Middle Class Film Class

On this episode: Lord of the Rings anime, Sam Jackson’s favorite role, and Ezra Watch 2022. PLUS… Taika Waititi’s vision for Star Wars, and the sequel none of us knew we wanted.  In news: COVID, Public restrooms, Lord of the Rings anime, War of The Rohirrim, Kenji Kamiyama , Rings of Power, LOTR Amazon series, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Game of Thrones, Peter Jackson, Meet the Feebles, Bad Taste, Sa...

The gang is shorter than I expected this week, as they review the classic cheesy bar brawl movie, Road House (1989) starring Patrick Swayze, Kelly Lynch, and Sam Elliott. While no one is going to argue that Road House should have won Best Picture in 1990, but its campy cheesy approach to Bar Rescue has been a favorite of general audiences since its release. How did the gang like this late 80'...

On this episode: Tyler has abandoned his post, Ezra watch 2022, and a call from the other side of the world. PLUS! M Night cranks out another gem, updates from Joseph, and grievances with The Goonies In news: Coronavirus, X-Files, Mother, Danzig, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Ezra Miller Watch 2022, Mel Gibson, Charlie Sheen, R Kelly, Macauley Culkin, Michael Jackson, Francis Ford Coppola, Warner Broth...

The gang finds the killer this week, as they review the movies based off the classic board game we all know, Clue (1985) Directed by Jonathan Lynn, also written by Lynn and John Landis. This movie comes along with some interesting history, classic cast, and whip-sharp dialogue. Considered a classic who dunnit by many, was Clue able to charm the likes of Tyler, Joseph and Pete? Watch it with your S...

On this episode: Twilight reunion movie... but not the way you think, and the Morbius sweep is back this weekend! PLUS, radioactive documentaries on HBO, and the Kanye West biopic that never was… In news: Chernobyl, pronouns, Ezra Miller, Charles Manson, The Farewell, John Orlando, The PVDcast, Tyler and Company, Titane, Harold and Maude, The Brotherhood of Death, Twilight, Robert Pattinson, Krist...

This week's episode was streamed live in Twitch through Sacramento's own STAB comedy theater. Watch the VOD here--> https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1311588701 The gang respects the rules this week, as they review Wes Craven's classic meta slasher, Scream (1996). Starring Neve Campbell, Skeet Ulrich, Jamie Kennedy, Matthew Lillard, Courtney Cox, David Arquette, Henry Winkler, and a l...

This week's episode was streamed live in Twitch through Sacramento's own STAB comedy theater. Watch the VOD here--> https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1311588701 On this episode: Winnie the Pooh’s new nightmare & Neill Blomkamp behind the wheel. Plus! Behind the scenes with Dino DNA, and good news for apprehensive fans of The Last of Us Streaming on twitch.tv/stabcomedy In news: David C...

The gang pretend their twins this week as they review the Charlie Kaufman meta masterpiece, Adaptation. Streaming now on HBO Max, watch this heady introspective look at the film adaption process, writers block, Hollywood cliches, second guessing, and ultimately loss and acceptance. How did Joseph, Pete and Tyler like it? Tune in to find out. http://www. MCFCpodcast.com Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmai...

On this episode: Gaspar Noe trips balls in low gravity, and Disney execs are anti-Depp. Plus... Taika’s new project, listener email and voicemail, and a special call-in guest. In news:Andrew Watches Movies, Point Reyes, Stinson Beach, Nacho Libre, Jared Hess, Jack Black, Mexican Food, Oscar’s Very Mexican Food, Curtis Park, Gaspar Noe, Gravity, The Independent, Indiewire, Alfonso Cuaron, 2001: A S...

**1st half spoiler free **   The gang births each other this week, as they review the newly released Alex Garland psychological horror, Men. Follow Harper as she spends 2 weeks in a rented cottage in the English countryside to level her head, and clear her thoughts, after a traumatic event in her life. But something about the men in town is not right. Get ready to see the world through the eyes of...

The gang watch each other pee at a party this week, as they review Academy Award nominated film from Norway, The World Person in the World. Follow Julie as she discovers who she wants to be after college. For 4 years we follow her love life, home life, and work life. Was this wrongly snubbed for Best Foreign Feature? Did the gang think it was overrated? Watch the streaming every for around $10, th...

On this episode: Norm MacDonald’s secret he left behind, and Ezra Miller is an NFT trailblazer… PLUS King Walken takes the stage, Robby P pairs up with Bong Joon Ho, and Ethan Hawke comes to Marvel’s rescue.  In news: The Sky is Everywhere, Don’t Look Up, Listener Stephen, The Maple Syrup Don, Ezra Miller, Hawaii 5-0, The Flash, Danny Glover, Smash Mouth, BB Mack, Henry Rollins, Music, Black Flag,...

The gang gets fed the answers this week, as they review a mostly true American story of the 1950s game shows, Quiz Show (1994).  Chosen by Pete from the wheel of destiny, this lightly fictionalized retelling of the scandal of 21, on NBC showcases the people and events leading up to the institution of rules and regulations around TV game shows in the United States. How did the gang like this overlo...

On this episode: Jason Statham to star in the sequel to Bee Movie and Netflix CEO says TikTok is ruining their business just like it’s ruining Tyler’s life. Plus incoming George Carlin documentary, Marvel bootlicking on Twitter, and overdue listener mail In news: Tik Tok, Don’t Tell a Soul, Safe, Temple of Doom, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Shawshank Redemption, Bee Movie, Willy Wonka, Jason Statham,...

The gang gets corrupted by the church this week as they review the finale in the Godfather trilogy. Directed by  Francis Ford Coppola, and written by him, as well as Mario Puzo. Tyler watched the original cut, while Pete and Joseph watched the Coda, and they discuss the differences. Widely regarded as the worst of the series, and a cash grab by Coppola, do the guys feel the same way? Ezekiel (Zeke...

On this episode: The Batman 2: The secret of the ooze, Netflix’s most expensive movie ever, and Adam Sandler is back with the Safdie’s. PLUS, insider gossip on Alex Garland’s MEN, Daniels’ drop 0% this week, and the Kung Fu sequel we didn’t know we wanted.  In news: Kung Fu Panda, Soulja Boy, The Godfather part 3, Coda, The Batman, The Riddler, The Joker, The Penguin, Condiment man, Polka Dot Man,...

The gang escapes their cults this week, as they review Martha Marcy May Marlene, starring Elizabeth Olson, directed by Sean Durkin. Following the weeks after a young and impressionable, Martha, as she tries to assimilate back into a regular life, after spending years at a small cult. Is this role a fitting entry into feature films for Elizabeth Olson? Is the movie worth the slow pace? Listen in an...

This week's episode was streamed live in Twitch through Sacramento's own STAB comedy theater. Watch the VOD here--> https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1464886711 On this episode: On this episode: Breaking News! The Mummy Reboot is bad! Skarsgard is a beefcake, and Scorsese picks his successor. Plus… incoming Exploding Kittens movie, and we need to talk about Ezra Streaming on twitch.tv/stab...

**1st half spoiler free **   The gang gets their revenge this week, as they review the new Robert Eggers viking epic, The Northman. Only available in theaters now, this brutal tale based on nordic writings stars Alexander Skarsgard, Claes Bang, Nicole Kidman, and Anya Taylor Joy. Does Bobby Eggs go three for three with his first three movies, or is this a movie you should wait for it to hit the ba...

The gang plays a harmless trick this week, as they review The Lie (2018) produced by Blumhouse Studios, starring Peter Sarsagaard, Mireille Enos, and Joey King. The Lie follows the (possibly) accidental death of Brittney, the best friend of Kayla, while the two are being driven to a ballet retreat out of town, by Kayla's dad, Jay. When Jay has to decide whether to go to the police, or save hi...

On this episode: Lando gets his own Star Wars show, Marc Maron hates that he’s now animated and Miyazaki burns some Hollywood Greats. Plus! Robert Eggers doesn’t like The VVitch, and David Cronenberg’s new movie will induce actual panic attacks In news: Hereditary, Mariana Trench, William Shatner, Hawaii, Disney+, Lando Calrissian, Donald Glove, The Mandolorian, Ahsoka, Boba Fett, Star Wars preque...

**1st half spoiler free **   The gang (minus Tyler) orders an EVERYthing bagel this week as they review the newly released epic multiverse comedy drama, Everything Everywhere All At Once by directing duo, The Daniels. Their last (and first) feature, Swiss Army Man, was not a favorite with everyone due to it's absurd and crass approach to the... well, everything. Did this wild multi-dimentiona...

The gang visits the Planet of Predator along with Jared Fogel, Kevin Spacey, and R. Kelly as they review the 5th installment of the Predator franchise. Nimrod Antal directed an early fan pick on the show, Control, then transitioned into action cheese flicks. Was he able to entertain the guys? Is Adrian Brody believable as a tough guy? Why is Topher Grace in this movie? Watch along on Hulu, and let...

On this episode: BREAKING NEWS! Jared Leto is a huge asshole, Turning Red creators’ rise to power, and can Christopher Nolan saves the Ace Ventura franchise? Plus, Will smith takes a 10 year break, and a look back at Hopper and Brando on the set of Apocalypse Now.  In news: Allergies, The Sacramento Predator, Batman, Ring camera, streaming content, TV, TV 2, Boomers, Everything Everywhere All At O...

The gang knew is was Fredo all along this week, as they review what is regarded as one of the greatest sequels of all time, Francis Ford Coppola's The Godfather: Part II (1974).  A first time watch for all three of us, did it live up to the hype? Is that even possible?  Listen along and find out   http://www. MCFCpodcast.com Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com      Leave us a voicemail (209) 73...