Eric and Alex discuss if Uprising does anything surprising. Does Alex's opinion on the film change? Or is this the equivalent of a Kaiju with mange? We also discuss what works better in this film than the original.
Eric and Alex cover Pacific Rim, is the world focused or off on a whim? We also discuss if the characters are fleshed out, and if the action makes us shout. Was the films world believable or was it unachievable? Plus the best Gwendar yet.
Do Alex and Eric gorge on this movie because they love George. Are the characters so good that our lips are smacking, or were they just completely lacking. Is The Rock a wet sock worthy of a mock? Or should we take stock and enjoy him cleaning Lizzie's clock.
Eric and Alex wrap up King Kong with a Punch Out. Our final rating and rankings are sure to make some pout. Which big ape film stands tall above them all? And which ones fell into typical pitfalls?
Eric and Alex discuss the final Kong film before Godzilla Vs. Kong. Does Skull Island make a case for Team Kong, or does this monkey fizzle instead of sizzle? Plus we discuss if this film really has shallow characters, and if we like Kong better alive or dead at the end of these films.
Eric and Alex discuss if this Kong by Peter Jackson relies too much on action, or does it leave us with satisfaction? This Kong is definitely strong, but is the film overlong? Does Jack Black need to be sacked, or is this his best act?
Is The Mighty Kong a bomb, or does it pass with aplomb. Ok, lets be real, its a bomb. Eric and Alex second guess their entire existence after this film, and apologize to their listeners if they watched this film.
Does King Kong make the most out of returning from the dead? Or does this film belong in the ground instead? Was Kong the only one that lost his heart, or did the film lose it too?
Does the first remake of the franchise turn off the guys? Or does this remake of Kong put us into song. Plus Eric and Alex discuss if Jessica Lange's acting is bad or good or who the heck knows. Also, is this finale better than the original?
Eric and Alex return to Toho with King Kong Escapes. Will Kong get out of it wish just a few scrapes? Is the action a step back from the previous 3 Kong films? Are there any characters that are gems? Plus, a short what we got wrong!
Eric and Alex tackle the smaller of two Kongs in Son Of Kong. What happens when Denham is given a second chance? Does the film have any sort of tonal balance. Is Son of Kong the real inspiration of the frachise? Or is it just not jive? Plus the Gwendar returns!
Eric and Alex discuss King Kong the giant ape. Did the film make the hair stand on our nape? Or was it such a bore that it caused us to snore? Are the effects something to applaud, or did it just make us say "oh lawd".
Eric and Alex delve into a new first for MvM... Comics. This time we review Marvels King of the Monsters Comic. Did we find it to be hard to stomach? Or was this comic atomic? Plus a monsterpiece theater!
Eric and Alex dive into what is most definitely the most monsterous of monster movies. Arnold, Turbo Man, Booster, and Dementor? All in one movie? Plus we discuss, how many felonies can Howard commit in one film?
Eric and Alex do something bold, and watch Krampus try to steal your soul. Its a spooky and funny good time, and well that's it for the lame rhymes. Eric and Alex may be split on the movies tone, but its fun to see the loops these characters are thrown.
It's here! Will this Takedown make you frown? Who will we determine wears the crown? Or maybe our opinions are a little brown. Eric and Alex also have a surprise for the Christmas Season!
Eric and Alex discuss why and if this movie is a monster film, why Jimmy is the hero we desrve, and if the pacing is under served. Plus does the Goten stand a chance against a Roman inspired alien? Or a alien inspired Roman?
Eric and Alex discuss all things giant fireball, walrus, and short film in this episode. Why is the fir 10 minutes of the film perfect? Why is there a kaiju in this film? Is turning the Earth into a rocket a good idea? Plus the Theometer joins!
Eric and Alex eject into the Stratosphere with Battle in Outer Space! Does Eric hate sci-fi? If so, what is wrong with Eric? Also, we discuss if this a monster movie or not. Plus the return of Monsterpiece Theater!
Eric and Alex discuss forgetting that a monster was even in this movie, despite our podcast name, and if this was the original beam battle that inspired the Heisei Era. Also we talk about the Mysterians plan and if it makes any sense. Plus, the return of the Theometer.
Surprise! ****Spoiler Warning for SSSS Gridman**** An audible was called and Eric and Alex decided to replace the recap by asking Bryce (Professor Kaiju) to join us and talk about SSSS Gridman. We talk about if a god can be changed by its creation, and what Gridmans impact on Akane's world may have looked like.
Here we are at Atragon, and it's coming at ya mon. The final film of our Toho G-Adjacent series! Is Atragon original? Or do its themes fizzle? Plus we tease a recap episode next week, but we aren't doing that anymore. So stay tuned for a surprise.
Eric and Alex tackle the giant Motha, and wonder, why doesn't it's larvae always look this good? Is Fukuda Toho's Batman? Or maybe their Daniel Day Lewis? Plus, the return of the Gwendar!
Does Varan test Eric and Alex in ways they never have been before? Or does this movie avoid the bore and surprise with high awards? Or maybe it's jut plain bad with almost nothing rad. Plus, the return of the Theometer!
Eric and Alex have finally moved on. Away from Godzilla and Gamera, and onto a new series! This one covering Toho's other big monsters! First up Rodan! Does it make us say, oh man, or do we both give it a pan? Plus our guest Raffael Coronelli joins us to discuss his new book and for our awards. You can buy his book here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08GXXX8KC
All good things must come to an end. Eric and Alex say goodbye to the Gamera. Our final overall rankings are dished out in the only way MVM knows how. Alex struggles with his rhymes and Eric reveals our next series!
Howdy ya'll. Welcome to the Gamera Heisei Hoedown. Alex and his pardner Eric take a look back at the era and determine the best moments and once and for all, what the best Heisei Gamera film is. Join us for a little boot scootin' on Monsters Vs Men!
Does the final film of the Gamera series end on a high note or sink low? Did we like Zedus or did he make the film sink low? Plus the Theometer returns!
Alex and Eric wrap the Gamera Heisei Trilogy, and one year of Monsters Vs Men in spectacular fashion, by having a bunch of awesome guest talk about one of the greatest trilogies in cinema. Chris Stewardson, Lisa Naffziger, Fae from Godzilla Roundtable, and Michael the Kaiju Groupie, all join to discuss their feelings on the films and give out their awards.
Do Eric and Alex agree, that Gamera 3, might be to best of the trilogy? Is Iris mean and a good fiend? Is Gamera really the absolute Guardian? Or should he retire and wear a cardigan? Plus, Steve Ryfle joins to discuss the Gamera series, and helps us with our awards.
