Cinemantics: A Podcast about Film, TV and Beer.

In episode 189, Tony & Eddie check out another Korean Zombie film. That's right, folks - we're still making zombie movies in 2020. In order to stand out in one of the most saturated genres ever a filmmaker has to take risks, be bold, try new story angles and premises - does #Alive do all that? Find out in this week's episode.

The boys also had two new beers this week. One Blackwater Series brew from Southern Tier Brewing Company and one Rye ale from Madison River Brewing Company. There's interests and bold flavor claims in these two brews. One, an Imperial White Stout and the other infused with honey. If that sounds good to you, stick around for the beer reviews at the end of the episode.

In episode 188, another Patreon Picks episode, Tony & Eddie review Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989). With the new film (Bill and Ted Face the Music)out in theaters now, the boys thought they should see what all the fuss was about way back in the 80s. That's right, neither Tony or Eddie had ever seen this cult classic until last week. So what did they think? Does the film stand the test of ... time? Especially for two non-fanboys? Check it out and you shall see!

Of course there was two beer reviews too. And Patreon supporters picked some great ones. Two very solid brews this week. One orange creamsicle inspired milkshake IPA and one flavor (and smell) packed golden ale with coffee, chocolate and milk sugar. Stick around until the end of the episode for their full reviews.

In episode 187, "I'm Thinking of Overthinking Things", Tony & Eddie gather around a heavy, existential wallop of a film - I'm Thinking of Ending Things (2020). Director Charlie Kaufman might not be on everyone's radar. He might not be everyone's cup of tea - but he's certainly a pro at making his visions visceral, poignant and powerful. This movie takes viewers on a ride through a single long night in the narrator's twisted world. There's animated pigs, movies within movies, dance numbers and lots and lots of silence. Driven mostly by weighty dialogue, the sense of dread and tension and finality delivered here are something like you've probably never experienced - but is it something you'd enjoy? Tune in this week as the boys try to figure out just that.

Also on the episode, were two new beers of course. One delightfully fruity milkshake IPA from Southern Tier Brewing Company and one powerful rum barrel-aged pumpkin ale from Erie Brewing Company. Listen for the detailed reviews and Untappd ratings of these brews at the end of the show.

In mini episode 186, Tony & Eddie skip the film review again and focus on the main event. Two new beers! We don't typically reveal these things in the episode description, but this is kind of an unprecedented event. This week on the show we feature to 5 score brews!

This week we've got a new Oktoberfest and an IPA that was inspired by sangria. Yeah - you read that correctly. If you're a beer lover, you do not want to miss this episode.

In episode 185, "A Real Slupsk of a Pickle", Tony & Eddie review Seth Rogen's new HBO MAX exclusive, An American Pickle (2020). Although it's an interesting take on the accidental time travel troupe (albeit a bit outlandish in deployment), the boys questioned the purpose of the film often. Although there's comedy notes here - nothing seems to land. Although there's heart in the film - nothing seems to permeate. Although there's social commentary on our current struggles with social media - there's no weight. The overwhelming feeling that Tony & Eddie had was that this movie wasn't bad, but they struggled like hell to find reasons why it was good.

Of course there were two new beers on deck. Tony had a new brew from a new brewery yet to be featured on the show. His Heavy Seas Golden Ale choice might be great for light beer lovers or those just getting into the craft beer world. Eddie brought a homebrew to the show to sample. A Northern Brewer homebrew kit - Zombie DIRT Citra IPA. If you've ever thought about trying to brew beer at home - listen in to gets some preliminary tips.

In mini episode 184, Tony and Eddie skip out on the film review and instead just focus on the brews. This week we've got two heavy beers. Heavy on flavor? Heavy on ABV? Heavy on off-flavors? You'll have to tune in to find out. Stick around for the full beer ratings and reviews via the Untappd App at the end of the episode.

In episode 183, Tony & Eddie finally check out the longed for The Shining sequel, Doctor Sleep (2019). The Shining is one of the best thrillers of all time. It's loved by many, known by almost all. It's infinitely quotable and there's scenes from that original piece of work echoed, parodied and replicated all throughout the pop culture bubble. So, how could a sequel fill such big shoes? Does it do so successfully or does it squander the hype of its predecessor? All the answers are here, folks.

The boys also tried two new beers of course. Tony sampled a new brew from a brewery never before featured on the show called Zipline Brewing Company. Eddie had a new beer from Dechutes Brewing. It was a mix this week - one dark beer and one hazy IPA, so no matter what your tastes - perhaps you should stick around until the end of the episode for these brew reviews.

In episode 182, Tony & Eddie sit down (finally) to talk about one of the greatest stage productions of all time - now turned film for the Disney+ platform - Hamilton (2020). It was tough for the boys to talk for an hour about something that is just so profoundly good. What else is there to say about this about this play/film that hasn't already been said? Check out this week's episode to find out.

Of course there were also two beer reviews this week. Tony sampled a new shake sour from Shy Bear Brewing (is Tony beginning to like sours?!) Eddie sampled a sweet milk stout from Lancaster. Both brews are absolutely worth sticking around for.

In mini episode 181, Tony & Eddie skip the film and sit down to talk video games, life and of course two new beers. Tony samples a new one from Cigar City and Eddie has one from Hitchhiker Brewing Company.

In episode 180, Tony & Eddie reviewed another movie from the past - Heat (1995). When this movie released, it was on the cutting edge. A heist movie, but with deep character development? Flawed protagonists. Dynamic antagonists. Gray area all around. But how does it hold up in a world where this is now the norm? Does it still pack a punch? How's the dialogue aged? How about the action? Find out in this week's episode.

The boys also sampled beers from 3 Sheeps Brewing and Voodoo. Both were IPAs this week so if you're in the full swing of summer like they are on Cinemantics - there may be some new brews for you to seek out.