What's in the DVD Box?

Jonathan and David dust off Independence Day for the Fourth of July, and they are almost all about it. They come with many questions: why an advanced alien race needs to hack satellites instead of just syncing watches, why is there Earth gravity in the alien spaceship, and why isn't anyone that worried about the giant spacecraft overhead. They discuss a writers room grudge centered on Secretary of...

Talladega Nights was all the rage when it came out. We take a look at this one and see if it still stands up. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedvdbox.substack.com

Tom Selleck, Alan Rickman, Laura San Giacomo and an 1862 Sharps Rifle star in this 1990 Western gone down under. While it had it’s flaws, it was clear to us this movie had quite a high aim in tackling difficult subjects. We both enjoyed this one. Tons of practical effects and western tropes. Don’t miss that rifle either. It’s a beauty. Apparently Tom Selleck had this gun made especially for the fi...

Lucky Number Slevin came out in 2006 and was directed by Paul McGuigan. It stars Josh Harnett, Lucy Liu, Bruce Willis, Ben Kingsley, Morgan Freeman, and Stanley Tucci. Based on the trailers and promotional material, one might think this a high octane action flick. Instead, it’s a smart, well-paced ride with punchy dialog that is just as enjoyable on the tenth watch as on the first. There are no Da...

Kicking off season two with an absolute gem of a movie: 1989's Dead Poets Society starring Robin Williams and a very young ensemble playing high school boys in a boarding school. We dive into the good and the bad, and the heart wrenching! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedvdbox.substack.com

Deja Vu has the same lead (Denzel) and same director (Tony Scott) as Man on Fire. We found at least a half dozen parallel scenes between the two films too. Does it stack up? Is it better? We aren't so sure. Listen along as we unpack why! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedvdbox.substack.com

In this episode, we unpack The Manchurian Candidate and its mix of political paranoia, mind control, and early-2000s thriller vibes. We talk standout scenes and the powerhouse performances from Denzel Washington, Liev Schreiber, and Meryl Streep, as well as dream logic, sleeper agents, questionable brain surgery, and whether this one deserves a spot in the DVD box. This is a public episode. If you...

We watched Rambo (2008) so you don't have to. David tries to convince Jonathan that this is one of the best action movies available. Does Jonathan take the bait? Find out. Note: A few times we refer to the film's Barrett M82 usage as a "Beretta .50 cal". This is totally on Jonathan and is a mistake. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscriber...

This movie is a must watch if you are or hope to be a father. And if you want to make your own films. David and Jonathan have a great time discussing this film, it's strengths and shortcomings. It has many fantastic individual pieces, but the sum falls short of its aspirations. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, v...

This movie is riddled with plot holes, none of which are noticeable because Denzel Washington has some incredible aura about him. Why was this in the DVD box originally? Is it worth a watch today? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedvdbox.substack.com

Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? Is that even the best question to ask? Jonathan watched this movie for the first time and David tries to convince him this is the Greatest Christmas Movie Ever Made. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedvdbox.substack.com

A regrettable trip down memory lane, where we visit Johnny Knoxville and the Jackass crew for the second Jackass movie. There are some genuinely funny stunts, and we had to look away for many more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedvdbox.substack.com

We loved what was lovable about this movie, the punchy dialog and fun action sequences. And some thoughts on the shortcomings. Find out what David and Jonathan think about The Fugitive, Tommy Lee Jones performance, and Dad Fights. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thedvdbox.substack.com