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Make Me Watch ItEpisode 44: "Wes Anderson's DuckTales" - How to Train Your Dragon 2025 / Baahubali 10th AnniversaryThe Brendans are in Live-Action Remake Town as Agnew talks taking the kiddo the the new How to Train Your Dragon and both Foley and Agnew celebrate the 10th anniversary of S.S. Rajamouli's epic Baahubali (which isn't actually a remake of The Lion King, but kinda is). We also talk the new Wes Anderson caper, the new animated Predator: Killer of Killers, and watching Friday the 13th on Jason's Birthday.Our Opening/Closing Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RAhttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hopeYou...2025-06-182h 18
Matinee HeroesThe ConversationTHE CONVERSATION
A meticulous surveillance expert begins to unravel when a routine wiretap reveals a conversation he doesn’t fully understand—but can’t ignore. As his paranoia grows, he’s forced to question what’s real, what’s hidden, and whether he’s complicit in something far darker than he imagined.
Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew talk about paranoia, Christmas cookies, clogged toilets and the movie “The Conversation” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!!
Show Notes
0:51
Craig, Elisabeth and Brendan Agnew introduce June Hackman month by discovering which Gene Hackman movies are Brendan's favorites.
11:38
Craig, Elisabeth and Brendan discuss "The Convers...2025-06-071h 26
Matinee HeroesThe ConversationTHE CONVERSATION A meticulous surveillance expert begins to unravel when a routine wiretap reveals a conversation he doesn’t fully understand—but can’t ignore. As his paranoia grows, he’s forced to question what’s real, what’s hidden, and whether he’s complicit in something far darker than he imagined. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew talk about paranoia, Christmas cookies, clogged toilets and the movie “The Conversation” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes 0:51 Craig, Elisabeth and Brendan Agnew introduce June Hackman month by discovering which Gene Hackman movies are B...2025-06-071h 26
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 43: "Candelabra Face" - Lilo & Stitch / Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 2, The Final ReckoningThe Brendans choose to accept the mission of chatting everything from the original Star Wars Trilogy to 1980's Ninjasploitation cinema, the live-action Lilo & Stitch remake, and the big finale (?) of the Mission: Impossible series. There's also talk of some new spooky trailers, debates on the merits of the original Karate Kid, and why Jason Mantzoukas is magic on Taskmaster.Our Opening/Closing Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RAhttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hopeYou can follow Foley on Bluesky and/or read his work on Cinapse, and you can follow Agnew on Letterboxd, Bl2025-06-032h 28
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 42: "Polar Bear in Spandex" - Thunderbolts & Last Bullet / Final Destination: BloodlinesThe Brendans bring special guest Austin Wilden back to talk old blood and new superheroes with a big ol' meal on Marvel's Thunderbolts*, the Lost Bullet films (especially the trilogy-concluding Last Bullet) and why they're delightful. We also take a detour into Horror Town with a discussion on breakout franchise revival Final Destination: Bloodlines in between dropping hot takes on everything from the new Superman trailer to Andor to Mission: Impossible.Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RAhttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hopeListen to...2025-05-222h 23
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 41: "Sinning and Winning" - Ganja & Hess / SinnersThe Brendans are joined by yet another legendary guest for a very special show on one of the best releaes of the year. Producer Max of the "Action For Everyone" podcast joins us to talk about Ryan Coogler's new pop art masterpiece Sinners along with its place in the history of black vampire movies alongside works like Ganja & Hess. We also talk exciting new Predator stuff, introducing loved ones to spooky movies, and why you should never trust the Irish.Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RAhttps...2025-04-282h 34
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 40: "For the Love of the Bit" - Top Secret / SpartanThe Brendans commemorate the late, great Val Kilmer with - among a broader retrospective - a look at his first starring role in 1984's Zucker/Abrams/Zucker comedy Top Secret and 2004's (yes, Agnew - it's 2004) Spartan. We also talk Predator stuff, dinosaur stuff, Marvel trailers, video game malarkey, and even offer a taste of our excitement for Ryan Coogler's upcoming Sinners.Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RAhttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hopeYou can follow Foley on Bluesky and/or read his work on Cinapse, and you can...2025-04-202h 27
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 39: "Get Your Ass to Mars and Fight the Devil" - Catchup & Vidya GamesWell, A Minecraft Movie is just around the corner, so the Brendans chew over the past 20-plus years of video game movie adaptations - what works, what doesn't, why some films like As Above, So Below and Prey seems to crack the "feel" in spite of being otherwise unrelated, and if TV is the smarter way to go.We also do a lot of catchup, from the cast announcement for Avengers: Doomsday to Netflix's The Residence, and wandering the wilds of Picnic at Hanging Rock to the taut sensuality of Black Bag.Our Opening Music...2025-04-032h 20
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 38: "Dennis Vanilla Ice" Presents The Best of the 2020's So FarThe Brendans are joined for a giant-size episode by the inimitable Lindsay Wilkins of the Schlock and Awe podcast to sift through our favorite movies of the (now half-over) decade. We also chat why 2024's The Count of Monte Cristo is both a great Mission: Impossibe and Batman movie, the merits of subtext (or lack thereof) in Mickey 17, and why you should go see The Day the Earth Blew Up asap.Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RAhttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hopeLindsay is...2025-03-183h 23
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 37: "Murdered By Pirates is Good." - Captain Blood / The Pirates / The Princess BrideFor March Madness, the Brendans team up with our crew at Cinapse to celebrate possibly our favorite sub-genre - the romantic swashbuckling adventure! Here we have a three-course feast of options, from 1935's Captain Blood, 2014's The Pirates, and - one of the best to ever do it - 1987's The Princess Bride. We also pay respects to departed actors Michelle Trachtenberg and Gene Hackman, ponder what's to become of Bond under Bezos's guiding hand, and the shocking "redesign" of Shrek and Donkey.Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA2025-03-052h 31
Matinee HeroesThe NorthmanTHE NORTHMAN
Prince Amleth is on the verge of becoming a man when his father is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy's mother. Two decades later, Amleth is now a Viking who raids Slavic villages. He soon meets a seeress who reminds him of his vow -- save his mother, kill his uncle, avenge his father.
Craig and Elisabeth are joined by Paul Hitchcock and Brendan Agnew to talk Berserkers, betrayal, naked swordfights and the movie “The Northman” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
1:16
Craig, Elisabeth and guests Paul and Brendan talk about exotic places they'd...2025-02-221h 37
Matinee HeroesThe NorthmanTHE NORTHMAN Prince Amleth is on the verge of becoming a man when his father is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy's mother. Two decades later, Amleth is now a Viking who raids Slavic villages. He soon meets a seeress who reminds him of his vow -- save his mother, kill his uncle, avenge his father. Craig and Elisabeth are joined by Paul Hitchcock and Brendan Agnew to talk Berserkers, betrayal, naked swordfights and the movie “The Northman” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:16 Craig, Elisabeth and gu...2025-02-221h 37
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 36: "President Harrison Ford" - Air Force OneThe Brendans mark the release of Captain America: Brave New World by filling in a presidential blind spot in the hallowed "Die Hard on a ____" subgenre, Wolfgang Peterson's Air Force One. Agnew also gives spoiler-free impressions on the newest MCU entry, Foley sings the praises of last year's The Count of Monte Cristo, and we celebrate the success of new horror genre mashup Heart Eyes.Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RAhttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hopeYou can follow Foley on Blusky and/or read his work on ...2025-02-192h 12
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 35: "Where's the gotdamn horizon?!" Oscar Talk / Blue VelvetThe Brendans reflect on the 2025 Oscar Nominations, talk The Brutalist and Dog Man, and then take a deep dive into the twisted suburbs of David Lynch's 1986 noir classic Blue Velvet. We also make time for hidden gems like the Eye for an Eye films and Jentry Chau vs. The Underworld.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
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You can follow Foley on Blusky and/or read his work on Cinapse, and you can follow Agnew on Letterboxd, Bluesky, and wherever you can bloody well find him.2025-02-051h 59
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 34: "I'm Kind of a Basic Bitch" - 2025's Most Wanted MoviesThe Brendans are joined by their comrade in the world of Cinapse, fearless leader and EIC Ed Travis, to talk our most anticipated films of 2025. We rundown our biggies, our honorable mentions, and the movies we just have our fingers crossed for.
Ed also talks effusively about his love for The Brutalist, Foley takes us through his journey from hating the first Den of Thieves to loving the sequel, and Agnew does a Mark Hamill's The Joker impression. We have fun here.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by...2025-01-222h 42
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 33: "The Birthday Outlaw Commentary" - Nosferatu / The Adventures of Robin HoodThe Brendans ring in the new year with a special anniversary commentary - only, the anniversary doesn't belong to a film, but to one of us! Since Agnew is turning 40, we celebrate with a real-time discussion of 1938's The Adventures of Robin Hood. The lads also do a short spoiler piece on the big horror hit of the season Nosferatu, because we contain multitudes.
If you want to skip right to the commentary, it begins at 39:29.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
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Make Me Watch ItEpisode 32: "Krampus Slap" - Fantastic Films of 2024The Brendans gather around the holiday hearth to reflect on the Year of Cinema 2024, looking at favorites, surprises, disappointments, and everything in between. We also get some chat about Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim as well as that handsome new Superman trailer, and give even more holiday movie recommendations for those in need.
Also, Krampus and slapping is mentioned. Blame Foley.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
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Read Foley's reviews...2024-12-242h 24
Matinee HeroesThe Call of the WildTHE CALL OF THE WILD
Uprooted from his pampered life in California, the oversized dog Buck finds himself in the harsh Alaskan Yukon during the 1890s Gold Rush. As part of a mail delivery sled team, he faces a life of hardship and survival. When Buck meets Thornton, a loner-turned-adventurer, it’s clear that the two are destined to experience the adventure of a lifetime.
Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew talk "sad dad" Harrison Ford, our own awesome dogs, holiday movies for Marion and the movie “The Call of the Wild” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
1:11
Craig, E...2024-12-211h 26
Matinee HeroesThe Call of the WildTHE CALL OF THE WILD Uprooted from his pampered life in California, the oversized dog Buck finds himself in the harsh Alaskan Yukon during the 1890s Gold Rush. As part of a mail delivery sled team, he faces a life of hardship and survival. When Buck meets Thornton, a loner-turned-adventurer, it’s clear that the two are destined to experience the adventure of a lifetime. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew talk "sad dad" Harrison Ford, our own awesome dogs, holiday movies for Marion and the movie “The Call of the Wild” on this week’s Matine...2024-12-211h 26
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 31: "Gal Pals" - Moana 2 / Wicked Part IThe Brendans are once again joined by musical theater guru Austin Wilden to chat the big musical blockbusters ruling the box office. We chew on the middling Moana 2 and contemplate how it exemplifies Disney's relenquishing of the animation domination crown even as they rake in record profits, and marvel at how John M. Chu and crew accomplish the impossible with the first installment of their 2-part adaptation of Wicked. We also have a few holiday recommendations for anyone needing some extra festivus about now.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by...2024-12-131h 57
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 30: "GLADIATOR$" - Gladiator / Gladiator IIThe Brendans travel back in time to ancient Rome to talk 2000's GLADIATOR and 2024's GLADIIATOR (not our fault, but we'll happily misuse this) and what does and doesn't come together in this massive lagacyquel. We also chat Season 2 of Netflix's Arcane, introducing a new generation to Back to the Future, and even make time for a little video game nonsense.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hope
Read Brendan Foley's review of The Piano Lesson on Cinapse. And follow...2024-11-272h 04
Matinee HeroesA Quiet PlaceA QUIET PLACE
A family must live in silence to avoid mysterious creatures that hunt by sound. Knowing that even the slightest whisper or footstep can bring death, Evelyn and Lee are determined to find a way to protect their children while desperately searching for a way to fight back.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about extreme parenting, loud kids, entry points into horror and the movie “A Quiet Place” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
0:52
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about Brendan's movie "gaps".
7:33
Craig and Brendan discuss "A Quiet Place"
30:41
Recasting
36:26
Double Featur...2024-11-2347 min
Matinee HeroesA Quiet PlaceA QUIET PLACE A family must live in silence to avoid mysterious creatures that hunt by sound. Knowing that even the slightest whisper or footstep can bring death, Evelyn and Lee are determined to find a way to protect their children while desperately searching for a way to fight back. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about extreme parenting, loud kids, entry points into horror and the movie “A Quiet Place” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:52 Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about Brendan's movie "gaps". 7...2024-11-2347 min
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 29: "Respectfully, Awooga" - The Blob (1988) & The Relic / Prince of DarknessThe Brendans convene for a good old-fashioned bloodlust episode - because if 2024 is done with horror, neither are we. The lads talk Chuck Russell's dynamite remake of The Blob and 1997's creature feature The Relic, as well as singing the praises of perhaps John Carpenter's most terrifying film. There's also spoiler-free chat on the recently-wrapped Agatha All Along, impressions of Noroi: The Curse, and copious respectful admiration of talented actresses.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
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Follow our work...2024-11-131h 52
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 28: "Rock Opera Halloween" - Phantom of the Paradise / Rock 'N' Roll High SchoolIt's a Halloween musical extravaganza as the Brendans welcome Trey Lawson of the "Tomb of Ideas" podcast to talk Brian De Palma's Phantom of the Paradise as well as Allan Arkush and Joe Dante's Rock 'N' Roll High School. We also have spoiler free thoughts on The Shadow Strays and The Wild Robot, as well as recommendations for anyone looking to close out Spooky Season with a bang.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
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Catch Trey on Blue Sky...2024-10-302h 18
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 27: "Flop Sweat Mania" - The Rings of Power / Abigail & Salem's LotIt's time for swords, sorcery, and bloodsucking as the Brendans chat why The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is such a good show, and why recent vampire outings Abigail and Salem's Lot - while enjoyable - aren't the best versions of themselves. We also get Agnew's report on Megalopolis and The Wild Robot, and a description of Ranma 1/2 that we promise you is not just us trying to make you think you're tripping balls.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
https...2024-10-161h 54
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 26: "Woo Woo Woo!" - The Killer (1989) / The Killer (2024)The Brendans welcome special guest and longtime online pal Ryan B to talk John Woo's seminal 1989 heroic bloodshed opus The Killer and the remake of the same name from this year. We also talk some of Woo's American work and how the legendary Hong Kong director has changed over the years. Ryan even gives us a report on both Megalopolis and The Substance, now in theaters!
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hope
Follow our work on...2024-10-012h 23
Make Me Watch ItSeason 1 Finale - The SHAUN OF THE DEAD 20th Anniversary CommentaryThe lads celebrate a full year of the show and a full 20 years since they were introduced to the comedic genre-blending stylings of Edgar Wright with a full-length commentary on Shaun of the Dead. There's also catch-up, including Agnew finally watching indie sensation Hundreds of Beavers and an update on a newbie's journey through the Friday the 13th series.
Commentary: 20:06-2:06:28
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
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Read...2024-09-092h 19
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 24: "Gagging on Goggins" - Coraline / Alien: RomulusWe're impatient to start Spooky Season, so we celebrate the 15th anniversary of the new classic Coraline as well as Fede Alvarez's brand-new Alien: Romulus. We also give our thoughts on Amazon Prime streaming shows Batman: Caped Crusader and Fallout, and throw out some recommendations for what may have flown under the radar.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hope
Check out Brendan Foley's review of indie sensation Hundreds of Beavers on Cinapse.2024-08-222h 20
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 23: "Yoked Robin Williams" - X-men '97 / Deadpool & WolverineIt's all X-mens all the way down, babes. The Brendans dive deep into the fantastic X-men '97 revival of the classic 1990s cartoon series as well as get into our unexpectedly complicated feelings on recent Marvel castings, the state of the superhero movie genre, and the MCU "comeback" that is Deadpool & Wolverine. Spoilers and bad puns abound.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hope
Follow our work on Cinapse, and remember - keep your dogs on a...2024-08-062h 16
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 22: "If You Feel it, Kiss it!" - Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F / TwistersIt's Legacyquel time as the Brendans chat everything from horror breakout Longlegs and Kevin Costner's Horizon: An American Saga to Netflix's Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F and the whirlwind box office smash Twisters. We also dig into the new trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine, do a spoiler-filled discussion on Season 2 of My Adventures With Superman, and gush about the filmography of Michael Mann.
Our Opening Music is from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): "Skies of Hope" by RA
https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/skies-of-hope
Read our work on Cinapse, hear Brendan Agnew on the Matinee...2024-07-233h 01
Matinee HeroesPreyPREY
A skilled Comanche warrior protects her tribe from a highly evolved alien predator that hunts humans for sport, fighting against wilderness, dangerous colonizers and this mysterious creature to keep her people safe.
Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring discuss, monsters, hatchet throwing, an exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro the predator from the movie "Prey" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
1:04
Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring talk about their favorite monsters.
4:20
Craig, Brendan and Mark discuss "Prey"
29:14
Recasting
32:11
Double Feature
35:26
Final Thoughts
41:30
Craig's exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro recorded live at Ori...2024-07-131h 39
Matinee HeroesPreyPREY A skilled Comanche warrior protects her tribe from a highly evolved alien predator that hunts humans for sport, fighting against wilderness, dangerous colonizers and this mysterious creature to keep her people safe. Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring discuss, monsters, hatchet throwing, an exclusive interview with Dane DiLiegro the predator from the movie "Prey" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and guest Mark Woodring talk about their favorite monsters. 4:20 Craig, Brendan and Mark discuss "Prey" 29:14 Recasting...2024-07-131h 39
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 21: "Hot Pixar Takes" - Ultraman Rising / Inside Out 2It's an animation domination extravaganza as the Brendans are joined by tokusatsu scholar and gentlethem Austin Wilden of Wit's Writing to talk the new Netflix film Ultraman: Rising and how it functions as both a great intro to the character and a faithful outing for longtime fans. We also check in on Marian's first viewing of The Fellowship of the Ring, talk non-spoiler thoughts on Inside Out 2 and our overall opinions on Pixar, and recommend some quality Gay Shit to watch even though it's no longer Pride Month.
Read our work on Cinapse, listen to Brendan on the recent The...2024-07-032h 18
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 20: "The Best Movie Explosion Ever" - The Bad Boys Series / Speed at 30Whatcha gonna do? The Brendans reflect on the franchise that made Will Smith the biggest star on the planet, and that's grown unbelievably reflective and (relatively) emotionally mature in its old age as we roll through the Bad Boys series. We also look at the '90s action classic Speed on its 30th anniversary, share experiences with the recent theatrical release of the Lord of the Rings films, opine on which Die Hard-a-likes are the best, and get a surprise Marian report on Inside Out 2.
Read Brendan Foley's work on Cinapse (especially this piece) and/or follow us on the...2024-06-182h 24
Matinee HeroesThe DepartedTHE DEPARTED
Undercover cop Billy Costigan infiltrates gangland chief Frank Costello’s organization, while career criminal Colin Sullivan acts as a spy in the State Police for his syndicate boss. As both sides discover a mole, Billy and Colin must uncover each other’s identities to survive.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about Boston food, nasty weather, bloody falls and the movie “The Departed” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
0:51
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew talk about the nasty weather down south.
7:53
Craig, Alan and Brendan discuss "The Departed"
32:04
Recasting
54:54
Double Feature
58:14
Final Thoughts
1:02:40
A preview of next wee...2024-06-151h 05
Matinee HeroesThe DepartedTHE DEPARTED Undercover cop Billy Costigan infiltrates gangland chief Frank Costello’s organization, while career criminal Colin Sullivan acts as a spy in the State Police for his syndicate boss. As both sides discover a mole, Billy and Colin must uncover each other’s identities to survive. Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about Boston food, nasty weather, bloody falls and the movie “The Departed” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:51 Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew talk about the nasty weather down south. 7:53 Craig, Alan and Brendan di...2024-06-151h 05
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 19: "Agnew Does Kermit" - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes / FuriosaThe Brendans ring in June with an in-depth look at Wes Ball's Kingom of the Planet of the Apes and George Miller's Furiosa. We also catch up on My Adventures With Superman, go off on odd Muppet tangents, and raise a glass to Fangoria and The Kingcast's sadly departed Scott Wampler.
Follow our work on Cinapse, and happy trails.2024-06-033h 10
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 18: "Punching People Through Things" - The Roundup Series / The Fall GuyBrendan and Brendan celebrate their love of the human body as the ultimate special effect with the police action series The Roundup and this summer's new action comedy The Fall Guy, as well as celebrating the other kind of special effects. From Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes to Challengers, from Satoshi Kon to the Fallout series, we range far and wide to chew the fat while still keeping things under 2 1/2 hours...for once.
Follow our work on Cinapse.2024-05-142h 24
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 17: "Every Day is STAR WARS Day" - The Mummy '99 / Rebel Moon Part 2 & The Three Musketeers Part 2The Brendans go extra long as we talk Alien and The Mummy this recent May the 4th, as well as a first-timer's impressions of 1973's The Wicker Man, spooky movie catch-up, and some big Part 2s that recently dropped - along with much more.
Read our work at Cinapse, and live long and prosper.2024-05-063h 04
My Worst Leadership MomentMy Worst Leadership Moment with Phill AgnewUnlock the hidden connections between marketing blunders and leadership gold with Phill Agnew, whose journey from academia to the trenches of the marketing world reveals must-know insights for every professional. Through a candid discussion, we navigate the treacherous gap between the classroom and the boardroom, with Phill’s personal evolution providing a roadmap for navigating the challenges of real-world applications of marketing principles. His tale delves into the critical skills often missed in formal education but are crucial for success and leadership within the industry, serving as a guiding light for marketers and leaders alike.
Immerse yourself in...2024-05-0428 min
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 16: "Avant-garde Big Monkey" - Godzilla x Kong Spoilers / Monkey ManWe're knee-deep in Ape-ril, so the Brendans get up to some monkey business diving into spoiler-filled thoughts on both the powerful visual storytelling of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and the rich themes and kinetic action of Dev Patel's Monkey Man. We also celebrate 10 years of Captain America: The Winter Soldier and The Raid 2 and examine why Wish was such a whiff of a 100th Anniversary movie for Disney Animation.2024-04-162h 29
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 15: "The Wrong Skarsgård" - BUFF 2024 Report / Godzilla x Kong: The New EmpireIt's a kaiju-sized feast in celebration of the coming of Godzilla and King Kong - they are risen. And what fruits we have for you.
Brendan and Mab caught up with Immaculate, which slaps. The Brendans get a report from the Boston Underground Film Festival out of the Brattle Theater (including spoiler-free impressions of Boy Kills World) and then gorge themselves on the choicest morsels of the Legendary Monsterverse. There's spoiler-free thoughts on The New Empire and what it improves (or doesn't) on its immediate predecessor, a first-timer's impressions of Last Action Hero, our rankings of the recent Planet of...2024-04-032h 59
Matinee HeroesThe InsiderTHE INSIDER
After seeking the expertise of former "Big Tobacco" executive Jeffrey Wigand, seasoned TV producer Lowell Bergman suspects a story lies behind Wigand's reluctance to speak. As Bergman persuades Wigand to share his knowledge of industry secrets, the two must contend with the courts and the corporations that stand between them and exposing the truth. All the while, Wigand must struggle to maintain his family life amidst lawsuits and death threats.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about whistleblowers, movies our parents loved, popcorn buckets and the movie “The Insider” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
1:15
Craig...2024-03-301h 10
Matinee HeroesThe InsiderTHE INSIDER After seeking the expertise of former "Big Tobacco" executive Jeffrey Wigand, seasoned TV producer Lowell Bergman suspects a story lies behind Wigand's reluctance to speak. As Bergman persuades Wigand to share his knowledge of industry secrets, the two must contend with the courts and the corporations that stand between them and exposing the truth. All the while, Wigand must struggle to maintain his family life amidst lawsuits and death threats. Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about whistleblowers, movies our parents loved, popcorn buckets and the movie “The Insider” on this week’s Mati...2024-03-301h 10
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 14: "Vegetables and Underpants" - Netflix's Avatar / FX's ShogunThe Brendans stay in and catch up on television, in addition to discussing recent films like Netflix's Damsel and checking in with Marian on Kung Fu Panda 4. 2024 kicked off with two high-profile adaptations of "east meets west" adventure sagas, with Avatar: The Last Airbender struggling to find its footing while Shogun clears hurdle after hurdle. We also pay our respects to the recently passed Akira Toriyama and offer up some lesser-known classics for viewing recs.
Read Brendan's reviews of Damsel and Shogun on Cinapse!2024-03-211h 50
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 13: "Rebecca Ferguson - Terrifying!" The Abyss / Dune: Part TwoThe Brendans are joined by a very special guest for a Wet and Dry Epic Extravaganza as we chat Jim Cameron's The Abyss (celebrating its 35th Anniversart this year) and Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two with Alan Cerny of Vital Thrills and Matinee Heroes. We go deep into spoilers on both Cameron's ambitious underwater sci-fi film as well as the ending of Herbert's opus (major spoilers for Dune at about 1hr55m onward). However, both of these films get our highest recommendation.
Check out Brendan's review of Orion and the Dark at Cinapse.2024-03-052h 39
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 12: Farewell to Carl Weathers - the Rocky series / Action JacksonThe lads celebrate the life of the late, great Carl Weathers (of Predator, Arrested Development, and The Mandalorian - among many others) as well as chatting Dune: Part II reactions, the changing landscape of audience tastes, and DreamWorks recent Netflix release Orion and the Dark.2024-02-212h 14
Make Me Watch ItMinisode: "20 Valentine's Day Favorites" - Classic and New Classic Comfort ViewingThe Brendans share our favorite Valentine's Day-flavored movies, because sharing is caring.2024-02-1432 min
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 11: "Swayze Glistens" - The Godfather: Part II / In the Heat of the NightIn celebration of the recent 2024 Oscar Nominations announcement, the Brendans talk two historic Best Picture Winners that we finally made ourselves watch - The Godfather: Part II and In the Heat of the Night - as well as giving our takes on a great year of cinema, why Road House is Dope, Actually, and which Best Animated Picture nominees are the Best Ones (hint: it's most of them).
Follow our work on Cinapse, and find Brendan Agnew on the Matinee Heroes episode on Spider-Man: No Way Home.2024-01-312h 11
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 10: "Why is France?" - The Three Musketeers: D'Artangan / WonkaThe Brendans are all for one and one for all as we examine two recent examples of re-examining classic literary properties for cinematic adaptation, and why these particular films succeed. We also talk the samurai revenge classic Lady Snowblood, Scooby-Doo crossovers, and why you should never bet against Paul King.
Follow our work on Cinapse to a world of pure imagination.
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Matinee HeroesSpider-Man: No Way HomeSPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME
With Spider-Man's identity now revealed, our friendly neighborhood web-slinger is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life as Peter Parker from the high stakes of being a superhero. When Peter asks for help from Doctor Strange, the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew discuss proper fan service, multiverses, family trips and the movie “Spider-Man: No Way Home” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!!
Show Notes
1:08
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew discuss travel plans in 2024.
8:44
Craig and Brendan...2024-01-1358 min
Matinee HeroesSpiderman: No Way HomeSPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME With Spider-Man's identity now revealed, our friendly neighborhood web-slinger is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life as Peter Parker from the high stakes of being a superhero. When Peter asks for help from Doctor Strange, the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew discuss proper fan service, multiverses, family trips and the movie “Spider-Man: No Way Home” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes 1:08 Craig and guest co-host...2024-01-1358 min
Make Me Watch ItMinisode: "The Yearly Countdown" - Fantastic Films of 2023What it says on the tin - these are Brendan Agnew's favorites of the year. I just think they're neat.2024-01-0922 min
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 9: "Homelander's Your Dad" - 2023 FavoritesThe Brendans are gathered at the turn of the year to reflect on the holidays, examine 2023 passion projects like The Creator and Rebel Moon, and talk about our favorite films of the year - from big obvious blockbusters to hidden gems you might have missed.
Follow our work on Cinapse, and we'll see you in the new year.2024-01-012h 35
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 8: "The Short Version" - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 20th Anniversary SpecialIn celebration of the 20th birthday of the greatest movie ever, the Brendans convene to talk cozy/creepy Netlix cartoons, the new Miyazaki movie, holiday movie recommendations, and why The Lord of the Rings remains such a singular cinematic achievement.
Follow our work at Cinapse, check out the Geeks With Shields episode on How LOTR Perfected Epic Battles, and happy trails.2023-12-173h 25
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 7: "The Pucker Factor is A LOT" - Jawan / Godzilla Minus OneThe Brendans gather for a big ol' post-Thanksgiving International Blockbuster Extravaganza. In addition to feasting on the riches of Shah Rukh Khan's new action vehicle Jawan (streaming on Netflix) and Takashi Yamazaki's Godzilla Minus One (and other Goji goodness), we follow-up on Netflix's excellent Blue Eye Samurai, talk about why Home Alone is a perfect live-action Looney Tune, and recount some of Marian's recent adventures in California.
Follow our work at Cinapse, particularly Brendan Foley's fantastic Blue Eye Samurai review!2023-12-172h 29
Matinee HeroesThe Neverending StoryTHE NEVERENDING STORY
On his way to school, Bastian ducks into a bookstore to avoid bullies. Sneaking away with a book called "The Neverending Story," Bastian begins reading the novel about Fantasia, a fantasy land threatened by "The Nothing," a darkness that destroys everything it touches. The kingdom needs the help of a human child to survive. When Bastian reads a description of himself in the book, he begins to wonder if Fantasia is real and needs him to survive.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about kid movie influences, nihilism in children’s tales, horse trauma and the mov...2023-12-1642 min
Matinee HeroesThe Neverending StoryTHE NEVERENDING STORY On his way to school, Bastian ducks into a bookstore to avoid bullies. Sneaking away with a book called "The Neverending Story," Bastian begins reading the novel about Fantasia, a fantasy land threatened by "The Nothing," a darkness that destroys everything it touches. The kingdom needs the help of a human child to survive. When Bastian reads a description of himself in the book, he begins to wonder if Fantasia is real and needs him to survive. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about kid movie influences, nihilism in children’s tal...2023-12-1642 minMake Me Watch ItEpisode 6: "That's a Callback, Right There" - Killers of the Flower Moon & Working With ScorseseThe Brendans are joined by another very special guest this week to discuss Killers of the Flower Moon. The film's official Visual Effects Data Wrangler Michael Slemmons comes on to talk being on set for the extensive on-location shoot, the challenges of period pieces with massive scope both in front of the camera and as created by VFX, the powerful human story of the Osage murders and the monsters behind them, and several wandering tangents about the beautiful minutiae of creating art via motion pictures.
Also, more thoughts on One Piece, because anime remains...2023-11-131h 54Make Me Watch ItEpisode 5: "Venom is Good Now" - The Innocents / Don't Listen
Happy Devil's Night, other buckets! The Brendans plan to blow out the Halloween Season with a bang, talking haunted houses and creepy kids with 1961's The Innocents and 2021's Don't Listen. We also have a report from the Marvel's Spider-Man 2 game for PS5, book recommendations, and a chance to catch up on the Arrow ShawScope Vol. 2 coverage at Cinapse.
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Matinee HeroesThe Ghost and The DarknessTHE GHOST AND THE DARKNESS
Sir Robert Beaumont is behind schedule on a railroad in Africa. Enlisting noted engineer John Henry Patterson to right the ship, Beaumont expects results. Everything seems great until the crew discovers the mutilated corpse of the project's foreman, seemingly killed by a lion. After several more attacks, Patterson calls in famed hunter Charles Remington who has finally met his match in the bloodthirsty lions.
Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and Elisabeth Rappe discuss scary animals, the story of the Tsavo man-eaters, old school movies and the movie “The Ghost and the Darkness” On this week’s Mati...2023-11-041h 20
Matinee HeroesThe Ghost and the DarknessTHE GHOST AND THE DARKNESS Sir Robert Beaumont is behind schedule on a railroad in Africa. Enlisting noted engineer John Henry Patterson to right the ship, Beaumont expects results. Everything seems great until the crew discovers the mutilated corpse of the project's foreman, seemingly killed by a lion. After several more attacks, Patterson calls in famed hunter Charles Remington who has finally met his match in the bloodthirsty lions. Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew and Elisabeth Rappe discuss scary animals, the story of the Tsavo man-eaters, old school movies and the movie “The Ghost and th...2023-11-041h 20
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 4: "Shut Up, Weeb!" - Sword of the Stranger / Rurouni KenshinThe Brendans are joined by our first guest: the Most Complete Podcaster in the World, the Undisputed Mike Scott of Action For Everyone. We go deep on why we love cinematic sword fights as a form of action cinema, what we love about animated classics new and old like Ninja Scroll and Sword of the Stranger, as well as the live-action Rurouni Kenshin series.
Mike and Co.'s action cinema buffet, Action For Everyone.
Check out our written work at Cinapse.2023-10-292h 00Make Me Watch ItEpisode 3: Polite Society / BottomsThe Brendans are nostalgic for their misspent youths as they discuss a pair of kick-ass high school comedies about funny ass-kicking ladies, with Nina Manzoor's high-flying Polite Society and Emma Seligman's hilariously surreal Bottoms. We start with general discussions on both before going into heavy spoilers, but these are two of the hardest recommendations for stuff we'd make you watch.
Find us on Cinapse for more shenanigans.2023-10-291h 39
Matinee HeroesBLOW OUTBLOW OUT
While recording sound effects for a slasher flick, Jack Terri stumbles upon a real-life horror: a car careening off a bridge and into a river. Jack jumps into the water and fishes out Sally from the car, but the other passenger is already dead -- a governor intending to run for president. As Jack does some investigating of his tapes, and starts a perilous romance with Sally, he enters a tangled web of conspiracy that might leave him dead.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew discuss dour endings, sleazy Travolta, Brendan’s new podcast Make Me Watch It an...2023-10-211h 07
Matinee HeroesBlow OutBLOW OUT While recording sound effects for a slasher flick, Jack Terri stumbles upon a real-life horror: a car careening off a bridge and into a river. Jack jumps into the water and fishes out Sally from the car, but the other passenger is already dead -- a governor intending to run for president. As Jack does some investigating of his tapes, and starts a perilous romance with Sally, he enters a tangled web of conspiracy that might leave him dead. Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew discuss dour endings, sleazy Travolta, Brendan’s new po...2023-10-211h 07Make Me Watch ItEpisode 2: Elemental / A Haunting in VeniceThe Brendans convene to discuss the delightful advent of spooky season - first, by contemplating the terror of interpersonal relationships across cultural divides in Disney and Pixar's Elemental, and then the dread of trying to solve a mystery in a haunted house with A Haunting in Venice. Shout-out to the School of Movies podcast for including some of our work from home away from home Cinapse.co in their recent Studio Ghibli series of shows.
School of Movies
Cinapse2023-09-191h 44
Make Me Watch ItEpisode 1: The Last Voyage of the Demeter / MonstrumThe lads discuss what they may or may not want to make other folks watch from their recent media adventures, then move on to extolling the virtues of The Last Voyage of the Demeter (available on VOD) and Monstrum (available to stream on Shudder), and why we would or would not make you watch them.2023-09-051h 36
Make Me Watch ItMAKE ME WATCH IT Ep. 0 - Blue Beetle MinisodeRecorded on National Cinema Day 2023, this mini-episode / pilot teaser covers a review of the DC film Blue Beetle currently playing in theaters, as well as a suggestion for listeners to check out for the next full-length show.2023-08-2811 min
Matinee HeroesMission: Impossible – Rogue NationMISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - ROGUE NATION
With the IMF now disbanded and Ethan Hunt out in the cold, a new threat, called the Syndicate, soon emerges. The Syndicate is a network of highly skilled operatives who are dedicated to establishing a new world order via an escalating series of terrorist attacks. Faced with what may be the most impossible mission yet, Ethan gathers his team and joins forces with a disavowed British agent who may or may not be a member of this deadly rogue nation.
Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to listen to Craig, Alan and...2023-07-2952 min
Matinee HeroesFirst BloodFIRST BLOOD
Vietnam veteran and drifter John J. Rambo wanders into a small Washington town in search of an old friend but is met with intolerance and brutality by the local sheriff. When the sheriff’s deputies rough up Rambo, he flashes back to his time as a prisoner of war and unleashes his fury on the officers. He narrowly escapes the manhunt, but it will take Rambo’s former commander to save the hunters from the hunted.
Craig and guest cohost Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on Twitter) talk about the way soldiers are viewed now vs the 70s, Miyazaki retrospective at C...2023-05-2751 min
Matinee HeroesRoninRONIN
A shadowy Irish operative puts together a team of experts that she tasks with stealing a valuable briefcase, the contents of which are a mystery. As their operation gets underway, several team members are found to be untrustworthy, and everyone must complete the mission with a watchful eye on everyone else.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about competency porn, DeNiro as James Bond, thoughts on “Picard” and the movie “Ronin” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
1:05
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew have thoughts on the latest season of "Picard"
18:46
Craig, Alan and Brendan di...2023-04-081h 15
Matinee Heroes13 Assassins13 ASSASSINS
Shinzaemon Shimada leads a team of assassins in 19th-century Japan to eliminate a ruthless Lord who is wreaking havoc against his own people. Hired secretly by a government official hoping to end the Lord’s reign of terror, Shimada recruits the best samurai in Japan and then sets a trap for the lord's large contingent of faithful bodyguards.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) discuss dad-bod samurai, getting the band back together, Japanese mythology and the movie “13 Assassins" on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
0:56
Craig and Brendan talk about Samurais and 6-year-olds crying over Avenger...2023-02-1856 min
Matinee HeroesThe FabelmansTHE FABELMANS
Young Sammy Fabelman falls in love with movies after his parents take him to see "The Greatest Show on Earth." Armed with a camera, Sammy starts to make his own films at home, much to the delight of his supportive mother. But the young man uncovers a shattering family secret while learning the power of film and imagination.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on Twitter) discuss the master filmmaker, how art will crush your heart, the Houston Film Critics Society’s 2022 nomination list and the movie “The Fabelmans” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
0:56
Craig, A...2023-01-281h 13
Matinee HeroesStar Trek: First ContactSTAR TREK: FIRST CONTACT
After an epic battle against cybernetically-enhanced life forms called the Borg, Captain Picard and the crew of the Enterprise follow the Borg Sphere back into the 21st century to prevent the Borg from contaminating Earth’s timeline and preventing Earth’s first contact. Picard and the crew must work together to battle the Borg Queen before she assimilates all of mankind and changes history forever.
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about Strange New Worlds, looking ahead at 2023, a live panel with Brent Spiner (@BrentSpiner) and the movie “Star Trek: First Contact” on this wee...2022-12-311h 41
Matinee HeroesThe FogTHE FOG
According to legend, six sailors killed when shipwrecked 100 years ago in Antonio Bay, California, will rise to avenge their deaths. As daylight fades, a mysterious fog envelops the town and begins to strew panic and death.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) discuss ghost stories, is Craig a John Carpenter fan, what do you show a 5-year-old for Halloween and the movie “The Fog” on this week’s Matinee Villains!
Show Notes
0:57
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew talk about what little 5-year-old Marion is watching this Halloween season.
7:38
Craig, Alan and Brendan discuss "The Fog"
31:51
Recastin...2022-10-2200 min
The Mike ShowCate Blanchett as Step on Me Mommy - Brendan Agnew (The Norman Nerd)Brendan Agnew is a writer, blogger, and podcaster. He shares his passion and deep knowledge for film by writing reviews on his own website, The Norman Nerd, and in featured guest appearances on podcasts like School of Movies, Geeks with Shields, and Matinee Heroes. You can find more of his work on Twitter at @BLCAgnew, on his website normannerd.blogspot.com, and cinapse.co. On this episode, Mike and the Norman Nerd talk about all things film and how Brendan turned that passion for movies and television into a successful blog and guest star spots o...2022-10-131h 04
Geeks With ShieldsLOTR Month: How the LOTR Perfected Cinematic Battles Ft Brendan AgnewWe're kicking off Lord Of The Rings Month to celebrate the release of The Rings of Power. This week we were joined by Brendan Agnew to discuss why the Lord of the Rings has some of the most powerful and epic cinematic battles in film history
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Culture of Leadership83. Weapons of Social Seduction (How we make decisions) “If leaders don’t understand how the human brain works and how people perceive information, they’ll struggle.” That’s a quote from today’s guest, Phill Agnew. Phill is Sr. Product Marketer at Buffer, a product marketing ambassador at the PMA, and host of Nudge, the only podcast dedicated to consumer psychology. Phill specializes in consumer […]2022-09-041h 04Matinee HeroesTakenTAKEN
When his estranged daughter is kidnapped in Paris, a former CIA spy enlists in a one-man war, to rescue her and take down her ruthless abductors.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about the power of Neeson, protecting your daughters, a lack luster summer for kids’ movies and the movie “Taken” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
1:00
Craig and Brendan Agnew lament the lack of quality summer kids movies in 2022.
6:17
Craig and Brendan discuss "Taken"
30:56
Recasting
43:03
Double Feature
46:05
Final Thoughts
50:40
A preview of next week's episode "Riders of Justice"
We're opening the Matinee Heroes Patr...2022-08-2700 minMatinee HeroesA Simple PlanA SIMPLE PLAN
While in the woods near their small town, upstanding local Hank Mitchell his dim brother Jacob and their friend Lou discover a crashed plane with two things in it -- a dead pilot, and a stash of more than four million dollars. Although Hank is reluctant to keep the money, Jacob and Lou convince him otherwise, and they devise a plan to split the fortune. Things quickly go wrong, however, dramatically affecting the trio and those around them.
Craig, guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) and guest Chauncey Telese (@bigchaunc64 on twitter) discuss devolving paranoia, Boston...2022-04-3000 minMatinee HeroesThe Last of the MohicansTHE LAST OF THE MOHICANS
The last members of a dying Native American tribe, the Mohicans -- live in peace alongside British colonists. But when the daughters of a British colonel are kidnapped by a traitorous scout, they must rescue them in the crossfire of a gruesome military conflict of which they wanted no part: the French and Indian War.
Craig, Elisabeth Rappe (@elisabethrappe on twitter) and Brendan Agnew (@blcAgnew on twitter) discuss frontier life for women, hunky Daniel Day-Lewis, hopes for 2022 and the movie “The Last of the Mohicans” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!!
Show Notes
1:06
Craig, Elisabeth and Br...2022-01-0800 minMatinee HeroesCatch Me If You CanCATCH ME IF YOU CAN
Frank Abagnale, Jr. worked as a doctor, a lawyer, and as a co-pilot for a major airline -- all before his 18th birthday. A master of deception, he was also a brilliant forger, whose skill gave him his first real claim to fame: At the age of 17, Frank became the most successful bank robber in the history of the U.S. FBI Agent Carl Hanratty makes it his prime mission to capture Frank and bring him to justice, but Frank is always one step ahead of him.
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on Twitter...2021-12-2500 minMatinee HeroesPaddingtonPADDINGTON
After a deadly earthquake destroys his home in Peruvian rainforest, a young bear makes his way to England in search of a new home. Although taken in by the Brown family who are charmed by Paddington's amazement at urban living, someone else has her eye on him: A taxidermist who has designs on the rare bear and his hide.
Craig, Alan, Elisabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) and Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter)come together to celebrate the holidays as they discuss what they are thankful for, the dignity of a Peruvian bear, inappropriate google searches and the movie “Paddington” on t...2021-11-2700 minMatinee HeroesScreamSCREAM
After a series of mysterious deaths, an offbeat group of scary movie fans become the target of a masked killer. As the body count begins, it's clear that the rules must be followed, and everyone's a suspect.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about the language of Horror, breaking the rules, the Great Pumpkin and the movie “Scream’ on this week’s Matinee Villains!
Show Notes
0:43
Craig and Brendan talk about what scares Brendan as we approach Halloween.
11:03
Craig and Brendon discuss "Scream"
34:10
Recasting
55:31
Double Feature
57:47
Final Thoughts
1:01:55
A preview of next week's episode "Dune"
Next we...2021-10-3000 min
Geeks With ShieldsGeeks Who Haunt: First Time Horror Ft Brendan AgnewIf you love horror like we do you're always wanting to share that love with someone else. But not everyone is ready to jump into the deep end. So this week Slagathor was joined by Brendan Agnew to discuss great first time horror movies, stuff thats scary in all the right ways to intrigue the scaredy cats in your life.
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Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/GeeksWithShields2021-10-1135 minMatinee HeroesArrivalARRIVAL
Linguistics professor Louise Banks leads an elite team of investigators when gigantic spaceships touch down around the world. As nations teeter on the verge of global war, Banks and her crew must race against time to find a way to communicate with the extraterrestrial visitors. Hoping to unravel the mystery, she takes a chance that could threaten her life and quite possibly all of mankind.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on Twitter) discuss timey-wimey timelines, competence porn, making sentence structure exciting and the movie “Arrival” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
1:06
Craig and Brendan catch up and...2021-07-1700 min
The House of Mario: A Nintendo PodcastPokémon TCG Shining Fates ETB Pack Battle! (Feat. Brendan White, Dane Pevy & Dash Gamer)Welcome to The House of Mario! The South Australian Nintendo podcast that is backed by a 120 Power Star Rating!This is a very different extra episode for you all! After a cheeky message from Dane Pevy challenging Drew to a Pokémon card pack battle, they decided to take it to The House of Mario to find out once and for all who is the best man at opening thin cardboard. Since then, the event has grown into what will go down during this very episode. A 4 way Pokémon Shining Fates Elite Trainer Box pack battle fe...2021-05-161h 40
We The GamerCastWe The GamerCast: Drew AgnewThank you to our Patrons at Patreon.com/YouMeCapri for making this show possible.CaPremium Producers: Dallas Ford, Drew Agnew, Jonathan Brown, Lee NavarroPlatinum Producer: Bryan Scott, Dannoh, TruckerSlothGold Members: ARGO, Brendan Myers, Dallas Robbins, Emily O’Kelley, Heather Boney, James Johnson, Joel Brooks, Jose Jimenez, Kmack Time, Marcus O’Neill, RJ Kern, Skinny Matt, and Xavier Reyes.This week, Drew Agnew joins Sean to talk about life as a farmer, podcasting about Nintendo, and becoming friends over the internet.Please follow Drew:Twitter: http://twit...2021-05-131h 19Matinee HeroesMaggieMAGGIE
After his daughter is infected with a virus that transforms her into a zombie, a small-town farmer will stop at nothing to save her.
Arnold April ends with Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talking about, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s dramatic acting chops, Alan’s anniversary, blasting faces off and the movie Maggie on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
0:59
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about Alan's anniversary and Brendan's blog NormanNerd.blogspot.com
11:08
Craig, Alan and Brendan "Maggie"
37:35
Recasting
53:10
Double Feature
1:00:48
Final Thoughts
1:07:43
A preview of next week's episode "The Karate Kid"
Next week w...2021-04-2400 minMatinee HeroesIndiana Jones and the Last CrusadeINDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE
The intrepid explorer Indiana Jones sets out to rescue his father, a medievalist who has vanished while searching for the Holy Grail. Following clues in the old man's notebook, Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, but they are not the only ones who are on the trail, and some sinister old enemies soon come out of the woodwork.
Craig and Alan are joined by Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) to discuss Spielberg’s Career, the Texas Ice Age, the future of Indiana Jones and the movie "Indiana Jo...2021-03-0600 minMatinee HeroesWhen Harry Met SallyWHEN HARRY MET SALLY
College graduates Harry and Sally share a contentious car ride from Chicago to New York, during which they argue about whether men and women can ever be strictly platonic friends. Ten years later, Harry and Sally meet again at a bookstore, and attempt to stay friends without sex becoming an issue between them
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about rom com tropes, ordering on the side, annoying but likeable people and the movie “When Harry Met Sally” on this week's Matinee Heroes!
This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents Cast...2021-02-0600 minMatinee HeroesAmadeusAMADEUS
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a remarkably talented young Viennese composer who unwittingly finds a fierce rival in the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri. Resenting Mozart for both his hedonistic lifestyle and his undeniable talent, the highly religious Salieri is gradually consumed by his jealousy and becomes obsessed with Mozart's downfall, leading to a devious scheme that has dire consequences for both men.
Craig Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) discuss rivalries, dealing with genius, starting a new year and the movie Amadeus on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents Cas...2021-01-0200 min
Geeks With ShieldsPilliars of Geekdom: Avatar The Last Airbender Ft Brendan AgnewThis week we're joined by Brendan Agnew to talk about one of his Pilliars of Geekdom, Avatar The Last Airbender
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TheChippaMadeThis PodcastsShooting the Shit with Chippa - Episode #18 - Brendan Agnew - 2019_0819 This podcast is an interview style show where each episode will have a different person(s) with a different interesting story, job, thing to plug, etc. Depending on how things go I may get people in local bands, businesses, who knows! On this episode Chippa is shooting the shit with Brendan Agnew, a friend from twitter! We talked so much we kept breaking COMCAST!!! Enjoy!!! Twitter: @BLCAgnew 2019-08-201h 08
The School of Movies ArchiveThe Lego Batman Movie[School of Movies 2017]
Bob Moviebob Chipman and Brendan Agnew join us to delve into this deconstruction of the Batman mythos. While we do talk a lot about the movie, there's a great deal of pop culture analysis, examining the disparity between the colourful crime-fighter and the 'roided-up, armoured monster. I think that approach ended up kind of appropriate, since the film itself devotes much of its running time to the same concept, making the incidental events a lot less important than what they're actually saying.
Expect a hell of a lot of fun, some moments...2017-01-112h 28
The School of Movies ArchiveCongo[School of Movies 2016]
In 1993 Steven Spielberg directed the movie Jurassic Park, adapted from the book by Michael Crichton.
It was a wildly successful family blockbuster.
Immediately all studios began a mad dash to replicate that formula.
Paramount believed they had cracked it with this film in 1995, written by Crichton in 1980, featuring a cast of genuinely talented actors and seemingly going for an Indiana Jones-discovers-King-Solomon's-Mines-with-rabid apes vibe. However, the results, as you will hear, fell so short of Jurassic Park that Congo is barely in the same medium. Less a movie and...2016-02-032h 12
The School of Movies ArchiveHalloween[School of Movies 2016]
This is a deep dive into the 1978 classic, that became the model for the slasher sub-genre. It's also a scorching critique of the kind of BAD slasher that came about afterwards when lesser directors than John Carpenter misinterpreted what made this film so effective, such as 1981s Halloween II.
It's also a damning of the repulsive 2007 remake by Rob Zombie, a tonally confused mess of the most horrible things imaginable stirred into an inhuman slop.
And we finish talking about Jamie Lee Curtis' character Laurie Strode and how the unappreciated s...2016-01-312h 18
The School of Movies ArchiveSuicide Squad[School of Movies 2016]
DC continue their epic campaign of not being able to pull together a cinematic universe that many people enjoy being in.
There has been much said of Suicide Squad already and backlash across the board. If critics are critical they get it in the neck from one crowd, if they praise it they get it in the neck from the other crowd, if they vocalise their view that it's a mixed bag they get a heady cocktail of flak from BOTH crowds.
So here's a mixed bag for you.
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