The Confused Breakfast

Our month of 70’s movies kicks off with an absolute classic.  Close Encounters of the Third Kind was a revolutionary film and we do a deep, modern-day dive.  Is Roy Neary one of the worst dad/husbands in movie history?  Did you know Carl Weathers was in this movie?   How about Old Man Marley?  Ever had a third-wheel like Larry?  We touch on all of this and so much mor...

’90s Nickelodeon kids, this one’s for you. Christine Taylor and David Lascher from Hey Dude, The 90s Called are here to talk about shooting Nickelodeon’s first live-action show on a real dude ranch and why Hey Dude is better for kids than what’s on TV now.  We swap desert-island VHS picks, dig into the most underrated Ben Stiller movie, and Christine actually names the one Ben Stiller film sh...

When you think of this movie, you don’t remember the plot – you remember the first time you realized a real human being was actually doing all that insane stunt work on your VHS copy.  Is this the most believable “one guy vs. twenty dudes” fighting ever put on film?  Does the awful dubbing ruin the vibe, or is it secretly the thing that makes this movie so endlessly rewatchable?  Is...

On today’s special brunch, we take some time to talk about some things we have been watching lately.  After a long chat about The Odyssey (yes, Sean actually saw it), we dive into Obsession, The Backrooms, the new Moana, Carolina, Caroline, Widow’s Bay, Evil Dead Burn, MoonFall and Super Troopers 3.  Enjoy! **Watch Gareth Reynold’s movie-  check the dates here - https://www.giveitup...

Today's new episode is taking us back to 1978.  It was a beautiful time to world history-  Kiss was the biggest band in the world and there wasn’t a cellphone in sight.  1999’s Detroit Rock City was a major flop when it was released but it certainly found a cult following.  It’s a buddy movie.  A road-trip movie.  A coming of age movie.  And it’s all about KISS!!...

This is a re-issue from June 6, 2021. It's an all-time classic and we felt the need to play it again. We go back and break out the sugar and syrups laced libations that our childhood palettes can still taste to this day. For better or for worse. crack open a surge or jolt cola. twist off a secret code with you pepsi blue, but be careful you dont punch a hole through the back of your capri-sun! ———...

Today's new episode is taking us back to 2001's Vanilla Sky. We’re all mainlining Radiohead, questioning reality, and wondering if cryogenic lucid dreaming might be better than actual life. Is this an A+ sci‑fi romance that hits harder the older you get, or an overcooked vanity project with a killer soundtrack? When does the dream actually start, and does the “it was all a dream” twist r...

This week we're talking about the food items in movies that made us want to reach through the screen and take a bite. Sometimes a piece of pizza just looks so ridiculously good that it becomes as memorable as the movie itself. We're counting down some of our favorites, arguing over which ones we'd actually want to eat, which ones probably aren't nearly as good as they look, and why filmmakers are...

Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls -  is this a better than the original or a lazy, cash-grab sequel that Jim Carrey tried to tank on purpose?  Isr the raccoon “cliffhanger” opener is actually better than Stallone’s Cliffhanger?  Does Ace crosses the line from “weird guy” to straight-up unlikable and does the rhino birth scene belong in the all-time physical comedy hall of fame?  ...

This week we're talking about the drinks in movies that made us want to reach through the screen and take a sip. Sometimes a drink just looks so ridiculously good that it becomes as memorable as the movie itself. We're counting down some of our favorites, arguing over which ones we'd actually want to drink, which ones probably aren't nearly as good as they look, and why filmmakers are somehow able...

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 On this brand new episode, we dive into 2000’s The Patriot and ask if this is peak “Mel Gibson dad-on-a-warpath” or just Revolutionary War Braveheart-lite. We break down whether Jason Isaacs’ Tavington is an all-time hateable villain and if Heath Ledger’s Gabriel is actually the real patriot of this story. Also, we answer important questions like- why is Charlotte single and is their roma...

On today's brand new brunch episode, Mike has prepared a movie trivia game for Sean and AJ. Who will win? Will you as a listener get more correct answers? Tune in! —————————————————————— SPONSORS-  **K12-  See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child’s full potential.  Enroll online today at http://K12.com/confused  **. Download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code CONFUSED to...

Get on the bus with the boys because we finally reviewed Slap Shot.  In this episode we ask the big questions: is Reggie Dunlop actually the hero of this story, or a complete piece of shit who never grows up? Is Slap Shot the greatest hockey movie ever made, or does the lack of actual hockey knock it down a peg? Are the Hanson Brothers as epic as you remember?  Why was Ralphie's mom in bed with Re...

We brought each of our dads on for a conversation about movies in honor of Father's Day! Don't worry- we asked Sean's dad when he knew his son was going to be a 'trenchcoat kid'. Tune in and Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we dive into Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing, a movie that somehow feels like it’s baked into America’s bloodstream. We’re talking oppressive heat, blaring boom boxes, and one summer day that turns a Brooklyn block into a pressure cooker for race, rage, and “doing the right thing.” Is Bugging Out just an early version of cancel culture, or is he the only one calling out a broken sy...

Every TV fan knows the feeling. You find a show that's absolutely incredible because of great characters, amazing writing and a story you can't stop thinking about. Then the network refuses to let it die. This week, we're discussing the TV shows that overstayed their welcome. From The Walking Dead and Lost to The Office, Yellowstone, American Horror Story, Game of Thrones, Stranger Things, and mor...

When you think of this movie, you can’t help but get nostalgic for a time in America where all motels had raging parties in their lobby bar, every 50 miles there was a roadside attraction, and cheating on your wife was totally acceptable because you are a stressed out family man trying to provide the perfect vacation for yourself… errr, I mean for your family.  It was a simpler time-  TAKE ME BACK...

In this brunch episode, we finally put some respect on the ultimate “that guy” character actors — the faces you recognize instantly but can never name. Is Philip Seymour Hoffman the greatest “that guy” of all time who actually broke out, or does someone like John Carroll Lynch or Bob Stephenson deserve that crown? Hit play and argue with our list in real time. How many of these legends did you act...

All you have to do is look at the cast of this movie and you know that it will be an all-time classic.   On today’s episode, we dive deep into all the aspects of this movie including the important questions.  Is Val an all-time worst villain in movie history?  Is Hank Azaria’s character one of the greatest of his career?  How do you feel about a more reserved and calm Robin Williams?  Did Nathan L...

Summer camp movies were all the rage back in the 80s/90s and for good reason. On today's brunch episode, we bring you another double feature of camp movie nostalgia. It start offs with Heavyweights and ends with Camp Nowhere. •1:37:00 - Modern day ratings —————————————————————— SPONSORS-  **ASPCA-  To learn more about Pet Health Insurance, visit http://aspcapetinsurance.com/breakfast  **TruDiagnos...

Ahh, the mid 2000s.  We are all feeling a bit existential, wondering what it would be like to change the past.   The Butterfly Effect is certainly a byproduct of the time.   Was this an A+ idea that wasn’t fully executed or do you love it as much as you did back then?   Have you seen all the different endings and which is the best?  Where does this movie excel with its time travel theory and where...

We had an interesting discussion about what movies we thought needed a remake. The know the movies- the idea was there but the execution wasn't and we would love to see them try again. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s brand new episode is a deep dive and scene by scene review of The Shawshank Redemption.   Is this truly the greatest movie ever made or does IMDB have it wrong?  Is there a possibility that Andy Dufresne was actually guilty?  Could anyone else have been cast in the main roles?  Is the Warden the worst movie villain of all-time?  We tackle all of this and much more.   •0:00:00 - Introductio...

On today's brunch episode, we put together 32-seed single-elimination bracket to figure out what famous movie character would be the best person to hang out with and be friends. Will a top-seed like The Dude run away with it? Or will a dark horse like Don from Dazed and Confused be the cinderella story? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s brand new episode is all about 2002’s Spiderman.   We answer all the hard-hitting questions like- Who is the best Spiderman/Peter Parker actor?   Whose fault was it that Uncle Ben died?   Is Tobey McGuire a bad on-screen crier?  Peter Parker not saying yes to Mary Jane at the end- is he crazy?   Join us for the fun! •0:00:00 - Introductions •0:02:30 - Memories of first viewing •0:06:00  -...