On this episode of Movie Boarding, recorded on Descript, I’m joined by Lori and Sarah — aka the Zertuche Sisters — we watch and discuss Everest (2015), the intense survival drama directed by Baltasar Kormákur, based on the real 1996 Mount Everest disaster.

Sarah and Lori share a recent winter adventure from their vacation in Morocco, which was the reason I chose this movie for them. We dive into survival, obsession, and why humans feel the need to stand on top of the world. We break down the brutal conditions, the human decisions that have a butterfly effect, and how the movie captures the thin line between “courage” and catastrophe.

Why do thrill seekers do what they do? Is it ego? Purpose? Escape? Or is it something deeper — something most of us secretly understand?

From frozen fingers to frozen ambitions, this episode climb sinto the psychology of risk, and what it really means to chase the summit.

The film stars: Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Hawkes, Robin Wright, Keira Knightley, Sam Worthington, Emily Watson, and Michael Kelly

Corrections:

• 1996 Everest Disaster death toll. The “five” number mentioned in discussion underestimates the actual toll. 8 climbers died during the May 10–11, 1996 storm. 12 climbers died total during the 1996 Everest season.

• The movie was released in 2015 not 2013 like I mentioned a few times.

• Sherpas earned significantly less than Western guides. Many made only a few thousand dollars per season. While good money locally, it involved extreme risk and dangerous working conditions.

• Mexico City sits at approximately 7,350 feet (2,240 meters) above sea level. not two miles like mentioned. Two miles high would be 10,560 feet.

• Machu Picchu sits at approximately 7,970 feet (2,430 meters) above sea level.

• Lori mentioned they were at 7,000 meters while in Morocco. But 7,000 meters equals 22,965 feet. That is near extreme high-altitude / Everest-level conditions. So definitely not 7,000 meters. She probably meant feet.

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On this reverse episode of Movie Boarding, I’m joined by my friend Connor and former Co-Heart, who insisted—borderline demanded—that I finally watch Everything Everywhere All at Once. I went in completely blind… and I’m so glad we did.

We break down just how incredible this movie is, from its wild multiverse chaos to its deeply human core. Our conversation dives into the film’s powerful themes: parents living through their children, the weight and expectations that come with having immigrant parents, and how mental health struggles are woven into the story in a way that feels both overwhelming and strangely comforting.

We also talk about the movie’s heavy nihilism—and why, instead of being depressing, it actually felt reassuring. In a universe where nothing matters, kindness, love, and connection might matter the most.

We spend time praising the absolutely incredible, Oscar-winning performances, especially Michelle Yeoh as Evelyn Wang, Ke Huy Quan as Waymond Wang, and Stephanie Hsu as Joy / Jobu Tupaki. Each performance brings depth, vulnerability, humor, and heartbreak, grounding the film’s insanity in something profoundly real. Their work is a huge reason this movie resonates as deeply as it does.

Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert (collectively known as the Daniels), this film is a wild, emotional, genre-defying experience—and one of the most original movies we’ve talked about on the show.

Multiverses, meaning, family, and chaos. It’s funny, emotional, absurd, and profound all at once. Enjoy.

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On this episode of Movie Boarding, I’m joined by my former cohort Connor Beene, a.k.a. Bean Boy, to get abducted by Tim Burton’s wildly chaotic sci-fi satire Mars Attacks!

We dive into how aggressively overstimulating the movie is—rapid cuts, loud gags, nonstop visual noise, and that unmistakable Burton weirdness turned up to eleven. We also break down the absolutely stacked cast, which somehow feels less like a traditional ensemble and more like an endless parade of cameos, with major stars popping in just long enough to make you say, “Wait… is that—?”

Along the way, we talk about tone, satire, whether the madness actually works, and how Mars Attacks! fits into the strange corner of ’90s blockbuster filmmaking where studios let directors get very weird.

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Director

• Tim Burton

• Jack Nicholson – President James Dale / Art Land

• Glenn Close – First Lady Marsha Dale

• Annette Bening – Barbara Land

• Pierce Brosnan – Professor Donald Kessler

• Danny DeVito – Rude Gambler

• Martin Short – Press Secretary Jerry Ross

• Sarah Jessica Parker – Nathalie Lake

• Michael J. Fox – Jason Stone

• Rod Steiger – General Decker

• Pam Grier – Louise Williams

• Natalie Portman – Taffy Dale

• Lukas Haas – Richie Norris

• Tom Jones – Himself

• Jim Brown – Byron Williams

• Jonathan Gems (screenplay)

• Based on the Topps “Mars Attacks” trading cards created by Len Brown

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On this episode of Movie Boarding, Tony and I take flight with the brand-new Superman (2025) movie! Recorded over Descript, this one’s a little different — we did the interview segment all at once. Even though Tony hadn’t seen the film yet, we watched it beforehand and had plenty to say.

We dive into our top five comic book movies, share our personal history with Superman, and discuss why this might be the best Superman movie ever made. Plus, we talk about what this means for the future of the DCU — and why, for once, we’re feeling optimistic.

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• James Gunn – Director, Writer, Producer
• Peter Safran – Producer
• Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen.
• Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher
• María Gabriela de Faría as Angela Spica / The Engineer.
• David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman
• Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane
• Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor
• Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl (Kendra Saunders)
• Edi Gathegi as Mr. Terrific (Michael Holt)
• Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho (Rex Mason)
• Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner / Green Lantern
• Wendell Pierce as Perry White
• Pruitt Taylor Vince as Jonathan “Pa” Kent
• Neva Howell as Martha “Ma” Kent

  
  

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On this episode of Movie Boarding, recorded on Descript, we all movie board ourselves and to dive into TRON: Ares — the long-awaited continuation of the digital frontier. Directed by Joachim Rønning (Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales) and starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Arturo Castro, Hasan Minhaj and Gillian Anderson, this new installment pushes the Grid to a brave new world

We talk about our expectations going in versus reality — and how the film surpassed them with stunning visuals, philosophical themes, and a pulsing Nine Inch Nails soundtrack that elevates every frame. We also touch on a few continuity hiccups from the 3 films, we share what we’d love to see in future TRON installments, and we have a candid discussion about the allegations surrounding Jared Leto — asking the question: Can we separate the art from the artist?

Plug in, power up, and get ready to get sucked in to the Grid with Movie Boarding.

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On this episode of Movie Boarding, we’re diving back into the digital frontier with the original Tron (1982).

In a twist on our usual format, Jose and I are stepping into the grid for the very first time, while Tony—our resident Tron veteran—guides us through. We talk about our love for Tron: Legacy and its unforgettable Daft Punk soundtrack, share our favorite video game movies, and reflect on how surprisingly impressive the original Tron turned out to be.

We had always heard that Tron OG was “very much of its time” — and it absolutely is — but we found ourselves enjoying it far more than expected. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the series, plug in and join us for this neon-lit ride through cyberspace. Bio digital jazz, man!!

First part recorded live and together. Second recorded over the internet.

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On this episode my friend Patrick and his wife came down to Nashville, so I lined up a movie I’ve loved for years: It Might Get Loud (2008), directed by Davis Guggenheim (An Inconvenient Truth). The film brings together three iconic guitarists—Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin, The Edge of U2, and Jack White of The White Stripes—and strips away the noise to focus on their stories, sounds, and philosophies on music.

I chose this one partly because it’s one of my favorites, but also because I knew Pat isn’t exactly a Jack White fan… and he didn’t realize Jack was one of the stars. Perfect setup.

In this episode, we talk about our own musical influences, the so-called “death of the guitar,” and our favorite guitarists and artist in general we’ve learned to appreciate. We also debate what a sequel could look like—who should be cast, and how today’s guitar scene could carry the torch from Page, Edge, and White.

It’s a mix of movie talk, music nostalgia, and a little friendly trolling—exactly what Movie Boarding is all about.

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On this very special episode of Movie Boarding, we’re bringing you our second-ever Spanglish episode — and the second one featuring my mom as a guest. Together, we dive into the 2014 animated film Mr. Peabody & Sherman, a movie that sparks conversations about time travel, our favorite childhood cartoons, and the powerful role parents (or any invested caregiver) play in shaping a child’s development. It doesn’t have to be blood — love, guidance, and support can come from anyone who truly cares. We also reflect on the universal desire to give our children the very best.

The first half of our discussion comes from a backup recording (because I forgot to press record on the main track — oops!), while the second half continues with the regular recorder.

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About the Film:

• Director: Rob Minkoff (The Lion King, Stuart Little)

• Writers: Craig Wright (screenplay), based on the characters by Jay Ward

• Cast:

  • Ty Burrell as Mr. Peabody

  • Max Charles as Sherman

  • Ariel Winter as Penny Peterson

  • Allison Janney as Ms. Grunion

  • Stephen Colbert as Paul Peterson

  • Leslie Mann as Patty Peterson

  • Stanley Tucci as Leonardo da Vinci

  • Patrick Warburton as Agamemnon

Join us for laughs, nostalgia, heartfelt reflections, and of course — some animated time-traveling adventures!

#movieboarding #peabodyandsherman #averyspecialepisode #mamasboy #beautifulboy #moviepod #filmpodcast #dreamworkanimation

On this episode, my cousin Leslie (all the way from Sacramento on Zoom) and I, dive into the Disney classic Heavy Weights! Recorded we reminisce about the joys of growing up in the ‘90s, share family stories, and embrace all the nostalgia that comes with childhood summers, big back activities, our favorite 90's shows/movies and 90's nostalgia.

We break down the iconic performances of Ben Stiller, Tom Hodges, Aaron Schwartz, and Paul Feig before we became a famous director. From hilarious camp antics to the unforgettable energy of the ‘90s, this episode is packed with laughs, memories, and heartfelt nostalgia.

Whether you grew up with Heavy Weights or are discovering it for the first time, come hang out with us as we celebrate family, fun, and the quirks of growing up in the ‘90s! Judd Apatow’s Credits

• Correction: Apatow had nothing to do with Old School (2003). That movie was directed by Todd Phillips. Apatow’s early writing/producing credits include The Ben Stiller Show, The Larry Sanders Show, and The 40-Year-Old Virgin, not Old School.

• Correction: Little Giants (1994) was produced by Warner Bros. and Amblin Entertainment, not Disney.

• Eric Estrada is Puerto Rican, not Filipino

• The original Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale is Danish, not Dutch, but in the animated film, Eric’s kingdom is fictional.

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On this episode of Movie Boarding, recorded live inNashville during Patrick and Gem’s vacation visit, we swing into the jungle with 1995’s Congo—the wild techno-thriller based on the novel by Michael Crichton and directed by Frank Marshall. Starring Laura Linney, Dylan Walsh, Ernie Hudson, Tim Curry (doing something with that accent), special cameo by Delroy Lindo, and a whole lot of aggressive gray gorillas, this episode explores the madness, the science, and the nostalgia of a truly bonkers adventure. We talk gorilla facts. We dive into the wild idea of a Michael Crichton Cinematic Universe (MCCU?). And of course—we dig into the JurassicPark film series, in anticipation of the upcoming Jurassic World movie.

Whether you loved Congo for its camp, Amy the talkinggorilla, or just want to hear Patrick and I try to defend this film with a straight face, this one’s a roaring good time.

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Also, shoutout to my favorite podcast and the one that gaveme the inspiration to start my own movie podcast James (Mr. Sunday Movies) and Maso from the Weekly Planet Podcast

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