Join us for a MBP Double Feature! We’re talking all things GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE before diving into ROAD HOIUSE on the heels of its world premiere at the 2024 SXSW Flim Festival. Now that they are both released, what did you think of these films? Be sure to also say hello and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Enjoy! TIME INDEX 4:13 - Review: GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE 18:33 - Spoilers: GHOSTBUSTERS FROZEN EMPIRE 29:52 - Review: ROAD HOUSE 47:08 - Spoilers: ROAD HOUSE Listen to mo...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 7 min
This episode covers the Part 1 of our SXSW Film 2024 coverage! This week we'll talk about the festival in general and our experience attending. We'll also chat about some big name films coming your way soon as well as some smaller films hoping to be picked up and distributed over the next year or two. Enjoy the show and be sure to leave a comment or hello in the comments! ...and check back for Part 2 (and maybe Part 3)! TIME INDEX 4:57 - SXSW 2024 Experience Recap and film disussions (spoiler-fr...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 29 min
TIME INDEX 0:00 - Intros and SXSW Film Festival Preview 5:54 - 500th Episode Recognition 11:28 - Review: DUNE: PART TWO 43:14: Spoilers!: DUNE: PART TWO 1:11:20 - Butt…Plugs: The Dune:Part Two Dune Fucket; THE TASTE OF THINGS (in theaters); SPACEMAN (on Netflix); AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER (new live-action series on Netflix) Listen to more of our movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Or, you can watch videos of our sho...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 32 min
Who needs the Oscars when you've got The MBP Awards? Join us this week as we hand out our own home-cooked superlatives for from some of the best films of 2023! With awards like "Best 'Hell Yeah!' Moment" and "Hottest Screen Moment," our award show is obviously much more prestigious than those Academy Awards could ever be! Enjoy the show and be sure to award your *own* superlatives in the comments! Our Categories: Biggest Shocker Best Surprise Performance Most Likely to get a Rewatch Biggest Tear...
Mar 03, 2024•1 hr 38 min
On this episode we review ARGYLLE, the new globe-trotting spy thriller/dramaedy from director Matthew Vaughn. With many of Vaughn's 'Kingsman' sensibilities on high display, does this film live up to its mediocre box office reception? Listen in to hear our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 7:42 - Review: ARGYLLE 23:25 - Spoilers: ARGYLLE 45:00 - But, plugs.....THE GREATEST NIGHT IN POP (on Netflix); RUSTIN (on Netflix); AUSTRALIAN SURVIVOR (TV show -...
Feb 10, 2024•1 hr 4 min
On this episode, listen to our review of Andrew Haigh's ALL OF US STRANGERS. As queer cinema goes, do we think this one is a must-see? Or a total whiff? Tune in to hear our thoughts on the movie and our 3 selected "plugs" that are all on Netflix! Please also share your thoughts in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 6:58 - Review: ALL OF US STRANGERS 24:16 - Spoilers: ALL OF US STRANGERS 1:06:40 - NYAD (on Netflix); NUOVO OLIMPO (on Netflix); MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: REVOLUTION (animated se...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 25 min
Here it is...Our countdown of the best movies of the year. On this special episode we're counting down our TOP 10 FILMS OF 2023! We'll each go down our lists from 10 to 1 and touch on some honorable mentions as well. We'll also be sharing some listener lists and some picks from the live chat. If you're looking for movie recommendations, this is one episode you don't want to miss! Listen to more of our movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, or wherever yo...
Jan 30, 2024•2 hr 18 min
Happy New Year! These bears are back after the holiday break with a full review of THE IRON CLAW inspired by the tragic true story of the Von Erichs, a family of wrestlers many consider to be pro wresting royalty. We also play catch-up with some films we saw during the break that we want to tell you about. Enjoy the show and don't forget to say hello or share your thoughts in the comments! TIME INDEX 6:58 - Review: THE IRON CLAW 30:51 - Spoilers: THE IRON CLAW HOLIDAY CATCH-UP 48:50 - SALTBURN (...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 28 min
On this episode we're celebrating 11 years! of MBP with a review of WONKA! What did you think of this whimsical prequel? Was it charming, cringe-inducing, or just plain wonky? Slide into our comments to share your thoughts. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 10:23 - Review: WONKA 36:22 - Spoilers: WONKA 55:05 - Butt, Plugs!: THE MISSION (documentary on Hulu); POOR THINGS(in theaters), ROME (series on Netflix) Listen to more of our movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, S...
Dec 22, 2023•1 hr 15 min
On this episode we celebrate some wonderful new Japanese cinema with not one, but TWO new film reviews: GODZILLA MINUS ONE and THE BOY AND THE HERON. Both films are getting a ton of buzz but do they live up to the hype? Give a listen to hear our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments so we can read them on the next episode. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 8:44 - Review: GODZILLA MINUS ONE 28:23 - Spoilers: GODZILLA MINUS ONE 54:11 - Review: THE BOY AND THE HERON (no spoilers) Listen to m...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 26 min
It's all out war as Napoleon and future-President Snow collide in this double-feature episode of MBP! We're reviewing both NAPOLEON and THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS & SNAKES, with the aim of figuring out which movie fleshed out its future villain best. What did you think of these films? Be sure to let us know your thoughts in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 4:33 - Review: NAPOLEON 21:41 - Spoilers: NAPOLEON 35:35 - Review: THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS &...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Hairier, FURther, Fatter! On this episode, the boys of MBP tackle Marvel Studios' newest entry in their super hero pantheon of films: THE MARVELS! This one's gotten mixed critical and audience reviews but where do the Movie Bears come down? Have a listen to hear our thoughts and be sure to tell us yours in the comments! Enjoy the show. TIME INDEX 6:16 - Review: THE MARVELS 22:54 - Spoiler Discussion: THE MARVELS 49:11 - BUT... Plugs: THE PEOPLES JOKER (at festivals); THE HOLDOVERS (in theaters);...
Dec 02, 2023•1 hr 18 min
On this episode we're celebrating spooky season with a review of FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S! Does this popular video game successfully make the jump to the silver screen? Or does it join the growing heap of unsuccessful video game to movie adaptations? Listen in to hear our thoughts and, of course, be sure to share yours in the comments! Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 3:04 - Review: FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S 34:22 - Spolier Discussion: FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S 1:04:38 - But...Plugs!: WHEN EVIL LURKS (stre...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 21 min
On this episode, we review Martin Scorsese's newest epic film: KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON 'Killers of the Flower Moon.' Is this one a mess or masterpiece? Or perhaps something in-between? Listen hear our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments. Also havd a quick listen to our But...Plugs section for some other stuff you won't want to miss. Enjoy the show. TIME INDEX: 2:24 - Review: KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON 26:14 - Spoiler Discussion: KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON 49:49 - But...Plugs: ...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 6 min
On this episode we kick off spooky season with a review of THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER! We also discuss the new-in-the-US Max reality game-show phenomenon that is NAKED ATTRACTION. Enjoy the show and be sure to leave something in comments. TIME INDEX 4:11 - Review: NAKED ATTRACTION 26:00 - Review: THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER 40:28 - Spoiler Talk: THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Listen to more of our movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. ...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 5 min
On this episode, we've got a double feature, reviewing both SAW X and 'THE CREATOR! What did you think of these films? Or were you put off by their marketing? Let us know your thoughts in the comments, or listen in LIVE and share your comments on our next episide. Enjoy the show. TIME INDEX 5:02 - Review: SAW X 23:59 - Spoiler Talk: SAW X 36:27 - Review: THE CREATOR 54:26 - Spoiler Talk: THE CREATOR Listen to more of our movie reviews and special episodes for FREE! on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Spo...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Inspector Hercule Poirot is back in A HAUNTING IN VENICE, this newest installment of Kenneth Brannaugh's Agatha Christie adaptions. Did the good Inspector finally meet his match with the latest mystery before him? Tune in to hear our thoughts and enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 6:36 - Review: A HAUNTING IN VENICE 29:43 - Spoiler Talk: A HAUNTING IN VENICE 48:44 - But... Plugs: BALDUR'S GATE 3 (video game); THE LAST RIDER (documentary, VOD rental); THE HUNGER GAMES (movie franchise, VOD/itunes rental)...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 7 min
We're celebrating the 20 year anniversary of OLDBOY with a review of this infamous Korean revenge film. Twenty years later, does this one still hold up? Have a listen to our take on this classic film and let us know your thoughts in the comments! We also serve up some plugs (stuff we're watching) that you won't want to miss. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 4:01 - Review: OLDBOY 24:11 - Spoiler Discussion: OLDBOY 42:13 - But,...Plugs!: TELEMARKETERS (Doc series on MAX); I SAW THE DEVIL (streaming on A...
Sep 01, 2023•56 min
On this episode we're reviewing BLUE BEETLE, the newest offering from the DCEU that's got a lotta folks talking. While the film has a questionable place in the upcoming DCU reboot, Jaime Reyes has definitely made his entrance as a bug-themed hero with some serious alien weaponry at his disposal. What did you think of this one? Or are you on the fence about seeing it? Have a fun listen to our thoughts and share yours in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 6:31 - Review: BLUE BEETLE 32:02 - S...
Aug 29, 2023•1 hr 16 min
On this episode we return to the oceanic depths with a review of MEG 2: THE TRENCH! Did this one surpass its stupidly-fun predecessor? Or did it miss the mark on what made the first one so fun? Have a listen to hear our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 4:17 - Review: MEG 2: THE TRENCH 22:35 - Spoiler Discussion: MEG 2: THE TRENCH 43:40 - ...But, Plugs: OLD BOY (in theaters); AFTER THE BITE (Documentary on MAX); Commemeraative Ken Doll Listen to more...
Aug 19, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Cowabunga dudes! Get your skateboards, ninja weapons, and a whole lotta pizza ready 'cuz on this episode, we're talking TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM! How does this new take on the Turtles compare to all before it? Did Seth Rogen and crew manage to improve on the original? We'll dive into this and more with a little help from you. Be sure to chime in with your thoughts in comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX: 3:13 - Review: TMNT: MUTANT MAYHEM 25:16 - Spoiler Discussion: TMNT: MUTA...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Horror movies never really get enough love, especially this far before "spooky season". But on this episode, we're doing our part! We're reviewing both Disney's new HAUNTED MANSION as well as TALK TO ME, a gritty supernatural horror-thriller straight out this year's SXSW Film Festival. We share our thoughts on these films for you. Be sure to be part of the discussion in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 3:37 - Review: Disney's HAUNTED MANSION 21:21 - Spoiler Discussion: Disney's HAUNTED M...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 8 min
On this stuffed episode, two worlds explosively collide for an MBP double feature! This week we're reviewing both BARBIE and OPPENHEIMER. Are these movie worthy of the crazy hype they've been getting? Have a listen to hear our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments. Enjoy the show! #Barbie #Oppenheimer TIME INDEX 5:03 - Review: BARBIE 23:58 - Spoiler Discussion: BARBIE 50:35 - Review: OPPENHEIMER 1:11:35 - Spoiler Discussion: OPPENHEIMER Listen to more of our movie reviews and speci...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 39 min
Your mission -- should you choose to accept it -- is to join us for our review of the newest 'Mission: Impossible' flick! The first of a two-part franchise-ender(?), this film sets ALL the things in motion: but is the magic that mainstays the 'Mission Impossible' movies lost in translation? Have a listen to our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments! Enjoy the show. TIME INDEX 6:40 - Review: MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING PART ONE 23:13 - Spoiler Discussion: MISSION: IMPOSSIBL...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 6 min
On this episode, get ready for some globe-hopping, whip-cracking, artifact-finding fun with our review of INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY. Have a listen to our thoughts on Indy's newest outing and be sure to share your own in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 5:21 - Review: INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY 27:49 - Spoiler Discussion: INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY 55:10 - but,...Plugs: NIMONA (Netflix); CLOSE (Paramount+, AppleTV+); THE WITCHER - season 3 (Netflix) Liste...
Jul 09, 2023•1 hr 9 min
On this episode we're closing out PRIDE MONTH 2023 with our review of IN FROM THE SIDE, the new gay rugby relationship drama that's finally available on streaming! Beefy guys, secret romance, and the struggle of being your authentic self all collide in this new drama. If you've seen it, we'd love to hear your thoughts! And if you haven't, that's OK, as we're happy to share our non-spoilery musings to help you decide if you want to see it or not. Enjoy the show and Happy Pride! TIME INDEX 7:14 - ...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Run, Beary, RUN! This week we catch up to THE FLASH, the newest super-hero movie offering within the DCEU. Does this one run away with awesomeness? Or crash headfirst into a wall without phasing? Bad Dad jokes aside, we're gonna weigh in with our thoughts. Be sure to let us know what you thought of 'The Flash' in the post-show comments. Enjoy! TIME INDEX 5:28 - Review: THE FLASH 30:20 - Spoiler Discussion: THE FLASH 1:02:46 - ...but, Plugs: Wes Anderson's ASTEROID CITY (in theaters); THE BOOGEYM...
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Auto-Bears, transform and roll out!! This week we review the latest film in the rebooted(?), post-BUMBLEBEE (2018), Transformers continuity - TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS! How did this one land for you? Or are you on the fence after Michael Bay hurt you for so long? Take a quick listen to hear our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 2:44 - Review: TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS 28:44 - Spoiler Discussion: TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS 50:26 - ...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Thwip thwip! Time to shoot our webs as we swing into our review of SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE'. Some are calling this second entry in the Spider-Verse trilogy a masterpiece. So what do we think? Engage your Spidey-senses and have a listen to our thoughts and be sure to share yours in the comments! Enjoy the show. TIME INDEX: 4:33 - Review: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE 25:57 - Spoilers: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE 48:18 - Plugs: REALITY (HBO Max); HOW TO BLOW UP A PIPELINE...
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 7 min
On this episode, the bears are back with a review of Disney's new live action version of THE LITTLE MERMAID. Does this version sink or swim? Tune in to hear our thoughts and also some of our listeners' comments! We also discuss enjoying movies at drive-ins, which are -- sadly -- becoming evermore extinct. Enjoy the show! TIME INDEX 0:00 - Intros 3:14 - Let's all go to the Drive-In! 18:44 - Review: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID 43:38 - Spoilers: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Listen to more of our mov...
Jun 03, 2023•1 hr 12 min
