Catbox Chronicles

Well, it's almost February, and that means we're almost out of this gosh-awful cold winter. We stayed in this week and watched two movies. One is on Netflix, the other is on AppleTV. Finally, we watched a recommended show that had four parts but felt like a four-hour movie. Does Ben Affleck need acting school? Does Matt Daaamon watch sunsets? Why is Kyle Chandler always the bad guy. Does Jennifer...

Welcome to another messy episode about the too long but beautiful Avatar 3, the not so original Weapons, and the too easy ending of Stranger Things. You were warned about spoilers before, but never in these descriptions. Now you know :). Anyway, we finally saw Avatar. Was it just a rehash of the second film with a different bad guy? Mostly. Is Amy Mad Again in Weapons? Er, Madigan.  And finally St...

Still no Avatar? What in the wild world of sports is going on? Ok, we've been hessitant to see it, given that we've been told it's basically a rehash of the second film. If that's twue its twue, but we'll probably see it at some point. This week we Wake Up Dead Man, and talk about the new Knives Out mystery that just...sucks. Then we discuss everyone's favorite Netflix show Stranger Things. Does H...

Today's episode features two polar opposite films. One that was freaking awesome, and one that... is. We're talking about Disney Animation's new Zootopia 2 which is just an all around great film about partners and why we shouldn't make fun of people who aren't like us (animals in the movie of course), and then you have the snorefest Bugonia which, as mention many times, is OSCAR BAIT. That's liter...

Welcome to your pre-Thanksgiving treat, a convoluted podcast about three big things we've seen this week plus a couple of honorable mentions. First, Nuremberg, which stars Rami Malek and Russel Crowe, is a true story about the psychiatrists who tried to get to the bottom of what made the Nahzees tick during WWII. It's a decent film, and of course also stars Michael Shannon. Then, we go onto the me...

Tell me doctor, where are we going this time? Is this the 80s, or 20-25. All I wanted to do, was record a podcast about movies. So take me away, I don't mind, but you better watch Substance if you don't like spoilers. Ok that doesn't rhyme. Anyway, we celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of the best movies ever made, and then review a so-so turd from 2024, The Substance. Plus, we talk about  Kath...

On this episode, we discuss the movie Roofman which has Kirsten (Unst) Dunst, and Channing Tatum, and is based on the true story of Jeffery Manchester, who managed to escape prison and live in a Toys R Us store for 6 months. How was that even possible? How did he not get caught, and why was the pawn shop so oblivious? Then, we break down the horror flick The Black Phone 2. Is it really horror thou...

We're back! No more long topics about nothing and life hacks. That's all done. We're bringing back the show to give you recommendations of movies and television shows to watch, because who doesn't want another podcast that does that. On this episode, we discuss PTA's new masterpiece One Battle After Another, which as of this posting, is still in theaters. Go see it before it leaves. Keep in mind,...

Hey it's good to be back home again... especially with what happened during the weekend that was. Our third outing to the West Bend Cache Ba$h in West Bend, Wisconsin was... well, not the charm. Hey, it's not my fault Nissan cars aren't as reliable as Toyota. It IS my fault that my car has over 180,000 miles on it. It's not my fault that alternators are designed to fail at set intervals. What else...

Sorry about that. This was supposed to come out on Tuesday (yesterday). It wasn't edited at that point. What? I got addicted to That 70's Show, and totes forgot to go upstairs and edit it. You would too. So.... Welcome to season four. We had a fairly busy summer. Not as busy as last year that it needed to be divided into three episodes. We did see some concerts, and we did watch a lot of movies, s...

Okay okay! We missed last week. Sorry! Things happen. You were busy too, admit it. As we approach summer in about three weeks, we're curious as to where the heck springtime is. For most of the northern part of the US, Mother Nature has been on a tirade of nanny nanny boo boo weather. Mother Nature can't get her act together with the weather, but that shouldn't stop you with getting a garden going!...

So you've decided to bring home a new cat huh? You've already got two, but your wife (or husband) has been hounding you for two years to get a third one. Well, that day comes and now what? You've got a scared cat that hates your cats, and you most of all. What did you do wrong? Well, there may be a few things, but you can find out more about introducing a new cat in this episode. Just remember, ti...

Finally. Three episodes later, we discuss the fated Muse concert in late February at the Target Center. Admit it, you were waiting with baited breath for a recap of that night in February, weren't you. Probably not. Anywho, we also saw Styx in the time it took to make this episode. Nah, it was recorded over this past weekend. We're just lazy. Styx was at the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minneso...

Ah... the 95th Academy Awards. I bet you didn't watch all three and a half hours did you? Well, to be honest, we can't say we don't blame you if you missed it. Every year, the show runs long, there's always long speeches, music numbers, and questionable activities. So here's our take on the show. We watched it so you don't have to. We list off the winners with some minimal commentary, and you'll g...

Ok, too many Ts in that Title. Terrific. I'll see myself out. Anyway, two topics today (I can't stop) dealing with particular breeds of cats. What exactly qualifies for a tuxedo cat? Normally, when you picture a tuxedo cat, it's black and white right? Well, you pesky listener, you're missing out on other types.  Also, I'm feeling tortitude talking about this episode, because we discuss whether tor...

Well that's over and done with. The weekend that was, or wasn't, or was. I'm confused. This past weekend, we went to downtown St. Paul to catch a monthly event that I had never been to but the Melanie had. Roller Derby!!! What is roller derby? Well, unless you actually go and see it, or you've seen the Elliot Page movie "Whip It" you probably know what it is. Other than that, it's kind of hard to...

With award season in full swing, we saw Harry take home the coveted grammy for best album, and Beyonce smash emmy records, but today we're talking about movies (again). This time, we set our sights on what could be considered Brendan Fraser's comeback. The film is known as The Whale, and has already garnered Oscar buzz. Alas, if Brendan wins best actor, he won't be there to celebrate because why s...

Every year around January, my brother and I, and now Melanie, tabulate the best movies we've seen from the previous year. We go back and we rate them from worst to best, and usually finalize the list on our website forum. As with last year, we're bringing the same format to the podcast, and counting down the best movies of 2022, in order of worst to first (pun intended for my cousin).  Anywho, 202...

Every year around January, my brother and I, and now Melanie, tabulate the best movies we've seen from the previous year. We go back and we rate them from worst to best, and usually finalize the list on our website forum. As with last year, we're bringing the same format to the podcast, and counting down the best movies of 2022, in order of worst to first (pun intended for my cousin).  Anywho, 202...

Okay campers, this MAY be the final episode of the year. We say that with an asterisk, or *, for short, because it is almost time to be lost in the mess of year ending holidays. So just like last year, we'll be taking a break until January, when it gets super cold, boring, and bleak. Yikes. Well, for most of the country covered in snow it does. All you folks in the tropics and southern US don't kn...

Do you always feel like somebody's watching you? Well, your name is Rockwell isn't it? Do you leave your curtains open and door unlocked at night? If so, you're one crazy person! On this week's episode of the pod, we tackle the Netflix phenomenon "The Watcher" which is based on a true story. It all happened in Westfield, NJ, at 657 Boulevard. Yes that's the address. 6-5-7-Boulevard. Yikes.  First...

Well, that's a personal opinion man, but Melanie and Justin count down their favorite 20 scary and/or Halloween movies. We're counting em down! Will Freddy make an appearance? How has Justin not seen Friday the 13th? Which movies did you see coming and which didn't you? Hint: one of these films may have won Best Picture! Word of warning, this episode is heavy on spoilers! Which director has the mo...

Muhahahahaha ha eh h h.... Anyway, what's up Catboxers. Yeah, we took a week off last week. What of it. Suddenly, its October, and you know what that means? Higher electric bills, and snow on Halloween? Yes to both. No, its also spooky season! With that being said, we kick off the month with a look at Hocus Pocus 2, which is on Disney+ Almost 30 years in the making, this sequel brings with it much...

Face it, 'tis the season where our waistlines expand, and before you know it, Jolly Old Saint Nick is going to chastise you for eating all of those Christmas Cookies. If you haven't guessed, today's episode is all about food. Yes, we need foods to survive. But, given it is fall (for most of us), we wondered what some comfort foods you enjoy are. Whether you're into casserole, er... hotdish, or you...

Hey look ma I set the stage on fire! Well, at least Panic at the Disco! did in St. Paul, MN during their tour. Our own correspondent Melanie was there, and gives the 411 on the night that was. But that's not all we're talking about on this week's episode. You see, it's the autumnal equinox soon. That's fall! A big season with leaves (it has the juice). I can't imagine a more beautiful thing. I mea...