Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult Classics

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🏀 “Ain’t no rule says a dog can’t play basketball.” We’re still rolling through August’s “Dumping Ground” Month , spotlighting films released in past Augusts—and this week is pure 90s Disney nostalgia . Join Henrique and David in Fernfield, Washington for Air Bud (1997) , the family sports-comedy that launched 13 sequels and even has a meta sequel on the way in 2026. When Josh moves to a new town...

🗡️ “There are worse things out tonight than vampires.” We’re rolling through August’s infamous “Dumping Ground” Month with a cult-defining banger you can truly sink your teeth into . This week, Henrique and David hit Los Angeles for a late-90s juggernaut that revitalized the superhero genre and made vampires cool again : BLADE (1998) . A half-vampire, half-mortal warrior becomes the protector of h...

“Oh, I’m like the Cryptkeeper!” August is here, and that means it’s time to dig into the infamous “Dumping Ground” Month —a time when studios release movies that don’t fit anywhere else… but sometimes, they’re absolute gems . This week, Henrique and David head to sunny California to revisit a body-swap comedy favorite that’s now getting a long-awaited sequel: Freaky Friday (2003) ! When Tess and h...

🏄‍♂️  “Utah, get me two!” Life’s A Beach Month is coming to a close, but we’re going out with 100% pure adrenaline ! This week, Henrique and David hit the shores of Santa Monica, California to take on one of the most iconic action films of the 1990s— Point Break (1991) ! An undercover FBI agent infiltrates a gang of surfing bank robbers in this genre-defining thriller that mixes skydiving , surf...

🛥️  “You want a beer, you get your own beer.” Life’s A Beach Month keeps cruising along this July, and this week, Henrique and David set sail for one of the most underrated summer comedies of the 90s — Captain Ron (1992)! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean , this laid-back adventure follows a suburban family thrown into chaos when they inherit a yacht and hire the...

🌴 “This island didn’t have a murder rate until you people showed up!” Life’s A Beach Month continues in full slasher style! This week, Henrique & David are heading to the Bahamas for another blood-soaked vacation—this time revisiting one of the most iconic (and outrageous) 90s horror sequels ever made: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998) ! Set two years after the events of the origin...

🎓 “You can screw the teachers, but you can’t screw the school!” Life’s A Beach Month keeps the summer sleaze rolling as Henrique and David head to California for a wild deep cut from the exploitation vaults— Malibu High (1979) ! After being dumped by her boyfriend and on the verge of flunking out, Kim takes drastic measures by using her body to climb the social and financial ladder. But things ta...

🦈 “This time… It’s personal!” We’re kicking off Life’s A Beach Month —our annual dive into the most outrageous, overlooked, and sun-soaked summer flicks out there! And what better way to start than with one of the wildest sequels of all time? Henrique & David head to the Bahamas to take on JAWS: The Revenge (1987) —the fourth and final entry in the legendary shark saga. When Ellen Brody’s son...

🎯 “ALWAYS check the barrel!” We’ve reached the epic finale of Listener Request Month , and we’re going out with a high-octane 90s cult classic ! This week, Henrique & David head into the remote mountains of Washington for a thrilling game of life and death in 1994’s Surviving the Game ! A homeless man turned survival guide is recruited by wealthy businessmen—only to discover that he’s the pre...

🎲 “Who wants to play a game? It’s time for Hide & Seek!” 💀 Listener Request Month rolls on as we dive into another fan-favorite pick—this time, a thrilling blend of horror, dark comedy, and survival mayhem. This week, Henrique and David head to Canada for a family game night from hell in one of the most memorable horror-thrillers of the 2010s: 2019’s Ready Or Not! When a bride’s wedding nigh...

🥋 “First learn stand, then learn fly. Nature rule, Daniel-san, not mine.” 🥋 There is no mercy on this podcast as we continue Listener Request Month , featuring the films YOU wanted us to cover. This week, we’re tackling a legendary 80s classic that launched a beloved franchise and continues to inspire fans across generations: 1984’s The Karate Kid! Henrique and David travel to Los Angeles to rev...

🧞‍♂️ “MAKE YOUR WISHESZAAAA!” 💥 It’s a brand-new month, and that means it’s time for Listener Request Month – June Edition! We’re kicking things off with a birthday pick from David that also happens to be a heavily requested fan favorite. If you’re a fan of 90s horror , this one’s a must! This week, Henrique and David travel into the dark world of twisted wishes and gruesome consequences with 19...

“Macgrubie don’t play like homie, and homie don’t play like that.”  We’ve reached the explosive finale of “May They Rest in Peace” Month , and we’re paying tribute to a true Hollywood icon — Val Kilmer — by revisiting one of his most underrated and outrageous roles.  This week, Henrique and David head to New Mexico for a deep dive into the chaotic, raunchy, and wildly misunderstood cult comedy: 20...

“They’re All Gonna Laugh At You!” In this episode of  Do You Even Movie? , we continue “May They Rest in Peace” month , honoring recently lost legends of the screen. We’re also checking off a Listener Request with a horror classic that redefined the genre. Join Henrique & David in California as they revisit the 1976 horror masterpiece that made prom night terrifying— “CARRIE.” Carrie White, a...

“In death there are no accidents, no coincidences, no mishaps, and no escapes.” This week, we’re continuing our tribute to iconic performers we’ve recently lost, as part of our May They Rest In Peace series. Join Henrique and David as they travel to Canada (spiritually, at least) to revisit one of the most memorable horror thrillers of the 2000s: Final Destination . Directed by James Wong and star...

“You’re an individual, and that makes people nervous. And it’s gonna keep making people nervous for the rest of your life.” 2025 isn’t even halfway through and already we’ve lost several iconic figures in entertainment. To honor their legacies, we’re launching a tribute series this month titled “May They Rest In Peace.” We’re starting with a loss that hit us right in the childhood heart. 🎬 This w...

“Buildings Burn, People Die, But Real Love is Forever!” We’re closing out April Showers in unforgettable fashion—with a rain-drenched, emotionally charged 90s classic that’s also one of Henrique’s all-time favorite films. Join Henrique and David as they descend into the stormy streets of Detroit for a tale of loss, vengeance, and gothic heroism in 1994’s The Crow . Directed by Alex Proyas and star...

“We’re rolling out to Chomp Town!” The April Showers theme surges ahead—this time with sharp teeth and rising water levels! Join Henrique and David in a (fake) Florida town as they break down 2019’s intense creature-feature CRAWL . It’s a hurricane survival story with a whole lot of bite. Directed by Alexandre Aja and starring Kaya Scodelario , Barry Pepper , and Morfydd Clark , this alligator-inf...

“There are only murderers in this room! Michael! Open your eyes! This is the life we chose, the life we lead. And there is only one guarantee: none of us will see heaven.” April Showers roll on, and this week Henrique and David are heading to  Rock Island, Illinois for a rainy, emotionally charged journey into organized crime and father-son bonds. We’re diving deep into Sam Mendes’ 2002 neo-noir m...

"This movie has everything, thrills, chills, and chemical spills." - David April Showers bring... zombies? We're diving headfirst into a rain-soaked night of punk, terror, and outrageous undead mayhem with one of the most iconic zombie films of all time—The Return of the Living Dead (1985)! This cult classic is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and we're joining Henrique and David in Louisville, K...

“Look! We just want the money! You guys can walk away, we won’t kill you!” A new month means a brand-new theme, and for April, we’re diving into “April Showers” —a month dedicated to films set in rainy, storm-drenched worlds! This week, Henrique and David head to Huntingburg, Indiana , where the rain is relentless and the stakes are sky-high in the 1998 action thriller Hard Rain . With three milli...

“Brave Solutions, Steadfast Commitment!” We’ve reached the final episode of our “March Into the Dark” series , and we’re going out with a bang! This week, Henrique and David head to the hills of California for a holiday gathering that turns into a twisted competition you won’t forget. 🎬 In 2019’s A Nasty Piece of Work, a private equity boss invites employees to a Christmas party… but instead of e...

“You need to learn to take a joke!” March Into the Dark continues as we dive back into the underrated Blumhouse horror anthology on Hulu !This time,  Henrique and David head to California for an April Fools’ Day from Hell —where pranks turn into something far more sinister. 🎬 A pair of siblings check into a secluded motel, only to endure a night of terrifying practical jokes that go way too far i...

“How many times has he killed me?!” March Into the Dark continues as we explore our favorite entries from the underrated Blumhouse horror anthology on Hulu . This week, Henrique and David take us to a quiet desert town , where a geneticist fears her son may be a serial killer —and her twisted solution? Creating clones to cure him of his violent tendencies in 2019’s All That We Destroy ! Directed b...