This week on Crouch Cinema Corner, things get a little chaotic—in the best way possible. We’re flipping the format because one of us didn't do their homework... and that's totally on purpose. Instead of a traditional review, this episode becomes a deep-dive conversation between one confused elder millennial (who opted for tea and fire-gazing over a cinema visit) and one brave soul who actually ventured into the pixelated madness that is A Minecraft Movie.

We break down the film’s wild box office success (it dethroned Mario), and unpack the movie's chaotic charm, Jack Black’s full-throttle Jack Black-ness, and Jason Momoa’s slapstick, washed-up '80s gaming legend performance. We try (and fail) to explain Minecraft’s game mechanics, marvel at Jennifer Coolidge dating a villager, and reflect on how this movie has turned into a Gen Alpha cult event—chicken jockeys, theatre riots, and all.

If you’re wondering whether you need to understand Minecraft to enjoy the movie… or whether Jason Momoa vanishing for 20 minutes should be considered a cinematic crime… this episode is for you.

Come for the confusion, stay for the chaos. 🎧 Press play and join us in the pixelated pandemonium.

Moana returns — and so does Crouch Cinema Corner! This week, we dive into Moana 2 (2024), the surprise sequel that almost sailed straight to Disney+. We break down the film’s stunning visuals, shifting tone, and how it measures up to the original’s charm. Is the magic still there without Lin-Manuel Miranda? How does Disney handle sequels to beloved modern classics? And what’s with that Marvel-style mid-credit tease? We unpack all that and more — from its behind-the-scenes streaming drama to whether it charts a bold new course or just circles the same waters. Hop in the boat — it's time for another cinematic voyage!

This week on Crouch Cinema Corner, we dive into the quirky, chaotic, and curiously charming world of Mickey-17, Bong Joon Ho’s long-awaited return to the big screen!

Based on the novel Mickey7, this nearly-original sci-fi flick stars Robert Pattinson—and, uh, also Robert Pattinson—as an “expendable” clone sent on a dangerous planetary colonization mission… again and again and again. Is it action? Is it comedy? Is it existential crisis in space? Yup!

We chat about the movie's bumpy release history, its wacky tone, and why Mickey Barnes (a.k.a. Mickey 17) might be the galaxy’s most lovable Muppet-voiced misfit. We also get into some juicy behind-the-scenes drama, give our honest star ratings (spoiler: we had fun), and ask the big questions—like what if the Expendables showed up in the third act?

From laugh-out-loud absurdity to narrative whiplash, we cover it all—including our takes on Mark Ruffalo, Toni Collette, and how many unfinished story threads are too many.

If you like original sci-fi with heart, humour, and a hint of chaos, give this one a go—and join us for the ride!

🎧 Tune in, bring your clone, and hit that red button (spoiler - it does nothing).

This week on Crouch Cinema Corner, we're dusting off our felt and sequins for a heartfelt (and slightly snarky) revisit of The Muppets (2011) — Disney’s big-screen revival of everyone’s favourite chaotic crew of puppets, penned and powered by none other than Jason Segel. Is it a love letter to the Muppets? A corporate content play? A little bit of both?

We dive into the film’s legacy sequel status, the earnestness-vs-sarcasm tug-of-war, and how Brett McKenzie’s banger musical numbers nearly steal the show. There’s praise for the chickens, the security bear, and Gonzo’s bizarre brilliance — and some real talk about whether the comedy still hits or kind of flops like Fozzie’s whoopee cushion.

Peter gets unexpectedly emotional, Tim gets existential about modern Muppet-dom, and both hosts grapple with what it means to love the idea of the Muppets in a post-Henson world. We also pour one out for the now-closed MuppetVision 3D — maybe the greatest Muppet movie of all time?

Whether you’re revisiting this one or watching for the first time, grab your Blu-ray, and join us for a Muppetational trip down memory lane.

🧸🎶💥 “Man or Muppet?” Let’s find out.

Hold onto your high heels and saxophones, folks—we’re diving into the fast-talking, jazz-blasting, gender-bending comedy classic Some Like It Hot! This week, Peter introduces Tim to the 1959 Billy Wilder masterpiece for the very first time. Car chases! Gangsters! Hot jazz and colder disguises!

We break down the plot (two musicians on the run from the mob find themselves in a very unconventional witness protection plan), gush about the whip-smart writing and rapid-fire pacing, and marvel at how a movie that opens with the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre can be one of the most joyful comedies of the 20th century.

We also dig into Billy Wilder’s genius, Jack Lemmon’s scene-stealing brilliance, Tony Curtis’s layered performance(s), and the undeniable star power of Marilyn Monroe—whose glow practically melts the screen. Plus, we geek out over Hollywood history, and the surprising modernity of a movie that’s over 60 years old.

Will we guess each other’s star ratings correctly? Will we make it through an episode without a Simpsons reference?

You know what they say—nobody’s perfect—but this episode comes pretty close. 🎷💋👠

Watch the film on Hoopla or your fave rental service, and join us as we chase trains, dodge bullets, and shimmy into the sweet chaos that is Some Like It Hot.

Let us know what you thought—and who your favourite performance was—on Instagram @crouchcinemacorner.

Welcome back to Crouch Cinema Corner, where brothers Peter and Tim Crouch take their semi-regular plunge into the world of film — with no better outlet than this podcast to hash it all out.

In this episode, we dive into DreamWorks’ 2024 hit The Wild Robot, directed by Chris Sanders (How to Train Your Dragon, Lilo & Stitch). What starts as a simple story about a robot named Roz crash-landing on a remote island turns into a surprisingly moving tale of parenting, community, and wild geese — with some serious WALL-E vibes thrown in for good measure.

Peter and Tim talk animation trends (we’re loving the watercolour/sketchbook aesthetic), debate the DreamWorks logo snub of Kung Fu Panda (cowards), and explore the film’s unique point of view — that of a robot-mom figuring out how to care, protect, and love in a brutal yet beautiful natural world.

We discuss dead birds, surprise beavers, and why Matt Berry should voice more forest animals. Plus, is this secretly a movie about middle-aged parenting? How many movies are hidden inside this one? Did we cry? (Yes. Multiple times.)

Tune in for laughs, insight, brotherly banter, and a whole lot of warm, slightly malfunctioning robot feelings.

Welcome back to Crouch Cinema Corner, where the Crouch Brothers—Peter and Tim—dive headfirst into films.

This episode, we’re cracking open 2024’s The Order, a bleak and brooding procedural from Aussie director Justin Kurzel (Macbeth, Nitram, Assassin’s Creed—yes, that Assassin’s Creed). Set in the Pacific Northwest and based on chilling true events, the film follows Jude Law as a worn-down ex-CIA agent and Ty Sheridan as his local rookie sidekick, hunting down a charismatic white supremacist played with unnerving charm by Nicholas Hoult.

We dig into everything—from the washed-out cinematography and stellar performances to the film’s meditative pacing, thematic weight, and that unsettling church rally scene. Is this movie saying something meaningful about America’s past and present, or just pointing at the darkness without a flashlight?

Plus: deer metaphors, Enzo Ferrari comparisons, and why Nicholas Hoult might be too compelling for comfort. It’s a serious one—but we’re still having fun. Mostly. Probably.

Here we go! The Crouch Cinema Corner is here.

In this episode, we dive into Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning and break down its unique approach to filmmaking—improvisation on set rather than a fully scripted story. We discuss how this aligns with the franchise’s high-stakes, ever-changing narratives but also where it may have fallen short. Was this latest installment thrilling or just exhausting? We debate whether the "Part One" structure helped or hindered the film, compare it to past franchise entries, and, of course, lock in our star ratings—before revealing our actual scores. Tune in for a mix of deep analysis, friendly banter, and our signature sibling mind-reading challenge!