The Film Pigs Podcast

The Pigs are back with your May flowers – a podcast talking about the recent trend of sequels to 30+ year old movies and what 80s sequels we’d like to see next. Plus, what we’ve seen lately and a rousing game of trivia. All fully vaccinated! The post Podcast #147 – The Pig Picture: 80s Movies Sequels appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

It’s the end of April and the Pigs are back with a hard-hitting look at the movie industry’s obsession with IP. IP! Gotta have good IP! Four quadrant IP! Billion dollar IP! You got no IP? Get lost, loser! Plus games and Falk’s driving through a tunnel the whole time. The post Podcast #146 – The Pig Picture: Is It All IP’s Fault? appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

In this Bacon episode, Falk and Anderson have a very serious discussion in breaking down each very serious movie up for a very serious award from a very serious organization that gives out very serious gold trophies. Look, this is serious, you guys. The post Podcast #145 – The Bacon: The Best Picture Nominee Breakdown Meltdown! appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

Yes, the episode title is correct. We dedicated an entire podcast to Moonfall. Because we were really excited to see it. For real. Then we saw it. Then we talked about it. Moonfall. The post Podcast #144 – The Bacon: Moonfall appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

We missed December (let’s be honest, we were all just waiting out the end of 2021, right?) but are back for 2022! This episode the Pigs review al the movies they saw in 2021, in theaters or at home streaming, locked away from a world gone mad. SPOILER ALERT: Todd risked going to the theater … Continue reading Podcast #143 – The Bacon: 2021 Movies Roundup → The post Podcast #143 – The Bacon: 2021 Movies Roundup appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

A busy holiday season means this November’s podcast is an episode of The Bacon. Todd and Skelton get into it over whether a movie’s featured song made the movie a hit, or if the movie made the song popular. But before that they ramble on about movies they’ve seen, including those omnipresent Marvel ones. The post Podcast #142 – The Bacon: Song Vs. Movie appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

Remember, remember the Pigs in November! Because we forgot about October, the Pigs are hitting November early with an intense discussion about Shock Value in movies. Plus, an entirely too long segment about what we’ve seen lately and a game that predictably upsets Todd but has an unpredictable ending! The post Podcast #141 – The Pig Picture: Shock Value appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

We’re trying something new this episode – not a Bacon, not a regular episode, but something in-between. Because this pandemic is exhausting and we needed something to shake up the monotony. Also, prepping a full episode is hard work and Skelton is very, very tired. Give him a break! There’s still a game and arguing. The post Podcast #140 – The Pig Picture: The Industry’s Next 10 Years appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

A common refrain is that there is too much Computer Generated Image VFX in movies that dilute the experience. But what about when CGI VFX work to enhance a movie as seamlessly as the best practical effects? The Pigs break it down in a thoughtful discussion, then follow up with courtroom drama, the latest news, … Continue reading Podcast #139 – CGI VFX in Movies → The post Podcast #139 – CGI VFX in Movies appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

Yeah, yeah, we know we missed July. But we’re in some kind of mega-dumb double pandemic and it’s making us forgetful. Get vaccinated, mask up, and listen to the latest Film Pigs podcast about actors who died too soon. The post Podcast #138 – Actors Who Died Too Soon appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

We’re back, baby! For the first time in over a year of pandemic quarantine, the Film Pigs return with a regular podcast! And this time, it’s in person! With only minor mic issues, this podcast is a very special return to form with your favorite movie news, a discussion about the FAST & FURIOUS franchise, … Continue reading Podcast #137 – The Fast Saga → The post Podcast #137 – The Fast Saga appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

The Pigs return for a May show with all hands on deck! That’s right, it’s a regular format podcast with all 3 pigs in attendance. Please enjoy our show dedicated to the late, great Charles Grodin. Plus, the usual segments you’ve been missing the past few shows: news, courtroom drama, games, and more! NOTE: New … Continue reading Podcast #136 – Charles Grodin → The post Podcast #136 – Charles Grodin appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

Just under the wire for April, and one Pig short, the Film Pigs present an episode of The Bacon – this time talking Comfort Food Movies: those genres or specific movies you can watch over and over again. But not before extended discussion about the status of Todd’s b-hole. Spoiler Alert: It’s fantastic! The post Podcast #135 – The Bacon: Comfort Food Movies appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

We’ve reached the end of March, and to celebrate the rollout of pandemic vaccines (yes, they are real and they work) the Film Pigs bring you a very special episode of The Bacon! This time, Falk wasn’t available but Todd and Skelton talk Director’s Cuts in a very soothing NPR-ish style that takes a critical … Continue reading Podcast #134 – The Bacon: Director’s Cuts → The post Podcast #134 – The Bacon: Director’s Cuts appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

The Bacon: Crying Movies is a listicle episode in which Falk and Todd talk about ten (or fifteen) movies that make them cry. Tough guys do cry! Don’t make fun! Also, they talk about the junk in Todd’s neighbors’ driveways and get in a shame fight about summer homes. The post Podcast #133 – The Bacon: Crying Movies appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

What better way to say “You go straight to Hell, devil-year!” than with a Film Pigs podcast discussing the movies released in 2020? Don’t answer that, because there is no better way! It’s the dawn of a new year as the Pigs discuss the latest movie news, last year’s cinema lanscape, hold high courtroom drama, … Continue reading Podcast #132 – The Year in Movies 2020 → The post Podcast #132 – The Year in Movies 2020 appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

GET LOST 2020! The Film Pigs are back in full effect, sending off this hell year with a show about Warner Bros. decision to release their entire 2021 slate on HBO Max! Plus, movie news, courtroom, drama, games, and more! Get it in your ears to soothe the last few hours of 2020! The post Podcast #131 – Warner Bros 2021 Streaming Slate appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

It’s Black Pigsday! And the best deal to be found is this absolutely free podcast! Spend your post-Thanksgiving day snacking on leftovers and listening to Todd and Skelton talk about movie mash-ups in this very special* episode of The Bacon! *Meaning, Falk wasn’t available and this is what we came up with. The post Podcast #130 – The Bacon: Mash-Ups appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

Boo! This podcast is so scary, kids! The Pigs are talking what horror movies they’ve seen lately, their favorite scariest moments from the movies, hypothetical movie questions, and more – all just in time for Halloween! The post Podcast #129 – The Bacon: Horror Movies We’ve Seen Lately appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.

As we close out the 6th full month of quarantine, the Pigs return with an update on how the pandemic has affected the film industry, their own viewing habits, and how things have changed. Plus, your regular movie news, a landmark movie court decision, a truly unpredictable game, and much more! The post Podcast #128 – Movies During The Pandemic, Part Deux appeared first on Film Pigs: Podcasts, Web Shows, Scotch.