Best of the Rest

Paul Verhoeven took a risk when he released an NC-17 movie in nationwide theaters, and after a disastrous box office performance and poor reviews it seemed the risk did not pay off. Or did it? This week we revisit the now cult classic film Showgirls, and discuss everything we like. Hairstyles, lap dances, painted nipples, that pool scene, and plenty more. It's a wild one, darling. Join the Be...

After making beloved animated films like The Iron Giant and The Incredibles, Brad Bird successfully made the jump to live action with Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol. His highly anticipated followup was a very expensive Disney film called Tomorrowland that, unfortunately, was a box office bomb. This week we take a second look to find what this movie does well! The visual effects have aged as...

At long last, we are revisiting one of the most notorious flops of all time: Waterworld! As always, we are here to find the positives and celebrate the best scenes and performances of this post apocalyptic Mad Max on water film. Did you know Kevin Costner's character has gills? Then we are joined by Bob Buel of the 99 Questions podcast for three rounds of movie trivia, prepared especially for...

Stanley Kubrick made his fair share of polarizing films, but perhaps none have had a greater shift in reception than The Shining. While the movie struggled at the box office and was reviled by critics at the time of its release, it has gone on to receive monumental praise and is widely considered to be one of the best horror films ever made. Today we revisit the Overlook Hotel and the wild charact...

Blade Runner was a notorious box office bomb, failing to impress audiences and critics alike. But over time, and with many, many revisions to the movie, its legacy grew to be that of an all-time great sci-fi film. This week we revisit the original theatrical cut of the film and celebrate what the movie got right since day one. The visuals were always stunning, the performances top notch, and hey i...

The Thing is among John Carpenter's best and most respected films.... today. But in 1982, this sci-fi classic was met with disdain from critics and a weak showing at the box office. Today we take a second look to determine what caused this movie's legacy to grow so tremendously over time. Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/us...

When people think of Batman movies from the 90's, they usually remember rubber nipples and Michelle Pfeiffer before thinking about the animated Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. Although a fan favorite now, the movie bombed in theaters and made such a small wave, many people didn't know it existed until years later. Today we're taking a second look to celebrate this once forgotten class...

In this BONUS episode, we discuss every M Night Shyamalan movie we didn't cover, try to define what a twist ending actually is, and then rank his entire filmography. Spoiler warning every M. Night movie, Knives Out, 10 Cloverfield Lane, and New X-Men by Grant Morrison. Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/botrcast Email: bestof...

After a string of critical and box office dissapointments, M. Night Shyamalan finally bounced back with The Visit, and gained back audience's faith with Split. Despite the renewed interest and higher expectations, Glass failed to impress critics and general audiences. But today we take a second look at the conclusion of the Unbreakable trilogy to discuss everything it got right! Samuel L Jack...

After The Happening came The Last Airbender, and after The Last Airbender came... After Earth. Will Smith teamed up with M Night Shyamalan to bring his epic father and son tale of survival to life, and the result was career lows for both of their careers. But we're just here to take a second look and determine what the movie did well! The visuals often impress, the set pieces are fun, and tha...

For many fans, The Happening was the final nail in the coffin for the M Night Shyamalan hype. Both the story and performances have been endlessly mocked, and critics were not at all kind to the film. But today we take a second look at the director's self proclaimed B movie to find what works! (A bonus discussion on The Iron Claw is included after the credits!) Join the Best of the Rest discor...

While some movie goers and critics were disappointed with The Village, it's safe to say M. Night Shyamalan's hot streak was officially over when Lady In The Water flopped in theaters. But this week we take a second look at the Paul Giamatti led bedtime story to find all the things it does well! Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic....

After a trio of hit films and critical acclaim, the next movie from M. Night Shyamalan failed to impress in the same way. The Village may have its defenders, but their praise was quickly drowned out by movie goers mocking the multiple twist endings of the story. Today we just want to talk about what this movie got right, like a wild creature design, commanding performances by Bryce Dallas Howard a...

After starring in Armageddon, but before Pearl Harbor (the movie) Ben Affleck starred in the infamous Reindeer Games. This week we're taking a second look at this twisty movie to find what it does well! A rather stacked cast, including Charlize Theron and Gary Sinise, gives mostly memorable performances, and the plot isn't short on good ideas.  Also Ben Affleck plays a character named Ru...

Writer, actor, podcaster, and friend of the show Justin Michael returns for our third annual holiday special! This year we're talking all things HOOK, the weird dark Peter Pan legacy sequel that came out decades before that stuff was popular. Critics weren't impressed, but audiences have turned this one into a nostalgic favorite. Robin Williams has shaved arms, Glenn Close has a beard, a...

The character of Ernest had humble beginnings in television commercials, but soon made the leap to the big screen. Although critics were never a big fan, his movies were staples video rental stores in the 80's and 90's. We talk all the positives in this holiday classic, including how Ernest has influenced everyone from Jim Carrey, to Michael Scott and The Briscoe Brothers. RIP Andre Brau...

After launching into superstardom with movies like Billy Madison and Happy Gilmore, Adam Sandler attempted to make an animated holiday classic with Eight Crazy Nights. Although the movie has its defenders, it was a major box office bomb and has been panned by critics. Today we're taking a second look at the Hanukkah classic to find out what exactly it does well! Join the Best of the Rest disc...

Disney month comes to a close with one of our biggest episodes yet: The conclusion to the STAR WARS SKYWALKER SAGA, aka Star Wars Episode IX, aka The Rise of Skywalker. We're diving into everything we love about all things Disney Star Wars. Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/botrcast Email: bestoftherestpod@gmail.com Social M...

Robin Williams starred in Flubber, the 1997 remake of the film The Absent Minded Professor. The movie was a box office success, but did not garner positive critical attention and has all but completely fallen out of the pop culture. Today we take a second look to determine what this movie does well, and are surprised to see the visual effects hold up remarkably well. The AI romance, maybe not as m...

Most people think of Disney as an all powerful juggernaut of entertainment, especially in the realm of animated features. But in the mid-80's things weren't so certain when The Black Cauldron failed to make a profit against the biggest budget for an animated movie at the time.  Today we revisit this infamous movie to determine what all it does well! Join the Best of the Rest discord: htt...

Ever since 1995's Toy Story, Pixar has been a force to reckoned with in western animation. In 2006 however, most people seemed to believe the studio released their first mis-step with Cars. Today, we're taking second look at the black sheep franchise of Pixar to examine everything it gets right! Like casting Michael Keaton, KA-CHICKA! Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg...

Two decades after the original Halloween, the horror genre receives one of its first legacy sequels with Halloween H20. Despite the return of Jamie Lee Curtis, the movie was a mild box office success and failed to win over critics. But today we just focus on what the movie does well! Josh Hartnett with unbrushed hair? It's 1998 baby! Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7j...

Final Destination mixes up the slasher formula by removing the slasher. Audiences loved it but critics were not so kind. Today we take a look at everything that works in the inventive teen thriller. Also, find out which cast member Andrew has interviewed before.... Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/botrcast Email: bestoftherestpo...

Released two years after Scream, and one year after I Know What You Did Last Summer, Urban Legend quickly received the reputation as being just another teen slasher. But this week we're here to tell you maybe that's a mistake! Did you hear the one about the Scream knock-off that was actually good? Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepubl...

In the wake of Scream, another cast of young attractive people get killed one by one in a movie with a very long title. It may not have had the same cultural impact as the movie that influenced it, but today we discuss what it does well! Join the Best of the Rest discord: https://discord.gg/86P7jJXNPb Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/botrcast Email: bestoftherestpod@gmail.com Social Media @Bo...