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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveSinners'Sinners' has continued to take the world by storm, reclaiming IMAX screens around the country this weekend. The boys are joined by Abbi Mahuron to talk about the significance of the success of Ryan Coogler's latest film, and all of the many great things 'Sinners' has accomplished, both on and off screen.
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveThe Prince of EgyptHappy Passover! In honor of the holiday, and in remembrance of Val Kilmer, the boys are joined by Abbi Mahuron to tackle 'The Prince of Egypt'. The crew discusses what works, what doesn't work, and why this movie stands apart as one of the greatest animated movies.
2025-04-111h 24The Rough Cut RetrospectiveWicked w/ the WAGSNo one mourns the wicked. The #1 movie in the world is 'Wicked', so the boys enlisted some help to unpack the musical sensation. The boys are joined by their significant others (Stephanie Brown, Abbi Mahuron, and Lauren Kaplinsky) to discuss all things Wicked, including the stage musical, the overwhelming press tour, and the movie itself. Finally, the couples compete in a movie themed version of 'The Newlywed Game'.
2024-11-292h 05The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 184: Jeff's Top 100 MoviesIt's time for another birthday at RCR. In honor of Jeff's birthday, Jeff shares his top 100 movies with Jackson and Carter, and compares his list to the RCR Top 100 Movies. Together, they discuss some movies that overlap on both lists, some movies that were perhaps overlooked, and craft an updated RCR Top 100.
Then, Carter challenges Jackson and Jeff on their knowledge of famous Jeffs
2024-05-101h 40The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 182: Choose Your Character! - Disney Platform FighterIt's Jackson's birthday, so for his birthday episode this year, they boys are giving him the gift of video games. Jackson, Carter, and Jeff look to create a roster of 40 Disney characters for a Super Smash Bros-esque fighting game. Together, they debate between Disney, Pixar, Lucasfilm, Marvel, and all Disney properties to create the perfect roster of fighting characters.
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 179: Portrait of a Lady on FireDo all lovers feel they are inventing something? This week, Jackson, Carter, and Jeff revisit the RCR Top 100 and discuss, in depth, their first international feature: "Portrait of a Lady on Fire". The boys dive into this 2019 French film, discuss its many themes, messages, and beauty. Then, Carter puts Jeff and Jackson to the test on their knowledge of queer representation in movies.
2024-04-051h 36The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 175: Dune - Part IIAs written, the boys have returned to Arrakis to discuss the movie event of the year thus far: "Dune: Part II". Jackson, Carter, and Jeff discuss where they stand with "Dune" upon rewatch, what they thought of the sequel, and discuss the lofty public claims of it being one of the best movies ever made. Finally, Carter puts Jackson and Jeff to the test on the other acting credits of this ensemble cast
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 168: Seeing Double - Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters/Eagle EyeIt's everyone's least favorite time at the movies: Dumpuary. January and February are always pretty weak months at the theater, so Jackson and Carter are joined by Jeff Brown to spice up the beginning of the year. Introducing a mini series that will run through February: Seeing Double. Each week, Jackson, Carter and Jeff will bring 2 movies that they either look back fondly on to see if they still hold up, or just explore whether a certain movie is as bad as people say it is. This week, the boys have selected "Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" and "Eagle Eye" for...
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 164: It's a Wonderful LifeMerry Christmas, Rough Cut Retrospective! Jackson and Carter revisit what some call the all time greatest Christmas movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life”. The boys discuss the optimistic and deeper themes of this timeless classic, debate whether it actually is a Christmas movie to begin with, and rank it amongst the RCR Top 100 Movies. Finally, Jackson and Carter list their Mount Rushmore of Christmas movies.
2023-12-221h 12
The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 151: Se7enAh, what’s in the pod?! David Fincher is back this year with his new film ‘The Killer’. In honor of the release later this fall, Jackson and Carter revisit Fincher’s first true theatrical hit, ‘Se7en’. The boys discuss the grizzly detective story, how it has held up 30 years late, and rank it amongst the RCR Top 100 Movies. Then, Carter tests Jackson’s knowledge of other movies with numbers in their title.
2023-09-221h 19The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 146: Will Ferrell RetrospectiveIn honor of the release of his latest films, 'Barbie' and 'Strays', Jackson and Carter look back at the career of one of America's most successful comedic actors: Will Ferrell. The boys discuss Ferrell's origins, his rise through Saturday Night Live, his small secondary roles, and finally, his comedic leading roles in film. Then, Jackson and Carter respectively rank their top 5 Will Ferrell movies.
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 141: Scott Pilgrim vs the WorldHello again, friend of a friend. Jackson makes his triumphant return to the podcast as he and Carter revisit Edgar Wright's graphic novel adaptation: 'Scott Pilgrim vs the World'. The boys discuss the unique precision and filmmaking of Edgar Wright, the stacked cast, as well as the video game/comic inspired visualization of this story. Then, Carter and Jackson rank it amongst the RCR Top 100.
2023-07-141h 18The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 130: Superman the Animated SeriesIt’s Jackson’s birthday episode! So, Jackson and Carter take a trip to Metropolis and discuss one of Jackson’s favorite TV shows, ‘Superman: The Animated Series’. The boys discuss the many interpretations of Superman we’ve seen over the years and how this animated series is one of the better representations of the world and characters. Then, they discuss the future of Superman in James Gunn’s DCU by fan casting some of Superman’s most famous villains from the animated series and considering storylines that they would love to see in live action.
2023-04-281h 38The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 123: Top Actors TournamentIt's March, which means it's time for more madness. This year, Carter and Jackson have put together a random selection of 64 actors and actresses to compete in a tournament. Based on Carter and Jackson's opinions of their performances, their collective films, their overall success in the industry, and their accolades, they determine who is the most worthy of being crowned the Top Actor of the tournament, as well as the first inductee into the RCR Hall of Fame.
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 122: Monty Python and the Holy GrailI fart in your general direction! In what might be their most contentious and disagreeable conversations to date, Carter and Jackson travel to Camelot to unpack a comedy classic: 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail'. Together, they discuss how the surrealist, absurdity comedy brand of the Pythons translates 50 years later, their favorite scenes and quotes, and why Jackson and Carter disagree on the film's reception.
2023-03-031h 19
The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 100: RCR Top 100 MoviesOctober 29, 2020, two buddies set out to start a podcast to talk about movies and tv to distract themselves from the hardship the world had to offer. Today, those two buddies have successfully recorded 100 episodes of that podcast. In honor of this milestone, Jackson and Carter unveil the RCR Top 100 Movies: movies that both Carter and Jackson selected as a team that best represent their tastes, proclivities, and interests. Then, the boys announce the new direction of the Rough Cut Retrospective and explain the changes and fun new formats to come in the next 100 episodes.
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 99: The Great Shrek DebateThis episode has layers! Jackson and Carter get out of the swamp to participate in a battle between two phenomenal movies. The boys debate which film truly is the better of the two: Shrek or Shrek 2? Carter advocates for Shrek while Jackson advocates for Shrek 2. The stakes couldn't be higher as they compare the story, characters, messages, and of course, the music of each of the films to persuade you, the listener. Which is the better Shrek film? You decide for yourself.
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The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 86: Obi-Wan KenobiHello there! Jackson and Carter are joined by a jedi on the run, Davy Willian, to dive into Disney+'s most recent Star Wars outing, Obi-Wan Kenobi. The boys discuss the impact this show has on the greater Star Wars cinematic universe, why this show is remarkably better than recent Star Wars projects, and what they really loved about the return of Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen in this new story.
2022-06-241h 51The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 85: Jurassic ParkHold on to your butts. Jurassic World Dominion has arrived; and with it, the end of the Jurassic franchise. Jackson and Carter decide to hop in their jeeps and go back to where it all began with Jurassic Park. The boys discuss what they love so much about the movie, why it has stood the test of time, and why it remains a pioneer in the world of filmmaking.
2022-06-171h 35The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 84: High School Musical ConversationWhat team? RCR is finally breaking free and doing a deep dive into the High School Musical franchise. Jackson and Carter are joined by a couple of wildcats, Emily Moss and Haley Sims, to discuss the origins of HSM pandemonium, favorite movie, favorite song, and all of the questions nobody has dared to ask about the world of East High.
2022-06-101h 58The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 83: Top Gun: Maverick & Legacy SequelsThey feel the need! Jackson and Carter dive into the danger zone to talk about the surprise hit of the summer, Top Gun: Maverick. The boys compare it to its predecessor, which then opens up their conversation into the new Hollywood trend that is a legacy sequel. Together, they talk about what makes a lazy cash grab a poor legacy sequel, and what makes a new story decades later a great sequel.
2022-06-031h 34The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 82: Battle of the Podcasts Part ILet them fight! In a special crossover episode of the Rough Cut Retrospective, Carter and Jackson are joined by Kody Webb and Korbin Zvokel of 'Kody and Korbin Have a Podcast' to partake in a Movie/TV trivia battle. The boys at RCR pair up to challenge KHAP in trivia revolving around the Marvel, DC, Star Wars, A24, Star Trek, NBC shows, and even general knowledge. Want to see who comes out on top? Check out 'Kody and Korbin Have a Podcast' wherever you get your podcasts to listen to the epic conclusion on 5/28! May the best podcasters win!
2022-05-271h 39The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 81: MEN In A CarRoad trip! After 80 episodes, Jackson and Carter present their inaugural IN PERSON podcast recording. The boys wanted to make it special, so they decided to enlist the help of a chauffeur, Brian Dickinson, to drive them to the movies, to Taco Bell, and home. That's right, the boys at RCR are recording in a car this week. The gang discuss the She Hulk trailer, the future of Star Wars, Margot Robbie, and the new wacky A24 movie, Men.
2022-05-2058 minThe Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 80: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessI love RCR in every universe. Jackson and Carter dive into the madness of the new Doctor Strange movie with fellow multiverse traveller, Aldridge Zajmi. Together, the boys discuss the divisiveness of this new addition to the MCU, why there is an underwhelming feeling amongst fans, and where the movie really set itself apart from the typical superhero movie.
2022-05-131h 29The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 79: Moon KnightThe MCU's latest miniseries has come to an end, and Jackson and Carter are here to break it down. The boys are joined by resident Egyptian God, DJ Glander, to dive into all of Moon Knight's triumphs and flaws. What worked? What could've been improved? Where does this character go from here? How do they feel about Oscar Isaac's cheeky British accent?
2022-05-061h 08The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 78: Nicolas Cage RetrospectiveWe don't get a lot of things to really care about. Jackson and Carter are back with a fellow Nic Cage super fan, Brian Dickinson, to talk all things Nicolas Cage. The boys unpack his most recent film, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, before diving into their top 5 Nicolas Cage films and experiences. All in all, the gang discuss what makes Nic Cage such an uncharacteristic and brave Hollywood actor and persona. Not the bees!
2022-04-291h 52The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 77: Pitching a New DCEUThe DCEU is in shambles, and everyone knows it. In honor of Warner Bros Discovery's intentions to explore an overhaul of DC, the boys at the Rough Cut Retrospective decide to lend a hand. Jackson and Carter are joined by Ryne Benckart to pitch a new timeline of films to revitalize the DCEU. The boys pitch new films, recast major roles, and create, for once, a cohesive opening phase of a storied IP.
2022-04-222h 15The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 76: Everything Everywhere All At OnceJackson and Carter are back with another multiverse banger. This week, the boys discuss the remarkable, special, and unlikely achievement that is A24's Everything Everywhere All At Once. The gents dive into the refreshingly intricate messages of the film, what this means for the state of filmmaking today, and why this film feels like a needle in a haystack of IP and franchises. Go see this movie!
2022-04-151h 26The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 75: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-VerseListen to the Rough Cut Retrospective. It's a leap of faith. That's all it is. The Spider-People, Jackson and Carter, sling their webs to do a deep dive on the runner-up of the RCR Comic Book Movie Bracket, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. In light of the recent surge of multiverse elements in the MCU, Jackson and Carter look back at where it all began and talk about their favorite moments, performances, what this movie means to them as well as the film industry, and how it has aged 4 years later.
2022-04-081h 24The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 74: 2022 Oscars ReactionsKEEP THE ROUGH CUT RETROSPECTIVE OUT YOUR F%$@ING MOUTH! Jackson and Carter convene to react to what was perhaps the wildest moment ever witnessed on live national television. The boys discuss the 2022 Oscars in all of its chaos, wackiness, and rare loveliness. The boys give their takes on the winners, the snubs, the speed force, the prerecorded acceptance speeches, the bastardization of We Don't Talk About Bruno, and yes, the slap.
2022-04-011h 56The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 73: MCU X-Men Fancast Part IThe dawn of the MCU's version of the X-Men is upon us, and RCR thought they would lend a hand on the casting process. Carter and Jackson are joined once again by former MCU re-caster, Alex Frey, to decide who the MCU should pick to play some of their most iconic mutants such as Professor X, Magneto, Jean Grey, and many more.
2022-03-252h 05The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 72: Turning Red & Coming of Age MoviesWhat makes a perfect coming of age movie? Carter and Jackson give their review of Pixar's latest coming of age film, Turning Red, and discuss it's cultural impact. Then, the boys reveal some of their top coming of age movies and explain what they love about this specific genre of film.
2022-03-181h 36The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 71: The BatmanWe're vengeance. Carter and Jackson are joined by fellow caped crusader, Blake Billow, to talk all things Batman. The boys dive into Matt Reeves' new incarnation of the dark knight, and talk about their favorite moments, performances, and scenes. Finally, the boys ponder on the future of Robert Pattinson's Batman, and attempt to rank all of the Batman films.
2022-03-111h 59The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 70: Comic Book Movie TournamentIt's March, and that can only mean one thing: madness. Jackson and Carter introduce a bracket challenge of their own this month in the form of comic book movies. The boys reveal their comic book movie bracket and predict which films will prevail in each hypothetical matchup, and which will fall. Who will the winner be? Spider-Man: No Way Home? The Dark Knight? Venom: Let There Be Carnage? You decide.
2022-03-041h 38The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 69: PeacemakerDo ya really wanna, do ya really wanna taste it? Jackson and Carter are back to talk about DC's new series, Peacemaker. The boys dissect the show's story, characters, and themes, as well as discuss what sets DC television apart from MCU television.
2022-02-251h 26The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 68: The Book of Boba FettIt's been a year since live action Star Wars television left our lives. Finally, The Book of Boba Fett is here, and Jackson and Carter were quite underwhelmed. The boys discuss the many shortcomings of this show, including the storytelling choices, the supporting cast, and the allure of its titular protagonist. Finally, they boys attempt to reach a conclusion as to what this show means for the current and future state of Star Wars film and television.
2022-02-181h 16The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 67: 2022 Oscar NominationsIt's that time again! Jackson and Carter are joined by their comPODres, Kody Webb and Korbin Zvokel of Kody and Korbin Have a Podcast, to break down all of the nominees for the 2022 Academy Awards. The boys make their bold predictions for each category, discuss snubs and surprises, and talk about their favorite and least favorite films of the bunch.
2022-02-112h 01The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 66: 2022 Fantasy Movie DraftNew year, new movies! Jackson and Carter are joined by returning guests, (Matt Holt, Brian Dickinson), as well as new guest, David Obert, to participate in the Inaugural Rough Cut Retrospective Fantasy Movie Draft. The boys get to choose from a list of all the planned 2022 movie releases and must each draft 10 films to follow throughout the year. By February of next year, the winner will be determined based on box office earnings, critical reception, and audience reception. Who will win? Who will come up short? Who will draft Minions: Rise of Gru?
2022-02-041h 40The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 65: Hot Movie TakesYou can't handle the truth! Jackson and Carter are joined by the master of hot takes, Kody Webb, to exorcise the demons inside of us that we've been dying to let loose. The boys share their hottest takes on subjects such as the MCU, DC, Toy Story, Christopher Nolan, Christmas movies, 'red flag' movies, the state of movie going as a whole, and much, much more. Check out our buddies Kody and Korbin on their own podcast, Kody and Korbin Have a Podcast!
2022-01-281h 30The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 64: The Bunker EpisodeAs we enter the third year of the pandemic, Jackson and Carter are preparing for the worst. This week, the boys look back at the previous decade and decide to pick a film from each year of the 2010's to take with them into their doomsday bunker. The boys have to make some tough decisions and some brutal cuts as to which 10 films they will take with them to watch throughout the apocalypse, and what they will leave behind.
2022-01-221h 21The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 63: Best and Worst of 20212021 has come and gone, and Carter and Jackson have podcasted through it all. The boys sit down to reminisce on the year in entertainment by giving out nominations and awards to deserving movies and TV shows. The boys give out awards such as most underrated movie, most bizarre performance, best superhero movie, biggest shock, and best and worst movies of the year.
2022-01-141h 38The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 62: Harry Potter ConversationYer a podcast, Harry! In honor of the 20th Anniversary of the beginning of the Harry Potter film series, Jackson and Carter are joined by The Boy Who Lived, Jake Milwit, to discuss all things HP. The wizards discuss why Harry Potter is so beloved to them, what they thought of the 20th Anniversary Special, and their favorite Harry Potter things.
2022-01-082h 02The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 61: HawkeyeHappy New Year!! As 2021 comes to a close, Carter and Jackson sit down to talk about the final MCU television show of the year: Hawkeye. The boys discuss their overall thoughts on the show, break down each episode, and discuss the implications the show has on the MCU as a whole. #RIPBettyWhite
2022-01-011h 40The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 60: Spider-Man: No Way HomeThwip thwip and Merry Christmas! What better gift is there to receive this holiday season than the arrival of the most anticipated movie of the year! Jackson and Carter are joined by friendly neighborhood Spidey expert, Quinn Galyan, to discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home. The boys dive into a deep, spoiler filled review of what they loved, what didn't work, what lingering questions they have, and what lived up to the hype.
2021-12-241h 39The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 59: Spider-Man Conversation and TriviaWith great podcasts comes great responsibility. Carter and Jackson are joined by Alex Frey and Ryne Benckart to share each other's joy and anticipation for Spider-Man: No Way Home by reminiscing on their history with the web slinging hero. The boys discuss their favorite Spider-Man movies, villains, characters, moments, and settle the debate on who is the best Spider-Man. Then, Carter and Jackson make Ryne and Frey battle it out in a Spider-Man trivia showdown.
2021-12-171h 46The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 58: Steven Spielberg Hall of FameHold on to your butts! In honor of Steven Spielberg's new release, West Side Story, Carter and Jackson delve into Spielberg's filmography to create the Steven Spielberg Hall of Fame. The boys look through the director's catalogue of over 30 films in order to parse out which 10 belong in a pantheon of their own, and discuss what has made Steven Spielberg so special over the past 50 years.
2021-12-101h 27The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 57: Top DocumentariesIn honor of the magical release of The Beatles: Get Back, Jackson and Carter are here to talk about the non fiction for a change. The boys discuss the power of documentary filmmaking, ruminate on the moving messages some of their favorites have, and whittle down to their top 5 must watch documentary films and series.
2021-12-031h 42The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 56: A Home Sweet Home Alone RantI made my cohost disappear?....I made my cohost disappear! Jackson is out traveling for Thanksgiving this week, so Carter is here solo podcasting this week. Since Carter is here alone, he decides to goon a tirade about Disney +'s reboot/remake/sequel, Home Sweet Home Alone. Carter describes what makes this movie a crockpot of crap and how it is the perfect example of everything that is wrong with the state of movies today.
2021-11-2639 minThe Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 55: Matthew McConaughey RetrospectiveAlright, alright, alright! Jackson and Carter are joined by McConaughey enthusiast, Quinton Mayo, to reminisce on the career of actor, producer, author, and the potential future Governor of Texas: Matthew McConaughey. The gang discuss the unique rise of the rom com star and how the McConaissance completely redefined how we view him as a powerhouse in Hollywood. Then, they share their respective top five McConaughey movies/performances. Just keep livin'.
2021-11-191h 49The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 54: EternalsWe're Podcasters. We came here seven thousand years ago, to protect humans from Deviants. Jackson and Carter are joined this week by fellow MCU consumer, Brian Dickinson, to review the third entry into Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Eternals. The gang discuss what they enjoyed about the fresh new addition to the MCU, contemplate why critics and fans are giving it such harsh reviews, and consider the implications for the future of this cinematic universe.
2021-11-121h 27The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 53: Will Smith RetrospectiveNow this is a podcast all about who? In anticipation of King Richard and Will Smith's Oscar campaign, Jackson and Carter discuss the career of one of Hollywood's most powerful movie stars. The boys get into what makes Will Smith such a charismatic and commanding force in our popular culture as well as talk about their favorite Will Smith performances.
2021-11-051h 38The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 52: DUNE! RCR TURNS 1!Happy Birthday, Rough Cut Retrospective! On RCR's 1 year anniversary, Jackson and Carter journey to Arrakis with local Fremen, Ryne Benckart, to discuss and review the long awaited release of Dune and why this movie feels so special. The gang discuss everything they loved about the movie as well as the potential of a refreshing new franchise.
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2021-10-291h 23The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 51: Top Spooky MoviesIt's spooky season, boys and girls. And what's spookier than bringing your girlfriend on a podcast to tell your darkest secrets? Jackson and Carter are joined by Jackson's significant other, Abbi Feiner, to discuss all of the must watches for the Halloween season. The trio discuss what they look for in a good scary movie, their go to watches for late October, and the beauty of a show they mutually love: The Haunting of Hill House.
2021-10-221h 24The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 50: James Bond's Past, Present, and Future2 very exciting anniversaries this week: the 50th episode of RCR, and the 25th Bond film. Jackson and Carter celebrate the occasion and are joined by their suave James Bond aficionado, Matt Moore. The boys discuss the previous iterations and films in the James Bond canon and how the character has evolved over nearly 60 years on screen to Daniel Craig's revolutionary take on 007. In addition, the gang reviews Craig's swan song as Bond in No Time to Die, speculates the future of the character, and recast/pitch a future Bond movie.
2021-10-151h 54The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 49: Venom: Let There Be Carnage & What If...?We are your guide through these vast new realities. Jackson and Carter are back to talk about the wackiness that is Venom: Let There Be Carnage, and the highs and lows of Marvel's What If...? series. The boys discuss the strange choices made in the new Venom film, what that wild post credits scene means, what they liked and didn't like about What If...?, and their own respective 'what if' scenarios in the MCU and other movies.
2021-10-081h 31The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 48: Wes Anderson RetrospectiveKeep your hands off my lobby boy! In anticipation of The French Dispatch release this month, Carter and Jackson sit down to discuss the filmography of writer/director Wes Anderson. The boys talk about his unique, stylistic approach to storytelling and filmmaking, what makes his movies so appealing to the eye, and what we love about each of his 9 films.
2021-10-011h 37The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 47: Adam Driver RetrospectiveEvery day I wake up and listen to the Rough Cut Retrospective! With the upcoming releases of The Last Duel and House of Gucci, Jackson and Carter sit down to discuss the unconventional rise, prestige, and career of Adam Driver. The boys offer their insight as to why Adam Driver is one of the greatest working actors today, his ability to pick impressive projects, and their favorite performances from the marine-turned-actor.
2021-09-241h 30The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 46: 2019 Oscars RetrospectiveTell me something, girl: are you happy in this modern world? RCR is here to make it worth your while. Carter and Jackson sit down to revisit the films of 2018 who were prestigious enough to receive Oscar nominations and wins. The boys give their own revisionist nominations for the major categories and give their takes on who was deserving, who was rightfully rewarded, and who was snubbed. Listen for rants surrounding the manipulation of Green Book, the lack of respect for Bo Burnham, and Rami Malek's ability to wear bucked teeth and win an Oscar.
2021-09-171h 37The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 45: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten RingsWhat a weekend for Shang Chi! The latest film in the MCU not only shattered the Labor Day box office record, but also, the movie is being discussed on the Rough Cut Retrospective! This week, Carter and Jackson dive into the action packed, mystical world of Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. The boys discuss the impact this film is having, both culturally as well as cinematically, and review all of the great things this new superhero film has to offer.
2021-09-101h 28The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 44: The Dark Knight RetrospectiveIt's the podcast the world deserves, but not the one it needs right now...just kidding, you need it. Carter's birthday was this past week, and Jackson returned the favor of letting Carter talk about whatever he wanted. Jackson and Carter sit down to discuss Christopher Nolan's acclaimed Batman sequel, The Dark Knight. Listen as the boys discuss why this film means so much to them, its impact on how movies were made and consumed for the past decade, and their favorite performances and scenes. Also, listen to Carter hop on a soap box to try and put into...
2021-09-031h 39The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 43: The Ultimate MCU RecastIn a world full of reboots and sequels, who's ready to reboot the most successful movie franchise of all time already? Carter and Jackson are joined once again by their friendly neighborhood Marvel fanatic, Alex Frey, to recast every major MCU character to date should Kevin Feige decide to restart the MCU in 2021. The boys bring each of their respective picks for each role, and debate which actor/actress should fill the shoes of the famous comic book characters. Who will be disappointed? Who will be excited? Will Brendan Fraser make it into the MCU?
2021-08-271h 57The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 42: Robin Williams RetrospectiveYou ain't never had a friend like us! On the 7 year anniversary of the loss of Robin Williams, Carter and Jackson sit down to discuss the impact Robin Williams has had on their lives as well as the world. The boys discuss their personal favorite Robin Williams movies, as well as the legacy he left that made him so special and loved as the consummate entertainer of a generation.
2021-08-201h 14The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 41: The Suicide SquadSo that's it? What, we some kinda...suicide squad? Well, kinda. Carter and Jackson are back to discuss DC's mulligan about a band of superheroes fighting evil in James Gunn's The Suicide Squad. The boys discuss why it's better than 2016's Suicide Squad and what really sets it apart as one of the year's best films, as well as one of the best the DCEU has to offer.
2021-08-131h 22The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 40: A24 RetrospectiveAfter a week hiatus, Jackson and Carter are joined by Korbin Zvokel, co-host of 'Kody and Korbin Have a Podcast', to talk all things A24. The boys discuss the newest film, The Green Knight, from the Oscar winning production studio, as well as their personal favorites from their catalogue. They also sink in to discuss what makes A24 so unique in the landscape of blockbusters, IP, and franchises and why A24 is one of the few studios left producing original stories.
2021-08-061h 45The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 39: M. Night Shyamalan RetrospectiveSwing away, George. M. Night Shyamalan is back with his new movie, Old. Jackson and Carter are here to take a trip down memory lane and explore the writer/director/producer's career in all of its twisty madness. Where did he succeed? Where did he fail? What the hell happened to The Last Airbender?
2021-07-231h 33The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 38: Black Widow & LokiBlack Widow is back (kinda), Loki is here to stay, and the future of the MCU is utter chaos. Jackson and Carter chat about Black Widow's return to the big screen as well as Loki leading the charge into the insanity that will soon be the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The boys discuss what worked, what didn't work, and why Florence Pugh is still, firmly, the love of Carter's life.
2021-07-161h 32The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 37: Top Sports MoviesNBA Finals, the Olympics, and Space Jam: A New Legacy are upon us! So, the gang decided to get sporty. Jackson and Carter are joined by fellow sporty gent, Jesse Sherman, to discuss what makes a great sports movie and their top sports movies of all time.
2021-07-091h 28The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 36: Disney Channel Original MoviesHi, we're the Rough Cut Retrospective, and you're watching Disney Channel! Jackson and Carter take a nostalgia trip to discuss the origin of Disney Channel Original Movies and the best of the best when it comes to the DCOMs.
2021-07-021h 32The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 35: Top MCU CharactersWe are in the middle of a new resurgence of Marvel content after a long year of nothing. With the excitement of Loki and the arrival of Black Widow in July, Jackson and Carter decide to put together their top 10 MCU characters. Who's on top? Who didn't make the cut? Which of the boys has Howard the Duck on their list?
2021-06-251h 35The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 34: The Importance of LGBTQ+ StoriesHappy Pride Month!! In celebration of the vibrant LGBTQ+ community, Jackson and Carter have a discussion about how the this community is portrayed in film and television, as well as discuss some of the most powerful LGBTQ+ stories put to screen. The boys also discuss the future of LGBTQ+ stories and representation and the progress that is still to be made.
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2021-06-181h 29The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 33: Top Movie MusicalsIn The Heights opens today, followed by Dear Evan Hansen in September, and the West Side Story remake in December. Jackson and Carter decide to get theatrical and discuss their top movie musicals. The boys discuss what makes a good movie musical, what makes a bad movie musical, what we would like to see turned into a movie musical, and we beg for Tom Hooper to release the butthole cut of Cats.
2021-06-111h 27The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 32: Summer Blockbuster DraftSummer is upon us, and with the reopening of theaters, summer blockbuster season is back! Jackson and Carter are joined by their pal, Ritesh "Teshy" Bhambhani, to compete in a draft of historical summer blockbuster movies. Each man drafts 18 movies that were released during the summer movie season and surpassed $1.5 M at the domestic box office to create the perfect summer blockbuster season. Who will be a box office success? Who will be a box office flop? Who will draft Minions?
2021-06-041h 21The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 31: Nerd Trivia ShowdownJackson and Carter are back and they are here to challenge each other to a nerd battle. In a busy news and movie watching week, the boys ask each other 10 questions revolving around their respective nerd knowledge bases to decide who knows more about their respective fandoms. Who knows more about Marvel? Star Wars? DC? Lord of the Rings? MUPPETS? Um, actually, you have to listen to find out.
2021-05-281h 45The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 30: Disney Live Action RemakesEmma Stone's Cruella is quickly approaching, so Jackson and Carter wanted to take stock of the current state of movies like Cruella. The boys dive into Disney's live action remakes over the past 10 years and discuss what this new cash cow breeding system has to offer. What makes a live action remake of a classic Disney film work? What makes it crumble? What makes the new Mulan such a hot piece of trash?
2021-05-211h 45The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 29: SNL All-Star Dream CastsIt seems Saturday Night Live said 'screw it, Elon Musk will host this week's episode.' So, it got Jackson and Carter thinking 'what if we could do whatever we want with SNL?' The boys are joined by their pal, Davy Willian, to draft their dream all-star SNL cast from over 40 years of SNL cast members. Who will emerge a super star? Who will end up in a van down by the river? Who will draft Brooks Wheelan?
2021-05-141h 50The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 28: The Falcon and the Winter SoldierIt's been a week since the conclusion of the MCU's second Disney+ exclusive television show: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Jackson and Carter are joined by their pal, Alex Frey, to discuss how they felt about the show as a whole, as well as an episode by episode breakdown. The boys also discuss the brave and groundbreaking messages of this new show, and what it might signal for the future of the MCU.
2021-05-071h 44The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 27: 2021 Oscars BreakdownWere you one of the sheer 9.8 million people who watched the 2021 Oscars? Probably not. Jackson and Carter breakdown this year's new, experimental Oscars ceremony in the wake of COVID-19. The boys discuss what they really found fun and fresh, what they really found fraught and troublesome, and why this ceremony needs a massive overhaul. They also discuss highs and lows of the ceremony, the winners, the losers, and yes, Chadwick Boseman not winning an Oscar.
2021-04-301h 34The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 26: X-Men's Past, Present, and FutureIt's Jackson's golden birthday (woo!), so Carter gave him the power to talk about whatever he wanted. The boys discuss the wacky latest installment of the X-Men Extended Universe, The New Mutants, and all of the production drama surrounding the film's original 2018 release being pushed back to August 2020. They also discuss what the future has in store for the X-Men under Disney's control, as well as ranking all 13 current X-Men related films.
2021-04-231h 46The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 25: Knives OutRian Johnson and Daniel Craig are bringing us two sequels to Knives Out, and Jackson and Carter wanted to get into the spirit. The boys are joined by a returning guest, Jeff Brown, to do a deep dive on Knives Out, as well as a fan cast for Knives Out 2. Put your cable knit sweaters on and strap in for this twisted web of an episode.
2021-04-161h 50The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 24: Godzilla vs. KongBlockbusters are back! Jackson and Carter are joined by their pal, Ryne Benckart, to discuss Godzilla vs. Kong in all of it's monsterful glory. The boys discuss what worked, what didn't work, and who really won this epic battle. Also, the boys decide to get in the spirit of fictional, wacky characters battling it out: they pit some fantasy character creations against each other and try to decide important questions such as 'Would Moana with an AK-47 beat an Adam Sandler centaur in battle?'. Riveting stuff.
2021-04-091h 23The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 23: The Importance of Asian StoriesWith the recent outpouring of anti-Asian slander, sentiments, and hate crimes against Asian people, Carter and Jackson take a moment to shine a light on notable Asian stories. The boys discuss their top 5 Asian led, produced, and directed films to hopefully enlighten others to the power and intrigue of Asian stories, and to elevate Asian voices in cinema as well as the country as a whole. #StopAsianHate
2021-04-021h 15The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 22: The Snyder CutThey did it. They actually did it. Carter and Jackson sat through all 4 hours of Zack Snyder's cut of Justice League, and they have some thoughts. Listen as Jackson and Carter talk through the entire cut discussing what worked, what didn't work, and whether it is, according to film bros across the land, the Citizen Kane of our generation.
2021-03-261h 40The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 21: 2021 Oscar NominationsThe Academy announced their 2021 nominations for the 93rd Academy Awards, and Jackson and Carter are here to break them down. The boys dive into all the nominees and discuss who they think will win, the snubs, the surprises, and wrap their brains around the thought of "The Prom" receiving 0 nominations.
2021-03-191h 27The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 20: WandaVisionThe MCU'S first official limited series has come to an end on Disney Plus, and Jackson and Carter are here to break it down. The boys give their overall opinions of the show, break down each episode, and discuss what it all means for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
2021-03-121h 33The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 19: The Dream StreamIt's March, baby! Madness! Jackson and Carter are joined by their movie loving pal, Matt Holt, to get in on the excitement of March with their own selection show. The boys compete in the first ever Rough Cut Draft to create their "Dream Stream". Each gent drafts different franchises, characters, television networks, and content in order to create their ideal streaming service. Who will come out on top? Who will fail gloriously? Who will draft Twilight?
2021-03-051h 35The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 18: The Importance of Black StoriesBefore February comes to a close, Jackson and Carter decide to have a discussion to honor Black History Month. This week, the boys are joined by musician/writer/creator, Phoenix King, to talk about the portrayal and history of black stories in film and media as a whole; their triumphs, their shortcomings, and how we all can better educate ourselves on the significance of black stories not just this month, but every month.
2021-02-261h 49The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 17: Pitch WeekDue to unforeseen technical difficulties, Carter and Jackson throw the formula out and provide something never before seen on the podcast. Introducing Pitch Week: an episode where the boys pitch one movie based on a prediscussed prompt of the Daily Wire’s next Gina Carano cinematic masterpiece, as well as two extra, unprompted pitches of the next Michael Jackson biopic and a fun way to update the story of Magneto in the MCU.
Disclaimer: We despise Gina Carano, the Daily Wire, and their dangerous radical right wing rhetoric.
2021-02-2041 minThe Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 16: Love and Rom ComsValentine's Day is right around the corner, so it's time to load up the feel good rom coms with your significant other. Jackson and Carter are joined by their pal, Stephanie Brown, to talk about their favorite romantic comedies as well as Stephanie's real life, Hollywood-esque, love story. Jackson also puts Stephanie to the test to see just how well her and her husband know each other and whether they are deserving of the title of "loveliest couple in the land". #FreeBritney
2021-02-121h 44The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 15: 2021 Golden Globes NominationsThe Golden Globes announced their nominations for their annual awards show, and boy, are they wacky as always. Jackson and Carter go through every major category in both television and movies to talk about the nominees, who was snubbed, who we think will win, and why did James Corden get nominated.
2021-02-051h 29The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 14: Batman Begins RetrospectiveIn honor of Christian Bale's birthday and possibly the end of Christopher Nolan's partnership with Warner Bros, Jackson and Carter return for the first of three retrospective episodes to take a deep dive on The Dark Knight Trilogy, beginning with Batman Begins. Listen as the boys discuss the impact this movie had on the superhero genre, where Christian Bale's Batman ranks amongst other Batmans, and our favorite moments and performances in the movie.
2021-01-291h 40The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 13: The Perks of Being a Wallflower RetrospectiveIn this moment, I swear, we are infinite. The boys are back with their very first movie retrospective episode and their very first co host! Jackson and Carter are joined by Annie Merritt, creator of 30-YARD DASH: a sports and wellness podcast in which Annie interviews sports and wellness professionals and inspires others to live life to the fullest. Together, the three get into the weeds with a movie of Annie's choosing: The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Listen as the gang breaks down almost every aspect of the movie including depictions of mental illness and high school, as...
2021-01-221h 41The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 12: Our Top 2020 MomentsJackson and Carter decide to delve into the past one last time and break down their top 5 most impactful pop culture moments of 2020. The boys look back on the highs and the lows of 2020, as well as investigate Netflix's 2021 release schedule and Armie Hammer's DMs.
2021-01-151h 13The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 11: Mandalorian Season 2 & Star Wars Trivia BoogalooJackson and Carter strap on their bezkar armor to break down Season 2 of The Mandalorian and why the show is so palatable for both casual and die hard Star Wars fans. Also, Jackson and Carter host the inaugural Rough Cut Retrospective Star Wars Trivia Battle with three of the fiercest Star Wars fans in the Midwest: Jeff Brown, Davy Willian, and Alex Frey. Who will win? Who will lose? Who's scruffy looking?
2021-01-081h 54The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 10: Soul & WW84It's 2021, and Jackson and Carter ring in the new year with two new blockbuster movies: Pixar's Soul and DC's Wonder Woman 1984. The boys break down each movie in excruciating detail, try to piece together major plot holes, and discuss what works and doesn't work in what was one of the most exciting days 2020 had to offer in terms of movies.
SPOILER FREE SOUL REVIEW: 22:08-33:11
SPOILER FREE WW84 REVIEW: 48:01-58:57
2021-01-021h 38The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 9: A Pixar RetrospectiveIt's Christmas, and Pixar has decided to place a new movie, SOUL, underneath our tree this year! In preparation for the new movie, Carter and Jackson embark on a 22 movie long journey to discuss every Pixar movie to date. Listen in as the boys discuss their personal hierarchies of Pixar films, why Pixar is so good at making us cry, and why Pixar feels the need to give their supporting characters their own movies.
2020-12-251h 39The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 8: The Disney SurplusNot to be outdone by HBO Max's announcement last week, Disney has announced over 60 new projects consisting of shorts, tv shows, and films coming over the span of the next 3 years. Jackson and Carter attempt to unpack every major announcement in the realm of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, 20th Century, and Star Wars and discuss what we are looking forward to. In addition, we listen to Tom Cruise snap and anxiously anticipate Jeremy Renner returning home to his family.
2020-12-191h 29The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 7: The HBO Max DilemmaFor those that love going to the movie theater, the movie going experience took a huge hit this past week. With the announcement that Warner Bros will be releasing all of their 2021 films on both HBO Max and in movie theaters simultaneously, Jackson and Carter discuss what this means for the future of movie theaters and filmmakers and how the way we all watch movies may change forever. The boys get down to business and also talk about Spider-Man casting rumors and give their thoughts on Jewish representation in media in perhaps the most informative episode to date.
2020-12-191h 20The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 6: Holiday Movie ExtravaganzaThanksgiving has come and gone, and it's time to think of bigger and badder holidays. In fact, the boys decide to help you all out and pick the quintessential movies for 12 respective holidays. And the big questions this week: Is Netflix the most woke and understanding studio system in the game? Are Tom and Jerry secretly gay lovers? Is Barack Obama getting a biopic starring Drake? Do dads enjoy movies that aren't based on true stories? Finally, can Jackson succeed at Carter's brand new game? DISCLAIMER: We recorded this episode prior to the news that Warner Bros would be sending...
2020-12-191h 22The Rough Cut RetrospectiveEP 5: Movie Character Thanksgiving DinnerGobble gobble! In honor of Thanksgiving, the boys rise from their deep turkey slumber to create a problematic Thanksgiving dinner table comprised of movie characters. In addition, we venture to answer all of your questions. Is Clifford the Big Red Dog nightmare fuel? Will movie theaters die if Wonder Woman succeeds? Did Donald Trump get his inspiration for 'Sleepy Joe' from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? Can Carter pick the real Disney Channel Original Movie from the fake ones? Is Jackson the new spokesperson for defying gender norms? All this and more on a fun filled, Black Friday episode!
2020-11-271h 17The Rough Cut RetrospectiveThe PilotAs the world slowly burns around us, Jackson and Carter have entered the game of podcasting to answer all of the hard hitting questions. Is Borat a national treasure? Why is it so hard to make a Scooby Doo movie? Is Oscar Issac Jewish? How did Quibi die after only 6 months? Is Kanye Darth Vader? What are the best tv pilots of all time? The boys discuss in their debut episode.
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