Unqualified Observers

In this week's episode of Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, sit down to discuss Charles Laughton's only entry in the world of film, 1955's "The Night of the Hunter". Does this greatly revered classic stand the test of time? Only one way to find out, and that is by tuning in to the latest episode. From the stunning lighting and camera work, to Robert Mitchum's ominous presence as Harry Powe...

If you had the ability to choose your body, would you stay in your own? Join the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, as we jump into the modern day psychological horror film starring Heather Graham, "Suitable Flesh." Does this film from 2023 have the best backgrounds? Maybe not, but join in the conversation and find out what this movie got right and just how crazy the conversation gets. As a...

Well you know what they say, third charm's the time. Or is it? Join the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, with special guest David Dimarkus, in this week's episode as we talk through the third movie in the trilogy from Ti West "Maxxxine." Does this Giallo-esque flick pass the mustard, or does it make the whole sandwich soggy? Listen in to find out! As always, please rate, review, subscribe...

But soft, what light through yonder window flips? It's Tom Cruise, and I can't tell you how many times we've asked him to stop flipping through our French bay window, but y'all he just will not listen. Join the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, for a movie that's Legend-wait for it... it's...it's Legend from 1985. Can we decipher just what happened in the mind of Ridley Scott to bring such...

Season 2 of Amazon's Rings of Power has finally come to a close and the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, will breakdown all the goings-ons one final time before Season 3 makes it's premier in 2026. How did the season wrap up, and was it a strong foot to go out on? The only way to find the answers is to tune into the latest episode and find out what we thought. So what are you waiting for,...

In the latest episode of Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, sit down to discuss one of the classic baseball films to honor the passing of James Earl Jones. This release also happens to coincide with the MLB playoffs going on. So if you happen to be a fan of the American pastime, or just miss your Dad, tune into this great conversation about a movie that will have you wanting a catch. As alw...

This week in the Rings of Power Report, the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, breakdown the latest episode of Amazon's "Rings of Power." Its an all out siege in Eregion with Adar attempting to take down Sauron once and for all. Will he be successful, or will Elrond and his band of merry elves be able to save the day? There is so much to discuss in this episode and so little time. So jump i...

In the latest episode of the Unqualified Observers look into Amazon's "Rings of Power" we find Numenor in flux and a important trial about to get underway. Meanwhile, Sauron is really digging his claws into Celebrimbor and Adar is seeing if there is a new alliance to be made. Will everything come together as planned or will there be a few bumps along the way? Tune into the latest epi...

It's time for the House of the Dragon and Rings of Power crossover we have all been waiting for, as Matt Smith and Morfydd Clark deal with grief and dark forces in "Starve Acre." Come join the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, as they analyze this addition to the folklore-horror genre. Is there a correct way to grieve a terrible loss, or does anything that helps you acceptabl...

This week in the Rings of Power, a lot has happened to move the story forward and some of the machinations of war have started to finally take hold. Are the Dwarfs and Elves setting themselves up for failure with their course of action? Does anyone have the power to stop "Kevin" from his rampage of petulant destruction? There is only one way to find out and that is by tuning into this po...

In this week's episode of Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas take a trip to a dystopian wasteland filled with mutants and wrestlers. We aren't talking about Detroit, but instead the fictional city of Frogtown. We follow Rowdy Roddy Piper and his chastity belt around as he attempts to save a harem of fertile women from the Frog King and his "three snakes". Is this a hidden g...

In this week's episode of the Rings of Power Report, the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, sit down to discuss the goings-on's between the elves and humans in the world of Middle Earth. From determining who can be trusted to who's advice should be heeded, this episode is filled with a lot to discuss. Do Tom Bombadill and the Ents add more intrigue or questions to this show, and...

In the latest episode of Amazon's "Rings of Power" we finally get to spend some time with the Numinorians and the other humans. Find out what the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, thought about this development and what we think is going to happen going forward. There is a lot to unpack and so little time, so join in the conversation and find out what worked and didn't wo...

Welcome back to another review in the Rings of Power Report. This week the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, get to discuss the Dwarfs and what has been going on in Moria. There is also more unfolding with Sauron and the elves. So much to discuss and so little time, so stop waiting and find out what we think of the latest episode in the series. As always, please rate, review, subscribe, an...

Welcome back to another episodic review brought to you by the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas. This week we sit down to discuss the first episode in the second season of Amazon Prime's "Rings of Power". Come join in the conversation as we discuss all the happenings going on in Middle-Earth and find out what we thought of the opening salvo from this shows latest episode. As a...

This week the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, sit down with a couple of ghosts and goths as we discuss Tim Burton's 1988 film, Beetlejuice. From driving off of bridges to stopping marriages and everything in-between, the Unqualified Observers go on a familiar journey with a Halloween classic just in time for the sequel. So gather around the dinner table and get ready to bust out your...

This week the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, are joined by frequent guest Collin Miller to discuss the fever dream that is 1999's, "Inspector Gadget." There will be plenty of crazy stunts and terrible dialogue to keep the team together and solve the important case of the missing foot. Does this movie deserve a revival or is it as bad as its reputation suggest? Tune in to t...

With school starting back up in the United States, the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, thought it would be a great time to review Richard Linklater's film about the same thing, "Everybody Wants Some." Come join in the fun and find out what we thought or this time capsule of college life in Texas during the Autumn of 1980. There will be plenty of outfit changes and drinking...

If an ashtray falls out of the Los Angeles sky and no one is around to hear it, are the Pythagorian Brotherhood trying to summon an ancient demon? This along with many other questions will fail to be answered in this, our review of the latest film from Moorhead and Benson; Something in the Dirt (2022). So make sure to open the windows, and settle in for this episode of Unqualified Observers with K...

We have made it to the finale of season 2 for House of the Dragon. In this episode the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, discuss the season as a whole as well as looking into this final entry entitled, "The Queen Who Ever Was." Come and join in the fun and find out what we felt were the stronger moments in this episode as well as the moments that left us wanting to hurry up alrea...

"a living nuclear weapon destined to walk the Earth forever. Indestructible. A victim of the modern nuclear age." True in 1985 and still true today, this sums up the big nasty nuclear dinosaur that we're talking about today in our review of Godzilla Minus One (2023). The Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, will look at Godzilla as he exists as a specter of the destruction of Wo...

This week the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, take a look at the penultimate episode of season 2 of HBO's House of the Dragon, entitled "The Red Sowing." There is a lot to talk about with this episode that focused mainly on the Blacks and their plan of action moving forward. From dragon standoffs to people getting their comeuppance, there was a lot to dissect, so don't...

Folks, make sure to check the single-bolt, old church bathroom style locks on your storm cellar for this one. The Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, are talking about Twister (1996), and youthful recounting tornado based traumas and the amount of newtons necessary for a leather belt to split one in-twain in this, what some are calling the F5 of podcast episodes. As always, please rate, revi...

This week the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, come together to review and analyze the latest episode of HBO's "House of the Dragon", titled "Smallfolk." Join in the fun as we break down another emotional episode and determine what path we are taking going forward. From Larys getting put in his place, to Seasmoke finding a new rider, this episode has plenty of even...

This week on the HotD report the Unqualified Observers, Kelham and Thomas, discuss the episode "The Red Dragon and the Gold" in the latest episode of HBO's House of the Dragon. Tune in to find out what we thought of the episode and how we think things will continue to play out. As always, please rate, review, subscribe, and share this podcast to help it continue to grow and find new...