Movies, Films and Flix

Mark and Jonny Numb (@jonnyNumb on Twitter) discuss the 2017 film Super Dark Times. Directed by Kevin Phillips, and starring Charlie Tahan, Owen Campbell and Elizabeth Cappuccino, the film focuses on the super dark times that follow a tragedy. In this episode, they discuss 1990's nostalgia, film theories, and convenience store squid. Enjoy!

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!

It's a crossover episode! Mark was joined by Adam and Steven of the GoFigure YouTube channel, and That Junkman (check out the That Junkman YouTube channel) to discuss which movies should've received a toyline when they were released. This is a fun episode, that features an in-depth conversation about whether or not the 2011 film The Lincoln Lawyer should've received its own toyline (it 100% deserves a line of action figures). Please make sure to subscribe to the GoFigure and That Junkman...

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!

Mark and Niall discuss the 1993 action film Last Action Hero. Directed by John McTiernan, and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Charles Dance and Austin O'Brien, this incredibly expensive meta-action film tells the story of what happens when a kid is magically sucked into a fictional action movie that is full of explosions, clichés, and one-liners. In this episode, they discuss the gigantic production, script rewrites, and why it's a cult classic. Enjoy!

In honor of the 35th anniversary of Highlander, Mark and Norbert discuss the final fight between Connor MacLeod (Christopher Lambert) and The Kurgan (Clancy Brown).

Mark and John celebrate 350 episodes by talking about the 1980 cult classic comedy Used Cars. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, and starring Kurt Russell, Jack Warden and Deborah Harmon, this dark and raunchy comedy focuses on what happens when two rival car dealerships battle for supremacy (lots of shenanigans). In this episode, they discuss Kurt Russell, insane stunts, and shifty characters who are totally honest about being dishonest. Enjoy!

Mark and Bryce discuss the 1993 action-thriller Judgement Night. Directed by Stephen Hopkins, and starring Emilio Estevez, Denis Leary and Cuba Gooding Jr., the film focuses on what happens when four guys are harassed by Denis Leary. In this episode, they talk about iconic soundtracks, cool henchmen and shopping mall fights. Enjoy!

Mark and Norbert discuss the 1987 comedy Raising Arizona. Directed by Joel & Ethan Coen, and starring Holly Hunter and Nicolas Cage, this comedy classic focuses on what happens when a desperate couple steal a baby from a wealthy Arizona businessman (lots of fun shenanigans). In this episode, they discuss trailer fights, grenades, and the excellence of Holly Hunter. Enjoy! Please make sure to rate, review, share and subscribe!

Mark and Clayton Thompson (the director of The Nothing, check it out on Amazon Prime), discuss the 2014 film As Above, So Below. Directed by John Erick Dowdle (Devil, Quarantine), and starring Perdita Weeks and Ben Feldman, this fun horror film focuses on what happens when a treasure hunt literally leads to hell. In this episode, they discuss likable protagonists, hidden details, and clock fixing. Enjoy!

Mark and David Cross (of the Award Wieners Movie Review Podcast) discuss the 2021 film Willy's Wonderland. Directed by Kevin Lewis, and staring Nicolas Cage, Willy's Wonderland focuses on what happens when evil animatronic puppets get beat up by a Janitor. In this episode, they discuss pinball, cleaning and headbutts. Enjoy!

Fast & Furious experts Mark and Adam discuss the Fast & Furious 9 Super Bowl trailer. In this episode, they discuss Skylines, parents, and the age of Dominic Toretto. Enjoy!