Ep. 65: Nightbreed: The Director’s Cut
What if the monsters in the night were cowering from us? Carlin’s Rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 2.0 out of 5 stars Overall Rating: 2.25 out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast
Jan 29, 2015
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Ep. 64: High School Musical 2
There’s only one thing in the world that would make Jordan agree to do this. If someone would leave a review for the podcast on iTunes. Guess what? It happened, so here’s the review. Jordan hopes you’re all happy. Carlin’s Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars Overall Rating: […]
Jan 23, 2015
Ep. 63: Nebraska
Today, Carlin and Jordan tackle Nebraska: a film that discusses aging and success in a poignant way. Carlin’s Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars Jordan’s Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Stars Overall Rating: 3.75 out of 5 StarsFiled under: Podcast
Jan 16, 2015
Ep. 62: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Four teenaged turtles grow up in the sewers of New York. They’re taught martial arts by a giant rat. And a silent crime wave is sweeping the city. Sounds like a great family movie, right? Carlin’s Rating: 1.5 out of 5 Stars Jordan’s Rating: 3.0 out of 5 Stars Overall Rating: 2.25 out of 5 […]
Jan 09, 2015
Ep. 60 Nightmare Before Christmas
Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas, from Carlin, Jordan, and Sandy Claws! Today, being Christmas, we thought it would be appropriate to watch a modern classic: Nightmare Before Christmas. We hope your holiday season has been special. Carlin’s Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Stars Jordan’s Rating: 3.0 out of 5 Star Overall Rating: 3.25 out of […]
Dec 26, 2014
Ep. 59: Broken Flowers
Time for another fan selection — this time, we’re watching the story of a modern Don Juan named Don Johnston. This one was suggested by Seth Harris. We hope you enjoy our review of Broken Flowers Carlin’s Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Stars Jordan’s Rating: 3.0 out of 5 Stars Overall Rating: 3.25 out of […]
Dec 18, 2014
Ep. 58: Django Unchained
It’s been a while since we’ve done a Western, and we’ve not reviewed one of Tarantino’s films yet. So we thought it was time to remedy that with Django Unchained. Carlin’s Rating: 4.0 out of 5.0 stars Jordan’s Rating: 4.0 out of 5.0 stars Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5.0 starsFiled under: Podcast
Dec 13, 2014
Ep. 57: Nacho Libre
This week, Carlin and Jordan sit down and review a film that’s filled with low-hanging jokes and adequate directing: Nacho Libre. Jack Black’s finest? Not likely. Carlin’s Rating: 1.0 out of 5.0 stars Jordan’s Rating: 2.0 out of 5.0 Stars Overall Rating: 1.5 out of 5.0 starsFiled under: Podcast Tagged: Podcast
Dec 04, 2014
Ep. 56: Catching Fire
“Panem Now, Panem Tomorrow, Panem Forever.” What a shame. And now it’s time to return to the franchise we loved to hate previously, The Hunger Games. Unfortunately, not much of an improvement. Check it out! Carlin’s Rating: 2.0 out of 5.0 stars Jordan’s Rating: 2.5 out of 5.0 stars Overall Rating: 2.25 out of 5.0 […]
Nov 29, 2014
Episode 55: Somm
The fine dining world can be brutal, and the new rising star is the sommelier. Carlin and Jordan watch a documentary following four somms while they study for the master certifications, based off the suggestion of a friend. Carlin’s Rating: 3.5 out of 5.0 Stars Jordan’s Rating: 3.0 out of 5.0 Stars Total Rating: 3.25 out […]
Nov 21, 2014
Episode 54: Carlin’s 31 Horror Movies
Carlin’s taken over the studio to record a recap of his 31 horror films of October. Hope you enjoy!Filed under: Podcast
Nov 14, 2014
Episode 53: Baron Blood
Well, Jordan wanted a giallo film. Too bad he picked a bad example of the genre! Carlin’s Rating: 1 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 1 out of 5 stars Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast
Nov 07, 2014
Episode 52: House of the Devil
Sometimes, when you need money and you’re a college-aged young woman, babysitting is your only option. May J.G. Wentworth wasn’t around. Too bad for Sam, because she’s just booked a gig at The House of the Devil. Carlin’s Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 3 out of 5 stars Overall Rating: 3.25 out of […]
Oct 24, 2014
Episode 51: Invasion of the Body Snatchers
There’s something going wrong in town. People are changing overnight. Becoming different. It’s like… they’re becoming pod people. For our next Horror October entry, Carlin and Jordan take a look at the classic B movie thriller, Invasion of the Body Snatchers! Carlin’s Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars […]
Oct 17, 2014
Episode 50: Let the Right One In
New tenants have moved into the apartment building, and Oskar needs a friend. Maybe Eli needs a friend, too? Special thanks to Seth Harris for selecting a movie the guys both know and love! Carlin’s Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Stars Overall Rating: 4.75 out of 5 StarsFiled under: […]
Oct 09, 2014
Episode 49: Hellraiser
Carlin’s Rating: 3 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars Overall Rating: 2.75 out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast
Oct 03, 2014
Episode 48: The Talented Mr. Ripley
Some people have everything. Clothes, girls, music. But they don’t appreciate it. And, more importantly, they don’t appreciate you. Well, it’s a good thing you’re so talented, Mr. Ripley. Thanks to Tim for suggesting this psychological thriller! Carlin’s Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Overall Rating: 4 out […]
Sep 25, 2014
Episode 47: Adventures in Babysitting
Sometimes, all you want to go out to dinner at a nice French restaurant to celebrate your one year anniversary. And then your boyfriend cancels, claiming his sister is sick. Well, that’s ok, Chris, because that’s when the real adventure starts. Thanks to our pal Jeff for recommending…. Adventures in Babysitting! Carlin’s Rating: 3 out of […]
Sep 18, 2014
Episode 46: Deadfall
Thanks to Greg for suggesting Deadfall for this episode! Isn’t that a nice looking Thanksgiving moment? Carlin’s Rating: 2.0 out of 5 starsJordan’s Rating: 2.5 out of 5 starsOverall Rating: 2.25 out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast
Sep 11, 2014
Episode 45 Amelie
Thanks to Stephanie for suggesting this one! Carlin’s Rating: 4 out of 5 starsJordan’s Rating: 4 out of 5 starsOverall Rating: 4 out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast
Sep 04, 2014
Episode 44: I Think We’re Alone Now
Today, Carlin and Jordan watch the documentary I Think We’re Alone Now. Thanks to Seth Harris and Justin Baird for suggesting this film. It’s a documentary that looks at two people obsessed with the 80’s pop star, Tiffany. Carlin’s Rating: 2.0 out of 5 Stars Jordan’s Rating: 2.0 out of 5 Stars Overall Rating: 2.0 […]
Aug 28, 2014
Episode 43: The King’s Speech
Thanks to Jackie for requesting The King’s Speech! Carlin’s Rating: 3.5 out of 5 starsJordan’s Rating: 4.0 out of 5 starsTotal Rating: 3.75 out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast
Aug 21, 2014
Episode 42: Exit Through the Gift Shop
Is this a documentary, or is it a piece of art? This 2010 movie, Exit through the Gift Shop, was suggested by Seth Harris. Carlin’s Rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 stars Overall Rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast, Uncategorized
Aug 15, 2014
Episode 41: Enter the Void
This week’s review features Enter the Void. A film that explores life, death, and reality through one person’s perspective. Carlin’s Rating: 2.5 out 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 1 out of 5 stars Overall Rating: 1.75 out of 5 starsFiled under: Podcast, Uncategorized
Aug 07, 2014
Episode 40: Escape from Tomorrow
Escape from Tomorrow is a lawsuit waiting to happen, so of course, Carlin and Jordan had to review it. They discuss guerrilla film making techniques, mass art versus individualist art, and the decay of crumbling relationships. Hey, one thing to mention… if you’d like to suggest a movie, we’d love to hear from you. If […]
Jul 31, 2014
Episode 39: In Bruges
On this week’s episode, we travel to the quaint little town of Bruges on the recommendation of fan of the show, Tim. We discuss the writing of the movie, some of the themes, and admire a really beautiful set piece. Check it out! Carlin’s Rating: 3 out of 5 stars Jordan’s Rating: 3 out of […]
Jul 24, 2014
Episode 38: High School Musical
In this episode, Carlin and Jordan prove that they can talk just about any movie. This time, they try to hit two genres at a time with a musical aimed at kids: “High School Musical.” It is also our first made-for-tv movie. We hit the high notes and low notes, and enough said there. […]
Jul 17, 2014
Episode 37: The Conversation
Today, we watch one of Jordan’s selections. This film, directed by Francis Ford Coppola and starring Gene Hackman, is The Conversation. This movie is an engrossing character piece about a person who’s working hard to keep his life personal while recording the conversations of others. We talk about the nature of suspicion, surveillance, and paranoia in this […]
Jul 10, 2014
Episode 36: Don Jon
Today, Carlin and Jordan turn to Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s directing and writing debut: Don Jon. He also stars in the film. Carlin and Jordan talk about how the movie portrays the need to know oneself before getting involved in a relationship. They discuss about finding ways to express individuality in a relationship without becoming a cookie-cutter person. While this […]
Jul 03, 2014
Episode 34: The Boondock Saints
And time for another fan request! Johnny recently reviewed the podcast over on iTunes and let us know about it. He also gave us a pretty good list of movies to review. First on the list? The Boondock Saints. The guys discuss how the script for The Boondock Saints was inspired by true-life events, touch on our cultural love for vigilanteism, and […]
Jun 19, 2014
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