30something Movie Podcast

You tell 'em I'm coming— and a double-sized episode is comin' with me! That's right... we welcome Patreon co-executive producer Rob Perry back to the show to help us saddle up and face off against one of the greatest westerns of the modern era: Tombstone. Are you going to listen to this episode or stand there and bleed? Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTWYKf5hXIg   Did you enjoy...

Set in a small town, the film explores the complexities of family dynamics and personal growth through the eyes of Gilbert Grape, who navigates the challenges of caring for his autistic brother and their obese mother. This touching story, marked by standout performances, including a young Leonardo DiCaprio in a breakthrough role, uncovers the layers of responsibility, sacrifice, and pursuing perso...

In "Alive" (1993), a Uruguayan rugby team faces a gut-wrenching challenge after their plane crashes in the Andes. Stranded in the frozen wilderness with little food and less hope, they're forced to take a bite out of survival ethics to stay alive. It's a chilling tale of resilience and a rare medium of human spirit, serving up a true story that's hard to swallow but impossible to put down. Watch t...

This episode is a chance for us to reminisce about the last 500 episodes and a big "thank you" to all of you who have joined us over the years. Feel free to use the amazing BINGO card created for us by Jason Colvin of the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast: 30Something Podcast BINGO

Saddle up as we explore the comedic adventures of Robin Hood: Men in Tights, where Cary Elwes as Robin of Loxley battles the tyrannical Prince John to reclaim his family estate and protect the oppressed. Join us as we discuss Robin's hilarious efforts to woo Maid Marian and the most iconic challenge of all: her chastity belt. ‘twould be ‘twerrific if you 'twould join us. Watch the trailer: https:/...

Hello, morons! Come along with us as we tangle with "Grumpy Old Men," a film where Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau throw jabs like seasoned pros, proving that age is just a number when it comes to rivalry and romance. We'll unpack how their hilariously bitter feud over the new neighbor, played by Ann-Margret, delivers laughs as sharp as a Minnesota winter and as warm as a cozy fishing hut. Watch th...

Wayne Campbell, after a totally excellent dream with Jim Morrison, decide to put on Waynestock, a massive music festival, despite not knowing jack about organizing concerts. Meanwhile, Wayne's gotta deal with a major monkey wrench in his relationship with Cassandra as a sleazy producer tries to steal her away.  Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0p4fcxkvI8   Did you enjoy the epis...

Follow the adventures of a group of Texas high school students on their last day of school in 1976 in search of a memorable night. It's a slice-of-life filled with an awesome soundtrack. It's not just good... it's alright alright alright! Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/embed/3aQuvPlcB-8   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro mo...

Charlie Mackenzie fears commitment... but are those fears unreasonable when it seems like his newest girlfriend is a butcher by day and a serial killer by night? Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/embed/O3TgDBN7wk4   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with...

A mystical creature terrorizes the new family in town to get back his gold and maybe polish some shoes in the process. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/embed/hVoPigT72vk   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon. For...

Four friends, a Chicago highway, and a little road rage leads to a night they will never forget... because they might not make it out alive! Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/embed/G5p7wq2PcJM   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our...

Thrifting in a small New England town goes horribly awry when Leland Gaunt opens up his Needful Things emporium of evil. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/embed/hKCJxsO1jt8   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon. Fo...

The Sanderson Sisters are back and ready to tear up 20th-century Salem, searching for children to keep them young forever. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4e6YQFrt1s   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with us by supporting our show on Patreon...

Human Autopsy: Fact or Fiction? A group of loggers go to work one day and return with one less guy. The others are suspected of murdering him, but five days later, he reappears and claims to have been abducted and experimented on by aliens. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkSGgVdJLwc   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retr...

  We delve into Steven Spielberg's masterpiece which has powerfully shaped our understanding of one of history's darkest hours. Join us for Schindler's List. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxphAlJID9U   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Dive even deeper with bonus content and engage directly with u...

When Daniel Hillard loses custody of his kids, he will do anything to get them back in his life... even if that means becoming an elderly Scottish nanny. Can his alter ego, Mrs. Doubtfire, help save his relationship with his kids before it's too late? Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3euGQ7-brs4   Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us fo...

487: "Vengeance blackens the soul" | Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) In Mask of the Phantasm, the Dark Knight faces a mysterious vigilante assassinating Gotham's crime bosses. As Batman pursues this elusive figure, he confronts past traumas and a love affair that shaped his life. Links and resources: Batman: Mask of the Phantasm 4K UHD Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) and the Comics Did you...

In a city of secrets, Sean Connery and Wesley Snipes face a web of deception. Danger lurks at every corner -- especially when you try to say "cultural appropriation" while doing a Connery impression. When East meets West, trust no one.  Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EXt9QUAWz4   

The Addams are back, and the family is growing. With the introduction of their new sibling, Pubert, Wednesday and Pugsley both have a common enemy. But will they all recognize the real enemy in time to save Uncle Fester from a suspiciously short marriage? Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bb2FTulPpOA  

A group of friends comes back to the scene of the most memorable times of their lives at Camp Tamakwa. Although they've aged, many fall back into old friendships immediately. When they discover that their old counselor, "Unca Lou" is retiring, some of them will have to decide if they're headed home at the end of the summer, or whether they might make a fresh start. Watch the trailer: https://www.y...

The steel cage match is set! The hosts of Dockingbay 77 Podcast, A Film By Podcast, the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast, and American Soccer Quick Kicks on YouTube all step into the ring to battle it out for the title of the best year for movies from the 1980s. Is it 1981, 1984, 1986, or 1989? Your very own host of the 30Something Movie Podcast, John Reid, moderates this knock-down, drag-out,...

What happens when you mix the vibes of Home Alone with The Omen? You get Henry Evans, a deeply disturbed little boy who may just be the embodiment of evil. It's Kevin McAlister vs Frodo Baggins in The Good Son! Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wv2Dg9LcNZo  

Two young boys, Ossie and TIto — along with their magical white horse, Tir na nOg — embark on an adventure to escape poverty and rediscover their Traveller heritage. They traverse Ireland's beautiful landscapes while on the run from the law. Gabriel Byrne, Ellen Barkin, Ciarán Fitzgerald, Rúaidhrí Conroy, and David Kelly star. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHcMIXxkn3M  

Bob and Gail Jones are expecting their first child in a few months. The only complication is that Bob isn't expected to live that long. With a terminal cancer diagnosis, he's decided to take his camcorder and catalog life lessons for his future child before it's too late. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGdlCrkscMA  

Rudy Ruettiger was a small-town boy with a big dream of playing college football for Notre Dame. Against all odds, he persevered and inspired others to pursue their passions, proving that determination and courage can overcome any obstacle. Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=firK4y-3bKw