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PolarizedRoad House (1989)We are jumping into a cult classic movie that wasn't polarizing enough to warrant a remake. In our discussion of the House of Roads we delve into the sensuality, fits, and mindset of James Dalton (Patrick Swayze), revel in the size of the explosions, and find a strange comparison to True Detective: Night Country. Critics: 41% Audience: 67% 2024-03-281h 52
PolarizedOcean's 11 (1960)We are going back in time to 1960 to review the oldest movie in the PolarizedPod catalogue. With drinks in hand we make comparisons to the remake, imagine what the movie would be like if they were allowed more than one take, and play a rousing new game of "Smoke or "Fire. Critics: 48% Audience: 81%2024-01-012h 09
PolarizedHome Alone 2: Lost in New YorkHappy Holidays from Polarized Pod! Before we take a romp through a gratuitously violent sequel, we talk about what we're watching and try to decide our favorite Christmas movie. Critics: 35% Audience: 62%2023-12-232h 25
PolarizedInfinity PoolWHAT HAPPENS IN LI TOLQA STAYS IN LI TOLQA Critics: 87% Audience: 52%2023-11-182h 22
PolarizedNo One Will Save YouOn a special Halloween night recording we talk a lot about a movie that has little to say. Before that we share our favorite Halloween candy, discuss what we're watching, and hash out the good, bad , and ugly of streaming services producing movies. Critics: 81% Audience: 56%2023-11-071h 30
PolarizedThe Pope's ExorcistIn order to continue the spooky season festivities, we chose an audience favored movie that came out in the year of our Lord, 2023. With our resident Russel Crowe expert we banter about exorcism movies, celebrate the explosive final act, and play a riveting game of Review Blitz: Russel Crowe Edition. Critics: 49% Audience: 81%2023-10-311h 53
PolarizedSpliceIn our much anticipated return to spooky season, we cover a certified fresh critic's pick that features morally reprobate main characters doubling as rock and roll scientists, a dancing monster, and a final act that left us speechless (until we made a podcast episode about it). Critics: 75% Audience: 37%2023-10-251h 40
PolarizedCon AirWELCOME TO CON AIRCritics: 58% Audience: 75%2023-10-131h 48
PolarizedWhere the Crawdads SingWe start this episode with a new segment of "What Are You Watchin?", do our best to breakdown the logistics of Marsh Girl life, and try to find what's missing from a book we haven't read.Critics: 35% Audience: 96%2023-09-261h 18
PolarizedGodzilla: King of the MonstersAs summer draws to a close, so does our summer sequel series with a melee for the ages. Join us as Godzilla makes friends and enemies in a sequel that is packed full of monster battles, one-liners, and villains with questionable choices. Critics: 42% Audience: 83%2023-09-191h 38
PolarizedRush Hour 2PolarizedPod is doing sequels! In this episode we review the recipe for the Breezy Brandini before inventing the new Brandnon Manhattan, mention some of our other favorite duos, and attempt to understand the hate for this movie. Critics: 51% Audience: 74%2023-09-121h 15
PolarizedScream 2 It's a sequel summer bash and we are taking a stab at the Scream franchise. With our guest we begin with a concert review, have a sequel discussion of our own to match the one in the movie, and breakdown some of the leaks that plagued the making of Scream 2. Critics: 82% Audience: 58%2023-08-312h 08
PolarizedBad Boys 2The Polarized boys are taking another trip into the Michael Bay universe with a maximalist sequel. We revel in the legendary car chases, praise the chemistry, and question the sensibilities of Michael Bay. Critics: 23% Audience: 78%2023-08-171h 30
PolarizedWar of the WorldsNot only are the worlds warring, but the audiences and critics are also battling over Spielberg's adaptation of H.G. Wells classic story. PolarizedPod along with their "space expert" blarj tackle the most recent alien news, challenge the abrupt ending, and play a riveting game of Magnetized. Critics: 75% Audience: 42%2023-08-091h 31
PolarizedCaptain MarvelPolarized Pod is taking its first step into Marvel territory as Captain Brandini and Jamesdini hash out the origins of Marvel's most powerful hero. We share our feelings on the MCU and its effect on cinema, touch on Brandini's other podcast where he screams into the void, and rage against beam powers. Critics: 79% Audience: 45%2023-08-011h 50
PolarizedFast XWe are dipping our toes into the tenth iteration of the Fast and Furious franchise where there's more family and villains than ever before. In our discussion we question the decision to rehash Fast Five, groan over the empty void of a warehouse where Brie Larson is forced to deliver exposition, and attempt to decipher the ethos of Jason Momoa.Critics: 56% Audience: 84%2023-07-252h 28
PolarizedStar Wars: Rise of SkywalkerIn our follow up to Last Jedi we lightspeed skip through the plot of Rise of Skywalker that resembles tangled spaghetti. Before that we catch up on birthdays and weddings, Brandini gives a review of Avatar: Way of Water, and we try to decipher the failings and successes of the Skywalker Saga.Critics: 52% Audience: 86%2023-06-172h 01
PolarizedStar Wars: The Last JediPolarized is jumping into the Star Wars universe to discuss one of the most polarizing movies ever. Throughout the discussion we bring up other comparable trilogies, try to figure out what Holdo's deal is, and even polarize ourselves!Critics: 91% Audience: 42%2023-06-071h 45
PolarizedPeter Pan & Wendy In a callback to our very first episode, we are taking another dive into a Disney live action remake. Before we do, we review Brandini's Vince Vaughn movie tier list, share our feelings on Disney's strategy of remaking their classics, and check in on our good friend David Lowery. Critics: 62% Audience: 11%2023-05-311h 25
PolarizedBerry Gordy's The Last DragonIn our last episode of our Berry Gordy series we are jumping into a martial arts comedy heavily inspired by Bruce Lee movies. Before we do that, we give a brief concert update, check out some wacky Yelp reviews from places like Wetzel's Pretzels, and finish off the episode with our new game Review Blitz.2023-05-171h 55
PolarizedThe WizWe are taking a trip through the not so wonderful land of Oz in order to continue our series on Motown and Berry Gordy. In this Oz there is a Michael Jackson scarecrow, a colorless void of a Munchkinland, and trippy visuals that belong in a fever dream.Critics: 41% Audience: 65%2023-04-2556 min
PolarizedMahoganyPolarized is jumping into a three part series of Berry Gordy films starting with a film starring Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, and Anthony Perkins. We take our time breaking down both the telescope and car wreck photo shoots as well as the unloaded gun tussle. Critics: 30% Audience: 76%2023-04-011h 49
PolarizedRevenge (2018)We are wrapping up our series of revenge movies with Revenge: The Movie. We attempt to break down all of the big choices throughout the film, interpret the hatred from the audience side, and rank all of the vengeance movies we have covered. Critics: 93% Audience: 58%2023-03-211h 42
PolarizedLaw Abiding CitizenRevenge is a dish best served with steak, mac and cheese, and steamed asparagus. Polarized is forging on with another Vengeance Man movie, this time starring Gerard Butler as a master tinkerer hell-bent on dismantling the system from under Jamie Foxx's feet. We struggle with Gerry B's horrific methods, give a few Oscar predictions, and play a solo game of Magnetized featuring a Brandini favorite film. 2023-03-131h 47
PolarizedThe Punisher (2004)We are continuing our series of revenge movies with The Punisher, who's super power seems to be vengeance. Throughout the conversation we touch on the frayed journey of Marvel films, revisit James Bond and our feelings on No Time to Die, as well as attempt to translate the political reaction that might affect the polarizing scores of revenge movies.Critics: 29% Audience: 63%2023-03-071h 46
PolarizedUnhingedIt's an Unhinged episode as we ramble through the slasher-esque plot, break down the ethos of Russell Crowe's nameless villain, and play a brand new game that is also nameless.Critics: 48% Audience: 77%2023-02-282h 17
PolarizedGrandma's BoyWE'RE OFF THE RAILS. IN FACT THERE ARE NO RAILS. Critics: 15% Audience: 85%2023-02-201h 53
PolarizedPhantom of the OperaWE ARE ALL PHANTOMS. WE ARE ALL CHRISTINES. Critics: 33% Audience: 84%2023-02-122h 11
PolarizedFear and Loathing in Las VegasIt is a very special episode this time on Polarized where we are visited by an old friend to talk about a movie that is dear to our hearts. We take a trip through our history as friends and pick out new things to notice in a movie we have seen countless times.Critics: 49% Audience: 89%2023-02-052h 30
PolarizedAd AstraThe Polarized Kingdom and blarj are taking a space voyage to Neptune where we will reminisce about our past polarizing movie adventures, compare this movie to some of our other sci-fi favorites, and come out the other side polarized ourselves. Critics: 83% Audience: 41%2023-01-302h 06
PolarizedDear Evan HansenWe are jumping into one of our most polarizing movies yet in this high school musical based on the Tony award winning show. Brandini, The Forever Guest, and their temporary guest work through the age criticisms of the lead actor, decry the "family friend", and play a rousing game of Magnetized. Critics: 29% Audience: 88%2023-01-162h 00
PolarizedNational Treasure: Book of SecretsWe are going to sequel land where there's new locations, characters, and reasons to watch the first one instead. In NT: BOS Rage Cage is loose, Aquafina is a plot element, and Helen Mirren rejoins the family a la Fast and the Furious. Happy 69th episode!Critics: 36% Audience: 67%2023-01-081h 51
PolarizedNational TreasureIn our last episode of 2022 we jump back into Bruckheimer territory with a Nicolas Cage feature. We joke about conspiracy theories, wrestle with the grittiness level of Indiana Jones ripoffs, and try to get to the bottom of the reason of tucked in shirts on middle aged men. 2023-01-021h 32
PolarizedJust FriendsTwo friends discuss a Christmas movie about friends during Christmas.Critics: 42% Audience: 71%2022-12-221h 46
PolarizedIt's a Very Merry Muppet ChristmasIn order to jump into the holiday season, the Polarized kingdom is playing host to the Muppets for their lesser known straight to TV 2002 holiday special. We list our favorite Muppets, have a back and forth about It's a Wonderful Life, and watch some commercials from 2002. Critics: 82% Audience: 51%2022-12-121h 28
PolarizedThe Trip to GreeceOn this episode, we attempt to accomplish a similar feat as the movie we are discussing. Two friends share a conversation and make each other laugh while attempting to discuss art and culture. Critics: 88% Audience: 50%2022-12-081h 27
PolarizedThe Trip to ItalyTwo buddies are taking a trip to Italy while two other buddies record a podcast about it. Before that we chat about the effects of internet taste-makers and critics who tell you how to think and what to like, including a notorious Scorcese list. After that we take in all of the sights, cuisine, and impressions to find out which is our favorite. And for the first time ever, we play a single player game of Magnetized. Critics: 87% Audience: 57%2022-11-191h 38
PolarizedDon't Worry DarlingGear up for a movie that is polarizing for reasons beyond what is seen on screen. We get into the drama surrounding the production of Olivia Wilde's second directorial venture before we decipher the twist. Along the way we run into an old friend, review a funky aged rum, and play a little game of Magnetized. Critics: 39% Audience: 74%2022-11-102h 40
PolarizedMalignantIn order to wrap up Spooktoberfest 2022 properly we brought back our good friend Danny so we can put our heads together and hash out the dividing scores for James Wan's newest horror classic, Malignant. We share how we have grown as horror fans, revel over the multiple twists that occur, and witness the most impassioned review in the history of the Polarized kingdom.Critics: 76% Audience: 52%2022-10-312h 26
PolarizedOculusFor round two of Spooktober Fest 2022 we are bringing Oculus into the Polarized kingdom. We rally over our mutual love for director Mike Flanagan, reminisce over high school film class, and question the hate that audience members share for this movie. Critics: 75% Audience: 53%2022-10-141h 28
PolarizedParanormal Activity It's Spooktoberfest yet again in the Polarized kingdom and we are starting with a found footage classic that spawned a slew of sequels and knock-offs. With our trusty guest Christian, we run through our feelings of the found footage genre, share our paranormal experiences, and even experience some of our own during the recording!Critics: 83% Audience: 57%2022-10-071h 52
PolarizedDeath to SmoochyJoin us for the first episode of our series of Polarizing Robin Williams films! With our lovely guest Alex, we share our history with the actor before taking a plunge into the shady world of kid show mobsters. And to wrap it up, we play a little game of Magnetized. Critics: 42% Audience: 66%2022-09-141h 37
PolarizedSilent HillIn the conclusion of our series on video game to movie adaptations, we take a trip to Silent Hill and dive into a video game neither of us have played. First, we review our most recent concert together, then we delve into the history of the game series and why it was so popular. After we share our thoughts on the movie and rank all of the movies we have covered in our video game movies series. 2022-09-092h 11
PolarizedResident Evil (2002)In our continuation of our series on video game adaptations, we not only watched Resident Evil but also played some of the games in preparation of this week's episode. Along with our special guest we recount our memories of the video game series and compare it to the movie trapped in the music and style of 2002. After that we jump into another round of the new hit game, Magnetized. Critics: 35% Audience: 67%2022-08-251h 56
PolarizedWarcraftIn our continuation of video game adaptations, we are discussing Warcraft. Throughout the episode we reminisce over our history with the franchise including our recent WoW playthrough and seeing the film in theatres together. Critics: 29% Audience: 76%2022-08-112h 17
PolarizedUnchartedIf Indiana Jones and Lara Croft had a baby then he might be Nathan Drake in Uncharted, our second video game movie adaptation that we chose to discuss. Before we get into the movie we introduce a new segment called Concert Review and take a trip down Paul Verhoeven alley. We also play our first full version of the new hit game "Magnetized".Critics: 40% Audience: 90%2022-08-042h 13
PolarizedPokemon: The First MovieThe Polarized Kingdom is taking a trip through the world of Pokemon in its first movie from 1998. We jump right into the conversation with our favorite Pokemon as well as our history with the games, cards, and show. Then we chuckle about the dedication of Team Rocket, delve into Giovanni, and compare this to other animation of the time. Critics: 16% Audience: 64%2022-07-211h 58
PolarizedSuper TroopersIt's a super duper silly episode this week as we discuss Broken Lizard's 2001 comedy Super Troopers. We giggle our way through the plot while we also rank mixed candy bags and our story of going to see Welcome to Mooseport together. MEOW!Critics: 36% Audience: 90%2022-07-141h 48
PolarizedThe Greatest ShowmanThis week we sing our way through the music of a movie based on the life of P.T. Barnum starring Hugh Jackman. We highlight our favorite songs, voice our feelings on Hugh Jackman, and even list our Chrisopher Nolan movies from best to worst. Critics: 56% Audience:86%2022-06-301h 56
PolarizedThe Butterfly EffectThe Great Brandini and The Forever Guest are diving into a time machine movie where the time machine is a journal and the mind of one Ashton Kutcher. Join us as we attempt to psychoanalyze the filmmakers as well as ourselves throughout a discussion of one of the most upsetting movies to exist. Critics: 34% Audience: 81%2022-06-232h 38
PolarizedGreen Street HooligansJoin us this week as a couple of Yanks discuss a post Lord of the Rings Elijah Wood movie dealing with soccer/football hooliganism. We start the episode catching up on birthdays and concerts then move on to hashing out the plot, and even strike a comparison between this and our last movie, Boondock Saints. 2022-06-152h 29
PolarizedThe Boondock SaintsThis week we are covering a cult classic movie that is heavily favored by audience members over critics. The discussion begins with our feelings on karaoke, moves on to "movies that bros are upset you haven't seen", and continues with us raving about Willem Dafoe. Critics: 28% Audience: 91%2022-06-032h 44
PolarizedPirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No TalesOur Pirates of the Caribbean voyage comes to a rest at the fifth and final installment, Dead Men Tell No Tales, where an ashy ghost played by Javier Bardem chases a vendetta against Jack Sparrow. As we wrap up our feelings on the franchise, we arrive at more questions with the rules of the universe as well as the potential future of the story. 2022-05-262h 57
PolarizedPirates of the Caribbean: At World's EndIn our second installment of our Pirates of the Caribbean series we are tackling our longest movie with two very special guests. We cover the rushed production cycle, the movie's depiction of the afterlife, and of course Keith Richards. 2022-05-192h 47
PolarizedPirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest We are setting sail on our first ongoing series of the podcast as we dive into the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise with its first sequel, Dead Man's Chest. Accompanied by our guest Bryan, the episode begins with an exploration of rum before we share our histories with the franchise as well as our mutual love for the amusement park ride where it all began. 2022-05-122h 15
PolarizedStep Up It's party time on the Polarized podcast and we are stepping it up with a romantic movie told in the spirit of dance starring a young Channing Tatum. With our special guest Kaylo, we work through the predictable plot that includes a surprisingly dramatic moment near the end. 2022-05-052h 28
PolarizedI Now Pronounce You Chuck & LarryIt's wedding season here on Polarized and we are tackling a Happy Madison production where Adam Sandler plays the most heterosexual man ever to grace the silver screen. The podcast lives up to its namesake as opinions arrive divided as well. 2022-04-292h 16
PolarizedThe Wedding Date We are traveling back to 2005 to attend a wedding with Debra Messing and a male escort played by Dermot Mulroney. The episode kicks off with The Great Brandini regaling us with stories of his weekend at Coachella before our guest shares some real life experiences on set with Dermot Mulroney. 2022-04-211h 55
PolarizedWicker ParkWicker Park is definitely a movie and we watched it. It is heavily favored by audiences over critics and features heavyweights from 2004 like Josh Hartnett, Diane Kruger, and Matthew Lillard. We try to decipher the series of events that occur in this movie while also reminiscing over music and other types of movies coming out in 2004. Critics: 27% Audience: 79%2022-04-131h 36
PolarizedThe Mechanic (1972)We are traveling back to the 70s to watch a polarizing Charles Bronson movie during a time when Rotten Tomatoes didn't exist. Throughout our discussion we try to uncover the many mysteries of Bronson like his hands and moustache, revel in the dirt bike chase with an explosive ending, and drool over 70s attire. Critics: 33% Audience: 65%2022-04-072h 21
PolarizedI'm Thinking of Ending ThingsPolarized podcast is taking a trip through a slice of Charlie Kaufman's mind and parsing the heavily existential mood with a lively discussion. We break down each of our histories with Kaufman's work, share personal anecdotes, and discuss why this movie is so polarizing. Critics: 82% Audience: 49%2022-03-312h 24
PolarizedPoetic JusticeWe are wrapping up our stretch of 90s movies with John Singleton's Poetic Justice featuring Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur. Throughout the discussion we share our feelings on road trip movies, the stellar cast, amazing soundtrack, and even touch on our fish and chips preferences.2022-03-232h 11
PolarizedClass ActPolarized is back in session talking about another 90s movie with hip hop duo, Kid 'n Play. We cover everything from wax museums, horny high schoolers and teachers, and also the heavy handed anti-drug message curated by Pauly Shore. Critics: 17% Audience: 73%2022-03-171h 53
PolarizedThe Mighty DucksPolarized is keeping the 90s theme going with an audience favorite Disney movie. We compare and contrast The Mighty Ducks to other faimily sports comedies that were popular at the time, rehash Gordon Bombay's DUI incident, and touch on the subsequent sequels/shows in the Quackverse. Critics: 21% Audience: 65%2022-03-022h 01
PolarizedNight at the RoxburyThe Polarized podcast is back with a fan-favorite 90s comedy that is despised by most critics. Join us as we explore 90s club fashion, music, and the many influences from Lorne Michaels. What is love anyways? Let's find out. 2022-02-231h 38
PolarizedGloria BellLove is in the air at the Polarized podcast and we watched another A24 movie so you already know we are feeling good. Join us for a discussion about the effortless talents of Julianne Moore, the slew of red flags that John Turturro's character presents, and the message of self-love that resonated with both of us. Critics: 91% Audience: 46%2022-02-162h 13
PolarizedCollateral BeautyWe are diving deep into Collateral Beauty and asking all the big questions of life. What is your why? Does gaslighting your friends help them overcome grief? Also, what is collateral beauty anyway? We attempt to answer some of these questions and more while also deciding if the movie deserves to have such an amazing cast. Critics: 14% Audience: 64%2022-02-042h 37
PolarizedAntzThis week we are digging into one of two ant movies that was released in 1998 and it's not A Bug's Life. Antz takes on an extremely similar story but comes from a new studio at the time, Dreamworks. We parse through the similarities and differences between the two, reminisce over 1998, and dish about the studio drama leading up to this movie. Critics: 92% Audience: 52%2022-01-262h 03
PolarizedEmpire RecordsAnother movie from the 90s is up for discussion today as we explore the world of Empire Records, a cult classic that made a notable mark on audience members, not critics. In this episode we discuss casting decisions, notorious movie meddling, and compare the effects of this movie to the impact of Euphoria with our guest Cara. Critics: 31% Audience: 83%2022-01-193h 00
PolarizedArmageddonWe are traveling back to 1998 to dive into Michael Bay's Armageddon with our resident sci-fi expert, Michael Sims (A.K.A. Blarj 2). Before we do that, we discuss our history with Michael Bay, try to decipher the scientific accuracy of the concepts presented, and contrast this movie with another recent polarizing disaster movie, Don't Look Up. Critics: 38% Audience: 73%2022-01-122h 32
PolarizedRent We are celebrating the new year by stepping into the world of musicals with Rent, Christopher Colombus's cinematic take on Jonathan Larson's hit Broadway musical. Before that, we get into the history and background of Larson through Lin-Manuel Miranda's new film, Tick, Tick...Boom! Our good friend Christian joins us. Critics: 43% Audience: 83%2022-01-042h 45
PolarizedThe Green KnightIt's Christmas time here on Polarized and we chose to cover The Green Knight, a medieval fantasy set during the time of King Arthur and his court. We discuss our mutual love affair with A24, veer into Alien territory, and merrily chat about the numerous side missions our main character embarks on. 2021-12-293h 22
PolarizedFatmanSanta Claus is real. He goes by the name of Chris and lives in North Peak, Alaska. A child receives a lump of coal as a gift and decides to enact retribution on Santa Claus by hiring a hitman to take him out. Yes this is an actual movie that exists in the world. We have a lively discussion about the events of this bonkers film and hash out why some critics hate it and audiences love it. Critics: 45% Audience: 84%2021-12-222h 24
PolarizedKnock Down the House It is our first time covering a documentary this week and it is also the most polarizing movie we have discussed with an 89 percent differential. Knock Down the House tells the story of four working class women who run for Congress, overcoming adversity to battle powerful political machines in very different American landscapes. With our guest Aaron in tow, we attempt to decipher the causes for the drastic difference in scores on Rotten Tomatoes. We hash out the onslaught of review bombers, wax politcs, and riff about documentaries. Critics: 99% Audience: 10%2021-12-142h 39
PolarizedHaywireWe are going on a Soderbergh thrill ride this week with Haywire, an action movie that sees Gina Carano kicking a bevy of booty. Not only do we discuss the polarizing nature of the movie, but also of its lead star and how it might contribute to the low audience score. Also, is Michael Fassbender the best part of every movie he is in? We discuss. Critics: 80% Audience: 41%2021-12-102h 17
PolarizedRobin Hood: Men in TightsThe Polarized Kingdom is treading into Mel Brooks territory with his '93 parody of Robin Hood starring a primetime Cary Elwes. We start with our weekly weather report, introduce a couple of new segments, and question the binary nature of Rotten Tomatoes. Critics: 40% Audience: 81%2021-12-012h 43
PolarizedAce Ventura: When Nature CallsWe are strapping in to take a trip with Ace Ventura to Africa in this divisive sequel. It's also a rare chance to have a face to face recording that includes tequila and some reminiscing about our short history as a podcast. Our journey takes us through favorite bits, comparisons to the original, and theories about the polarized score. Critics: 25% Audience: 72%2021-11-232h 14
PolarizedDiary of a Mad Black WomanPolarized is dipping its toe into the Madea-verse this week with Tyler Perry's Diary of a Mad Black Woman. We sift through things like a drug-dealing attorney, multitudes of domestic abuse, and comic relief to rival The Nutty Professor and Big Momma's House. Critics: 16% Audience: 87%2021-11-092h 50
PolarizedCensorWe are wrapping up Spooktober with a movie about horror movies. In Censor, a British film censor links a disturbing horror movie to her sister's mysterious disappearance. Not many people saw this film, but those who did found it polarizing. That's when the beacon was lit and we descended from the Polarized Kingdom to answer the call. Critics: 89% Audience: 58%2021-11-022h 19
PolarizedThe Last ExorcismOur polarizing movie this week is a found-footage/mockumentary horror movie that is aggresively trapped in the film trends of 2010. The Last Exorcism comes complete with an exorcist that is also a magician, a cameraman that is also a main character, and a possessed 16 year old girl that is going on 30. Critics: 72% Audience: 35%2021-10-261h 25
PolarizedNever Say Never Again We are taking a break in the middle of Spooktober so we can cover Never Say Never Again, a latter Sean Connery Bond movie with a polarizing history. We take our time deciphering the plot that includes Bond going to rehab, a drive-by snake murder, and a villain who is also a hardcore gamer. Critics: 70% Audience: 37%2021-10-203h 27
PolarizedHotel TransylvaniaWe are checking in for another Halloween themed episode with Hotel Transylvania, a monster mash filled with Adam Sandler and his buddies. We attempt to form an opinon on this movie while hashing out some absurd internet drama concerning the Invisible Man. Critics: 45% Audience: 72%2021-10-131h 49
PolarizedHocus PocusThe Polarized kingdom is continuing spooky season with a mainstay for the Disney channel on Halloween. We explore the history of Hocus Pocus, our relationships to it, and also the etymology of the name Thackery (Binx is much better). Critics: 38% Audience: 71%2021-10-062h 44
PolarizedThe WitchWe are creeping into spooky season with The Witch this week. Over the course of this episode we commend the impeccable animal actors on all of their hard work, applaud the debut of both Robert Eggers and Anna Taylor-Joy, and bond over being terrified by the twins. Critics: 90% Audience: 59%2021-09-282h 27
PolarizedShe Dies TomorrowIt's a critic's choice week here on Polarized and we are talking about our most polarizing movie yet, She Dies Tomorrow (2020). We bounce around the premise of the film, rave about art made in a microscope, and try to uncover why this movie is so reviled by audience members. Critics: 83% Audience: 23%2021-09-222h 15
PolarizedNoahIn this installment of Polarized we are double-dipping into Ray Winstone territory and setting sail on a little Arronofsky joint called Noah. It's a tale as old as time and there are rock monsters to boot. Critics: 76% Audience: 41%Twitter: https://twitter.com/PolarizedPodTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/polarizedpod2021-09-142h 24
PolarizedIndiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal SkullSteven Spielberg's critically acclaimed and certified fresh Indy movie is our choice for this week's episode. We introduce our fan club (A.K.A. The Polar Bears), reminisce over the world of Indiana Jones, and even stray into Donda territory. CONSIDER YOURSELF POLARIZED. Critics: 78% Audience: 53% 2021-09-073h 44
PolarizedThe Matrix RevolutionsPlug in and take a journey with us into the conclusive film of the Matrix trilogy! We dish about the wardrobe, share our history with the franchise, and decide whether we are red-pillers or blue-pillers. Critics: 35% Audience: 60%2021-08-242h 51
PolarizedHookWe are setting sail to Neverland on a 1991 Spielberg cult classic where we get heated about the 29% critics score, react to Spielberg's feelings towards his own movie, and even reenact the classic insult battle, Critics: 29% Audience: 76% 2021-08-163h 07
PolarizedThe Tomorrow WarOn this episode we are jumping into The Tomorrow War starring Chris Pratt, a ripped J.K. Simmons, and our hero Mike Mitchell A.K.A. Mr. Slice. We also take a deeper look into the deceiving nature of online reviews. Critics: 52% Audience: 78%2021-08-062h 27
PolarizedThe HolidayWe kick our feet up, sip some wine, and blab about The Holiday from Nancy Meyers. Critics: 49% Audience: 80%2021-07-162h 33
PolarizedAbout a BoyWe bumble through a Hugh Grant movie based on a novel by Nick Hornby. Our good friend Kaylo joins us as well. Critics: 93% Audience: 55%2021-06-232h 24
PolarizedSpiral: From the Book of SawWe recorded our first in studio episode after catching the newest installment of the Sawverse in an actual movie theatre. With beverages in hand, we attempt to have a civil discussion about a movie that is half-horror and half Chris Rock comedy special.Critics: 37% Audience:75%2021-06-072h 32
PolarizedMen in Black: International (with Lo-Fi Beats)This is definitely a movie and we watched it! Also, enjoy unintentional background lo-fi beats for half of the episode. Critics: 23% Audience: 66%2021-06-012h 15
PolarizedSawIn preparation for Spiral, we are dissecting the first movie of the Saw universe from 2004. Is this the Hot Topic of movies? Critics: 51% Audience: 84%2021-05-271h 49
PolarizedSpy KidsHoly shiitake mushrooms! We are talking Spy Kids this week and we have a lot of thoughts. In case you haven't heard of Spy Kids, it's the prequel to Machete. Critics: 93% Audience: 46%2021-05-181h 59
PolarizedAmerican OutlawsThis week we are taking on a western from 2001 starring Colin Farrell, Scott Caan, Ali Carter, and Timothy Dalton AKA "T-Dalt". Critics: 14% Audience: 68%2021-05-121h 59
PolarizedCosmopolisOn this week's episode we take a ride in a David Cronenberg fever dream. Critics: 65% Audience: 31%2021-05-041h 47
PolarizedSpringbreakersWe officially decide on a name for the podcast. SPRING BREAK FOREVER... Critics: 67% Audience: 38%2021-04-281h 42
PolarizedThe Lion King (2019)Join us for the inaugural episode where we introduce the conceit of the podcast, try to come up with a name, and delve into The Lion King (2019). Critics: 52% Audience: 88%2021-04-221h 22