Hollywood Hangout

Pull up a chair and crack open a cold one—welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout ! This week, your host Boxman  is throwing it back to 1998 to unpack a late-90s cult classic that is absolute, chaotic gold: The Big Hit . Starring Mark Wahlberg as Melvin Smiley—the world's most anxious, approval-seeking hitman—this flick blends high-octane John Woo-style action with ridiculous, over-the-top comed...

Welcome to the Hollywood Hangout ! In this episode, Boxman reviews the 2017 horror-thriller Get Out . 🎬 Behind-the-Scenes: Fascinating production facts. The Talent: Breaking down the stellar acting. Scene Breakdown: Digging deep into the movie's most iconic and unsettling moments. Like, subscribe, and hang out with us every Thursday at 9:30 PM Eastern. Live on YouTube. YouTube: https://www.yo...

What happens when the Mayor of NYC won’t listen? You start tagging. Join Boxman on the Hollywood Hangout as he reviews the 1985 classic Turk 182. We’re digging into the facts you didn't know, the stellar cast (Hutton! Urich! Cattrall!), and the specific scenes that make this movie a forgotten gem of the 80s. Is it a masterpiece or a product of its time? Boxman has the answers. Listen now! Chec...

Pull up a chair and welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout ! This week, your host Boxman  is diving deep into the bargain bin of 2015 to rescue a crime thriller that absolutely deserves a second look: Criminal Activities . If you missed this one when it dropped, you aren’t alone—but Boxman is here to explain exactly why it’s a massive, slept-on gem. We’re breaking down the tight, twisty plot that f...

Welcome to Hollywood Hangout , the ultimate destination for deep dives into cult favorites, action thrillers, and late-night cinema classics. Hosted by Boxman , this is the movie review podcast that skips the pretentious high-brow critique and gets straight to the heavy-hitting entertainment. In this episode, Boxman tears into the high-octane 2010 action thriller, Faster . There’s no wasting time...

Grab a cold drink and pull up a chair for this episode of Hollywood Hangout, where your host Boxman strips down the cinematic classics and cult favorites you love. On this turn, we’re stepping straight into the ring with the criminally underrated 1992 sports-drama con movie, Diggstown. No endless pre-show banter or fluff here—we dive right into the dusty streets of Michael Ritchie's favorite f...

Grab your surfboards and pull on your ex-president masks—this week on the Hollywood Hangout , Boxman is diving headfirst into the ultimate 90s action masterpiece: Point Break (1991) ! In this episode, Boxman breaks down the iconic, star-studded cast that made this high-octane thriller a cult classic. We’re talking about Keanu Reeves as the brilliantly named FBI rookie Johnny Utah, Patrick Swayze i...

Welcome back to Hollywood Hangout ! In this episode, Boxman takes an unfiltered look at Paul Verhoeven’s sci-fi thriller, Hollow Man . We kick things off by breaking down the star-studded cast, featuring Kevin Bacon in a physically (and digitally) demanding performance alongside Elisabeth Shue and Josh Brolin. From there, we dive straight into the film’s groundbreaking visual effects and its dark...

Grab a seat, kick back, and join Boxman  for another deep dive into the intersection of cinema and reality. Whether it’s a forgotten gem or a certified classic, we’re peeling back the layers of the silver screen to see what’s actually underneath. This week, Boxman steps into the dusty, high-stakes world of the 1992 neo-noir mystery, Thunderheart . Starring Val Kilmer as an FBI agent rediscovering...

Grab a seat at the table for this episode of Hollywood Hangout, where Boxman takes a hard-hitting look at the 2012 action-thriller, Bullet to the Head . In this deep dive, we break down the gritty partnership between a hitman and a detective, exploring the cast and the veteran presence they bring to this neo-noir landscape. We analyze the characters' motivations and the explosive chemistry tha...

Fire up the CB radio and grab your gear! This week on Hollywood Hangout , your host Boxman  is back in the driver’s seat, and we are thrilled to welcome back the one and only Derk  for another high-speed deep dive. In this episode, we’re hitting the road to dissect the 1980 sequel, Smokey and the Bandit II . While the mustache is just as iconic, the road trip is a whole different beast this time a...

Welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout , the only spot where we dissect the glitz, the glam, and the occasional end-of-the-world party. This week, the man with the plan (and the cardboard), Boxman , is stepping into the booth to break down the 2013 meta-comedy cult classic: This Is the End . Inside the Box This Week: The Cameo Carousel: From Michael Cera’s "unhinged" behavior to the back-...

Welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout , your premier destination for all things cinema and pop culture! This week, we’re looking ahead at the massive slate of action and thrillers hitting screens in 2026. Join Boxman as he dives into a spoiler-free breakdown of the most anticipated releases of the year. Whether you’re looking for high-octane stunts, gritty crime dramas, or mind-bending sci-fi, we’...

Welcome to the Hollywood Hangout , the podcast where we pull back the velvet curtain on the legends of the silver screen. In this special tribute episode, your host Boxman  pays homage to the ultimate icon of grit, discipline, and power: the late, great Chuck Norris . Join Boxman as he traces the incredible journey of Carlos Ray "Chuck" Norris, from his humble beginnings to becoming a gl...

Grab your Stetson and jump into the driver's seat! This week on Hollywood Hangout , your host Boxman  is joined once again by the incomparable Derk  to take a high-speed trip back to 1977. We’re breaking down the ultimate bootlegging classic: Smokey and the Bandit . In this episode, we dive deep into the chemistry that made this movie a legend. From the effortless cool of Burt Reynolds and the...

Pull up a chair and grab a drink— Boxman  is back in the booth for a high-octane deep dive into the short performances that cast long shadows. In this episode of Hollywood Hangout , we’re breaking down those "blink and you’ll miss it" moments that ended up defining the entire movie. From legendary monologues to hilarious meta-nods, Boxman ranks 10 of the greatest cameos to ever grace the...

Buckle up, movie buffs and bargain-bin enthusiasts! This week on Hollywood Hangout , your host Boxman dives deep into the chaotic world of turn-of-the-millennium comedy. We aren't doing this alone, though. We’ve brought in the big guns—special guest Derk joins the booth to help us dissect the 2000 cult classic (or is it?), Screwed . In this episode, Boxman and Derk break down the cinematic may...

This week on Hollywood Hangout , we’re diving into the 2006 cult classic, Grandma’s Boy . Your host Boxman  is joined by the legendary Cheezman  to break down a film that is essentially the cinematic equivalent of a 3:00 AM gaming session. Whether you’re a high-level tester or just here for the chimpanzee in a karate gi, this episode has something for you. What’s on the Menu? The Legends of Happy...

Welcome to the Hollywood Hangout , the place where we dissect the glitz, the grit, and the mind-bending side of cinema. This week, the booth looks a little different as Boxman goes solo  for a deep dive into Guy Ritchie’s most polarizing and cerebral film to date: the 2005 psychological thriller, Revolver . If you thought Snatch  was complicated, grab a notebook. Here’s what’s on the docket for th...

Grab a seat and a cold drink and lets go back to 2005.—It's time for another session at the Hollywood Hangout. This week, we’re heading to the snowy, gritty streets of Detroit to break down the 2005 cult classic, Four Brothers. The show kicks off with Boxman flying solo to set the stage before the rest of the crew brings the heat. Soon after, Smark and the legendary Cheezeman join the fray to...

Welcome to the Hollywood Hangout, the place where we pull back the curtain on the legends who make movie magic happen. I’m your host, Boxman, and today we are throwing a massive spotlight on a man who has quite literally kicked his way through every level of the industry: the powerhouse that is Daniel Bernhardt. If you’ve seen an action movie in the last thirty years, you’ve seen Daniel—whether he...

Welcome back to the Hollywood Hangout, the show where we peel back the layers of cinema's biggest hits. This week, your hosts Boxman and Smark Whalberg are venturing into the rain-soaked streets and high-end architecture of Bong Joon-ho’s 2019 sensation, Parasite. We’re kicking things off with a full breakdown of the Kim family’s masterclass in manipulation, tracking their journey from a cramp...

Crank the volume to eleven and check your demo tapes at the door! This week on Hollywood Hangout, your hosts Boxman and Smark Whalberg are taking a stage-dive into the 1994 cult classic, Airheads . If you’ve ever wanted to hold a radio station hostage with plastic squirt guns just to get your big break, this is the episode for you. We’re breaking down the film that proved Brendan Fraser, Adam Sand...

In this episode of Hollywood Hangout, your hosts Boxman and Smark Whalberg dive deep into the absolute anarchy that was Woodstock '99. From the scorching heat and the "Break Stuff" mentality to the literal fires that signaled the end of the '90s, we’re breaking down why this festival became a historic disaster. Plus, the one and only Cheezman drops by later in the show to add his...

In this episode of Hollywood Hangout, Boxman and Anthony crack open one of the most iconic teen dramas of all time — The Breakfast Club (1985). Join the duo as they revisit John Hughes’ timeless classic, breaking down each character, exploring the film’s lasting impact, and uncovering the subtle layers that turned five high school stereotypes into something unforgettable. From the soundtrack to th...