On this Movie Boarding May the 4th Special, we’re diving into Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope—a movie that means a lot to me and has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember.

My friend Abraham is watching it for the very first time… and let’s just say, he’s not exactly blown away by it.

It also got us asking a real question: does this movie feel dated for Gen Z? Watching the Disney+ version, we talk about how some of the later changes feel a little out of place—mixing 1977 practical effects with more modern CGI in a way that can be kind of jarring.

Still, I’ve got to respect that he gave it a real shot.

We talk about what still works, what might feel dated, and how differently this movie can hit depending on when you first experience it.

One of us sees a timeless classic. The other? Not so much.

May the 4th be with you.

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On this episode of Movie Boarding, I sit down with my sister while she was visiting me here in Nashville to dive into the fascinating documentary Tim’s Vermeer. Directed by Teller and starring inventor Tim Jenison, the film explores one man’s obsession with uncovering the secrets behind the paintings of Johannes Vermeer.

We break down the film’s central experiment, the involvement of Penn Jillette, and how the documentary blurs the line between art, science, and pure determination.

Along the way, we get personal—talking about our favorite painters, our own artistic influences, and how creativity shows up in our lives. We also dig into one of the biggest themes the film raises: where exactly is the line between genius, artist, and obsession… and does that line even exist?

It’s part movie discussion, part sibling hangout, and part deep dive into what it really means to create.

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On this episode of Movie Boarding, Second Annual Oscar’s Special, with Gem and Patrick we’re stepping into the golden age of Hollywood with Singin’ in the Rain! We recorded this one remotely over Descript for a fun, energetic breakdown of one of the greatest movie musicals ever made.

I had actually never seen this before until about two weeks ago—and I loved it so much that I knew we had to cover it ASAP. We get into what makes this movie so special, from the iconic musical numbers to the performances that still feel fresh today.

We also talk about some of our favorite musicals and where this one ranks for us. Of course, we spend time diving into Gene Kelly—his intensity, his perfectionism, and whether the stories of how hard he pushed himself (and others) were worth the incredible art that ended up on screen.

And we couldn’t leave without talking about the movie’s lasting legacy—how it continues to influence film, TV, and pop culture, especially movies like La La Land.

This one’s all about celebrating a classic that completely won me over—and honestly, I’m still not over it.

Show notes and corrections

“Oscar-winning movie”

Singin’ in the Rain! did not win any Oscars (2 nominations only)

 “second or third movie ever to have sound”

 Sound films were already established after The Jazz Singer (1927)

“first musical where actors sang live” (Les Misérables)

Not the first—just a modern example that used live on-set singing

I say “Donald O’Connell” when I meant Donald O’Connor

“Carrie died of sleep apnea”
Carrie Fisher died from cardiac arrest with sleep apnea as a contributing factor

“Ben-Hur /Cleopatra… how many people died” Dangerous productions, but no confirmed on-set deaths as implied

Robot Dreams is the silent animated film I was talking about. It was nominated for an academy award but did not win.

No one died making this movie. That was a joke, obviously.

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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.

Ack ack. 🛸

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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