On this episode of Movie Lovers Unite, John is joined by actress and filmmaker Anastasia Elfman to talk about the 1999 horror remake House on Haunted Hill. 👻

We discuss the creepy atmosphere, performances, memorable moments, late 90s horror nostalgia, and whether this cult horror movie still holds up today.

If you’re a fan of horror movie discussions and revisiting cult classics, this episode is for you.

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John and Rossie sit down to review Michael!

First, we give our spoiler-free thoughts on the film, performances, music, emotional moments, and whether the movie lives up to the massive expectations surrounding Michael Jackson’s story.

Then we dive into a full spoiler discussion breaking down the biggest scenes, performances, emotional moments, and what worked (and didn’t work) for us.

Did the movie honor Michael Jackson’s legacy?

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And was this biopic truly worth the wait?

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On this episode of Movie Lovers Unite, John and Rossie take a deep dive into I Swear (2025) — a powerful biographical drama directed by Kirk Jones.

The film follows the real-life story of John Davidson, a Scottish man living with severe Tourette’s syndrome, and the challenges he faces navigating life, identity, and acceptance. This emotional and inspiring story gives us a raw look at perseverance and the strength of the human spirit.

We break down what worked, what stood out, and how the film holds up from a modern-day perspective. Does I Swear deliver as a must-watch drama, or does it fall short?

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On this episode of Movie Lovers Unite, John is joined by the crew from the Back Look Cinema Podcast as they revisit Edward Scissorhands (1990)—one of Tim Burton’s most iconic and emotional films.

We break the film down from a modern perspective and ask the big question… does it still hit the same as it did back then? Or does it hit even harder as an adult?

From Johnny Depp’s unforgettable performance as Edward to Winona Ryder’s role as Kim, we dive into the themes of isolation, acceptance, and what it truly means to be human.

🎬 In this episode, we cover:

• Our first experiences watching Edward Scissorhands
• Scene-by-scene highlights and standout moments
• The emotional impact of the story today
• Behind-the-scenes facts and fun discussion
• Our modern-day ratings

This isn’t just a review—it’s a deep dive into a film that continues to resonate decades later.

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In this episode of Movie Lovers Unite, we revisit the action-packed cult classic Desperado, directed by Robert Rodriguez and starring Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek.

Nearly three decades after its release, does Desperado still hold up as one of the coolest action movies of the 90s? We break down the over-the-top action, the unforgettable guitar case full of weapons, Robert Rodriguez’s signature style, and why this film became such a beloved cult favorite.

Is Desperado still badass… or does it feel like a relic of the 90s action era?

Grab your guitar case and join us as we revisit this explosive classic.

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In this episode of the Movie Lovers Unite Podcast, John and Rossie take a break from reviewing movies to talk about their early impressions of the new game Hell Is Us.

After spending some time with the game, the two dive into an intermission review to discuss what surprised them the most.

In this episode, they talk about:

• Their first impressions of the gameplay

• The mysterious world and atmosphere of Hell Is Us

• What makes the game feel different from other releases

• Whether this could end up being something really special

Did Hell Is Us shock them in a good way, or is it too early to tell?

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Join John along with Jason from the It's Not That Bad Podcast as they thaw out the 1993 sci-fi action classic Demolition Man, starring Sylvester Stallone, Wesley Snipes, and Sandra Bullock.

In this episode, the guys break down one of the wildest futuristic movies of the 90s — a world where crime is illegal, Taco Bell won the Franchise Wars, and nobody knows how to use the three seashells.

They dive into:

• Why Wesley Snipes completely steals the movie as Simon Phoenix

• Stallone trying to survive the strangest future ever imagined

• Sandra Bullock’s hilarious obsession with the 20th century

• The predictions the movie surprisingly got right

• And of course… the mystery of the three seashells

Is Demolition Man just a cheesy 90s action movie, or is it secretly one of the most entertaining sci-fi films of its era?

Grab your rat burger and enhance your calm as John and Jason break down this cult classic on Movie Lovers Unite.

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On this episode of Rossie Talks, Rossie sits down with director Joshua Flores to dive into his film Bliss.

In this exclusive interview, Rossie and Joshua discuss:

• The inspiration behind Bliss

• The deeper themes and meaning of the story

• Behind-the-scenes challenges

• The creative vision and visual storytelling

• What audiences should take away from the film

If you’re a fan of independent filmmaking and powerful storytelling, this conversation is for you.

 

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In this exclusive episode of Movie Lovers Unite, John sits down with comedy legend Wanda Sykes and director Tamika Miller to break down their powerful new film Undercard.

Wanda opens up about what drew her to the role, how she prepared for this layered character, and why this story hits differently. Director Tamika Miller dives into the creative vision behind the film, the emotional themes at its core, and what it took to bring Undercard to life.

From behind-the-scenes stories to meaningful discussions about representation, perseverance, and storytelling — this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

🎬 What inspired the film

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🔥 The message behind Undercard

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n this special 25th anniversary episode of Movie Lovers Unite, John DiGregorio is joined by Anastasia Elfman to revisit the bizarre 2001 cult classic Monkeybone starring Brendan Fraser.

Twenty-five years later, we’re asking the big question: Was Monkeybone ahead of its time… or just pure chaos?

In this episode, John and Anastasia discuss:

• Brendan Fraser’s unforgettable performance

• The surreal nightmare world of Downtown

• The creative risks behind the film

• Why audiences were divided in 2001

• How Monkeybone earned cult status over time

• Whether the film deserves more appreciation today

If you love deep dives into cult classics, anniversary retrospectives, and honest film discussions, this episode is for you.

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