Modern Classics Podcast

Prequel Episode: Halloween Special 2026 It's a very scary edition of the Modern Classics Podcast. Since this year brought us multiple A-class horror features made by Youtube creators we thought it would be a good time to explore the world of Youtube Horror Shorts. We also get into some recent theater watches. Remember to rate, review and follow the pod. Also WATCH OUT BEHIND YOU!! Hosted By Mi...

The Devil's Backbone (2001) vs Talk to Her (2002) It's a battle of directors as we explore the category "First of The 2000's". Before Giullermo del Toro was a beloved monster master the filmmaker spent years in the world of low budget genre movies. Today we cover the film that launched his Hollywood career ; "The Devils Backbone". Then its "Talk to Her". A...

Prequel Episode: Primetime, Avengers: Doomsday, and more We went to see Lance Oppenheim's "Primetime" . Listen to our thoughts and our best Chris Hansen impersonations. Then we get into the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and its connection to the late great MF DOOM homself. Plus a whole lot more. Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas  Follow on Instagram & TikTok  @moder...

I Am Not a Witch (2017) vs Lady Bird (2017) It's a battle for the ages literally. The category is "Coming of Age" and our double features presents two very different experiences. Will either movie make the Greatest Films of the 21st Century list? Will Mike Cry? Will Kendell jump out of a car? There's only one way to find out. So join us on the wrong side if the tracks and leave y...

Prequel Episode : Is God Is, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Tony and more Welcome to another prequel episode! This week we chat about our most recent theater watches. Movies covered include; Is God Is, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Tony, I Love Boosters, and The Odyssey. Please rate, review and follow the pod! Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas  Follow on Instagram & TikTok  @moderncla...

Prometheus vs. Don't Look Up It's a battle of the nerds as we explore the 2000's "Science Community" film canon. For this episode we bring you a high minded franchise reboot and a wacky comedy that carries a serious warning. Will either movie make the Greatest Films of The 21st Century List? Which host will win? Curious? If so join us as we suck down some alien goo, turn on t...

Prequel Episode - 100 Films : A Retrospective Today we celebrate a landmark with 100 films covered! Join us as we look back at the highs and lows of creating the Modern Classics Greatest Films of the 22 Century List. There's jokes, there's music, there's celebrity voicemails. Check out the episode and remember to rate, review and follow the show! Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas F...

I, Robot vs. Hero We are back in the battle arena with two "Summer Action" movies. The Will Smith lead "I, Robot" was not exactly what we expected and left us with many questions like; What kind of hat is that anyways? or Did Elon Musk watch this one too many times? Then it's the martial arts epic "Hero" . We had a thrill uncovering this somewhat forgotten Jet Li...

Prequel Episode #49 This episode we dig into what we have been watching recently. Now that we both have had chance to see "Backrooms" it was time to revisit the conversation. Then its time to talk the year's most anticipated film "The Odyssey". We round out the show with "Kendell's Questions" which gives us a chance to dive deeper into the theme of previously...

The Girl With all The Gifts (2016) vs. Under The Shadow (2016) Woah! It's time to battle again! This week the category is "Supernatural Terror" and our double features offers two very different movies. " The Girl With all The Gifts" is a Netflix released independent zombie film with a fungal element akin to "The Last of Us". While "Under The Shadow" give...

Come tune in for this weeks Prequel Episode. Today is all about Kendell's Questions. Join us as we dig into ; conspiracy theories, aliens, Jeff Bridges AI promotion and more! Also look below for links to some great docs we discuss available on Youtube. Remember to rate, review and follow! Hosted by : Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Watch Along: Earth's Greatest Enemy https://www.youtube.co...

Serenity (2005) vs Sunshine (2007) Todays battle category is "Spacecrafts". First in the match up is "Serenity" directed by the disgraced Joss Whedon. The movie is a Star Wars style romp based on the hit series "Firefly" . Then its Danny Boyle's Sci-fi epic "Sunshine". Will either film score 8 Stars and be added to the Greatest Films of The 21 Century Li...

We cover a lot of ground in this episode. First we settle some ties on our Greatest Films of The 21 Century List. Then its a look at recent releases. We close out the show with a round of A24 Questions and still had time to talk about the Longlegs & Weapon sequels, the Scary Movie Franchise, and so much more. Remember to rate, review and follow the show! Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Swee...

Hell or High Water (2016) v 1917 (2019)  It’s battle! And the category is ‘On A Mission”. We start with “Hell or High Water” a Neo-Western with a mumbly Jeff Bridges that proved to be a bit too much Taylor Sheridan for the both of us. Then we discuss the war epic “1917”. Sam Mendes’ one shot wonder is third of his films we have covered on the show and perhaps it is one of his best. Will either fil...

It’s time for a prequel episode! Join us as we discuss a multitude of topics including: Maggie Gyllenhaal’s “The Bride”, Tom Hank’s WW2 fixation, “8 Crazy Nights”, the odd 2000’s filmography of Ron Howard. And More! Remember to Rate review and follow the show. Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and TikTok @modernclassicspodcastFollow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMa...

Fruitvale Station (2013) vs. Tangerine (2015) The category is "Budget Under $1 Million". Will either flick make the Greatest Films of The 21st Century List? Join us as we discuss American low budget cinema. The 2000's are full of low budget gems. So choosing duel came with plenty of options. The result was two films by recent Oscar winners. Have you seen either? Do you just like talk...

The films of 2011 are the subject of our main focus in the second half of the show. Join us with a look at an interesting year of cinema. The critical darlings were forgettable like Best Picture winner “The Artist”.  While films like “Super 8” and “Drive” went less noticed but stood the test of time.  Other highlights from this year discussed include; Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Bernie, Attack The...

Hellboy (2004) vs Mad Max Fury Road (2015) The category for today's battle is "Antiheroes". It's another action packed episode as two films go head to head for a spot on the Greatest Films Of The 21s Century List. Our first film is Guillermo del Toro's "Hellboy". We had a great time revisiting this prothetic laden comic book gem. Then its George Miller's masterp...

Today we look back at some recent films we have covered as we celebrate our Past Tens Awards. Movies discussed include Sorry To Bother You, Zoolander, Unstoppable, Tokyo Godfathers, They Cloned Tyrone, Phantom Thread and more. For the finale we play a new games segment called "Blooper Games". Remember to rate, review, and subscribe! Hosted By; Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Foll...

City Island (2009) vs Red Hook Summer (2012) Category: New York Movies It's a battle of the Burroughs as two films go head to head and get a chance to join the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. First we chat it up about the little known family Dramedy "City Island". Then it's on to late career Spike Lee with " Red Hook Summer". We have some interesting commentary...

Today we discuss "Movies based on TV Shows". Films discussed include The Fall Guy, Miami Vice, Star Trek, 21 Jump Street and many more. We also takes some time to talk about the newly released "Project Hail Mary". Also included is our reaction to the "Man on Fire" Netflix Series trailer. Remember to rate, review and follow the show! Hosted by; Mike Evans & Kendell...

Gone in 60 Seconds (2000) vs The Transporter (2002) It's a battle of the "Chase Scenes" as two action packed films go head to head for a spot on the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. "Gone in 60 Seconds" was a big hit upon its release in 2000 but has since faded into relative obscurity. The final chase packs a punch but does the rest of the film hold up? We answer th...

Today we give our Oscar Ballot results and our post show reactions. Then we catch up on our recent watches. Movies discussed include : It Was Just An Accident, The Secret Agent, Bugonia, Song Sung Blue, Hamnet, Sirat, Fall, Cinnamon and more. Be sure to rate, review, and follow the show! Hosted By : Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcast Fol...

Zoolander (2001) vs Phantom Thread (2017) The category is "Fashion Industry Films" and we have two very different movies going head to head. Zoolander is an outlandish comedy with wacky jokes and even wackier outfits. Phantom Thread brings a more sophisticated style along with some truly interesting themes on love and desire. Most importantly it's the first appearance by a pair of di...

Join us as we fill out our Oscar ballots! This year our picks will go head to head and who ever gets the most correct wins the chance to reorder any movie placement on our Greatest Films Of The 21st Century List. Please rate, review and follow the show!! Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and TikTok @modernclassicspodcast Follow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMan...