Movies, Films and Flix

Mark and Phil discuss the 2010 classic The Social Network. Directed by David Fincher, and starring Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake and lots of Aaron Sorkin dialogue, the movie focuses on the creation of Facebook and all the lawsuits that came with it. In this episode, they also talk about Fincher’s filmography, excellent dialogue, and fictionalized true stories.

Mark and David Cross (@ItsMeDavidCross on X) discuss the 1989 creature feature DeepStar Six. Directed by Sean S. Cunningham, and starring Nancy Everhard, Greg Evigan, Miguel Ferrer, and lots of blinking lights, the movie focuses on what happens when a large monster attacks a tiny underwater base. In this episode, they also talk about knockoff creature features, decompression pains, and the perils of underwater drilling. Enjoy!

Mark and David Cross (@ItsMeDavidCross on X) kick off the first ever Hacktion tournament by pitting eight action heroes up against eight horror villains. In this episode, Sarah Connor, Jason Voorhees, Trantor the Troll, Beatrix Kiddo,  Stripe the Gremlin, and more battle each other to claim ultimate victory.

Mark and Zanandi (@ZaNandi on X) discuss the 2009 science fiction horror film Pandorum. Directed by Chrstian Alvart, and starring Ben Foster, Dennis Quaid, Antje Traue, and hundreds of ill-tempered mutants, the movie focuses on what happens when an interstellar arc becomes an interstellar house of horrors. In this episode, they also talk about space trash movies, monster fights, and fun twist endings. Enjoy!

Mark and John (@MFFHorrorCorner on X) discuss the 2001 cult classic Frailty. Directed by Bill Paxton, and starring Matthew McConaughey, Powers Boothe, and an axe named Otis, the movie is a beautiful thriller that is perfectly directed by Bill Paxton. In this episode, they also talk about Lawman McConaughey, earnest angels, and the excellence of Bill Paxton. Enjoy!

To celebrate May the 4th, Mark and John talk about their favorite minor characters in the Star Wars universe. The Star Wars franchise is loaded with memorable supporting characters and they had a great time talking about rancors, wampas and sassy droids. They also answer listener questions and ponder the logistics of a pit left by a sarlacc. Enjoy!

Mark and Jonny Numb discuss the 1997 independent film A Better Place. Produced by Kevin Smith and Scott Mosier, and directed by Vincent Pereira, the movie focuses on the ill-fated friendship between two high school outcasts. In this episode they also talk about 1990’s independent cinema, View Askew productions, and literate maniacs. Enjoy!

Mark and Nick Rehak talk about the action movie characters with the best names and share what their action movie names would be. In this episode, they also talk about Dwayne Johnson movies, people named Scud, and Chance Boudreaux.

Mark and Zanandi (@ZaNandi on X) discuss the trailers for "Under Paris'' and "Trap." Both films look amazing and they had to be talked about because they feature sharks, traps, and Josh Hartnett. Enjoy! 

Mark and Erik discuss the 2009 romantic comedy The Proposal. Directed by Anne Fletcher and starring Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Betty White, and some unsweetened cinnamon light soy lattes, the blockbuster movie proves that Bullock is an all-timer romantic comedy star. In this episode, they also talk about rom-com tropes, movie posters, and coffee orders. Enjoy!