Matinee Heroes

CONAN THE BARBARIAN

Orphaned boy Conan is enslaved after his village is destroyed by the forces of vicious necromancer Thulsa Doom. Once he reaches adulthood, Conan sets off across the prehistoric landscape of the Hyborian Age in search of the man who killed his family and stole his father's sword.

Craig and Alan are joined by  Steve and Izzy (EILFMovies on twitter) as they talk swords and sandals, the allure of Arnold, Podcart Fest and the movie “Conan the Barbarian” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

0:57

Craig, Alan and guests Steve and Izzy of  Everything I Learned From Movies to talk about the upcoming Podcart Fest this April 10th and movies they loved in the 80's.

11:34

Craig, Alan, Steve and guests Steve and Izzy discuss "Conan the Barbarian"

41:55

Recasting

1:07:01

Double Feature

1:11:47

Final Thoughts

1:19:29

A preview of next week's episode "Total Recall"

Get ready for a surprise! Arnold April continues with the mind-bending "Total Recall"

JOJO RABBIT

JoJo is a lonely German boy who discovers that his single mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his imaginary friend -- Adolf Hitler -- JoJo must confront his blind nationalism as World War II continues to rage on.

Craig Alan and guest Cary Gordon (@metalgeeks on twitter) talk about propaganda, deprogramming loved ones, MSRcast’s live streams and the movie JoJo Rabbit on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

0:55

Craig, Alan and guest Cary Gordon talk about what's new with the Metal Geeks latest streams.

9:26

Craig, Alan and guest Cary Gordon discuss "JoJo Rabbit"

29:30

Recasting

50:00

Double Feature

53:56

Final Thoughts

59:10

A preview of next week's episode "Conan the Barbarian"

Next week starts an entire month dedicated to Arnold Schwarzenegger and we start with one of his earliest movies "Conan The Barbarian"

AMERICAN HISTORY X

Living a life marked by violence and racism, neo-Nazi Derek Vinyard finally goes to prison after killing two black youths who tried to steal his car. Upon his release, he vows to change his ways and hopes to prevent his younger brother, who idolizes Derek, from following in his footsteps.

Craig and guest cohost Valerie Cameron (@moviesmakeus on twitter) discuss Neo-Nazis, understanding ignorance, Movies That Make Us’ upcoming 100th episode and the movie “American History X” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

1:13

Craig and guest Valerie Cameron discuss Movies That Make Us' upcoming 100th episode and some of their goings on lately.

8:46

Craig and Valerie discuss "American History X"

41:28

Recasting

53:25

Double Feature

58:28

Final Thoughts

1:00:43

A preview of next week's episode "Jojo Rabbit"

Next week, F#@K Nazis month ends with the feel good hit of 2019 "JoJo Rabbit"

VALKYRIE

Col. Claus von Stauffenberg serves Germany with loyalty and pride but fears that Hitler will destroy his country if allowed to run unchecked. With time running out for Germany and the rest of Europe, von Stauffenberg joins a group of like-minded, high-ranking men who want to overthrow the Nazi regime from within. With everything he holds dear in the balance, von Stauffenberg becomes the trigger man in a plot to assassinate the evil dictator.

Craig and guest co-host Richard Jensen (@TheRagingCelt on twitter) discuss fighting against power, the imperials are space Nazis the importance of Directors on set and the movie “Valkyrie” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

1:21

Craig and guest Richard Jensen discuss what some of their favorite WWII movies are.

8:04

Craig and guest Richard discuss "Valkyrie"

30:55

Recasting

44:05

Double Feature

47:20

Final Thoughts

52:07

A preview of next week's episode "American History X"

Next week, F#@K Nazis month moves from traditional Nazis to neo-Nazis with "American History X"

INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE

The intrepid explorer Indiana Jones sets out to rescue his father, a medievalist who has vanished while searching for the Holy Grail. Following clues in the old man's notebook, Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, but they are not the only ones who are on the trail, and some sinister old enemies soon come out of the woodwork.

Craig and Alan are joined by Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) to discuss Spielberg’s Career, the Texas Ice Age, the future of Indiana Jones and the movie "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" to start F#@K Nazis month on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

1:01

Craig, Alan and guest Brendan talk about the horrible winter Texas has endured.

8:19

Craig, Alan and guest Brendan discuss "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"

46:00

Recasting

1:04:24

Double Feature

1:07:13

Final Thoughts

1:11:14

A preview of next week's episode "Valkyrie"

Next week, F#@K Nazis month continues with an attempt to wipe out the Führer himself in "Valkyrie"

SOME LIKE IT HOT

When Chicago musicians Joe and Jerry accidentally witness a gangland shooting, they quickly board a south bound train to Florida, disguised as Josephine and Daphne, the two newest members of an all-girl jazz band. Their cover is perfect... While Joe pretends to be a millionaire to win the band's sexy singer, Sugar, Jerry finds himself pursued by a real millionaire as things heat up and the mobsters close in.

Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw (@FanboyPlanet on twitter) discuss the immortal Marilyn Monroe, update what’s happening at Fanboy Planet, transgressive attitudes in the 50’s and the movie “Some Like It Hot” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

1:02

Craig and Derek McCaw from Fanboy Planet talk about some of Derek's favorite Rom-Coms.

8:30

Craig and Derek discuss "Some Like It Hot"

37:38

Recasting

54:06

Double Feature

56:04

Final Thoughts

1:01:17

A preview of next week's episode "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"

Next week, F#@K Nazis month returns with our favorite Nazi-puncher and this time he brought along his dad in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"

THE AMERICAN PRESIDENT

President Andrew Shepherd unexpectedly falls in love with Sydney Wade, an environmental lobbyist. Suddenly President Shepherd must confront new issues: declining approval ratings, an inquiring press, and an aggressive political opponent. Now Shepherd must choose between his political career and his love for Sydney.

Craig and Alan are joined by Rob Ervin (@yesTHATRobErvin on twitter) to talk about a West Wing test run,  Alan on Lettterboxd, scandalous non-scandals and the movie "The American President" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!

And so ends the second season of Matinee Heroes presents Castoff as Rob Ervin defeated Chaz Evans 5-2 to take the crown of Best Caster on the Internet. The show is going on hiatus for a bit but look for it live at pop culture conventions near you – if they even have them this year. And if you want to bring CastOFF! to your event, email Craig at [email protected].  Hope you enjoyed this season of the CastOff! and thanks to everyone who watched and participated!

Show Notes

1:12

Craig, Alan and guest Rob Ervin talk about some favorite rom-coms and doing audio commentaries for WWE Pay-per-views at the Cheap Popcast.

7:50

Craig, Alan and Rob discuss "The American President"

42:08

Recasting

1:01:48

Double Feature

1:04:58

Final Thoughts

1:10:01

A preview of next week's episode "Some Like It Hot"

Next week, Craig and guest co-host go on the lam as gender-bending musician hot after Marilyn Monroe in "Some Like it Hot"

NOTTING HILL

William Thacker is a London bookstore owner whose humdrum existence is thrown into romantic turmoil when famous American actress Anna Scott appears in his shop. The chance encounter leads to a kiss that blossoms into a full-blown affair. As the average bloke and glamorous movie star draw closer and closer together, they struggle to reconcile their radically different lifestyles in the name of love.

Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) discuss British love, press junkets, the price of fame and the movie “Notting Hill" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!

Last week, Game 2 of the semi-finals was another game down to the wire as Chaz Evans defeated Jake Dietz to represent Utah in the finals against Texas’ Rob Ervin.

This Tuesday, February 16th at 9pmEst 6pmPST the season finale of Castoff will pit our two contestants against each other as they recast an all time classic "The Shawshank Redemption".

We finally put to rest who is the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream.

Show Notes

0:51

Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about some favorite rom-coms and life at the vets.

13:52

Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Notting Hill"

39:42

Recasting

1:08:32

Double Feature

1:11:59

Final Thoughts

1:19:59

A preview of next week's episode "The American President"

Next week, Craig and Alan will be talking but not walking with Rob Ervin as they discuss Aaron Sorkin's "The American President"

WHEN HARRY MET SALLY

College graduates Harry and Sally share a contentious car ride from Chicago to New York, during which they argue about whether men and women can ever be strictly platonic friends. Ten years later, Harry and Sally meet again at a bookstore, and attempt to stay friends without sex becoming an issue between them

Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about rom com tropes, ordering on the side, annoying but likeable people and the movie “When Harry Met Sally” on this week's Matinee Heroes!

This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!

Last week, Game 1 of the semi-finals saw a nail biter as Rob Ervin squeaked by Tracy Mangum when they recast the Office, to secure his spot in the Castoff Finals.

This Tuesday February 9th at 9pmEst 6pmPST Jake Dietz and Chaz Evans will see who will face Rob in the finals when they recast Parks and Recreations!

See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream.

Show Notes

0:45

Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about some favorite rom-coms and what Brendan's 3-year-old has been watching lately.

10:26

Craig and Brendan discuss "When Harry Met Sally"

26:53

Recasting

42:07

Double Feature

47:06

Final Thoughts

49:23

A preview of next week's episode "Notting Hill"

Next week, Craig and Alan have glamorous superstar Elisabeth Rappe join them for "Notting Hill"

SAVING MR. BANKS

Determined to fulfill a promise to his daughters, Walt Disney tries for 20 years to obtain the rights to author P. L. Travers' beloved book. Armed with his iconic creative vision, Walt pulls out all the stops, but the uncompromising Travers won't budge. Only when he reaches into his own complicated childhood does Walt discover the truth about the ghosts that haunt Travers, and together, they set Mary Poppins free!

Craig and guest co-host Cary Gordon (@metalgeeks on Twitter) discuss, protecting your legacy, Cary’s favorite movies of 2020, the Sherman Brothers and the movie “Saving Mr. Banks” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!

Round 2 finished last week as Tracy Mangum, in a historic shutout, broke Randy Redacted’s 4 game win streak by out casting Clue the movie to secure the final spot in the semi finals.

This Tuesday Feb 2nd at 9pmEst 6pmPST Tracy Mangum will immediately defend his victory against Rob Ervin as they recast The Office!

See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream.

Show Notes

0:55

Craig and guest co-host Cary Gordon discuss what's happening over at the MSRCast and Metal Geeks podcasts as well as get a few top movie picks from Cary.

17:19

Craig and Cary discuss "Saving Mr. Banks"

37:04

Recasting

55:41

Double Feature

58:48

Final Thoughts

1:02:58

A preview of next week's episode "When Harry Met Sally"

Next week, Craig and Brendan Agnew kick off Rom-Com February with "When Harry Met Sally"