3:10 TO YUMA Outlaw Ben Wade terrorizes 1800s Arizona, preying on the Southern Railroad until he's finally captured. Struggling rancher Dan Evans volunteers to escort him to the 3:10 train to justice, but the journey is riddled with peril. As they battle relentless pursuers, a grudging respect forms between them—but survival is anything but guaranteed. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Paul Hitchcock talk about charismatic bad guys, Colorado ghost towns, honoring a code and the move “3:10 to Yuma” on t...
Mar 08, 2025
Get ready to dive into the world of one of the most dynamic and beloved actors in Hollywood – Vincent D’Onofrio! From his role as the iconic Kingpin in Daredevil to his unforgettable turn as Edgar the bug in Men in Black, D’Onofrio has brought a unique charm and depth to every character he plays. At FanX Salt Lake 2022, Vincent D’Onofrio’s Journey Through Film:, he graced the stage for a fun and insightful panel, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at his legendary career. Vincent D’Onofrio’s J...
Mar 03, 2025
THE AFRICAN QUEEN After her missionary brother is killed in WWI Africa, A prim and proper spinster reluctantly accepts help from a rough-around-the-edges steamer captain to escape the danger. But when he offers only safe passage, she convinces him to join her in a daring mission to destroy a German gunboat. As they journey down the river, they bicker and clash at every turn, but their time together leads to a surprising and passionate romance. Craig, Elisabeth and Fanboy Planet’s Derek McCaw tal...
Mar 01, 2025
THE NORTHMAN Prince Amleth is on the verge of becoming a man when his father is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy's mother. Two decades later, Amleth is now a Viking who raids Slavic villages. He soon meets a seeress who reminds him of his vow -- save his mother, kill his uncle, avenge his father. Craig and Elisabeth are joined by Paul Hitchcock and Brendan Agnew to talk Berserkers, betrayal, naked swordfights and the movie “The Northman” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Not...
Feb 22, 2025
DAZED AND CONFUSED On the last day of school in 1976, Texas teens dive into a night of hazing, partying, and chasing the perfect summer kickoff. Freshman Mitch Kramer dodges relentless seniors, while laid-back quarterback Randall "Pink" Floyd resists his coach’s demands. As the night spirals into cruising, keg stands, and stoned epiphanies, they realize growing up is just a wild, winding trip. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Rob Ervin talk about corporal punishment in schools, creepy older dudes, the...
Feb 15, 2025
EVERY WHICH WAY BUT LOOSE A tough trucker with a pet orangutan Clyde, Philo Beddoe moonlights as a bare knuckle fighter, with his close friend Orville Boggs setting up matches for him. When Philo begins dating country singer Lynn Halsey-Taylor and she abruptly disappears, he goes off in search of her, his simian companion and Orville in tow. On their cross-country trek, Philo and friends repeatedly clash with bikers and rogue cops leading up to a violent showdown. Craig and Elisabeth talk about ...
Feb 08, 2025
Get ready to laugh, cheer, and relive the excitement of the Psych panel from FanX Salt Lake in 2022! Featuring Maggie Lawson and Timothy Omundson, this unforgettable event celebrated the wit, charm, and camaraderie that make Psych a fan-favorite show. Dive into behind-the-scenes stories, hilarious moments, and a lively Q&A with fans. Maggie Lawson’s First Fan Convention: Hear her heartfelt reaction to the warm welcome from fans at FanX. Interactive Q&A: Fans bring their best questions, w...
Feb 03, 2025
Dive into the world of Twin Peaks with this March 2020 panel from the Fayetteville Comic Show featuring cast members Sheryl Lee, Dana Ashbrook, Eric Da Re, and more. From behind-the-scenes anecdotes to heartfelt fan stories, this discussion is packed with humor, nostalgia, and the enduring magic of Twin Peaks. Behind-the-Scenes Secrets: Cheryl Lee reflects on her transformation from "the dead girl" to an iconic character, while Dana Ashbrook talks about Bobby Briggs' redemption arc in Season 3. ...
Feb 03, 2025
THE FOUNTAIN A man embarks on a transcendent journey through time, driven by an unrelenting quest for immortality and a desperate mission to save the woman he loves. As a 16th-century conquistador, Tomas hunts for the fabled Fountain of Youth. In the present day, he is a scientist racing against time to cure his wife's terminal cancer. And in the 26th century, as a lone astronaut adrift in the cosmos, Tom confronts the profound mysteries of existence—life, love, and the inevitability of death. C...
Feb 01, 2025
Hey listeners! We have a new monthly episode for you to enjoy starting in February. Every unforgettable moment on-screen has a story to tell and you can hear it straight from the people who made it happen. Matinee Heroes presents Conversations with Craig is a chance to revisit those unforgettable panels, uncovering stories you might not expect, and sharing those moments that only happen live in front of an audience. It’s not just about celebrity interviews; it’s about real conversations that rev...
Jan 27, 2025
THE WOLVERINE Drawn back to a Japan he hasn’t seen since World War II, Wolverine enters a dangerous world of yakuza intrigue and samurai honor. Escorting a powerful industrialist's daughter, he faces relentless enemies and a profound challenge: the possibility of his own mortality. Pushed to his limits, he must confront his haunted past and rediscover the hero within while battling foes that test him like never before. Craig, Elisabeth and Derek McCaw end Rappe-uary talking about Elisabeth’s lif...
Jan 25, 2025
LETHAL WEAPON 2 South African smugglers become the target of relentless pursuit by Riggs and Murtaugh, two mismatched Los Angeles police officers. However, the smugglers are shielded by diplomatic immunity, complicating the officers' efforts. To avoid further conflict, their captain assigns them to witness-protection duty in hopes of keeping his job. But when their witness reveals a past connection to the smugglers, the situation takes a dangerous turn, and the real trouble begins. Craig, Elisab...
Jan 18, 2025
GORILLAS IN THE MIST Dian Fossey travels from the United States to Africa to study gorillas in Rwanda and Uganda. As she bonds with the animals, she grows increasingly concerned about poachers threatening their survival. Determined to prevent their extinction, Fossey forms a defense league to protect the gorillas, placing herself in a perilous situation. Craig and Elisabeth talk about their love of animals, prickly heroines, conservation and the movie “Gorillas in the Mist” on this week’s Matine...
Jan 11, 2025
THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO Disgraced journalist Mikael Blomkvist is hired by industrialist Henrik Vanger to solve the 40-year-old murder of his niece, Harriet, suspected to be a family member's crime. Joined by Lisbeth Salander, a brilliant but unconventional hacker, they uncover a dark history of murder and abuse beneath Sweden's industrial facade. Together, they risk everything to confront the evil at its core. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Paul Hitchcock discuss trauma bonding, family histo...
Jan 04, 2025
BABE Farmer Arthur Hoggett wins a piglet named Babe at a county fair. Narrowly escaping his fate as Christmas dinner when Farmer Hoggett decides to show him at the next fair, Babe bonds with motherly border collie and discovers that he too can herd sheep. But can a pig who defies the farm's social order be accepted by the other animals? Craig. Elisabeth and guest Rob Ervin discuss animal mistreatment, pigs with toupees, musical mice and the movie “Babe” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes...
Dec 28, 2024
THE CALL OF THE WILD Uprooted from his pampered life in California, the oversized dog Buck finds himself in the harsh Alaskan Yukon during the 1890s Gold Rush. As part of a mail delivery sled team, he faces a life of hardship and survival. When Buck meets Thornton, a loner-turned-adventurer, it’s clear that the two are destined to experience the adventure of a lifetime. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew talk "sad dad" Harrison Ford, our own awesome dogs, holiday movies for Marion and the ...
Dec 21, 2024
WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY When eccentric candy man Willy Wonka promises a lifetime supply of sweets and a tour of his chocolate factory to five lucky kids, penniless Charlie Bucket seeks the golden ticket that will make him a winner. When he experiences the magical wonders inside the factory, the boy discovers that a kind heart is a far finer possession than a sweet tooth. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Derek McCaw talk about dark children’s movies, wild internet theories, lazy grandpare...
Dec 14, 2024
PADDINGTON 2 Paddington, happily living with the Brown family, is a beloved community member who spreads joy and marmalade everywhere he goes. One day, he finds the perfect gift for his aunt's 100th birthday — a pop-up book in an antique shop. But when the book is stolen, Paddington sets out on a daring quest to catch the thief before Aunt Lucy's celebration. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Tracy Mangum discuss sentencing book thieves, Sebastian Stan stanning, Elisabeth’s first show as permanent host...
Dec 07, 2024
HOOK When his young children are abducted by his old nemesis, Capt. Hook, middle-aged lawyer Peter Banning returns to his magical origins as Peter Pan. Peter must remember who he is to save the Lost Boys, re-battle Captain Hook, and reunite with his family. Craig and Alan discuss Alan’s big announcement, movie timing, finally seeing all of Spielberg’s films and the movie “Hook” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:52 Craig and Alan talk about Alan's decision to take a brief hiatus from th...
Nov 30, 2024
A QUIET PLACE A family must live in silence to avoid mysterious creatures that hunt by sound. Knowing that even the slightest whisper or footstep can bring death, Evelyn and Lee are determined to find a way to protect their children while desperately searching for a way to fight back. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about extreme parenting, loud kids, entry points into horror and the movie “A Quiet Place” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:52 Craig and guest co-host Brendan A...
Nov 23, 2024
VERTIGO A retired San Francisco detective, burdened by a debilitating fear of heights, is hired by an old friend to follow his wife, who exhibits strange and troubling behavior. As he delves deeper, he becomes dangerously obsessed with her, entangling himself in a web of deceit, murder, and illusion. His fixation leads to a haunting cycle of identity, madness, and lies that blurs the line between reality and obsession. Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw discuss film auteurs, toxic masculinity, ...
Nov 16, 2024
DOCTOR ZHIVAGO During the Russian Revolution, young doctor Yuri Zhivago, raised by his aunt and uncle, falls in love with the beautiful Lara, who has been having an affair with the unscrupulous businessman Victor Komarovsky. Despite marrying his cousin, Tonya, Yuri's love for Lara remains. Years later when by chance he and Lara meet again, the spark of love reignites. Craig and guest co-host Elizabeth Rappe discuss Russian history, tragic love stories, middle-aged comedies and the movie “Doctor ...
Nov 09, 2024
THE LONG KISS GOODNIGHT Schoolteacher and single mother Samantha Caine lives a quiet suburban life until strange memories and unusual physical skills emerge. She hires private detective Mitch Hennessey to prober her past, uncovering that she's actually a highly trained government assassin with amnesia. Now, her former handlers are determined to bring her back. Craig and Alan start New-vember talking about not being ashamed of content gaps, 90’s action flicks and a movie Craig has never seen “The...
Nov 02, 2024
CRIMSON PEAK After marrying the charming Sir Thomas Sharpe, young Edith moves to his remote gothic mansion, where his enigmatic sister, Lady Lucille, guards dark family secrets. Gifted with the ability to communicate with the dead, Edith seeks to uncover the mystery behind the haunting visions in her new home. But as she delves deeper, she may discover that true monsters are made of flesh and blood. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about gothic romance, creepy vibe movies, 80’s Hallowe...
Oct 26, 2024
BLACK SWAN Nina, a repressed and dedicated ballerina, lives solely for dance. Chosen to replace the prima ballerina in "Swan Lake," she faces competition from free-spirited newcomer Lily. While Nina embodies the fragile White Swan, Lily exudes the seductive Black Swan. As their rivalry intensifies into a complex friendship, Nina's darker side begins to emerge. Craig and guest co-host Elizabeth Rappe talk about bad co-workers, women body horror, broken toenails and the movie “Black Swan” on this ...
Oct 19, 2024
EVIL DEAD 2 After discovering an audiotape left by a college professor containing a recording of incantations from the Book of the Dead, Ash's girlfriend, Linda, becomes possessed by the evil spirits awakened by the voices on the tape. As the demonic forces take hold, Ash realizes there is no escape from the cursed woods. Armed with only his wits and a chainsaw, he must battle for survival against the relentless evil. Craig, Alan and guest Annie Bullock talk about slap stick horror, Cerny and Ho...
Oct 12, 2024
ARACHNOPHOBIA After a nature photographer dies on assignment in Venezuela, a deadly spider sneaks into his coffin and is shipped to his hometown in rural California. There, arachnophobic Dr. Ross Jennings, who has just moved to the town with his family, suspects spiders when locals begin dying mysteriously. Jennings must confront his deepest fears in order to help stop the deadly infestation before its too late. Craig along with Make Me Watch This Co-hosts Brendons Agnew and Foley talk about wha...
Oct 05, 2024
CASABLANCA In World War II Casablanca, Rick Blaine runs the city's hottest nightspot. Cynical and solitary, he comes into possession of two valuable letters of transit. When a Nazi Major arrives, the opportunistic Captain Renault goes out of his way to appease him, even detaining Czech underground leader Victor Laszlo who shows up with Rick's former love, Ilsa. Bitter over Ilsa's betrayal in Paris, Rick is conflicted, but when he learns her reasons, they plot to escape together using the letters...
Sep 28, 2024
THE RUNNING MAN In the year 2019, America is a totalitarian state where the favorite television program is "The Running Man" -- a game show in which prisoners must run to freedom to avoid a brutal death. Having been made a scapegoat by the government, an imprisoned Ben Richards has the opportunity to make it back to the outside again by being a contestant on the deadly show, although the twisted host, Damon Killian has no intention of letting him escape. Craig, Alan and guest Rob Ervin talk abou...
Sep 21, 2024
OPPENHEIMER During World War II, Lt. Gen. Leslie Groves Jr. appoints physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer to work on the top-secret Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer and a team of scientists spend years developing and designing the atomic bomb. Their work comes to fruition on July 16, 1945, as they witness the world's first nuclear explosion, forever changing the course of history. Craig and Alan talk about Christopher Nolan at his peak, shingles, horny communists and the movie “Oppenheimer” on this wee...
Sep 14, 2024
