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The CinematchupsSeason 2 FinaleTHIS IS IT. Comment below with your prediction on which movie will win our entire bracket challenge! This has been an awesome season, with some truly spectacular films. We have the honor and painful task of only advancing one movie on as the champion, so listen now to see what that will be and also to hear the winner of our bracket prediction contest!
We appreciate all the support we have had for this season and look forward to our next bracket that we will announce toward September! In the meantime, follow us as we post short reviews...
2021-07-0537 minThe CinematchupsSpirited Away (1) vs. Armageddon (8)It’s the final movie matchup of the season! We have watched all of your favorite movies and today we complete our first round matchups with Spirited Away (1) vs. Armageddon (8). We reflect on the entertainment and captivating visuals of both of these movies, major Michael Bay tropes and plot holes, and choose one of these films to move on to the next round. Our final episode will be next week where we break down our entire bracket until we declare one winner so now is your time to catch up!
Bracket: https://challonge.com/Th...
2021-06-2838 minThe CinematchupsGiant (1) vs. Burlesque (8)Only one first round matchup left! Today we review Giant and Burlesque and put them into battle until only one advances on to the next round in our bracket! We talk about the bare minimum in character development, scenery and set design, and the audacity a movie based around the power of live singing has to not showcase its stars singing live. Will we have our first big upset? Listen now to find out and to hear how we’ll be breaking down this bracket in the coming weeks!
Bracket: https://challonge.com/TheCinematchupsBracket2...
2021-06-2134 minThe CinematchupsCasablanca (1) vs. Law Abiding Citizen (8)New episode out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and Breaker! In a match up of two movies that could not be more different, but equally confused us, which will move on to the next round? We discuss the powers of Paddington bear and Kim’s acting debut, plain Greek yogurt, and other things that have to do with these films, I swear. We only have two match ups left in this bracket challenge and this match up may have been one of the oddest ones yet. Listen now to hear our thoughts!
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2021-06-0731 minThe CinematchupsA Bronx Tale (1) vs. Fast & Furious Tokyo Drift (8)Sorry we’re a bit late tonight but new episode is out now and available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and Breaker!!! This week we talk Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift vs A Bronx Tale (1). We talk about ways movies introduce their main players, the very different ways the screenplays were written for these films, our new favorite quote, “put em in the fuckin bathroom”, and most importantly we raise awareness on Vin Diesel’s singing career.
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2021-06-0135 minThe CinematchupsInterstellar (7) vs. Auntie Mame (2)We are in the homestretch with the last battle of our 7 versus 2 seed movies from this season's bracket! We put the classic Auntie Mame up against Nolan's big budget blockbuster, Interstellar. We discuss space dynamics that we don't understand, how a likeable protagonist is so powerful in films, and how the stars of Hollywood films have evolved over time. We move to the 1 versus 8 seeds next week so catch up now and gear up for the finals with us!!!
2021-05-2438 minThe CinematchupsYoung Frankenstein (2) vs. Straight Talk (7)We apologize for the delay but we’ve had a lot of life happenings happening! Today we take another two versus seven seed and present Young Frankenstein versus Straight Talk! We talk about the funny gags and our favorite Mel Brooks movies, behind the scenes fun facts, and why Dolly Parton is the most powerful being on Earth. Will we have an upset? Listen now to find out which movie advances! Only five more first round matchups remain!
2021-05-1830 minThe CinematchupsFantastic Mr. Fox (2) vs. World War Z (7)After a hiatus due to Oscars week, we are back with another 7 versus 2 battle in our pick your all time favorite movie bracket challenge. Today we put World War Z and Fantastic Mr. Fox head to head, and battle out their strengths and weaknesses until only one comes out on top! We do a short recap of our Oscars thoughts, then dive in to these to discuss the evolution of zombie movies, Wes Anderson getting his hands on a children's film, and the quirks of each of these films.
Follow along with our bracket, a...
2021-05-0338 minThe Cinematchups50/50 (2) vs. The Blues Brothers (7)Two really great films, but only one advances to the next round of our 'pick your all-time favorite movie' bracket challenge. Your favorite movies are really impressing us so far, and we pick apart the specific humor of each of these films, continue our conversations about our love for Chicago (inquire within for charitable contributions you can make to our homeownership funds), and discuss the important cultural and relational considerations made in these films.
2021-04-1940 minThe CinematchupsIndiana Jones and the Last Crusade (3) vs. The Cooler (6)New podcast episode available now! In this episode we talk the injustices of Berger from Sex and the City (S&TC fans don’t come at me I did get his first name wrong in the pod), fun stunts and Harry Potter crossovers, feminism in the action and adventure genre, and Alec Baldwin’s anger issues. We go through strengths and weaknesses in both these films and reminisce on our own weird Vegas adventures until one movie advances to the next round in our bracket challenge!
Bracket available here: https://challonge.com/TheCinematchupsBracket2
2021-04-1240 minThe CinematchupsBrief Encounter (3) vs. The Last Unicorn (6)This week we put two very different movies head to head and battle it out until only one advances! We discuss little details of these movies including the storyline of a sidekick turned hero, film noir aspects, song choices, and the power of Phil Collins. It mostly comes down to great animation versus a strong narrative and script in this matchup, so you'll have to listen in to see what comes out on top!
Bracket: https://challonge.com/TheCinematchupsBracket2
2021-04-0535 minThe CinematchupsWhen Harry Met Sally (3) vs. The Goonies (6)In today's episode we take two movies that have shaped pop culture and other forms of media in significant ways. From rom com tropes, to quotable moments, to growing up as a child actor, we talk the details and plot lines that make these movies great and can totally understand why these would be on someone's all time favorite list! What movie will move on to the next round in our March Madness style bracket? Listen now to find out!
2021-03-3038 minThe CinematchupsMoulin Rouge (6) vs. School of Rock (3)Two films turned musicals. Two people trying to overcome their biases towards these movies. One winner. Today Shawn and Kim take two movies, one that we each favored coming into this matchup, and battle it out until there's one winner! Listen in as we talk the tone and styles movies, the oblivious antagonists in these films, and memorable music.
2021-03-2241 minThe CinematchupsA League of Their Own (5) vs. What Maise Knew (4)Today we close out our four versus five seed movie round with A League of Their Own (5) vs What Maise Knew (4). We talk feminism in these movies and how it relates to current professional sports, get closer and closer to making this a baseball podcast, and also talk dysfunctional upbringings. Will we have an upset or is our fourth seed going to move on to the next round? You’ll have to listen to find out!
2021-03-1534 minThe CinematchupsDoctor Zhivago (5) vs. Inside Man (4)We are back after a longer than anticipated hiatus! Today we continue with our 4 versus 5 seed matchups, with Doctor Zhivago (5) versus Inside Man (4). Listen for some non-facts about actors and the aging process, who we would recast in some of these roles, the fangirling we do over Denzel, and Kim's #JusticeforTanya movement. None of that probably makes sense reading the description, so all the more reason to give us a listen and see what movie will move on to the next round in our "Pick your All-Time Favorite Movie" bracket challenge.
2021-03-0843 minThe CinematchupsDonnie Darko (4) vs. The Perks of Being a Wallflower (5)We are moving right along with episdode 2 of season 2! In this week's matchup we take two coming of age films told in very different ways and put them head to head. Will Donnie Darko or The Perks of Being a Wallflower move on to the next round, and will you guys accept it as the one who deserves to move on?
See our bracket here: https://challonge.com/TheCinematchupsBracket2
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2021-02-0843 minThe CinematchupsDjango Unchained (4) vs. The Birdcage (5)WE ARE BACK! Our first episode of season two and our ‘Pick your All Time Favorite Movie’ bracket is available now! We start off this bracket with Django Unchained (4) vs. The Birdcage (5). Listen as we discuss what makes each of these movies great, why we think this would be someone’s favorite film of all time, and advance one of these movies to the next round.
See our bracket here: https://challonge.com/TheCinematchupsBracket2
2021-02-0139 minThe CinematchupsFinal Four and ChampionshipTHIS IS IT! We go through our final four movies; Hacksaw Ridge, Lion, The Green Mile, and True Grit, until only one is crowned the winner of our movies from books bracket challenge. We talk about all the hours of movies we watched in this challenge, our favorites and least favorites, some behind the scenes insight, and crown a winning movie and a winner of our bracket competition! Check it out now and don't forget to follow @TheCinematchups on Instagram and Twitter to keep up to date about our upcoming bracket contests and give us input on movies you...
2020-11-2128 minThe CinematchupsSouthwest Corner BreakdownAvailable now! Shawn and I have a lot of disagreements and find an interesting way to make a decision in this weeks breakdown! We go through these eight films until we have our final movie that will enter into our final four! Which one will it be??? Listen now on Spotify, Anchor, Breaker, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts!
2020-11-1724 minThe CinematchupsNorthwest Corner BreakdownToday we’re breaking down another bracket sections and putting these eight films against one another: And Then There Were None; Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl; Wuthering Heights; Hacksaw Ridge; The Good Liar; Murder on the Orient Express; Brokeback Mountain; The Other Boleyn Girl. This one caused us a little less stress than previous breakdowns, but we still had some hard decisions on picking another final four contender. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and Breaker to see which film advances to the final four!
2020-11-1024 minThe CinematchupsNortheast Corner BreakdownIf you need a distraction from all things overwhelmingly election, you can listen to our newest podcast episode! Today we’re breaking down one of our toughest bracket sections and putting these eight films against one another. Definitely some hard choices in this one! Listen tonight on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and Breaker to see which film advances to the final four!
2020-11-0731 minThe CinematchupsSoutheast Corner BreakdownWe're breaking brackets down to get to our final four! First up is our bottom right/southeast quadrant where we put our first round winners head to head until one comes out on top. We talk about the influences of these movies on modern cinema, the balance of plot lines, and overall enjoyment factors in this week's breakdown!
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2020-11-0328 minThe CinematchupsAnd Then There Were None (1) vs. The Host (16)The final first round episode is here! After watching 64 movies, we come to our final 1 versus 16 matchup. We battle And Then There Were None (1) against The Host (16) and see officially what our next round will look like! We talk chroming budgets, our new startup ideas, cringe dialogue, and misleading movie titles on today’s episode. Tune in next Monday where we take the southeast corner of our bracket and narrow it down until there is only one movie advancing to the final four! Today’s episode and all others available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and Breaker!
2020-10-3044 minThe CinematchupsThe Hate U Give (1) vs. Kiss the Girls (16)The second to last of our 1 versus 16 matchups brings together The Hate U Give versus Kiss the Girls! We talk powerful moments, checking white privilege, the dedication of these female leads, the insanity of the Alex Cross series, and declare one of these the winner. With only one first round matchup left after this will we have any bracket shakeups or surprises? Will anyone ever tell us what Merry Christmas, Alex Cross is about? We only have an answer to one of these questions, so tune in now to find out which movie wins in this battle!
2020-10-2748 minThe CinematchupsSideways (1) vs. Dark Places (16)We have another 1 versus 16 matchup for you guys! We talk likeable characters, wine dump buckets, and fun production facts in our latest episode! Listen to us discuss and battle Sideways versus Dark Places, all while drinking red wine and living our best Sideways themed lives. We only have two episodes left in this bracket challenge and thank all of you for listening along as we're in the home stretch!
2020-10-2446 minThe CinematchupsSuspicion (1) vs. Along Came a Spider (16)Welcome to the final round of matchups! We move to our last seeds, our 1 versus 16 seeds, and first up is Alfred Hitchcock's Suspicion, versus the movie adaptation of James Patterson's hit novel, Along Came a Spider. We have a very clear crossover theme that we talk about in this matchup, and how characters in these films did at being suspicious. Shawn takes the opportunity to mention Among Us as much as he can, and we discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both films. What does David Fincher, Disney Princesses, NFL camera technology have to do with both these films...
2020-10-1954 minThe CinematchupsCrazy Rich Asians (4) vs. Ender's Game (13)The outcome of this matchup definitely surprised us! We close out our 4 vs 13 seeds this week with Crazy Rich Asians versus Ender's Game. We reevaluate the rotten tomatoes critics scores for these films, talk the relief of good supporting characters, and discuss visual appeal in both these movies. See which film falls short in our matchup this week, and which moves on to the next round!
2020-10-1648 minThe CinematchupsTo Kill a Mockingbird (4) vs. Absolute Power (13)After our last matchup, we're back for another Clint Eastwood film versus one of the most widely read novels of all time! We talk the heartwarming behind the scenes facts from one of these films, the (absolute) power of Clint Eastwood, the technical flaws of one of these films, and why more people aren't ham bones for Halloween. Which movie will advance to the next round? You'll have to listen to find out!!
2020-10-1243 minThe CinematchupsBridges of Madison County (4) vs. Murder on the Orient Express (13)New this week we continue with our 4 versus 13 seed matchups in our movies from books bracket challenge, with Bridges of Madison County (4) versus Murder in the Orient Express (13). We talk Meryl Streep’s fly shooting abilities (and how she’s dominating over Mike Pence), closure on significant life events, the underutilization of some Oscar winners/nominees in one of these films, and really great farewell scenes in both these films. What will move on to the next round? Listen now to find out and go check out our love bracket on challonge.com/TheCinematchups!
2020-10-0946 minThe CinematchupsTrainspotting (4) vs. Mommie Dearest (13)We move on to the 4 v 13 seeds with two movies that were grimy and uncomfortable in two very different ways! We review our first Razzie award winning film this challenge, and talk intense scenes, different forms of addiction, cult classic films, and bad versus great acting. Also be sure to check out our live bracket on challonge.com/thecinematchups to see where you are ranking, and to see our live bracket!
2020-10-0551 minThe CinematchupsWuthering Heights (3) vs. The Golden Compass (14)On today's episode, we close out our 3 versus 14 seeded films, with Wuthering Heights versus The Golden Compass. We talk childhood bonds, classic love stories, messy storytelling, a polar bear getting its ass kicked, and how one of these movies helped George R.R. Martin make a life changing decision. Listen in as we also talk about future episodes, including how we are going to structure upcoming rounds/the final four and how we will be announcing our winner for the bracket challenge contest!
2020-10-0244 minThe CinematchupsRaging Bull (3) vs. Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close (14)Will we have another upset like we did last week?!? Tune in to hear our thoughts on internal frustrations with our two main characters, and which movie moves on in this battle of Raging Bull versus Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close! We talk childhood trauma and mental illness, Shawn does his worst Joe Pesci impressions, I use my amateur boxing knowledge to talk Deniro’s boxing defense, and we battle it out and move one movie on to the next round This episode, and all our previous episodes which you can listen to right now, are available on Spotify, App...
2020-09-2949 minThe CinematchupsChildren of Men (3) vs. The Book Thief (14)Let's keep going with our 3 versus fourteen seeds! Start your weekend with a new podcast episode where we battle The Book Thief versus Children of Men! We talk the similar themes in these movies and symbolism, Kim’s feelings towards science fiction movies, great filmmaking, and the never ending power of John Williams. Available tonight on Spotify, Anchor, Breaker, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts!
2020-09-2657 minThe CinematchupsMoneyball (3) vs. Everything, Everything (14)We move on to our 3 versus 14 seed matchups with Moneyball versus Everything, Everything! We talk character development, humanizing sports figures, filming location problems, and why one of these movies made one of us cry like a baby. Tune in and find out which movie will move on to the next round of our Movies from Books bracket challenge!
2020-09-2257 minThe CinematchupsTrue Grit (2) vs. Memoirs of a Geisha (15)We close out our 15 versus 2 seed matchup series with a Western versus a movie that was controversial according to critics and viewers for being "too Westernized." Which movie will advance to the next round? Listen now as we review True Grit and Memoirs of a Geisha and discuss the coming of age plot lines of the two main characters, casting decisions in both these films, visual appeal, and other facts about these Oscar nominated films!
2020-09-1853 minThe CinematchupsHoward's End (2) vs. The Other Boleyn Girl (15)Our latest episode in this 15 versus 2 seeded matchup has us asking a lot of questions! When will we stop watching historical drama/romances in this bracket challenge? Which movie will move on to the next round? Why do we talk about Zillow and The MCU in this podcast episode? We're still not quite sure ourselves, but listen now to the latest episode from our movies from books bracket challenge!
2020-09-1539 minThe CinematchupsArgo (2) vs. I am Number Four (15)We're halfway through and see some fun, bad movies in our future with our 15 seeds trying to battle our 2 seeds! Today we discuss Argo (2) vs I am Number Four (15). Listen in as we discuss really bad scripts, the rise of Bernie Kosar, top tier dog acting, and two movies revolving around characters using false identities. Will we have our biggest upset of this bracket so far or we will be telling I am Number Four to Argo-fuck itself? Listen now to find out!!!
2020-09-1245 minThe CinematchupsRosemary's Baby (2) vs. Valley of the Dolls (15)Two movies from the late 1960s - which one will advance to the next round? We talk fashion moments, Shawn's passion for Adidas, women supporting women, and oversized mugs of chocolate mousse on the battle between Rosemary's Baby and Valley of the Dolls! Listen now and see what movie wins in this 2 versus 15 seed matchup!
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2020-09-1257 minThe CinematchupsWild (5) vs. Anna Karenina (12)Today we close out our 5 vs 12 seed matchup series with Wild (5) vs. Anna Karenina (12). Will we have another upset on our hands? Listen in as we talk about wilderness survival skills, and the journeys of the female leads in these films. With this release, WE ARE HALFWAY THROUGH OUR BRACKET CHALLENGE!
2020-09-0450 minThe CinematchupsMystic River (5) vs. The Zookeeper's Wife (12)Tune in as we battle Mystic River versus The Zookeeper’s Wife! What do we do when we have a lot of differing opinions on these films? What are your thoughts on Jimmy’s actions at the end of Mystic River? Does The Zookeeper's Wife introduce us to the first tone-deaf social media post? All these questions are posed and answered to the best of our abilities in this 5 versus 12 seed movie matchup battle!
2020-08-3157 minThe CinematchupsLincoln (5) vs. The Good Liar (12)We continue on in our 12 vs 5 seeded matchup series with two great films, one inspired by a fiction novel, and another inspired by a biography. Listen in as we talk Lincoln vs. The Good Liar, and review the star power of these films, the power of older actors having moving character pieces, and award shows that we had no clue ever existed.
2020-08-2946 minThe CinematchupsBefore I Fall (12) vs. Battle Royale (5)In our first matchup of our 5 vs 12 seeds we talk Battle Royale (5) vs Before I Wake (12)! We talk the overarching themes of young adults navigating death, but also fun topics like the power of the Tremblay family, bad beatboxing, boss battles, and Pacific Northwest teen movies. Will we have another upset or will this battle go to Battle Royale? Listen now to find out!
2020-08-241h 03The CinematchupsThe Age of Innocence (7) vs. Black Hawk Down (10)Today we close out our 7 vs 10 seed matchups with two movies with two very different tones! Listen as we talk The Age of Innocence (7) vs. Black Hawk Down (10) and discuss their Oscar nominations, editing, and our overlapping, yet different views on key points to these films!
As an added update we are changing our upload dates and new episodes will now release on Mondays and Fridays! Thank you for your support and for tuning in!
2020-08-2148 minThe CinematchupsBrian's Song (7) vs. The Firm (10)Listen in as we move right along with our 7 vs 10 seeded films, this week with John Grisham's The Firm (10) vs. Brian's Song (7), inspired by the true story of Gale Sayers! Will we have an upset on our hands? Is Tobin Bell an intimidating henchman? Why do these films love pizza so much? Listen in to find out which movie advances to our next round!
2020-08-1848 minThe CinematchupsHacksaw Ridge (7) vs. The Count of Monte Cristo (10)We continue on with our 7 vs 10 seed battles, with today's matchup of The Count of Monte Cristo (10) vs. Hacksaw Ridge (7). What does the OG Dumbledore, Vince Vaughn's acting abilities, revenge plots, and beards as masks have to do with both of these? Listen in to find out what we loved and didn't love about these films and which movie will move on to continue battling in the next round!
2020-08-1351 minThe CinematchupsLion (7) vs. The BFG (10)In the first battle of our 7 vs 10 seed matchups, we take a look at Lion, based on a true story, and The BFG, based on Roald Dahl's children's book. Listen in as we talk ridiculous scenes, change our minds about what the BFG really stands for, and talk about heartwarming tales of family and being found.
2020-08-0651 minThe CinematchupsJust Mercy (8) vs. Beloved (9)In the last matchup of our 8 versus 9 seeded films, we battle Beloved vs Just Mercy and discuss the importance of these films to today's current events and the Black Lives Matter movement. Which one of these two really great, inspiring films will move on to the next round? Listen in as we discuss fun small details, systemic racism and racial injustices, and the importance of equality for all and providing a voice to those who need to be heard.
2020-08-0351 minThe CinematchupsThe Witches of Eastwick (9) vs. In Cold Blood (8)Our next episode continues to focus on the battle between the 8 and 9 seeds, with Truman Capote's In Cold Blood versus John Updike's The Witches of Eastwick! Listen in as we talk big hair, Scooby Doo, and Jack Nicholson's ponytail, and more actual themes until only one movie moves on to the next round!
2020-07-3040 minThe CinematchupsThe Green Mile (9) vs. Atonement (8)Listen to our next episode in our battle of the 8vs9 seeds! We talk about how unfairly the critics treated each of these amazing films, wrongful accusations and convictions, our favorite scenes, and the "green" details in both of these films. Will we have our first upset in this bracket challenge or will Atonement come out on top? Listen now to find out!
2020-07-2742 minThe CinematchupsThe Hours (9) vs. Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl (8)Which trio will move on to the next round in our bracket challenge. Our 8vs9 seed matchups begin with The Hours versus Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl. We talk high school cliches, unifying movie themes, Nicole Kidman's prosthetic nose, and weird parental figures in this battle of novels turned motion pictures!
2020-07-2345 minThe CinematchupsBrokeback Mountain (6) vs. Everything Must Go (11)Listen to our latest episode as we close out our battle of our 6 versus 11 seeded films with Brokeback Mountain and Everything Must Go. Two movies based on short stories filled with compelling, real, characters. Which will advance to the next round of our bracket challenge and which movie will stay in Wyoming or their front lawn for forever? Listen in to find out!
2020-07-2051 minThe CinematchupsHowl's Moving Castle (6) vs. The Kite Runner (11)On today's episode we put Howl's Moving Castle, our sixth seed, up against The Kite Runner, our 11th seed in the third battle from our movies adapted from books bracket challenge. What does this fantasy novel and coming of age story have in common? Which tells the story of family and friendship better? Listen to find out!
2020-07-1639 minThe CinematchupsStephen King's IT (11) vs. Still Alice (6)Our 6 vs 11 seed battle continues with the 1990 version of Stephen King's IT vs. Still Alice. We put these movies head to head and talk ominous antagonists, fears, and how we were never cool enough to attach a playing card to our bicycles. What does any of this have to do with these movies? Listen to find out and see what movie advances past this round! Remember to subscribe, listen to us every Monday and Thursday when our new episodes drop, and follow us on Twitter/Instagram @TheCinematchups.
2020-07-1346 minThe CinematchupsAmerican Psycho vs. The Girl with the Dragon TattooJoin us for our first bracket challenge battle of our Movies from Books bracket! We talk Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (6th seed) vs American Psycho (11th seed) and discuss unifying themes, strengths and weaknesses, and battle these two head to head until only one advances to the next round!
2020-07-0945 minThe CinematchupsIntroduction: What is The Cinematchups?Welcome to the first episode of The Cinematchups Podcast!
Kim Koehler and Shawn Rohdenburg provide an overview of The Cinematchups, a movie podcast that takes a movie matchup and puts them against each other in battle, with only one advancing to the next round.
Using a college basketball style tournament bracket, and a movie theme suggested by our viewers, we watch 64 movies, until only one is crowned the champion.
If you're interested in hearing us review and battle a variety of different movies, join us in listening every Monday and Thursday, and participate in...
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