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Message Dan and Mike Rocky turns 50 this December, and Sylvester Stallone just turned 80 — so we're marking both with our very first Stallone review. A broke, unknown actor with bit parts in mob films turned down nearly $400,000 from the studio, wrote the script in three days, and sold his own dog to make the one movie he refused to let anyone else star in. We get into the guerrilla filmmakin...

Message Dan and Mike We saw Supergirl opening weekend and couldn't disagree more. Dan's defending it. Mike thinks it's one of the worst films he's seen in years. No fence-sitting — just a real debate about whether Craig Gillespie's DCU origin story actually works. We break down Milly Alcock's performance as Kara Zor-El, the galactic revenge story adapted from Tom King...

Message Dan and Mike Four months ago we did a first look on Project Hail Mary and walked away genuinely excited. Now that we've seen it — Dan nearly three times, Mike once — we're ready to give it a full review. Ryan Gosling plays Ryland Grace, a molecular biologist moonlighting as a middle school teacher who wakes up alone in deep space, no memory intact, on what amounts to a suicide mi...

Message Dan and Mike We finally got Dan in front of Cool Hand Luke for the first time, and this one did not disappoint. The 1967 Stuart Rosenberg film stars Paul Newman as Lucas Jackson — a decorated, easygoing war veteran who ends up on a Florida chain gang and absolutely refuses to be broken. It's a simple premise with a whole lot going on underneath it. We dig into what makes the film work...

Message Dan and Mike We're two episodes into Apple TV+'s new adaptation of Cape Fear, and we have some thoughts. The series, which dropped its first two episodes on June 5th, stars Javier Bardem as Max Cady, Amy Adams as attorney Anna Bowden, and Patrick Wilson as her husband Tom — a family now living under the shadow of a man they may have wronged. Scorsese and Spielberg are both on boa...

Message Dan and Mike We're back with our eighth installment of the Oh Brother Criterion Collection reviews, and this one is our fourth Coen Brothers entry — the 2001 neo-noir masterpiece, The Man Who Wasn't There , celebrating its 25th anniversary. Billy Bob Thornton plays Ed Crane, a laconic small-town barber who speaks little but observes everything. When he discovers his wife Doris is...

Message Dan and Mike The first Star Wars film in seven years is finally here, and we're breaking down The Mandalorian and Grogu with a mostly spoiler-free review. Dan saw it opening night, Mike saw it the night before we recorded, and we are not on the same page — which makes for one of our most honest conversations yet. We cover everything: the opening weekend box office, whether the film de...

Message Dan and Mike We finally got around to Outcome , the new Apple TV+ dark comedy directed by Jonah Hill and starring Keanu Reeves as a sober Hollywood star forced onto an apology tour after a blackmailer threatens to tank his career. On paper, it has everything — a great cast, a sharp premise, Cameron Diaz, Matt Bomer. In practice, it just doesn't work. We dig into why the film falls sho...

Message Dan and Mike We finally saw Michael — Antoine Fuqua's long-awaited biopic about the King of Pop — and we have thoughts. Dan and Mike break down Jaafar Jackson's performance as his legendary uncle, the film's decision to sidestep the 1993 allegations entirely, and whether the finished product does justice to one of the most complicated legacies in music history. We get into w...

Message Dan and Mike This week we're reviewing At Close Range , James Foley's 1986 rural noir crime film — newly available in a 4K restoration from Cinematographe. It's the kind of release that makes you wonder why it took this long. Based on the true story of the Johnston Gang, a Pennsylvania crime family whose reign ended in betrayal and murder, the film stars Sean Penn as Brad Wh...

Message Dan and Mike We're diving deep into Alex Proyas' 1998 neo-noir sci-fi thriller Dark City — and we came out the other side completely won over. This one is a full recommendation from both of us, and if you've been sleeping on it, this episode is your sign to finally watch it. We start at the beginning with a conversation about the film's complicated theatrical release, i...

Message Dan and Mike We're back with a full review of Marty Supreme , one of the most talked-about Oscar-nominated films of the year — and honestly, one we'd been looking forward to digging into since the nominations dropped. We break down everything: Timothée Chalamet's career-redefining performance, the Safdie Brothers' meticulous directorial vision, the stunning period authe...

Message Dan and Mike We're reviewing Hamnet, the 2025 historical drama directed by Chloé Zhao and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. The film is based on Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel and tells the story of William Shakespeare's family — specifically his wife Agnes and their 11-year-old son Hamnet, whose death from plague in 1596 is widely believed to have inspired...

Message Dan and Mike We sit down to review The Secret Agent (O Agente Secreto), the Brazilian political thriller that earned an Oscar nomination for Best Picture and had Wagner Moura — best known for playing Pablo Escobar in Narcos — winning awards on the international circuit for his performance. Set in 1977 in Recife, Brazil, the film follows a tech expert with a shadowy past who returns to his...

Message Dan and Mike We're breaking down the 98th Academy Awards — every major winner, the biggest upsets, and the snubs that had everyone talking. From Best Picture to the moments that had Hollywood buzzing, we're sharing our unfiltered takes on the biggest night in film. Whether you watched every minute or just want the highlights, this is your complete Oscars 2026 recap. Support the s...

Message Dan and Mike Joachim Trier's Sentimental Value swept awards season with a 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 19-minute standing ovation at Cannes — but does it live up to the hype? This week we dig into this intimate Norwegian drama about estrangement, art, and the complicated love between fathers and daughters. Starring Stellan Skarsgård, Renate Reinsve, and Elle Fanning, it's the kin...

Message Dan and Mike Dan calls Mike from the car for another edition of Cruisin' — the Oh Brother limited series where the brothers hash out whatever Hollywood can't stop talking about. This time: the internet spirals over Jim Carrey's appearance at the César Awards (was that really him?), the deeply uncomfortable moment at the BAFTAs involving Tourette's campaigner John Davids...

Message Dan and Mike In this exclusive episode, we interview Oscar-nominated VFX Supervisor Michael Ralla about his groundbreaking work on Sinners. Michael takes us behind the scenes of one of this year’s most talked-about films, breaking down the visual effects process, the creative challenges of bringing Sinners to life, and what it means to earn an Academy Award nomination. From early concept d...

Message Dan and Mike In this episode of the podcast, we dive deep into Train Dreams , the long-awaited adaptation of the acclaimed novella by Denis Johnson. Set against the rugged backdrop of the early 20th-century American West, this haunting and intimate story follows a solitary laborer navigating love, loss, and the sweeping changes of a transforming nation. We break down the film’s performance...

Message Dan and Mike Join us as we dive into One Battle After Another , starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Teyana Taylor, and Chase Infiniti. In this episode, we break down the film’s most intense action sequences, discuss standout performances, and share our thoughts on Benicio del Toro’s smaller but memorable role. From epic battles to surprising moments, we give you a full review and our honest take o...

Message Dan and Mike Yorgos Lanthimos is back — and naturally, things get strange. In this episode of Oh Brother Podcast , we dive into Bugonia , the newest film from the director of Poor Things , The Favourite , and The Lobster . From its unsettling performances and dark humor to its themes of love, identity, and emotional detachment, we unpack what Lanthimos is really saying beneath the absurdit...

Message Dan and Mike In this episode of Oh Brother Podcast , we review F1: The Movie, breaking down how the film captures the world of Formula 1 both on and off the track. We talk performances, racing authenticity, spectacle, and whether the movie works for die-hard F1 fans and casual viewers alike. This is a spoiler-free conversation focused on first impressions, big moments, and whether F1: The...

Message Dan and Mike After nearly three years, the movie trivia showdown finally returns on Oh Brother Podcast . 🎬 Mike and Dan go head-to-head once again, battling through movie trivia questions spanning classics, modern hits, and deep-cut film knowledge. Has time sharpened their skills—or dulled them? This long-awaited rematch is packed with competitive banter, surprises, and plenty of bragging...

Message Dan and Mike Ben Affleck and Matt Damon reunite once again in The Rip , and we’re breaking it all down in this full podcast review. From the crime-thriller premise and performances to the chemistry between Affleck and Damon, we dig into what works, what doesn’t, and where The Rip lands in their long shared filmography. Is this reunion worth the hype? How does The Rip compare to their past...

Message Dan and Mike Stanley Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut returns in a stunning 4K restoration from the Criterion Collection, and we’re diving deep into one of the most enigmatic films ever made. In this full review, we discuss the 4K transfer, Criterion’s presentation, and how Kubrick’s final film plays today — thematically, visually, and emotionally. From its hypnotic atmosphere and controversial sy...