Forgotten Cinema

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes head back to 1980 with "Everybody Wants Some!!", Richard Linklater’s laid-back, jock-fueled follow-up (spiritually, at least) to "Dazed and Confused".

Mike Field, a longtime Linklater fan, is all in on the film’s nostalgic energy, naturalistic dialogue, and character-driven charm. Mike Butler? Not so much. While he appreciates the strong direction and rising-star performances from stars such as Glen Powell, Tyler Hoechlin, and Wyatt Russell, the movie’s hyper-specific focus on male bonding and college baseball culture doesn’t fully land.

Still, there’s no denying the talent on display or Linklater’s knack for capturing the rhythm of a time and place. Is "Everybody Wants Some!!" a dugout classic, or just a foul ball that looks like a homerun?

What's your favorite Linklater film? Let us know in the comments below!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:21 - Film Facts

9:25 - Film Discussion

32:54 - Reviews

41:40 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

45:40 - Why Is This Forgotten?

48:04 - Plugs

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Mike Butler and Mike Field can officially state that "Fantastic Four: First Steps" is the greatest Fantastic Four film ever.

...which means diddly.

From skipping over way too much of their lives as heroes, to a not so stellar second hour, the Mikes felt less than fantastic after watching this newest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The style is there, the family aspect is there, they even kind of do a good movie plausible Galactus, but so much else just falls flat.

What did you think of "Fantastic Four: First Steps"? Stretched too thin, or did they clobber it out of the park? Let us know in the comments below!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:33 - Film Discussion

26:43 - Final Thoughts

30:38 - Plugs

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This week, the Mikes are crash landing on a hostile alien planet with Radha Mitchell, Cole Hauser, and escaped murderer Vin Diesel as they discuss the 2000 sci-fi film "Pitch Black".

Butler loved this movie when he was 13 and he still really likes it today, with a few logic and story issues. Field says he doesn't NOT like the film, but it kind of really seems like a hater. Along the way they'll discuss the alien creatures our survivors are trying to escape and the fact that Richard B. Riddick wasn't originally meant to survive or have the redemption arc that he does, but a young Dom Toretto charmed director David Twohy, studio execs, and the cast and crew. A twist of fate that would spawn 2 (and soon 3!) Riddick-centric sequels.

What's your favorite "Aliens" rip off film? Or do you like the other Riddick saga films? Let us know in the comments below!

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0:00 - Introduction

4:57 - Film Facts

13:46 - Film Discussion

33:57 - Reviews

43:06 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

45:28 - Why Is This Forgotten?

47:40 - Plugs

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This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes dive into one of Steven Spielberg’s most underrated and powerful films: "Munich" (2005).

As longtime Spielberg fans, Mike Field and Mike Butler are all in on this gripping thriller, unpacking the film’s masterful direction, stunning cinematography, and the complex moral themes at its core. They explore how "Munich" handles questions of justice, revenge, and the cost of violence; all backed by Spielberg’s signature precision behind the camera.

Thought-provoking, haunting, and expertly crafted, "Munich" is a film that deserves far more attention than it gets. Let’s fix that.

What is your favorite "heady" Spielberg film? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:16 - Film Facts

16:07 - Film Discussion

37:07 - Reviews

42:15 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

49:44 - Why Is This Forgotten?

55:00 - Plugs

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In this Now Showing Lite episode of Forgotten Cinema, Mike Butler takes flight solo to review James Gunn's "Superman" (2025)—the latest big-screen take on the Man of Steel. As a lifelong Superman fan, Mike dives into what worked, what didn’t, and why this more comic book–faithful approach to the character still resonated, despite a few third-act stumbles.

The first half of the episode is spoiler-free, covering the film’s tone, performances, and how it stands out in the current superhero landscape. In the second half, it’s full spoiler territory, with deeper thoughts on the plot, character choices, and how it stacks up against past Superman adaptations.

Whether you're a longtime fan or just superhero-curious, this one's for you.

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This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes go back in time to grift some villagers with a dragon sidekick as they revisit "DragonHeart" (1996), the medieval fantasy adventure starring Dennis Quaid, David Thewlis, and the unmistakable voice of Sean Connery as Draco the dragon.

Butler brings the nostalgia, having watched the film as a kid, and still finds plenty to enjoy—from its message of honor to the humor and the rare vibe of a family-friendly fantasy that’s almost extinct today. Field? Not so much. While both hosts agree the film’s tone is all over the place, the villain is cartoonishly evil, and the plot has issues… there’s one thing they absolutely agree on: the score is legendary.

Is "DragonHeart" a charming adventure or a clunky misfire with great music? Join us as we take flight and find out.

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0:00 - Introduction

3:24 - Film Facts

10:45 - Film Discussion

32:59 - Reviews

39:37 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

42:42 - Why Is This Forgotten?

45:45 - Plugs

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This week on "Forgotten Cinema", the Mikes take a wrong turn into "Judgment Night" (1993), a gritty urban thriller starring Emilio Estevez, Cuba Gooding Jr., Jeremy Piven, and Denis Leary.

While both Mike Field and Mike Butler agree the film is well made and well acted, they also agree it’s held back by a clunky script and characters who make some truly baffling decisions. And while Denis Leary brings energy to the role, let’s just say he’s not exactly convincing as a hardened villain from the “hood”.

Still, there’s a solid thriller buried beneath the bad choices, questionable casting, and one of the most iconic genre soundtracks of the ‘90s. The bones are there, but does Judgment Night live or die by its execution?

What's your favorite gritty 90's film? Or, had you ever heard of "Judgement Night"? Let us know in the comments below!

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0:00 - Introduction

3:06 - Film Facts

8:40 - Film Discussion

34:03 - Reviews

40:41 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

42:37 - Why Is This Forgotten?

46:24 - Plugs

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Mike Butler and Mike Field take one final leap into the world of video games turned movies with guest Russ Lyman on their limited special series "From Console to Screen" to discuss the 2005 Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson sci-fi action adaptation of "Doom" also starring Karl Urban.

Does the first person action scene save this film from the other adaptations the Mikes have had to endure?

What's your favorite Doom game? Let us know in the comments below!

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0:00 - Introduction

3:11 - Film Facts

8:11 - Film Discussion

36:41 - Reviews

39:22 - C2S Wrap Up

58:27 - Plugs

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This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes step into the quiet, brutal world of "A History of Violence" (2005), directed by David Cronenberg and starring Viggo Mortensen.

Mike Field brings the praise; this is his favorite Cronenberg film. Mike Butler? Not so much. While the film’s tight runtime and strong performances are appreciated on both sides, the impact of the violence doesn’t quite land for Butler the way it does Field and apparently everyone else. Is that a product of time and increased violence in cinema?

The Mikes dig into Cronenberg’s themes, the stripped-down approach to storytelling, and it's themes about the pervasive nature of violence still resonate 20 years later.

What's your favorite Cronenberg film? Let us know in the comments below!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:45 - Film Facts

13:12 - Film Discussion

35:46 - Reviews

49:11 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

52:08 - Why Is This Forgotten?

54:48 - Plugs

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Mike Butler and Mike Field are once again joined by guest Russ Lyman on their limited special series "From Console to Screen" to discuss "Street Fighter: The Movie" starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Raul Julia in his final role as the scene stealing M. Bison.

Surely this film based on a fighting video game is good...right? RIGHT?!

What's your favorite Street Fighter character? Let us know in the comments below!

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0:00 - Introduction

2:39 - Film Facts

11:38 - Film Discussion

40:38 - Reviews

52:20 - Plugs

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