Comedy Film Nerds

Chris and Graham go down to the San Diego Comic Con and interview Kung Fu film expert, Ric Meyers.  Ric talks about his panel, the Superhero Kung Fu Extravaganza, that has been at Comic Con for 15 years.  Then there is a healthy discussion about the Dark Knight films and the use of martial arts in them.  Also discussed are movie studio conspiracies and obscure martial arts films.  It is a nerd exp...

Graham and Chris welcome Erik Griffin into the Nerd HQ.  Erik talks about his character, Montez Walker, from the show Workaholics on Comedy Central.  Erik and Graham spilt a little on Spider-Man.  Chris was just so-so on Savages.  Graham and Erik both liked Ted.  Chris' was glad to see Brave was better than Cars 2 but not as good as Up.  Graham gives a good recommendation to Safety Not Guaranteed....

It's a new special themed episode called "DVD Closet!" Jackie brings a bunch of DVD's into the nerd HQ and they admit they are gay...wait no that's not what happens.  Chris, Graham and Jackie talk about her collection of films.  Some classics and gulity pleasures are discussed.  Maybe this will be a regular event? (Cliffhanger ending)

Chrisam (short for Chris and Graham) are glad to have Neil T. Weakley back in the Nerd HQ for a sound discussion of Cult films.  Neil goes into what makes a cult films.  Then all three lads are off to the races about how some cult films start out with bad box office then get some kind of loyal following that builds.  Also there are the really horrible movies that gain cult stauts because they are...

It's a Never Not Funny episode of CFN with Jimmy Pardo.  Chris and Graham welcome back the podcaster who was impressed with Tom Cruise but not at all with Rock of Ages.  Chirs and Jimmy talk musicals.  Graham felt that Your Sister's Sister is what a rom-com should be.  Jimmy reveals that his favoirte film is Breaking Away and why you should watch all the disaster films of the 70's before you watch...

Chris and Graham welcome The Longshot Podcast co-host Sean Conroy into the Nerd HQ.  Sean talks about doing a podcast with Eddie Pepitone and how he made fun of Graham when they first met.  Then all three share their thoughts of disappointment about Prometheus, with Chris a little more in favor of the film.  Sean was just so-so about Lola Versus but loves going to the Hollwood Bowl for a Sound of...

Chris and Graham welcome comic and author Sean Cullen into the nerd HQ.  Sean talks about why he liked certain aspects of Snow White and the Huntsman, but was confused about some of the hunting techniques.  Chris liked the French film, The Intouchables.  Graham enjoyed Moonrise Kingdom and all three lads had a good discussion about Wes Anderson and Blade Runner.  Sean gave us some insight about wo...

Chris and Graham welcome back Geekscape host Jonathan London into the nerd HQ.  Jonathan and Graham liked MIB3, even though it has some problems.  Jonathan talks about how different trailers are cut in other countries.  Chris liked the acting in Take This Waltz.  Jonathan tells us about his experience with People vs. George Lucas and a new documentary he is working on.  Goon is the best of the new...

Chris and Graham welcome the other half of Hard and Phirm, Mike Phirman,  into the Nerd HQ.  Mike talks about being the producer for Palm Strike Dance Party and doing visual effects for such classics as Firestarter 2.  Chris was questioning his sanity after Battleship.  Mike and Graham both laughed out loud during The Dictator.  Graham watched just enough of What to Expect When You're Expecting to...

Chris and Graham have 24 hours to save the world and their guest Mary Lynn Rajskub is going to help!  And talk about movies.  Chris was underwhelmed by Dark Shadows.  Mary Lynn liked Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.  Graham was perplexed by some fo the music choices in the indie film Hick.  Then Mary Lynn talks about the possibliity of a 24 film.  What working with Paul Thomas Anderson is like and Chri...

Chris and Graham welcome comic/podcaster Dan Gabriel into the Nerd HQ.  And then it's All AVENGERS!  Three Nerds talk about why they loved this blockbuster! Graham's new CD Palm Strike Dance Party is now in the Store!  Dan talks about his podcast The Best Medicine.  Dan reccomends a lesser known Richard Dreyfuss comedy from the 1980's.  DVDs, in theaters and much more!

Chris and Graham welcome the co-host of Who Charted? Kulap Vilaysack.  It's a fun filled show where they talk about why this weeks box office was so lame.  Graham was just so-so with The Raven, but thinks that Longfellow needs his own theme park.  Chris thought The Giant Mechanical Man was boring.  Kulap talks about Who Charted and what films she thinks are going to take the summer box office.  DV...

Viva Las Vegas!  Chris and Graham are joined by nerd writer Allan Havey in Sin City!  It is a themed episode where the boys discuss Allan's trip to the Turner Classic Movies festival.  Complete with some great old Hollywood stories.  Allan gives insight about some lesser known classic films and his CFN Guide to Movies chapter on war films.  It is a nerd-a-palooza for all things classic cinema!

Chris and Graham welcome back nerd writer, Dean Haglund.  Dean gives us updates on the most recent conspiracies, why he lives in Chris' garage and his kickstarter project.  Chris points out some small upsides to Three Stooges.  Dean loved Cabin in the Woods.  And Graham talks about a good doc, The Island President.  A couple of good DVDs and a upcoming weekend of some mostly dumb looking films.  D...

Chris and Graham go on a tri-state killing spree...wait that's something else.  They welcome in Seinfeld writer, Fred Stoller.  Fred talks about his new kindle single, My Seinfeld Year, where he descripes writing on that show like the opposite of his favoritie year.  Chris liked Morgan Spurlock's Comic Con film but hoped for a little more.  Fred and Chris both liked God Bless America.  Fred gives...

Chris and Graham talk about Wrath of the Titans and why it got beat at the box office by Hunger Games.  Graham wants everyone to join in a hockey fight and see Goon.  Chris really liked The Lorax despite it having a bad trailer which sparks a discussion about how much trailers have changed and why.  Some good DVDs and interesting choices for upcoming releases.

Fan favorite and Nerd writer Laura House returns to the Nerd cave.  Chris and Graham both liked the Hunger Games but wanted a better action director.  Laura really liked Jeff Who Lives at Home.  Graham thinks The Raid is a must see for martial art film fans.  Laura talks about her Rom Com chapter in the CFN book and why Joe vs The Volcano is a solid make out film.  Some good DVD's coming out and a...

Chris and Graham welcome back Frank Conniff to enjoy a bench press and some gargolyes.  Frank talks about films and live shows for Cinematic Titanic.  Chris thought John Carter wasn't so bad.  Graham was bored with Jump Street and really lIked Being Flynn.  Frank enjoyed Game Change but wanted a little more.  Some good DVD's out and two good films in theaters this week.  This episode will make you...

EPISODE 100!!!  We did it!  Thanks for making this show go this long, couldn't have done it without the whole Kitten Hand Army! Very happy to welcome Sam Tripoli into the Nerd Cave.  Sam talks about his podcast, The Naughty Show and doing the LA Podcast Festival.  Chris liked parts of Detachment and was horrified at others.  Sam thinks if you are a fan of Tim and Eric on Adult Swim, you will like...

Chris and Graham welcome comic/actress Retta from Parks and Rec into the Gargoyle University.  Graham was really disappointed with Project X but wanted to have a baby with Act of Valor.  Chris thought Wanderlust was better than the trailer. Retta talks about writer/director Richard Curtis and her favorite film, Love Actually.  And some of the inner workings of shooting a TV show.  DVDs, new releas...

It's an Oscar wrap-up nerd style!  Chris, Graham, Neil and Mike all weigh in on who won and why.  They talk about how the show felt like it was from 1989.  Find out why rabbits are in pots and zone bars are in the alley.  It is a nerd-a-riffic Oscar show that will put a trophy in your pants!

Chris and Graham welcome comic Dwayne Perkins into the Nerd HQ to talk about some Oscar noms.  But first they compare Safe House to Training Day and why no one saw Ghost Rider.  Chris liked Secret World of Arrietty.  Then they all give thier picks for Best Actor, Director, Adapted and Original screenplay.  Plus DVDs and new releases and some great nerdery!

Happy Valentine's Day!  May your kitten hands be filled with love and bad accents!  Chris and Graham welcome from the My Picker is Broken podcast Pamela Georgette and Todd Sawyer.  Pam is a licensed therapist and Todd is a comic.  Pam gives her professional opinion about The Vow and several other classic romance films for a special themed episode that will warm your heart with knowledge and joy.  ...

Chris and Graham welcome back nerd writer and Dork Forest host Jackie Kashian.  Graham gets bored with the found footage in Chronicle.  Chris and Jackie differ on the entire Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series.  Then it's more Oscar talk as Jackie gives insight as why The Help recieved two nominations for Best Supporting Actress.  DVDs have some stupid choices and why would anyone want to see the 3...

Chris and Graham welcome back T.J. Miller back into the Nerd HQ.  They talk about T.J.'s new podcast and CD DVD that are now available in the CFN store.  Also why The Grey is a disappointment unless you are a wolf.  Graham hopes Man on a Ledge expands to veranda's and roofs.  More oscar talk as Chris and T.J. weigh in about the Descendants.  All agree that the Best Supporting Actor pics are all so...