Modern Classics Podcast

Welcome to another hilarious prequel episode. It's time to take a break from the battling and touch on some subjects your hosts don't get to cover in the battle episode format. First is some poking fun at the mess that is Mike Myer's 2008 flop "The Love Guru". Also Kendell get's into the slightly underwhelming Jet Li lead "The One" from 2001. Also included is on...

Nope (2022) vs. Empire of Light (2022) This week's battle episode category is "Movies About The Movies". First up for discussion is Mike's pick Nope (2022). Jordan Peele's ambitious sci-fi epic complete with cowboys, aliens, and even a monkey. Next is category creator and winner of the show's previous battle Kendell who chose Empire Of Light (2022). A character drama expl...

Join Mike and Kendell for a the most entertaining Prequel Episode yet. First Mike shares his final thoughts on The Woman King and his first reaction having just seen A24's new film Civil War. Then Kendell gives us the scoop on Monkey Man and Abigail (should you see them?). And a recap of the best films from one of the greatest years in early aughts cinema ; 2007. If you enjoy the show please r...

The Lost Daughter (2021) Vs. The Woman King (2022) The Category for this week's battle is Female Directors. First is a breakdown of Maggie Gyllenhaal's directorial debut "The Lost Daughter" which wasn't exactly the film Mike expected. Then it's a breakdown of Gina Prince-Bythewood's "The Woman King" that packed a much needed punch to round out the episode. A...

The Modern Classics podcast is back this week with another rousing episode. First Mike and Kendell further breakdown the theme of last weeks Battle Episode (Never Seen It) and talk about some must watch movies of the 2000's that they still haven't gotten a chance to see. Plus a live reaction to the Deadpool and Wolverine trailer. Then Mike tests Kendell's knowledge of A24 films in a ne...

Logan (2017) vs. Parasite (2019) It's another battle episode and the category is "Haven't Seen It". Mike challenged his co-host Kendell to pick a movie that has been highly recommended but he hasn't had a chance to see and boy did he deliver. As a result your hosts bring you an episode that is as much Claws versus Kims as it is X-man versus Poor Man. Join your hosts as they d...

It's a topic heavy episode today. First Kendell helps us review some important points to take away from our previous battle episodes. Then Mike gives his opinion of Dune Part 2; plus the legacy of Alejandro Jodorowsky's failed Dune project that unexpectedly shaped modern Sci-Fi cinema. Also stick around for Kendell's review of the wild Nic Cage lead Mandy (2018). Hosted By Mike Evans a...

I Am Mother (2019) vs. Possessor (2020) The category for this weeks' battle episode is Tech-Based Horror. Ever want to see a movie where Hillary Swank fights a robot with a "mommy" complex? How about a movie with an assassin who controls the minds of other to carry out her killings? Mix them together and you get a female lead double feature that is sure to please. Come join the hosts...

Frantzy Moreau Interview! The hosts take a break from their two man show this week to speak with Franzty Moreau! A Miami based award winning filmmaker with a vision for cinema. His latest short film (BOY WITH ANGEL WINGS) won a Telly Award. It was also nominated for Best Short at the Bronze Lens Film Festival, Best Actor at Sunshine City Film Festival, Best Short at The Black and Art Film Festival...

No Country for Old Men vs. Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS MOVIE SPOILERS** Thanks for tuning in "Friendo". We know these movies are good, but are they good enough to make the Modern Classics: Greatest Movies of the 21 Century list? That's up to your hosts to decide. It's a showdown between two masterpieces from three auteurs with two legen...

On this episode Kendell and Mike review the awards from the past ten films covered on the podcast. Also a review of Anatomy of A Fall and Kendell's take on the new Bob Marley: One Love movie. All of that plus they reveal next weeks Battle Episode Category and film Picks. Hosted By : Mike Evans And Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and Tik Tok @modernclassicspodcast

Blow The Man Down (2019) vs. The Gentlemen (2019) How much fish is too much fish? Is Jeremy Strong a good actor? Will Matthew McConaughey ever escape his Lincoln Spokesperson persona? All of these questions and more will be answered on today's battle episode. Join Mike and Kendell as they rock the boat and give these two movies the old bobs your uncle. It's a fast paced old fashioned mens...

The main topic for todays episode is the surplus of sequels coming out this year. Do we need another Gladiator film? Who is Twisters for and why does Mike like the original so much? Will the I.P. recycling ever end? Your hosts will attempt to answer these question and so much more on this week's Prequel Episode. Plus Kendell's break down of the Oscar nominated Documentary Shorts and a roun...

The Host (2006) vs. A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014) It's battle time between a giant monster and the girl with a thirst for blood. Two international films that bring chills and thrills in unexpected ways. The Host is a hilarious Bong Joon-ho treasure that packs a punch (or maybe more accurately it packs a tail whip like no other). While A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night from Lily Ana Am...

Do you like remakes? Was Deep Blue Sea released in the 2000's? Before next weeks battle Mike and Kendell discuss possible remakes they would enjoy seeing and the trend of remakes/reboots in general. Plus a new game segment called Making The Cut where the hosts' will test their knowledge of 2000's releases. Hosted by Mike Evans and Kendell-Sweeney Thomas Follow @modernclassicspodcast on...

It's Oscars time and the Modern Classics Podcast has some hot takes on this years nominees. Its undeniable that 2023 was a fantastic year in cinema. Some of the best films made the cut for a nomination while others got hung out to dry. So join your hosts as they breakdown who will and who should win in their respective categories. Topics will include : Best Picture, Best Director, Best Animate...

Before the Devil Knows Your Dead vs. The Imagimarium of Dr. Parnasus THIS EPISODE INCLUDES SPOILERS... It's a Battle Episode and the category is Final Films. Today your hosts tackle the last projects of director Sidney Lumet and actor Heath Ledger. If you are thinking this is an odd pairing you are absolutely correct! But it is the vast differences between these two auteur lead films that brin...

Tune in for another prequel episode. Today the hosts get into the first rated R movie they saw in theaters, bio-pics they would like to se made, and a short discussion on the Zone Of Interest, plus more! It a fun episode. Remember to rate and review. FIVE STARS ONLY. Hosted by Kendell Sweeney-Thomas and Mike Evans Follow @modernclassicspodcast on Instagram and TIK TOK.

V for Vendetta vs. Children of Men... Movies Set in the Future is the category for this weeks battle episode. Join the hosts as they breakdown a pair fantastic films from the early 2000's. Two movies that paint a bleak and all too accurate depiction of what once seemed like a far away time. We've got action, we've got drama, and of course a few jokes to go along with it. For those who...

Another rousing cinema conversation. This week our hosts get into Talking Animal movies such as The Shaggy Dog (2006) and the awkward canine sex comedy Strays (2023). Next is a look back at the early 2000's trend of 3D and Real D movies. The episode also includes a short discussion regarding the latest Michael Mann release Ferrari as well as a review of The Iron Claw (2023). Rounding it all of...

Life of Pi vs. Captain Phillips! Anchors up and strap in because this one is a full sail episode. Boat Movies are the category of the day and your hosts dig deep into the sea for a raucous time. Is Life of Pi a christian film? How accurate is Captain Phillips to its true story? With so much to get to this episode might surprise you and maybe even upset hardcore Ang Lee fans. Remember to rate and r...

"Are men really all that dry?" Mike and Kendell discuss their favorite movies from the 2000's that might be possible 5 star contenders, plus a review of 2023's SALTBURN written and directed by Emerald Fennell, and Mike's pick for next week's BOAT MOVIE showdown. Be sure to rate and review! If you enjoy the show you can follow us @modernclassicspodcast on Instagram, and @M...

Deja Vu vs. Man On Fire . This week Mike and Kendell have a Denzel Washington/Tony Scott themed battle. Which one will win? Is either a Modern Classic? Tune in to find out. Follow us on Instagram @modernclassicspodcast Follow mike on Letterbox @Mike_91

In the first mini episode the hosts discuss the ethos behind the podcast as well what the first full episode will entail. Other subjects also include some favorite movies of recent memory.