Movies, Films and Flix

Mark and John (@MFFHorrorCorner on X) discuss the 2001 cult classic Frailty. Directed by Bill Paxton, and starring Matthew McConaughey, Powers Boothe, and an axe named Otis, the movie is a beautiful thriller that is perfectly directed by Bill Paxton. In this episode, they also talk about Lawman McConaughey, earnest angels, and the excellence of Bill Paxton. Enjoy!

To celebrate May the 4th, Mark and John talk about their favorite minor characters in the Star Wars universe. The Star Wars franchise is loaded with memorable supporting characters and they had a great time talking about rancors, wampas and sassy droids. They also answer listener questions and ponder the logistics of a pit left by a sarlacc. Enjoy!

Mark and Jonny Numb discuss the 1997 independent film A Better Place. Produced by Kevin Smith and Scott Mosier, and directed by Vincent Pereira, the movie focuses on the ill-fated friendship between two high school outcasts. In this episode they also talk about 1990’s independent cinema, View Askew productions, and literate maniacs. Enjoy!

Mark and Nick Rehak talk about the action movie characters with the best names and share what their action movie names would be. In this episode, they also talk about Dwayne Johnson movies, people named Scud, and Chance Boudreaux.

Mark and Zanandi (@ZaNandi on X) discuss the trailers for "Under Paris'' and "Trap." Both films look amazing and they had to be talked about because they feature sharks, traps, and Josh Hartnett. Enjoy!

Mark and Erik discuss the 2009 romantic comedy The Proposal. Directed by Anne Fletcher and starring Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Betty White, and some unsweetened cinnamon light soy lattes, the blockbuster movie proves that Bullock is an all-timer romantic comedy star. In this episode, they also talk about rom-com tropes, movie posters, and coffee orders. Enjoy!

Mark and Nathan pit Legion (2010) and Priest (2011) against each other to see which Paul Bettany film reigns supreme. It’s an incredibly close matchup that will be decided by 10 categories that cover topics like rock throwing, monotone monologues, and final fights. Enjoy!

Mark and Niall discuss the 2023 comedy blockbuster Barbie. Directed by Greta Gerwig, and starring Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera and a lot of pink, the movie focuses on what happens when Barbie and Ken travel to the real world and learn about horses (there’s a lot more to it…). In this episode, they also talk about bespoke songs, beach fights, and the excellence of Greta Gerwig. Enjoy!

Mark and Erik discuss the 1988 bartending drama Cocktail. Directed by Roger Donaldson, and starring Tom Cruise, Elisabeth Shue, Bryan Brown and lots of flair bartending, the movie focuses on a guy named Brian who makes cocktails and has big dreams. In this episode, they also talk about flipping bottles, sad endings, and Tom Cruise’s filmography. Enjoy!

Mark and John discuss 1988 action film Red Scorpion. Directed by Joseph Zito, and starring Dolph Lundgren, Al White, M. Emmet Walsh, and some short shorts, the movie focuses on what happens when a disgraced Russian soldier starts blowing up everything in sight. In this episode, they also talk about grenade logistics, bar fights, and terrible productions. Enjoy!

Mark and John Leavengood (@MFFhorrorcorner on X) discuss the 1991 action drama Backdraft. Directed by Ron Howard, and starring Kurt Russell, Robert De Niro, William Baldwin and some angry fire, the movie jams about eight plotlines into a single movie and still works really well. In this episode, they also talk about Kurt Russell’s hair, Ron Howard’s filmography, and rewatchable movies. Enjoy!

Mark and Aaron Neuwirth (@AaronsPS4 on X) talk about Godzilla (2014), Kong: Skull Island (2017), Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019), Godzilla vs. Kong (2021), and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (2023). In this episode, they also discuss the difficulties of moving, monster fights, and Godzilla's top four films. Enjoy!

Mark and Norbert discuss the 2000 sports comedy The Replacements. Directed by Howard Deutch, and starring Keanu Reeves, Gene Hackman, Brooke Langton, and some wild yam, the movie focuses on what happens when a rag-tag group of replacement players get recruited to play in the NFL. In this episode, they also talk about football movies, platitudes, and kicking a football while smoking a cigarette. Enjoy!

This episode was originally released in 2021. Mark and Nick Rehak (@TheRehak) draft their favorite movies that feature bathroom fights. In this episode, they discuss Mission: Impossible - Fallout, The Warriors, Jack Reacher, Non-Stop, and Resident Evil: Afterlife. If you enjoy this episode, make sure to listen to our Jet Ski Action Scene Draft episode (Episode 323) as well. Enjoy!

Mark and Phil discuss the 2017 action film Baby Driver. Directed by Edgar Wright and starring Ansel Elgort, Lily James, Eiza Gonzalez, Jamie Foxx, and Jon Hamm, the movie focuses on a getaway driver who listens to some very cool music. In this episode, they also talk about primary colors, car chases, and movie soundtracks. Enjoy!

Mark and Zanandi (@ZaNandi on X) discuss the 2022 science fiction film Something in the Dirt. Directed by and starring Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead (Resolution, Spring, The Endless, Synchronic), the movie focuses on what happens when two polar opposites investigate some supernatural shenanigans happening in their apartment complex. In this episode, they also talk about floating quartz, sleeveless t-shirts and the filmographies of Benson and Moorhead.

Mark and David Cross (@ItsMeDavidCross on X) talk about Maestro, Killers of the Flower Moon, Poor Things, Past Lives, Oppenheimer, Anatomy of a Fall, The Zone of Interest, The Holdovers, American Fiction and Barbie. In this episode, they also rank the 10 nominees and talk about which film will win Best Picture.

Mark and Nathan Lahay discuss the 2021 supernatural thriller Last Night in Soho. Directed by Edgar Wright, and starring Thomasin McKenzie, Anya Taylor-Joy, Matt Smith, Diana Rigg and lots of pop songs, the movie focuses on the exploits of a fashion student named Eloiuse who over-idolizes the 1960s. In this episode, they also talk about nostalgia, dream sequences and Edgar Wright's filmography. Enjoy!

Mark and Tom discuss the 2003 science fiction action film Terminator 3: The Rise of the Machines. Directed by Jonathan Mostow, and starring Claire Danes, Nick Stahl, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kristanna Loken and a Toyota Tundra, the movie focuses on what happens when more robots are sent back in time to kill John Connor. In this episode, they also talk about successful sequels, robot mayhem, and Nick Stahl’s filmography. Enjoy!

Mark and Joey (@soulpopped on X) discuss the 2017 drama Columbus. Directed by Kogonada, and starring John Cho, Haley Lu Richardson, Parker Posey, and several beautiful structures located in Columbus, Indiana, the movie is the result of what happens when a film scholar decides to direct a film (and wildly succeeds!). In this episode, they also talk about production design, big swings, and their favorite films released since 2017. Enjoy!