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You know your franchise has hit a new high when the least dangerous part of the movie is Tom Cruise clinging to the outside of a plane mid-takeoff. Rogue Nation injects spy noir into the series, bringing in shadowy conspiracies, double-crosses, and an assassin with a flute case full of bullets. Is this mission a flawless hit—or like the title, does the plot go rogue? #flickflopspodcast #movierevie...

When your entire agency is shut down, protocol says you go dark. But Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol goes big instead. With glitching gadgets, soaring skyscrapers, and Tom Cruise going full Spider-Man, this fourth entry reinvigorated the franchise. Is this the Fast Five of M:I, or just a ghost in the machine? #flickflopspodcast #moviereview #missionimpossible #ghostprotocol #tomcruise #vingrh...

This week, we continue our Mission: Impossible series! After a motorcycled melodrama and some slo-mo doves, Mission: Impossible III decides it’s time to get serious. J.J. Abrams injects emotional stakes, next-gen gadgets, and an actual plot with heart. It’s Ethan Hunt versus one of the most chilling villains in the franchise—but does this spy thriller go rogue in the right direction, or does it ge...

This week, we continue our Mission: Impossible series! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to a decipher the plot through a haze of doves, motorcycles, and slow-motion stares. Directed by John Woo, Mission: Impossible II (2000) turns Ethan Hunt into a leather-jacketed action hero in a romantic thriller with operatic flair. But is this mission a stylish upgrade—or a self-destructing me...

We invited The Hungry & Dangerous on to talk all things Carrie, the novel, the film adaptations, and more. But - we mostly just discussed the "more". INTRO: What happens when horror meets harmony? When a prom queen meets a power chord? Tonight, we're diving into the blood-soaked legacy of Stephen King's Carrie—from the original novel that launched a thousand nightmares to the film adaptations...

This week, we start a series about a franchise that keeps surviving with more style, stunts, and Tom Cruise sprints. That's right, we are talking about Mission Impossible. Directed by Brian De Palma, Mission: Impossible (1996) launched what would become one of the most durable and death-defying action franchises of all time. With a cast of spies, betrayals, and exploding chewing gum, the question...

This week, we're strapping on for six-shooters and diving into the dusty legend of 1993’s Tombstone. Featuring a mustachioed murderers’ row of talent including Kurt Russell, Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton, and the scene-stealing Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday, this western brings the tale of Wyatt Earp back into the spotlight with style and swagger. So pull up a barstool, pour a shot of whiskey, and ask you...

This week, we're boarding the Staten Island ferry for a late-night cruise that's anything but relaxing. In Screamboat (2025), director Steven LaMorte unleashes a pint-sized terror as a mischievous mouse turns a routine commute into a bloody nightmare. With David Howard Thornton, known for his role as Art the Clown, donning the ears of a deranged Steamboat Willie, this horror-comedy sails into unch...

This week, we saddle up for Rust (2025), a Western that finally made it to the big screen after a long—and let’s just say eventful—ride through the desert of production limbo. Directed by Joel Souza and starring Alec Baldwin as a grizzled outlaw named Harland Rust, this film tells the tale of a grandfather busting his grandson out of jail and making a break for the border, all while dodging marsha...

This week on Flick Flops, we’re diving into The Substance (2024), a body horror spectacle starring Margaret Qualley and Demi Moore in a career-defining performance. When an aging actress takes a radical youth-enhancing drug, things go from Hollywood glam to full Cronenberg nightmare real quick. Does this grotesque thriller have enough substance, or is it just another Hollywood facelift gone wrong?...

This week, we're stepping back to 1982 with Ron Howard's comedy Night Shift (1982). Featuring Henry Winkler as a timid morgue attendant and Michael Keaton in his breakout role as an eccentric entrepreneur, this film explores an unconventional business venture that turns the night shift upside down. Does this early '80s comedy still deliver laughs today? Let's find out! #flickflopspodcast #retrorew...

This week, we're taking to the skies with Flight Risk (2025) , the latest thriller directed by Mel Gibson. Starring Mark Wahlberg as a dubious pilot, Michelle Dockery as a determined U.S. Marshal, and Topher Grace as a fugitive with secrets, this high-altitude suspense promises turbulence. But does it soar to thrilling heights or crash under its own weight? Let's find out! Title: Flight Risk Year:...

Flick Flops: Retro Rewind – Three Amigos! (1986) Three actors, one mistaken identity, and a whole lot of exaggerated hip thrusting—This week we are going all the way back to 1986 for Three Amigos! starring Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, and Martin Short in an Old West adventure where the bullets are real, and the cluelessness is even realer. Does this classic comedy still make us laugh, or is it a ‘pl...

This week, we’re cranking it up to 11 with This Is Spinal Tap (1984), the mockumentary directed by Rob Reiner. Starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, this rock ‘n’ roll satire follows the legendary—yet questionably talented—British band Spinal Tap as they embark on a disastrously mismanaged tour. From getting lost backstage to the infamous Stonehenge stage prop debacle, Spi...

🎬 A Flick Flops Tribute: Remembering Val Kilmer (1959–2025) 🎭 In this special episode of Flick Flops, we honor the life and legacy of Val Kilmer—an actor whose presence, depth, and artistry left an unforgettable mark on film and on all of us. From his early days at Juilliard to his breakout roles in Top Gun, Real Genius, and Willow, to his haunting performances in The Doors and Tombstone, Val Ki...

This week, we’re plugging into The Electric State (2025), a high-budget sci-fi adventure directed by the Russo Brothers. Starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, this film takes us on a journey through a crumbling futuristic America, complete with rogue robots and corporate conspiracies. But does The Electric State power up to expectations, or is this a short circuit in sci-fi storytelling? #f...

This week, we're diving into Mickey 17 (2025) , the latest sci-fi offering from acclaimed director Bong Joon-ho. Starring Robert Pattinson in a dual role, this film explores the complexities of identity and survival on a distant planet. But does it live up to the hype of Bong's previous masterpieces? Title : Mickey 17 Year : 2025 Director : Bong Joon-ho Writer : Bong Joon-ho (based on the novel Mi...

This week, we're diving into the comedy-thriller Foul Play (1978), where Goldie Hawn and Chevy Chase team up in a tale filled with suspense, humor, and unexpected twists. Directed by Colin Higgins, this film blends Hitchcockian thrills with romantic comedy. But does this genre mash-up captivate, or is it a relic of its time? #flickflopspodcast #unseenscreen #foulplay #goldiehawn #chevychase #burge...

This week, we're trading our popcorn for hockey sticks and diving into the world of Kevin Smith! From convenience stores to comic book shops, we’re ranking our top 5 favorite Kevin Smith films. Will Clerks claim the top spot, or will Chasing Amy steal the show? Maybe Dogma will have us questioning our choices entirely or God forbid Tusk makes an appearance. Get ready for our visit to the View Aske...

Welcome to Flick Flops, the podcast where we celebrate the highs, the lows, and the wonderfully unexpected corners of pop culture. I’m your host, Andy Parker, and today, we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on actress Michelle Trachtenberg, who sadly passed away last week at the young age of 39. Whether you first saw her as the clever and curious Harriet in Harriet the Spy, the wide-eyed but to...

Flick Flops, the podcast known for its deep dives into cinema’s most infamous misfires, takes a heartfelt detour with a special tribute to the legendary Gene Hackman. In this solo episode, host Andy Parker sets aside the usual tone of playful criticism to honor the life and career of one of Hollywood’s most revered actors. Andy traces Hackman’s journey from his early days in the Marine Corps to hi...

This week, we're clocking in with the comedy classic 9 to 5 (1980). Starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton, this film tackles workplace sexism with humor and heart. But does this tale of office rebellion still resonate today, or is it stuck in the past? Let's punch the time clock and find out! #flickflopspodcast #retrorewind #9to5 #janefonda #lilytomlin #dollyparton #dabneycoleman #col...

This week, we're delving into September 5 (2024), the historical drama that revisits the harrowing events of the 1972 Munich Olympics. Directed by Tim Fehlbaum and featuring a stellar cast, this film offers a fresh perspective by focusing on the journalists who found themselves at the heart of a global tragedy. Does September 5 provide new insights into this event, or does it tread familiar ground...

This week, we're pairing up with Companion (2025), the 2025 thriller that has audiences buzzing. Directed by Drew Hancock and featuring standout performances by Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid, this film takes us on a weekend getaway that turns into a high-stakes game of survival. But is Companion your ride or die, or just a rebound relationship destined for failure? #flickflopspodcast #moviereview...

This week, we're diving into the 1993 classic Groundhog Day. Directed by Harold Ramis and starring Bill Murray, this film takes us on a comedic and philosophical journey as a weatherman relives the same day over and over. But does this time-loop tale still entertain, or is it just a bad case of deja vu? But does this time-loop tale still entertain, or is it just a bad case of deja vu? But does thi...