CINEMISSES!

While most dystopian remakes lean into camp or the fantastical — this one dares to be frighteningly real. In today's episode, Matt and Tug dive into Edgar Wright’s gritty reimagining of "The Running Man," a sharp, modern take on the classic sci-fi story from Stephen King. Unlike the over-the-top 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger film, this version taps into a near-future that feels disturb...

Join Matt and Tug for our latest episode (unfortunately our 29th vs our 28th – it was laying right there for us), as we explore the cult zombie classic 2 8 Days Later. We will delve into its impact on zombie content in early 2000s popular culture, as well as the film's themes, cast, and the creative minds behind this groundbreaking horror flick. A lot of shit comes up in this one – survival,...

In this episode, Matt and Tug explore the stylistic elements, storytelling techniques, and cast of Guy Ritchie's 2000 film Snatch . The hosts delve into Ritchie's influences, unique editing style, and the impact of its characters, providing insights for film enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. Matt also proposes a Guy Ritchie-based drinking game, which we are sure will be all the rage...

Today Matt and tackle a light-hearted summertime romp, a film that some would even call the "feel-good movie of 2007!" That's right, it's the Coen Brothers' award winning masterpiece – "No Country For Old Men." The boys will explore the plot and themes of the film, the Coen's unique approach to storytelling and filmmaking, even a little bit about Cormac McCa...

In this episode, Matt and Tug explore Ryan Coogler's acclaimed 2025 horror thriller “Sinners” delving into its themes, production, and cultural significance. We discuss the film's unique blend of horror, history, and music, as well as insights into the director's journey and the film's impact. We go deep in detail, exploring themes of race, history, vampire mythology, and filmm...

In this episode, Matt and Tug explore the surrealist film Being John Malkovich directed by Spike Jonze and written by Charlie Kaufman. The fellas discuss its unique storytelling, character development, and the impact of its innovative approach on cinema. There is much pontification about if there are, in fact, too many ideas that don't ever really get paid off. Diving pretty deep on the chara...

In this episode, Tug and Matt pay tribute to recently deceased actors, delve into the horror genre, and explore the film Weapons directed, written, produced, and co-scored by Zach Cregger. The conversation highlights the evolution of horror films, the significance of cast and characters, and the critical reception and box office success of Weapons. Matt and Tug delve into the intricacies of a film...

In this episode, Matt and Tug dive deep into the intricacies of the film John Wick , exploring its characters, plot, and the unique approach to capturing action sequences  that set it apart from typical action movies. They discuss the physical toll on Keanu Reeves during filming, touching on how – together – Matt and Tug could not perform a single one of the stunts that Keanu seems to take for gra...

In today's episode, Matt and Tug take on Step Brothers , exploring the themes of personal growth and the transition that Brennan and Dale take as they grow into adulthood. (Spoiler alert: There isn't a ton of growth.) The convo ranges from Matt and Tug's love of improv comedy to the comedic partnership between Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly and finishes with the boys discussing som...

In this episode, Matt and Tug delve into the complexities of the film Oppenheimer , exploring its themes of scientific discovery, personal turmoil, and the moral implications of nuclear warfare. They get into their initial expectations, the film's plot, and the impressive ensemble cast. The conversation also touches on the film's box office success and critical acclaim, as well as the so...

In this conversation, some version of Matt and Tug delve into the intricacies of the film "Everything Everywhere All At Once." They explore the multiverse concept, character dynamics, and the film's unique blend of realism and fantasy. The discussion highlights the importance of communication and relationships within the narrative, as well as the film's visual storytelling and...

Today's conversation tackles a very popular film, "Heat" written and directed by Michael Mann. Mat and Tug explore themes of crime, law enforcement, and the complex relationships between characters. They discuss the duality of the protagonists – they use the word parallel a lot, same thing – the realism of the narrative, and the moral implications of their choices. The conversation...

In this episode of CINEMISSES!, Matt and Tug delve into the film "The Holdovers," directed by Alexander Payne. The hosts analyze key scenes that highlight the growth of relationships, the impact of family dynamics, and the significance of empathy and connection. They also talk about how effing hard it was to make this movie as fast as Payne did, and the impact of setting and music on the...

In today's conversation, Matt and Tug delve into the intricate layers of Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," exploring character development, cinematic techniques, and the film's unique narrative style that is a hallmark of Tarantino's work. They discuss the emotional struggles of characters like Rick Dalton and Cliff Booth, the portrayal of Sharon Ta...

In this episode, Matt and Tug crash land on the movie, "District 9," exploring its allegory for apartheid, character development, and the unique narrative style of found footage. They discuss Neil Blomkamp's background and the film's production challenges, as well as its unexpected success and cultural commentary on humanity's treatment of those considered to be "othe...

In this episode of Cinemisses, hosts Matt and Tug get animated about the film "Isle of Dogs" directed by Wes Anderson. They discuss their love for monster movies and special effects, the unique storytelling style of Anderson, and, of course, the exacting detail Anderson and team display in their incredible stop motion animation. The wide ranging conversation delves into key themes such a...

Today on CINEMISSES!, hosts Matt and Tug belly up to the wine tasting bar for the film Sideways. They discuss its characters, themes, and the impact of writer/director Alexander Payne. They share personal anecdotes related to wine, analyze the film's critical reception, and reflect on the complexities of friendship and personal growth. They discuss the evolution of Miles' character, his...

In this conversation, Tug and Matt  delve into the film 'Dredd', exploring its themes of crime and punishment, and the moral dilemmas faced by the protagonists. They breakdown the intense action sequences, the portrayal of violence, and the character arcs of Dredd and Anderson, highlighting how Anderson (and even Dredd) evolves throughout the film. They delve into the film's brutal...

Today's episode has Matt and Tug delving into the film Crazy, Stupid, Love , exploring its themes of divorce, love, growing up and, of course, picking up women. They discuss the film's direction, writing, and the performances of the ensemble cast, highlighting the balance of humor with emotional depth. The discussion highlights the unexpected connections between characters and the existe...

In this episode of CINEMISSES!, Matt and Tug dive into the complexities of The Godfather Part II, exploring its themes of family, loyalty, and betrayal. They discuss the film's unique structure that intertwines the stories of Vito and Michael Corleone, the challenges faced by writer-director Francis Ford Coppola, and the amazing performances of Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Diane Keaton to na...

In this episode, Matt and Tug delve into the neo-noir film Kiss Kiss Bang Bang , written and directed by Shane Black. They explore the film's stylistic blend of humor, action, and character dynamics, particularly focusing on the performances of Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer and the deep homage the movie pays to pulp fiction classics of the 40s and 50's. They also reflect on the film&a...

In today's episode, Tug and Matt discuss the film The Martian , exploring its themes of survival, ingenuity, and the power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. They delve into the film's production, it's all killer, no filler cast, and Ridley Scott's amazing career and directorial style. They also analyze the dynamics between the characters and the political implicatio...

In this episode, Matt and Tug delve into the blood and goo-soaked details of John Carpenter's  1982 gorefest,  The Thing , focusing on the film's practical effects, the influences behind its creation, and the themes of paranoia and transformation that shine through this shapeshifting tale. They discuss the artistry of practical effects versus CGI, the film's unique approach to horro...

On today's show, Tug and Matt indoctrinate themselves into the film Jojo Rabbit , exploring its themes of friendship, conflict, and the horrors and absurdities of war. They discuss the character development of Jojo as he navigates his indoctrination as a Nazi youth and his growing feeelings towards Elsa, a Jewish girl hiding in his home. The conversation highlights key scenes, including famil...

In this episode, with sirens blaring and tires screeching, Matt and Tug take on  Hot Fuzz, an arresting action-comedy directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. They explore how it both celebrates and takes the piss out of 80s and 90s action movies and dissect the unique style of Edgar Wright. They also  absolutely fawn over the film's cast, which includes not only Pegg...