardmanStars:Dennis MillerErica EleniakAngie EverhartChris SarandonCorey FeldmanPhil Fondacaro
Aaron and Darlene watch some classic sci-fi from the 1950s and '60s, good and bad. They talk about what makes these films memorable and fun, and if you should take a trip back in time and enjoy these films as well.Feedback for the show?:Email: feedback@thisweekingeek.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekingeekBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisweekingeek.netSubscribe to our feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3571037/episodes/feediTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-geek/id215643675Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Lit2bzebJXMTIv7j7fkqqWebsite: https://www.thisweekingeek.net
This week on the Erotic Thriller Club a father's day threesome sends Keanu Reeves into full on Nic Cage performance. Join us in finding out if there really is such thing as free pizza...
In this week's episode, we celebrate the illustrious career of the late, great Sam Neill. Co-hosts Nicholas Ybarra and Bella Efstratis explore some of the recurring character traits that Neill tackled in his work and gush over three of his most outstanding performances. - We start with the dense, brilliant, and terrifying horror film by one of the masters of the genre, John Carpenter. Sam Neill stars in In the Mouth of Madness. - Second, we dive deeper into the horror genre. This time, we blend it with science fiction in the wildly underrated and pulse-pounding film Event Horizon.- Finally, Sam Neill explores his softer side in the tender and hilarious Taika Waititi film Hunt For The Wilderpeople. Let us know what you think of these films and what your favorite Sam Neill performance is. ❗️SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE ❗️Support the showSign up for our Patreon for exclusive Bonus Content.Follow the podcast on Instagram @gimmethreepodcastYou can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or Letterboxd You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on LetterboxdShout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.
This is our spoiler-free review for Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2. Join Nate, Darcy and Justin as they dive into the latest season of Prime Video's acclaimed animated series, discussing its stunning noir-inspired animation, standout performances, bold new takes on Batman's iconic rogues gallery, and how each mystery builds toward a gripping larger story. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats
This episode of The Movie Podcast is brought to you by BenQ. Use our affiliate link to help support our show: https://benqurl.biz/4eiSeMX Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Destin Daniel Cretton's SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando and Mark Ruffalo. This review is spoiler-free. It's a BRAND NEW DAY for Peter Parker. Fighting crime full-time as Spider-Man in a world that doesn't remember him—and the pressure of seeing his old friends move on without him—sparks a change in Peter he may not have the power to control. But that transformation might also be the only thing that can stop a shocking new threat to the city and those he loves - a powerful villain no one can even see. The world may have forgotten Peter Parker, but he hasn't forgotten them. Spider-Man: Brand New Day releases exclusively in theatres July 31, 2026. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca. Check out our new The Movie Podcast Clips Channel! Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is our spoiler-free review for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Join Justin, Darcy, and Nate as they break down the film's striking comic-inspired visuals, standout performances, emotional story, and why this next chapter is exactly the follow-up Peter Parker needed after Spider-Man: No Way Home. As always, this is a spoiler-free discussion. That means we won't be revealing who Sadie Sink is playing, or discussing her performance in detail. We will not discuss any major surprises, cameos, or plot twists beyond what's been officially shown in the trailers and marketing. We'll be saving all of that for our full spoiler-filled discussion coming later this week. Spider-Man: Brand New Day swings exclusively into theatres on July 31, 2026. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats
This week on Born to Watch, the boys dive into a true cult classic with our Big Wednesday Movie Review, the coming-of-age surfing epic that has inspired generations of surfers while leaving plenty of movie fans wondering what all the fuss is about. Directed by the legendary John Milius, Big Wednesday isn't just about riding waves; it's about growing up, friendships, the passing of time, and the harsh reality that life eventually catches up with everyone. Whitey, G-Man and Damo paddle out into one of the most personal films ever covered on the podcast, and the discussion quickly reveals a massive divide. For G-Man, this is sacred territory, a film that captures everything he loves about surfing culture and the changing seasons of life. For Whitey, it's a movie full of unanswered questions that leaves him searching for meaning between the swells. Somewhere in the middle sits Damo, appreciating both the spectacular surfing sequences and the emotional weight hidden beneath the surface.The boys break down the journey of Matt, Jack and Leroy, three lifelong mates whose lives unfold across more than a decade as they chase waves, girls, parties, responsibility and eventually the mythical Big Wednesday itself. Is the famous swell simply a perfect wave, or is it a metaphor for life's biggest moments? G-Man comes armed with enough knowledge to teach a university course on the film, explaining the significance of each swell and how every chapter represents another stage of growing older.Along the way, the conversation drifts into everything that makes Born to Watch what it is. Whitey questions why nobody seems capable of explaining anything in 1970s cinema, Damo reminisces about recording surfing competitions onto VHS tapes before the internet existed, and G-Man somehow turns an episode about surfing into a passionate defence of Jan-Michael Vincent's career.Speaking of Jan-Michael Vincent, the boys explore what should have been one of Hollywood's biggest success stories. Blessed with movie star looks and undeniable charisma, Vincent seemed destined to become one of the industry's leading men before a series of personal struggles derailed his career. They also examine the careers of William Katt, Gary Busey, Lea Purcell and the incredible creative team behind the film, including legendary director John Milius and composer Basil Poledouris.As always, the regular segments are packed with laughs. The team looks back at 1978, discussing classics including The Deer Hunter, Grease, Superman, Animal House and Every Which Way But Loose. The Snorb's Report uncovers another unforgettable scene from Animal House, while Hit, Sleeper, Dud delivers recommendations ranging from Midnight Express and The Wild Geese through to the gloriously ridiculous disaster movie The Swarm.Of course, no Born to Watch episode would be complete without random tangents. There are discussions about beach culture, lending surfboards to complete strangers, teenage house parties, Bear's outrageous life choices, surfing legends, Airwolf, The Greatest American Hero, Star Wars auditions, Gary Busey's teeth, and whether anyone has ever actually met an old surfer who correctly predicted the mythical "Big Wednesday".Whether you grew up quoting Matt Johnson, dreamed of chasing perfect waves, or you've never understood surfing culture at all, this episode celebrates a film that means something different to everyone who watches it. Some see an unforgettable surfing movie. Others see one of the greatest coming-of-age stories ever made. Whitey still isn't entirely sure what he watched.So grab a beer, wax the board, paddle out with the boys, and join us as we revisit one of cinema's most beloved cult classics. The waves are building, the friendships are tested, and eventually, Big Wednesday arrives.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and share Born to Watch with your mates. Every new listener helps us keep celebrating the movies we all grew up loving, one classic at a time.#BornToWatch #BigWednesday #BigWednesdayMovieReview #MoviePodcast #SurfMovies #JohnMilius #CultClassic #FilmReview #MovieLovers #PodcastAustralia
Matt and Eric journey into the seedy world of 52 Pick-Up, based on Elmore Leonard's novel. Roy Scheider plays the kind of role Michael Douglas would build his career on: a flawed husband caught up in dangerous games of life and death.
Country roads, take us home! Of the many, many movies that use the famous John Denver song, who would've expected the DEFINITIVE one to be about about a couple kids in Western Tokyo who fall in love with a really cool cat statue? This week our old friend Stephen Hilger of the very great Into the Aether podcast is filling in as guest host! Topics explored by Dom and Steve: Zelda games (of course), Les Mis (obviously), doing improv comedy for no one (what?), learning to love yourself as an artist, and for some reason, pro wrestling! What an episode! Next week we worship at the altar of PRINCESS MONONOKE (1997). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Behind the Microphone Starting Point by Hayao Miyazaki Studio Ghibli: An Industrial History by Rayna Denison Hayao Miyazaki: Master of Japanese Animation by Helen McCarthy Studio Ghibli: The Complete Works 2nd Edition Cartoon Brew Atsushi Okui Interview John Lasseter Whisper of the Heart Introduction Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This month we're talking about things we've seen recently such as The Odyssey, Exit 8, The Vampire Lestat, and more, as well as remembering the great Sam Neill. VIDEO: https://youtu.be/__Pm6a8C7HwJoin the conversation at http://www.patreon.com/reactionshots
On today's episode, Justin, Nate and Darcy break down the biggest news, trailers and surprises from San Diego Comic-Con 2026! They're talking God of War: Laufey, Rick Moranis returning as Dark Helmet, Marvel Studios' massive Hall H reveals and the future of convention activations. Then, they react to the latest trailers and first looks for Percy Jackson Season 3 from Disney, Marvel's Wolverine from Insomniac Games, DC Studios' Clayface and Lanterns, Apple TV's Matchbox: The Movie and Neuromancer, Prime Video's Carrie and Blade Runner 2099, and Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday—all this and everything else that happened this week in geek. News: God of War: Laufey Sets a Date—and Kratos Is Still Coming BackGameSpot – God of War: Laufey release date and Kratos sequel announcement Rick Moranis Returns as Dark HelmetAssociated Press – Rick Moranis and the Spaceballs sequel at Comic-Con Marvel Studios' Hall H AnnouncementsThe Walt Disney Company – Marvel Studios at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Trailers & First Looks: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 3 – First Look - Watch on YouTube Marvel's Wolverine – Story Trailer - Watch on YouTube Matchbox: The Movie – Official Trailer - Watch on YouTube Carrie – Official Teaser - Watch on YouTube DC Studios' Clayface – Official Trailer - Watch on YouTube DC Studios' Lanterns – Official Trailer - Watch on YouTube Neuromancer – Official Teaser - Watch on YouTube Blade Runner 2099 – Official Teaser - Watch on YouTube Avengers: Doomsday – Official Trailer - Watch on YouTube. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats
In this episode the crew sat down to discuss Intersteller (2014)!Show Notes:Your Geekmasters:Mike "The Birdman" - https://bsky.app/profile/birdmanguelph.bsky.socialAlex "The Producer" - https://bsky.app/profile/dethphasetwig.bsky.socialKen Reels - https://bsky.app/profile/kenreels.comAaron PollyeaFeedback for the show?:Email: feedback@thisweekingeek.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekingeekBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisweekingeek.netSubscribe to our feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3571037/episodes/feediTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-geek/id215643675Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Lit2bzebJXMTIv7j7fkqqCastbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id2162049Website: https://www.thisweekingeek.netJuly 27, 2026
Everyone seems to be afraid of long movies today but Mike shares why you shouldn’t! He counts down his Top 10 Great Movies That Are Shockingly Long but make three (or even four) hours fly by. From The Wolf of Wall Street and Interstellar to Avengers: Endgame and Heat, Mike breaks down why these movies earned every minute of screen time and why people shouldn’t dread a long film. In the Movie Review, Mike shares his thoughts on Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey starring Matt Damon and Tom Holland. Did it feel too long, the actor who gave the most surprising performance and where does it rank on his Top 5 Nolan movies? In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Tom Cruise looking crazy in Digger. The film follows the most powerful CEO in the world who must save the world from a disaster that he created. Will Tom Cruise finally win his first Oscar for the role? New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Welcome to No More Room in Hell presents: Creature Comforts!On episode #52 of Creature Comforts, we take a look at the 1998 creature run-amok effort, Deep Rising. Join Don Anelli (The Horror Countdown Podcasts), Derek B (No More Room in Hell) and Mr. Venom (Fresh Cuts, The Crystal Lake Gift Shop) as they breakdown this cheesy CGI-filled creature action thriller. Is Deep Rising a misunderstood cult classic in our eyes or a movie that just came up short? Find out our thoughts on CC #52!Join the conversation:FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/174741442726644Email: MrVenomPodcasts@gmail.com
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Aaron and Darlene watch some classic sci-fi from the 1950s and '60s, good and bad. They talk about what makes these films memorable and fun, and if you should take a trip back in time and enjoy these films as well.Feedback for the show?:Email: feedback@thisweekingeek.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekingeekBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisweekingeek.netSubscribe to our feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3571037/episodes/feediTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-geek/id215643675Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Lit2bzebJXMTIv7j7fkqqWebsite: https://www.thisweekingeek.net
Contains minor spoilers for The Odyssey.Oscar and Carl chat about the 2010 remake of Clash of the Titans, starring Sam Worthington and Liam Neeson. Together, they discuss the terrible lighting, the acting, and the film's many odd creative choices. They also ask whether this is the worst Ralph Fiennes has ever been, along with the ultimate question: Who would watch this?If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis
Frank and Tim pour a drink and break down every reveal, theory, and Easter egg buried in the trailer for Avengers: Doomsday. Cheers! We get into: The incursion, and why this is basically the first act of the movie (heroes miscommunicate, then find a bigger threat) The X-Men leading the cold open: Xavier's school on its last legs and what that window shot means Doctor Doom in live action for the "fifth" time, and why this one finally feels like it counts The RDJ voice debate: is that Downey under the mask, and does it matter if Doom just happens to have Tony's face? Crossover money shots Marvel wants you to care about (Shang-Chi vs. Gambit) and the ones that actually land Thor vs. Doom, and the magic rune on Doom's gauntlet that might belong to Wanda The Hydra Cap theory: how is a long-haired, bearded Steve worthy of Mjolnir? Is that Loki shot really pulled from the show? And is Doom collecting kids? The Kang problem nobody at Marvel wants to say out loud Where's Spider-Man, and why he's probably being saved for Secret Wars and Battleworld Tickets already selling out and a teaser that cleared 500 million views in a week What we're drinking: Frank's on a Sam Adams Blueberry Lager (Red, White & Blueberry). Tim is drinking WhistlePig PiggyBack rye out of a porcelain Doctor Doom head he's had since childhood, whose brains have apparently been replaced by whiskey. Next week: San Diego Comic-Con hype (and yeah, we still owe you Lois & Clark). Find every back episode at beerwithgeeks.com. We're on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Like, subscribe, follow, and leave a rating if this one hit.
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony are joined by Spider-Man: Brand New Day Director Destin Daniel Cretton. In our conversation, we discuss spinning a new web for Peter Parker, collaborating with Tom Holland, bringing practical web swinging to life, and so much more. It's a BRAND NEW DAY for Peter Parker. Fighting crime full-time as Spider-Man. The world may have forgotten Peter Parker, but he hasn't forgotten them. The film stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando and Mark Ruffalo. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is now playing in theaters. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca. Check out our new The Movie Podcast Clips Channel! Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode the crew sat down to discuss Intersteller (2014)!Show Notes:Your Geekmasters:Mike "The Birdman" - https://bsky.app/profile/birdmanguelph.bsky.socialAlex "The Producer" - https://bsky.app/profile/dethphasetwig.bsky.socialKen Reels - https://bsky.app/profile/kenreels.comAaron PollyeaFeedback for the show?:Email: feedback@thisweekingeek.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekingeekBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisweekingeek.netSubscribe to our feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3571037/episodes/feediTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-geek/id215643675Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Lit2bzebJXMTIv7j7fkqqCastbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id2162049Website: https://www.thisweekingeek.netJuly 22, 2026
Send us Fan MailA murder mystery where the sharpest minds belong to a flock of sheep sounds like a joke, until “Sheep Detectives” somehow turns it into a genuinely cozy, surprisingly satisfying whodunit. We walk through what makes the premise work: a shepherd named George (Logan) dies, and the animals he cared for try to piece together the truth using the logic of the murder novels he used to read aloud each night. It's wholesome, a little strange, and way more nostalgic than we expected for a brand-new Amazon movie.We dig into the details that pulled us in, from the “orf” subplot (yes, it's a real sheep disease) to the film's comfort-movie pacing that feels like the era of classic CGI farm animal stories. Then we get into the performances and why the voice cast is shockingly stacked, plus how accents and character reads can either distract you or completely sell the emotion. If you love mystery movies that play fair with clues, you'll want to hear who we suspected first and why the reveal feels earned instead of random.And we have to talk about the “Winter Lamb.” That storyline hit us hard, then we went looking for real-world sheep facts and realized the movie might be pushing our empathy buttons on purpose. It leads to a bigger conversation about why animal stories feel so comforting, how routines and companionship shape the bond between humans and pets, and why this film sticks with you after the mystery is solved.If you enjoy cozy mysteries, family-friendly movies, clever voice acting, or just want a fun Prime Video recommendation, hit play, subscribe, and share the episode with a friend. After you listen, leave us a five-star review and tell us: did you clock the killer early, or did the sheep get you first?Twitter handles:Project Geekology: https://twitter.com/pgeekologyAnthony's Twitter: https://twitter.com/odysseyswowDakota's Twitter: https://twitter.com/geekritique_dakInstagram:https://instagram.com/projectgeekology?igshid=1v0sits7ipq9yYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@projectgeekologyGeekritique (Dakota):https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBwciIqOoHwIx_uXtYTSEbASupport the show
This week on Born to Watch, it's time for our Air Force One Movie Review, the movie review podcast where we don't take the movies or ourselves too seriously. Whitey, G-Man, and Will the Worky climb aboard one of the most patriotic action films ever made, as Harrison Ford swaps his whip and fedora for the Oval Office and proves that sometimes the President really can save the day.Released in 1997 and directed by Wolfgang Petersen, Air Force One became one of the biggest blockbusters of the year, delivering a simple but irresistible premise. Terrorists hijack the President's plane, take his family hostage and quickly discover they've picked a fight with a Commander-in-Chief who just happens to be a Medal of Honour recipient.The boys dive into whether this 90s action favourite still holds up almost three decades later, or whether nostalgia is doing most of the heavy lifting.Harrison Ford once again proves why he remains one of Hollywood's greatest accidental heroes. Whether he's Han Solo, Indiana Jones, Dr Richard Kimble or President James Marshall, Ford has a knack for making ordinary people believe they can survive extraordinary situations. The team discusses why his grounded style works so well and why he's able to elevate even the most over-the-top action movies.Of course, no discussion of Air Force One would be complete without Gary Oldman. His performance as terrorist Ivan Korshunov is as intense as ever, even if the boys question whether one of cinema's greatest actors deserved a stronger script. Along the way, they celebrate Oldman's incredible career, from Leon and True Romance through to The Dark Knight, Darkest Hour and beyond.As always, the movie quickly becomes secondary to the ridiculous questions that only Born to Watch can ask.Just how many parachutes does Air Force One actually carry?Why is everyone smiling after jumping out of a plane somewhere over Kazakhstan?Does a 1997 satellite phone really keep working at 20,000 feet?Why is there an endless supply of drinks hidden in the cargo hold?And how exactly does one MiG fighter somehow survive an entire squadron attack just so the movie can have one more action sequence?The crew also takes aim at some wonderfully cheesy taglines, debates whether this is one of cinema's greatest presidential action thrillers, and wonders if Australians will ever truly understand America's obsession with the presidency.Elsewhere, G-Man delivers another outstanding Ordinary People segment, covering Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, Glenn Close and a cast full of "that guy" character actors you've seen in dozens of movies. There's also a look back at the massive year that was 1997, including Titanic, Men in Black, The Lost World: Jurassic Park and Good Will Hunting.Hit, Sleeper or Dud returns with another trio of recommendations, including Wesley Snipes' underrated Murder at 1600, the Spanish original that inspired Vanilla Sky, and one of the greatest movie titles ever discovered in the Dud category.As always, expect plenty of laughs, terrible impressions, completely unnecessary tangents, and more than a few moments where the logic of Hollywood action films is left hanging out the side of the aircraft.So buckle up, secure your tray table, prepare for decompression, and remember one thing...Get off my podcast!If you enjoy what we do, we'd love your support. Subscribe wherever you listen, leave us a five-star review, share the episode with your mates, and follow Born to Watch across social media. Every listen helps us keep celebrating the movies we all grew up with, one ridiculous review at a time.#AirForceOne #HarrisonFord #GaryOldman #WolfgangPetersen #MovieReview #BornToWatchPodcast #90sMovies #ActionMovies #FilmPodcast #GetOffMyPlane
Matt and Eric dig into a 1986 flick they knew only from Madonna's "Live to Tell" video: AT CLOSE RANGE - which stars Sean Penn as a young man who wants to bond with his criminal pop, played by Christopher Walken.
We're back! Joining us after our one week hiatus is returning champion, the one, the only... Griffin Newman! We have so much to talk about this week, including: raccoon dogs, Isao Takahata's hatred of modernity, the history of “serious” animation, Operation Goblin, Star Wars(?), Mr. Belvedere(??), Dave Matthews Band(????), and also How To “Ball Up” a Pipeline! Next week it's our first non-Miyazaki/Takahata Ghibli entry, WHISPER OF THE HEART (1995) directed by Yoshifumi Kondō. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Blu-Ray Booklet Studio Ghibli: The Complete Works 2nd Edition Studio Ghibli: An Industrial History by Rayna Denison Sharing a House with the Never-Ending Man by Steve Alpert TCM Pom Poko Production History Pom Poko Influences Hoppers Band Inspiration Toshio Suzuki Incorrectly Anticipates Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan MailMax and Alex reunite after a lengthy break to discuss Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, one of the most anticipated films of 2026. They praise the film's scale, ambition, performances, and theatrical experience while debating where it ranks within Nolan's filmography. Although both enjoyed the movie and expect to revisit it, they question whether it's truly Nolan's masterpiece, arguing that many of its themes—leadership, war, identity, and homecoming—are compelling but not especially groundbreaking. They wrap up by discussing Nolan's future as a filmmaker, upcoming 2026 releases they're excited about, and their plans to bring the podcast back with more frequent episodes.Support the showMax's LetterboxdAlex's LetterboxdETI Instagram
Before you see Nolan's new Odyssey, take the scenic route. This Binge Bite rounds up the myth's best screen adaptations, from vintage films to TV miniseries to Jason and the Argonauts, so you can binge the classics first. Build your watchlist, then set sail for the big one. Get your "Binge Mode" Journal Tracker https://tinyurl.com/Binge-Mode-Journal https://bingetology.netlify.app/ Get the free Bingetology calculator
We are now halfway through the year and Mike defines his Top 10 movies of 2026 so far. He shares what made these movies stand out, where you can watch them and what is left that’s coming out that has the ability to make the list. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Moana starring the Rock. It’s Disney's live-action version of the animated movie we've all known and love. Moana answers the Ocean's call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her home island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui. Mike shares why he was reluctant to see it but ultimately what this live action remake is actually a good thing! In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Nimrods which is a movie based on the early, real-life touring adventures of the punk rock band Green Day. Mike shares the mid-budget music movies it reminds him of and why we don’t get movies like this anymore. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Bad Dads Film Review, the dads dive into Luc Besson's cult aquatic epic The Big Blue — a nearly three-hour blend of freediving rivalry, French mysticism, Jean Reno charisma, dolphin longing and some deeply questionable romantic choices.What we coveredLe Grand Bleu: the original title, the French phenomenon, and whether saying it properly makes the film any shorter.The director's cut runtime and the general feeling that 168 minutes is a lot of ocean.The black-and-white childhood opening in Greece, where Jacques and Enzo's friendship/rivalry begins.Jacques witnessing his father's diving death, and how the sea becomes both trauma and home.Enzo's adult introduction: Jean Reno in full swagger mode, rescuing a trapped diver and somehow turning it into a payday.Jacques as scientific anomaly: slowing his heart rate, bonding with dolphins, and generally behaving less like a man than an aquatic screensaver with cheekbones.Rosanna Arquette's Johana, who falls hard for Jacques and makes some bold career decisions in pursuit of a man who would rather be underwater.The freediving championship sequences, including the dads trying to understand how niche sport fame works.Breath-holding records, Kate Winslet's lungs, pure oxygen cheating, and the grim reality that most of us are good for about 35 seconds.Enzo and Jacques' rivalry: affectionate, macho, dangerous, and meaningful mostly because Enzo needs it to be.The film's underwater photography, which everyone agrees is often genuinely impressive.The score, which won a César and still gets absolutely battered here.Cris's appreciation of the costumes, wetsuits, shirts, colour coordination and general seaside style.The dolphin break-out sequence, aka the brief Free Willy section of the film.Enzo's fatal final dive and Jacques' decision to return him to the depths.Jacques' final choice, Johana's pregnancy, and whether the ending is poetic transcendence or a man abandoning responsibility via dolphin.Key moments / quotesSidey clocks the film as having a “runtime of 73 hours”.Dan admits he chose it and remembered liking it, but that it was not as great as he remembered.Reegs describes the Amazon Prime aspect-ratio problem as so bad he had to find another version to watch it properly.Sidey asks whether Luc Besson edited it himself, because surely someone should have said: “This is not a fucking three-hour movie.”Reegs objects to the film romanticising Jacques, describing the ending as abandonment of a pregnant woman through grief and dolphins.Cris likes the style more than the film: the beachwear, shirts, boat shoes, wetsuits and Italian flag diving suit all get more enthusiasm than the story.Dan still has affection for the film's imagery, Jean Reno and the childhood memory of its oceanic grandeur.VerdictThe dads admire the look, the water photography and Jean Reno, but the film takes a pasting for length, pretension, thin characterisation, the writing of Johana, and Jacques being less romantic hero than emotionally unavailable dolphin botherer.A very Bad Dads kind of strong recommend: if you have three hours spare and absolutely nothing else to do, you might come away with some nice water and a deep desire to watch football instead.You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!We love to hear from our listeners! By which I mean we tolerate it. If it hasn't been completely destroyed yet you can usually find us on twitter @dads_film, on Facebook Bad Dads Film Review, on email at baddadsjsy@gmail.com or on our website baddadsfilm.com. Until next time, we remain... Bad Dads
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down with comedy legends Will Ferrell and Luke Wilson to discuss their brand-new Netflix series, THE HAWK. Lonnie Hawkins, (Will Ferrell) 2004's number one golfer, struggles on the back nine of his career to recapture his magic. His body says retire, but his heart says he's not done yet. His ex-wife and his son Lance, golf's new golden boy, know he's through. But with one more major to win to complete golf's Grand Slam, Lonnie refuses to believe he's anything other than one stroke away from the greatest comeback in golf history. The Hawk is now streaming on Netflix. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca. Check out our new The Movie Podcast Clips Channel! This episode of The Movie Podcast is brought to you by BenQ. Use our affiliate link to help support our show: https://benqurl.biz/4eiSeMX Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim Burton's Batman and Batman Returns are explored here as two sides of the same dark, imaginative vision, tracing how Burton's signature style shaped Gotham, redefined Batman on screen, and pushed superhero filmmaking toward something stranger, moodier, and more cinematic. From the gothic production design and model work to the unforgettable scores, performances, and studio pressures behind both films, this episode examines how Burton balanced comic-book spectacle with a personal artistic voice, and why his version of Batman still stands out as one of the genre's most distinctive chapters.
This episode of The Movie Podcast is brought to you by BenQ. Use our affiliate link to help support our show: https://benqurl.biz/4eiSeMX Daniel and Shahbaz review Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson and Lupita Nyong'o, with Zendaya and Charlize Theron. The film is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology and brings Homer's foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time. The Odyssey opens in theatres everywhere on July 17, 2026. This review is spoiler-free. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca. Check out our new The Movie Podcast Clips Channel! Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is our spoiler-free review for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. Join Justin, Nate, and Darcy as they share their first impressions before diving into what worked—and what didn't—in Nolan's ambitious adaptation of Homer's timeless epic. We discuss the film's breathtaking visuals, Hoyte van Hoytema's stunning cinematography, the commitment to practical filmmaking, and why this may be Christopher Nolan's best-looking film to date. We also break down the standout performances from Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, and so many more, along with Nolan's bold non-linear approach to the story and its themes of war, homecoming, identity, and myth. The Odyssey, filmed entirely with IMAX cameras, opens exclusively in theatres on July 17, 2026. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats
"The Invite" starring Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Edward Norton, and Penelope Cruz dives into relations of humans and the way the human mind works around others. Jon gives his honest review.
Matt and Eric start their 1986 run with buddy cop classic RUNNING SCARED, which features amazing live-in chemistry between Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines, crop tops, roller skates, an angry captain, jokes about rights violations, and Jimmy Smits' precious coke.
Mike and Kelsey are back to break down their Best and Worst Movies they saw in June. Mike talks about the movie that is now in the running for the worst of the year, Kelsey shares her pick for a movie that made her incredibly emotional and they share their experience running into a celeb at the movies this month. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Jackass: Best and Last. Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O and the rest of the gang return for more outrageous stunts. Mike shares why the movie made him cry twice, if it felt like a rip-off since they used a lot of old footage and is it really the end of the franchise? In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Whalefall which is about a guy who tries to survive being swallowed by a whale. The trailer looks insane but have they already shown us too much? New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us Fan MailYou've got a friend in us! Join the hosts as they celebrate the film that changed animation forever with a deep dive into Toy Story, the groundbreaking Pixar classic that launched one of cinema's most beloved franchises. Starring Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and directed by John Lasseter. The film takes audiences on an unforgettable adventure into a world where toys come to life, exploring friendship, loyalty, and discovering that there's always room for another hero. The hosts pair the film with The Buzzed Lightyear cocktail. So reach for infinity and beyond, gather your favorite toys, and join the hosts as we celebrate one of the most influential and heartwarming animated films ever made.Be sure to listen, subscribe, and follow the show on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast Sent from my iPhone
RECALL: Act Three By the time RECALL reaches Act Three, Miami Military Academy is no longer pretending it can survive. The school is still marching, still saluting, still shining brass and barking orders into the Florida heat, but the center is gone. Colonel Barnes is dying. Commander Patterson knows it. Sally knows it. And the boys, even when they are laughing too hard to say it out loud, can feel the whole place slipping into history. Written by Academy Award nominee Bruce Davison, and once optioned and held by the great Carroll O’Connor with eyes on a Pacino lead,, RECALL is a funny, savage, deeply human coming-of-age drama about abandoned boys, broken fathers, old soldiers, Cuban exiles, secret weapons, and the terrible bargain countries make when they ask the young to carry the sins of the old. Act Three begins with the last quiet hours before everything breaks. Lishinsky and Sally steal a small piece of freedom on the water, drifting toward Captain Kidd’s Island, talking about California, escape, fathers, graves, and the strange fantasy that two damaged kids might simply sail away from all of it. But nobody really gets away from Miami Military Academy. Not yet. Inside Barnes’ house, Patterson sits beside a dying friend and is handed the thing no soldier wants: responsibility without rescue. Barnes tells him the Army is calling in its chips. The school, the land, the boys, the munitions, the whole dream is coming apart. Patterson rages because he knows what the place is, and what it has been. A broken institution, yes. A madhouse, absolutely. But also the only home some of these boys have ever had. Then the machinery starts moving. The Army arrives. The Cuban officials arrive. The inspection becomes theater. A live round falls where it should not. The old bunkers by the bay are suddenly more important than the boys standing in formation. The parade takes them through Miami and into the Dade County Fair, where the whole strange, glorious organism of “A” Company explodes into one last carnival of cigars, sheep, majorettes, busted noses, bad decisions, and Patterson turning, for one mad instant, into the hero the boys still need him to be. But the comedy cannot hold the line forever. Colonel Barnes is gone. The flag drops to half-mast. The Razor Fiend is finally revealed. Lindquist, the feral boy from the mango trees, becomes a cadet, a savior, and maybe the strangest proof that the academy was never only a school. It was a place that took in the lost and gave them a uniform because it had no better language for love. Slouch and Bebop reach the end of pretending. Bebop is called home by a country that no longer exists the way he remembers it. Slouch follows because friendship, for him, is the only oath that ever meant anything. The Cuban exiles come in the night. Patterson tries to stop them. History steps over him. Sally leaves for California. Lishinsky stays behind with the ache of first love and the knowledge that some people are not meant to be held. Patterson sits with his ghosts. The boys graduate into a world already waiting to use them. And somewhere beyond the academy walls, the Bay of Pigs turns courage, loyalty, and bad American promises into blood in the surf. RECALL is about boyhood at the edge of the American century, when duty still sounded clean from a podium and war still knew how to dress itself up as honor. It is about boys who wanted fathers, fathers who failed them, soldiers who could not save themselves, and a country that keeps asking the young to pay for the old men’s maps. Starring Alan Rosenberg, Carson Bolde, Stone Garcia, Wesley Kimmel, Dan Lauria, Kensington Tallman, Roxton Garcia, Bruce Davison, Luca Diaz, Amari O’Neil, Amir O’Neil, David Errigo Jr., Zeke Alton, Gian Franco Rodriguez, Miki Yamashita, Nemil Mudvari, Sofia D’Marco, and Ashley Ciarra. A portion of proceeds from RECALL will benefit the National Veterans Foundation and the Lifeline for Vets. To support NVF or speak with a Veteran who understands, visit https://nvf.org or call 888-777-4443. Produced by Table Read Podcast and Manifest Media Productions, LLC. Executive Produced by Jack Levy, Shaan Sharma, and Mark Knell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike talks about how Masters of the Universe recently failed at the box office even though in his opinion it was a good movie! He talks about major movie franchises that were planned but cancelled after the first film flopped at the box office. From Dungeons and Dragons to Power Rangers he shares his list of failed franchises that may need to settle as future culture classics. In the Movie Review, Mike and Kelsey give their thoughts on Supergirl. When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Supergirl reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion for an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice. Mike and Kelsey talk about Milly Alcock’s performance as Supergirl, the criticism the movie is receiving, and why the world might still not be ready for female lead superhero stories. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down Shrek 5. It follows Shrek, Fiona, and their three teenage kids on a whirlwind adventure to the magical metropolis of "Further Far Far Away". Mike talks about if it’s pushing the envelope too far and why everyone is upset about the animation. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.