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Comedy Film Nerds

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Movie reviews by stand-up comics and filmmakers Graham Elwood and Chris Mancini
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Episodes

Ep 106 with Allan Havey

Viva Las Vegas! Chris and Graham are joined by nerd writer Allan Havey in Sin City! It is a themed episode where the boys discuss Allan's trip to the Turner Classic Movies festival. Complete with some great old Hollywood stories. Allan gives insight about some lesser known classic films and his CFN Guide to Movies chapter on war films. It is a nerd-a-palooza for all things classic cinema!

Apr 25, 20121 hr 1 min

Ep 105 with Dean Haglund

Chris and Graham welcome back nerd writer, Dean Haglund. Dean gives us updates on the most recent conspiracies, why he lives in Chris' garage and his kickstarter project. Chris points out some small upsides to Three Stooges. Dean loved Cabin in the Woods. And Graham talks about a good doc, The Island President. A couple of good DVDs and a upcoming weekend of some mostly dumb looking films. Don't worry the NSA is listening...

Apr 17, 20121 hr 3 min

Ep 104 with Fred Stoller

Chris and Graham go on a tri-state killing spree...wait that's something else. They welcome in Seinfeld writer, Fred Stoller. Fred talks about his new kindle single, My Seinfeld Year, where he descripes writing on that show like the opposite of his favoritie year. Chris liked Morgan Spurlock's Comic Con film but hoped for a little more. Fred and Chris both liked God Bless America. Fred gives his reasons for liking The Raid as well. Also a weak showing for new DVDs and some interesting new releas...

Apr 11, 20121 hr 2 min

Ep 103 with Chris Mancini and Graham Elwood

Chris and Graham talk about Wrath of the Titans and why it got beat at the box office by Hunger Games. Graham wants everyone to join in a hockey fight and see Goon. Chris really liked The Lorax despite it having a bad trailer which sparks a discussion about how much trailers have changed and why. Some good DVDs and interesting choices for upcoming releases.

Apr 03, 201250 min

Ep 102 with Laura House

Fan favorite and Nerd writer Laura House returns to the Nerd cave. Chris and Graham both liked the Hunger Games but wanted a better action director. Laura really liked Jeff Who Lives at Home. Graham thinks The Raid is a must see for martial art film fans. Laura talks about her Rom Com chapter in the CFN book and why Joe vs The Volcano is a solid make out film. Some good DVD's coming out and a roll of the dice for new releases. It is a nerd-tastic piece of ear gold. (I know that doesn't make any ...

Mar 27, 20121 hr 9 min

Ep 101 with Frank Conniff

Chris and Graham welcome back Frank Conniff to enjoy a bench press and some gargolyes. Frank talks about films and live shows for Cinematic Titanic. Chris thought John Carter wasn't so bad. Graham was bored with Jump Street and really lIked Being Flynn. Frank enjoyed Game Change but wanted a little more. Some good DVD's out and two good films in theaters this week. This episode will make you taller and have more friends.

Mar 20, 20121 hr 1 min

Ep 100 with Sam Tripoli

EPISODE 100!!! We did it! Thanks for making this show go this long, couldn't have done it without the whole Kitten Hand Army! Very happy to welcome Sam Tripoli into the Nerd Cave. Sam talks about his podcast, The Naughty Show and doing the LA Podcast Festival. Chris liked parts of Detachment and was horrified at others. Sam thinks if you are a fan of Tim and Eric on Adult Swim, you will like Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie. Graham enjoyed Salmon Fishing in the Yemen. Then the boys talk about...

Mar 13, 20121 hr 5 min

Ep 99 with Retta

Chris and Graham welcome comic/actress Retta from Parks and Rec into the Gargoyle University. Graham was really disappointed with Project X but wanted to have a baby with Act of Valor. Chris thought Wanderlust was better than the trailer. Retta talks about writer/director Richard Curtis and her favorite film, Love Actually. And some of the inner workings of shooting a TV show. DVDs, new releases and bring your Hillbilly to work day!

Mar 06, 201259 min

Oscar special ep 98 with Neil Weakly and Mike Schmidt

It's an Oscar wrap-up nerd style! Chris, Graham, Neil and Mike all weigh in on who won and why. They talk about how the show felt like it was from 1989. Find out why rabbits are in pots and zone bars are in the alley. It is a nerd-a-riffic Oscar show that will put a trophy in your pants!

Feb 27, 20121 hr 16 min

Ep 97 with Dwayne Perkins

Chris and Graham welcome comic Dwayne Perkins into the Nerd HQ to talk about some Oscar noms. But first they compare Safe House to Training Day and why no one saw Ghost Rider. Chris liked Secret World of Arrietty. Then they all give thier picks for Best Actor, Director, Adapted and Original screenplay. Plus DVDs and new releases and some great nerdery!

Feb 22, 20121 hr 4 min

Ep 96 with Pamela Georgette and Todd Sawyer

Happy Valentine's Day! May your kitten hands be filled with love and bad accents! Chris and Graham welcome from the My Picker is Broken podcast Pamela Georgette and Todd Sawyer. Pam is a licensed therapist and Todd is a comic. Pam gives her professional opinion about The Vow and several other classic romance films for a special themed episode that will warm your heart with knowledge and joy. Graham and Chris talk about how George Lucas has gotten more crazy. DVDs, new releases and more! Like a r...

Feb 14, 20121 hr 3 min

Ep 95 with Jackie Kashian

Chris and Graham welcome back nerd writer and Dork Forest host Jackie Kashian. Graham gets bored with the found footage in Chronicle. Chris and Jackie differ on the entire Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series. Then it's more Oscar talk as Jackie gives insight as why The Help recieved two nominations for Best Supporting Actress. DVDs have some stupid choices and why would anyone want to see the 3D train wreck of Phantom Menace. This ep will save lives.

Feb 09, 20121 hr 1 min

Ep 94 with TJ Miller

Chris and Graham welcome back T.J. Miller back into the Nerd HQ. They talk about T.J.'s new podcast and CD DVD that are now available in the CFN store. Also why The Grey is a disappointment unless you are a wolf. Graham hopes Man on a Ledge expands to veranda's and roofs. More oscar talk as Chris and T.J. weigh in about the Descendants. All agree that the Best Supporting Actor pics are all solid. T.J. gives great insight into working with Tom Cruise. DVDs, new releases and much more!...

Jan 31, 20121 hr 2 min

Ep 93 with David Huntsberger

Chris and Graham welcome comic and co-host of The Professor Blastoff podcast, David Huntsberger. They talk about why David and Chris were dissapointed with Haywire. And then it is on to Oscar nominations! The boys talk about all the Best Picture nods and what should or shouldn't be on the 10 best. Tree of Life cage match, choose your team! New DVDs, in theaters and much much more!

Jan 25, 20121 hr 5 min

Ep 92 with Shawn Pelofsky

Chris and Graham welcome comic Shawn Pelofsky into the nerd HQ. She talks about doing comedy on gay cruises. Graham liked Contrabrand, but thought the Iron Lady spent too much time on Margaret Thatcher's later years. All three talk about the best and worst films of 2011. Shawn liked X-Men and Thor and was just ok about The Help. Graham defended 50/50 and Chris started a cage fight over Tree of Life. Plus DVDs and some promising new releases!

Jan 17, 20121 hr 1 min

Ep 91 with Tom Wilson

Chris and Graham welcome comedian and actor Tom Wilson to the Nerd cave. Tom talks about playing Biff in the Back to the Future films and working with Robert Zemeckis. Graham liked My Week With Marilyn and Chirs was not surprised by War Horse but liked it overall. Tom gives great insight into the pitfalls of showbiz along with the differences between Steven Soderbergh and Zemeckis. It is truly a golden moment in Nerd history.

Jan 10, 20121 hr 3 min

Ep 90 with Matt Belknap

Happy New Year! Chris and Graham welcome in the Matt Belknap from Never Not Funny. They talk about Mayan calendars and Top Ten box office films. Matt and Graham both liked Mission Impossible. Chris was pleasantly surprised by We Bought a Zoo. And Graham enjoyed Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. Matt gives insight into being a script reader. DVD's, new releases and much much more! It's the best way to start the final year of life on earth!

Jan 03, 20121 hr 12 min

CFN ep 89 with Chris and Graham answering questions

Chris and Graham are interviewed by Ben the intern. Ben asks the boys questions that you fans posted on the Facebook page. You will learn much like what films they like. How they got started and what films influenced them. Also a look into their secret nerdiness that will explain a lot.

Dec 27, 20111 hr 1 min

CFN ep 88 with Greg Fitzsimmons

Chris and Graham welcome comic and host of the Fitzdog podcast into the gargoyle cave. Greg gives some great stories about Tom Cruise. Chris is a fan of Hugo and The Artist. Graham thought Young Adult missed the mark but liked Tinker Tailor Sailor Spy. Chirs belives that only people with kids will like Carnage. Greg talks about the origins of his podcast. DVD's new realeases and so much more, really it will give your ears a boner.

Dec 20, 20111 hr 9 min

Ep 87 with Howard Kremer

Chris and Graham welcome comic and Who Charted? podcast co-host Howard Kremer into the Nerd HQ. Howard was a little bored at Shame. Graham liked Martin Sheen in The Way. Chris is tired of looking at old men in Sleeping Beauty. Howard tells why he loves Jaws. Some good choices for DVD's this week. And a slew of films coming out as well. It is a Nerd soup of good fun! (unless you don't like soup)

Dec 06, 201158 min

Episode 86 with Frank Woodward

Chris and Graham welcome documentary filmmaker Frank Woodward into the Nerd HQ. They talk about why they were happy with the Muppets. Chris likes what Jason Segel did. Graham thought The Descendents was good but missed the mark a little. Chris goes on a Twilight tirade. Frank gives insight about the making of his doc "Lovecraft" about H.P. Lovecraft and how things in the world of distribution are changing. DVDs, new releases and much much more!!

Nov 29, 20111 hr 4 min

Ep 85 with Doug Benson

Ho Ho Ho it's a special Holiday Movie episode with Doug Benson! The host of Doug Loves Movies comes down the gargolye chimney to talk about the best and worst holiday films. Chris and Doug say why they aren't huge fans of It's a Wonderful Life despite Graham's love of his sister's punk band Zuzu's Petals. Graham talks about why he likes Scrooged. Chris gives a nerd boner for A Nightmare Before Christmas and Doug talks about seeing films on Christmas Day. Then it's a Len Maltin game Nerd deathmat...

Nov 22, 20111 hr 13 min

Ep 84 with Dave Schneiderman and Derek Guiley

Chris and Graham have put together a special episode for all you kittenhand loving film nerds. Graham thoght J. Edgar was decent. Chris liked Carnage and Graham explained to Chris why Outrage was not that difficult to understand. Then TV and Film writers, Dave and Derek, tell stories about having menues thrown at them, the skill in pitching and what it takes to make it as a Hollywood writer. It is the best Nerd-fomation you can get!

Nov 16, 20111 hr 1 min

Ep 83 with Lachlan Patterson

Chris and Graham welcome stand-up comic Lachlan Patterson into the Nerd HQ! They talk about why Chris thinks Tower Heist was a phoner. Graham liked the 3d in Harold and Kumar. Some great, yard sale inspired, bad accents make an appearence. DVD's new releases and so much more your gargolye kitten hands will melt! I love you.

Nov 08, 201159 min

Ep 82 with Mike Schmidt

Chris and Graham welcome back nerd writer and podcaster Mike Schmidt. Mike talks about his podcast 40 Year Old Boy. Graham says that In Time is no Gattica. Rum Diary is a little disappointing. Mike Loves Paranornmal 3 but has some questions. Chris' American brain can't understand Yakusa culture in Outrage. DVD's, new reeases and much much more! Enjoy the warm kitten hand embrace of this episode.

Nov 02, 20111 hr 10 min

Ep 81 with Neil T Weakley

BOOOOOOO! Chris and Graham welcome back Nerd Writer Neil T Weakley back into the Nerd cave to talk about Shreikfest 2011. Neil saw almost everything at the festival and gives some good insight about good indie horror films. Also interview from the fest with the makers of Pig. It's a Halloween bonus episode that will scare you into a kitten hand terror!

Oct 31, 201140 min

Ep 80 with Eddie Ifft

Chris and Graham welcome comic Eddie Ifft into the gargolye lair. They talk about why there has never been a good Three Musketeers movie Graham is all excited about one of the Olsen twins joining a cult. Eddie talks about the documentary he made while traveling the world and Chris is excited about the Captain America DVD. Other DVD's, new releases and so much more guvna's!

Oct 27, 20111 hr 7 min

Ep 79 with Matt Weinhold

Chris and Graham welcome back Nerd writer Matt Weinhold for a very special Horror movie themed show! They get all nerdy with the resident horror expert for a Halloween spook-tacular that will scare the nerd right out of you. The boys talked about their favorites and not-so favorites. You asked for more bonus themed episodes so here it is! Like two bloody kitten hands returning from the grave!!!!!

Oct 21, 201159 min

Ep 78 with Stefanie Wilder-Taylor

Chris and Graham welcome back Nerd writer Stefanie Wilder-Taylor in the Gargolye cave. They Talk about the Getty and new clothing options for Arby's. Also Graham liked The Thing while Chris hated I Melt With You. Stefanie gives her chioces for good family movies despite the fact that she has twin 3 year olds who lose interest after 30 minutes. DVD's, new releases and so much that your sippy cup will overflow with nerdy goodness.

Oct 18, 20111 hr 7 min

Ep 77 with Ed Crasnick

Chris and Graham welcome comic/producer Ed Crasnick into the Nerd HQ. They talk about podcasting and mental illness. Graham liked the acting in Ides of March. Ed and Graham split on Money Ball. Chris was intrigued by Melancholia. Graham was happy Seth Rogen didn't wear green in 50/50. DVD's, in theaters and much much more!

Oct 11, 20111 hr
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