There and Back Again & Again

Brendan and Sean's complete response to and analysis of the 2024 meeting of the University of Michigan Wolverines and the Buckeyes from Ohio. Go Blue! Hail to the Victors! 4-0!

Not since 2004 has a show captivated the entire world like Lost did. At least, in our opinion. That was, until 2022, when Ben Stiller and Dan Erickson invited viewers into the world of Lumon Industries and the experimental (and controversial) Severance procedure. Join us as we take the elevator ride down into the severed floor to see just what Lumon is up to.

The horror. The horror. No matter what your opinion about Francis Ford Coppola is, no one can argue that the legendary filmmaker doesn't pour his full self into his films. The 1979 war film, Apocalypse Now, is no exception. Marked with unforgettable characters and iconic moments, we are glad we took a chance on this film for our last entry in this edition of Never-Seen November!

A single guy in the 1960s wants to get ahead in the corporate world, so he gets talked into loaning out his one bedroom apartment to company executives for their indiscretions. What could go wrong? A lot, apparently. A lot can go wrong. Join us for this edition of Never-Seen November as we follow CC Baxter, masterfully played by Jack Lemmon, in the Best Picture winner The Apartment!

Once hailed as "probably the finest pure trial movie ever made", the 1959 courtroom drama Anatomy of a Murder took audiences and critics by surprise as it didn't shy away from controversy in order to bring this legal tale to life. With an incredible cast led by the legendary James Stewart, this film certainly keeps you guessing until the very end. That's exactly what it did for us in our second en...

In 1986, filmmaker Oliver Stone gave audiences an unparalleled look at the brutality of war and the psychological trauma it inflicts on a human being. Brought to life by an incredible cast, including Charlie Sheen, Willem Dafoe, and Tom Berenger, Platoon helps to kick-off our very first Never-Seen-It November.

How do you sum up the perfect series finale? Well, some things can't be told. You've either seen it or you haven't. But they can't be told. However, we do our best as we wrap up The Haunting of Hill House in this episode. Join us as step into the story of the Crain family for the last time. Until the next rewatch, of course.

You're Olivia Crain. You've had a tough day at Hill House. So you make plans to go to your sister's, cancel your plans, then come back to Hill House in the middle of the night to have a tea party with your kids. It's fun, right? Wrong. Don't have creepy tea parties with your kids. But do listen to this episode as we descend further into the depths of Oliva Crain's and Poppy Hill's madness!

Have you ever heard of Witness Marks? Neither had Steven Crain. Join him in this episode of The Haunting of Hill House as everything he thought he knew gets flipped upside down. And then join us as we breakdown this mind blowing chapter of the Crain family's story!

How do you sum up the entire life of a person in a nice, succinct speech? For some people, it can be quite easy. For others, it can be quite difficult. For members of the Crain family, it's complicated. How do you sum up another great episode of Mike Flanagan's The Haunting of Hill House? You'll have to listen to find out!

Experiencing a storm can often be scary enough. But what about a storm at Hill House? Or at a funeral home? What about both? At the same time?? Mike Flanagan, along with his incredibly talented cast and crew, takes us on ride between past and present in this masterfully executed episode of The Haunting of Hill House.

Steve Crain told us that a ghost can be anything. In this episode of The Haunting of Hill House, we finally learn what it is that has been haunting Nell Crain all these years. You could say that answer may render you paralyzed with fear. Join us as we go with Nell Crain on the journey of a lifetime.

Everyone handles grief and trauma differently. Nell and Luke Crain are no exception. For these twins, they're not just learning to cope with their own trauma, but each other's as well. And since he's the oldest, we'll tackle Luke's coping strategies first. Join us as we learn more about this connection called the Twin Thing.

There's always that one sibling that is just slightly different from the others. As we venture further into Hill House, the third episode gives us a closer look at Theo Crain and the secrets that she withholds from her own family. Join us as we discover just what makes her so sensitive.

The second episode of the acclaimed series, The Haunting of Hill House, takes us deeper into the horrors of Hill House and the nightmares that follow the eldest daughter, Shirley. If you've ever wondered why someone chooses to work in a funeral home, the answers lie within.

Celebrate with us! It's the first anniversary of our podcast!!! One year ago, we began this awesome journey of rewatching our favorites films and shows, basking in an undefeated season of Michigan football, and solidifying an already great friendship! Don't get us any presents! Just join us on the journey and listen along with us!!!

In 2018, Mike Flanagan's series, The Haunting of Hill House, vastly improved on all previous adaptations of Shirley Jackson's written work, and set the standard for a chilling drama series. Join us as we travel to Hill House to unlock its secrets and uncover its ghosts.

Football and movies. Is there any better pairing? Probably. But these particular pairings are hard to resist. And while Remember the Titans gave us the chance to enjoy Brendan's favorite sports film, we now travel back to 1988 with Sean's favorite sports film, Friday Night Lights. With a unique score, awesome football action, and a true to life story, this film is well worth the rewatch!

When most people think of time loop films, Bill Murray's Groundhog Day typically comes to mind. With Edge of Tomorrow, director Doug Liman and actors Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt bring a highly unique take on the genre, infusing it with action and aliens. This film is definitely not one to sleep on, and it will keep you coming back for more!

The 2000 neo-noir psychological thriller Memento propelled Christopher Nolan into everyone’s view and shook up cinemas everywhere like a polaroid picture. If you have not had a chance to experience this masterclass in storytelling, you won’t regret it! Listen along as we seek to put together the clues and the chain of events that make up the story inside the mind of Leonard Shelby.

When Ben Affleck gets behind the camera, people pay attention. Mix that with a story that is based on actual events and it becomes even more intriguing! The 2012 historical thriller, Argo, is chocked full of intrigue, suspense, and a little bit of controversy. All of that adds to the drama that makes the film well worthy of best picture awards. Take a deep dive with us as we declassify this exhila...

In 2002, a dream team of Steven Spielberg, Tom Cruise, and John Williams came together to make a futuristic crime thriller that would become lost among their respective filmographies. Set in 2054, Minority Report boasts incredible production design, compelling characters, and a gripping story that keeps you curious the entire runtime. As the tagline goes, "Everybody runs". Especially Tom...

Natural disasters are nothing to joke about. But how do you make a compelling film about tornados? In 1996, Jan de Bont, Michael Crichton, Anne-Marie Martin, and Steven Spielberg seemed to have figured it out. Apparently, Bill Paxton, Helen Hunt, an amazing supporting cast, and stunning practical effects (oh, and flying cows) was the correct formula. Twister took in over $495 million at the box of...

Which would be worse - to live as a monster or to die as a good man? What is the Law of 4? Who is patient 67? In Shutter Island, Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio attempt to answer these questions. In this episode, Brendan and Sean attempt to bring clarity to the blurred lines between reality and fantasy. Join us as we enter into Ashecliffe to investigate this 2010 psychological thriller.

For this year's Independence Day episode, it doesn't get much more American than the 2000 Roland Emmerich war epic, The Patriot. Starring Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger, the story depicts a father going to great lengths to protect his family during the Revolutionary War. Travel back to 1776 as Brendan and Sean dissect the film's depictions of justice, family, and virtue. Explore the filmm...