It's all about one thing this week....STAR TREK. The group is back with a discussion about all things Trek, and Jacob is more excited than he's ever been. They start off with a look into some of the older films including The Wrath of Khan, The Voyage Home and The Undiscovered Country. Finally, before diving into the latest entry in the franchise The Talkies take a moment to examine J.J. Abrams 2009 Star Trek film.

In the main review they talk about Star Trek Into Darkness and try to answer an epic question: what the hell was Alice Eve screaming about in that trailer? Take a listen to find out the answer to that and much more, plus discover true love as Jacob gushes over the Star Trek universe.

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With summer right around the corner The Talkies go over their most anticipated films for the months ahead. They chat about Star Trek Into Darkness, Before Midnight, The World's End and much more. Listen and find out if your list matches theirs plus get an answer to the age old question, where does summer end and fall begin?

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The Talkies are at it again as they discuss Marvel movies this week with a familiar guest RaccoonChad of TrollStompGaming.com. They each start off with a personal top 5 of their favorite Marvel superheroes but Alex puts a different spin on hers. Jacob then breaks out his book of Marvel trivia which might have some of the hardest questions known to man. Then they briefly discuss each entry into the Marvel film universe, even the ones we'd all like to forget.

In the main review they examine Iron Man 3 which seems to have the group divided right down the middle. How well does Shane Black's latest film work after The Avengers? Do The Talkies really know anything about Marvel Comics? You'll have to listen for the answers, plus find out why Jacob thinks Iron Man 3 just might be the funniest movie of 2013!

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In this episode The Talkies get together to dissect some films from the mind of Michael Bay. Armageddon is first as they chat about the ensemble cast and just how sound the science of the movie is. Bad Boys II is next, where a few Talkies explain why it is an enjoyable cinematic experience. Also, since you can’t talk about Michael Bay and not mention giant robots, they discuss Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

In the main review, Pain and Gain brings into question Bay’s sense of humor, but there is one Talkie that is giddy with excitement. You’ll have to take a listen to find out who it is and how that sits with the rest of the group!

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Reviews:

[07:50] Armageddon

[22:14] Bad Boys II

[31:30] Transformer: Dark of the Moon

[49:29] Pain and Gain

In this weeks episode RaccoonChad of TrollStompGaming.com is back again to discuss all things Tom Cruise as they chip away at his sci-fi films. First up is an in-depth discussion of Vanilla Sky and its noteworthy ending. Next is Minority Report where Jacob and Alex share a rare moment and agree on something. The gang take a break to play Double Feature, a game Long has been dying to host.

Then, War of the World’s begs the question, just what the hell was Tim Robbins doing in that movie? In the final review Oblivion sparks an array of opinions but the group can agree on one thing, it looks great! Take a listen and find out if T. Cruise is still worthy of being the action star we all love to hate.

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[01:30] Vanilla Sky

[21:10] Minority Report

[41:24] War of the Worlds

[57:00] Oblivion

This week a somber Jacob opens the show with a sad story concerning the whereabouts of his new phone, and also a quick review of Danny Boyle’s latest, Trance. As it turns out he may have more in common with James McAvoy’s character than you think. The Talkies then move into an in-depth review of the documentary Room 237, which brings into question its universal praise.

The group then chats about what they’ve been watching including Unforgiven, Smashed, 28 Hotel Rooms and The Hunger Games. In the main review they discuss The Place Beyond the Pines and the visual style of director Derek Cianfrance. Tune into find out which picks from their grab bag episode hit their mark!

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[10:20] Room 237

[28:22] What we've been watching

- Unforgiven

- Bachelorette

- Smashed

- 28 Hotel Rooms

- The Hunger Games

[53:09] The Place Beyond the Pines

In this bonus episode the gang sits down to talk about season 2 of Girls. They discuss the main gripes people have with the new season and what their takes are on the shift in tone as well as some of their favorite episodes. Listen as they gush over their love of Adam and possible hatred of another character.

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It’s all about horror this week as The Talkies explore Sam Raimi’s The Evil Dead franchise. Long and Jacob discuss their love for Raimi and his classic horror films, while Alex tries to dissect why she just can’t stand the man.

In the main review they move on to the latest entry in the franchise, Evil Dead. With Raimi stepping out of the director’s chair will Alex hop on board? Will Evil Dead dazzle or frustrate fans of the series? Take a listen to find out the answers.

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Show Notes:

[08:27] The Evil Dead

[25:40] Evil Dead 2

[40:00] Army of Darkness

[53:12] Evil Dead

It's all about girl power when The Talkies are joined by Jacob's sister, Emily Rosok. With another female perspective in the mix they discuss movies starring some crazy young ladies. The group dives into Ghost World, Girl Interrupted and--much to a few Talkies' dismay--Sucker Punch.

The main review brings a spirited discussion of Harmony Korine's latest Spring Breakers. They dissect Korine's unique visual style and intriguing musical choices. Tune in to find out just how dirty Vanessa Hudgens is and why this might be James Franco's performance of a lifetime.

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Show Notes:

[05:48] - Girl, Interrupted

[20:56] - Ghost World

[34:30] - Sucker Punch

[54:30] - Spring Breakers

In this week's episode The Talkies gather ‘round to discuss some of their favorite documentaries, but before that Jacob oozes with excitement as he reads their first piece of listener mail. Then each Talkie goes over their personal lists of top 5 documentaries leading up to an in-depth discussion of American Movie, We Live in Public and Exit Through the Gift Shop.

In the main review the group examines the recent documentary Searching for Sugar Man. Tune in to find out of this Oscar winner and critical darling lives up to the hype or doesn't quite hit it’s mark.

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Show Notes:

[03:24] Top 5 Documentaries

[11:14] American Movie

[21:12] We Live in Public

[30:50] Exit Through The Gift Shop

[38:50] Searching for Sugar Man