Middle Class Film Class

The gang comes out clean on the other side this week as they review the absolute classic The Shawshank Redemption (1994) by Frank Darabont, based off the Stephen King novella. What can be said about the story of Andy Dufresne and Red... A life in prison, and they're way out. A nearly perfect film, but do the guys think it holds up? Also, Adam stops buy to plop a movie on our proverbial desk i...

The gang gets their sea legs this week as they review Robert Eggers' sophomore release, The Lighthouse (2019). A cinematic achievement by any stretch of the imagination, The Lighthouse take the viewer into the madness of two light house keepers, young and old, as they spend an unknown length of time on that damned rock. Also, Adam stops buy to plop a movie on our preverbal desk in the segment...

The gang goes full Gilliam this week, as they review Brazil (1985) written and directed by Terry Gilliam. This futuristic portrayal of a not-so distant society overran by bureaucracy and burdensome technology is a one of a kind movie. Polarizing in its adoration/hatred, and edited/censored multiple time for various countries, it really is a must watch. Chosen by the wheel of destiny and by listene...

The gang gets microscopic this week, as they review Innerspace (1687) staring Martin Short, Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan, also produced by Steven Spielberg and Directed by Joe Dante. This PG rated sci fi comedy follows a hot shot Airforce pilot shrunken down to the size of a blood cell, and injected into a hilarious hypochondriac, all while an international arms dealer is out to catch them both. Also...

The gang get traumatized this week, as they review You were Never Really Here (2018) starring Joaquin Phoenix, and driected by Lynne Ramsay. Streaming right now and probably forever on Amazon, since it's an Amazon original, so watch and follow along. As always, plenty of streaming picks to help you find what's worth watching this week, and a spin on the wheel of destiny to find out what...

The gang gets witchy this week, as they review Suspiria (2018) A remake of Dario Argento's 1977 psychological horror thriller. This version is done my Luca Guadagnino of Call me by Your Name fame, and has a completely different feel and execution than the famous original. Did the new take work or fail? Watch for yourself and listento find out...  streaming right now on Amazon Prime Adam Murph...

This special episode is a companion episode for when you decide to rip the bandaid off and watch Glenn Danzig's Verotika (2019) and don't want to do it alone. Tyler, Pete and Joseph are here to be your crap-talking podcast buddies. We suggest either putting the episode on a small speaker like an Amazon Echo or Google Home, or listen with one earbud in, while you watch the movie.  What mo...

The gang get their Hot Topic on this week as they review Glenn Danzig's debut feature length movie, Verotika (2019). Fair warning, this seems like more of a softcore vampire porno than an actual film. The $2 million budget movie feels like more of a $100k budget, so maybe save your money and just watch the trailer. You'll get the idea... and Adam Murphy stops by to weigh in on a gem call...

The gang visits the MOMA this week as they review The Square (2019) from director Ruben Östlund , of Force Majeure (2014) fame. The film has been critically acclaimed and panned, making it an excellent topic of conversation. Will Tyler, Jospeh and Pete love it or hate it? Streaming on Hulu now, so you can watch it and decide for yourself. Also get your weekly streaming movie picks, and next week&a...

The gang discover their fursonas this week, as they review Cats (2019) by Tom Hooper. Does it live down to the hype? Does it deserve a feature length roast session/commentary? Will Sir Ian McKellan ever work with green screen again? Tyler and Joseph also talk about The Rise of Skywalker (2019) and Pete digs up some dirt on Tyler Also get your weekly streaming movie picks, and next week's myst...

This special episode is a companion episode for when you decide to rip the bandaid off and watch Tom Hooper's Cats (2019) and don't want to do it alone. Tyler, Pete and Joseph are here to be your crap-talking podcast buddies. We suggest either putting the episode on a small speaker like an Amazon Echo or Google Home, or listen with one earbud in, while you watch the movie.  This is our f...

The gang learns their folklore this week, as they review Border (2018) A Swedish romance/mystery/fairytale rooted deep in Scandinavian folklore, set in our modern world. From the writer of Let the Right One in (2008) and draped with awards, this movie is sure  to keep you guessing, and drop your jaw on more than one occasion. Streaming right now on Hulu Also get your weekly streaming movie picks,...

The gang get musically abused this week, as they get deep inside Whiplash (2014) by Damien Chazelle. Before La La Land and First man, Chazelle write and directed this intense and tight drama about pushing yourself, and being pushed, to be the best, at all costs. Pete will be leading the show, as it was his pick on the wheel, this week. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, H...

The gang get historical this week, as they dive deep into Christopher Nolan's tense WWII drama Dunkirk (2017). With non-linear storytelling, multiple time jumps, and no set main character, this masterpiece of a film is done in a way only Nolan can. Not streaming currently, but well worth a $3.00 Youtube or Amazon digital rental. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hul...

The gang's got a breaking story this week, as we dive deep into Nightcrawler (2014) A thrilling look at the life of one would-be headline news footage videographer, played by Jake Gyllenhaal. Though not streaming on any of the usual suspects, Nightcrawler is worth seeking out. Follow along and hear our take... Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and w...

The gang gets mythological this week as they break down Pan's Labyrinth (2006) by Guillermo Del Toro. Streaming on Netflix right now, so have a watch and follow along! Set in WWII era Spain, this dark fantasy juxtapose to an even darker reality is an early release from the master Mexican Film maker, Del Toro. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon and wa...

The gang repents for their sins this week, as they review First Reformed (2017) starring Ethan Hawke. This sharply drawn, portrayal of a reverend of a small tourist church dealing with a sudden emotional burden  is sometimes bleak, and definitely had a ending that will leave you scratching your head. Written by Paul Schrader - writer of Taxi Driver. Plenty of streaming picks, this week, so tune in...

The gang sees double this week, as they break down the Denis Villeneuve psychological surreal thriller, Enemy (2013) streaming right now on Netflix. This darkly foreboding follow up to Prisoners is a precursor to Sicario, Arrival, and Bladerunner 2049. Get your thinking caps on and try to decipher the meaning in this tense, atmospheric head-scratcher of a movie. And as usual, get your weekly strea...

The gang finds their chi this week, as they review Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016) Pete hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as we find out whether the third movie in the franchise was  waste of money, or worth your time; Also, as usual, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at M...

1st half spoiler free - The gang hit the theater for a release-day viewing of the controversial movie, The Hunt (2020) We give our immediate thoughts on the movie, recorded the night of the viewing. Short bonus episode for all our listeners wondering if it's worth the $12 to go see this one in theaters, or wait for DVD/streaming release Email us at MCFCpodcast@gmail.com   Tyler Noe   Joseph N...

The gang rise up this week as they review A Taxi Driver (2017) a Korean historical drama that recounts the 1980 Gwangju political uprising. On the heels of South Korea becoming a democratic nation, this event which marked the death of roughly 140 innocent protesters at the hands of the South Korean government/militia, and a major turn in the tides of public opinion on the state of Korea to the res...

The gang get emaciated this week, as they review The Machinist (2004) starring Christian Bale. Joseph hosts this week as this was his choice on the wheel of destiny. Stream this week's movie on Amazon Prime, and follow along as we break apart this pre-Dark Knight Bale psychological thriller. A bounty of streaming picks this week from all three hosts, for all tastes, as the wheel chooses anoth...

The gang's get lost in purgatory this week, as they review Wristcutters: A Love Story (2006) Tyler hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as we get into this indie darkish comedy drama with a cast of supporting characters that are now much more famous than the leads. Will Joseph finally get one of his movies to review for next week?!? Also, as usual, ge...

The gang's bottom get soggy this week, as they review The Cohen Brothers' O Brother Where Art Thou (2000) Pete hosts this week, as this was his movie from the Wheel of Destiny. Follow along as we get into the music, the characters, The Odyssey... As usual, get your weekly streaming movie recommendations from Hulu, Amazon prime and Netflix http://facebook.com/MCFCpodcast Email us at MCFCp...

The gang gets lost on the yellow brick road this week when they review Return to Oz (1985) Peter chose this week's movie, so he is hosting this week. Is the movie as haunting as he remembers? Will Joseph and Tyler enjoy the favorite from Peter's childhood? Why is an egg poisonous to nomes? No steaming picks this week, instead the Oscars are discussed the night of the awards, with the win...