“Ghost Movies”- The Others (2001) VS Volver (2006)

Join us as we create the Greatest Films of the 21st Century list with two more possible candidates; The Others and Volver. The category is “Ghost Movies” so what better way to cover this subject than with two genre bending films. There are many parallels with this double feature that are unexpected. The Others (2001) is spellbinding tale of hauntings and awakening. Volver (2006) on the other-hand topsy, turvy, and tragic black-comedy sure to keep you guessing. Will they both strike gold and score enough stars to make our list? Tune in to find out. Just don’t blame us if we help you realize that you were the ghost thewhole time. 

The Others (Shudder) 

Volver (rent anywhere) 

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After a short hiatus the Modern Classics Podcast is back and better than ever! There was a lot to catch up on so your hosts Mike and Kendell dive right into the Best Picture nominees for this years oscars, Upcoming films for 2025 and a brief on discussion on the loss of director David Lynch. Movies discussed include The Monkey, The Fantastic Four, Ash, The Thunderbolts, Superman, The Running Man, Mickey 17, Frankenstein and more. Tune in for next weeks episode where Volver (2006) and The Others (2001) will battle it out for a spot on the Modern Classics Greatest Films of the 21 Century List.

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The Modern Classics Podcast kicks off 2025 with the best films of 2024. We watched a lot of movies this year which made this task surprisingly difficult. Not to mention that 2024 was a fantastic year in cinema! How can we choose?! Movies discussed include; Alien Romulus, The Substance, Challengers, Twisters, Monkey Man and so many more. This episode we also tackle what we thought were the worst releases of the year and the runner ups that just missed our top 5 picks.

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Battle Royale (2000) Vs. Unbreakable (2000)

The category for today's Battle episode is "In The Year 2000". In true Modern Classics form we visit the year it all began. The year that makes a podcast about films released form the year 2000 to the present possible. And we begin the journey into this most prescient of times with Battle Royale. An ass kicker of a movie that spawned a new genre and a little known series called The Hunger Games. Then we breakdown the M. Night Shamaylan hit Unbreakable. A film that paints a more realistic version of comic book cinema (or does it?) . Join us as we review, rate, and debate these two modern cinematic spectacles. And remember if either film score 10 or more combined stars it will be inducted onto the Modern Classics Greatest films of the 21st Century List.

WARNING;

This episode contains criticism of M. Night Shamaylan's filmography. It is not recommended for those with bones made of glass or any other hyper sensitivity to the M. Night catalogue.

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Unbreakable (Hulu)

Battle Royale (Tubi & Amazon Prime)

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Welcome to the Modern Classics Podcast. The only podcast strictly covering films released from the year 2000 to the present. Do you enjoy talking movies with a friend? Then look no further. On today's episode Mike and Kendell tackle Siblings in 2000's Cinema. Films discussed include Napoleon Dynamite, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Matrix Reloaded and more. The second and final segment of the show is a new trivia game "2000 or More" where Kendell is challenged to guess how many titles have been released by classic directors in since the year 2000. If you enjoy this episode make sure to rate and review!!

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Shaun Of The Dead (2004) Vs. Black Dynamite (2009)

This weeks battle episode category is "Parody Films". Starting the conversation is Mike's pick "Shaun of The Dead". The 2004 zombie lampoon that has more to say about society than you might remember. Then it's one of Kendell's personal favorites "Black Dynamite". An outrageously well baked farce on the Blaxploitation genre. So come listen as your host breakdown each film, score each film and ultimately decide if either belongs on the Modern Classics Greatest Films of The 21 Century list. Also included is short message of our thoughts on the election. This is podcast is NOT right wing in any way and we will NOT hesitate to "Lay the Hammer Down on Any Clown That Comes Around". Rate, Review, and follow the show please!

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Shaun of The Dead (Starz)

Black Dynamite (Tubi)

Halloween Special : 2000's Horror Movie Bracket

Happy Halloween and welcome to a very spooky episode of the Modern Classics Podcast. To celebrate the Holiday of Horror your hosts have created a 2000's horror movie bracket. Films discussed in this episode include 28 Days Later , Barbarian, The Ring, The Mist, Paranormal Activity and More. Also included in this episode is a quick review of Karyn Kusama's 2015 psychological horror film The Invitation. Make sure to rate, review, and share the show with your friends! Enjoy the episode.

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Skyfall (2012)

The finale for the "Third in A Series" battle saga is here! After "LOTR: Return of the King" scored a perfect 10 its Mike's turn to walk us through his "threequel" pick. Skyfall is perhaps the most renowned Daniel Craig lead 007 film. But does it have what it takes to score 8 or more stars and land on the Modern Classics Greatest Films of The 21 Century list? Want to hear more? Then tune in or miss out like "two rats on an Island" And if you don't get that joke then make sure to watch "Skyfall" before you listen. Available on Amazon Prime now! If you enjoy the show remember to rate, review and follow on social media. INFO BELOW.

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Skyfall (Amazon Prime)

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Lord of The Rings : Return of the King (2003)

It's time to battle and the movie category is "Third In A Series". With so many franchises out there it was a tough choice but ultimatly your hosts landed on a very British double feature with "Lord of The Rings: Return of The King" and the 007 smash hit "Skyfall". On this episode Kendell guides us through Middle Earth and sets us on a course to destroy the one ring to rule them all. It's a very fun episode that is sure to please the biggest fans of the LOTR series and newcomers. But if we do disappoint all we ask is you don't be a "Samwise Ass" in the comments. Come join the show and find out if "Return of the King" scores 8 or more stars to become part of the Modern Classics: Greatest Films of the 21 Century List. Remember to rate, review and follow the show. Also make sure you check back in two weeks to hear the conclusion with the full "Skyfall" breakdown.

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Lord Of The Rings: Return Of The King (Max, Amazon Prime)

What was it like to be in the theater when the first "Lord of the Rings" trailer came on screen...? Who is the best Bond...?

In part one of the "Third in a Series" battle saga hosts Mike and Kendell discuss what the Lord of the Rings and James Bond franchises meant to them as young cinema goers. But not before the grand reveal of the first 20 movies inducted onto the Modern Classics Podcast: Greatest Films of the 21 Century List. Movies discussed include Moonlight, Logan, Parasite, Captain Phillips, V for Vendetta, Children of Men and more.

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