Hollywood Hangout

Welcome back to Hollywood Hangout , hosted by Boxman! 🎬🍿 In this episode, we’re heading back to Herrington High to take a deep dive into Robert Rodriguez’s 1998 sci-fi horror cult classic, The Faculty ! Join Boxman as he breaks down the film scene-by-scene, looks back at the star-studded 90s cast—featuring Elijah Wood, Josh Hartnett, Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Shawn Hatosy, and Famke Janssen...

Grab a drink and hang out with Boxman on this episode of Hollywood Hangout ! This week, we’re diving deep into the 1990 supernatural crime thriller The First Power , starring Lou Diamond Phillips, Jeff Kober, and Tracy Griffith. Join Boxman as he breaks down the killer storyline, highlights the cast's standout performances (including Jeff Kober’s chilling portrayal of Patrick Channing), and wa...

Shall we play a game? On this episode of Hollywood Hangout , host Boxman  dives headfirst into the 1983 Cold War techno-thriller classic, WarGames ! Join us as we break down the plot from start to finish—following young hacker David Lightman (Matthew Broderick) as he accidentally dials into NORAD's supercomputer, WOPR, and nearly triggers World War III over a game of "Global Thermonuclear...

Welcome back to Hollywood Hangout ! Grab a seat and hang out with your host, Boxman , as we dive into the cyberpunk, CGI-heavy world of Alita: Battle Angel  (2019). In this episode, Boxman breaks down the epic visual spectacle brought to life by producer James Cameron and director Robert Rodriguez. We’re taking a close look at the cast, walking through a quick scene-by-scene breakdown of Iron City...

Welcome back to Hollywood Hangout ! In this episode, Boxman  sets the time machine to 2022 as we dive deep into Shawn Levy’s sci-fi adventure, The Adam Project ! Grab your lightsaber—err, mag-seal staff —and hang out with us as we break down this action-packed, heart-string-pulling time-travel flick. In this episode, Boxman covers: Star-Studded Cast & Chemistry:  Ryan Reynolds bringing his sig...

Grab your popcorn and pull up a chair for Hollywood Hangout , hosted by Boxman! In this episode, Boxman dives into the 1998 period crime drama The Newton Boys . Directed by Richard Linklater, this film tells the wild, action-packed true story of the most successful bank robbers in U.S. history. Here is what Boxman covers in this review: The Star-Studded Cast:  A look at the dynamic performances of...

Is he a mild-mannered Indiana diner owner, or a cold-blooded Mob enforcer from Philly? On this episode of Hollywood Hangout , Boxman steps into the director’s chair with David Cronenberg’s 2005 masterclass thriller, A History of Violence ! Join Boxman as he breaks down the razor-thin line between innocence and brutality in this graphic novel adaptation. In this episode, we talk about: The Cast Per...

Grab your parka and warm up a cup of coffee—in this episode of Hollywood Hangout, host Boxman braves the frozen tundra to break down the intense 2011 survival thriller, The Grey. Boxman takes a deep dive into the stellar cast led by Liam Neeson, tracing their brutal fight against both man-eating wolves and unforgiving elements. After walking through a scene-by-scene breakdown of the film's ten...

Welcome back to Hollywood Hangout with your host, Boxman! In this episode, Boxman hits the track to review the 1982 cult favorite Six Pack. What’s in this episode: Fast Facts: Behind-the-scenes trivia and production details you might have missed. The Cast: Kenny Rogers' jump to the silver screen, Diane Lane's early performance, and the iconic kid crew. Scene Breakdown: Digging deep into th...

"Welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout! This week, Boxman is opening up the personal vault to share 10 ultimate 'comfort movies.' You know the ones—the absolute staples you put on when you’re folding laundry, cleaning the house, or just need something familiar playing in the background. We’re talking about those endlessly rewatchable classics that don't demand your full attention,...

Pull up a chair and crack open a cold one—welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout ! This week, your host Boxman  is throwing it back to 1998 to unpack a late-90s cult classic that is absolute, chaotic gold: The Big Hit . Starring Mark Wahlberg as Melvin Smiley—the world's most anxious, approval-seeking hitman—this flick blends high-octane John Woo-style action with ridiculous, over-the-top comed...

Welcome to the Hollywood Hangout ! In this episode, Boxman reviews the 2017 horror-thriller Get Out . 🎬 Behind-the-Scenes: Fascinating production facts. The Talent: Breaking down the stellar acting. Scene Breakdown: Digging deep into the movie's most iconic and unsettling moments. Like, subscribe, and hang out with us every Thursday at 9:30 PM Eastern. Live on YouTube. YouTube: https://www.yo...

What happens when the Mayor of NYC won’t listen? You start tagging. Join Boxman on the Hollywood Hangout as he reviews the 1985 classic Turk 182. We’re digging into the facts you didn't know, the stellar cast (Hutton! Urich! Cattrall!), and the specific scenes that make this movie a forgotten gem of the 80s. Is it a masterpiece or a product of its time? Boxman has the answers. Listen now! Chec...

Pull up a chair and welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout ! This week, your host Boxman  is diving deep into the bargain bin of 2015 to rescue a crime thriller that absolutely deserves a second look: Criminal Activities . If you missed this one when it dropped, you aren’t alone—but Boxman is here to explain exactly why it’s a massive, slept-on gem. We’re breaking down the tight, twisty plot that f...

Welcome to Hollywood Hangout , the ultimate destination for deep dives into cult favorites, action thrillers, and late-night cinema classics. Hosted by Boxman , this is the movie review podcast that skips the pretentious high-brow critique and gets straight to the heavy-hitting entertainment. In this episode, Boxman tears into the high-octane 2010 action thriller, Faster . There’s no wasting time...

Grab a cold drink and pull up a chair for this episode of Hollywood Hangout, where your host Boxman strips down the cinematic classics and cult favorites you love. On this turn, we’re stepping straight into the ring with the criminally underrated 1992 sports-drama con movie, Diggstown. No endless pre-show banter or fluff here—we dive right into the dusty streets of Michael Ritchie's favorite f...

Grab your surfboards and pull on your ex-president masks—this week on the Hollywood Hangout , Boxman is diving headfirst into the ultimate 90s action masterpiece: Point Break (1991) ! In this episode, Boxman breaks down the iconic, star-studded cast that made this high-octane thriller a cult classic. We’re talking about Keanu Reeves as the brilliantly named FBI rookie Johnny Utah, Patrick Swayze i...

Welcome back to Hollywood Hangout ! In this episode, Boxman takes an unfiltered look at Paul Verhoeven’s sci-fi thriller, Hollow Man . We kick things off by breaking down the star-studded cast, featuring Kevin Bacon in a physically (and digitally) demanding performance alongside Elisabeth Shue and Josh Brolin. From there, we dive straight into the film’s groundbreaking visual effects and its dark...

Grab a seat, kick back, and join Boxman  for another deep dive into the intersection of cinema and reality. Whether it’s a forgotten gem or a certified classic, we’re peeling back the layers of the silver screen to see what’s actually underneath. This week, Boxman steps into the dusty, high-stakes world of the 1992 neo-noir mystery, Thunderheart . Starring Val Kilmer as an FBI agent rediscovering...

Grab a seat at the table for this episode of Hollywood Hangout, where Boxman takes a hard-hitting look at the 2012 action-thriller, Bullet to the Head . In this deep dive, we break down the gritty partnership between a hitman and a detective, exploring the cast and the veteran presence they bring to this neo-noir landscape. We analyze the characters' motivations and the explosive chemistry tha...

Fire up the CB radio and grab your gear! This week on Hollywood Hangout , your host Boxman  is back in the driver’s seat, and we are thrilled to welcome back the one and only Derk  for another high-speed deep dive. In this episode, we’re hitting the road to dissect the 1980 sequel, Smokey and the Bandit II . While the mustache is just as iconic, the road trip is a whole different beast this time a...

Welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout , the only spot where we dissect the glitz, the glam, and the occasional end-of-the-world party. This week, the man with the plan (and the cardboard), Boxman , is stepping into the booth to break down the 2013 meta-comedy cult classic: This Is the End . Inside the Box This Week: The Cameo Carousel: From Michael Cera’s "unhinged" behavior to the back-...

Welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout , your premier destination for all things cinema and pop culture! This week, we’re looking ahead at the massive slate of action and thrillers hitting screens in 2026. Join Boxman as he dives into a spoiler-free breakdown of the most anticipated releases of the year. Whether you’re looking for high-octane stunts, gritty crime dramas, or mind-bending sci-fi, we’...

Welcome to the Hollywood Hangout , the podcast where we pull back the velvet curtain on the legends of the silver screen. In this special tribute episode, your host Boxman  pays homage to the ultimate icon of grit, discipline, and power: the late, great Chuck Norris . Join Boxman as he traces the incredible journey of Carlos Ray "Chuck" Norris, from his humble beginnings to becoming a gl...

Grab your Stetson and jump into the driver's seat! This week on Hollywood Hangout , your host Boxman  is joined once again by the incomparable Derk  to take a high-speed trip back to 1977. We’re breaking down the ultimate bootlegging classic: Smokey and the Bandit . In this episode, we dive deep into the chemistry that made this movie a legend. From the effortless cool of Burt Reynolds and the...