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The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Kin (RT)Okay, so what was that ending, why is Carrie Coon only in five minutes of the movie, and more importantly, does KIN actually get The Contrarians’ seal of approval? Do we care enough to track down the short that inspired this feature? Are we excited to see what The Baker Bros come up with next? It’s our last Real Talk of 2022 and it’s a good time!TIMELINE00:00:45 Now on Patreon00:10:36 Real Talk00:59:50 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested in more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Pa...2023-01-041h 04
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - Kin (CC)This is the world we live in now: where a sci-fi movie starring Zoë Kravitz and the older brother from Sing Street (A.K.A. the bad boyfriend from Midsommar) can’t make enough of a splash with critics. Not even the venerable presence of Dennis Quaid could save KIN from getting a rotten Tomatometer score, which is why Alex & Julio are going to defend it. Also, it’s a Patron Demand, so it’s not like The Contrarians have a choice.TIMELINE00:01:16 Kin00:15:20 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really...2023-01-041h 04
The Contrarians170 - Pt. 2 - Nothing But Trouble (RT)Whether you love it or hate it, NOTHING BUT TROUBLE is sure to spark discussion. How exactly did something like this movie manage to make its way to theatrical screenings across the nation? Is this the reason Dan Aykroyd didn’t direct again? Did any of us actually like it? There may be a lot less disagreement among Alex, Julio, Ryan and Bartek than you’d expect!TIMELINE00:00:48 Now on Patreon00:07:23 Real Talk01:05:46 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested in more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patr...2022-12-221h 09
The Contrarians170 - Pt. 1 - Nothing But Trouble (CC)Society doesn’t do enough to celebrate unique voices. In fact, more often than not, they slap a 13% Tomatometer score on them. Listen to Alex & Julio as they welcome Ryan & Bartek (from Spit & Polish) back to the show so they can all defend Dan Aykroyd’s NOTHING BUT TROUBLE - a misunderstood comedy that deserves a second chance. Where else can you find Chevy Chase and Demi Moore entangled in a romance? Or John Candy playing a straight-laced cop AND his silent sister? And wait until you see Aykroyd himself…TIMELINE00:01:16 Nothing But Trouble00...2022-12-221h 15
The Contrarians169 - Pt. 2 - Star Trek 2009 (RT)What makes a Star Trek movie a true Trek movie, if such a thing even exists? Did J.J. Abrams sell out the franchise, or did he simply provide a modern entry point for younger audiences? This Real Talk segment features three different levels of Trek fans (you already know that if you listened to Contrarians Corner), and we try to truly figure out what works and what doesn’t when it comes to the Kelvin crew.TIMELINE00:00:57 Now on Patreon00:10:49 Real Talk00:59:10 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested in...2022-12-121h 04
The Contrarians169 - Pt. 1 - Star Trek 2009 (CC)Fire everything!!! That was J.J. Abrams’ strategy when reimagining Star Trek for the Michael Bay generation and it worked. With a 94% Tomatometer score, the 2009 STAR TREK was a hit with critics and audiences alike… but at what cost? The Pint’s John Amenta joins Alex & Julio as they discuss what Trek lost when it became just another action movie where hot people shoot at each other.TIMELINE00:01:16 Star Trek00:19:11 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about STAR TREK (2009)? Check out the Real Talk (RT) episode, on your feed R...2022-12-121h 17
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - IO (RT)Okay, so IO may not be top-shelf sci-fi entertainment. But does that mean there is no value to it? Once we get to Real Talk, there’s worthy conversation to be had about the audience for this type of movie and the role Netflix plays in, perhaps, shaping the next generation of filmmakers. Also, Alex gets another chance to rail against the fading away of physical media, and that’s always fun.TIMELINE00:00:30 Now on Patreon00:07:57 Real Talk00:48:37 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested in more Contrarians goodness? Join THE...2022-12-0254 min
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - IO (CC)Yet another underappreciated gem from the Netflix Sci-Fi Originals factory, IO was met with a massive shrug from critics. Have we really lost the ability to enjoy anything that isn’t part of a billion-dollar franchise? What happened to giving a shot to the little medium-budget movies that could? Why wasn’t anyone more psyched about The Falcon teaming up with Jill Garvey from The Leftovers? Listen to Alex & Julio as they extol the virtues of this Netflix hidden treasure!TIMELINE00:01:16 IO00:14:05 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel abou...2022-12-0244 min
The Contrarians168 - Pt. 2 - Grease 2 (RT)You can’t fully discuss GREASE 2 without going back to the first Grease - a movie tackled in this podcast long ago. It’s clear Em adores the sequel, but how does she feel about the original? And how does the OG Grease experience affect The Contrarians? Can the Verbal Diorama host’s enthusiasm for Michelle Pfeiffer’s musical debut rub off on Alex & Julio, or is it all a lost cause? The answers lie within this Real Talk segment!TIMELINE00:00:48 Now on Patreon00:07:47 Real Talk01:09:30 Verbal Diorama & Perennial Plugs- Int...2022-11-231h 16
The Contrarians168 - Pt. 1 - Grease 2 (CC)So, what, you’re not allowed to make a GREASE movie unless you have John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John as the leads? GREASE 2 superfan Em (from the delightful Verbal Diorama podcast) joins Alex & Julio to extol the virtues of a sequel that’s waaaay better than its predecessor! If you’re looking for a show that celebrates Michelle Pfeiffer, Adrian Zmed and… well, sure, okay, Maxwell Caulfield too… you can stop because you’ve found it!TIMELINE00:01:16 Grease 200:14:05 Contrarians Corner- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon...2022-11-231h 04
The Contrarians167 - Pt. 2 - Warrior (RT)Can you follow every trope and still achieve transcendence? Or put in simpler terms: is WARRIOR better than ROCKY? We 100% go there, and many other MMA-related places, in this Real Talk installment - including a look at Tom Hardy’s unexpected real-life MMA exploits! Can Alex look past the inaccuracies in the depiction of one of his favorite sports? Can Julio look past the similarities to HERE COMES THE BOOM? The answers are all here!TIMELINE00:01:00 Now on Patreon00:09:03 Real Talk01:11:07 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Co...2022-11-131h 16
The Contrarians167 - Pt. 1 - Warrior (CC)Is there really no other way for two men to resolve their issues than pure violence? And if they must do so, would it be too much to ask not to have them do it in such a paint-by-the-numbers sports movie? WARRIOR managed to somehow dazzle critics into a fresh Tomatometer score, but does it actually offer anything worth talking about, besides its outdated ideas about masculinity? Listen to Alex & Julio as they pick apart Gavin O’Connor’s bloated celebration of MMA and fractured families!TIMELINE00:01:16 Warrior00:15:14 Contrarians Corner- Inte...2022-11-131h 18
The ContrariansBonus! - The Embries 2022We wrap up our eighth year of podcasting and head into Year Nine by celebrating the good, the bad, the horny, and the super white movies we covered over the past twelve years: it’s THE EMBRIES - 2022 Edition. Don’t worry, it’ll still be fun even if this is your very first Contrarians episode. It might even inspire you to check out some of the awards recipients!TIMELINE00:01:16 The Embries 202200:11:25 Supporting Actress00:27:53 Supporting Actor00:42:49 The Ruffalo00:49:01 The Lancaster Dodd Grant01:00:29 Now on Patreon...2022-10-312h 06
The Contrarians166 - Pt. 2 - Breaking Dawn (RT)Honestly, if a few months ago you’d told us we’d have a serious sustained discussion about the finale to the Twilight Saga, we would’ve rolled our eyes. And yet here we are, debating whether Jacob was redeemed in the final two movies, trying to suss out how we feel about the franchise’s sudden jump onto a pro-life soapbox, and arguing the merits and flaws of the epic climactic battle. Breaking Dawn Real Talk, indeed.TIMELINE00:00:54 Now on Patreon00:10:37 Real Talk01:01:25 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interest...2022-10-221h 05
The Contrarians166 - Pt. 1 - Breaking Dawn (CC)The Twilight Saga comes to an end and, unlike those greedy studio-heads, The Contrarians will cover the wedding, honeymoon, pregnancy, birth, recruitment of other vampires and final battle against The Volturi all in one sitting! Listen as Alex & Julio geek out over every single development and cameo in BREAKING DAWN, a movie that may be rotten on the Tomatometer, but will forever be fresh in every Twi-hard’s heart.TIMELINE00:01:16 Breaking Dawn00:09:25 Contrarians Corner- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended pl...2022-10-221h 00
The Contrarians165 - Pt. 2 - Psycho (RT)You don’t really need us to talk about the original PSYCHO - though you’ll be surprised by one Franchise Killer opinion - when the remake provides much juicier conversation. With six of us on the panel, surely there must be at least one person who sees merit in Gus Van Sant’s experiment? It’s a far more contentious Real Talk than you’d expect!TIMELINE00:00:23 Now on Patreon00:10:09 Real Talk01:16:45 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Pa...2022-10-111h 19
The Contrarians165 - Pt. 1 - Psycho (CC)This spooky season, we give you two PSYCHOs for the price of one - and we’ve brought four friends to play along! Rhys, Irena, David and AJ from the Franchise Killer podcast join Alex & Julio in nitpicking Alfred Hitchcock’s original PSYCHO, and then also help them praise Gus Van Sant’s experimental remake. It’s Perkins v. Vaughn, Leigh v. Heche, and Macy v. Common Sense in this massive (and massively fun) special episode!TIMELINE00:01:16 Psycho00:17:21 Contrarians Corner (1960)01:07:14 Contrarians Corner (1998)- Wanna know how we really feel about bo...2022-10-111h 21
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Wake in Fright (RT)If you’ve seen WAKE IN FRIGHT, you’re probably wondering if we’re going to talk about the kangaroo hunt sequence. Of course we are. Real Talk also prompts a discussion about “aggressive hospitality”, a fascinating recount of the time this film was lost, and, of course, whether this Aussie classic hit the Contrarians’ sweet spot! Has Chas Fisher scored a win for his country? Listen and find out!TIMELINE00:00:38 Now on Patreon00:08:46 Real Talk00:58:44 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS...2022-10-041h 03
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - Wake in Fright (CC)We can’t seem to escape the Land of Oz here on The Contrarians. Patron Chas Fisher is throwing Aussie classic WAKE IN FRIGHT at us, and its freshness on the Tomatometer is… inexplicable to say the least. Why are Australians proud of a film that depicts their countrymen as alcoholic brutes? Listen to Alex & Julio as they try to analyze a pretentious Englishman’s descent into madness, and have their image of Donald Pleasence shattered forever!TIMELINE00:01:16 Wake in Fright00:12:21 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Wake i...2022-10-041h 00
The ContrariansA Goofy Movie (A Patreon Sampler)We’re doing some really cool stuff on our Patreon channel - some of it a direct offspring from things we do on the main feed. Case in point: the continuation of our Summer Break episode, which started with our Dazed and Confused episode, and here moves on to a discussion about a very different kind of Summer flick: A GOOFY MOVIE. Forget the Tomatometer score as Alex & Julio are once again joined by Lilian to talk about how good Goofy is as a parent and how bad Max is a son.Would you like to listen to...2022-09-251h 03
The Contrarians164 - Pt. 2 - New Moon (RT)We avoided it for years, but it’s time to get acquainted with Taylor Lautner. So let’s be honest: did NEW MOON confirm every negative preconception we had about the third wheel in the Twilight love story? Or were we surprised by how much he added to the saga? And what do we make of Edward’s puzzling disappearance from most of the movie? Are we excited to watch ECLIPSE? The answers are in this Real Talk segment!TIMELINE00:00:57 Now on Patreon00:09:15 Real Talk00:49:39 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Inte...2022-09-2054 min
The Contrarians164 - Pt. 1 - New Moon (CC)The Twilight Saga arrives on the main feed! Patrons of the show already heard Alex & Julio express their (surprisingly positive) feelings about the opening salvo, TWILIGHT, but this is where the story really kicks in. Why do people hate Jacob Black so much? Is it the washboard abs? Are critics too jaded for an old-fashioned supernatural love triangle? Listen to The Contrarians set the record straight when it comes to the werewolf/teenage-girl romance of the new millennium!TIMELINE00:01:16 New Moon00:17:17 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about...2022-09-201h 01
The Contrarians163 - Pt. 2 - The Lighthouse (RT)There is something to be said for Robert Eggers’ distinctive filmmaking, whether it actually vibes with you or not. But is admiration for a unique voice a sufficient reason to carry The Contrarians to a positive review of The Lighthouse? How much of Contrarians Corner was just slightly puffed up Real Talk? And when it’s all said and done, are we ready for more of Eggers’ work? The answers may (or may not) shock you! HARK!TIMELINE00:00:54 Now on Patreon00:10:25 Real Talk00:55:48 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In mor...2022-09-1059 min
The Contrarians163 - Pt. 1 - The Lighthouse (CC)HARK! A24 bamboozles critics again with their particular brand of indie pretentiousness. Black & white? Check. 4:3 aspect ratio? You got it. Unnecessarily convoluted dialogue? Of course. Ludicrously big performances? There they are. THE LIGHTHOUSE ticks off every box necessary to climb to the top of the Tomatometer, so it’s on Alex & Julio to bring it down a few notches. Is there anything left when you remove all the gimmicks?TIMELINE00:01:16 The Lighthouse00:13:51 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about The Lighthouse? Check out the Real Talk (RT) episode, on...2022-09-1058 min
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Ghosts of Mars (RT)In one corner, someone who’s generally underwhelmed by John Carpenter’s work. In the other, someone who usually thinks very highly of the filmmaker. Can Alex & Julio meet in the middle when it comes to GHOSTS OF MARS? Is there even need for any sort of compromise? What’s the deal with the Martian Matriarchy anyway? The answers to this and more will be revealed during Real Talk!TIMELINE00:00:14 Now on Patreon00:08:03 Real Talk00:44:51 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our...2022-08-3150 min
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - Ghosts of Mars (CC)John Carpenter isn’t just The Master of Horror - he’s also a low-key Master of Sci-Fi. The Contrarians would like to submit the underrated GHOSTS OF MARS as proof that Carpenter can handle more than low-budget gorefests: this is a true star-studded Hollywood blockbuster, set in Mars to boot! Listen to Alex & Julio as they discuss the implications of a Matriarchal Martian Society, the fate of Pam Grier’s head, and the boldness of one of the best closing shots in modern cinema.TIMELINE00:01:16 Ghosts of Mars00:15:39 Contrarians Corner- Wann...2022-08-3159 min
The Contrarians162 - Pt. 2 - Without Saying Goodbye (RT)As you’d expect, Alex has some questions about Peru. But can Julio answer them satisfactorily? And how does a non-Peruvian experience a movie designed to make him crave a visit to Peru? Can we draw parallels to other international cinema we’ve covered on the show? Above all else… is this a fair representation of Peruvian filmmaking? This and more in Real Talk!TIMELINE00:00:41 Now on Patreon00:09:11 Real Talk00:48:47 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips...2022-08-2252 min
The Contrarians162 - Pt. 1 - Without Saying Goodbye (CC)It’s taken us almost nine years of podcasting to tackle a Peruvian movie, and it took Peru almost twice that time to produce a Netflix Original Movie. Now the stars have aligned and Alex & Julio are primed to jump to the defense of a love story set in Julio’s homeland. WITHOUT SAYING GOODBYE is rotten by Tomatometer standards, but that only means The Contrarians will do their best to highlight its best qualities: awesome locations, hot people, and a spicy romance between polar opposites!TIMELINE00:01:16 Without Saying Goodbye00:11:01 Contrarians Corner...2022-08-221h 01
The Contrarians161 - Pt. 2 - Dazed and Confused (RT)Hey, we’re Austinites here in this podcast. Does that make us more qualified to talk about an Austin-set movie from an Austin filmmaker? Does it even matter if the high school experience is, supposedly, universal? Find out how Alex, Julio, and, more importantly, elementary school teacher Lilian experienced DAZED AND CONFUSED on this rewatch! Is this Richard Linklater’s Contrarians redemption?TIMELINE00:00:50 Now on Patreon00:09:18 Real Talk01:03:26 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plug...2022-08-141h 06
The Contrarians161 - Pt. 1 - Dazed and Confused (CC)School’s out forever! Or so Richard Linklater proclaimed in 1993 when he released DAZED AND CONFUSED and bamboozled critics into confusing nostalgia for quality. Listen to Alex, Julio, and returning guest Lilian - a teacher herself - as they discuss the many ways in which Linklater’s beloved coming-of-age film has aged poorly!TIMELINE00:01:16 Dazed and Confused00:15:27 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Dazed and Confused? Check out the Real Talk (RT) episode, on your feed RIGHT NOW!- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE...2022-08-141h 12
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Last Action Hero (RT)The stage is set for yet another Contrarians battle. Alex will complain about how it used to be better, Julio will gently point toward streaming releases… but through it all, the main question will be answered: is LAST ACTION HERO a good movie or just a vehicle for nostalgia in the year 2022? And could you remake it today?TIMELINE00:00:37 Now on Patreon00:07:35 Real Talk01:11:21 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free fr...2022-07-301h 14
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - Last Action Hero (CC)There wasn’t a bigger action star than Arnold Schwarzenegger in the early 90s. So, in a way, he was the only person who could headline a true spoof of action blockbusters - even though the world wasn’t ready for it. Listen to Alex & Julio extol the virtues of LAST ACTION HERO, a one-of-a-kind beast which was unfairly met with confusion and derision back in the day. Let’s show Arnie we don’t trust that 39% Tomatometer score!TIMELINE00:01:16 Last Action Hero00:17:16 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel abo...2022-07-301h 05
The Contrarians160 - Pt. 2 - He's Just Not That Into You (RT)Well, well, well. Julio has already admitted Jennifer Aniston is his second favorite Friends Cast Member, and Alex has already confessed to picking HE’S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU only so he could get Ginnifer Goodwin in Contrarians Canon. So where does that leave us? Obviously we still need to talk about Ken Kwapis’ work, what was going on in Friends when this was released, and, more importantly, which character in this movie represents us the most!TIMELINE00:01:00 Now on Patreon00:06:18 Real Talk00:47:50 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Inte...2022-07-2152 min
The Contrarians160 - Pt. 1 - He's Just Not That Into You (CC)It’s hard to believe it’s taken us 160 episodes to finally tackle a Ken Kwapis joint. Nevertheless, here we are, having a heated argument over HE’S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU for our 16th Grey Area Episode. Listen to Alex on the defense and Julio on the offense as they debate the merits of one of the first star-studded ensemble romcoms and disagree on the validity of the Cult of Rachel Green in the final chapter of the Friendstravaganza!TIMELINE00:01:16 He’s Just Not That Into You00:19:08 Contrarians Corner- Wanna...2022-07-211h 06
The Contrarians159 - Pt. 2 - Kissing a Fool (RT)As it’s been established time and again, The Contrarians have a fondness for 90s comedies. Does this feeling extend to bro-medies? Can Doug Ellin’s 1998 sensibilities redeem the ho-hum reception Alex & Julio gave the ENTOURAGE movie years ago? More importantly, where do we really land on the Bizarro Ross Experiment? All this and more in the Real Talk half of the show!TIMELINE00:00:30 Now on Patreon00:06:25 Real Talk00:52:42 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, exte...2022-07-1157 min
The Contrarians159 - Pt. 1 - Kissing a Fool (CC)By 1998, David Schwimmer was sick and tired of being associated with Ross Geller. The solution? To play the least-Ross-Gellerish character in the underrated romcom KISSING A FOOL. Sadly, critics and audiences refused to embrace the actor’s metamorphosis, which is where The Contrarians come in. Listen to Alex & Julio as they extol the virtues of the Anti-Ross and the merits of bro-comedies! (bromedies?) Did we mention this was directed by Doug “Entourage” Ellin? Yup.TIMELINE00:01:16 Kissing a Fool00:21:03 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Kissing a Fool? Check...2022-07-111h 00
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Drop Dead Fred (RT)Oh boy. Patron Paul Meyers really threw us for a loop with this one. Can Alex & Julio even verbalize how they feel about Drop Dead Fred? Did Paul’s pick land better than his previous one, Dead Alive? Is there a British wall keeping Rik Mayall’s brand of humor at bay, or is it just a nostalgia wall? All this in Real Talk!Barry Roskin Blake interviews Rik Mayall (in case you were wondering where those clips came from)TIMELINE00:00:55 Now on Patreon00:06:42 Real Talk00:45:10 The Future & Perennial Plug...2022-07-0248 min
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - Drop Dead Fred (CC)What if Peter Pan was actually a good story, one where Wendy was a traumatized adult and Peter was a British comedian? Much like it happened with Spielberg’s Hook, audiences and critics had a hard time appreciating DROP DEAD FRED’s fresh take on the classic story… which means it’s time for The Contrarians to set the record straight. Listen to Alex & Julio as they discuss their discovery of another gem in Phoebe Cates’ filmography! (Oh and Rik Mayall’s cool too.)TIMELINE00:01:16 Drop Dead Fred00:09:48 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know h...2022-07-0254 min
The Contrarians158 - Pt. 2 - Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (RT)Okay, so we know this is the Lisa Kudrow chapter of the Friendstravaganza, but we have to warn you: a good chunk of Real Talk turns into a Mira Sorvino lovefest - and rightly so. But even if Alex, Stew and Julio agree on how great Ms. Sorvino is, can they agree on anything else when it comes to ROMY & MICHELLE’S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION?TIMELINE00:00:43 Now on Patreon00:06:24 Real Talk01:00:55 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! De...2022-06-211h 05
The Contrarians158 - Pt. 1 - Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (CC)On paper, the math adds up: if audiences love one Phoebe, then they’ll go nuts for two Phoebes! And it certainly worked that way with critics, as ROMY AND MICHELE’S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION is certified fresh on the Tomatometer - but how does it play today? Listen to Alex & Julio as they welcome Stew from the SWO podcast and travel back to a time when feminism meant letting Alan Cumming save the day! It’s the Lisa Kudrow chapter of the Friendstravaganza!TIMELINE00:01:16 Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion00:20:19 Contrarians Corner...2022-06-211h 04
The Contrarians157 - Pt. 2 - Almost Heroes (RT)Ok, so maybe Matthew Perry can only play (variations of) Chandler Bing. But is that a bad thing? And how can anyone discuss ALMOST HEROES without talking about Chris Farley’s legacy and how it was cut short? Can Alex come to terms with Julio’s feelings about one of his favorite comedians? Can Julio explain why his favorite FRIENDS cast member didn’t become a movie star? All this and more on the Real Talk half of this episode!TIMELINE00:01:00 Now on Patreon00:06:10 Real Talk00:54:14 The Future & Perennial Plugs- I...2022-06-1157 min
The Contrarians157 - Pt. 1 - Almost Heroes (CC)The Friendstravaganza has reached its Chandler Bing chapter. Could we BE any more excited to celebrate Matthew Perry’s critically panned team-up with Chris Farley? ALMOST HEROES stands at a disastrous 5% on the Tomatometer, but is that simply a reflection of an America that hates it when its movie stars take big swings? Listen to Alex & Julio as they shine the spotlight back on one of those rare Christopher Guest movies that isn’t a mockumentary!TIMELINE00:01:16 Almost Heroes00:19:50 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Almost Heroes? Chec...2022-06-111h 04
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - The Damned United (RT)Do you need to be familiar with the ins and outs of British soccer in order to appreciate Tom Hooper’s early work? And will THE DAMNED UNITED mark a turning point in this show’s contentious relationship with the acclaimed director’s filmography? Listen to Alex & Julio navigate their feelings about the filmmaker’s second movie with the help of a set of notes from Patron Ben Murray!TIMELINE00:00:57 Now on Patreon00:10:45 Real Talk01:00:45 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our P...2022-06-011h 03
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - The Damned United (CC)The disconnect between British behavior in normal life and British behavior in sports has never been more obvious than when it comes to soccer. So why didn’t THE DAMNED UNITED explore that dichotomy instead of celebrating the career of a dude who couldn’t even last two months on his most high-profile job? Listen to Alex & Julio tackle yet another critical darling in Tom Hooper’s filmography and try to figure out if Michael Sheen is worthy of his legendary last name!TIMELINE00:01:16 The Damned United00:17:36 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know h...2022-06-011h 02
The Contrarians156 - Pt. 2 - Scream 2 (RT)Regardless of whether they think SCREAM 2 is a good movie (and a good sequel), can Alex forgive the fact that Julio can’t quote the original SCREAM page & verse? That might be the real conflict in this Real Talk segment. But also: is this a Kevin Williamson movie directed by Wes Craven, or a Wes Craven movie written by Kevin Williamson? And can we complain about SCREAM 5 spoilers when we drop SCREAM 3 spoilers in this episode?TIMELINE00:01:04 Patreon & Livestream for the Cure00:10:13 Real Talk01:01:40 The Future & Perennial Plugs- In...2022-05-211h 08
The Contrarians156 - Pt. 1 - Scream 2 (CC)The Friendstravaganza moves on to its second chapter, as Courteney Cox finds herself in the spotlight! Unfortunately, she’s bringing one of the most overrated sequels to Contrarians canon. Why are people so enamored with SCREAM 2? How can anyone buy the inexplicable relationship between Gale and Dewey? And what’s the appeal of Sydney, a heroine who seems basically unimpressed by all the horrific things happening in her life? Listen to Alex & Julio as they nitpick yet another Wes Craven movie!TIMELINE00:01:16 Scream 200:21:02 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel...2022-05-211h 19
The Contrarians155 - Pt. 2 - Lost in Space (RT)Joey Tribbiani iiiiiinnnnn sssssspaaaaaaace… Did we buy Matt LeBlanc as an action hero? Did we buy this serious reboot of a 60s property as a viable franchise? This is where you find out. Also - and perhaps more importantly - a full rundown of what our LIVESTREAM FOR THE CURE segment will be like!TIMELINE00:00:52 Patreon & Livestream for the Cure00:10:30 Real Talk00:56:03 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the To...2022-05-111h 00
The Contrarians155 - Pt. 1 - Lost in Space (CC)The Friendstravaganza begins! Join Alex & Julio as they celebrate a high point in Matt LeBlanc’s career: the much reviled LOST IN SPACE film adaptation - a movie that had the courage to take a campy sci-fi TV show and turn it into a dark gritty blockbuster adventure. Can Joey Tribbiani hold his own against Daddy William Hurt and Scene-Stealing Gary Oldman? You already know the answer!TIMELINE00:01:16 Lost in Space00:19:32 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Lost in Space? Check out the Real Talk (RT) episode, on...2022-05-111h 02
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Private Life (RT)This is Netflix’s second-best original film, according to patron Dan Brenic, but how does it fare on Alex and Julio’s personal rankings? Can you relate to PRIVATE LIFE if you have zero interest in ever having children? Who is this Kayli Carter and does she measure up to consummate pros like Giamatti and Hahn? Most importantly: can we ever see John Carroll Lynch as anyone but The Zodiac Killer?TIMELINE00:00:47 Now on Patreon00:11:28 Real Talk00:56:27 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONT...2022-05-051h 02
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - Private Life (CC)PRIVATE LIFE could’ve been a ruthless exposé of a multimillion-dollar industry that preys on desperate souls who just want to raise a child or two. Or it could’ve been an edge-of-your-seat thriller about a husband & wife who take advantage of a clueless, idealistic young woman. Instead, it’s an artsy-fartsy drama about Paul Giamatti & Kathryn Hahn having a terrible marriage. Listen to Alex and Julio as they try to figure out who’s the least fit to be a parent in one of Netflix’s most acclaimed original movies!TIMELINE00:01:16 Private Life00:16:09...2022-05-0558 min
The Contrarians154 - Pt. 2 - Knives Out (RT)What exactly drove Julio to watch KNIVES OUT four times? And how does Alex really feel about the movie’s politics? Does Rian Johnson remain on The Contrarians’ good side after his most recent movie, or has this relationship hit a snag? All this, plus: We pick our favorite characters and favorite moments - all as part of Real Talk.TIMELINE00:01:05 Now on Patreon00:12:20 Real Talk00:49:44 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus epis...2022-04-3053 min
The Contrarians154 - Pt. 1 - Knives Out (CC)What happens when a filmmaker on the rise makes a divisive franchise movie? Well, if the filmmaker is Rian Johnson and the franchise is Star Wars, the poor guy then gets bullied into making a bland crowdpleaser like KNIVES OUT to restore his reputation. And it worked! Listen to Alex & Julio nitpick their way through yet another overhyped entry in that most convoluted of genres, the Whoddunit!TIMELINE00:01:16 Knives Out00:12:21 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Knives Out? Check out the Real Talk (RT) episode, on your...2022-04-301h 03
The ContrariansThe Rock Vs. John Cena: Part 3 (A Patreon Sampler)We’re doing some really cool stuff on our Patreon channel - some of it very different from what we offer on our main feed. Case in point: our Rock Vs. John Cena miniseries, where Alex schools Julio on the epic rivalry between the two pro wrestling superstars. Wanna check it out? Here’s Part 3, sort of a stand-alone episode which focuses on The Summer of Punk and includes a discussion of the surprisingly well-received CM Punk vehicle, GIRL ON THE THIRD FLOOR!Would you like to listen to the rest of our Rock Vs John Cena miniseries? Join...2022-04-192h 14
The Contrarians153 - Pt. 2 - Left Behind (RT)Let’s get real: we’ve done far worse movies than LEFT BEHIND on this show, and their Tomatometer scores were much higher. But does that make this Nic Cage religious movie a good film, or just one that’s not as bad as, say, Ready to Rumble? Do you experience the rapture differently if you’re familiar with Chad Michael Murray’s career? And does the Kirk Cameron version of this story sound more interesting? Find out during Real Talk!TIMELINE00:00:49 Now on Patreon00:10:03 Real Talk00:56:46 The Future & Perennial Plugs- In...2022-04-151h 00
The Contrarians153 - Pt. 1 - Left Behind (CC)How do you score a 0% Tomatometer score when your movie features Nicolas Cage? The answer is obvious: the world isn’t ready for a faith-based blockbuster. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t celebrate LEFT BEHIND, a cinematic masterpiece that did the Thanos Snap waaaaaaay before Infinity War! And yes, God is Thanos in this scenario. Listen to Alex & Julio as they geek out over the Chad Michael Murray vehicle they didn’t know they needed!TIMELINE00:01:16 Left Behind (2014)00:13:27 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Left Behind...2022-04-1558 min
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert (RT)So how did we really feel about The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert, and do our feelings match those of patron Ryan, who demanded this episode AND sent us a heartfelt email to be read in it? Will the Contrarians finally find common ground with Australian cinema, or is this accidental feud doomed to continue forever? And yes, we do muse about the American remake…TIMELINE00:00:42 Now on Patreon00:11:35 Real Talk00:49:57 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Pa...2022-04-0555 min
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the DesertIs there a word for “woke humble bragging” in Australia? Or do people just point to old VHS tapes of THE ADVENTURES OF PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT? Director Stephan Elliot goes above and beyond to tell the world how open-minded the Land of Oz truly is when it comes to charismatic drag queens, but anyone with an internet connection knows reality is much harsher than what this movie’s peddling. Listen to Alex & Julio as they explore the early careers of Agent Smith, General Zod, and Ed Exley!TIMELINE00:01:16 The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the...2022-04-0553 min
The Contrarians152 - Pt. 2 - Moneyball (RT)So how true is this true story exactly? And did Alex & Julio experience it differently because one is a sports fan and the other one isn’t? (guess who’s who) Listen as The Contrarians level with each other about the points MONEYBALL makes, the ones it doesn’t, and whether this is Jonah Hill’s best performance.TIMELINE00:00:56 Now on Patreon00:11:11 Real Talk01:03:41 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the...2022-03-221h 08
The Contrarians152 - Pt. 1 - Moneyball (CC)How many times is Brad Pitt going to fail at portraying a Regular Joe before he realizes it’s just not within his reach anymore? He’s Hollywood MegaStar Brad Pitt! And even if you could get past that bit of fake news in MONEYBALL, you’d still have to deal with Serious Actor Jonah Hill (successfully) grabbing for an Academy Awards nomination. All this while poor Phillip Seymour Hoffman is ignored on the sidelines, and the plot does its best to suck the fun out of sports. Listen to Alex & Julio give this acclaimed Miller/Zaillian/Sorkin collaboration The Co...2022-03-221h 05
The Contrarians151 - Pt. 2 - Semi-Pro (RT)Boy, you thought we were positive in Contrarians Corner? Wait until you hear Alex during Real Talk. Sit back and enjoy the most enthusiastic discussion about Semi-Pro that’s been had… probably since the movie was pitched to studio execs. But can we figure out why it didn’t succeed in the way other Will Ferrell comedies did around that time?TIMELINE00:00:40 Now on Patreon00:11:19 Real Talk01:02:39 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus...2022-03-161h 06
The Contrarians151 - Pt. 1 - Semi-Pro (CC)It turns out that basketball isn’t really appreciated in America. How else would you explain SEMI-PRO’s rotten standing among critics? The Will Ferrell vehicle is a perfect celebration of American can-do attitude, loaded with comedic all-stars at the top of their game, and yet… it’s somehow seen as a lesser Ferrell film. Well, Alex & Julio won’t stand for it! Listen to The Contrarians go to bat (or shoot a hoop) for Jackie, Monix, Clarence, and the rest of the gang!TIMELINE00:01:16 Semi-Pro00:15:11 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we rea...2022-03-161h 16
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Pan's Labyrinth (RT)You heard us pretend to be unimpressed by PAN’S LABYRINTH, but how do we really feel about Guillermo Del Toro’s first Oscars darling? Listen to Alex & Julio discuss the film’s ambiguous ending, whether Captain Vidal was just too much, and why we were somehow spared an American remake.TIMELINE00:00:14 Now on Patreon00:07:32 Real Talk00:58:38 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrari...2022-03-011h 02
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 1 - Pan's Labyrinth (CC)When it comes to Guillermo Del Toro’s career, it’s peaks and valleys. And there’s no higher peak than his over the top “adult fairy tale” PAN’S LABYRINTH. Listen to Alex & Julio as they poke holes all throughout the movie’s flimsy plot, from Captain Vidal’s inconsistent street-smarts to the ludicrous waste of the most powerful piece of chalk in the universe. You can thank patron Chas Fisher for this one!TIMELINE00:01:16 Pan’s Labyrinth00:18:00 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about Pan’s Labyrinth? Check out...2022-03-011h 12
The Contrarians150 - Can't Hardly WaitOur fifteenth Gray Area Episode also happens to be our 150th episode - which is kind of a big deal. So we needed to tackle an appropriately epic movie for the latest Contrarians battle. Doesn’t get any more epic than CAN’T HARDLY WAIT, a bonafide Ethan Embry vehicle, and you know how we feel about Ethan Embry on this show. Alex will be attacking, Julio will be defending, and they’ll both discuss what’s really going on in this classic teen comedy! Did America peak in 1998?TIMELINE00:01:43 Can’t Hardly Wait00:2...2022-02-272h 11
The Contrarians149 - Muppets Most WantedThe Muppathon has reached its international finale! MUPPETS MOST WANTED may be fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, but there’s a reason there hasn’t been a Muppet movie in the seven years since it landed in theaters, isn’t there? Listen to Alex & Julio as they wonder what hurt the final Muppet film the most: Ricky Gervais’ reputation or the lack of Jason Segel’s star power? Also, can anyone untangle the contradictory mess that is Muppets Continuity? And why does the franchise suddenly hate Rizzo?TIMELINE00:01:24 Muppets Most Wanted00:11:59 Contrarians Corner01:10:0...2022-02-112h 00
The ContrariansBonus! - The GuardThere’s no middle ground with movies about Irish people, it’d seem. You either get mushy sentimental claptrap like Sing Street, or the filthiest, most offensive depiction of Irishmen you can think of, like THE GUARD. Listen to Alex & Julio as they discuss the horrors found in Martin McDonagh’s feature film debut: Racism! Debauchery! Generic uses of Mark Strong and Ser Davos Seaworth! And cheap attempts at making Brendan Gleeson sympathetic by giving him an ailing mother!TIMELINE00:01:16 The Guard00:13:57 Contrarians Corner00:54:06 Irishness00:55:02 Now on Patreon01...2022-02-011h 35
The Contrarians148 - The Happytime MurdersLet’s be real: the noir genre has been dead for decades. One of the main reasons why is that audiences refuse to embrace any imaginative reinventions of the old hard-boiled detective stories - regardless of their quality. Such was the fate of Brian Henson’s wonderfully subversive THE HAPPYTIME MURDERS, which committed the deadly sin of having puppets be sexual and deeply flawed in puritan America. Listen to Alex & Julio as they try to rescue Henson’s misunderstood masterpiece from obscurity in the latest installment of The Muppathon!TIMELINE00:01:17 The Happytime Murders00:12:43 Contra...2022-01-211h 59
The Contrarians147 - The Muppets Take ManhattanThe Muppathon continues as Kermit and his friends… graduate college??? Come on, now. How much can we let Jim Henson get away with just because it was The 80s? Listen to Alex & Julio as they discuss THE MUPPETS TAKE MANHATTAN - also known as “that 90-minute commercial for the Muppet Babies TV show”. Manipulative Broadway tunes! Outdated celebrity cameos! A disappointing embrace of marriage as an institution! It’s everything a Muppet fan inexplicably wants!TIMELINE00:01:16 The Muppets Take Manhattan00:12:26 Contrarians Corner01:05:38 The Frog is Staying01:06:31 Now on Patreon01...2022-01-131h 54
The ContrariansBonus! - AvatarWe’re wrapping up the year the same way we started it: with an overblown, overrated James Cameron mega-blockbuster - courtesy of Patron Jamie Russell. Listen to Alex & Julio give AVATAR the Contrarians Treatment and welcome Charismatic Enigma Sam Worthington back on the show! Also: what did Giovanni Ribisi do to get stuck with all that exposition? Could you tell Sigourney Weaver wanted to drop an F-bomb in every scene? And why does Jimmy-C get a pass when it comes to rewriting history? All this, and more… IN 3D!!!!TIMELINE00:01:52 Avatar00:15:20 Contrarians Corner2022-01-052h 27
The Contrarians146 - The Muppets' Wizard of OzTIMELINE00:01:16 The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz00:09:55 Contrarians Corner01:03:26 Burn, baby, burn01:04:24 Now on Patreon01:09:52 Real Talk01:47:51 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- THE FE...2021-12-211h 52
The Contrarians145 - The Muppet MovieTIMELINE00:01:16 The Muppet Movie00:09:10 Contrarians Corner00:54:09 Movin’ Right Along00:55:07 Now on Patreon01:00:52 Real Talk01:37:25 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- THE FESTIVE...2021-12-141h 39
The ContrariansBonus! - Dead Alive (Braindead)TIMELINE00:01:17 Dead Alive00:13:55 Contrarians Corner01:09:17 Divine Intervention01:09:46 Now on Patreon01:16:50 Real Talk01:53:41 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have b...2021-12-021h 58
The Contrarians144 - Doctor Who: The MovieTIMELINE00:01:40 Doctor Who: The Movie00:18:49 Contrarians Corner01:06:38 Grand Slam01:06:50 Now on Patreon01:10:33 Real Talk01:48:53 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- THE FESTIV...2021-11-231h 52
The Contrarians143 - Mad Max: Fury RoadTIMELINE00:01:16 Mad Max: Fury Road00:14:45 Contrarians Corner01:14:01 Redemption01:14:45 Now on Patreon01:23:00 Real Talk02:27:26 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- Want to hear m...2021-11-132h 29
The ContrariansBonus! - The Embries 2021TIMELINE00:01:18 The Embries 202100:17:10 Supporting Actress00:33:55 Supporting Actor00:54:54 The Lancaster Dodd Grant01:05:24 The Ruffalo01:12:17 The Gad01:27:41 Lead Actor01:46:32 Lead Actress02:07:28 Film02:28:22 Thank-yous & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s embl...2021-11-022h 31
The Contrarians142 - OscarTIMELINE00:01:16 Oscar00:15:17 Contrarians Corner01:08:15 Chazz is confused01:08:47 Now on Patreon01:13:49 Real Talk02:08:58 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- Julio returned to Ryan...2021-10-232h 13
The Contrarians141 - Baby DriverTIMELINE00:01:16 Baby Driver00:12:56 Contrarians Corner01:09:08 Jon Bernthal’s One Scene01:10:16 Now on Patreon01:16:40 Real Talk01:53:55 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Contrarians Merch is finally here! Check out our RED BUBBLE MERCH PAGE and buy yourself something nice that’s emblazoned with one of our four different designs!- Alex & J...2021-10-131h 59
The ContrariansBonus! - The MasterTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:15 Intro00:01:16 - 00:21:21 The Master00:21:22 - 01:08:24 Contrarians Corner01:08:25 - 01:09:34 The Secret01:09:35 - 01:18:52 Now on Patreon01:18:53 - 02:05:47 Real Talk02:05:48 - 02:08:57 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on S...2021-10-012h 08
The Contrarians140 - Pain & GainTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:15 Intro00:01:16 - 00:17:31 Pain & Gain00:17:32 - 01:12:42 Contrarians Corner01:12:43 - 01:13:46 Inspirational Whalberg01:13:47 - 01:20:22 Now on Patreon01:20:23 - 02:07:22 Real Talk02:07:23 - 02:10:47 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on S...2021-09-222h 10
The Contrarians139 - In the CutTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:02:09 Intro00:02:10 - 00:14:48 In the Cut00:14:49 - 01:05:43 Contrarians Corner01:05:44 - 01:06:53 In the Cut trailer01:06:54 - 01:11:52 Now on Patreon01:11:53 - 01:55:54 Real Talk01:55:55 - 01:59:08 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out...2021-09-121h 59
The ContrariansBonus! - Hancock!TIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:15 Intro00:01:16 - 00:12:50 Hancock00:12:51 - 01:01:24 Contrarians Corner01:01:25 - 01:02:30 Riding that Train01:02:31 - 01:07:54 Now on Patreon01:07:55 - 01:55:14 Real Talk01:55:15 - 01:59:17 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on S...2021-09-011h 59
The Contrarians138 - The Sixth SenseTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:15 Intro00:01:16 - 00:13:44 The Sixth Sense00:13:45 - 01:05:47 Contrarians Corner01:05:48 - 01:06:46 Little Family01:06:47 - 01:07:21 Zoë on Old01:07:22 - 01:13:02 Now on Patreon01:13:03 - 02:07:02 Real Talk02:07:03 - 02:11:40 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazi...2021-08-212h 11
The Contrarians137 - After Earth (2013)TIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:17 Intro00:01:18 - 00:16:43 After Earth00:16:44 - 00:55:53 Contrarians Corner00:55:54 - 00:56:54 Not a Coward00:56:55 - 01:02:56 Now on Patreon01:02:57 - 01:42:01 Real Talk01:42:26 - 01:45:19 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work...2021-08-111h 45
The ContrariansBonus! - Extinction (2018)TIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:15 Intro00:01:16 - 00:11:39 Extinction00:11:40 - 00:52:23 Contrarians Corner00:52:24 - 00:53:24 Neighbors00:53:25 - 01:00:01 Now on Patreon01:00:02 - 01:42:01 Real Talk01:42:02 - 01:46:30 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on Spotify, on F...2021-08-011h 46
The Contrarians136 - SignsWhen SIGNS originally premiered back in 2002, we were all under the spell of M. Night Shyamalan. The last true Mel Gibson blockbuster coasted on lots of good will earned by The Sixth Sense & Unbreakable, despite making very little sense. But what does Shyamalan’s third movie look like in the year 2021? Listen to Alex & Julio try to answer that question as they wonder if M. Night truly believes everything happens for a reason, puzzle over a bizarre Michael Showalter cameo, and discuss their frustrations with Shyamalan’s increasing on-camera participation! It’s part two of the Shyamalanthology!TIMELI...2021-07-202h 06
The Contrarians135 - The Last AirbenderTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:14 Intro00:01:15 - 00:12:34 The Last Airbender00:12:35 - 00:59:51 Contrarians Corner00:59:52 - 01:00:45 Airbending Like a Boss01:00:46 - 01:06:32 Now on Patreon01:06:33 - 01:46:37 Real Talk01:46:38 - 01:49:27 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out...2021-07-111h 57
The ContrariansBonus! - Gettin' SquareTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:14 Intro00:01:16 - 00:17:59 Gettin’ Square00:18:00 - 00:57:29 Contrarians Corner00:57:30 - 00:58:24 Courtroom Blitz00:58:25 - 01:03:17 Now on Patreon01:03:18 - 01:50:29 Real Talk01:50:30 - 01:57:04 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Alex & Julio have separate upcoming appearances on TWO PEAS ON A PODCAST - Alex will be discussing his Top Five Raunchy movies and Julio...2021-07-031h 57
The Contrarians134 - SnowpiercerTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:14 Intro00:01:16 - 00:12:17 Snowpiercer00:12:18 - 01:18:59 Contrarians Corner01:19:00 - 01:19:54 The Engine Song01:19:55 - 01:23:49 Now on Patreon01:23:50 - 02:17:07 Real Talk02:17:08 - 02:20:14 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- You can find Joselyn as part of the crew in STAR TREK WARS, and also as part of a very personal project for her...2021-06-232h 20
The ContrariansFriday the 13th Part VIII - Jason Takes ManhattanTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:14 Intro00:01:15 - 00:19:49 Jason Takes Manhattan00:19:50 - 01:17:48 Contrarians Corner01:17:49 - 01:19:06 Jason & Arsenio01:19:07 - 01:26:41 Now on Patreon01:26:42 - 02:09:28 Real Talk02:09:29 - 02:13:33 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work...2021-06-142h 13
The ContrariansBonus - Daddy Day CareTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:15 Intro00:01:16 - 00:17:26 Daddy Day Care00:17:27 - 01:03:06 Contrarians Corner01:03:07 - 01:03:56 Tony01:03:57 - 01:08:45 Now on Patreon01:08:46 - 01:54:01 Real Talk01:54:02 - 01:58:05 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on S...2021-06-021h 58
The Contrarians132 - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-VerseTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:16 Intro00:01:15 - 00:15:22 Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse00:11:36 - 01:08:37 Contrarians Corner01:20:18 - 01:09:34 You’re Like Me01:21:17 - 01:13:34 Now on Patreon01:25:47 - 01:53:54 Real Talk02:13:01 - 02:19:51 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Listen to Dan talk about Netflix on the NETFLIX N’ SWILL podcast and then listen to him talk about Magic in...2021-05-222h 19
The Contrarians131 - Grudge MatchTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:16 Intro00:01:50 - 00:15:22 Grudge Match00:15:23 - 01:08:37 Contrarians Corner01:08:38 - 01:09:34 The Devil from Angel Heart01:09:35 - 01:13:34 Now on Patreon01:13:35 - 01:53:54 Real Talk01:53:55 - 01:59:25 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Check out Julio’s guest spot on the BEYOND THE BOX SET podcast, celebrating and pitching a sequel to Jonathan Demme’...2021-05-131h 59
The ContrariansBonus! - Tango & CashTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:16 Intro00:01:15 - 00:12:34 Tango & Cash00:12:35 - 01:07:53 Contrarians Corner01:07:54 - 01:08:53 Bad Cop / Worse Cop01:08:54 - 01:15:15 Now on Patreon01:15:16 - 01:53:54 Real Talk01:53:55 - 01:59:00 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- Check out Julio’s guest spot on the YUM YUM PODCAST if you’re a Star Trek: Discovery fan . . . and even if you a...2021-05-021h 58
The Contrarians130 - Crash (1996)TIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:16 Intro00:01:17 - 00:19:18 Crash (1996)00:19:19 - 01:11:07 Contrarians Corner01:11:08 - 01:14:11 Siskel & Ebert01:14:12 - 01:23:06 Now on Patreon01:23:07 - 01:56:43 Real Talk01:56:44 - 01:59:54 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on Spot...2021-04-221h 59
The Contrarians129 - The WrestlerTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:02:35 Intro00:02:36 - 00:22:13 The Wrestler00:22:14 - 01:25:27 Contrarians Corner01:25:28 - 01:26:44 Deli Fun01:26:45 - 01:31:33 Now on Patreon01:31:34 - 02:19:21 Real Talk02:19:22 - 02:21:56 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on S...2021-04-092h 21
The ContrariansBonus! - BacurauTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:17 Intro00:01:18 - 00:11:57 Bacurau00:11:58 - 01:08:59 Contrarians Corner01:09:00 - 01:09:55 Udo Kier Wisdom01:09:56 - 01:19:23 Now on Patreon01:19:24 - 01:56:10 Real Talk01:56:11 - 01:59:57 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on S...2021-03-311h 59
The Contrarians128 - ShowgirlsTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:37 Intro00:01:38 - 00:20:51 Showgirls00:20:52 - 01:06:48 Contrarians Corner01:06:49 - 01:07:50 Pacino / DeNiro01:07:51 - 01:13:38 Now on Patreon01:13:39 - 02:03:37 Real Talk02:03:38 - 02:07:52 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on Spot...2021-03-242h 07
The Contrarians127 - Marriage StoryTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:01:17 Intro00:01:18 - 00:11:14 Marriage Story00:11:15 - 01:04:37 Contrarians Corner01:04:38 - 01:05:36 And you’re winning!01:05:37 - 01:10:14 Now on Patreon01:10:15 - 01:55:43 Real Talk01:55:44 - 01:59:28 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their...2021-03-121h 59
The ContrariansBonus! - Sling BladeTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:02:17 Intro00:02:18 - 00:15:42 Sling Blade00:15:43 - 01:10:37 Contrarians Corner01:10:38 - 01:11:39 Funny Ha-Ha01:11:40 - 01:15:48 Now on Patreon01:15:49 - 01:54:40 Real Talk01:54:41 - 01:57:45 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work on S...2021-03-021h 57
The Contrarians126 - Indecent ProposalTIMELINE00:00:00 - 00:02:19 Intro00:02:20 - 00:17:08 Indecent Proposal00:17:09 - 01:12:55 Contrarians Corner01:12:56 - 01:13:37 Was it good?01:13:38 - 01:17:49 Now on Patreon01:17:50 - 01:52:58 Real Talk01:52:59 - 01:56:52 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested In more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extended plugs, bonus episodes free from the Tomatometer shackles… It’s everything a Contrarians devotee would want!- THE FESTIVE YEARS have been letting us use their music for years now and they are amazing. You can check out their work...2021-02-201h 56