Was 1994 one of the greatest years in movies?

On this special episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we take a look back at the year 1994 in movies and TV. With special Breaking News segments, it’s a pretty crazy fun episode that looks at one of the greatest years in film history. Take a listen and let us know in the comments…is it THE greatest year?

Almost three decades ago, an absolutely hella fly year in entertainment took hold in 1994. Classics like The Lion King, The Shawshank Redemption, Pulp Fiction, Forrest Gump, Interview with the Vampire, True Lies, The Ref, Speed, and others hit theaters. Not to be outdone, Friends, Seinfeld, and ER took over our television sets. It was a prime time for entertainment.

Much has changed since then, but what is even more interesting is how much remains the same. For this special episode, we’re not only going to look back at the year in film and television – complete with Breaking News segments direct from the year itself – we are going to settle the longstanding debate on if 1994 truly IS the greatest year in movie history! With the magic of technology and time travel, we hope you enjoy yet another in our annual series of Hollywood Outsider Time Capsule podcasts.

Welcome back to 1994!

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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it was time to take a trip down the rabbit hole that is animation and decipher why does it seem that animated films or TV shows seem to be so good at parenting, or at the very least is extremely appealing to kids when other forms of entertainment do not? Is it simply pretty pictures, or is it because of the world of animation contained within? Overall, what is it with animated parenting and why do kids love cartoons so much?

Also on this episode, we discuss the ramifications of Sony - a film studio - buying the Alamo Drafthouse theater chain, as well as streaming grows and so do cancellations. Plus, reviews of Brats, Thelma, For Prophet, and Inside Out 2!

• (0:00 – 36:00) Opening | Entertainment News: Streaming Cancellations Rise, Blade Falls, Sony Buys the Alamo Drafthouse, Brats
• (36:0 - 58:29) Reviews: Thelma, For Prophet, Inside Out 2

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we decided to dive into those little annoyances that take us out of a movie or TV series. Things like an open flame in space, or horror movies where no one does the most logical thing, or romances that are spawned from affairs. What are your most annoying nitpicks or cliches?

Furthermore, we discuss big entertainment news like Man on Fire getting the TV treatment, Practical Magic gets a sequel with Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman both returning, and reviews of Bad Behavior, Bad Boys: Ride or Die and Hit Man. 

• (0:00 – 23:59) Opening | Entertainment News: Man on Fire series, Practical Magic 2
• (24:00 - 45:50) Reviews: Bad Behavior, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, Hit Man | Upcoming Attractions
• (45:51 - 1:32:51) From the Outside In: Nitpicks and Cliches of Film and TV
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we decided it was time to discuss the constant negativity surrounding entertainment these days. Media sites and fandom in general seems to have become less of a positive thing and more likely incites others to clash and fight over every differing opinion. However, it wasn't so long ago that our differences made us relatable and brought us together. So what happened? Why can't fans be more positive? 

Of course, that's not all as we also debate an insane comparison from Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos using Barbie and Oppenheimer as reference points, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery gets a fantastic cast, and more.

• (0:00 – 11:32) Opening | Entertainment News: Netflix's Ted Sarandos, Knives Out sequel cast
• (11:33 - 1:15:23) From the Outside In: Why Can't Fans Be More Positive?
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LOST, Dexter, How I Met Your Mother, Game of Thrones, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Sopranos, Seinfeld, and The Shield. Each of these shows have one thing in common and it’s not just people dying. They each created a massive divide among fans, and also between fans and creators, when their series finally ended. So we decided to head into the past and revisit some of these finales, and exclude any extension of these series that might now exist, and discuss if they are truly that bad? Let's debate the TV's most controversial series finales!

Editor's Note: This is specifically for TV shows that had an intended series finale rather than an abrupt, forced conclusion to the show.

• (0:00 – 1:22:08) Debating TV's Most Controversial Series Finales
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, with Furiosa hitting theaters, it's time to look at what we've been robbed of over the years as fans: what are the movie spin-offs we actually NEED?! So many franchises erode into sequel after sequel when there are fantastic characters withering away on the vine just waiting for their chance to shine. They deserve their own spin-off, so why haven't we gotten one yet?

There is so much more! We also review IF and The Strangers: Chapter 1, dive into Cannes 2024 and this odd practice of 10 minutes standing ovations, debate if ticket prices should come down, and then finally a hot-button topic: is it time to forgive Kevin Spacey? Listen to this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast and find out!

• (0:00 – 29:27) Opening | Entertainment News: Should Ticket Prices Come Down, Cannes 2024, Are Standing Ovations Ridiculous
• (29:28 – 40:36) Forgiving Kevin Spacey
• (40:37 – 1:09:31) Review: The Strangers: Chapter 1 and IF

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are headed back to the land Charlton Heston built. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes takes place generations after the events of "War". This time, a group of civilized primates are viciously attacked, which leaves one of their own - Noa - to set off on a journey to save his clan. The less you know of the story the better, but you can rest assured that director Wes Ball understands the respect the last trilogy carries with it, and this film honors both the heart and depth those films exacted. Humanity versus the lives of all those animals we force to do our bidding, and how the memories of our heroes can even be distorted into a manipulative tactic for dictatorship. All of this and more is on the table as we discuss Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.

That's not all though! Entertainment news gets a once over as Lord of the Rings brings both Andy Serkis AND Gollum back, Roger Corman passes away, Disney merges with Max in the weirdest of ways, and Brandon Lee's The Crow celebrates its 30th anniversary. 

• (0:00 – 25:01) Entertainment News: Lords of the Rings Returns, Roger Corman Dies, The Crow's 30th Anniversary
• (25:02 – 31:25) Spoiler-Free Review: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we head back to a debate that has been raging for years, but seems to have rounded a corner back to where we started: which is the best way to watch TV nowadays, binging or weekly? There are sooooo many options, especially in the world of streaming, but do we even still have time for all of this television? Let's dive into a healthy debate as we discuss binge vs weekly TV.

That's not all though! Entertainment news like The Rock's recent expose, Riddick gets another chance, a few choice movie ideas moving to production, upcoming attractions such as Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, our review of The Last Stop in Yuma County, and more!

• (0:00 – 22:04) Opening | Entertainment News: The Rock deals with bad press, Riddick and Maze Runner get additional films, new movie productions
• (22:05 – 36:59) Review: The Last Stop in Yuma County | Upcoming Attractions
• (37:00 - 1:16:18) From the Outside In: Binge vs Weekly TV
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Inspired By A True Story is our spin-off podcast that dives into the world of true crime, specifically films that were inspired by true events, and detailing those actual crimes that occurred. On this special episode, we are sharing two of our favorite episodes: The Strangers and Mississippi Burning. Take a listen, and if you like what you here, head on over to Inspired By A True Story on your favorite podcast app and his subscribe so you can listen to every episode!

• (0:00 – 3:03) Opening
• (3:04 – 1:03:00) Mississippi Burning  
• (1:03:01 - 2:07:35) The Strangers

Welcome to Inspired By A True Story, a podcast where every two weeks, our award-winning hosts and film critics discuss the genuine details that have inspired some of the most memorable true crime movies around. Each episode will break down the crime or crimes that inspired a specific film, and then discuss how factual that film is, versus how much is simply Hollywood magic.

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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, 2024 has finally arrived at the greatest point of every cinephile’s annual indulgence, the Summer movie season!! This year theaters are trying to kick back into gear with blockbusters like Deadpool and Wolverine, The Fall Guy, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, Inside Out 2, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, IF, Furiosa, Twisters, A Quiet Place: Day One, and also insightful smaller films like The Bikeriders, Hit Man, Trap, I Saw the TV Glow, Babes, and a whole lot more.  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 Summer Movie Preview 2024!

We discuss each month in detail and every major and many minor releases. May, June, July, and August all receive their fair due as we elaborate and debate on over 60 titles coming to theaters, as well as those independent and streaming gems to look for. 

Grab a pen and paper or your favorite app, because this is one episode you will want to take notes on. THIS is our 2024 Summer Movie Preview!

*Editor's Note: Release dates were based on the date of the recording, and are subject to change

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