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The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 300: Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceJoin us on the big 300th episode of the MovieFilm Podcast as we dive into the number one movie in the country, BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE, and dissect whether Tim Burton's belated sequel lives up to its storied legacy. But that's not all! We remember the late James Earl Jones, unpack the trailer for behind-the-scenes story SATURDAY NIGHT and dive into the MovieFilm Mailbag! Thanks for being with us for 300, and we hope you'll join us for many more!2024-09-122h 08
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 296: Twisters28 years after TWISTER blew through theaters a sequel is here to try and repeat history! Does TWISTERS touch down or fizzle out? The MovieFilm boys are here with our thoughts on the Glen Powell-Daisy Edgar Jones blockbuster. But that's not all! Quick thoughts on the trailer for CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, remembering Shannon Doherty, Shelley Duvall, Bob Newhart and more, plus Headlines, Listener Letters, and all the usual MovieFilm festivities!2024-07-252h 05
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Star Wars: The Last JediAt long last, it's here! The MovieFilm Podcast proudly presents our long-promised, long-delayed commentary track for STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI! Yes, after more than a year of "It's coming!" promises, we finally laid down our thoughts on this most polarizing of entries in the STAR WARS sequel trilogy. It's been six years since its release, and what our current thoughts on the Rian Johnson-helmed chapter? Listen separately or watch along with us as we go through our reactions! This was a fun one to record, and we hope you'll find it equally fun to partake in!2023-12-092h 38
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 277: The Creator / Dumb MoneyThe MovieFilm boys reconvene for a freeform episode unpacking some of their latest viewings and the big news out of Hollywood. First up, some quick takes on DUMB MONEY and THE CREATOR, then some thoughts on the new trailer for the upcoming AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM. After that, we break down the agreement that ended the Writers Guild strike last week, and then we dive into the MovieFilm mailbag to catch up on all the listener letters we've gotten during the past month!2023-10-101h 53
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 256: Black AdamThe hierarchy of power at the MovieFilm Podcast is about to change with our discussion of the DC Comics-based blockbuster, BLACK ADAM! Does Dwayne Johnson’s long-in-coming every into the superhero sweepstakes measure up to expectations? Listen in as we go in-depth for a spirited back-and-forth. Also: The CREED III trailer and Sylvester Stallone’s war on the ROCKY producers, some thoughts on the just-wrapped SHE-HULK and the continuing ANDOR, and much more!2022-10-231h 51
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Air Force OneThis week marks 10 years of the MovieFilm Podcast and 25 years of AIR FORCE ONE, so naturally we chose to mark the occasion with a special commentary talking through the ins-and-outs of the Harrison Ford action thriller! Whether you listen separately or watch along with us, we have observations, anecdotes, and plenty of banter that hopefully won't have you reaching for your parachute!2022-07-272h 09
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 250: Obi-Wan Kenobi / LightyearThe MovieFilm boys mark their 250th episode by offering our separate thoughts on the OBI-WAN KENOBI finale (which Brian didn't see) and Pixar's TOY STORY spinoff LIGHTYEAR (which Zaki didn't see). In addition, we cycle through questions from the MovieFilm mailbag, get Brian's reaction to seeing BLOODSPORT for the first time, Zaki's reaction to seeing REMO WILLIAMS: THE ADVENTURE BEGINS for the first time...in awhile, and much more! It's a fun and freewheeling way to close out June, and we hope you'll join us on the journey!2022-06-241h 46
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 238: Spider-Man: No Way HomeThe MovieFilm Podcast rings in the new year with our much-delayed spoiler discussion on SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME! It's taken a little while thanks to a covid-induced holding pattern, but we're back to offer our thoughts on the smash hit superhero opus. Plus: DON'T LOOK UP! MACGRUBER! Remembering Sidney Poitier, Peter Bogdanovich, and Betty White!2022-01-092h 03
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: The Matrix ReloadedHere at the MovieFilm Podcast...THE MATRIX has us! With the impending arrival of THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS in a few weeks, we decided it was time to plug back into the iconic sci-fi franchise and talk through THE MATRIX RELOADED! Listen separately or watch along as we delve into the trilogy's second chapter, noting storytelling choices, technological feats, and the deeper philosophical issues being discussed. It's a wide-ranging talk that covers a lot of ground...but no one can be told what's in this commentary, you have to hear it for yourself!2021-12-102h 20
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 227: F9, Black Widow, Loki FinaleThe MovieFilm boys reconvene with lots on the plate to discuss! First, fond memories of the late, great director Richard Donner. Then: Our reactions to F9: THE FAST SAGA, SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY, and MARVEL'S BLACK WIDOW and LOKI. Plus: Hail and farewell to Conan O’Brien’s late night career, and more! Hear it at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify, and everywhere else you meet your podcast needs! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2021-07-172h 35
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 224: Mergers A-Go-Go!With Hollywood announcing mergers galore, the MovieFilm boys examine the ramifications of the Amazon purchasing MGM and AT&T spinning off WarnerMedia. But that’s not all! Plus: Remembering Charles Grodin, INDIANA JONES 5 fills out its cast, and J.J. Abrams’ STAR WARS regrets, and more! Listen at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify, and everywhere else you meet your podcast needs! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2021-05-281h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 223: Mortal Kombat (2021)After a brief break, the MovieFilm boys are back with their thoughts on the new MORTAL KOMBAT! Plus: Warner Bros. reboots Superman (again), our reactions to the first trailer for Marvel’s SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS, thoughts on the finale of THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER, and more! Hear it via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Spotify, and everywhere else you meet your podcast needs! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2021-05-081h 33
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Planes, Trains and AutomobilesHere’s a little Thanksgiving appetizer for you courtesy of the MovieFilm Podcast, as we watch and talk through the holiday film PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES for a commentary track that’s full of behind-the-scenes trivia, personal anecdotes, and a whole lot of belly laughs! Whether you listen separately or watch the Steve Martin-John Candy classic along with us, we hope it gives you something to be thankful for! Hear it at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2020-11-261h 34
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Back to the FutureGreat Scott! What better way to shelter in place during the Labor Day long weekend than with Doc, Marty, Brian and Zaki! That’s right, it’s our all-new commentary track celebrating 35 years of BACK TO THE FUTURE. You can listen separately or watch along as we make our way through one of our all-time favorite flicks and geek out in that inimitable MovieFilm fashion. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, the production history, and our own personal histories with director Robert Zemeckis’ indelible time travel comedy, which remains as engaging today as when it was first released. Hear it all via the...2020-09-062h 01
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 206: Yep, Still August...New releases may be few and far between these days, but there’s still plenty of news for the MovieFilm boys to unpack in our latest episode! Lori Laughlin swaps FULL HOUSE for the big house! WHO'S THE BOSS? and CSI on the reboot train! THE EXORCIST and PLANES, TRAINS, AND AUTOMOBILES on the remake track! Was anyone asking for any of it? We ask the hard questions. Plus: Affleck back as Batman! TENET reviews are out! Much more! Hear it all at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e...2020-08-221h 39
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Beneath the Planet of the ApesFor their latest commentary track, the MovieFilm boys show some movie monkey love to Beneath the Planet of the Apes, the first sequel to the 1968 sci-fi classic, in celebration of its 50th anniversary. Starring James Franciscus alongside the returning Charlton Heston, this was the first big franchise sequel of the modern era, and it makes for an even more fascinating artifact today than when it first debuted. As longtime listeners already know, Zaki is about as big an Apes fan as it gets, and this track offered him a chance to show off his deep reservoir of knowledge while Brian...2020-08-121h 48The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 205: The Dog Days of AugustWith August upon us, the MovieFilm boys reconvene for a late-summer catch up as we unpack the latest Hollywood maneuvers to get movies in front of audiences. Has the outlook for cinema success changed since a few months ago? We discuss what’s being proposed, and whether we’ll see TENET anytime soon (spoiler: no). Also, we remember the late Regis Philbin and Wilford Brimley, ask whether Quibi is the first streaming platform aimed at no one at all, and answer a whole slew of fan questions! Hear it all at via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we alwa...2020-08-041h 46
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Dick TracyFor our latest commentary track, the MovieFilm boys throw on our bright yellow fedoras and raincoats to watch 1990’s Dick Tracy, celebrating its 30th anniversary this month. Listen alone or watch along as we talk through director/star Warren Beatty’s love letter to the comic strip crimestopper, packed to the gills with memorable makeup worn by big-name stars, and a production design that remains transporting even three decades removed. Check it out via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’r...2020-07-271h 50
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 204: GreyhoundIt’s a summer without a summer movie season, but the MovieFilm boys still have plenty to podcast about! Hear our thoughts on the straight-to-streaming Tom Hanks WWII thriller Greyhound! Also, when will Hollywood get back in gear and what will that look like? We weigh the variables. Plus: Remembering Carl Reiner, Kelly Preston, and more. Hear it all via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2020-07-181h 41
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: JawsThe MovieFilm boys wind down July 4th weekend by heading to Amity (it means “friendship”) to talk through one of the greatest movies of all time: JAWS! This one has been long-awaited by us for a long time, and man, do we have a lot to say about Steven Spielberg’s seminal seafaring adventure, which gave birth to the modern blockbuster as we know. Hear behind-the-scenes stories, script analysis, and lots of “oohs” and “aahs” as we talk about why we love this movie so damn much! Check it out at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hi...2020-07-062h 12
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 203: Keaton Returns as Batman!The MovieFilm show closes out June by discussing some of the big headlines of the last few weeks, including the unexpected news that Michael Keaton is looking to don Batman’s cape and cowl again nearly thirty years after leaving the Batcave. Listen in to hear the details and get our thoughts. In addition, we remember the late Joel Schumacher and Ian Holm, and take stock of the latest release date changes for the rapidly disappearing summer movie season. Plus: MY SPY, IRRESISTIBLE, and much more! Hear it all via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Sp...2020-06-301h 42
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Batman BeginsAs quarantine continues, the MovieFilm boys hop into the Tumbler and celebrate the 15th anniversary of BATMAN BEGINS! Listen in as we geek out about the debut installment of Christopher Nolan’s DARK KNIGHT TRILOGY, delving into its comic book origins and sharing behind-the-scenes tidbits as we go! This was a fun deep dive for us, and we hope you enjoy riding along! Listen via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2020-06-132h 20
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal SkullThe man with the hat is back! The MovieFilm boys celebrate Memorial Day with their latest INDIANA JONES commentary track: 2008’s INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL. Listen separately or watch along as we talk through the controversial final (for now) Indy adventure from Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and starring Harrison Ford as the intrepid archeologist, including its production history, plot points, and polarizing public reaction. We have a complicated relationship with this one, and you’ll get to hear us work through all of it. Hear it via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stit...2020-05-232h 08
The MovieFilm PodcastEpisode 200!The MovieFilm Podcast celebrates 200 episodes by...staying inside and catching up on our streaming. With no big summer releases to unpack (one day, BLACK WIDOW!) we hop in the Wayback and discuss Brian’s journey through the PINK PANTHER film series and Zaki’s bingeing of the seminal ‘90s medical show ER. But that’s not all! Learn how Hollywood is counting on Christopher Nolan to save it, and whether the online-only release of TROLLS WORLD TOUR is a sign of the end times: Plus: STAR WARS news and more! Listen to it via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts...2020-05-161h 39
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 199: The Last DanceThe MovieFilm boys relive the ‘90s by discussing the all-new ESPN docu-series The Last Dance, looking at Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls’ famous championship run. But that’s not all! We also discuss the possibility of movie theater chains going bankrupt in the wake of COVID-19, Saturday Night Live's attempt to stay in the game while being stuck at home, Martin Scorsese’s latest project being hard up for cash, Star Wars news, and much more! You can listen to it all through the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up o...2020-04-211h 50
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Apollo 13For the MovieFilm show’s latest commentary track, we watch 1995’s space thriller APOLLO 13 — depicting the real life events that began fifty years ago today! Listen as we dive deep into the Ron Howard-directed drama starring Tom Hanks and explain why it remains a timeless favorite even a quarter-century after its release! Check it out via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2020-04-122h 27
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 198: Call of the Wild / BloodshotThe MovieFilm boys are still sheltering-in-place, but we’ve still got plenty to discuss! With Hollywood hitting pause on most new releases for the next few months, we map out what the industry’s future looks like. You can also hear our thoughts on new to VOD releases Call of the Wild and Bloodshot, and all the other stuff we’ve been doing in lockdown. Plus: Star Wars news...because there’s always Star Wars news! Hear it all through the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or...2020-04-031h 54
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ('90)We might be stuck indoors, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a shell of a time! For our latest commentary, as the MovieFilm boys (and special guest Sean Coyle) celebrate thirty years of T-U-R-T-L-E power with 1990’s TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES. Listen on it’s own or watch along as we swap behind-the-scenes trivia, Easter eggs, and our stories about seeing it the first time! Cowabunga dudes, hear it all through the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let u...2020-03-271h 48
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 197: Movies in the Time of CoronaA statewide shelter-in-place order for California means the MovieFilm boys don’t have any new releases to review, but we’ve still got plenty to discuss as we take stock of Hollywood’s maneuvering around the COVID-19 crisis, from closed theaters to cancelled release dates to questions about what comes next. Plus: Star Wars news, the Cats “butthole cut” (??), and more! Hear it all through the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2020-03-211h 17
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Batman ForeverVal Kilmer! Tommy Lee Jones! Jim Carrey! In addition to being the most awkward carpool of all time, it’s also the cast of 1995’s BATMAN FOREVER. With pandemic panic gripping the world, the MovieFilm Dynamic Duo hunker down in our bunkers to mark the movie’s 25th anniversary! Listen as we talk through Joel Schumacher’s rubber-and-leather infused directing debut for the Dark Knight Detective. We have complicated feelings about this one, but hopefully you won’t feel that way about listening! Hear it all through the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask...2020-03-152h 12
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 194: Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)Harley Quinn’s fantabulous emancipation is currently unfolding in theaters with BIRDS OF PREY, and the MovieFilm boys chime in with their takes on the latest DC Comics cinematic escapade. Also: Hear our thoughts on the Oscar telecast and news that Rick Moranis is coming out of retirement. Plus: Remembering Kirk Douglas and Robert Conrad, and much more! Listen to it via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2020-02-131h 38
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 193: Best Movies of the 2010sThe MovieFilm boys close out January by taking a look back at the most memorable films of the decade that just ended. What was the level of cinema offered up by the 2010s? Listen in to find out! In addition, hear our remembrance of Kobe Bryant, some thoughts on the premiere of STAR TREK: PICARD, word of LETHAL WEAPON 5 in the pipeline, and much more! You can listen via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how...2020-01-311h 49
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 192: Bad Boys For LifeIt’s the MovieFilm Boys talking Bad Boys! After a seventeen year gap, Will Smith & Martin Lawrence are back in their signature buddy cop franchise in BAD BOYS FOR LIFE, and Zaki & Brian are here to chime in on whether it was worth the wait. In addition, hear our reactions to the first trailer for Sony’s scary superhero pic MORBIUS, plus our thoughts on the just-announced Oscar nominations and word that Hank Azaria is bidding farewell to one of his many SIMPSONS alter egos. Plus: STAR WARS news and more! Listen via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stit...2020-01-211h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 191: Zaki and Brian’s Favorite Movies of 2019!It’s 2020, now time for some hindsight! Listen as the MovieFilm boys go through their respective top ten lists of favorite movies for the year that just ended. Which ones made the cut? Which ones missed it by that much? Find out in the latest episode. Listen via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2020-01-111h 28
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 190: The Mandalorian - Season 1 Wrap-UpThe MovieFilm boys convene one last time in 2019 to take stock of the reaction to STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER and discuss the debut season of The MANDALORIAN. It’s a relaxing post-Christmas hangout, and you can hear it via the embed below or at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always ask, please hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2019-12-301h 14
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 189: Star Wars: The Rise of SkywalkerThe latest (last?) installment of the STAR WARS saga is here, and per MovieFilm tradition, we dispense with our usual format and instead go all-in for a show-length dissection of THE RISE OF SKYWALKER! Did returning director J.J. Abrams stick the landing on the 42-years-in-the-making epic, or did Lucasfilm drop a load of Bantha poodoo? Listen as we unpack the plot, delve into the details, and just generally give our hot takes on what we loved, what we didn’t, and where we’d like to see things go next in the galaxy far, far away. You can listen thro...2019-12-232h 24
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Star Wars: Revenge of the SithThe end of the Skywalker Saga is upon us, and as is MovieFilm tradition, the boys celebrate the release of a brand new STAR WARS installment by dropping a commentary track for a previous one. This time around we delve into the episode that closed out the prequel trilogy, 2005’s REVENGE OF THE SITH! Listen in as we share our production anecdotes, amusing observations, and our personal histories with the story of Anakin Skywalker’s final descent into the dreaded Darth Vader! Listen via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Like always, hit up our Facebook page...2019-12-172h 25
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: First BloodThis coming week sees the release of Rambo: Last Blood on home video, bringing to a close the cinematic cycle of Sylvester Stallone’s alter ego, the troubled Vietnam veteran John Rambo. With that in mind, the MovieFilm boys decided to hop in the time machine and check out the movie that started it all, 1982’s First Blood. Watch along with us or simply listen as we talk through the action opus that accidentally birthed a franchise, talking about the historical context, production anecdotes, and what the legacy of Rambo is nearly forty years later. Listen via the embed below or a...2019-12-131h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 188: Knives OutDirector Rian Johnson's star-studded whodunnit Knives Out is in theaters now, winning over critics and audiences alike, and MovieFilm is here with some spoiler-filled thoughts! In addition, Brian gives his take on Martin Scorsese's much-anticipated The Irishaman, Zaki offers a rapturous reaction to the upcoming war film 1917, and the boys discussion word of impending Star Trek and Planet of the Apes sequels, as well as the new trailers for Black Widow and the 25th James Bond epic, No Time to Die! You can hear it all via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! As we always...2019-12-072h 04
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 187: Ford v. FerrariIt’s Thanksgiving Eve, and the MovieFilm boys are thankful to have plenty to discuss! This week: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood! Ford v. Ferrari! We also have ome more thoughts on the Star Wars series The Mandalorian as we count down to the release of The Rise of Skywalker! Plus: The Fugitive gets remade! Godzilla vs. Kong gets delayed! And much more! Listen via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Like always, hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2019-11-281h 58
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 186: The Mandalorian: Episode 1The MovieFilm boys assess the lay of the land in our new post-Disney+ reality with a discussion about the streaming service’s much-hyped launch, as well as giving some non-spoiler thoughts about the first episode of the STAR WARS series THE MANDALORIAN. Plus: Quick thoughts on DOCTOR SLEEP and KNIVES OUT, and a quick catch up on the latest headlines, including news that James Dean may be returning to the screen as a CGI homunculus, home media sales falling through the floor, and much more! Listen via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Like always, hit up...2019-11-131h 39
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 185: Terminator: Dark FateWith TERMINATOR: DARK FATE in theaters now, the MovieFilm Boys weigh in with their takes on this latest attempt reboot. Is James Cameron’s return to the franchise its Judgment Day (that’s good) or its Salvation (that’s bad). Find out when you listen. But that’s not all! Get our takes on new releases like JOJO RABBIT, PARASITE, and COUNTDOWN, and catch up on the latest headlines and STAR WARS news, including the latest creatives to bail out of the Galaxy Far, Far Away. Listen via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Like always, hit up o...2019-11-031h 42
The MovieFilm PodcastStar Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Final Trailer BreakdownThe final trailer for STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER dropped last night, and the MovieFilm boys jumped on mic for a special episode offering up our immediate reactions! What do we make of this last look at EPISODE 9 before it drops in two months? Find out by listening via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Like always, hit up our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2019-10-2238 min
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 175: Spider-Man: Far From HomeSpider-Man is back in theaters with this week’s FAR FROM HOME, and the MovieFilm Podcast is here with our reactions to the webslinger’s latest adventure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe! In addition, we chime in on the death of Mad Magazine, ponder whether Quentin Tarentino really means it when he says he’s retiring, and celebrate the impending arrival of another Bill & Ted movie! Listen to it all through the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, as always, please make sure to visit our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know h...2019-07-051h 51
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 174: MIB: International + Toy Story 4The MovieFilm bring the curtain down on the dog days of June with brief, spoiler-free conversations on Men in Black International and Toy Story 4! In addition, they work their way through the MovieFilm Mailbag, discuss some of the new headlines out of Hollywood, and talk up the latest Star Wars news! through the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, as always, please make sure to visit our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2019-07-011h 24
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: SpeedPop quiz, hotshot: The MovieFilm Podcast has just dropped its latest commentary track. What do you do? What do you do? That’s right, this week we’re celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of one of our favorite movies, Speed! Listen as Brian and Zaki offer up behind-the-scenes anecdotes, the production history, and their own personal histories with the vehicle (no pun intended) that cemented Keanu’s action hero bona fides and put Sandra Bullock on the map! Buckle up and feel the G’s via the embed below or at iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, as always, please make sure to...2019-06-162h 02The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 163: Zaki and Brian's Favorite Movies of 2018!2019 is here, but the MovieFilm boys need to pause and pick our fave flicks of the year just passed! Listen to our respective top tens, and hear which movies juuuust made the cut. Plus: Headlines, Star Wars news, and more! It’s a new year, and there’s plenty of MovieFilm excitement on the way! As always, you can stream the episode below, or listen via iTunes or Stitcher. And please make sure to hit “like” on our Facebook page and let us know how we’re doing by writing a review!2019-01-062h 03
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 162: Aquaman FalloutThe MovieFilm Podcast closes out 2018 with conversations on a whole host of topics various and sundry, from Aquaman’s triumphant swim to the top of the box office, to Kevin Spacey’s bizarre re-entry into the public eye, to the Academy Awards’ trouble finding a host. In addition, thoughts on Green Book, Vice, and Bumblebee, plus Listener Letters, Star Wars news, and more! Hear it through the embed below or via iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, and Spotify! Also, like we always ask, please visit our Facebook page or e-mail moviefilmpodcast@gmail.com to let us know how we’re doing!2018-12-301h 54The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 154: Summer Movie Season RecapThe passage of Labor Day means another summer movie season has come and gone, and as is tradition here at the MovieFilm Podcast, we’re taking the opportunity to look back and take stock. From Avengers: Infinity War to The Incredibles 2, from Solo: A Star Wars Story to Skyscraper, from Ocean’s Eight to The Meg, the summer was stocked mega-blockbusters, would-be-hits, pleasant surprises, and outright bombs, and we have some thoughts on the critical and box office fortunes of all of them. But that’s not all! We also remember the late Burt Reynolds, speculate on the future of the Ja...2018-09-091h 53
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Die HardYippee-ki-yay, MovieFilm-ers! One of the greatest action movies of all time — 1988’s Die Hard — turns 30 years old today, and to mark the occasion, Brian and Zaki set down for another of our MovieFilm commentaries! And for this edition we couldn’t be more excited it be joined by friend of the show and Die Hard mega-fan Paul Shirey, editor-in-chief of our favorite destination for entertainment news Joblo.com, for a fun and informative discussion into the history and making of the Bruce Willis-starring, John McTiernan-directed action opus, why it spawned one of Fox’s most successful franchises, and why it remains th...2018-07-152h 17
Nostalgia Theater: A MovieFilm PodcastEpisode 37: Mike Reiss / The SimpsonsI'm joined by my MovieFilm co-pilot Brian Hall for this very special crossover episode of the Nostalgia Theater show, featuring our conversation with longtime Simpsons writer-producer Mike Reiss about his new book Springfield Confidential: Jokes, Secrets, and Outright Lies from a Lifetime Writing for The Simpsons. If you've listened to our show for any lenghth of time, you know who important The Simpsons is for both of us, so we hope you'll enjoy hearing this interview as much we enjoyed being a part of it! You can listen to the show via the embed below, or subscribe via iTunes, Stitcher Rad...2018-06-201h 05The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 149: Solo: A Star Wars Story FalloutThe sad story of the most financially unsuccessful Star Wars of all time continues in this week’s MovieFilm Podcast, as Brian and Zaki attempt to unpack why the franchise’s tenth entry flew So Lo. In addition to tracking the depressing downward trajectory of Solo: A Star Wars Story, hear Zaki’s thoughts on belated sequels Ocean’s 8 and The Incredibles 2, and a look at the trailers for the Transformers prequel/spin-off Bumblebee and Ryan Gosling’s Neil Armstong bio First Man. Plus: Remembering Anthony Bourdain! Behind-the-scenes drama on TV’s Lethal Weapon! Word of a Joker solo pic starring Jar...2018-06-101h 44
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 135: Justice League (with Aaron Neuwirth)Justice League is in theaters now, bringing DC Comics' biggest superstars onscreen and in action together for the first time, and the MovieFilm boys are all in! Join Brian, Zaki, and special guest Aaron Neuwirth of the Out Now With Aaron & Abe Podcast for a show-long discussion of the latest DC Comics superhero flick from Zack Snyder (and company)! Did the movie meet our expectations? Was it a mistake to have any expectations? Does Ben Affleck make it apparent that he's got one foot out the door? Does Henry Cavill finally get to be the Superman we all hope he can...2017-11-171h 27The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 134: More Hollywood Scandals!It’s a big week of big headlines for the MovieFilm Podcast! First, we discuss the shocking revelations about comedian Louis C.K. that rocked the industry last week, as well as the continued fallout from Kevin Spacey’s abuse scandal. After that, we talk up Amazon’s big Lord of the Rings TV plans, Current Batman Ben Affleck’s will-he/won’t-he flirtation with continuing to play the Dark Knight after Justice League, and more! Plus: the latest news out of the Star Wars universe, as director Rian Johnson makes plans for an entirely different trilogy set in the galaxy far...2017-11-141h 34The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 127: The MovieFilm Mailbag!It's the dog days of August, but that doesn't mean we don't have a lot to discuss on the MovieFilm show! Hear our thoughts on plans to revive the Terminator franchise once again, word of a solo picture for Batman’s nemesis the Joker, behind-the-scenes drama with Justice League, and more! Plus: some exciting new Star Wars news, a hefty dose of Listener Letters as we answer a diverse array of questions from all corners, and Zaki’s reflections on attending his 20 year high school reunion! Listen through the embed below, or atiTunes orStitcher orGoogle Play. As always, please hit “like”...2017-08-231h 40
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: RoboCopFor our latest commentary track, the MovieFilm Podcast celebrates the thirtieth anniversary of ROBOCOP! The sci-fi classic directed by Paul Verhoeven and starring Peter Weller first hit theaters during summer of 1987, and its legacy is whirring and humming along even this many years later. In this track we discuss the background on how the film got made, interesting behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and our own personal histories with one of the most defining movies of the 1980s. Listen through the embed below, or at iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play. And as always, please hit “like” on our Facebook page, and send any...2017-08-031h 47
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 119: Alien: Covenant + Clayne Crawford on A Fighting SeasonIt’s a packed, extra-size episode of the MovieFilm Podcast this week! Hear Zaki’s interview (beginning at 44:20) with actor Clayne Crawford of TV’s Lethal Weapon to discuss his new film, the compelling war drama A Fighting Season, as well as what it’s like to take on Mel Gibson’s iconic alter ego. After that, it’s on to a spoiler-filled chat about Alien: Covenant, the latest entry in the long-lived Fox sci-fi/horror franchise. Did we like it? Did we loathe it? You’ll have to breach the Spoiler Wall to find out! In addition, hear quick takes on movies w...2017-05-261h 56The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 116B: The Fate of the FuriousBut that’s not all for the MovieFilm Podcast this week! We still had more to say, so we hung around a little while longer to offer up our thoughts on the latest (greatest?) entry in Universal’s long-running Fast & Furious franchise, The Fate of the Furious, which revved its engines to the tune of a $500 million-plus global opening this past weekend — the biggest in history. So, how does Vin Diesel’s latest “family” adventure play compare to its forerunners? Does the series weather the loss of co-star Paul Walker? How soon before the Rock conquers the world? We ponder all these que...2017-04-1841 minThe MovieFilm PodcastEp. 115: Power Rangers / Ghost in the ShellThe MovieFilm boys close out March by diving in for in-depth discussions on the big budget Power Rangers reboot and this weekend’s Ghost in the Shell! In addition, we discuss word that James Cameron has further delayed his long-promised Avatar sequels, and the curious choice who Warner Bros. wants to direct their Akira remake. Plus, hear our quick takes on the latest trailers for Justice League, Baywatch, Spider-Man: Homecoming, and War for the Planet of the Apes, and catch up on the latest Star Wars news! Spring is here, and we’re just warming up at the MovieFilm Podcast! you...2017-03-311h 33The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 113: LoganHugh Jackman bids farewell to his beloved big screen alter ego in this weekend’s Logan, and the MovieFilm boys are joined by Justin Shanlian of the Shanlian on Batman podcast to discuss our reactions to the much-anticipated X-Men finale. In addition, you can also hear Zaki’s thoughts on the upcoming Beauty and the Beast remake from Disney and his interview with director Mark Pellington about his new film The Last Word, in theaters now. Also, we offer our reflections on the sad passing of Bill Paxton, the craziness of last weekend’s Oscar show, and our initial reactions to the...2017-03-031h 40The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 112: The Lego Batman Movie & The Great WallAfter an extended break, the MovieFilm Podcast is back to talk up the latest batch of new releases out of Hollywood, including smash hit The LEGO Batman Movie and Matt Damon’s period fantasy epic The Great Wall (which Zaki enjoyed more than most). In addition, listen to Zaki discuss the new romantic comedy Their Finest with its co-star, the delightfully droll Bill Nighy. After that, it’s on to headlines, including the tumult behind DC/WB’s The Batman, with star Ben Affleck dropping out of the director’s chair, and our thoughts on the new trailer for King Arthur...2017-02-231h 33The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 109: Rogue One FalloutIn a first for us, it’s two episodes in one week for the MovieFilm Podcast! After dissecting Rogue One: A Star Wars Story last time, we have thoughts on Hacksaw Ridge, Silence, The Founder, and more, and Zaki goes into the ethical issues of new sci-fi romance Passengers, starring Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence. In addition, hear an interview with director Damien Chazelle and composer Justin Hurwitz about their charming musical La La Land, in theaters now.After that, it’s a rundown of trailers: The Mummy! Spider-Man: Homecoming! Fate of the Furious! Blade Runner 2049! Transformers: The Last Kn...2016-12-222h 01The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 106: Doctor StrangeThings get very strange in this episode of the MovieFilm Podcast — Doctor Strange, that is! Yes, the latest superhero epic from Marvel Studios hit theaters last night, but we’re already up with an in-depth, spoiler-filled conversation unpacking the Benedict Cumberbatch blockbuster. What did we think? Is it worth rushing out to see? Listen in to find out! In addition, you can also hear quick takes on the supremely relevant political doc Weiner, and Ron Howard & Tom Hanks’ failed franchise pic Inferno, as well as Zaki’s interview with writer/director Jeff Nichols and star Joel Edgerton about their new drama Lovi...2016-11-041h 48
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 100! Star Trek BeyondIt’s the big 100th episode the MovieFilm Podcast! And for this extra-special installment Zaki & Brian are joined by special guest (and former co-host) Sean Coyle! After reminiscing about the origins of the show and what led to its creation, Zaki describes his recent invitation to a presidential reception at the White House, and then the gang gets into discussing the latest news and trailers out of Comic-Con, including our first looks at Justice League, Wonder Woman, and Kong: Skull Island. (We also briefly question the need for yet another Vin Diesel xXx movie.) From there, it’s on to the m...2016-07-261h 45The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 90: Zootopia / London Has FallenIn this week’s MovieFilm Podcast, we discuss a whole host of new and upcoming releases, including Zootopia, London Has Fallen, and the upcoming film from Richard Linklater, Everybody Wants Some!! After that, it’s on to headlines, including our thoughts on Spider-Man making his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in the upcoming Captain America: Civil War, and the plans for an in-home option for viewing brand-new movies. We also have reactions to the trailers for Ghostbusters, Ben-Hur, and [...]2016-03-181h 35The MovieFilm PodcastNostalgia Theater Episode 1: Talking G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero With Buzz Dixon!SPECIAL PREVIEW! Welcome to the first episode of the all-new Nostalgia Theater podcast, spinning off the MovieFilm show! As longtime readers may know, Zaki has run a feature by that same name at his blog Zaki’s Corner for many years now, and so he decided it was time to branch out and “expand the franchise,” so to speak. The purpose of this show is to do exactly what the print feature does: Look back at beloved and not-so-beloved pop culture artifacts from bygone days, talk to the creators who made them matter, and the fans who continue to love them. F...2016-01-121h 31
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Back to the Future Part IIThe future is now! Today is October 21, 2015, and as any dyed-in-the-wool film buff knows, that’s the very same date that Marty McFly and Doc Brown visit at the start of 1989’s Back to the Future Part II. Well, naturally being the lifelong Back to the Future buffs that we are, there was no way the MovieFilm gang was going to let this momentous, once-in-a-lifetime occasion pass without making a contribution to the festivities. And so here we are with our third MovieFilm commentary track (after Planet of the Apes and Terminator 2).This time out, Brian and Zaki talk...2015-10-211h 50
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 75: Ant-ManIt's the big 75th episode of the MovieFilm Podcast! We start off this week's show by discussing new release Pixels, directed by Chris Columbus and starring Adam Sandler, Kevin James, and Michelle Monaghan. Before you watch the retro video game comedy in theaters Friday, listen in to get my take. After that, listen to our interview with screenwriter and playwright Jeffrey Hatcheras he discusses the sublime Mr. Holmes, starring Ian McKellen as the nonagenarian Sherlock. From there, it's onto the main event as we breach the Spoiler Wall and have an in-depth discussion about the latest pic from Ma...2015-07-221h 37
The MovieFilm PodcastTerminator: GenisysPrepare to be terminated! For this week’s super-sized MovieFilm Podcast, Brian and Zaki are joined by Taz Ahmed and Zahra Noorbakhsh, hosts of the #GoodMuslimBadMuslim Podcast for a fun and free-flowing conversation that covers Full House, Magic Mike, and Fifty Shades of Grey. In addition, we discuss the tragic passing of film composer James Horner, news about the latest actor to play Spider-Man, word on Hugh Jackman’s final X-Men appearances, and the all-new trailer for the Rocky spin-off Creed, starring Michael B. Jordan. From there, it’s a wide-ranging conversation about the pluses and (mostly) minuses of Terminator Genisy...2015-07-021h 52The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 66: Chappie + Remembering Sam SimonIt’s a catch-all episode of the MovieFilm Podcast as Brian and Zaki await the arrival of the much-anticipated Furious 7, which kicks off the summer movie season in a few short weeks. We’ve still got lots to discuss in the meantime, however, including our thoughts on Neill Blomkamp’s high concept misfire Chappie, as well as Liam Neeson’s latest actioner Run All Night. After that, we fondly remember the late Sam Simon, the comedy genius who shaped an entire generation’s sense of humor thanks to his work on The Simpsons, Taxi, Cheers, and so much more. We also discus...2015-03-181h 36The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 59: Dumb & Dumber To / The Hunger GamesWith Thanksgiving on the horizon, Zaki and Brian are thankful to bring you episode 59 of the MovieFilm Podcast! Brian starts things off by discussing a Q&A event he attended featuring Christopher Nolan whileZaki shares his thoughts so far on the The Martian, a novel currently being adapted into a Ridley Scott film starring Matt Damon. After a Star Trek: TNGthemed listener letter it’s onto Movie News where the gents discuss the sad turn of events surrounding Bill Cosby, the troubled start to Aaron Sorkin’s Steve Jobs biopic, why Wonder Woman still has them conc...2014-11-251h 17The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 54: Summer Movie Season In ReviewFor our first episode of the fall season, the MovieFilm Podcast is proud to present the audio from a roundtable interview with actors Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig, and director Craig Johnson, about their new film The Skeleton Twins. After that, we dive into the latest headlines out of Hollywood, including our thoughts on the newly-revealed Batmobile from Batman v. Superman, word that Sylvester Stallone may be getting ready to strap on the machete and play Rambo one last time, and some new rumors about what to expect from Star Wars: Episode VII. After that, it’s onto the main ev...2014-09-111h 48
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 52: Guardians of the GalaxyIn this week’s installment of the MovieFilm Podcast (the two year anniversary of the show!) Brian and Zaki talk about the Batman v Superman Comic Con footage, Wonder Woman’s new look, the potential for an all-female Ghostbusters movie, and Ridley Scott’s forthcoming space film (which isn’t the one you may be thinking of.) Zaki also has a special interview with Matt Akey, executive producer at Legend3D, who talks the nuts and bolts of 3D filmmaking, including their work with director Michael Bay on the number one film of the year, Transformers: Age of Extincti...2014-08-061h 36
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 51: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes + Matt Reeves InterviewThis week on a very apes-centric episode of The MovieFilm Podcast we have not one, but TWO interviews with the filmmakers of the number one movie in the country, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes - first with the film’s director, Matt Reeves, then with producer and co-writer, Mark Bomback.Amidst all of this ape talk Brian and Zaki still manage to discuss their thoughts on the close of Fox Television’s special truncated return of 24, the fluctuating future of The Amazing Spider-Man series, as well as the trailer for Disney and Marvel’s upcoming animated feature Bi...2014-07-161h 42
The MovieFilm PodcastCommentary Track: Planet of the Apes (1968)It’s an off-week for the MovieFilm Podcast, but Brian and Zaki are here to inaugurate a brand-new feature for the show: the MovieFilm Commentary Track! Yes, due to popular demand, at periodic intervals, we’ll be selecting a Movie That Matters from years past and offering up comments and conversation in real time as we watch right alongside you. For our very first yak track, just in time for Friday’s highly-anticipated release of Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, we’ve selected the 1968 original that got the whole franchise started: Planet of the Apes, starring Charlton Heston and dire...2014-07-071h 56The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 49: 22 Jump Street / How To Train Your Dragon / Edge of TomorrowOn this week’s installment of the MovieFilm Podcast, Zaki sits down to chat with cast members from Clint Eastwood’s upcoming adaptation of Jersey Boys. Then, it’s a rip roaring ride as Brian finally gets around to seeing A Million Ways to Die in the West- and wonders where all the jokes went. There’s plenty of movie news to discuss, what with the plotted course of DCs cinematic universe having been leaked, rumors of The Amazing Spider-Man sequel being delayed, and major set-backs related to production on Star Wars Episode VII. After that it’s time for...2014-06-171h 50The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 46: The Amazing Spider-Man 2This week on the MovieFilm Podcast, a Sean-less Zaki and Brian kick things off by discussing Jon Favreau’s return to his indie writing/directing roots with the cooking dramady, Chef. Zaki also has an interesting sit-down with writer/director Steven Knight, whose latest film, Locke, sees Tom Hardy in a role that takes place almost entirely in a car. The two also share their thoughts on the recently dropped trailer for the upcoming Fox drama Gotham, question the thinking behind the recently announced Beverly Hills Cop 4, share encouraged opinions about the recent Star Wars casting news, and th...2014-05-061h 53The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 40: Remembering RoboCopThis week’s MovieFilm adventure kicks off with our hosts talking up their latest entertainment exploits which include The Lego Movie, The Monuments Men, Philomena, a documentary about iconic movie poster artist Drew Struzan, and the break-neck paced, thrill-ride that is Downton Abbey. Hollywood Headlines follow and there’s much to discuss what with recently leaked designs featuring the titular heroes of the upcoming Michael Bay produced Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, the decidedly unusual casting choice of Jessie Eisenberg as Lex Luther for the upcoming Batman vs. Superman flick, and a moment is taken to reflect on the unti...2014-02-092h 00The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 38: Our Favorite Flicks of 2013Hello and Happy New Year from the MovieFilm Podcast! It’s the first episode of 2014 and the gang kicks it off with brief discussions on Lone Survivor, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty and Anchorman 2. They also evaluate the noticeable rise in quality since Dan Harmon’s return to Community, and ponder the merits and Gerard Butler-y-ness of the recently announced remake of Point Break. Then it’s the main event. With a new year upon us, the guys take a moment to look back and reflect on their favorite movies of 2013. Agree or disagree with the films you’ve...2014-01-132h 00The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 37: Christmas Movies!‘Tis the season for another episode of The MovieFilm Podcast. This week, Sean and Brian are driving the sleigh for the first time without Zaki (check that... brand new daddy, Zaki) and invite you all to cozy ’round the fireplace for talks of TV, trailers, ant men, and of course...Christmas Movies. We are the marshmallow in your hot chocolate and the new pair of slippers from yer’ Aunt Edna. So whether you’re wrapping presents, trimming the tree, or trekking cross country this holiday season, switch us on. Yule be glad you did!2013-12-241h 23
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 34: Thor: The Dark WorldIt’s hammer time for the MovieFilm gang! After discussing some of the latest news on the next Star Wars flick and dishing on the new trailers for Captain America: The Winter Soldier and X-Men: Days of Future Past, Sean, Brian, and Zaki break through the spoiler wall and offer their thoughts on the good, the bad, and the ugly about the latest opus from Marvel Studios — Thor: The Dark World. But that’s not all, there’s also the usual Listener Letters, Hollywood Headlines, and a MovieFilm Quiz to top things off. As usual, you can stream it below, or liste...2013-11-111h 58The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 30: Summer Movie Season in ReviewThe MovieFilm Podcast has officially entered its thirties, and it is brimming over with podcast-y goodness! Though Sean is sadly absent once more, Brian and Zaki soldier on, discussing recently announced Terminator 5 director Alan Taylor, Josh Brolin’s thoughts on being in the running for Batman vs Superman, and the meaning of Katherine Heigl in non-speaking roles in cough syrup commercials.We also ruminate on the summer movie season - which movies met our expectations and which ones fell short, and there’s a bevy of trailers to pore over as well, including Robocop, Bad Grandpa, and2013-09-102h 01
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 27: The WolverineThe MovieFilm Podcast marks one momentous year of power-packed production! To celebrate, the Mr. Boy gang is joined once more by Paul Shirey, news editor at Joblo.com, to share his firsthand account of sitting in the famed Hall H at the San Diego Comic-Con as the year’s biggest movie announcements were being unfurled. Get the full skinny on Superman-Batman, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and more! But that’s not all! We also discuss the just-announced Rocky spin-off entitled Creed, and engage in a spoiler-filled conversation about the latest opus from Fox’s X-Men fr...2013-07-291h 41The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 25: White House Down / The Lone Ranger / The HeatLots to listen to as the MovieFilm Podcast marks a quarter-century! First up, Zaki has his take on new releases White House Down, The Lone Ranger, and The Heat, including the audio from his exclusive interview with director Paul Feig about the Sandra Bullock-Melissa McCarthy comedy. After that, the gang discusses Pixar’s decision to cut down on the amount of sequels they produce, Paramount’s plans to reboot the Terminator franchise, and how the bursting-at-the-seams schedule of summer 2015 movies might just end up breaking the geek world in half!We also take stock of the summer seaso...2013-07-021h 58
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 24: Man of SteelThe MovieFilm gang reunites to discuss the latest (greatest?) cinematic exploit of Superman, with all three offering a rapturous reaction. But that’s not all! Speaking of rapturous, there’s also Zaki’s in-depth interview with Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and Craig Robinson of the hilarious end-of-the-world comedy This Is The End (check out the full transcript here). In addition, we talk up the latest news on the latest Terminator movie (including word that sixty-something Ah-Nold might be cyborging up again), dissect the doomsaying predictions from Steven Spielberg & George Lucas that the end of cinema is nigh, and offer our takes...2013-06-171h 59
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 22: Star Trek Into DarknessIt’s just Brian and Zaki for this week’s installment of the MovieFilm Podcast, but they have plenty to discuss. First up, Zaki offers his thoughts on The Great Gatsby and the all-new animated feature Superman Unbound. After that, a discussion on the latest Hollywood Headlines, including the delay of the much-anticipated (by us) Jurassic Park 4, and what it means for the future of the hallowed dino-franchise. Also, they take a look at the new trailers for Anchorman 2, Riddick and the upcoming TV series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. In addition, Zaki interviews with director Sarah Poll...2013-05-211h 42
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 21: Iron Man 3Just in time for the summer movie season, Brian Hall rejoins the MovieFilm boys for an in-depth, spoileriffic discussion of Marvel Studios’ Iron Man 3, which kicked off its record-setting box office run this past weekend. Sean and Brian explain why they loved it, and Zaki explains why he just liked it. In addition to that, the gang picks up apart the trailers for Thor: The Dark World and Now You See Me, dish on the latest news out of Star Wars land, and weigh the pros and cons of yet another Die Hard sequel hitting theaters. All that, plus the us...2013-05-062h 01
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 20: Oblivion (with Paul Shirey)When it came time to record the big 20th episode of the MovieFilm Podcast, Brian was too busy earning a living to join us, but Joblo.com News Editor Paul Shirey gamely jumped in at the last second to pinch-hit, joining Zaki and Sean for an in-depth discussion on the estimable ouvre (however that’s pronounced…) of one Thomas C. Mapother IV, a.k.a. Tom Cruise. In addition to talking up Cruise’s newest opus, big budget sci-fi’er Oblivion, they also delve deep into his catalog of successful and not-so-successful entries, and attempt to divine how (and why) the one-t...2013-04-222h 12The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 18: The Incredible Burt Wonderstone / Olympus Has FallenThe latest MovieFilm installment starts off with Zaki’s interview with legendary G.I. Joe writer Larry Hama as he discusses the origins of the Marvel Comics run and the continuing popularity of the “Real American Hero” line thirty-plus years later. From there, the gang discusses new releases The Incredible Burt Wonderstone and Olympus Has Fallen, seguing from there into the latest round of Hollywood Headlines, with a focus this week on old TV shows transitioning into new movies, including 24, The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Good Times (??), and the headline-making, Kickstarter-funded Veronica Mars feature film. In addition, we hav...2013-03-251h 55The MovieFilm PodcastThe MovieFilm Podcast - Jim Sturgess InterviewDid you enjoy the conversation Zaki shared with Upside Down actor Jim Sturgess during Episode 17 of The MoveFilm Podcast? Then why not give the full, unabridged interview a listen via the link below. We think you’re going to like it.Upside Down stars Jim Sturgess, Kirsten Dunst and opens in limited release on March 15th.2013-03-1311 minThe MovieFilm PodcastEp. 17: Oz, The Great and Powerful + Remembering The GooniesOn this week’s show, Zaki starts things off with an exclusive interview with actor Jim Sturgess about his new film Upside Down. After that, the MovieFilm gang discusses why big budget fairytale Oz the Great and Powerful is a hit while Jack the Giant Slayer isn’t. In addition, they talk up the Academy Awards and whether Argo really deserved Best Picture, and try to make sense of exactly why some folks seem to really dislike Anne Hathaway. All that, plus the latest developments on Warner Bros.’ long-delayed, long-suffering Justice League movie, who is and isn’t coming back for Star W...2013-03-111h 59
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 16: A Good Day to Die Hard"Dissecting Die Hard!" For this week's installment, the MovieFilm crew spends the bulk of the time discussing Bruce Willis' latest exploit as Detective John McClane in the critically lambasted A Good Day to Die Hard. Is it just plain fun or just plain dumb? We get into it (with me expanding on my review from last week). In addition, we also talk up the latest developments as far as who might man the director's chair for the next James Bond movie after the skyrise of Skyfall, offer up some very wary predictions on the Oscars, and indulge in a conversation o...2013-02-251h 46The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 15: Super Bowl TrailersFor this week's MovieFilm Podcast, Brian emerges from the hyperbaric chamber that is "film post-production" to get caught up on the latest out of La-La-Wood. In Headlines, we discuss the total floppage of Sylvester Stallone's latest actioner Bullet to the Head (not to mention why sixty-somethings shouldn't use growth hormones), and also talk about why Warner Bros. reboot of Godzilla sounds promising, why their plans for Justice Leaguedon't, and the latest news on the upcoming Star Wars: Episode VII. All that, plus discussions on the Super Bowl trailers for this summer's most anticipated flicks, my exclusive interview with writer/director...2013-02-111h 34The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 10: Skyfall / LincolnThe MovieFilm show hits double-digits! For this week's headlines, we talk about the latest developments on the Star Wars front, debate Joseph Gordon-Levitt possibly donning Batman's cape-and-cowl in the Justice League movie, get cautiously optimistic for how X-Men: Days of Future Past is shaping up, and decide that our excitement for the Boy Meets World spin-off means we're hopelessly stuck in the '90s. It doesn't stop there, though. There's also an exclusive interview with Rich Handley, author of the new book, A Matter of Time: The Unauthorized Back to the Future Lexicon. In new releases, we have l...2012-12-032h 03The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 9: Robert Zemeckis Takes FlightVerily, our cup runneth over for the latest MovieFilm Podcast! The biggest news is Zaki’s extended, exclusive interview with Tripp Vinson, producer of the controversial Red Dawn remake wherein he explains how this new version of the tale is different from the ’80s original (as well as his hidden connection to The Hangover). But that’s not all: we also offer our take on the latest directorial contenders for the upcoming Star Wars sequel from Disney, Mark Wahlberg starring in Michael Bay’s Transformers 4 (yes, they’re making that), devour the trailer for Brad Pitt’s big budget zombie flick World W...2012-11-192h 15The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 6: Looper and Time Travel MoviesThe Mr. Boy gang is back for our sixth MovieFilm go-round. This week, we discuss the trailers for Die Hard 5 and The Lone Ranger, question whether Taken 2 is one sequel too many, attempt to figure out the time travel antics of Looper, and use that to segue into a brain-freezing discussion about our favorite time travel flicks of all time, as well as plenty of other fun and frivolity. At two hours and change, this is our longest podcast yet, so join in by streaming below or downloading at iTunes. Also, remember to send us a note at MovieFilmPodcast@gmail...2012-10-092h 03The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 4: Summer Movie Season in ReviewFor this installment of the MovieFilm podcast, Sean, Brian, and Zaki are joined by longtime chum and Joblo.com news editor Paul Shirey as we discuss The Avengers, Battleship, Men in Black 3, Prometheus, The Amazing Spider-Man, as well as some renewed chatter on The Dark Knight Rises and Total Recall, among many, many others in a fun and far-reaching look back at the just-ended summer movie season. This jumbo sized entry was so jam packed with content that we ended up with an extra half hour of banter at no additional charge to you, the listener. Enjoy!2012-09-101h 56
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 3: Remembering Tony ScottIn our latest installment, the Mr. Boy Productions team sings the praises of Huey Lewis, discusses the latest developments on the new Jack Ryan reboot film, and picks apart The Bourne Legacy. Then we take a fond look back at the long career of the late, great director Tony Scott, and his many memorable films. It’s fun, it’s informative, it’s about an hour-and-twenty minutes, it’s episode 3 of the MovieFilm podcast!2012-08-271h 20
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 2: Total Recall and...Total RecallThe Mr. Boy Productions team is back with the sophomore installment of the all-new MovieFilm podcast! This week we run the gamut of topics, from riffing on the upcoming James Bond opus Skyfall and Peter Jackson's new Hobbit trilogy to an in-depth discussion on the original Total Recall; how it relates to the remake, how it impact on culture, and why there'll never be another Arnold Schwarzenegger.2012-08-131h 28
The MovieFilm PodcastEp. 1: Batman ‘89 and The Dark Knight RisesMr. Boy Productions proudly presents the official first episode of the new MovieFilm podcast. This week, we’re talkin’ about “BATMAN.”Download, and enjoy!2012-07-301h 27