Movie

The Count of Monte Cristo (2002)

The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas is one of the most famous revenge stories ever told. This adaptation features Richard Harris, Jim Caviezel, and Guy Pearce. This movie came out in the era of hero-centered adventure movies full of action and good-looking actors. Go on this famous revenge tale with Jim and A.Ron and they walk through the multi-leveled machinations. Déconner et découvrir.

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The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)

From writer/director Martin McDonagh comes Banshees of Inisherin (2022), a deeply sad and wildly hilarious movie about friendship on a remote island. This movie is sometimes referred to as the spiritual successor of In Bruges (2008) as it stars Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell. But is that an accurate statement? Tune in to hear Jim and A.Ron’s thoughts on this well-written and superbly acted film.

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High Fidelity (2000) 

Twenty-some years after first watching it, Jim and A.Ron return to High Fidelity to see how their impressions of the movie have changed. After another one of his relationships fails, Rob Gordon needs to face the consequences of his actions. But is he at all aware of his actions? Dive into this discussion of life, love, and everything that comes with it.

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Badass Fest VI: True Lies (1994)

CHAMPION. CHARISMA. CHARACTER. These are the qualities that make a badass.
In the conclusion to Badass Fest VI, Jim and A.Ron tackle True Lies (1994). This action flick is another collaboration between James Cameron and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Jamie Lee Curtis plays the wife to Arnold’s secret agent character, Harry. The two get wrapped up in bluffs, twists, and truth serum. This $100,000,000 smackdown is a feast for any action fan.

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Some Like It Hot (1959)

Grab your skirt, wig, and saxophone, it’s time for a Hollywood classic! Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon bring the laughs in the well-loved comedy Some Like It Hot. The film was written and directed by Hollywood legend, Billy Wilder. Join Jim and A.Ron as they dive into this glamorous romp of the Golden Age.

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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) – 40th Anniversary

From Steven Spielberg comes a decidedly darker iteration of Indiana Jones. Jim and A.Ron have the behind the scenes stories about stunts, on-set injuries, and casting. Join in on the discussion as your hosts ponder the burning question, What makes a movie feel like an ‘Indiana Jones’ movie? Hold on to your costume, that elephant looks hungry.

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Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)

If Chinatown (1974) were a funny movie, it would be Who Framed Roger Rabbit directed by Robert Zemeckis. Jim and A.Ron chat about the physics of Toontown, Bob Hoskins’ no holds barred performance, and Jim’s level of attraction to Jessica Rabbit. It’s a wild ride through toon humor, governmental corruption, and scenes to traumatize the kids. Yay!

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The Fall Guy (2024)

The Fall Guy show from the 80s gets a modern reincarnation in this David Leitch helmed project. As a man who comes from the stunt world, Leitch did an excellent job of portraying the stunt men and women with life and laughter. It has the action of John Wick and the heart of a romcom. Don’t let “comedy torture” fool you, it’s a good time!

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Off the Clock – Civil War (2024), Fallout, X-Men ‘97

“Off the Clock” is our premium show where we talk about all the TV we’ve been watching in our free time. One episode per month is also dedicated to discussion of topics voted on by our Patreon supporters.

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The Raid 2 (2014)

The Raid 2, directed by Gareth Evans, is a stomach-churning follow up to The Raid: Redemption (2011). Jim and A.Ron chat about their relationship with this franchise and their impressions on this sequel. It features Indonesian martial arts, a great cast, and every single action trope. Viewers are warned that the violence in this film is brutal.

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