The Thin Red Vine

In this episode: Mark swings big on Twisters (2024), Dave leaks how he really feels about Glen Powell, and the guys break down several possible trajectories of big money sequels. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave fancies himself a game show host, box office numbers fly fast and furious, and Mark gets caught in a time loop. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave revisits a missed connection from TTRV ’s past, Mark’s going into his coat, and final horror-meter readings diverge wildly! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Boats get rocked, Dave clocks a certain Wes-ness, and the guys break down Zone ’s (2023) final scene. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave peaks early with the “Mattel-verse,” TTRV gets into the weeds of dinosaur-shark logistics, and both hosts double down on a leading man! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Mark honks his first Buster Bar, Dave likes those high pants and big shirts, and is it possible Ghost (1990) is greater than the sum of its very questionable parts? Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave just keeps comparing The Sting (1973) to Ocean’s Eleven (2001), hatches are battened down for the tid storm, and relax—they’re just pals! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: The guys offer their quick distillation of the year’s Oscars races and pick some winners, Mark cavalierly predicts one of Dave’s picks, and is there any stopping the Op? Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Mark and Dave interpreted this episode’s prompt . . . differently, Popeye (1980) strikes back, and the guys reminisce about the (good?) old days of ubiquitous movie soundtracks. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Sports movies come to TTRV —with a vengeance, the guys trade shocking Rad (1986) tids, and Mark gives a sneak preview of his Oscar ballot! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave momentarily mixes up 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003), Jim Carrey is a shared pick and source of dissension, and Mark happily assigns everyone Singin’ in the Rain (1952). Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Mark operates on Cavity Sam, Anatomy of a Fall (2023) earns its Oscar noms, and Dave gets all worked up about cinematography. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Two actors shave their heads, Mark dances through the details of a particular scene from There’s Something About Mary (1998), and the guys go in very different directions with their last picks! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave leaves no potato behind, the guys love that Hae Sung, and TTRV reflects on food encounters past. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave boldly predicts Mark’s list, TTRV narrowly avoids an X-Men rabbit hole, and notable Chucks are left behind! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Mark spreads specious Toblerone claims, Jamie Foxx joins the growing list of scene stealers from 2023, and Hollow Man (2000) gets more air time than it deserves. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Mark picks the impossible, the guys share a top movie of 2023 (so far), and join TTRV in trying to catch up on the year that was! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Elf (2003) celebrates its 20th anniversary, a dog in Arkansas weighs in, and TTRV will see you in 2024! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: TTRV stumbles into the surprising etymology of “nerd,” Dave demonstrates the Lewis/Gilbert laugh, and Revenge of the Nerds (1984) is more concerning than you remember. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Mark introduces the Snow Factor, Dave knows Frozen (2013) without knowing Frozen , and, in the end, both hosts bring a sixth movie to the table! Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: TTRV revives a questionable sub-format, Dave sorts wrestlers’ movie careers into “pain” and “gain,” and Mark reveals a tid from his own résumé. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: The Wheel is forced to give back, spoiler alerts are handed out like dinner rolls, and Mark’s ability to date films on command has gone to his head. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: The guys overclarify what this list is not, Dave calls out both Joker (2019) and The Shawshank Redemption (1994) fans, and Mark comes to a predictable realization about his list in retrospect Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: Dave shares his harrowing introduction to McDonald’s hotcakes, Mark unpacks his relationship with Marilyn Monroe, and the mob makes the most convenient banquet hall booking in cinema history. Music by Thomas Furr.

In this episode: The guys pause to reflect on one year of TTRV , find each other equally fond of Triangles of Sadness, and Dave surprises Mark with his favorite episode pick! Music by Thomas Furr.