This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes sit down at the table with "Rounders", the cult favorite poker drama starring Matt Damon and Edward Norton.

Despite its reputation, both Mike Butler and Mike Field come away less than impressed. The biggest issue lies with Damon’s character, Mike, who spends the entire film acting like a degenerate gambler fueled by bluster and misplaced bravado. Time and again he makes terrible decisions, particularly when it comes to helping his unreliable friend Worm, played effectively by Edward Norton. Their relationship never quite makes sense, and the film asks the audience to invest in choices that feel increasingly frustrating.

The movie also leans heavily on poker terminology and insider lingo, often assuming the audience understands the details of the game. Instead of pulling viewers deeper into the world of high-stakes poker, it creates distance from the central premise.

By the time the story wraps up, Mike’s journey feels hollow. His reckless behavior ultimately leads to a lucky break rather than meaningful growth, leaving the Mikes with little to latch onto emotionally or thematically.

While "Rounders" has its fans, this rewatch leaves Butler and Field wondering if the film’s cult status has more to do with the poker boom that followed than the strength of the movie itself.

What are some of your favorite card game based films? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:43 - Film Facts

8:43 - Film Discussion

35:13 - Reviews

38:10 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

39:33 - Why Is This Forgotten?

41:26 - Plugs

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This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes wrap up their Scream Lead Up series with "Scream VI", the final stop before diving into "Scream 7".

Both Mike Butler and Mike Field still like this entry, but it stands as the weakest of the franchise so far in their rankings. A big part of that comes from the absence of Sidney Prescott and the somewhat awkward shoehorning of Gale into the story. The film also lacks the sharp meta commentary that defines the series, and the villain reveal and finale lean heavily into goofiness rather than tension.

That said, "Scream VI" is still a good time. The kills are strong, the set pieces are memorable, and several sequences stand out, including the Gale versus Ghostface showdown and the tense Halloween subway ride. Melissa Barrera continues to grow into the role of Sam, delivering one of the stronger performances of the new era.

With the Lead Up complete, the Mikes also rank the franchise so far and reflect on where the series stands heading into its next chapter. Even if "Scream VI" doesn't reach the heights of its predecessors, it proves the franchise still knows how to entertain.

So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".

What are Scream rankings? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:21 - Film Facts

9:11 - Film Discussion

35:20 - Reviews

39:42 - Scream Film Rankings

46:32 - Plugs

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Welcome to the very first episode of Last Four! Field's new solo series where he breaks down the last four movies he watched: what worked, what didn’t, and who each film is really for. No rankings. No hot takes for the sake of hot takes. Just honest reactions.

This week’s lineup is… all over the place in the best way:

🎬 Movies Covered in This Episode:

1. Anaconda (2025)
2. The Lost Bus
3. The Housemaid
4. The Wrecking Crew

In this episode, we discuss:

Why the Anaconda reboot unexpectedly hit me in the feels How The Lost Bus turns real-world disaster into gripping procedural storytelling A domestic thriller (The Housemaid) I fully expected to dislike And an action film (The Wrecking Crew) that reminds me I’ve maybe seen too many action films

00:00 Cold Open

00:20 Intro

00:49 Anaconda (2025)

06:32 The Lost Bus

12:01 The Housemaid

17:02 The Wrecking Crew

21:39 Final Thoughts

💬 What were the last four movies YOU watched? Drop them in the comments. Your picks might end up in a future episode.

📺 About the Show

Last Four is a weekly (or close enough!) series here on the Forgotten Cinema channel where Mike Field walks through the four most recent movies he's seen — new releases, classics, rewatches, hidden gems, and everything in between — with a bit of insight, a bit of humor, and zero rankings.

🎙 More from Forgotten Cinema Check out the main podcast, episodic deep dives, and our other shows right here on the channel.

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "The Way of the Gun", Christopher McQuarrie’s sharp, character-driven crime thriller and directorial debut.

Both Mike Butler and Mike Field really enjoy this one. The performances are firing on all cylinders, with the legendary James Caan bringing gravitas and menace to every scene he’s in. Benicio Del Toro and Ryan Phillippe anchor the film as two genuinely bad men, not misunderstood antiheroes, but criminals who are unapologetically who they are. That commitment to morally compromised characters gives the film a harder edge than most crime thrillers of its era.

McQuarrie’s first outing behind the camera shows remarkable confidence, with tight dialogue, grounded action, and characters who always feel true to themselves. Butler suspects younger him would have absolutely loved this film, while Field appreciates it even more now, finding its maturity and restraint more compelling with age.

Dark, deliberate, and unapologetically adult, "The Way of the Gun" stands as one of the stronger crime films of the early 2000s and a reminder of how effective simple, character-focused storytelling can be.

What's your favorite film about a bad guy(s) where they are the lead and actually ARE the bad guy? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

3:21 - Film Facts

9:26 - Film Discussion

29:58 - Reviews

37:25 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

42:59 - Why Is This Forgotten?

44:22 - Plugs

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This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes tackle "Scream" (2022), or as it should be called, "Scream 5".

As the first entry in the franchise not directed by Wes Craven, this chapter is in the hands of Radio Silence, and both Mike Butler and Mike Field think they do a strong job carrying the torch. The film delivers solid kills, balances legacy characters with a new generation effectively, and even manages to handle the death of a major returning character with respect and emotional weight.

The connection to the original film is well woven into the story, grounding the new cast in the mythology without feeling entirely forced. That said, the Mikes do have a few issues; the Billy Loomis twist is a bit hard to swallow, and some of the logic behind Ghostface’s kills does not quite hold up under scrutiny.

Even with those criticisms, "Scream 5" stands as a confident and entertaining revival of the franchise, proving that the series can survive beyond its original creator. As the penultimate episode in the Scream Lead Up series, it sets the stage nicely for one final stop before "Scream 7".

So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".

What are your thoughts on these Radio Silence Screams? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

3:26 - Film Facts

9:57 - Film Discussion

51:10 - Plugs

#ForgottenCinema #Scream #Scream5 #RadioSilence #NeveCampbell #CourtneyCox #JennaOrtega #Ghostface #Horror #HorrorFilms #Scream7 #FilmDiscussion #Slasher

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "Yesterday", the musical romantic fantasy built around one impossible question: what if The Beatles never existed?

Mike Butler absolutely loves this film. Growing up a Beatles fan, he not only enjoys hearing the music reintroduced in a new context, but also seeing the impact those songs would have even if the world had somehow forgotten the band. Himesh Patel delivers a strong lead performance, bringing both sincerity and vocal talent to the role, while Lily James shines as his longtime friend and love interest. Their chemistry carries the emotional heart of the film, even if both Butler and Mike Field agree it is a bit frustrating that Patel’s character cannot see what is so clearly in front of him.

Kate McKinnon also stands out as his sharp-edged manager once fame starts to take hold, adding a fun industry satire layer to the story.

One thing both Butler and Field appreciate is that the unexplained “magic” behind The Beatles never existing is never overexplained or undone. The film simply accepts it as reality and focuses instead on themes of art, authenticity, love, and what it means to be an artist in a world obsessed with fame.

With timeless music, a sweet love story, and relatable creative themes, "Yesterday" is a charming and heartfelt watch that will likely have you queuing up The Beatles long after the credits roll.

What's your favorite film about music? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:59 - Film Facts

9:09 - Film Discussion

36:10 - Reviews

38:34 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

43:02 - Why Is This Forgotten?

45:53 - Plugs

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This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes continue their road to "Scream 7" with "Scream 4", Wes Craven’s return to Woodsboro more than a decade after the original trilogy.

Both Mike Butler and Mike Field still enjoy this entry, especially for its strong kills and surprisingly ahead-of-its-time themes about streaming culture, internet fame, and the performance of violence for an audience. The film feels eerily prescient in how it tackles social media obsession before it completely took over the world.

That said, there is a lot of unmined potential here. Butler feels the third act drops the ball slightly with a convenient ending and not doing quite enough with the Ghostface killers in the final stretch. Both Mikes also agree that Hayden Panettiere’s Kirby could have been positioned as the new Final Girl. With her horror movie expertise and charisma, she could have served as a fascinating long-term foil to Ghostface.

The Mikes also dig into the long-standing rumor that "Scream 4" was intended to launch a new trilogy centered on a killer who gets away with it, only to be hunted by new Ghostfaces in future installments. It is an intriguing idea that makes the existing ending feel like a missed opportunity.

Still sharp, still brutal, and more relevant than ever, "Scream 4" stands as a bold attempt to reinvent the franchise, even if it stops just short of fully committing to its most interesting ideas.

So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".

What are your thoughts on this current end of the "Sydney" saga and how it compares to your opinions of 5 and 6? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

3:45 - Film Facts

10:00 - Film Discussion

32:07 - Reviews

43:16 - Plugs

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "Return to Me", the heartfelt romantic comedy starring David Duchovny and Minnie Driver.

Mike Field has long had a soft spot for this one, while Mike Butler watched it for the first time. Both thoroughly enjoy the film. Even though it opens with the sudden death of Duchovny’s wife and the emotional setup of a heart transplant, the movie manages to stay surprisingly upbeat, cheerful, and warm throughout.

The ensemble cast is a huge part of what makes it work. Jim Belushi and Bonnie Hunt shine as Minnie Driver’s sister and brother-in-law, bringing humor and heart to nearly every scene they are in. Robert Loggia and Carroll O’Connor also add a comforting, lived-in charm that elevates the entire film. The movie captures that late 90s and early 2000s romantic comedy magic in the best way.

Sweet, sincere, and genuinely charming, "Return to Me" is the kind of rom-com that reminds you why the genre used to feel so effortless and heartfelt.

What's your favorite late 90's early 00's romcom? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:30 - Film Facts

11:06 - Film Discussion

28:11 - Reviews

32:00 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

35:55 - Why Is This Forgotten?

39:08 - Plugs

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This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes continue their road toward "Scream 7" with "Scream 3", the most divisive entry in the franchise.

Coming off "Scream 2", the highest-reviewed film in the series, "Scream 3" holds the unfortunate distinction of being the worst reviewed. Mike Field still enjoys the movie, but it is his least favorite of the franchise so far. His biggest issue comes down to the killer reveal, which he finds underwhelming, especially when you factor in the original script, the late production change to a single killer, and the moments where you can clearly tell the film was staged for two Ghostfaces.

Mike Butler also enjoys the film, especially the Gale & Dewey relationship, but shares some of those frustrations. He would have preferred the climax to stay within the Hollywood studio setting that the movie spends so much time establishing, rather than shifting to a Scooby-Doo-style mansion. He also argues that Patrick Dempsey being revealed as the killer and Sidney’s half-brother would have made far more sense both narratively and thematically.

Despite its flaws, "Scream 3" is still a fun watch. The kills are inventive, the meta elements continue to evolve, and Parker Posey is a standout as the actress portraying Gale Weathers in the Stab films within the film. It may be messy and compromised, but it still understands the spirit of the franchise and delivers plenty to enjoy.

So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".

Are you sad we never got to see a full episode of "100% Cotton"? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

3:12 - Film Facts

8:20 - Film Discussion

36:19 - Reviews

40:22 - Plugs

This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes continue their journey toward Scream 7 by revisiting "Scream 2", the rare horror sequel that arguably improves on the original.

Mike Butler absolutely loved this rewatch. From its themes and character arcs to the kills and the eventual villain reveals, he feels "Scream 2" sharpens nearly every idea introduced in the first film. The movie leans harder into its meta commentary, expands its cast in meaningful ways, and raises the stakes without losing what made the original work.

Mike Field also enjoys the film quite a bit, though he does feel the runtime runs a little long. Even so, both Mikes agree that the performances, the escalation of the story, and the confidence in its execution make this one of the strongest entries in the franchise.

Often cited as the highest-rated film in the series, "Scream 2" stands as proof that horror sequels can be smarter, bigger, and more effective when they understand exactly what made the original resonate.

So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".

Were you able to guess the killers when you saw Scream 2 for the first time? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:47 - Film Facts

10:11 - Film Discussion

35:39 - Reviews

41:09 - Plugs