Grab the tissues, it's time for Jake Hensler, Nate Lungarini, and Andrew Auger to take a look at new sob story Wonder on this week's episode of The Middle Seats podcast. In addition to covering the breakout feel-good movie of the holiday season, the Middle Seats crew looks at the he Avengers: Infinity War Trailer and the potential Tarantino / Star Trek project. All that, and more! Join us! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Misleading Marketing) - 3:05 News (Avengers 3 Trailer, Taratino / Star Trek, and Dis...
Dec 06, 2017•1 hr 8 min
After the critical acclaim of Coco, The Middles Seats decided to jump into another Disney adventure that explores a different part of the world. On this edition of Freeze Frame, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini talk about Aladdin, and all the characters, music, and fun that comes with it. WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 13:17
Dec 02, 2017•19 min
The Middle Seats Podcast tunes their guitars and tries to sing along with PIXAR's latest original film, Coco! On this episode, Jake Hensler, Andrew Auger and Nate Lungarini tackle how Disney and Pixar have handled minorities in their films. In addition, look for heated discussion about the future of Marvel, Avatar, and the Golden Globes. It's going to be a spicy episode! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Minority Representation in Disney FIlms) - 3:36 News (Marvel Movie Plans, Avatar Sequels, and Get Out /...
Nov 29, 2017•1 hr 12 min
Sit back on this Thanksgiving weekend and listen to the tale of 3 brave critics who went up against one of the most polarizing directors of the 21st century. On this edition of Freeze Frame, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini venture into the slow-motion fantasy of Zack Snyder's 300. Take a listen! WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 10:05
Nov 26, 2017•16 min
The Middle Seats Podcast stands for truth, justice and the film critic way! On this episode, Jake Hensler, Andrew Auger and Nate Lungarini flex their super-heroic cinematic muscle and review DC team-up blockbuster Justice League, get amped over two anticipated superhero films coming in 2018, and question how a movie with a 95 million dollar opening could still be a massive disappointment. Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Warner Bros. and the DCEU) - 2:13 News (Deadpool 2, Incredibles 2, Tarantino's upcomi...
Nov 22, 2017•1 hr 18 min
On this week's Freeze Frame, The Middle Seats will be taking a look at one of the biggest breakout television shows, Stranger Things! Season 2 of the hit 80's sci-fi nostalgia trip premiered on Netflix late October, and the boys have all caught up. WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review. Spoiler-free ratings at 26:46
Nov 18, 2017•30 min
All aboard this week's episode of The Middle Seats Podcast! This week, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini review Agatha Christie adaptation Murder On the Orient Express, talk about their pre and post movie rituals, and ask if a new Lord of the Rings show is a good idea. Check it out! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (How much do you know before a movie) - 2:39 News (Spacey recasted, New Star Wars trilogy, Lord of the Rings TV Series) - 14:44 Murder on the Orient Express Review - 35:51 Ratings - ...
Nov 15, 2017•1 hr 9 min
It's time for a new kind of Freeze Frame! In the spirit of Thor Ragnarok's success, The Middle Seats will be discussing which Marvel superhero is the strongest. In a twist though, Jake, Nate and Andrew will be taking these 15 heroes in a survival-of-the-fittest battle royale. Which character has the brains, brawn, and skill to outlast their former allies? The Competetion will be split up into 3 waves of five heroes a piece. Wave 1 (Capt. America, Vision, Thor, Quicksilver, Black Panther) 2:35 Wa...
Nov 12, 2017•20 min
It's hammer time on this week's super-powered episode of The Middle Seats Podcast! This week, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini review the new MCU blockbuster Thor: Ragnarok, geek out about their favorite superhero weapons and accessories, plus ponder the possibilities that could come from the potential Disney-Fox merger. Take a seat and listen! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Super Hero Gear) - 2:06 News (Kevin Spacey, Fox and Disney Merge, and Lion King Cast) - 8:01 Thor Ragnarok Review - 3...
Nov 08, 2017•1 hr 11 min
Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film of the past. Taking a look at old Hollywood class, the boys review Ocean's Eleven which stars George Clooney and Brad Pitt at their height of stardom. Is this heist film a bad hand or a real jackpot? Check it out! WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 12:10
Nov 05, 2017•15 min
There goes the neighborhood, and here comes this week episode of The Middle Seats podcast! This week, Jake Hensler, Andrew Auger, and Nate Lungarini review the George Clooney-directed Suburbicon, debate who they think is the best actor working today, and talks about the pros and cons of theaters taking up dynamic pricing. Check it out! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Best Current Actor) - 4:00 News (Regal Ticket Prices, Shazam Casting, Bond Dropping C Waltz) - 16:35 Suburbicon Review - 32:46 Ratings - 44...
Nov 01, 2017•1 hr
Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film of the past. In honor of the release of Geostorm, it's a literal freeze this time around, as the boys brace the cold of Roland Emmerich's disaster blockbuster The Day After Tomorrow. Where does this one stand in the pantheon of cheesey disaster movies? Check it out! WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review S...
Oct 29, 2017•15 min
Break out those raincoats and umbrellas because The Middle Seats podcast is about to rain down some great movie discussion on you! On this week's episode, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler, and Nate Lungarini review the Gerard Butler’s new disaster movie Geostorm, talk about movies they’d defend to the grave no matter what, plus predict what costumes will be popular this Halloween. Take a seat and listen! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (“Rose Glasses” Movies; What film will you defend despite any flaws?) - 3:01...
Oct 25, 2017•59 min
Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film from the past. To celebrate the month of horror with Halloween, the guys check out a contemporary horror drama classic with M. Night Shyamalan’s The Sixth Sense. Is it as good as everyone says it is, or are the critics just seeing dead people? Check it out! WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Oct 22, 2017•16 min
On this week's spooky episode of The Middle Seats podcast, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler, and Nate Lungarini review the new horror comedy Happy Death Day, talk about two very different trailers for 2018 Marvel movies, and bitch about their least favorite horror movie cliches. Take a seat and listen! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (What are the Worst Horror Movie Cliches) - 3:11 News (Sylvester Stallone to Direct Creed 2, Black Panther Trailer #2 , New Mutants Trailer) - 13:24 Review of Happy Death Day - 30:...
Oct 18, 2017•1 hr 6 min
Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats and check out FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film from the past. In honor of the release of Blade Runner 2049, Nate Jake and Andrew debate the merits of the original Ridley Scott supposed classic. Which version you might ask? Take a listen! WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Oct 14, 2017•16 min
The Middle Seats Podcast is off and running! It’s officially episode 3, and it’s a big one. This week on The Middle Seats, Nate, Jake and Andrew review the long-awaited sci-fi sequel Blade Runner 2049, discuss the exciting new trailers for Justice League and Star Wars: the Last Jedi, as well as the controversial scandal dominating Hollywood with Harvey Weinstein. Plus, they discuss the drunken escapades of their weekend and answer an important question about movie theater behavior. Take a listen...
Oct 10, 2017•1 hr 17 min
Welcome to the first edition of Freeze Frame, our new mini show where the Middle Seats crew briefly look back and discuss a film from the past. Following the recent release of American Made, Nate Lungarini, Andrew Auger and Jake Hensler review the previous collaboration between Tom Cruise and director Doug Liman in 2014's Edge of Tomorrow. Take a listen!
Oct 05, 2017•14 min
The Middle Seats is the best seat in the house for all things movies and entertainment! On this episode, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler, and Nate Lungarini review the Tom Cruise true life drama "American Made," talk about their favorite film scores, and discuss the latest collaboration between Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese. Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Best movie scores) - 2:56 News (DiCaprio/Scorsese to make Teddy Roosevelt biopic, Men in Black reboot set for 2019, Annihilation trailer) - 17:23 A...
Oct 03, 2017•1 hr 12 min
Welcome to The Middle Seats podcast, the best seat in the house for all things movies and entertainment! On this episode, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler, and Nate Lungarini review Kingsman: The Golden Circle, talk about unconventional films, and discuss the surprising addition to the Fast & Furious franchise . Take a listen! Timecodes: Lobby Talk (Mother! and subjective films) - 2:52 News (Fast & Furious Live Performances, Vaughn's Wolverine Prequel, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle Trailer)- ...
Sep 26, 2017•1 hr 11 min
