This episode focuses on sequels, tentpoles and the differences between the two.  Using the abysmal Jaws sequels as a jumping board, I attempt to place sequels into the business of Hollywood.  Why do we have sequels?  Where did they come from?  Are they our friends?  Also the results of this week's Best of Decades Battle!  Other films discussed: The Greatest Showman (2017), His Girl Friday (1940), Swing Time (1936), Jaws 2 (1978), Jaws 3 (1983), Jaws: The Revenge (1987), and The Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018).

Recorded July 15, 2018

The history of movie stardom is examined using James Cagney as a model of what being a star means.  How stars emerged in Hollywood and how they came to dominate posters, marquees, credits is very important to understand in the evolution of the studio system.  Other films discussed: The Death of Stalin (2017), Game Night (2018), Lady Killer (1933), Each Dawn I Die (1939), Force 10 From Navarone (1978), The Commuter (2018), The Fighting 69th (1940), The Picture Snatcher (1933), and Transformers: The Last Knight (2017).  Plus results from the first Best of Decades Battle!

Recorded July 6, 2018

On this week's episode I break down the though process behind remaking, rebooting and, re-imaginating films.  I start with examples from both Murder on the Orient Express films (1974) & (2017), then bring them together with comparisons based on audiences, technology, and filmmaking choices.  Other familiar remakes are discussed as well as why Hollywood has always been remake happy.  Other films discussed: Tokyo Drifter (1966), Over the Top (1987), Coco (2017). Steamboat Round the Bend (1935), Fast and Furious (1939), The Narrow Margin (1952). and The Cross of Lorraine (1943). 

Recorded June 29, 2018

This episode tackles the Jurassic Park franchise.  Starting with Jurassic Park (1993), to The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997), Jurassic Park III (2001), Jurassic World (2015), and the newest edition Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdon (2018).  I address my issues with the franchise but still give credit where it's due. 

Recorded June 22, 2018

This week is all about the Incredbles 2 (2018), nostalgia, the Hays Code, and Dames (1934).  I ponder the virtual vs. the real with regards to Pixar and Marvel. The Hays Code is brought up with its comparisons to the Busby Berekely's Dames. Sex vs. Violence in terms of censorship as well as how Masculinity is portrayed in TAG (2018).  Other films discussed: Tomb Raider (2018), Sweet Smell of Success (1957), The Last Man on Earth (1964).

Recorded June 22, 2018

I break down the toxicity of film criticism and the ugly side of fandom (36:00).  I admit that I will never tell someone not to watch a movie simply because I do not like it.  Also, included is good and bad comparisons of Ocean's 8 (2018) to Ocean's 11 (2001).  I bring up the horror genre and why I can't seemingly get on the bandwagon of horror...and it's all my fault.  Other films talked about include: The Swarm (1978), Universal Soldier (1992), House on Haunted Hill (1959), Kill Command (2016), Only God Forgives (2013), The Mission (1999), and The Haunted Strangler (1958). 

Recorded June 15, 2018

This week I break down a handful of science fiction films from the past couple years.  In the discussion I unpack what makes a film a science fiction film and compare that with fantasy as a genre.  Tagents abound in this episode as I struggle to come to grips with why I have such stong feelings toward the sci-fi genre.  Films discussed include: Annihilation (2018), Sigularity (2017), Alien Arrival (2016), Spectral (2016), Cargo (2017), Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets ( 2017), and the Lego Batman Movie (2017).  

Recorded June 8, 2018

On a rainy Sunday morning I sit down with Andy, one of the best people ever, and discuss the embarassing films that make up our top five guilty pleasure films.  We talk about what makes a movie a guilty pleasure as well why each movie fits that criteria.  Also, we try to gauge our love for each film against the Tomatometer to see if our guilt is real or imagined.  If you'd like, respond on Twitter @MP365Podcast with your top five guilty pleasure films, don't be shy!  Cheers!

Recorded June 3, 2018

On this episode I discuss the fact that inadvertantly watched three prison movies and try to connect them with bubblegum and toothpicks.  Billy Wilder takes center stage as I talk about Stalag 17 (1953) and Witness for the Prosecution (1957).  The other prison movie just happens to be Two-Way Stretch (1960) starring Peter Sellers. Sellers makes another appearence in 1957's The Smallest Show on Earth as the drunken yet lovable projectionist Mr. Quill.  Other films that made their way through my eyes and into my brain this week are: Anon (2018), The Bribe (1949), Whisky Galore (1949), Across the Pacific (1942), 20 Million Miles to Earth (1957), and Hannie Caulder (1971).  I also enjoy a Hazy Little Thing from Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.  

Recorded June 1, 2018

On a drunken Saturday night, I invite my amazing friend Jess over to talk about our top five favorite movies about Summer.  Sit back relax and enjoy a delicious craft beer or a nice stiff glass of Scotch!  Cheers!

Recorded May 26, 2018