Cinemantics: A Podcast about Film, TV and Beer.

In episode 169. Tony & Eddie sit down to talk through what could be a watershed moment for the show. Although they've dabbled in some campy films in the past - nothing before this holds a candle to this week's film, VelociPastor. This film is terrible, the budget was 35K, it will be tough for some to get through it - but it's also brilliant, hilarious and some of the actors and actresses here are beyond dedicated to this world. It's a marvel and a mess. If you like campy films, this will likely already be on your radar. If you like campy films and you haven't seen this - the boys would be willing to bet that it'll climb to the top of your chart of favorites.

This week the boys also sampled two new beers of course. One from Lavery Brewing Company - a hazy, fruity mango IPA. And one from Railroad City Brewing Company - a grapefruit IPA. Stick around until the end of the show for detailed beer reviews and for their scores on the Untappd mobile app.

In mini episode 168, Tony & Eddie sit down to talk about two new beers, coffee preferences, a little bit of video games - and in recent tradition, Long John Silvers.

In episode 167, Tony and Eddie sit down to talk through the Amazon Original, Blow the Man Down. In this ... thriller

In episode 166, Tony and Eddie talk about the saga-ending epic, Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker. With such a divisive audience, this one is sure to stir some emotions. The boys talk nostalgia, nerd rage, cancel culture, and the fact that the world just needs to calm down a bit. Listen for more details and to ultimately find out if the boys thought the film served as a proper send off to one of the most popular franchises in the world.

The boys also sample two new beers of course. This week there's a triple IPA from Sixpoint Brewing and a revisit (but from Tony's side of the house) to a New Belgium Cold Brew Nitro coffee cream ale.

Stick around until the end of the episode for full reviews of the beers.

In episode 165, Tony & Eddie sit down to talk about this ongoing quarantine, social distancing, video games and of course - two new beers. No film review this week, however.

If you're an Untappd app user, stick around for the end of the episode when the boys will rate these brews from Erie Ale Works, The BrewErie, Arundel and one from Oscar Blues.

In episode 164, Tony & Eddie gather around to speak about X-men: Dark Phoenix. At this point in the Fox/Marvel franchise there's some very entrenched opinions. Both good and bad. There's some huge fans and some folks who really can't stand these depictions of some of the world's favorite mutant characters. Listen to this week's episode to figure out where Tony & Eddie land in this discussion.

The boys also talk about new beers this week. Two dark and heavy brews this time. One from Wyndrige Farms and one from Founders Brewing. If you like a deep dark stout - this is the episode for you.

In episode 163, Tony & Eddie review the critically acclaimed mystery, or should we say 'twistery' film Knives Out (2019). This movie is brimming with beautiful things to look, from it's mega-cast members to the ridiculously attractive old home that is it's setting, you won't find a single shot that isn't alluring. This film let's you see into the lives of some very crooked very rich Americans as a death in the family causes much drama to ensue. The whodunit genre is turned on it's head in some new ways here too - adding a lot of fun to the flick. This very highly rated film lives up to the hype that surrounded it. That's for sure.

Along with the film, the boys tried two news beers of course. Both from breweries never before featured on the show. Tony had a Grey Sail Brewing IPA. Eddie had a sponge candy stout from Resurgence Brewing. Stick around for the end of the episode to hear their beer ratings and scores via the Untappd mobile app.

In episode 162, Tony & Eddie sit down (virtually speaking) to discuss the last of the Matrix films, Matrix Revolutions. This revisit to the classic and record-breaking sci-fi classic has been bittersweet on some levels. There's a lot here. Some good. Some bad. Some great and some awful. As in the previous two films the boys are wondering if this flick stands the test of time. They'll let you know in full details of course!

The boys also sampled two new beers this week. One barrel aged Porter from Boulevard / Modern Times and an imperial brown ale from Voodoo Brewing.

In episode 161, Tony & Eddie skip the flick and sit down to talk about all that matters right now - the coronavirus and beer.

In Episode 160, Tony & Eddie continue their throwback into the high-action, slow-motion world of The Matrix with The Matrix Reloaded. The second installment in the iconic serious brings more leather, more elaborate action sequences and a guy who makes keys. The boys are trying to get excited for the eventual release of The Matrix 4, but just like last week, there's an open question - how are these movies aging?

The boys also sampled two new brews this week. Eddie brought a low ABV Irish Red Ale from Great Lakes Brewing and Tony kept it weird with a Lemon Mead from Colony Meadery. Full reviews of the brews and scores in the Untappd mobile app at the end of the episode of course.