The MacGuffin Guild

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild -- When a machine that allows therapists to enter their patients' dreams is stolen, all Hell breaks loose.  Only a young female can stop it.  And, that is Paprika.

This 2006 Japanese Animation Fantasy stars Megumi Hayashibara, Toru Furuya, Koichi Yamadera and Akio Otsuka. Directed by the legendary Satoshi Kon.

We're gonna talk about the works and tragedy of Satoshi Kon, Subbed vs. Dubbed, confusion in film, dream jokes, the dangers of texting, the connection between dreams and the internet and escapism.

We'll dig into spicy pits, Pat's Sapporo experience, comparisons to Inception, dreams within dreams, Bundy Doors and why 2nd viewings are sometimes REALLY important.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Join us, where dreams, reality and the movies merge... in Paprika.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild -- In the near future, crime is patrolled by a mechanized police force.  In Chappie.

This 2015 Sci-Fi Action Drama stars Sharlto Copley, Dev Patel, Ninja, Yo-Landi Visser, Hugh Jackman, Sigourney Weaver and Jose Pablo Cantillo.  Directed by Neill Blomkamp.

We're gonna talk about the works of Blomkamp, character personas, Chappie's Fears, Auto corrections, Short Circuit and He-Man.

We'll dig into why this film is divisive, the works of Sharlto Copley and Simon Kinberg, whether or not you would ever be transferred into a robot body, Die Antwoord and how Mike experiences reviews.

We'll also get into mullets, family inspired tag lines, Jose Pablo Cantillo, and this film's action sequences and Visual FX.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. I am discovery. I am wonder. We are podcast. He is Chappie.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, five friends go for a break in a remote cabin where they get more than they bargained for, discovering the truth behind The Cabin in the Woods.

This 2011 Horror Mystery Thriller stars Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Fran Kranz, Jesse Williams, Richard Jenkins and Bradley Whitford.  Directed by Drew Goddard.

We're gonna talk about Taglines, the return of Debra, The works of Drew Goddard, the definition of treatise, horror tropes and cliches, and being "Home Aloned" to death.

We'll dig into The Cabin in the Woods' betting board, the coffee mug bong, muscular Jesus, Nancy from Nightmare on Elm Street and the insane kill count.

We'll also get into truth or dare, friend group dynamics, the husband's bulge, pop tarts, mispronouncing 2 syllable names, and if you would kill a friend to save the world.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffins Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. You think you know the story... of The Cabin in the Woods.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, it's truth time! In Mindhorn.

This 2016 Comedy Thriller stars Julian Barratt, Simon Farnaby, Essie Davis, Steve Coogan, Richard McCabe, Andrea Riseborough, Russel Tovey and Simon Callow. Directed by Sean Foley.

We're gonna talk about Julian Barratt, the sounds of Pat eating a meat pie, the Mighty Boosh, the Isle of Man and team dynamics in comedy and music.

We'll dig into Justin's middle name, the works of Essie Davis, our own penis graffiti experiences, nuanced humor and burning britches.

We'll also get into Drinkin' with JJ, The Office, Simon Callow, Mike's managerial history, Pat and Justin's band experiences, whether this film is too highbrow for audiences and the guys will deeply explore how time changes all.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Tough on Crime, easy on the eye... Mindhorn.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, there comes a time when you've got to take a stand. And, that time is now.  In Judgment Night.

This 1993 Action Crime Thriller stars Emilio Esteves, Cuba Gooding Jr, Denis Leary, Stephen Dorff, Jeremy Piven, Peter Greene and Everest. Directed by Stephen Hopkins.

We're gonna talk about the works of Denis Leary, the tagline Justin doesn't like, who Stephen Hopkins wanted for the cast, the legendary Rap Rock soundtrack, and what caused this film to flop.

We'll dig into the details of Alan Silvestri's original score, why you shouldn't travel with Jeremy Piven, the split diopter lens, what's under Michael DeLorenzo's hat and how Adam Carola is involved in all of this.

We'll also get into the works and plight of Kevin Jarre, the time Pat got chased by suspected murderers, Batman Themes, The Fraggleverse and Stephen Hopkins’ loves.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Don't Move, Don't Whisper, Don't Even Breathe.  It's Judgment Night.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're going to prowl the streets of Scotland in search of unsuspecting prey and get Under the Skin.

This 2013 Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller stars Scarlett Johansson, Michael Moreland, Jeremy McWilliams and Adam Pearson. Directed by Jonathan Glazer. With a killer score by Mica Levi.

We're gonna talk about the works of Jonathan Glazer, nudity by A-Listers, Mike's suspense building skills, capturing real human emotion in film and Sandstorm by Darude.

We'll dig into Scarlett Johansson's meme, the jettisoned hooker radar theory, and the wild shit that goes on in the insect kingdom.

We'll also get into meat conveyor belts, bothy's, the mythology of Selkies, human nature, the score by Mika Levi, and one of the most difficult horror scenes to watch... ever.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Come with us on a journey to the heart of what it means to be human, extraterrestrial - or something in between. Under the Skin.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're going to witness the self-proclaimed Greatest Hollywood Martial-Arts Movie ever Made! Karate Killer... Also known as Kill or Be Killed.

This 1976 Action, Adventure, Kung-Fu, Tournament flick stars James Ryan, Norman Coombes, Charlotte Michelle, Danie Du Plessis and Stan Schmidt. It was Directed by Ivan Hall.

We're gonna talk about Karate in the Olympics, Googly Eyes in the Darkness, the ultimate sore loser of all-time and where Mike falls on the Chris Pratt / Clint Howard Scale.

We'll question if Lorraine is alright and if you've ever had to kick a gun out of someones hand. We'll dig into the the definition of sinewy, and how editing is the offensive line of filmmaking.

We'll also get into Karate Kid influence, roundhouse kicks to a piano, dog spit mist, and how difficult it would be to drop a transmission with minimal tools.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. It's not just a challenge... it's the only way to survive! In Karate Killer -- also known as Kill or Be Killed.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're joining Michael, as he discovers a mysterious computer game that uses hypnosis to custom-tailor the most terrifying experience imaginable... in Brainscan.

This 1994 Horror, Sci-Fi classic stars Edward Furlong, Frank Langella, T. Ryder Smith, Amy Hargeaves, Jamie Marsh and David Hemblen. Directed by John Flynn.

We're gonna let talk about Edward Furlong's acting chops, the voice of Igor, Trickster's taste in music and how many cigarette's are in a pack.

We'll discuss Casper Van Deen, pepper shed's, Edward Furlong's Japanese album, "The Trickster" and the Lord of Self-Pleasure.

We'll also get into the works of George S. Clinton, Sweat and Milk, the 80's voyeur trope, Gorebeasts, the information super meat highway, and Justin's style of dress revealing a potential plot hole.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. It's interactive, and state-of-the-art... It's not just a game... it's murder... in Brainscan.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're heading over to Hardbodies to join a few daft gym employees with valuable information for which they don't intend to Burn After Reading.

This 2008 Coen Brothers Dark Comedy Crime Drama stars George Clooney, Frances McDormand, John Malkovich, Tilda Swinton, Brad Pitt and Richard Jenkins.

We're gonna let talk about the work and awards of Francis McDormand, unnecessarily mean reviews, Sledgehammer, the art of the dump and run and Charades with Justin.

We'll discuss Malkovich's rage, Brad Pitt's comedic timing, Pat's Beef with Deborah and the wasp venom coursing through Mike's veins.

We'll also get into the best performances of this film, synonyms for wheelhouse, bad decisions, the pizza thieving ghost and we'll debate which character is the ultimate victim.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Just incase you're worried about the security... of your shit. Be sure to Burn After Reading.

On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're celebrating our 25th episode by letting our hair down, having a few drinks and enjoying "Head" courtesy of the Monkees.

This 1968 Fantasy, Comedy, Musical stars Davy Jones, Peter Tork, Micky Dolenz and Micheal Nesmith. It was written by Jack Nicholson and Bob Rafelson, who also Directed.

We're gonna let loose and talk about the history of The Monkees, real executions in G-Rated Movies, Frank Zappa's musical and physical body and cherry ice cream.

We'll discuss Jack Nicholson's 158 million viewings, the works of Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart, Brutus the Barber Beefcake, and Justin's Points.

We'll also get into the contest that brought this film to the show, the winner Ash, and our very first guest appearance -- featuring Sarah.

I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Join us as we are tossed into a psychedelic, surrealist, plotless, curricular bit of fun fluff -- in The Monkee's 'Head'.