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Middle Class Film Class

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Weekly movie news and review released every Monday and Wednesday. Mondays are Gab & chatter (movie news, discussion) and streaming recommendations. Wednesday is one deep dive review chose from the Wheel of Destiny. Recorded live to tape with Joseph, Pete & Tyler. Email us to be featured on the air, or for general inquiries MCFCpodcast@gmail.com
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Episodes

MCFC Episode 35 - Border (Gräns)

The gang learns their folklore this week, as they review Border (2018) A Swedish romance/mystery/fairytale rooted deep in Scandinavian folklore, set in our modern world. From the writer of Let the Right One in (2008) and draped with awards, this movie is sure to keep you guessing, and drop your jaw on more than one occasion. Streaming right now on Hulu Also get your weekly streaming movie picks, and next week's mystery movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Joseph Nav...

May 06, 20202 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 35

MCFC Episode 34 - Whiplash

The gang get musically abused this week, as they get deep inside Whiplash (2014) by Damien Chazelle. Before La La Land and First man, Chazelle write and directed this intense and tight drama about pushing yourself, and being pushed, to be the best, at all costs. Pete will be leading the show, as it was his pick on the wheel, this week. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and watch what we're watching. Also stay tuned til the end for next week's mystery m...

Apr 29, 20201 hr 57 minSeason 1Ep. 34

MCFC Episode 33 - Dunkirk

The gang get historical this week, as they dive deep into Christopher Nolan's tense WWII drama Dunkirk (2017). With non-linear storytelling, multiple time jumps, and no set main character, this masterpiece of a film is done in a way only Nolan can. Not streaming currently, but well worth a $3.00 Youtube or Amazon digital rental. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and watch what we're watching. Also stay tuned til the end for next week's mystery movie fr...

Apr 22, 20201 hr 58 minSeason 1Ep. 33

MCFC Episode 32 - Nightcrawler

The gang's got a breaking story this week, as we dive deep into Nightcrawler (2014) A thrilling look at the life of one would-be headline news footage videographer, played by Jake Gyllenhaal. Though not streaming on any of the usual suspects, Nightcrawler is worth seeking out. Follow along and hear our take... Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and watch what we're watching. Also stay tuned til the end for next week's mystery movie from the Wheel of Des...

Apr 15, 20201 hr 38 minSeason 1Ep. 32

MCFC Episode 31 - Pan's Labyrinth

The gang gets mythological this week as they break down Pan's Labyrinth (2006) by Guillermo Del Toro. Streaming on Netflix right now, so have a watch and follow along! Set in WWII era Spain, this dark fantasy juxtapose to an even darker reality is an early release from the master Mexican Film maker, Del Toro. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and watch what we're watching. Also stay tuned til the end for next week's mystery movie from the Wheel of Dest...

Apr 08, 20201 hr 41 minSeason 1Ep. 31

MCFC Episode 30 - First Reformed

The gang repents for their sins this week, as they review First Reformed (2017) starring Ethan Hawke. This sharply drawn, portrayal of a reverend of a small tourist church dealing with a sudden emotional burden is sometimes bleak, and definitely had a ending that will leave you scratching your head. Written by Paul Schrader - writer of Taxi Driver. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and watch what we're watching. Also stay tuned til the end for next wee...

Apr 01, 20201 hr 58 minSeason 1Ep. 30

MCFC Episode 29 - Enemy

The gang sees double this week, as they break down the Denis Villeneuve psychological surreal thriller, Enemy (2013) streaming right now on Netflix.This darkly foreboding follow up to Prisoners is a precursor to Sicario, Arrival, and Bladerunner 2049. Get your thinking caps on and try to decipher the meaning in this tense, atmospheric head-scratcher of a movie. And as usual, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email ...

Mar 25, 20201 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 29

MCFC Episode 28 - Kung Fu Panda 3

The gang finds their chi this week, as they review Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016) Pete hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as we find out whether the third movie in the franchise was waste of money, or worth your time; Also, as usual, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Mar 18, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 28

MCFC Field Trip - The Hunt (2020) - Release day

1st half spoiler free - The gang hit the theater for a release-day viewing of the controversial movie, The Hunt (2020) We give our immediate thoughts on the movie, recorded the night of the viewing. Short bonus episode for all our listeners wondering if it's worth the $12 to go see this one in theaters, or wait for DVD/streaming release Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Mar 15, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 27

MCFC Episode 27 - A Taxi Driver

The gang rise up this week as they review A Taxi Driver (2017) a Korean historical drama that recounts the 1980 Gwangju political uprising. On the heels of South Korea becoming a democratic nation, this event which marked the death of roughly 140 innocent protesters at the hands of the South Korean government/militia, and a major turn in the tides of public opinion on the state of Korea to the rest of the world. A quick call to Pete's Dad that was never meant for air, and as usual, get your week...

Mar 11, 20201 hr 43 minSeason 1Ep. 27

MCFC Episode 26 - The Machinist

The gang get emaciated this week, as they review The Machinist (2004) starring Christian Bale. Joseph hosts this week as this was his choice on the wheel of destiny. Stream this week's movie on Amazon Prime, and follow along as we break apart this pre-Dark Knight Bale psychological thriller. A bounty of streaming picks this week from all three hosts, for all tastes, as the wheel chooses another mystery movie for next week. http://facebook.com/mcfcpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler N...

Mar 04, 20201 hr 48 minSeason 1Ep. 26

MCFC Episode 25 - Wristcutters: A Love Story

The gang's get lost in purgatory this week, as they review Wristcutters: A Love Story (2006) Tyler hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as we get into this indie darkish comedy drama with a cast of supporting characters that are now much more famous than the leads. Will Joseph finally get one of his movies to review for next week?!? Also, as usual, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCF...

Feb 25, 20201 hr 58 minSeason 1Ep. 25

MCFC Episode 24 - O' Brother Where Art Thou

The gang's bottom get soggy this week, as they review The Cohen Brothers' O Brother Where Art Thou (2000) Pete hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as we get into the music, the characters, The Odyssey... As usual, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Feb 19, 20201 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 24

MCFC Episode 23 - Return to Oz

The gang gets lost on the yellow brick road this week when they review Return to Oz (1985) Peter chose this week's movie, so he is hosting this week. Is the movie as haunting as he remembers? Will Joseph and Tyler enjoy the favorite from Peter's childhood? Why is an egg poisonous to nomes? No steaming picks this week, instead the Oscars are discussed the night of the awards, with the winners fresh in their minds. Also stay tuned til the end for next week's mystery movie from the Wheel of Destiny...

Feb 12, 20201 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 23

MCFC Episode 22 - Space Jam

The gang gets Loony this week when they take a trip down nostalgia lane and review the classic from every 80's kid's childhood: Space Jam (1996) Tyler chose this week's movie, so he is hosting this week. Will the gang still love the semi-animated crossover movie? Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and watch what we're watching. Also stay tuned til the end for next week's mystery movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler No...

Feb 05, 20202 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 22

MCFC Episode 21 - They Look Like People

The gang gets goes low budget this week as they dive deep into They Looks Like People (2015) a low budget suspense "horror" movie available on Amazon Prime. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so follow along on Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and watch what we're watching. Also stay tuned til the end for next week's mystery movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Jan 29, 20201 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 21

MCFC Field Trip - Color Out of Space - Release day

**NO SPOILERS** The gang hit the theater for a release-day viewing of Richard Stanley's Color Out of Space (2019) staring Nicolas Cage. We give our immediate thoughts on the movie, recorded the night of the viewing. Short bonus episode for all our listeners wondering if it's worth the $8 to go see this sci fi flick in theaters.We are joined by special Guest Deanna Navarro Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Jan 23, 202041 minSeason 1Ep. 20

MCFC Episode 20 - The Place Beyond the Pines

The gang ride like lightning this week, as they review The Place Beyond the Pines (2012) A fantastically acted drama of fathers and sons, spanning over 15+ years, with a cast of super stars that were not so well-known at the time. Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes, Mahershela Ali Ray Liotta, Ben Mendhelsohn, Bruce Greenwood, Rose Bryne, and Dane DeHaan. Also get your weekly streaming movie picks, and next week's mystery movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph N...

Jan 22, 20202 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 20

MCFC Episode 19 - Hereditary

The gang lose their heads this week, as they review Ari Aster's Hereditary (2018) Tyler hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as recant the amazing performances and shocking scenes from this elevated horror movie. Bonus mini review from a call-in guest. As usual, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Jan 15, 20202 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 19

MCFC Episode 18 - Escape from New York

The gang gets their 80's action fix this week, as they review John Carpenter's Escape from New York (1991) Tyler hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as we break down the highlights and lowlights of this early 80's classic of action camp. Also, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Jan 08, 20201 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 18

MCFC Episode 17 - Idiocracy

The gang dumbs it down this week, as they review Mike Judge's Idiocracy (2006) Peter hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Listen along for the deep dive review of this painfully relevant comedy that has both very broad, and much more subtle laughs. Also, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Jan 01, 20201 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 17

MCFC Episode 16 - The Blair Witch Project

The gang finds some footage this week, as they review The Blair Witch Project (1999). Tyler hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Listen along for the deep dive review of this scary movie that redefined the genre of found footage horror, and to get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Dec 25, 20191 hr 41 minSeason 1Ep. 16

MCFC Episode 15 - The Bridge on the River Kwai

The gang fall into formation this week, as they review The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957). Pete hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Listen along for the deep dive review of this classic in American Cinema, that won 7 academy awards, and to get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Dec 18, 20191 hr 42 minSeason 1Ep. 15

MCFC Episode 14 - Mister America

The gang get in touch with their inner Heidecker this week, as they review Mister America (2019) featuring Tim Heidecker of Tim and Eric. Tyler hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Listen along for the deep dive review of this mockumentary style feature length film from one of the most unique comedic performers around today, and to get some streaming movie selections from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com...

Dec 11, 20191 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 14

MCFC Episode 13 - A League of Their Own

The gang get wholesome this week, as they review A League of Their Own (1992) directed by Penny Marshall. ) Starring Geena Davis, Lori Petty, Tom Hanks, Madonna and Rosie O'Donnell. This was Pete's wildcard movie, so the 3rd spot on the wheel goes back to Joseph. What will the wheel of destiny choose this week? Listen along to find out, and to get some streaming movie selections from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph...

Dec 04, 20191 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 13

MCFC Episode 12 - The Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans

The gang get their Cage on this week as they review The Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans (2009) directed by Werner Hertzog. This movie was rife with controversy when it debuted, as it was seen as an unauthorized remake or sequel to Bad Lieutenant (1992) by Abel Ferrara, starring Harvey Keitel. Listen as as the guys discuss the movie and the controversy. This was Joseph's wildcard movie, which means he is down to 2 spots on the wheel, and Pete and Tyler have 3 spots. What will the wheel o...

Nov 27, 20191 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 12

MCFC Episode 11 - From Beyond

The gang gets gross this week, as they review From Beyond (1986) Stuart Gordan's follow up to The Re-Animator. Practical effects galore in this 80's sci-fi classic based on the H.P. Lovecraft story. Joseph discusses Jojo Rabbit, The wheel of destiny reveals our next deep dive review, and as always streaming movie selections for this the listeners http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Nov 20, 20191 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 11

MCFC Episode 10 - Stoker

Stoker (2013) is the topic of today's deep dive review. Chan Wook Park, of Old Boy fame, directs this artistic melodrama murder-mystery starring Mia Wasakowska, Mathew Goode, and Nicole Kidman. Streaming picks by all three of the crew, and a new movie is picked by the wheel of destiny http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta...

Nov 13, 20191 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 10

MCFC Episode 9 - George of the Jungle

Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta The guys go deep in their review of the Brendan Fraser classic, George of the Jungle (1997) Joseph and Tyler saw this movie 15+ years ago... have their fond memories lasted through the decades? The gang gives their weekly streaming picks, and spin the Wheel of Destiny for next week’s feature movie. http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com...

Nov 06, 20191 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 9

MCFC Episode 8 - Halloween Special! The Lighthouse (2019) & Top 5 movies to watch at Halloween

Tyler Noe Joseph Navarro and Pete Abeyta HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Middle Class Film Class Halloween Special this week, featuring a spoiler-free review of The Lighthouse, in theaters this week, and the gang each give their Top 5 movies to watch at Halloween. Get in the spooky spirit, and drop us a line to tell us what we missed on our lists. http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com

Oct 30, 20191 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 8
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