A sequel to one of the most beloved films ever. A sequel that most people don't even realize exists. Why wasn't Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny better? Why wasn't it a bigger deal than it was? Nothing about it adds up. Patrick and Anton try to figure out one of the most challenging films they've ever covered.

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One of the most controversial films of its era was released just over twenty years ago. Should it be considered as such? The Mel Gibson of it all certainly added fuel to the fire. Guest Nathan Perry returns to the podcast to discuss The Passion of the Christ.

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Marvel decided to give the Hulk one more go with the newly-formed MCU in 2008. Edward Norton's involvement had everyone excited. Yet it turned out to be the Marvel movie that Marvel doesn't want anything to do with. Why wasn't it better? Guest Ryan Moran returns to the podcast to share his thoughts on The Incredible Hulk.

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The first part of our Hulk double feature. An auteur like Ang Lee doing a superhero movie was a very big deal in 2003. Everyone expected great things from this. Most agree that it failed. But why? Garret Ohringer returns to the podcast to defend Hulk.

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A listener request! Someone reminded us that we need to cover a traditional Disney animated film, so here's one of their lesser known, least successful efforts. Atlantis: The Lost Empire was supposed to take Disney in a new direction. Instead it got swallowed up at the box office in the summer of 2001. Like all Disney flops, it has its fans. Patrick and Anton discuss.

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It's the thirtieth anniversary of True Lies! And it's finally coming to 4k. Arnold Schwarzenegger and James Cameron teamed up again to give us one of the most famous action movies of its era. Jamie Lee Curtis gave one us one of her best performances. Tom Arnold gave us his best work. How does it stack up after thirty years? Guest Sean O'Connor returns to the podcast to talk about one of his favorite action movies.

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James Cameron has finally made The Abyss available in a proper 4k format! We decided to cover it in honor of this esteemed event. This overlong, over-budget underwater adventure was Cameron's only real commercial disappointment, but it's beloved by its fans. Does it deserve classic status?

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When American and Soviet spacecraft go missing, James Bond brings his talents to Japan to prevent World War III. Sean Connery was growing tired of the role by this point. You Only Live Twice provided a lot of material for Austin Powers and other parodies. It's equally silly and iconic. Should it have been better? Veteran guest Peter Baldeo shares his thoughts on his first experience with You Only Live Twice.
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Here's an underrated romance-ish film for Valentine's Day. The rare remake that succeeded! The Thomas Crown Affair is in some ways the best James Bond movie that Pierce Brosnan was never in. He had some serious chemistry with Rene Russo. It ended up being John McTiernan's final quality contribution to cinema. Some traditionalists will tell you it's unworthy of the Thomas Crown name. Don't listen to them. Patrick and Anton discuss.

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The most financially successful biopic ever was brought to us by none other than Christopher Nolan. Cillian Murphy was given his first starring role, headlining an all star cast that includes Robert Downey Jr, Matt Damon, and Emily Blunt. Oppenheimer has been heralded by many as Nolan's best work and it's getting all the awards buzz. Could it have been better? First time guest Zion Parker joins the podcast to share his thoughts.

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