The Brain The Buff The Blonde

*contains spoilers* Incredible! The only word capable of describing Wes Anderson's 2014 film, "The Grand Budapest Hotel." The cinematography and way Anderson can put together a story and film is truly unmatched! This film is equal parts funny, visually stunning, and an all-around great story! This one really isn't one to miss! You can find us on Instagram @brainbuffblonde or Face...

*contains spoilers* David Fincher certainly didn't disappoint with his 1995 hit "Se7en". An intense and visually captivating film from the start, this film had all of us on the edge of our seats wondering how it would end. While this movie isn't for the faint at heart, with all three pod members voting it a 5/5, we seriously recommend everyone watch it ! You can find us on Instag...

*contains spoilers* The week the boys have been waiting for: NO RHYS! Arin and Corban couldn't be happier to have chosen a movie that Rhys was putting off watching looking at Oliver Stone's, 1994 hit, 'Natural Born Killers'. Tune in to listen to their full deep dive and review! You can find us on Instagram @brainbuffblonde or Facebook @The Brain The Buff The Blonde. You'll also...

*contains spoilers* It doesn't happen often that the trio are in agreeance but today, they all agree that the original Spiderman Trilogy is top tier in the superhero movie world. We argued back and forth about which movie to review in the trilogy and in the end decided on all 3, so follow along and listen as we get nostalgic and gush over Sam Raimi's take on Spiderman starring our favourit...

*contains spoilers* We're back!! After a few weeks off we're kicking it off with Zach Cregger's 2022 horror film, "Barbarian". If you ever want to go to an AirBnB again and not worry about what's happening underground we really recommend you don't click play on this film :0 While the trio isn't in full agreeance of how scary this film is, listen along for our full...

*contains spoilers* Well, not really granny porn but Ti West does deliver a porno-slasher film combo with his 2022 film, "X". Following the promiscuous Maxine played by the iconic Mia Goth, their sexy shoot soon turns into a story of survival. With some cool deaths, unexpected story lines and sex sex sex, this film is not to be missed! Tune into our episode to hear our full deep dive and...

*contains spoilers* Nima Nourizadeh delivers an absolute banger with the 2012 film, "Project X". The most 2012 thing to come from 2012, this movie depicts the most epic party of all time. The trio talks in the ep about their own party memories, and while nothing comes close to this part of the century, we have a good laugh as we reminisce. You may not love this movie, but the soundtrack...

*contains spoilers*  Jordan Peele does it again with his suspense-filled, metaphorical masterpiece, 2022 film, 'Nope'. Another great performance by Daniel Kaluuya, this film has you hooked and on the edge of your seat from the start. Having quite an intense metaphor and message, this movie requires quite a lot of critical thinking skills (must to Rhys' disgust). Be sure to stay tuned f...

*contains spoilers*   Yep! The absolue classic 'Catch Me If You Can' directed by Steven Spielberg is based on actual events. Following the story of a cunning conman, played by young Leonardo DiCaprio, this film will have you on the edge of your seat from the start. This episode we are a bit all over the place but tune in and listen to our deep dive and review !! You can find us on Instagra...

*contains spoilers*   What a cool and fun experience to watch a 50s film in a traditional theatre. The trio had the pleasure of watching Stanley Donen's, 1952 film, 'Singing in the Rain,' at the Paragon Theatre in Childers, Queensland. It was such an amazing experience and really had us reflecting and seeing just how far cinema and film has come! The short film that played beforehand w...

*contains spoilers*   I know! His name is Speed Racer and he's a racecar driver!! That's crazy! In this episode the trio review the Wachowski sister's, 2008, absolute CLASSIC, 'Speed Racer.' This film certainly doesn't disappoint in the action, tracks and speed in which the story plays out and the racers drive! We have all loved this film since we were kids, so we hope you...

*contains spoilers*   This week we review Hayao Miyazaki, 2004, 'Howl's Moving Castle." A personal fave for Arin and Corban but not so much for Rhys, the trio debate on the art style and story! Being Rhys' first anime, they also debate on her rating, which the boys weren't too happy about. Overall, the trio agreed on the greatness of the film and recommend that you all watch i...

*contains spoilers*   Uma Thurman gives us one of the GREATEST revenge stories of all time in Quentin Tarantino’s 2003-2004 film, ‘Kill Bill: Vol 1’ and “Kill Bill: Vol 2’. Straight into the action, this movie has you hooked from the start and the trio are in agreeance of a 5/5 star rating for Vol 1! We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed these awesome films !   You can find us on Ins...

*contains spoilers* Unfortunately missing our 'Brain' this episode but Rhys and Corban take a look at Gil Junger's 1999 fil, '10 Things I Hate About You.' A bit of all all-over-the-place episode, Rhys and Corban discuss the movie, dating, social life and all things that came up in the movie. We honestly love this movie so much and were so excited for you to listen and then watc...

*contains spoilers* Arin and Corban have deemed Kevin Lewis' 2021, horror/comedy, "Willy's Wonderland' the WORST movie of all time! A tale of a murderous, animatronic weasel vs Nicholas Cage, there are DEFINITELY so odd plot points and plot holes in this film. Rhys believes that this movie is so bad it's actually good and that ALL of you should check it out!! Be sure to listen...

*contains spoilers* Corban has somehow managed to remember the monologues ??? in Mary Harron's, 2001 cult classic, 'American Psycho.' What a film! 'American Psycho' tackles some interesting plot points and themes but boy does it have some head-scratching moments too. Be sure to listen to this weeks ep to hear our review and deep dive into the film ! We also have a lengthy conve...

*contains spoilers* Deemed the 'Greatest superhero movie of ALL time' by Rhys, today we review Mike Mitchell's, 2005 film, 'Skyhigh'. A fun film, easy to follow plot and some realllllyyyy good-looking characters, we highly recommend you watch this early 2000s movie. While not in agreeance of the film being the GOAT, the trio can agree that everyone should check it out ! Check o...

*contains spoilers* Arin has raved on and on and on about this film so today we take a look at Miloš Forman, 1975 classic, "One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest". Based on the novel, this movie didn't disappoint but the trio aren't necessarily in agreeance of it's 'greatest of all time' status. Be sure to tune into this episode for our full deep dive, review and Arin's...

*contains spoilers* While this isn't the Robert Pattinson movie Rhys wanted to start with (worry not, a Twilight episode will be made!!), Corban wanted to kick off the Robert Pattinson love with Matt Reeves, 2022 film, "The Batman". While the trio argued which Batman movie is the best, they all can agree that this take on the Batman story was well construsted and well presented! We h...

*contains spoilers* They all make one great film! That's right in today's episode we will be reviewing Jared Hess' 2004 cult classic, 'Napoleon Dynamite'. One of Rhys' all-time favourite films we take a look at the awesome tale that is Napoleon Dynamite's in this coming-of-age film! So if you got canned heat in your heels tonight, stay tuned for our full deep dive and r...

*contains spoilers* Welcome to episode 3 where we review the icon himself, Quentin Tarintino's, 2009 film, 'Inglorious Basterds." Wow! Tarantino's take on WWII does not disappoint in this action packed war drama with am I N C R E D I B L E story that ALL comes together in the end! We hope all of you take the time to watch this awesome film ! Plus Tarantino himself is in the film!!...

*Contains Spoilers* Episode 2 coming in hot with Roland Emmerich's, 2022 film, 'Moonfall' . The moon falling, end of the world, AI aliens, intergalactic war and robbers are some of the many elements and themes present in this whirlwind of a film! Who knew surviving the end of the world and defeating aliens would be so full on?! Listen to this weeks episode to get our full review as we...

*Contains Spoilers* What better to kick off episode 1 than reviewing the very first movie the trio sat and watched together!! Today we review James Wan's, 2021 film, 'Malignant'. Some of the best gore we have ever seen but the plot left us scratching our heads and saying "huh?" A fairly disjointed storyline but some cool visuals, listen to this weeks episode to get our full r...

Hello and welcome to The Brain The Buff and The Blonde, a movie review podcast! We are a sibling duo and friend who have all found a love for movies in our own ways. Arin ‘The Brain’ has an extensive knowledge on what goes into the films, the cinematography and facts about cast and crew members. Corban ‘The Buff’ has seen the most movies out of the trio, loves all genres and also appreciates the c...