The Spoiler Room Podcast

"Oh Lordy!" month goes out with a bang with The Spoiler Room Crew going to war with Nicholas Cage in "Lord of War" 2005. This story was based on true events but is it true it is a good movie. Does Nicholas Cage get Cagey? Does it still pertain to things today? This and so much more is discussed.

We get darkly magical in the Spoiler Room with a look at Clive Barker's Lord of Illusion. There is no slight of hand but there may be a slight of the movie. Did the Spoiler Room Crew enjoy this one. We will also discuss Scott Bakula post Quantum Leap, the dark story, and Clive Barker's style of direction.

Show Correction: In the show we stat the BBC radio drama version was only an hour. Actually Each of its 13 episodes is an hourThat time again my friends for another "Animation Nation" special. We discuss our mixed feelings on this 1978 animated adaptation of "The Lord of the Rings". We discuss the some of the history of it, the behind the scenes challenges, and why it ended on...

We kick off "Oh Lordy!" month by grabbing the conch and talking about the 1990 version of the classic story of "Lord of the Flies" is this one worth a watch? Join us as we discuss the accuracy of the film compared to the book, does it still hold up, and who enjoyed it and who didn't. Get stranded with us. Kick the Seat: https://www.kickseat.com

There were five Sundays this month so Mark "The Movieman" decided to revisit one of his least favorite Robin Hood films and bring The Crew along for the ride. The question is, will his opinion of the film have soften after thirty-five years? We will find out. Film Obsessive: https://www.filmobsessive.com Kicking the Seat: https://www.kickseat.com

We continue our journey through Sherwood forest with a look at different Robin Hood movies. This one is definitely different and darker than the movie poster would suggest. The Crew discuss this dark, star studded story that looks at what things may have been like for Robin hood and his friends 20 years after the main legend. Find out why we were blown away by the film and try to figure out why mo...

It is that time for another Animation Nation special. We are going to discuss the not often discussed Disney's Robin Hood. It is a favorite of Mark "The Movieman" but how does the crew feel about it? Tune in as we discuss the voice acting cast, animation quality, and songs. Ooo da lolly Golly what a day! Kicking the Seat: https://www.kickseat.com

Hey na nee na nee We continue our look at Robin Hood films with a discussion on the 1993 Mel Brook comedy "Robin Hood: Men in Tights". We talk about how some of the jokes still land while others are a bit dated, our first viewing of the film, and the lost art of Parody films. Establishing Shot: https://theestablishingshot.org/

We swash our buckles and head into Sherwood forest to kick off "Round Robin" Month. We decide to draw our bows and take aim at "The Adventures of Robin Hood" from 1938. Is this film a bullseye with the crew or does it miss the mark for them. We talk studio system, stunts, the talented cast and of course Errol Flynn's smile. Film Obsessive: https://filmobsessive.com/ Kicking...

We close out this month's theme with a look at this period action drama starring Ken Watanabe and Tom Cruise. We explore the themes of PTSD in a civil war vet, the wonderful cinematography, and Tom Cruise being Tom Cruise. Find out why we think this film deserves to be seen again on the big screen. Kicking The Seat: https://www.kickseat.com

We continue our look at post-civil war film with on you probably have not heard about. "Seraphim Falls" from 2006 starring Pierce Brosnan and Liam Neeson. Find out why the crew think you should seek this film out. We talk about how it is a prime example of "show don't tell" story telling, the large number of character actors, and the left turn ending. So ride out and tune i...

Never let it be said the Spoiler Room Crew are afraid to talk about a film. We take on the Disney film that turns eighty this year. Thirty of those years, Disney has buried the film. Should it be buried, have those who have cancelled it ever watched it, and is it a good film, even though its a controversial film? We tackle these questions and more. Mark even read a book for the episode so you defi...

We kick off a month featuring movies that take place during American reconstruction. Our first movie of the month is "Sommersby" 1993. We discuss if it is realistic for a man to convince a whole town and his wife that he is someone else, the talented cast, and the importance of a good script. Find how we feel about this period drama mystery film. Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast: https://cine...

We close out the month with a discussion of this classic. Don Shanahan of the "Cinephile Hissy Fit" and "Film Obsessive" is back with the crew for a great time. We talk about the great animation, adorable characters, Pixar at its peak, and how sometimes you should not look too far below the surface of a film sometimes. Also find out whose first time watch this was. All this and...

It is yet another Disney animated film that is not discussed enough. Maybe it was the timing of when it came out, maybe it is something Disney didn't have confidence in. The Crew explore all of these possibilities as well as deep dive into the voice acting, the animation, and how similar yet better it is than Titan A.E. I am confident you will enjoy this discussion. Ian's Website: https://...

The Spoiler Room Crew grab a treasure map and navigate the high celestial seas as they discuss the 2002 Disney film "Treasure Planet". We wonder why this film seemed to fall by the Disney wayside, how it may have lead to Pirates of the Caribbean, and how great the animation is. Kicking the Seat: Https://www.kickseat.com

For our latest "Animation Nation" special, the Crew are joined by Mark "The Movieman"s long time friend Jim. They sit down and discuss this animated film that seemed to borrow from so many other movies. While discussing it, though, The Crew talk about what filmmakers may have borrowed from it. It was a lively discussion you will want to listen too. Ian's Website: http://www...

We blast off into our "Drawing Space" month with a look at the sci-fi animated film from Don Bluth and company. Find out what we think about this not-often-talked about animated adventure. We will talk the unique characters, that Don Bluth style and more. Ian's Site: http://www.kickseat.com

Malkovich, Malkovich. Malkovich Sorry about that. We close the door on "Through the Door" month with an indie film from 1999. Find out how the crew felt about this quirky story. They talk about the cast, the unlikeable characters, and what films it may have influenced. Check out our crew's content: Shamelist Picture Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fDFSoLBTVmTWBmpyOMMvx Kicking t...

The Spoiler Room Crew open up to another film that was released in the "aughts". Did we find a film we all agree on? Tune in as the Crew talk about "Pan's Labyrinth" from 2006. Find out what the crew think about its dark subject matter, why this may be Del Torro's best work, world building and more. Ian's Site: https://www.kickseat.com

It is that time for an Animation Nation Special and this one has a few unexpected turns. At the beginning of the show, three crew members really loved the film and one did not. By the end of the show did everyone still feel the same way about it? Tune in as we discuss the artistry vs the story of 2009's "Coraline. Jeff York's Site: https://theestablishingshot.org/ Ian's Site: http...

Join us as we go "Through The Door" to talk about the 1951 #Disney film "Alice in Wonderland". The crew debate on if this film is actually a good film or not. We also discuss the dark undertones as well as the meaning of it all, or lack there of. Ian's Site: https://www.kickseat.com

Things get spirited in our discussion of this 1981 fantasy film produced by Ray Harryhausen. We talk about its short-comings, the legacy of Harryhausen, the music, the special effects and more. Does this film suffer from being a product of its time? You may hear the answer in our last episode for "Fantastically Dark" month.

The Crew continue to look at dark fantasy films this month. On this episode we discuss another Ridley Scott film that has many versions only this one is a fantasy film. Join us as we talk about which version of "Legend" from 1985 is the better version. We also discuss Tom Cruise in a role he rarely plays, how good the practical effects are, the difference a soundtrack makes and try to wo...

It is our first "Animation Nation" special of the year and it is an interesting one to say the least. Check it out as we debate "Disney's The Black Cauldron". We discuss the darker days of Disney, how long it took for this film to actually be made and touch on some of the behind the scenes drama. We also spin the "Wheel of Random" to choose next month's theme. Ian's Website: https://www.kickseat.c...