The Superhero Pantheon

Brian and Jerome are celebrating another Oscar winner from this year's awards and it's Brendan Fraser. More specifically, his films from the 90's. We start with a breakout performance in a goofy, teen movie that millions of people remember from their childhood. It's Enicno Man from 1992. Does the movie hold up? Nope, but that's okay. It's still fun to look back on.

Jerome and Brian end their look at Harrison Ford's filmography with a discussion of his only horror movie to date. They discuss the greatness of Michelle Pfeiffer and why this movie is a great illustration of gaslighting.

Jerome and Brian only wish they had as shocking of an ending as the Harrison Ford movie they're discussing this week. It's Presumed Innocent, and what a supporting cast. Find out whether Harrison Ford's hair is maybe just a little too short and whether this turned out to be a miscast or not.

Jerome and Brian continue their look at Harrison Ford and discuss a movie Harrison Ford probably should have won an Oscar, the 1986 movie version of The Mosquito Coast, not to be confused with the Apple series. They also discuss the greatness of River Phoenix and the advantages of bringing ice to the jungle.

Jerome and Brian begin their month long look at Harrison Ford with the only film he was nominated for an Oscar, Witness. Find out what makes this an almost underrated movie and why we probably should talk more about Peter Weir. They describe the greatness of both the world building first act and climaxing in the third act.

Brian and Jerome have wrapped on the Ip Man series, and what better way to end the month than with a special bonus "Easter" episode. We celebrate Michelle Yeoh's Oscar win by briefly taking a look at two of her sequels, "Royal Warriors" and "Heroic Trio 2: Executioners". One is really good. One is not. It's a fun way to end "Punchy Kicky (Ip) Man" month.

It's the last week of Punchy Kicky (Ip) Man Month and suffice to say, Jerome and Brian are feeling a little burned out on Ip Man. Ip Man is now dealing with a cancer diagnosis while traveling to San Francisco to find a school for his son. He deals with racism and prejudice while kicking ass when he needs to. It's the last film in the franchise and now Bruce Lee has become involved with the storyli...

It's Week 3 of Punchy Kicky (Ip) Man Month, and Jerome and Brian are starting to notice diminishing returns in the Ip Man franchise. It's the third movie and Sammo Hung is out, but Mike Tyson is in!? That's right, a 3-Minute fight between Ip Man and Mike Tyson that ultimately means nothing in the long run? Once again, it's multiple storylines that get abandoned half way through the...

It's Week 2 of Punchy Kicky (Ip) Man as Jerome and Brian watch Ip Man 2, also known as Rocky IV? A sequel that improves in many areas from the set design, story, and better fight sequences than the first. Sammo Hung plays a major role in this and not just behind the camera doing the fight choreography. Is the jury 'hung' on this one?

Jerome and Brian are bingeing the Ip Man series during the month of May and have officially dubbed it "Punchy Kicky (Ip) Man" month. Neither have seen any of the films until now. They start at the beginning where Ip Man endures and struggles during Japan's occupation of China during World War II. Does Donnie Yen pack a punch? Yes, many in a short amount of time, in fact.

Jerome and Brian end their look at Michelle Yeoh's first decade by discussing the romantic comedy, Wing Chun. Find out why this was a pretty rough watch despite some more very good action. Also, a good transition to what they'll be discussing next month. 

Jerome and Brian continue their look at the first decade of Michelle Yeoh's career with a rare superhero excursion. This film features a more complicated Yeoh performance as well as better things for Maggie Cheung to do as well. 

Jerome and Brian continue their discussion of Michelle Yeoh's Hong Kong filmography and also get their first chance to discuss the legendary Jackie Chan. Clearly, the budget is higher, but does that make for a better movie? Also, dubs suck. 

Jerome and Brian are borrowing the best podcast name in The Reel World podcasting network to discuss the great Michelle Yeoh. Coming off an incredible awards season, they begin their month long look at the early part of her career, beginning with her first ever lead performance. Find out what makes this movie must see and why American studios should stop messing with international releases.

It's the last week of Mario March Madness and all roads have led to the 1993 live-action adaptation, Super Mario Bros. It has many rewrites and many strange choices. Humans evolving from dinosaurs? Parallel Earth's? Koopa is a germaphobe? Yes, this is a Mario movie despite the attempts to make it something that it's not. 

This week Brian and Jerome break away from the animated world and take a look at a film from 1989 that featured the debut of Super Mario Bros. 3, The Wizard! A kids road trip movie featuring Nintendo, Super Mario Bros., Ninja Turtles and Christian Slater!? Sign us up, as Mario March Madness continues! 

It's Week 2 of Mario March Madness! Brian and Jerome explore more animated adventures of the Mario Bros. through three short-lived animated series: The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!, The Adventures of Super Mario Bros. 3, and Super Mario World. They even checked out an episode of Captain N: The Game Master! Plus, we hear Brian's thoughts on the elusive Power Glove.

It's Mario March Madness! The month-long Super Mario Bros. exploration begins with an anime adaptation that most people don't even know exists. It's Super Mario Bros.: The Great Mission to Rescue Princess Peach! It's under an hour yet still manages to tell a better Mario story thanthe 1993 film.

It's the final leg of the underrated sequel journey. Jerome and Brian are ready to fly as they discuss the fourth Matrix movie. Find out why such a recent sequel could be considered underrated and find out what March will bring in terms of podcast madness. 

Jerome and Brian are back! They discuss the most recent Terminator sequel, which may be the last in this iteration of the franchise. Needless to say, there is a disagreement whether this is even underrated or not. Find out which side each host is on. 

Jerome and Brian continue their look at underrated sequels with a discussion of Rocky Balboa, the sixth movie in the Rocky franchise. They examine the franchise as a whole and what makes this a return to form for a franchise that had been a mixed bag in recent sequels.

Brian reveals his final underrated sequel, and they discuss the wonders of the Shrek franchise. Find out whether Gen Z is right about Shrek 2 being better than the original.

Jerome and Brian are back to decide to discuss one of the most popular and anticipated sequels ever, 1997's The Lost World. Find out why this and all sequels in this franchise are just big budget B movies to the point even Spielberg himself couldn't top what he did previously.

Jerome and Brian continue their look at underrated sequels with 1990's Gremlins 2: The New Batch. They discuss how a sequel can take on a very different tone and how a movie can still be successful. Just remember to not go out in sunlight, get water, or eat after midnight while listening to this episode.

Jerome and Brian continue their discussion of underrated sequel by looking at one of the most popular movies in one of the biggest horror franchises of the 1980s, A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.