Movie Friends

Come to the cabaret! For our patron voted episode this month we are heading to 1930s Berlin with Bob Fosse to discuss Cabaret! We discuss the Weimar Republic, Bob Fosse getting mad at Willy Wonka, Liza Minnelli's hair, being scared of Alan Cumming as a child and why we will always be firmly anti-fascist. Also: Seth learns if you can buff someone! Michelle finds a new person she wants to be when sh...

Holy movie, Batman! We find ourselves back in the batcave for the second time this month as we discuss Leslie H. Martinson's 1966 film Batman! We discuss the 60s take on a funnier Dark Knight, Burt Ward, whether or not the film is in on it's own joke, why we gravitate towards this type of humor and why the shark repellant joke is genius, actually. Also: Michelle loves Meowrs Code! Seth diagnoses A...

It's showtime, folks! We're talking Bob Fosse's strange, wonderful, kind of autobiographical masterpiece, All That Jazz! We discuss Roy Scheider and why Seth has a poster of Joe Gideon on his wall, that bizzare airline number in the middle of the film, why Bob Fosse is a cautionary tale and that incredible final song and dance number. Check it out! Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are avail...

Strap yourself in and come along as we discuss Timur Bekmambetov's latest outing, Mercy! Seth is joined by Kazmo to discuss our surveillance state, why Rebecca Ferguson looks damp throughout the film, piecing together the clues and whether or not Mercy is pro-AI. Look, folks, no one asked for this episode but we are delivering it to you anyway. You are welcome. Ad-free versions of all of our episo...

Let's put a smile on that face. After years of waiting we are finally covering Christopher Nolan's 2008 masterpiece The Dark Knight! We discuss the pain that Alfred endures on the yacht, Batman being a creepy weirdo, Heath Ledger's showstopping performance, ranking the batmen and the insane practical effects. Also: Michelle's Buster journey! Seth's brownie journey! Bane shows up, oh no! Check it o...

Take the plunge with Seth & guest Seth (whoah) as they dive into Mark Fischbach aka Markiplier's feature length debut, Iron Lung! They discuss the creator of the Iron Lung video game David Szymanski, Tetsuo: the Iron Man, how the film expands on the lore of the game and why it's not a good idea to chug cranberry juice before watching the film. Check it out! Ad-free versions of all of our episodes...

We've reached the end of our series on Denzel Washington movies with our Patron voted film, Devil in a Blue Dress! We discuss Don Cheadle's insane Mouse, Denzel's incredibly cool Easy, whether or not the twist in this still works, having difficulties following the specifics of the plot and what the heck is going on with that guy with the trees. Also: Michelle buys an alarm clock! Seth cooks sardin...

Grab your morphine and train ticket because it's time to head for The Bone Temple! Seth is joined once again by Ryan Ritter to talk about Nia Dacosta's entry into the 28 Days Later saga. They discuss the brutality and sweetness mixed in the film, how the film covers the idea of fatherhood, Ralph Fiennes incredible interpretive dance, Jack O'Connell balancing humor with horror and how the series co...

Denzel month continues with Michelle's pick, Mira Nair's 1991 tale of identity and romance, Mississippi Masala! We discuss our expectations going in vs. the actual experience of the film, that incredible first kiss scene, how the film tackles the ideas of race and citizenship, the parallels between this and Shakespeare and why Denzel shines in any role he is in. Also: Supermarket names! The Three...

Put down that trumpet and place your bets, it's time for Mo' Better Blues! We discuss Spike Lee, the great Robin Harris, why the movie's plot isn't necessarily what makes the film, Joie Lee, the incredible eye of Ernest R. Dickerson and whether Giant is a positive or negative for the film. Also: A Hollywood legend stops by! Michelle's hotel hoodie habit! Seth drinks hose water! Check it out! Ad-fr...

Turn off the Family Feud, grab a bologna sandwich and settle in for our discussion on Paul Feig's latest thriller, The Housemaid! Seth is joined by Melissa to discuss Freida McFadden, the return of the sexy 90s thriller, why the mid-movie switch reveals something interesting about the two lead performances and of course, the gardener. Also: Heavyweights! Changes from the book! Seth's housemaid pas...

Boom. All January we're talking Denzel Washington movies and we're starting with Training Day! We discuss dad movies, the tripping scene, when black and white becomes gray and why Denzel gives one of the best performances as the devil himself. Also: Chocolate cake recipes! Law & Order! Terry Crews! Check it out! Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon Check out Maria's...

Happy New Year! Before we get to any movie stuff, we gotta talk about some podcast stuff! Changes, updates, tattoos and more! If you are a Movie Friends devotee this is a must listen or you will be LOST in season 4! Not really, but please listen anyway! Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shou...

Grab your orange balls, put your dog away and hunker down for our discussion on Marty Supreme! Seth is joined by Kazmo to discuss table tennis, Kevin O'Leary, using movies to explain reproduction to your kids, Penn Jillette's best dissapearing act to date, Chalamet's promotional tour and the moments in the movie that made them question reality. Also: Honey smuggling! Abel Ferrera! The Safdies are...

Welcome to Movie Friends theater! Sit back, relax and enjoy this classic tale of holiday cheer. Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shout out on the show AND you get to vote on monthly episodes and themes and a 25% discount in our merch store. That's a lot for only $5 a month! For more info an...

Suck brick, kid! For our final main show episode of the year our patrons voted for us to return to the McCallister family and cover Home Alone 2: Lost in New York! We discuss the horrible family, the insane coincidences that lead to Harry and Marv running into Kevin, turtledoves and of course the incredible Tim Curry. Also: Russian rip offs! Rob Schneider! Seth and Michelle decide if they are frie...

Put down that hamburger and grab a hold of the closest ikran because it is time for Avatar: Fire and Ash! Seth is joined by Paul Muad'Dib aka Paul Trygraptor to discuss James Cameron's latest journey through Pandora. They discuss the ups, the downs, the gravity vortrexes, the whale court and mythical themes all at play. Also: that kiss that rocked the world! Quaritch does drugs! Jemaine Clement do...

It's Friday! For our final episode of the week we discuss what annoys us, being overwhelmed by telephone poles, why it's important to never stop learning, and then Michelle makes pals with a domestic terrorist. Check it out!  Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shout out on the show AND you ge...

Happy Thursday, friends! Today we're talking about cranberry items, family traditions, what the difference is between a ritual and a routine, Seth gets yelled at by our guest and MIchelle makes a special connection with the past.  Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shout out on the show AND y...

Happy Wednesday, friends! Today we are discussing cat statues, aligning your body with new sleep schedules, how Seth sabotages his sleep to be on time, the origin story of Michelle's love for cats, and Seth is finally put in his place by today's secret caller. Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord serve...

It's Tuesday morning! Wake up with us as we discuss getting older, being sprayed with pepper spray on a dare, building pillow caves, eating in front of old people, smelling cat bellies and feeling like a different age than you actually are.  Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shout out on the...

It's Monday morning! Wake up with us as we discuss needing help, funny bones, sleep masks and long, boney digits. We also take a phone call with a very famous showrunner and discuss the ups and downs of selling your soul to the devil.  Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shout out on the show...

Put on your priest's collar and drop that knife, it's time for Wake Up Dead Man! Rian John returns us to the world of Benoit Blanc with a new murder mystery that involves a group of terrible people! Ryan Ritter joins Seth as they discuss religion, murder, scooby doo, Netflix vs theaters and how Rian Johnson walks a tightrope to bring us the latest Knives Out Mystery. Check it out! Check out Ryan's...

No good deed goes unpodcasted! Michelle and Mike join Seth to discuss John M. Chu's conclusion to the story of Elphaba and Glinda, Wicked: For Good! They discuss the highs, the lows, the shocking twists and yes, the cardigan. Check it out! Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shout out on the s...

For our final episode of Women in the 20th Century series we're covering our Patron voted movie, Matilda! We discuss the great Mara Wilson, hating and loving the Wormwood family, the incredible performance by Pam Ferris as The Trunchbull, the direction of Danny DeVito and we take a special phone call! Also: Rusted Root! Teeny weeny polka dot bikini! Seth cries! Michelle tortures! Check it out! Che...