Best Clockwork Nights Podcasts (2025)

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An Underdog Conversation... from Bad News Bears to Breaking Away 46:06

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16d ago46:06

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss movies where sports underdogs get the spotlight. Using 1976's Bad News Bears and 1979's Breaking Away as conversation starters, they share their history with these underdog stories, what we liked and hated, what makes a great underdog movie , how these films have changed over the years, our to…

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A Musical Conversation.... From Singing in the Rain to the Greatest Showman 45:32

1M ago45:32

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss musical movies and how they've changed over the years. Using 1952's Singing in the Rain and 2017's The Greatest Showman as conversation starters, they share their history with these musicals, what makes a musical, how they're different than musical bio pics, the differnce between stag shows ad…

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A Rewatchable Conversation.... From Clockwork Orange to Life of Brian 46:00

3M ago46:00

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss movies we love to rewatch and what makes movie that way. Using 1998's The Big Lebowski and 2010's Scott Pilgrim vs The WOrld as conversation starters, they share their history with these rewatchable films, the types of movies that demand rewatchability, what qualities do movies like these have…

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S1E19 - Malcolm McDowell in A Clockwork Orange (Give Him The Chair!) Feat Justin Webb 1:34:31

4M ago1:34:31

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"Dear God Frasier, we've stumbled upon Hell's waiting room." It's mega-length episode time, which can only mean I've been joined by a guest for this week's episode. Justin Webb from the very excellent Record Rotations podcast (https://www.instagram.com/record_rotations/) joins me to discuss Frasier, Malcolm McDowell, and his first time watch of A C…

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A Controversial Conversation.... From Clockwork Orange to Life of Brian 39:44

4M ago39:44

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss controversial films - what makes them so and how they change over time. Using 1979's Life of Brian and 1971's Clockwork Orange as conversation starters, they share their history with these controversial films, what makes the so, if they earned their controversial title, how the idea of "contro…

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S1E17 - Dean Erickson in A Gabriel Knight Mystery (A Midwinter night's Dream) 35:37

5M ago35:37

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"Dr. Crane, your glockenspiel has sprung to life!" Welcome to Frasier on Video Games! Yes - what if Frasier was a point and click adventure from the mid-90s? This is an exciting one folks - our man of the hour Dean Erickson hasn't really acted in anything other than Frasier and this absolute cult favourite video game from the 90s. So strap in as we…

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A Gene Hackman Conversation.... From Night Moves to Unforgiven 42:00

5M ago42:00

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss the work of film legend Gene Hackman. Using 1975's Night Moves and 1992's Unforgiven as conversation starters, they share their history with watching Gene Hackman movies, what makes him standout and defines him as an actor, how his career changed over time, and some of our favs (and not so fav…

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S1E16 - Bebe Neuwirth in Malice (The Show Where Lilith Comes Back) 50:29

5M ago50:29

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"No, Maris is a little strange. Lilith... is weird!" Finally a core cast member gets their moment in the sun! And this one needs it. It's the ice queen herself, Lilith. Or should I say Bebe Neuwirth. The very lovely Bebe Neuwirth so lets not have any barbs or attacks like the character she played on the show would get. We'll be covering the entiret…

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S1E15 - Robert Miano in Donnie Brasco (You Can't Tell A Crook By His Cover) 43:12

6M ago43:12

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"That would have been a very dramatic exit, if only her room was down that hall." Well this episode is at threat of having the main guest, Robert Miano, overshadowed by the recent death of Michael Madsen. Miano is our focus though, the Sonny Red to Michael Madsen's Sonny Black in this episodes spotlight movie; Donnie Brasco. Miano is also an on scr…

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From Showgirls to The Thing... a Movie Reappraisal Conversation 40:42

6M ago40:42

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss movies that once everyone thought sucked but have since had a rethink. Using 1982's The Thing and 1995's Showgirls as conversation starters, they share their history with these movies, why they might not have been liked back in the day, the factors that go into movie hate, why movies get a rea…

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S1E14 - Ashley Bank in The Monster Squad (Can't Buy Me love) 45:18

6M ago45:18

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"No way... No way... No... Way!" No the podcast isn't over! Yes I am still alive... Yes, the responsibilities of researching, hosting, editing and releasing this show solo are becoming painfully apparent. Thanks for listening! Here's a fun one for you Frasier fans and fans of 80s nostalgia movies. First time watch of the cult favourite The Monster …

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From Blue Velvet to Mulholland Drive... a David Lynch Conversation 40:42

7M ago40:42

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss the work of film director David Lynch Using 1986's Blue Velvet and 2001's Mulholland Drive as conversation starters, they share their history with his filmography, what makes a "David Lynch" movie, why he's considered influential, and some of our favs (and not so favs) of his films. And of cou…

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S1E13 - Elijah Wood in Everything Is Illuminated (Guess Who's Coming To Breakfast) Feat. Julio from The Contrarians 1:49:27

7M ago1:49:27

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"Did you ah, play some games? Well, I mean, board games! Not that you were bored - or excited... well, not that I'd know anything - or should!" The longest episode yet for an incredible guest. Not just Elijah Wood. I mean Julio from The Contrarians podcast! Listen in as we discuss all the things that make Elijah (and Austin) weird before we unpack …

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S1E12 - Ben Stiller in Permanent Midnight (Miracle on 3rd or 4th Street) 50:49

8M ago50:49

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How much more appetizing food always becomes when you add the word "log." What's this? Christmas in May? Well this is what happens when you plan way in advance. You end up recording a Christmas episode in December but releasing it in Spring. But who cares? We could all use a little Christmas spirit throughout the year. Nobody more, than the miserab…

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S1E11 - Maddie Corman Interview & 7 Minutes In Heaven (Death Becomes Him) 1:13:26

8M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

"Niles, you don't even pump your own gas." Frasier On Film welcomes our first-ever guest actor from the series! Actress Maddie Corman joins us for today's episode to discuss a fascinating career spanning-several decades and including some career highlights from starring in a sitcom with George C Scott through to her iconic role as Polly in Seven Mi…

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Victoria Movie Nerd Spotlight on Kent Bendall 12:19

8M ago12:19

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A special spotlight episode of Movie Nerds sets its sights on a local movie nerd - Kent Bendall. He is a cherished figure in Victoria, British Columbia, renowned for his dedication to film culture and community engagement. As the former owner and operator of Pic-A-Flic Video, he played a pivotal role in sustaining one of Canada's last independent v…

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Fake Bands in Film... a Conversation with a Special Guest 44:26

8M ago44:26

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel are joined by a special guest - former owner of Pic-A-Flic Kent Bendall to dig into movies showcasing fake bands. Using 1996's That Thing You Do! and 2001's Josie and the Pussycats as conversation starters, they share the similarities between fake and real musical biopics, what we like/hate about them…

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S1E10 - Jay Leno in Collision Course (Oops!) 40:58

9M ago40:58

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"God, I wish I'd fired you when I had the chance!" Frasier's big-mouth strikes again - he blabs and gets Bob Bulldog Briscoe's butt bounced right outta the bloody building. Too many b-word's, the last one was a reach. Anyway, that's the show this week and our focus, INCREDIBLY, is on Jay Leno this time! Leno made one feature film performance in his…

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The Hours To Die For... a Nicole Kidman Conversation 37:48

9M ago37:48

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss the movie roles of Nicole Kidman. Using 1995's To Die For and 2002's Hours as conversation starters, they share their history with these two films, what makes a "Nicole Kidman" character or movie, how her roles have changed over the years, and some of our favs (and not so favs). And of course,…

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S1E9 - Carl Reiner in The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming (Selling Out) 36:42

9M ago36:42

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"You make me want to stuff my face full of egg rolls and... I don't know what." It's time to reach back into the past and check out one of the few Carl Reiner feature film performances. Russian suspicion, conspiracy and full-blown panic are afoot... But it's OK, because Alan Arkin has a funny moustache! Meanwhile, over on Frasier, we get the first …

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70s Action - Street Gang Edition.... A Conversation 38:54

10M ago38:54

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel get a little niche - 70s Street Gang Action Films Using 1976's Assault on Precinct 13 and 1979's The Warriors as conversation starters, they share their history with these two films, what works and what doesn't, staples of the genre, how they were different than other decades and more! And of course, …

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S1E8 - JoBeth Williams in Poltergeist (Beloved Infidel) Feat. FilmBusters Paul 1:02:49

10M ago1:02:49

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"They've already looked up your skirt and they've seen everything there is to see." It's a crossover episode which means it's a BUMPER episode! I'm joined by my best friend and long-term podcasting partner FilmBusters Paul (of @filmbusterspod @dcandproud fame) for this episode which dives deep into a classic episode of Frasier, a fascinating woman …

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S1E7 - Bruno Kirby in The Freshman (Call Me Irresponsible) 36:28

10M ago36:28

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"What's your stomach have to say about this?" Episode 7 and I cannot believe this film is not better known. We may be focusing on Bruno Kirby this week, and all respect due to him, but it's Marlon Brando's appearance in The Freshman which will steal the conversation. It's basically the Don Corleone all over again. Played for laughs - but played ent…

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And the Oscar for Best Picture Goes To.... a Conversation 39:51

10M ago39:51

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss Best Picture winners. Using 1969's Midnight Cowboy and 2016's Moonlight as conversation starters, they share their thoughts on these two films as Oscar winners, how the Oscars have changed over the years, what we like/don't like and the 2025 nominations. And of course, we wrap it all up with a…

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S1E6 - Robert Klein in Two Weeks Notice (The Crucible) 38:47

11M ago38:47

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"We may be barbarians, but we pay for our pillaging." Episode 6 and it's hands down the worst film so far on this journey. I should also add a HUGE Trigger-Warning (we have a wild Donald Trump appearance). Two Weeks Notice really is as bad as it can get. But hopefully our guest this week Robert Klein can save the episode! Timestamps: 01:30 Intro 02…

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S1E5 - Jeff Daniels in Arachnophobia (Here's Looking At You) 40:14

11M ago40:14

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"There are a million stories in the naked city. Now if we could just find a naked one." Episode 5 and I hope you're ready to unpack and rehash some childhood phobias and traumas because we're about to explore Jeff Daniels (yes, he of Dumb And Dumber fame), by way of revisiting Arachnophobia! Timestamps: 01:30 Intro 02:43 Frasier Talk: Frasier prove…

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S1E4 - Joe Mantegna in Homicide (I Hate Frasier Crane) 34:17

11M ago34:17

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"All that's missing is a mariachi band!" Episode 4 and we tackle more than a few prickly issues today as we deep dive into Joe Mantegna's career (courtesy of a few David Mamet sidebars). Yes, most of us know him for his cartoonish embodiment of Fat Tony on The Simpsons. But how does he hold up as an actor in his own right? And what can we make of h…

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A 2000s Steven Spielberg Conversation 36:48

12M ago36:48

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss 2000's Spielberg. Using 2001's AI: Artificial Intelligence and 2005's War of the Worlds as conversation starters, they share their thoughts on these two films, how the director's movies in the 2000s stood up to his other eras, common themes, what makes them watchable and more! And of course, w…

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S1E3 - Patti LuPone in Beau Is Afraid (Dinner At 8) 38:44

12M ago38:44

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"Sherry, Niles?” Episode 3! Make or break time for the podcast! We’ve had the big guns come out to play in Episode 1 & 2 (Linda Hamilton & Christopher Reeve) - now it’s time to take a chance on a complete unknown (to me at least!). Have to say, it’s been my favourite episode to research and record so far. Hope that you guys have a similar experienc…

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S1E2 - Christopher Reeve in Village of the Damned (Space Quest) 35:34

12M ago35:34

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“Well aren’t you a little hot house orchid!” Episode 2! You came back?! Well, you’ll be glad to hear COVID still kicking my ass. The voice improves by episode 3, I promise. Until then let’s continue pulling out the big guns early, it’s Christopher Reeve’s turn to shine on this week’s Frasier On Film. Timestamps: 01:30 Intro 02:42 Frasier Talk: Fras…

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S1E1 - Linda Hamilton in Dante's Peak (The Good Son) 40:40

1y ago40:40

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"Golden Acres. We care, so you don't have to." Hi! Welcome, to the inaugural Frasier On Film episode. All first episodes of a podcast are infamously great, right? No chance I'll look back on this one and cringe in the years to come. Off to a great start - you'll have to excuse my voice as it succumbed to the mighty COVID in the second half of this …

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Holiday...Cheer? F@#K That! - A Xmas Dark Comedy Conversation 42:05

1y ago42:05

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss Xmas dark comedies. Using 1988's Scrooged and 2003's Bad Santa as conversation starters, they share their thoughts on these two films, the place of dark holiday during holiday cheer, what makes them watchable and more! And of course, we wrap it all up with suggestions for films we'd recommend …

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Arrival 1:45:30

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Released in 2016. Directed by Denis Villeneuve. Starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, and Forest Whitaker. "Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat." Timestamps 00:00 - Intro / Initial Review 36:15 - Spoiler Territory 1:32:18 - Final …

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Good Will Hunting 1:26:36

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Released in 1997. Directed by Gus Van Sant. Starring Matt Damon, Robin Williams, and Ben Affleck "When professors discover that an aimless janitor is also a math genius, a therapist helps the young man confront the demons that are holding him back." Timestamps 00:00 - Intro / Initial Review 19:00 - Spoiler Territory 1:08:19 - Final Scores Anyone? 1…

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Requiem for a Dream 1:17:55

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Released in 2000. Directed by Darren Aronofsky. Starring Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, and Jennifer Connelly. "The drug-induced utopias of four Coney Island residents are shattered when their addictions run deep." Timestamps 00:00 - Intro / Initial Review 25:33 - Spoiler Territory 1:04:55 - Final Scores Anyone? 1:16:02 - Next Movie Reveal FOLLOW US ON…

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Frasier On Film: Trailer 1:30

1y ago1:30

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Introductions are in order I suppose! Welcome to Frasier On Film - the Frasier TV show podcast with a twist. Each episode of the podcast visits each episode of Frasier across its 11-series run. But our main focus isn’t on the good Dr. himself. No, no! It’s going to be one of the guest appearances on the show that week. That could be one of the many…

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A Clockwork Orange 1:23:42

1y ago1:23:42

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Released in 1971. Directed by Stanley Kubrick. Starring Malcom McDowell, Patrick Magee, and Carl Duering. "In a near-future Britain, young Alexander DeLarge and his pals get their kicks beating and raping anyone they please. When not destroying the lives of others, Alex swoons to the music of Beethoven. The state, eager to crack down on juvenile cr…

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Coming Home from War... in Film 38:18

1y ago38:18

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss movies about coming home from war. Using 1989's Born on the Fourth of July and 2016's Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk as conversation tentpoles, they share their thoughts on these two films, what defines an anti-war movie, common cliches and the messages they try to portray. And of course, we …

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Inception 1:10:14

1y ago1:10:14

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Released in 2010. Directed by Christoper Nolan. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Ken Watanabe. "Cobb, a skilled thief who commits corporate espionage by infiltrating the subconscious of his targets is offered a chance to regain his old life as payment for a task considered to be impossible: “inception”, the implantation of anot…

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Memento 1:26:34

1y ago1:26:34

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Released in 2000. Directed by Christoper Nolan. Starring Guy Pearce, Carrie-Ann Moss, and Joe Pantoliano. "Leonard Shelby is tracking down the man who raped and murdered his wife. The difficulty of locating his wife’s killer, however, is compounded by the fact that he suffers from a rare, untreatable form of short-term memory loss. Although he can …

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The Curious Cage of Benjamin Button 56:00

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Released in 2008. Directed by David Fincher. Starring Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Taraji P. Henson. "Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who flits in and out of his life as she grows up to be…

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Did They Need To? - Scary Sequels to Iconic Horror 38:12

1y ago38:12

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss horror sequels and the good and bad of them. Using sequels to two iconic horror movies, 1983's Psycho 2 and 2019's Doctor Sleep, they share their thoughts on these two films, what horror sequels bring to the table, if they are necessary and when they aren't, and more. And of course, we wrap it…

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Children of Men 1:13:05

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Released in 2006. Directed by Alfonso Cuarón. Starring Clive Owen, Clare-Hope Ashitey, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. "In 2027, in a chaotic world in which humans can no longer procreate, a former activist agrees to help transport a miraculously pregnant woman to a sanctuary at sea, where her child’s birth may help scientists save the future of humankind." …

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The Prestige 1:17:21

1y ago1:17:21

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Released in 2006. Directed by Christoper Nolan. Starring Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, and Michael Caine. "A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy – full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences." Timestamps 00:00 - Intro / Initial Review 19:39 - Spoile…

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Tenet 1:52:46

1y ago1:52:46

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Rumor has it that if you play this episode backwards Dennis gives it a 10. Released in 2020. Directed by Christoper Nolan. Starring John David Washington, Robert Pattinson, and Elizabeth Debicki. "Armed with only one word - Tenet - and fighting for the survival of the entire world, the Protagonist journeys through a twilight world of international …

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The Denzel of It All 40:28

1+ y ago40:28

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, we discuss the career and performances of Denzel Washington. Using his two Oscar-winning performances as tentpoles - 1989's Glory and 2001's Training Day, they dig into our personal history with these films, what we love/don't love as much with his performances, our favourite scenes, the characteristics of a Denzel p…

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Ex Machina 1:37:26

1+ y ago1:37:26

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Spoiler alert: this is the highest we've ever rated a movie on the podcast (not counting Interstellar, which you should because Matt's a fuckin' doofus) Released in 2015. Directed by Alex Garland. Starring Domhnall Gleeson, Alicia Vikander, and Oscar Isaac. "Caleb, a coder at the world’s largest internet company, wins a competition to spend a week …

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Raising Arizona 1:05:48

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Coen Brothers x Nick Cage in his early days = a mixed bag of reviews. Released in 1987. Directed by Joel Coen. Starring Nicolas Cage, Holly Hunter, and Trey Wilson. "When a childless couple–an ex-con and an ex-cop–decide to help themselves to one of another family’s quintuplets, their lives become more complicated than they anticipated." Timestamps…

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There Will Be Blood 1:27:52

1+ y ago1:27:52

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There Will Be Blood takes our PTA virginity this week and there's mixed feelings :( Released in 2007. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. Starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Paul Dano. "Ruthless silver miner, turned oil prospector, Daniel Plainview moves to oil-rich California. Using his son to project a trustworthy, family-man image, Plainview cons local …

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Sing Along - Discussing Musical Biopics 40:30

1+ y ago40:30

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In this episode of Movie Nerds, hosts Kyle, and Russel dig into the cliches and traditions of musical biopics. Using 1954's The Glenn Miller Story and 1986's Sid and Nancy as their tentpoles for the discussion, they discuss what defines a biopic, what they liked/hated about them, why we kinda hate them, the list of tropes and how these movies have …