Movies, Films and Flix

Mark and Megan discuss the final fight in Thor: The Dark World. The Battle of Greenwich pits Thor, Jane Foster, Darcy Lewis, Erik Selvig, Ian Boothby, and Mew Mew, against Malekith the Accursed and his Dark Elves. It's a fun brawl that features portals, punches, and a very epic smack 'em up (this term is invented during the episode). Enjoy!

Mark and John discuss the 1987 film Prince of Darkness. Directed by John Carpenter, and starring Donald Pleasence, Victor Wong and Dennis Dun, the film is part of Carpenter's "Apocalypse Trilogy" and focuses on what happens when a mysterious green liquid awakens, and causes funky things to happen. In this episode, they talk about cheeky humor, heavy themes, and sturdy walls. Enjoy!

Mark and Zanandi (@ZaNandi on Twitter) discuss the excellent horror film The Dark and the Wicked. Directed by Bryan Bertino, and starring Marin Ireland, Michael Abbot Jr. and Julie Oliver-Touchstone, the film focuses on what happens when an estranged family comes up against something truly dark and wicked. In this episode, they talk about atmospheric horror, jerky demons, and the filmography of Bryan Bertino. Enjoy!

Mark and David (of the Award Wieners Movie Review Podcast) discuss the 1990 film Darkman. Directed by Sam Raimi, and starring Liam Neeson, Frances McDormand and Larry Drake, this bonkers movie focuses on what happens when a scientist survives an explosion, becomes a maniac superhero, and attempts to take down a crime boss. In this episode, they discuss 1990's superhero cinema, Sam Raimi, and helicopter explosions. Enjoy!

Mark and Nathan discuss the 2001 film Joe Dirt. Directed by Dennie Gordon, and starring David Spade, Christopher Walken, Brittany Daniel and Adam Beach, the movie focuses on the adventures of Joe Dirt, a super plucky guy who is trying to find his parents after they left him at the Grand Canyon. In this episode, they discuss positive heroes, bad jobs, and Christopher Walken's dancing.

Mark is joined by Megan and Adam to discuss the legendary final fight in the 1993 film Cliffhanger. Directed, by Renny Harlin, the brawl between Gabe Walker (Sylvester Stallone) and Eric Qualen (John Lithgow) is jam-packed with thrills, gut punches, smack talk, winches, biting and explosions. It's a wonderful fight, and we had a great time talking about it. Enjoy!

Mark and Erik discuss the 1997 romantic comedy My Best Friend's Wedding. Directed by P.J. Hogan, and starring Julia Roberts, Cameron Diaz, Rupert Everett and Dermot Mulroney, the film focuses on what happens when a food critic attempts to sabotage her best friend's wedding. In this episode, they talk about Julia Roberts huge run in the 1990s, bad karaoke, and good romantic comedies. Enjoy!

Mark and Nick Rehak (@TheRehak on Twitter) discuss the final fight in the 1986 film Police Academy 3: Back in Training. This final fight is a highlight of jet ski cinema, as it features a 10-minute jet ski chase that involves sweet jumps, beautiful screaming, and a character named Sweetchuck taking a sweet shortcut. Enjoy!

Mark and Doug discuss the Zack Snyder directed Dawn of the Dead. Released in 2004, this excellent remake was written by James Gunn and features fun performances from Sarah Polley, Ving Rhames, Jake Weber and Ty Burrell. In this episode, they discuss fast zombies, Richard Cheese and what makes this remake work. Enjoy!

Mark and David Cross (of the Award Wieners Movie Review Podcast) celebrate the one year anniversary of Bloodshot! In this episode, they discuss likable characters, fun fights and gym repair. Enjoy!