Cracker Classics

Joshua and Ian watch this depressing classic and ponder the meaning of work and government safety nets. They also hope for more grapes than wrath and a glimmer of better times on the horizon.

The movie: Brewster's Millions (1985)

There's only about a million versions of this story and we've seen one so far. Now it's time to watch Joshua's favorite and get in some more John Candy.

War and violence have been on the mind lately, so we watch this classic WWII film to see the glory of it all. Or is it the ego of it all?

The movie: Blue Hawaii (1961)

We've somehow gone this long without watching an Elvis movie, so we're solving that by watching this cringefest filled with pineapples, tight shorts, and a side of lust and honor. Is it worth the time?

The movie: Circle of Iron (1978)

We revisit the world of kung fu and hope for some enlightenment. Does Joshua wind up hearing the flute? Can Ian settle his monkey mind? Or is Bruce Lee just rolling in his grave?

The movie: The Godfather (1972)

It's our 100th episode! We had to do a hyped epic, so we decided to watch a family struggle to keep their business and personal lives separate. Plus there's dessert.

Ian rewatches one of his favorite movies while exposing Joshua to it. Deception and ruthlessness are discussed, as is the enduring allure of Marilyn Monroe.

The movie: A Christmas Story (1983)

We examine this holiday classic and its appeal, if any. Also its positive impact to our cultural heritage, if any. But mainly, Joshua just wants to get it over with.

We watch this Brando classic and ponder how far the labor movement has come. Or do we just wind up getting distracted?

In memory of Ivan Reitman, we watch this frat classic and feel bad. But also have fun? There some squickiness and lots of privilege to unpack.