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Nov 24, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 26
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Nov 22, 2020•39 min
Topics Discussed: Our newest assassin Eivor and how he compares to our other protagonists Glitches galore! New changes to the way the story unfolds and how quests are given/received The current combat of the series and how that compares to the free-flow counter style of the earlier games The clear decision by Ubisoft to incorporate earlier stealth elements from the franchise Our hopes and dreams for the future of this franchise Links Instagram Twitter Facebook Our Website...
Nov 20, 2020•1 hr 13 min
Topics Discussed: Duel of the Fates Exegul Luke actions in The Last Jedi The overdramatic writing for every character Rey's last name The Death Star duel Leia's death Kylo's vs Vader's redemption The final battle and Rey's lightsaber Links: Movie Wiki Trevorrow's Script Kathleen Kennedy's comments Box Office Numbers Instagram Twitter Facebook Our Website...
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 25
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Nov 15, 2020•34 min
Movies Discussed: Cloud Atlas Dredd The Grey Gattaca The Way Way Back The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Links : Instagram Twitter Facebook Our Website
Nov 10, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 24
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Nov 08, 2020•39 min
Topics Discussed: Original directors being fired Critical Reviews Is hard to buy the stakes for Han and Chewie? Do we need to learn how Han received everything from his last name to his jacket? Han as an Empire soldier Donald Glover's Lando Calrissian The sequence of the Kessel Run Chewbacca and Han Solo's first meeting Darth Maul Links: Roger Ebert Review NY Times Review Movie Wiki Box Office Figures Production Drama Instagram Twitter Facebook Our Website...
Nov 03, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 23
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Nov 01, 2020•38 min
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Oct 31, 2020•16 min
Movies Discussed: The Grudge Saw Evil Dead (2013) Insidious El Orfanato (The Orphanage) Hereditary A Nightmare on Elm Street Halloween Scream The Conjuring It Chapters 1&2 The Shining Links : Instagram Twitter Facebook Our Website...
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 22
Topic Discussed: Movie Facts Cast and Production Critical Reviews Backlash from Fans First Order's Siege of the Resistance Fleet The choreography of the space battles Leia's use of The Force Finn and Rose on Canto Blight Ahch-To Mark Hamill's performance as Luke Skywalker Rey and Kylo's force Relationship The Jedi needing to End Crait The Snoke twist The speeder Battle Kylo and Luke Links Empire Online Review Movie Wiki Roger Ebert Review New York Time Review Vulture Review Fan Backlash Major Fa...
Oct 20, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 21
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Oct 13, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 20
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Oct 11, 2020•1 hr 11 min
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Oct 08, 2020•48 min
This film is stuffed to the brim with fan moments and action alike. It has some of the best visuals, combat, and villains of the entire franchise. It does also try to introduce a ton of new characters who are not given enough time to fully develop and have the audience fully understand their motivations. While there are certainly some flaws, this is still one of the best Star Wars films out there, and the last 30 minutes alone make for an incredibly enjoyable experience. Links: Box Office Figure...
Oct 06, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 19
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Oct 01, 2020•47 min
Welcome to the '50s and '60s rural Ohio where everybody is deeply religious and nothing good ever happens. We hope you enjoy your stay in the towns of Knockemstiff and Coal Creek! Topics Discussed: Movie Facts Casting Production Reception Main Plot Points WW2 and 1950 WW2 Helen and Roy Carl and Sandy 1957 Willard and Arvin’s relationship Charlotte's death 1965 Lenora and Arvin Lenora and Preston Arvin’s murders Preston Carl/Sandy Lee Links: Movie Wiki NY Times Review NPR Review Roger Ebert Revie...
Sep 29, 2020•56 min•Ep. 18
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Sep 24, 2020•53 min
It’s time for Disney’s first shot at the Star Wars franchise. As with this entire trilogy, this film is mixed among fans and critics alike. It’s undoubtedly a good and well-made movie but is it a good Stars Wars movie? Topics discussed: Movie Facts Casting Production George Lucas selling to Disney Reception Box office numbers Critical Reviews Act 1 Kylo’s introduction Fin and Po’s chemistry Rey’s Introduction Han and Chewies Return Act 2 Rey’s vision Kylo’s Father Starkiller Base’s weapon Battle...
Sep 22, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 17
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Sep 17, 2020•43 min
Movie Scores Discussed: The Grand Budapest Hotel Mission Impossible Harry Potter Back to the Future The Social Network Drive Mad Max Fury Road Blade Runner Star Wars The Dark Knight Interstellar Indiana jones Credit Where Needed: The Dark Knight Sample used in this episode is called "Thriller Intro" and was created by Tyops Mad Max Sample used in this episode is called "Mad Max Doof Warrior" and was created by Denorae The Grand Budapest Hotel Sample used in this episode is called "Balalaika Loop...
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 16
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Sep 10, 2020•40 min
We are finally at the movie that we have been building towards throughout the prequels! Anakin’s transformation into Vader will finally be complete. The fate of the galaxy will be forever changed! This is the film that many consider the best of the prequels and some even the best in the franchise. Hear our thoughts on Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Topics discussed: Movie Facts Casting Production Scenes George Lucas decided to leave out Reception Box office numbers Critical Reviews ...
Sep 08, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 15
Games Discussed: God of War Assassins Creed Odyssey Red Dead Redemption 2 Batman Arkham Knight The Last of Us Part II What Remains of Edith Finch Metro Exodus Final Fantasy 7 Remake The Withcer 3: Wild Hunt Life is Strange Links Instagram Twitter Facebook Our Website...
Sep 01, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 14
Unfortunately, this week's Star Wars movie is the one we’ve been collectively dreading to watch. Luckily there are some truly iconic (terrible) scenes and quotes we can all laugh and poke fun at! Gather around for Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. Topics discussed: Movie Facts Casting Hayden Christensen's Anakin Skywalker Cristopher Lee’s Count Dooku Production New writer Jonathan Hales Critical Reception Act 1 Assassination Plot and obi investigating the poison dart Kamino and Jango F...
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 13
How could we not do an episode on all the news coming out of DC this week! Topic discussed: Ben Affleck returning as batman for The Flash movie The Flash panel and Michael Keaton Wonder Woman 1984 trailer Gotham Knights The Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League The Suicide Squad movie footage Aquaman 2 Shazam 2 Back Adam SnyderCut Footage The Batman trailer Links: Wonder Woman Trailer Gotham Knights Trailer Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Trailer Suicide Squad Movie Footage SnyderCut Tra...
Aug 23, 2020•55 min
If you ever wanted to hear 3 people with no science backgrounds whatsoever discuss complex ideas about our galaxy then this is the episode for you! Topics discussed: Black Holes and Wormholes Simulation theory The Dark Forest Theory The Closest Earth-Like Planets The Black Knight Satellite Conspiracy Theory The Andromeda Galaxy Links: What is a Black Hole? Black Hole's FAQ Difference Between Black Holes and Wormholes What is Simulation Theory? Reasons We Might In a Simulation Dark Forest Theory ...
Aug 18, 2020•58 min•Ep. 12
It's prequel time baby! Our Star Wars train rolls on with Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. Pod Racing action abounds in this week's conversation. Keep on reading for an overview of this week's conversation. Topics Discussed: Movie Facts Casting A wild Kiera Knightly appears Production stories Lucas canceling plans for a sequel trilogy, and instead starting work on the prequels Critical reception Act 1 The politics of the Galactic Republic Liam Neeson’s performance as Qui-Gon Jinn Jar Jar Binks and...
Aug 11, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 11
Mark Hamill clearly has not been enjoying our ongoing Star Wars series! He's trapped us in a time-loop, and all we can do is talk about the new time-loop themed movie Plam Springs! Topics discussed: Sundance debut and Hulu acquisition Cast and individual performances How does this story compare to other time-loop movies? Our individual Likes/Dislikes of this film Does the movie land the ending? Links: Our Website Instagram Twitter Facebook...
Aug 04, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 10