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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, with the recent cancellation of over 40 shows, we are discussing the emotional impact of a series not given a proper ending. Is it even fair to expect studios to deliver an ending to a show no one is watching? Are we, as fans, too entitled when it comes to a canceled series? Also on this episode, we discuss the Amber Heard and Johnny Depp trial, a freakin' popcorn shortage, Neve Campbell's Scream 6 announcement, and Kyle Nolan from NoReruns.Net joins us to discuss the 2022 ATX Television Festival, which returned LIVE and in-person in Austin, Texas. 

Discussed on this episode

• • (0:00 – 15:48) Opening | Movie & TV News
  • (15:48 – 34:09) ATX Television Festival with Kyle Nolan, NoReruns.net

(34:09 - 41:31) Reviews and Recommendations

(41:31 – 1:12:33) From the Outside In: Emotional Impact of a Series Cancelation

(1:12:33– 1:20:25) Open Mic Night & Closing

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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, with Top Gun: Maverick taking over movie theaters worldwide, we decided to look back at the original for inspiration and devote our topic for the week to 80s movie soundtracks! Top Gun, Dirty Dancing, Purple Rain, The Blues Brothers, the list goes on and on and on. What was your favorite soundtrack from the 80s era?

Also on this episode, we dive deep into Top Gun: Maverick with our spoiler review, as well as Stranger Things Season 4 Volume 1. What did Tom Cruise and company get right and wrong with their nostalgia laden sequel, and what the hell is happening in the Upside Down? 

Discussed on this episode

• • (0:00 – 09:24) Opening 
  • (09:25 – 1:06:44) From the Outside In: 80s Movie Soundtracks | Recommendations
  • (1:06:45 – 1:39:18) Top Gun: Maverick Spoiler Review
  • (1:39:19 - 2:00:49) Stranger Things Season 4 Volume 1 Spoiler Review
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, with Tom Cruise jetting the skies again in Top Gun: Maverick, we decided it was a grand time to revisit the concept of the movie star: what defines the term, and if the movie star era effectually coming to an end. Stars like Tom Cruise, Will Smith, Tom Hanks, The Rock, Denzel Washington, etc. have reigned for decades, but times have changed. In a mass content world, can they still exist? 

Also on this episode, Movie Innuendo returns, our film and TV discussion revolves around Daredevil's return, Stan Lee's likeness being used for decades to come, and TikTok rivaling Netflix for content. Also, reviews of The Watcher and Men, plus much more!

Discussed on this episode

• • (0:00 – 32:45) Opening | Movie and TV News Discussion - Daredevil Returns, Stan Lee's Likeness Purchased by Disney, TikTok is Coming for Disney
  • (32:46 – 52:37) Spoiler-Free Reviews: The Watcher, Men | Recommendations
  • (52:38 – 1:19:05) From the Outside In: Is the Movie Star Era Coming to an End
  • (1:19:06 - 1:24:25) Movie Innuendo | Closing
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we decided to dive a little deeper into the history of movie and TV ratings. Where did they come from, who uses them in modern times, why do they use them? We especially take a look at if we should possibly reevaluate how reliable and seemingly flexibly inconsistent ratings tend to be. It's an in-depth and enlightening discussion on how society looks at movie and TV ratings. 

Also on this episode, our Movie Manners topic returns to look at theater distractions, viewers watched over 4 trillion minutes of TV during the 21-22 season, TV's Bloody Friday strikes again, Star Wars gains another series, and much more!

Discussed on this episode

• • (0:00 – 34:34) Opening | Movie and TV News Discussion - The Dark Universe Anniversary, Star Wars, 4 Trillion Minutes of TV Watched, TV's Bloody Friday
  • (34:35 – 43:37) Recommendations
  • (43:38 – 1:40:51) From the Outside In: Movie and TV Ratings
  • (1:40:52 - 1:47:12) Movie Manners | Closing
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we discuss every single aspect - spoilers and all - of the biggest movie of the year thus far, Marvel's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness! 

Following the events of the Disney+ series WandaVision and Spider-Man: No Way Home where Dr. Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) cast a forbidden spell that opened the doorway to the multiverse, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness finds Strange protecting a young girl from unseen forces, including alternate versions of himself, whose threat to humanity is too great for the combined forces of Strange, Wong (Benedict Wong), and Wanda Maximoff aka Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen). WARNING: This is wholly a horror film, especially for the MCU. 

Marvel’s Multiverse opens up even further, and fan service takes a collect call direct from Kevin Feige’s and Marvel's seemingly infinite options of potential cameos. 

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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we discuss annoying TV Tropes. Those little things in modern TV shows that just get under your skin. Maybe it's people never saying goodbye as they hang up, maybe it's something else. Maybe it’s production related, maybe it’s story related. What are your most annoying TV tropes?

Also on this episode, Fast X deals with a little Vin Diva drama as they replace Justin Lin, TNT and TBS cease scripted television, our spoiler-free review of Bosch Legacy and much more.

Then, after our normal show, Scott Clark from The Gaming Outsider drops by to discuss Netflix's Ozark series finale. The Byrdes and Langmores have clashed with the FBI and the cartel, but how does it feel now that all of the dust has settled and the series has reached its conclusion? Strap in, as we're about to break down the hellaciousness of it all in this spoiler filled discussion on all things Ozark. 

Discussed on this episode

• • (0:00 – 18:42) Opening | Fast X Director Replaced, TNT and TBS Eliminates Scripted Television, FOX Cancels Fall Upfronts
  • (18:43 – 1:05:06) From the Outside In: Annoying TV Tropes
  • (45:46 – 1:14:09) Reviews: Bosch: Legacy | Recommendations
  • (1:14:10 - 2:08:58) Ozark: Series Finale Spoiler Discussion
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What summer movies are you most looking forward to?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, 2022 has finally arrived at the greatest point of every cinephile’s annual indulgence, the Summer movie season! This year we are finally back with blockbusters like Top Gun: Maverick, Thor: Love and Thunder, Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness, NOPE, and Bullet Train, and also insightful smaller films like Men, Happening, and Bodies Bodies Bodies.  But with so many films coming out at this time, how is any self-respecting fan supposed to know what to see when there are so many options available? We’re here to help with our 2022 Summer Movie Preview!

We discuss each month in detail; every major release, as well as our picks of the smaller independent titles. May, June, July, and August all receive their fair due as we elaborate and debate on over 40 titles coming to theaters, as well as those independent and streaming gems to look for. Before finally revealing the Listener Top 10 Most Anticipated Films of Summer 2022.

Grab a pen and paper or your favorite app, because this is one episode you will want to take notes on. THIS is our 2022 Summer Movie Preview!

Discussed on this episode

• (0:00 – 13:30) Summer Movie Preview 2022
• (13:31 – 1:32:16) Summer Movie Preview 2022
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we debate a dish best served cold: REVENGE! Why do we love this concept of avenging the wrongs of the world through violence, especially when we claim to be such a civilized society? We discuss the myriad of revenge films, what our personal favorites are, and dive into the specifics of why so many fans just love to watch another human be treated to a delicious helping of primal justice. 

Also on this episode, we are discussing Netflix axing password sharing and adding an ad-supported tier, Warner Brothers Discovery overhauling DC (and new wrinkles with Ezra Miller and Flash), fans who prejudge entertainment, review of Fantastic Beasts 3, and more.

Discussed on this episode

• • (0:00 – 27:47) Netflix Axes Password Sharing | Warner Brothers Discovery Overhauls DC 
  • (27:48 – 45:45) Fans Prejudging Entertainment
  • (45:46 – 1:02:20) Reviews: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore | Recommendations
  • (1:02:21 - 1:30:26) From the Outside In: Revenge Movies and Why We Love Them
  • (1:30:27 – 1:34:36) Closing | TV Mash-Up
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we take a look at the world of movie and TV heroes. But instead of daring acts of valor, we discuss those heroes who truly aren't very heroic. We're not talking anti-heroes either. Maybe these alleged good guys didn't actually save anyone, or maybe they caused more damage than the villain, or maybe they were constantly bailed out by their friends at Hogwarts. Luke Skywalker, Frodo, Glenda the Good Witch, Rose, and the names keep coming. Whatever the case, we taking a sharp look at whether many of these protagonists deserve the title of "hero".

Also on this episode, we are discussing why we need so many thumbs for Netflix, how far deepfake technology has come, reviews of DUAL, All the Old Knives and Ambulance, and much more.

Discussed on this episode

• • (0:00 – 25:19) Netflix Updates Ratings | The Death of Network TV | Deepfake Technology Expands
  • (25:20 – 42:43) Reviews: Dual, Ambulance, All the Old Knives | Recommendations
  • (42:44 - 1:21:35) From the Outside In: Movie and TV Heroes Who Aren't Heroic
  • (1:21:36 – 1:36:00) Do We Prefer Short Ass Movies? | Closing | Outtakes
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're taking a journey through the multiverse. Specifically, the concept of multiverses as a storytelling device. While many might think this starts and ends with Marvel's recent slate of films including Spider-Man: No Way Home, in fact, multiverses have been around for decades in various forms. As this backdrop of storytelling explodes in popularity, we take a look at it and discuss if it has a long-term future in modern filmmaking. 

Also on this week's episode, we discuss Bruce Willis' recent decision to retire from acting to focus on his personal health. We discuss his iconic career, his evolution from TV star to movie star, and what his roles have meant to us. We follow this discussion with an interview from director Matt Eskandari who has worked with Willis recently. As well as reviews of Everything Everywhere All at Once and Morbius, and the latest on the slap heard round the world between Will Smith and Chris Rock. 

• Discussed on this episode
  • (0:00 – 12:04) Opening | Sherlock Holmes 3 | The Crow Remake 
  • (12:05 – 49:00) Bruce Willis Retires | Director Matt Eskandari on Bruce Willis

(49:01 – 1:07:44) Reviews: Morbius, Everything Everywhere All at Once | Recommendations

(1:07:45 - 1:31:59) From the Outside In: A Journey Through the Multiverse

(1:32:00 – 1:50:07) Closing | Will Smith and Chris Rock Redux

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