Not a Bomb

Welcome back to the Not A Bomb podcast, the show where we tackle cinema’s biggest box office failures and decide if they deserve a second chance.

The guys continue their journey of some of the biggest box office failures of 2024. In this week’s episode, they discuss the prequel to one of the greatest action films of all time: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Brad and Troy also continue their tradition of inviting a guest onto the show only to critique their cinematic tastes. For this post-apocalyptic bomb, the guest is Kevin, one of the hosts of Raiders of the Podcast. The gang examines why Furiosa failed to resonate with audiences, whether Anya Taylor-Joy was the right choice for the title character, and if Dementus is simply a pretentious charlatan.

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is directed by George Miller and stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke, and Alyla Browne

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Cast: Brad, Troy, Kevin

The podcast where we tackle cinema’s biggest box office failures and decide if they deserve a second chance.

“Would a robot ever dream of leaving the stars behind?” This week, Troy and Brad explore one of 2024’s most ambitious animated flops—Mars Express! Joining the discussion is director, editor, writer, and most importantly - friend of the podcast, Michael Neel, ready to break down this cyberpunk noir. The gang dives deep into the tangled mysteries of Mars, dissecting everything from brain farming conspiracies to the bittersweet android-human partnership at the film’s core.

Before jumping into the main discussion, Michael talks about his own film, Infinite Santa 8000, and provides the guys a unique perspective on the creative process.

Is Mars Express a modern Blade Runner or just another confusing space odyssey? Did the film’s heady themes and experimental animation scare off audiences? Directed by Jérémie Périn and featuring stunning visuals alongside a complex narrative, Mars Express might just deserve a ticket back to theaters—or does it? Tune in and find out!

Don’t forget to check out our Not A Bomb Tee Public store for all your Martian-themed merch! As always, we love your feedback, so hit us up at [email protected] or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Let’s keep saving cinema’s forgotten treasures together.

Head over to InfiniteSanta.com to learn everything about the project and how to purchase the film. It has a slipcover!

Cast: Brad, Troy, Michael Neel

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we explore some of cinema’s biggest box failures and decide if they deserve a second chance.

“He was in the Amazon with my mom when she was researching spiders before she died.” The time has finally come as Troy and Brad discuss one of the biggest bombs of 2024 - Madame Web. No review of Madame Web would be complete without superfan - Jose from Watch Skip Plus, and his vast knowledge is put to the test as Troy and Brad have so many questions. Madame Web is a maddening comic book film short on plot but heavy on exposition. Do the spider-women ever get their powers? Is Dakota Johnson an alien or a robot? Why is the villain clearly ADR’d? Did Pepsi sponsor this movie as anti-Coke Cola propaganda? Listen and find out!

Madame Web is directed by S. J. Clarkson and stars Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, Isabela Merced, Celeste O’Connor, Tahar Rahim, Mike Epps, Emma Roberts, and Adam Scott.

Not A Bomb has has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Cast: Brad, Troy, Jose

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we explore some of cinema’s biggest box failures and decide if they deserve a second chance.

The fires of history still burn bright, and the lads of Not A Bomb are here to stoke them with tales of valor and defiance. This week, the spotlight falls on the dashing duo of Mr. Boxer-Dropper himself, Henry Cavill, and his stalwart ally Alan Ritchson, as they bring to life The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare!

Directed by the ever-reliable Guy Ritchie, this cinematic triumph thrusts us into the daring exploits of Operation Postmaster—a secret mission that turned the tide against tyranny on the Spanish island of Fernando Po during the Second World War. With action and intrigue dripping from every frame, this film rekindles the spirit of resistance that defined the Greatest Generation.

Though the box office may not yet reflect its worth, the critical battle has been won, with audiences and critics alike singing its praises. Is this just another pretender in the crowded field of WWII adventures, or does it cement its place as a true monument to courage and cunning?

Join the ranks, watch the film, and decide for yourself—because history isn't just remembered, it's relived!

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is directed by Guy Ritchie and stars Henry Cavill, Eiza Gonzalez, Alan Ritchson, Alex Pettyfer, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Babs Olusanmokun, Henrique Zaga, Til Schweiger, Henry Golding, and Cary Elwes.

Not A Bomb has has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Cast: Brad, Troy

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we explore some of cinema’s biggest box failures and decide if they deserve a second chance.

Look out, Vault Hunters, ‘cause the “Bombs of 2024” have “clapped” their way over to Pandora for the hot mess express that is... Borderlands! Based on the billion-dollar game series we all know and love (or, like, kinda tolerate), this movie decides to take everything that makes Borderlands epic—yes, I'm talkin' guns, humor, awesome visuals—and toss it all in a dumpster fire! Hope you came for laughs? NOPE! Hoping for gun-toting, loot-lovin' action? AS IF! How about jaw-dropping visuals? PSYCH!

But don’t worry! Not a Bomb is here to help you trudge through this nightmare. We’ve got the awesome Mike McGranaghan from “The Aisle Seat” joining in on the chaos. Can this movie offer anything to the fans? Or is it just another facepalm on Pandora? You’ll have to tune in to find out!

Borderlands is directed by Eli Roth and stars Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Edgar Ramirez, Ariana Greenblatt, Florian Munteanu, Gina Gershon, and Jamie Lee Curtis.

Mike McGranaghan, is a member of the Critics Choice Association and the Online Film Critics Society. His reviews appear weekly on the radio stations of Sunbury Broadcasting Corporation. His work also regularly appears at Ranker. He is the author of two books, Straight-Up Blatant and My Year of Chevy: One Guy's Journey Through the Filmography of Chevy Chase. You can also find all of Mike’s reviews over at www.aisleseat.com.

Not A Bomb has has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Cast: Brad, Troy, Mike McGranaghan

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we explore some of cinema’s biggest box failures and decide if they deserve a second chance.

Not A Bomb is officially kicking off its "Bombs of 2024" month, and they might be starting with one of the best films of the year: The Last Stop in Yuma County. Highly recommended by a loyal friend of the podcast, Randy, this film brings a fresh take on the neo-noir genre. Seriously, stop whatever you’re doing, watch this movie, and then come back to listen. The team at Not A Bomb can’t praise this film enough!

The Last Stop in Yuma County is directed by Francis Galluppi and stars Jim Cummings, Jocelin Donahue, Sierra McCormick, Nicholas Logan, Michael Abbott Jr., Connor Paolo, Alex Essoe, Robin Barlett, Jon Proudstar, Sam Huntington, Ryan Masson, Barbara Crampton, Gene Jones, Fazion Love, and Richard Brake

Not A Bomb has has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Cast: Brad, Troy

Welcome to your favorite spooky podcast about some of scariest cinematic bombs!

On this week’s thrilling episode, the gang bids a bittersweet farewell to the spookiest season of the year—yes, Spooktober is coming to a close. But hold on to your hats, folks, because this episode might have more tricks than treats! Our intrepid crew takes us deep into the realm of science fiction as they discuss the 2007 horror film The Invasion. Now, this motion picture marks the fourth cinematic adaptation of the 1955 novel “The Body Snatchers,” and stars none other than Nicole Kidman, alongside a pre-007 Daniel Craig, as they battle a world teeming with—you guessed it—body-snatching aliens!

Joining the crew for this out-of-this-world discussion is Sammy from the GGTMC, and let me tell you, folks, things get wild fast. The conversation spirals into a chaotic frenzy—one so bizarre, it’s been described as, and I quote, ‘like someone farting into your can of oatmeal.’ Now, if that doesn’t paint a picture, I don’t know what will!

So, dim the lights and prepare yourself for this light-hearted yet outlandish dive into The Invasion. It's all happening on the Not A Bomb Podcast—where absurdity reigns supreme, and the scares? Well, they're a little less than terrifying. Stay tuned!

The Invasion is directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel and stars Nicole Kidman, Daniel Craig, Jeremy Northam, and Jeffery Wright.

Not A Bomb just launched new designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We value your feedback and suggestions. If you have a cinematic flop, you'd like us to discuss, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what keep us going. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

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Cast: Brad, Troy, Sammy

Welcome back to the most ghoulish podcast about some of your favorite cinematic bombs

Spooky season is officially here, and Troy and Brad are diving headfirst into the blaxploitation horror classic, Bones, from 2001. Featuring the one and only D-O-Double-G, Snoop Dogg, alongside the iconic Pam Grier, this film delivers a powerful exploration of urban life, drug culture, and the bold declaration of “killing the white people first!” It’s a gritty horror experience that packs a punch.

With Pam Grier at the helm, you know you're in for a treat. Bones may be an often-overlooked gem of the early 2000s, but don't let its surface-level charm fool you—after our discussion, you might just find it’s Not A Bomb.

The film proudly wears its Italian horror influences, drawing inspiration from the likes of Dario Argento and Lucio Fulci. (So don't tell, Brad) So grab your popcorn, dim the lights, and get ready for a thrilling ride through this captivating urban nightmare.

Bones is directed by Ernest Dickerson and stars Snoop Dogg (Two G’s), Pam Grier, Khalil Kain, Clifton Powell, Bianca Lawson, and Michael T. Weiss.

Not A Bomb has has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Cast: Brad, Troy

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we dive into some of cinema's biggest box office failures and explore whether they deserve a second chance!

As the spooky season unfolds, Troy and Brad tackle the supernatural horror film of 2023, The Exorcist: Believer. This sixth installment in the Exorcist series, directed by David Gordon Green, treats horror fans as if they’ve never experienced a well-crafted scare before. It’s baffling how a film can simultaneously recycle horror clichés while attempting to address themes of faith with all the finesse of a sledgehammer. Let’s face it: this movie is a mess, and the guys don’t hold back in their critique, exposing the film’s glaring flaws and their hatred of David Gordon Green. Save yourself the frustration; instead of subjecting yourself to this cinematic disappointment, seek out a genuinely good horror film that respects the genre, your intelligence, and your time.

The Exorcist: Believer is directed by David Gordon Green and stars Leslie Odom Jr., Lidya Jewett, Olivia O’Neill, Jennifer Nettles, Norbert Leo Butz, Ann Dowd, and Ellen Burstyn

Not A Bomb has has plenty of spooky designs in our Merch store! Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Cast: Brad, Troy

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! This is the podcast where we dive into some of cinema's biggest box office failures and explore whether they deserve a second chance!

Spooky season has arrived, and what’s more haunting than films that flopped at the box office? We’re kicking off Spooktober with Troy’s favorite actor, Tom Cruise, and his 2017 fantasy action-adventure The Mummy. Joined by frequent guest Sammy of the GGTMC, the crew gets “wrapped up” in a lively discussion. Troy quizzes the gang on their favorite Cruise movies (no shame here!), and they dive deep into some lesser-known gems from the actor’s career. Eventually, they unravel the mystery of The Mummy itself—packed with all the classic Tom Cruise charm. With a mere 15% on Rotten Tomatoes and the title of Cruise’s lowest-rated film, could The Mummy actually be “Not A Bomb”? Tune in and find out!

The Mummy (2017) is directed Alex Kurtzman and stars Tom Cruise, Annabelle Wallis, Sofia Boutella, Jake Johnson, Courtney B. Vance, Marwan Kenzari and Russell Crowe

Not A Bomb has just unveiled new designs in our Merch store! We're thrilled to share these with you. Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check them out. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!

We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at [email protected] or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Cast: Brad, Troy