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Rotten Tomatoes Is Wrong (A Podcast from Rotten Tomatoes)

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Why do fans love some Rotten films and hate some Fresh ones? What did critics make of a cult classic before it earned its cult status? In this bi-weekly podcast, hosts Jacqueline Coley, Mark Ellis, and guests go deep and settle the score on some of the most beloved – and despised – movies and TV shows ever made, directly taking on the statement we hear from so many fans: “Rotten Tomatoes is wrong.”

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Why do fans love some Rotten films and hate some Fresh ones? What did critics make of a cult classic before it earned its cult status? In this bi-weekly podcast, hosts Jacqueline Coley, Mark Ellis, and guests go deep and settle the score on some of the most beloved – and despised – movies and TV shows ever made, directly taking on the statement we hear from so many fans: “Rotten Tomatoes is wrong.”

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English


Episodes

156: We're Wrong About... Son-in-Law (1993) with Justine Marino

11/22/2023
It's time to munch on some grindage, buddies, and celebrate this delicious turkey holiday by looking back at when Carla Gugino brought home Pauly Shore for Thanksgiving in the 1993 comedy classic 'Son-in-Law!' 'Son-in-Law' is Pauly Shore's highest rated movie on the Tomatometer at 32%, but our panel fervently disagrees with its abysmal rating as they can't get enough of Shore's 'Crawl.' Special guest and comedian Justine Marino joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong about the cultural phenomenon that was Pauly Shore in 'Son-in-Law.' What is your favorite Pauly Shore movie? Do you think 'Son-in-Law' deserves such a low rating? Or do you side more with the audience and its 59% rating? If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:49:35

155: We're Wrong About... Addams Family Values (1993) with Dorina Arellano

11/9/2023
Now that spooky season has come and gone, we are gearing up for that wonderful holiday where we get to visit family, watch some football, and enjoy some delicious turkey! What better way to celebrate than to revisit Christina Ricci's famous Thanksgiving speech in the comedy classic 'Addams Family Values.' The Barry Sonnenfeld-directed satire is currently Certified Fresh at 75% on the Tomatometer, but has a lower Audience Score rating at 63%. Special guest Dorina Arellano joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether this comedy sequel is as good as, if not better than its predecessor, or if the macabre Addams Family should be left alone entirely. Do you believe 'Addams Family Values' deserves a higher Tomatometer score than the critics gave it? Or do you side more with the audience on this one? Let us know in the comments below! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:49:16

154: We're Wrong About... Legend (1985) with CinemaJoe

10/26/2023
Master filmmaker Ridley Scott has had some huge hits with 'Alien' and 'Blade Runner,' but he's also had some misses... 'The Counselor' anyone? Today we are looking back at one of Scott's misses with the 1985 dark fantasy 'Legend' starring Tim Curry, Mia Sara, and a pre-'Top Gun' Tom Cruise. 'Legend' is currently Rotten at 42% on the Tomatometer but it has developed a cult following over the years and has a 73% Audience Score. TikToker and podcaster CinemaJoe joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether or not Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about 'Legend.' Do you believe 'Legend' deserves a rotten score? Or do you side more with the audience on this one? Let us know in the comments below! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:45:31

153: We're Wrong About... The Craft with Akilah Hughes

10/12/2023
Just in time for spooky season, we are looking back at the 1996 cult classic 'The Craft,' which is Rotten at 57% on the Tomatometer. For some, this witchy film defined their whole high-school personality in the '90s. For others, 'The Craft' may have been overshadowed by the mega-hit horror film 'Scream' that starred similar actors and came out just months later. Author and podcaster Akilah Hughes joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether or not Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about 'The Craft.' Do you believe in witchcraft and the power of Manon? Does 'The Craft' deserve its legacy cult status? Let us know in the comments below! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:48:12

152: We're Wrong About... Saw VI with Eric Striffler

9/28/2023
With ‘Saw X’ heading to theaters this weekend and looking to scare the legs off fans, we look back at the 6th entry in the ‘Saw’ series. Why ‘Saw VI’ specifically? The 6th entry is known for being a fan-favorite of the series and is ranked #2 just behind the original ‘Saw’ on the Tomatometer. ‘Saw’ superfan Eric Striffler from ‘Pretty Much It’ joins Mark and Jacqueline in discussing whether Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong about ‘Saw VI’s’ 39% Rotten rating. Do you think its rating should be higher? Do you have a favorite ‘Saw’ film? Let us know in the comments below! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:52:22

151: We're Wrong About... Rush Hour with Winston A. Marshall

9/14/2023
The 1998 comedy blockbuster 'Rush Hour' is more than just a hilarious buddy-cop movie. It also happens to be the reason Rotten Tomatoes exists. 'Rush Hour' was Jackie Chan's first big American movie and Senh Duong, founder of Rotten Tomatoes, decided to build a website that aggregated reviews of Chan's previous films for American audiences. Twenty-five years later and here we are, taking a look back at the film that started it all, the movie that helped build a website empire. Guest Winston A. Marshall joins Mark and Jacqueline in discussing why although 'Rush Hour' is technically a Fresh movie, with a 62% rating on the Tomatometer, Winston believes 'Rush Hour' to be a perfect film. Do you agree with 'Rush Hour's' Fresh rating? Let us know in the comments below. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:49:02

150: We're Wrong About... Masters of the Universe with Kristian Harloff

8/31/2023
By the power of Grayskull, it is finally time we take a look back at the 1987 classic film, 'Masters of the Universe,' starring Dolph Lundgren and Frank Langella as He-Man and Skeletor respectively. Does this 80's camptastic film deserve its 22% Rotten rating on our Tomatometer, or are there some redeeming qualities to it? Host of "The Big Thing" podcast Kristian Harloff joins Mark and Jacqueline in discussing all of this and more all on today's show! For more information on the American Cinematheque and upcoming screenings, visit their site at https://www.americancinematheque.com/. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:52:27

149: We're Wrong About... Green Lantern with Coy Jandreau

8/17/2023
Back before Ryan Reynolds graced the world with his fast-talking hilarious character Deadpool, he saved the galaxy against the evil Parallax in the very Rotten film, 'Green Lantern.' 'Green Lantern' has a 26% Rotten Tomatometer score, with the Audience Score not being much higher at 45%. Podcaster and host Coy Jandreau joins Mark and Jacqueline today in discussing whether or not 'Green Lantern' is as bad as many critics and audiences believe it to be. Does our panel think this superhero movie is a disaster, or do they find some redeeming qualities in the film? Find out on today's show! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:50:58

148: We're Wrong About... Resident Evil (2002) with Lisa Wallen

8/10/2023
With a cinematic franchise spanning 7 movies and a television show, it's hard to believe the movie that started it all off in 2002 is Rotten at 35% on the Tomatometer. The Paul W.S. Anderson-written and directed action-horror flick may have not scored well with the critics, but audiences all over the world seemed to love this big-screen adaptation of the beloved Sony Playstation video game. Comedian and writer Lisa Wallen joins Mark and Jacqueline in discussing whether or not 'Resident Evil' deserves its low rating all on today's show! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:49:47

147: We're Wrong About... Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) with Erik Griffin

7/27/2023
Cowabunga, dudes! It's time to take a look back at the original live-action 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' from 1990. While it has a 41% Rotten Tomatometer score, it has an 81% fresh Audience rating. Is the audience right and did the critics miss the mark? Comedian and actor Erik Griffin joins hosts Mark and Jacqueline to discuss this classic turtle flick, and later gives his idea of the perfect 'turtle' movie. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:49:24

146: We're Wrong About... Mission: Impossible II with Krit Schmidt

7/13/2023
With 'Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One' out in theaters, our panel decided to take a look back on the only Rotten movie in the 'Mission: Impossible' franchise. Does 'Mission: Impossible II' deserve its 56% Rotten score on the Tomatometer? Is this John Woo-directed action blockbuster the worst installment in the series? Our guest today, writer/host Krit, joins Mark and Jacqueline in discussing all of this and more! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:44:24

145: We're Wrong About... Insidious: Chapter 2 with CinemaJoe

6/29/2023
With the next installment of the 'Insidious' franchise heading to theaters soon, we decided to take a look back at the second chapter in this horrifying series. Guest CinemaJoe joins Mark and Jacqueline in discussing whether or not 'Insidious: Chapter 2' was a setback for the franchise or if it delivered on the scares. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:47:02

144: We're Wrong About... Zack Snyder's Justice League with Winston A. Marshall and Coy Jandreau

6/15/2023
We're gearing up for 'The Flash' coming out by celebrating the Snyder Cut in all its glory! Comic books nerds Winston A. Marshall and Coy Jandreau join Mark Ellis in discussing whether or not we needed the full uncut version of the original 'Justice League' movie. Is Rotten Tomatoes Wrong about the Snyder Cut with its 71% Fresh rating? Should it be higher? The panel discusses all this and more! If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:01:01:07

143: After Dark #8: Summer Movie Preview & Horror Film Favorites

6/8/2023
Guests Marc Bernardin and Dani Fernandez return and join Mark Ellis in discussing which Summer movie blockbusters they're excited to see. Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part 1, anyone?? Also, since Producer Brian is getting married, the panel talks about their favorite movies that involve a wedding. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this episode or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:29:23

142: We're Wrong About... Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen with Marc Bernardin & Dani Fernandez

6/1/2023
With 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,' heading to theaters and looking to smash up the box office, the panel takes a look back at the second movie of the franchise, 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.' Was this movie negatively affected by the 2007 writer's strike? Is it as bad as its 20% Rotten Tomatometer score says it is? Prolific writer and podcaster, Marc Bernardin, and actress Dani Fernandez join Mark as they break down this very loud and chaotic sequel to the 'Transformers' movie. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:53:23

141: We're Wrong About... The Fast and the Furious with John Rocha

5/18/2023
With 'Fast X' releasing into theaters, Mark and Jacqueline take a look back at the movie that started it all, 'The Fast and the Furious.' Is the original the best one in the franchise? Guest John Rocha joins to give his take. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:53:00

140: After Dark #7: Celebrating AAPI Entertainment & Having Fun at Weddings

5/11/2023
On this fun episode of our After Dark series, guests Dorina Arellano and Steph Sabraw join Mark Ellis in discussing all their current favorite AAPI shows. And later on Dorina and Mark talk about the wedding they recently attended and advise what not to do at them! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:38:42

139: We're Wrong About... Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 with Dorina Arellano and Steph Sabraw

5/4/2023
With the new (and final?) installment of the Guardians franchise coming out Friday, we decided to revisit Vol. 2 to see if it is a character-driven masterpiece or an overly stuffed mess. Guests Dorina Arellano and Steph Sabraw join Mark in delivering their hot takes on the James Gunn-directed sequel. If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:48:55

138: After Dark #6: Favorite Movie Theater Candy & Should 'Air' Win Best Picture?

4/27/2023
Guests Roxy Striar and Scott Mantz stay after dark to chat about the current movies out right now and what is their favorite snack to eat at the theaters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:26:14

137: We're Wrong About... the 25 Most Memorable Movie Lines of the Last 25 Years with Roxy Striar and Scott Mantz

4/20/2023
What makes a movie line great? Is it the way it's said? Is it the emotion behind the line? Or is it where that line falls in the context of the movie? To continue our celebration of Rotten Tomatoes turning 25 this year, we look back at what we think are the 25 Most Memorable Movie Lines of the Last 25 Years. Guests Roxy Striar and Scott Mantz join Mark in discussing the most iconic lines from movies starting with the year 1998. Do you agree with this list? Email us at RTisWrong@RottenTomatoes.com to let us know what important quotes we may have missed. Full List Here: 25 Memorable Movie Lines of the Last 25 Years See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:52:10