Second Chance Cinema

This week on Second Chance Cinema, MC and Spro head into the snowy woods to revisit A Simple Plan — the quiet, brutal thriller from Sam Raimi that proves greed can destroy absolutely everybody. The guys break down the performances from Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton, and Bridget Fonda, discuss why this might be Raimi’s most mature film, and ask the big question: if you found millions of dollars b...

On this episode of Second Chance Cinema with MC and Spro, we dive into The Proposal, the action-packed romantic comedy short film from Omeleto directed by Dan Liu. What starts as a spy mission quickly turns into a relationship test as Jay prepares to propose to his girlfriend Alex… right as her anger issues begin spiraling out of control during an operation. We discuss the film’s clever blend of r...

Stuntman, stunt coordinator, Thai American actor, martial artist, and blue Power Ranger Mike Chat returns to Stunt Life for a special episode to discuss the newly announced Academy Award for Best Stunt Design. Mike breaks down what the Academy will likely look for when selecting nominees and winners, and why this award is such a huge step forward for the stunt community. We also dive into how prof...

Second Chance Cinema returns with a timely deep dive into Rob Reiner’s political drama Shock and Awe—a film we originally revisited to honor Reiner after his recent passing… only to discover that its warnings feel eerily aligned with this weekend’s news cycle. MC and Spro take listeners back to their shared dorm at Ohio University on 9/11, when the world changed in real time outside their window....

Second Chance Cinema returns with MC and Spro digging into Unfinished Business (2015), the not-quite-forgotten Vince Vaughn comedy that somehow slipped between studio cracks and audience expectations. Was it really as bad as the critics said? 10 F***ing %?! Or was it a case of a film that was mismarketed, with more heart than anyone remembers? Join us as we revisit the business trip from hell and...

In this episode of Second Chance Cinema, MC and Spro lace up their boots and step onto the pitch as they revisit Green Street Hooligans, the gritty 2005 cult favorite that introduced many Americans to the world of English football firms. From Elijah Wood’s unexpected turn as an ex-Harvard student to Charlie Hunnam’s unforgettable performance as Pete Dunham, the guys dig into why this film has endu...

In this episode of Second Chance Cinema, MC and Spro dig into Suicide Kings — the 1997 crime thriller that blends dark comedy, kidnapping chaos, Christopher Walken coolness, and more plot twists than any film about rich-kid amateurs should legally be allowed to contain. Once dismissed as a Tarantino-wannabe and overshadowed by the decade’s heavier hitters, Suicide Kings has since developed a loyal...

On this episode of Second Chance Cinema, MC and Spro revisit the 1951 sci-fi classic The Thing From Another World—a film brought back to our radar thanks to our interview with Jayson Dumenigo. Known for cinema’s first full burn, this Cold War-era chiller pits scientists against soldiers in a frozen standoff over knowledge, survival, and an alien threat. Along the way, we dive into the film’s sharp...

This week, we dig into Sisu (2023)—the Finnish pulp-action blast where one man, a pickaxe, and a whole lot of grit take on the Nazi war machine. Recommended to us by filmmaker Jeff Wolfe (Outbreak, 2024), Sisu blends brutal, inventive violence with breathtaking cinematography, creating a mythic folk-hero story that feels like John Wick collided with a spaghetti Western. We talk about why this kind...

Jayson Dumenigo is a veteran stunt coordinator, performer, and rigging specialist whose career spans nearly three decades and over 300 film and television projects. He founded Action Factory LLC, a production and innovation hub specializing in fire‑stunt rigging and safety technologies, recently earning recognition at the Academy’s Sci‑Tech Awards for his contributions to fire stunt presentation....

What if you couldn’t escape your own mistakes… no matter how many times you tried? Triangle (2009) barely made a ripple in theaters but has quietly become a cult favorite for fans of time loops and psychological horror. In this episode, we unpack its mind-bending structure, haunting themes, and why Melissa George gave one of the most underrated performances in modern horror. #TriangleMovie #Second...

Remember when comedies didn’t hold back? EuroTrip (2004) bombed at the box office but found a second life as a sleepover staple. This week, we break down why this raunchy romp across Europe deserved better—and why “Scotty Doesn’t Know” is still stuck in our heads. Join us as we toast to train mishaps, robot fights, and the sheer chaos of early-2000s comedy. #EuroTrip #ScottyDoesntKnow #SecondChanc...

You might not know his face, but you’ve definitely seen his work. Jeff Wolfe is an Emmy Award–winning stunt coordinator, second unit director, and performer with over three decades of experience shaping the most iconic action sequences in film and television. He’s worked on blockbuster franchises like John Wick, Rush Hour, and The Fast and the Furious, and helped redefine what’s possible on the sm...

MC and Spro exploit a Second Chance loophole to talk about the late, great Val Kilmer's less talked about gem. If you're in the mood for a sleek '90s action thriller with a bit of espionage, a touch of romance, and a wildly entertaining performance by Val Kilmer, The Saint is worth a watch. Kilmer plays a master of disguise and international thief who gets pulled into a Cold War-style conspiracy i...

If you're in the mood for a psychological thriller that blends emotional depth with zombie horror, Outbreak (2024) might be just what you're looking for. Now available on Amazon, this indie film offers a fresh take on the genre by focusing on the human psyche amidst chaos. Set in the eerie expanse of Mourning Rock State Park, the story follows park ranger Neil Morris (Billy Burke) and his wife Abb...

TJ Storm is an American actor, martial artist, and motion capture performer known for his dynamic presence on-screen and behind the scenes in major film productions. Born Juan Ricardo Ojeda in Indiana and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Storm studied martial arts, dance, and gymnastics, which would later define his career. He is widely recognized for his motion capture performances, portraying iconic...

Second Chance Cinema is about to evolve. That's right-- MC and Spro will still be breathing life back into the movies that you may or may not have heard of their first go around, Rudy will still be reading our reviews to open the show, but for Year 7-- we're going to be focusing half of our episodes into STUNTS. That's right. The world the Academy is about to start acknowledging, we want to prepar...

Thomas Cruise Mapother IV (born July 3, 1962) is an American actor and producer. He is considered a Hollywood icon and has received various accolades, including an Honorary Palme d'Or and three Golden Globe Awards, along with nominations for four Academy Awards. His films have grossed over $12 billion worldwide, placing him among the highest-grossing actors of all time. He is considered one of Hol...

"Trojan War" is a 1997 American teen comedy film directed by George Huang and starring Will Friedle, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Marley Shelton. The film was both a critical and box office failure. Produced on a budget of $15 million, it grossed only $309 in ticket sales, as it was shown in just two theaters in the United States and was pulled from screens after only one week. The film premiered in...

Compliance is a 2012 American  thriller film  written and directed by  Craig Zobel  and starring  Ann Dowd ,  Dreama Walker ,  Pat Healy , and  Bill Camp . The plot of the movie is closely based upon an actual  strip search phone call scam  that took place in  Mount Washington, Kentucky  in 2004, although the names of the real-life figures were changed. In both the film and the real-life incident,...

Cedar Rapids is a 2011 American  comedy film  directed by  Miguel Arteta . The script, written by  Phil Johnston , was included on the 2009  Black List , a Hollywood list of the most popular unproduced screenplays of the year. The film stars  Ed Helms ,  John C. Reilly ,  Anne Heche ,  Isiah Whitlock Jr. , and  Sigourney Weaver . The film grossed $6,861,102 in the United States and Canada, and $86...

Michael Chaturantabut (born April 30, 1975) is a  Thai American  actor, martial artist and stuntman, best known for his role as  Chad Lee , the Blue Ranger in  Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue . He was born in  Rayong Province ,  Thailand . Extreme martial art Xtreme Martial Arts or XMA is a brand name owned by Chaturantabut. Chaturantabut's XMA is a combination of elements from  martial arts ,  ac...

Coherence is a 2013 American  surreal   science fiction   psychological thriller  film directed by  James Ward Byrkit  in his  directorial debut . The film had its world debut on September 19, 2013, at  Fantastic Fest  and stars  Emily Foxler  as a woman who must deal with strange occurrences following the close passing of a  comet . Byrkit came up with the idea for Coherence after deciding that h...

Frailty is a 2001 American  psychological horror film  directed by and starring  Bill Paxton , and co-starring  Matthew McConaughey  and  Powers Boothe . It marks Paxton's  directorial debut . The plot focuses on the strange relationship between two young brothers and their father, who believes that he has been commanded by  God  to kill demons disguised as people. Released on April 12, 2002, the...

The War is a 1994 American  drama film  directed by  Jon Avnet  and starring  Elijah Wood ,  Kevin Costner , and  Mare Winningham . It is a  coming of age  tale set in  Mississippi  in the 1970s. Despite a weak box-office opening and negative reviews, the film gained praise from critics for Wood’s performance. Elijah Wood was nominated for a  YoungStar Award  in the category of Best Performance by...