The Rough Cut Retrospective

Yer a podcast, Harry! In honor of the 20th Anniversary of the beginning of the Harry Potter film series, Jackson and Carter are joined by The Boy Who Lived, Jake Milwit, to discuss all things HP. The wizards discuss why Harry Potter is so beloved to them, what they thought of the 20th Anniversary Special, and their favorite Harry Potter things. 

Happy New Year!! As 2021 comes to a close, Carter and Jackson sit down to talk about the final MCU television show of the year: Hawkeye. The boys discuss their overall thoughts on the show, break down each episode, and discuss the implications the show has on the MCU as a whole. #RIPBettyWhite

Thwip thwip and Merry Christmas! What better gift is there to receive this holiday season than the arrival of the most anticipated movie of the year! Jackson and Carter are joined by friendly neighborhood Spidey expert, Quinn Galyan, to discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home. The boys dive into a deep, spoiler filled review of what they loved, what didn't work, what lingering questions they have, and wha...

With great podcasts comes great responsibility. Carter and Jackson are joined by Alex Frey and Ryne Benckart to share each other's joy and anticipation for Spider-Man: No Way Home by reminiscing on their history with the web slinging hero. The boys discuss their favorite Spider-Man movies, villains, characters, moments, and settle the debate on who is the best Spider-Man. Then, Carter and Jackson...

Hold on to your butts! In honor of Steven Spielberg's new release, West Side Story, Carter and Jackson delve into Spielberg's filmography to create the Steven Spielberg Hall of Fame. The boys look through the director's catalogue of over 30 films in order to parse out which 10 belong in a pantheon of their own, and discuss what has made Steven Spielberg so special over the past 50 years.

In honor of the magical release of The Beatles: Get Back, Jackson and Carter are here to talk about the non fiction for a change. The boys discuss the power of documentary filmmaking, ruminate on the moving messages some of their favorites have, and whittle down to their top 5 must watch documentary films and series.

I made my cohost disappear?....I made my cohost disappear! Jackson is out traveling for Thanksgiving this week, so Carter is here solo podcasting this week. Since Carter is here alone, he decides to goon a tirade about Disney +'s reboot/remake/sequel, Home Sweet Home Alone. Carter describes what makes this movie a crockpot of crap and how it is the perfect example of everything that is wrong with...

Alright, alright, alright! Jackson and Carter are joined by McConaughey enthusiast, Quinton Mayo, to reminisce on the career of actor, producer, author, and the potential future Governor of Texas: Matthew McConaughey. The gang discuss the unique rise of the rom com star and how the McConaissance completely redefined how we view him as a powerhouse in Hollywood. Then, they share their respective to...

We're Podcasters. We came here seven thousand years ago, to protect humans from Deviants. Jackson and Carter are joined this week by fellow MCU consumer, Brian Dickinson, to review the third entry into Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Eternals. The gang discuss what they enjoyed about the fresh new addition to the MCU, contemplate why critics and fans are giving it such harsh reviews, and...

Now this is a podcast all about who? In anticipation of King Richard and Will Smith's Oscar campaign, Jackson and Carter discuss the career of one of Hollywood's most powerful movie stars. The boys get into what makes Will Smith such a charismatic and commanding force in our popular culture as well as talk about their favorite Will Smith performances. 

Happy Birthday, Rough Cut Retrospective! On RCR's 1 year anniversary, Jackson and Carter journey to Arrakis with local Fremen, Ryne Benckart, to discuss and review the long awaited release of Dune and why this movie feels so special. The gang discuss everything they loved about the movie as well as the potential of a refreshing new franchise. We want to thank everyone who has supported us over the...

It's spooky season, boys and girls. And what's spookier than bringing your girlfriend on a podcast to tell your darkest secrets? Jackson and Carter are joined by Jackson's significant other, Abbi Feiner, to discuss all of the must watches for the Halloween season. The trio discuss what they look for in a good scary movie, their go to watches for late October, and the beauty of a show they mutually...

2 very exciting anniversaries this week: the 50th episode of RCR, and the 25th Bond film. Jackson and Carter celebrate the occasion and are joined by their suave James Bond aficionado, Matt Moore. The boys discuss the previous iterations and films in the James Bond canon and how the character has evolved over nearly 60 years on screen to Daniel Craig's revolutionary take on 007. In addition, the g...

We are your guide through these vast new realities. Jackson and Carter are back to talk about the wackiness that is Venom: Let There Be Carnage, and the highs and lows of Marvel's What If...? series. The boys discuss the strange choices made in the new Venom film, what that wild post credits scene means, what they liked and didn't like about What If...?, and their own respective 'what if' scenario...

Keep your hands off my lobby boy! In anticipation of The French Dispatch release this month, Carter and Jackson sit down to discuss the filmography of writer/director Wes Anderson. The boys talk about his unique, stylistic approach to storytelling and filmmaking, what makes his movies so appealing to the eye, and what we love about each of his 9 films.

Every day I wake up and listen to the Rough Cut Retrospective! With the upcoming releases of The Last Duel and House of Gucci, Jackson and Carter sit down to discuss the unconventional rise, prestige, and career of Adam Driver. The boys offer their insight as to why Adam Driver is one of the greatest working actors today, his ability to pick impressive projects, and their favorite performances fro...

Tell me something, girl: are you happy in this modern world? RCR is here to make it worth your while. Carter and Jackson sit down to revisit the films of 2018 who were prestigious enough to receive Oscar nominations and wins. The boys give their own revisionist nominations for the major categories and give their takes on who was deserving, who was rightfully rewarded, and who was snubbed. Listen f...

What a weekend for Shang Chi! The latest film in the MCU not only shattered the Labor Day box office record, but also, the movie is being discussed on the Rough Cut Retrospective! This week, Carter and Jackson dive into the action packed, mystical world of Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. The boys discuss the impact this film is having, both culturally as well as cinematically, and revie...

It's the podcast the world deserves, but not the one it needs right now...just kidding, you need it. Carter's birthday was this past week, and Jackson returned the favor of letting Carter talk about whatever he wanted. Jackson and Carter sit down to discuss Christopher Nolan's acclaimed Batman sequel, The Dark Knight. Listen as the boys discuss why this film means so much to them, its impact on ho...

In a world full of reboots and sequels, who's ready to reboot the most successful movie franchise of all time already? Carter and Jackson are joined once again by their friendly neighborhood Marvel fanatic, Alex Frey, to recast every major MCU character to date should Kevin Feige decide to restart the MCU in 2021. The boys bring each of their respective picks for each role, and debate which actor/...

You ain't never had a friend like us! On the 7 year anniversary of the loss of Robin Williams, Carter and Jackson sit down to discuss the impact Robin Williams has had on their lives as well as the world. The boys discuss their personal favorite Robin Williams movies, as well as the legacy he left that made him so special and loved as the consummate entertainer of a generation.

So that's it? What, we some kinda...suicide squad? Well, kinda. Carter and Jackson are back to discuss DC's mulligan about a band of superheroes fighting evil in James Gunn's The Suicide Squad. The boys discuss why it's better than 2016's Suicide Squad and what really sets it apart as one of the year's best films, as well as one of the best the DCEU has to offer.

After a week hiatus, Jackson and Carter are joined by Korbin Zvokel, co-host of 'Kody and Korbin Have a Podcast', to talk all things A24. The boys discuss the newest film, The Green Knight, from the Oscar winning production studio, as well as their personal favorites from their catalogue. They also sink in to discuss what makes A24 so unique in the landscape of blockbusters, IP, and franchises and...

Swing away, George. M. Night Shyamalan is back with his new movie, Old. Jackson and Carter are here to take a trip down memory lane and explore the writer/director/producer's career in all of its twisty madness. Where did he succeed? Where did he fail? What the hell happened to The Last Airbender?

Black Widow is back (kinda), Loki is here to stay, and the future of the MCU is utter chaos. Jackson and Carter chat about Black Widow's return to the big screen as well as Loki leading the charge into the insanity that will soon be the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The boys discuss what worked, what didn't work, and why Florence Pugh is still, firmly, the love of Carter's life.