Kentucky Fried Critics

Get ready for a truly relaxed and rug-pissing good time! In this special episode, we're diving headfirst into the Coen Brothers' cult classic, The Big Lebowski , and sipping on perfectly chilled White Russians (the Dude would approve!). We'll be pondering the philosophy of The Dude, debating the merits of nihilism and the importance of maintaining one's mellowness. So grab yourself a White Russian...

This week, we're diving headfirst into The Graduate , the iconic 1967 film that captured the anxieties of a generation. Join us as we explore Benjamin Braddock's existential crisis, his affair with Mrs. Robinson, and debate whether or not Benjamin made the right choices. To accompany this classic, we'll be enjoying Cougar Bait by Country Boy Brewing. A fittingly bold and perhaps equally scandalous...

Buckle up for a wild ride back to 1885 with us as we delve into the third installment of the beloved "Back to the Future" trilogy! Part sci-fi, part old west adventure and more of all the things you love from this franchise. We crack open a refreshing Spur (or two) by Braxton Brewing Company, an American Amber Lager perfect for an adventure through the wild west on our way Back to the Future, erm...

This week on the podcast we pushed it to 88 mph to see what this thing could do. We headed back, back to the world of Back to the Future. We took a look at the movie that started it all and kept us all coming back for more. Our beer(s) of choice this time both coming from Miller. Miller High Life and Miller Lite and if you've seen the movies you might know that these two make cameos and imply thei...

Join us for a journey back to the Cretaceous Period as we dive into the heartwarming classic, The Land Before Time . We'll reminisce about Littlefoot and the gang and their epic adventure to the Great Valley, exploring themes of friendship, loss, and the beauty of nature To accompany this nostalgic cinematic experience, we'll be savoring Littlefoot , a delightful brew from Sawstone Brewing Company...

In this explosive episode, we're diving headfirst into James Cameron's 1991 masterpiece, Terminator 2: Judgment Day . Witness the evolution of Sarah Connor from terrified waitress to hardened warrior, marvel at the groundbreaking special effects that still hold up today, and relive the adrenaline-pumping motorcycle chase through the Los Angeles River. To enhance the experience, we paired the film...

For our final foray into the eerie delights of our Creepy Christmas celebration this month we take a look at a newer horror-comedy, It's a Wonderful Knife . Join us as we dissect this festive tale of slashers, Christmas, and what-ifs. And to close out our Creepy Christmas celebration we chose Holly Jolly Christmas Ale by Fat Head's Brewery . This is a delicious Christmas ale that's sure to get you...

This week we’re keeping our Creepy Christmas celebration rolling with the 1993 Tim Burton classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas ! Join us as we follow along with Jack Skellington as he tries to make all of your holiday screams come true! We'll be pairing it with the festive and slightly spooky Holly Days by MadTree Brewing . A holiday IPA with spruce tips giving it a very unique taste with hints...

Continuing our Creepy Christmas celebration this week, we take a look at the 2005 horror-comedy Santa's Slay . Goldberg stars as a demonic Santa looking to get back to his old ways and spread some holiday fear. Definitely not one for the kids, this movie has plenty of dark humor and Christmas carnage to get you in the spirit of the season. Our beer of choice for this movie is the equally dark and...

We're back with the second installment of our Creepy Christmas celebration for the month of December! This week we're taking a look at Silent Night (2012) , a chilling holiday horror treat. A reboot/remake of the classic dark Christmas franchise Silent Night, Deadly Night , sure to live up to bringing the frightfully festive vibes this holiday season. Of course, our Christmas celebration wouldn't...

It's officially December, so grab a blanket, turn off the lights, and get ready for a Creepy Christmas with us. To start things off we take a look at the 2006 remake of the holiday slasher classic, Black Christmas. This movie is full of holiday cheer, creepy killers and enough jump scares to make you want to leave the lights on all night. Lots of plot twists and red herrings kept us on our toes fo...

This week we take a look at the 2001 martial arts action comedy, Shaolin Soccer , directed by and starring Stephen Chow. This movie follows a down-on-his-luck Shaolin monk as he tries to bring the ancient art of kung fu to the modern world through the sport of soccer. Get ready for a wild ride full of high-flying kicks, special effects, and gut-busting laughs with us. Our drink of choice for this...

This week we are covering the 1997 Disney classic remake, Flubber . Starring Robin Williams as our absent-minded professor who accidentally creates a substance that defies gravity. But the real question is can his zany inventions help him save his job, and his love life? Our beer of choice this week is Equilibrium Brewing's marshmallow-y masterpiece, Lab Fluff, a double IPA that's as light and air...

This week, we're dropping into the world of skateboarding with the 1989 cult classic, Gleaming the Cube ! We'll be talking about all the things that make this movie ridiculously awesome like cameos from skateboarding legends like Tony Hawk and the angsty performance from Christian Slater. Our brew of choice for this episode is the Wingman Tropical Storm IPA by BrewDog. This IPA's packed with juicy...

Hold onto your stuffing, folks! This week, we're taking on Thankskilling 3, the sequel to the cult classic so bad, it's good. We're talking killer turkeys, gratuitous gore, and lots of puns. Join us as we navigate the chaotic, puppet-filled sequel to the notorious killer turkey franchise(?). Since beer just wouldn't cut it for this level of cinematic mayhem, we're swapping our usual brews for some...

For our last week of October-fest, we take a look at the 1981 horror-comedy classic An American Werewolf in London . Join us as we discuss the film's groundbreaking special effects, its unique blend of horror and humor, and its lasting legacy as a werewolf masterpiece Our beer for the week is the Lagerstadt Oktoberfest Lager by Warped Wing Brewing Company . This rich and malty lager is the perfect...

This week we continue our October-fest celebration with a tour of Camp Crystal Lake as we take a look at the one that started it all Friday the 13th (1980). The one before the hockey mask and the blue jumpsuit and most of what the franchise is, so come with us as we take a look at where it all started. Our next Oktoberfest up during the month's festivities is brought to us by Masthead Brewing Co....

This week we have another chilling episode for you as we continue our October-fest celebration with the 1985 cult classic,  Re-Animator . Join us as we dissect the bizarre and boundary-pushing horror that has captivated audiences for decades. From its Lovecraftian origins to its shocking and unforgettable scenes, we delve into the twisted mind of Herbert West and his quest to conquer death. Our be...

This week we're kicking off our spooky month festivities by diving into the dark world of 1992's Dr. Giggles ! This cult classic blends horror and humor in a way that'll tickle your funny bone and send shivers down your spine. We're talking killer puns, outrageous medical mayhem, and plenty of campy goodness. Our drink for the week for this wild ride is Shiner Oktoberfest and it happens to be the...

This week we're heading into the Colosseum with the epic historical drama Gladiator (2000). Join us as we discuss Russell Crowe's Oscar-winning performance, Joaquin Phoenix's villainous turn as Commodus, and all of the unforgettable action sequences. We'll be raising a glass (or two) of Maximus by Lagunitas Brewing Company in honor of the film's iconic protagonist. This colossal IPA is worthy of a...

This week we go toe to toe with Ang Lee's 2003 film "Hulk." This is a very different kind of comic book movie that explores complex themes and uses some unique visual storytelling techniques. A look into the world of the MCU that could have been... The beer of the week is Gamma Bomb, an IPA by Warped Wing Brewing Company, our second week in a row having one of their delicious drinks. This bold and...

This week, we tackle the 1992 film family(?) film "Radio Flyer". A tale of two brothers, Mike and Bobby, and their imaginative escape from a grim home life. Full of heavy themes and fun filled escapades, it is a tough one but well worth the ride. Our beer of the week is Flyer Red, an American Lager from Warped Wing Brewing Company. One look at the can and we just instantly knew that we had a movie...

Welcome to a brand new season, we are kicking things off with some big changes and a fresh format. No more three-hour marathons or scene-by-scene breakdowns; instead we are embracing a more laid-back style. This week we took a look at the 1995 anthology film "Four Rooms" directed by Allison Anders, Alexandre Rockwell, Robert Rodriguez, and Quentin Tarantino. A bizarre look into the world of a bell...

This week we are wrapping up our selections from our viewer poll a while back. We watched the 1995 cult classic comic book movie Tank Girl starring Lori Petty. It's an amazing film with colorful characters, female empowerment and an amazing post-punk soundtrack to go with the riot grrrl aesthetic. Between the subversive humor, feminist values and just the fact that it was a comic book movie in 199...

We're back from our break and for this week's episode we thought we'd bring you the first runner up to our viewer poll and it also happens to be one Shane's favorite movies. We're talking the 1995 cyberpunk-ish wonderland Hackers. The movie has hyper stylized visuals to match with a hardcore electronic soundtrack that perfectly encapsulate that era of the 90s. Not to mention Angelina Jolie and Mat...