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In this episode of The Backseat Critics, the best Portland based movie review podcast, we explore the bonkers universe where animatronics come to life and start killing people at "legally not Chuck-e-Cheese". Our hosts tackle the FNAF film with ridiculous theories, animatronic antics, and plenty of laughs. Join us for a night of absurdity as we try to keep away from actually discussing this movie.

00:00 - Intro
04:00 - News - new Doug cartoon
15:03 - Jim Henson Creature Shop worked on this movie
16:12 - Second Movie, and how scary is this anyways?
18:45 - Freetalk
26:04 - Top Three Horror Movies
34:39 - Final Thoughts

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Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

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• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
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Well, this week on The Backseat Critics: Movie Review Podcast, we're in for a real treat as we summon the ghost of '90s made-for-TV movies with "Halloweentown" (1996). Get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the mystical land of comically absurd creatures and low-budget magic. Join us as we revel in the over-the-top performances, cringe-worthy special effects, and a plot that's as convincing as a ghost in a bedsheet. "Halloweentown" truly raises the bar for, um, unique cinematic experiences, and you'll be left questioning if it's a Halloween movie or an elaborate prank. So, if you're in the mood for some spooktacular sarcasm and cheesy charm, this one's for you!

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Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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Today we are talking the 2019 Lovecraftian sci-fi/horror: Color Out of Space, starring Nicholas Cage and some llamas! 

00:00 - Intro/News
09:29 - One Minute Summary/Overview
13:34 - Characters
21:03 - Scenes
29:38 - Top Mutations
39:24 - Final Thoughts

Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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Welcome to The Backseat Critics the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cinematic "genius."  Join us as we dissect every glorious moment of this masterpiece, from its over-the-top kills to its dramatic showdown between two of the most iconic villains in horror history. We'll also explore the film's unintentional comedy, discuss its place in the horror genre, and of course. So grab your popcorn and get ready for a hilariously entertaining critique of a film that's anything but a masterpiece!

Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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Hold onto your steering wheels, folks, because Fast 10 is here to push the boundaries of logic and storytelling like never before! Vying for that Oscar. Get ready for a turbocharged overdose of numbing plot twists, plot holes big enough to drive a tank through, and characters with more lives than a cat on a hot pursuit. MORE PEOPLE RETURN FROM THE DEAD.

Vin Diesel as Dominic Toretto
Michelle Rodriguez as Letty Ortiz
Tyrese Gibson as Roman Pearce
Ludacris as Tej Parker
John Cena as Jakob Toretto
Jordana Brewster as Mia Toretto
Charlize Theron as Cipher
Helen Mirren as Magdalene Shaw
Sung Kang as Han Lue

00:00 - Intro
01:45 - New Topics - Disneyland Expanding
02:45 - Ooga Booga Bash
05:11 - Two Minute Summary
06:45 - Characters
13:00 Scenes
26:21 - What?!
39:20 - Final Thoughts

Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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In this episode of The Backseat Critics featuring Jordan from Beach Bums Never Die, we take on the wildly entertaining world of "TMNT: Mutant Mayhem." As we break down the film's over-the-top action sequences, quirky characters, and unique humor, we can't help but chuckle at the sheer audacity of it all. So tune in for a lighthearted review that explores the fun side of this mutant turtle adventure.

Find Jordan at:
Jordan's Instagram
Beach Bums Never Die Instagram
Beach Bums Never Die Website

Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Intro + Jordan
• 05:28 - Two Minute Summary
• 06:58 - Quiz Question
• 09:29 - Characters
• 25:00 - Scenes
• 41:25 - WHAT?! Moments
• 59:47 - Final Thoughts/Outro

Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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Well, well, well, brace yourselves for a truly "elemental" experience in this episode. Pixar's "Elemental" is here to dazzle us with its groundbreaking take on, you guessed it, the elements! Get ready for a rollercoaster as we dissect the film's remarkable ability to turn something as simple as water, earth, fire, and air into a profound, life-altering journey (or so they say). Join us as we explore the thrilling adventure of characters who possess all the depth of a puddle and a plotline that may just make you question your own existence. Grab some popcorn, folks – this one's going to be a disaster!

Leah Lewis - Ember
Mamoudou Athie - Wade
Catherine O'Hara - Brook Ripple
Wendi McLendon-Covey - Gale Cumulus
Mason Wertheimer - Clod
Joe Pera - Fern

00:00 - Intro
08:11 - Characters
14:02 - Scenes
20:30 - WHAT?! Moments
30:41 - Final Thoughts

Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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 Welcome back to another episode of The Backseat Critics, where we take a deep dive into the world of "meh" cinema and dissect the blockbusters with unfiltered honesty. In this episode, we're strapping ourselves in for a bumpy ride as we rev up our engines to discuss the much-hyped Fast Saga franchise, a series that has taken the term "fast and furious" to new low extremes.

Vin Diesel as Dom Toretto
Michelle Rodriguez as Letty Ortiz
Tyrese Gibson as Roman Pearce
Ludacris as Tej Parker
Jordana Brewster as Mia Toretto
John Cena as Jakob Toretto
Charlize Theron as Cipher
Helen Mirren as Magdalene Shaw
Kurt Russell as Mr. Nobody
Nathalie Emmanuel as Ramsey
Sung Kang as Han Lue

00:00 - Intro
01:27 - Disney under construction
05:41 - Celeb skipping lines
07:34 - Two Minute Summary
09:10 - Characters
16:33 - Scenes
28:35 - What?! Moments
37:16 - Final Thoughts

Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.

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Prepare to be transported into a world where the past and present collide, and where the spirits of the mansion hold more than just memories. Join us on this spectral journey as we offer our unfiltered opinions, reviews, and final verdict on "Haunted Mansion" (2023). Whether you're a fan of the original attraction, the previous film adaptation, or simply love a good ghost story, this episode will be your guide through the twists and turns of the spectral narrative.

LaKeith Stanfield as Ben Mathias
Tiffany Haddish as Harriet
Owen Wilson as Father Kent
Jamie Lee Curtis as Madame Leota
Danny Devito as Professor
Rosario Dawson as Gabbie

00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:45 - Trevor Intro/Haunted Mansion Facts, history, and lore
00:05:51 - Today's Lineup and seasonal decor at Disney.
00:12:13 - Quiz Question
00:12:53 - Disney underpaying actors
00:18:00  - Disney card game being sued
00:20:47 - Two Minute Summary ft. Trevor
00:23:37 - Characters
00:36:15 - Scenes
00:51:02 - What?! Moments
01:02:16 - Final Thoughts

Support the show

Hosted by Andrew and RJ, this Portland-based movie review podcast blends sharp takes, nostalgic dives, and unfiltered banter. Whether you're a cinephile or just here for the chaos, we've got movies covered — one awkward laugh at a time. Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes on cult classics, overlooked gems, and everything in between.

Be sure to hit like if you like this podcast.

• Email us at: [email protected]
• Find us on Instagram at TheBackseatCritics. 
• Follow us @BackseatCritics  on Twitter.

Also be sure to follow our friends over at Play No Games Podcast on YouTube. They are also on Instagram @lookhere.playnogamespod.