Tim Burton Retrospective - Episode 56
Cinema Psychos - A Movie Review & Comedy Podcast
Release Date: 06/05/2017
Street Fighter (1994) is The Best Worst Video Game Movie Ever Made!
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Was 1994's Street Fighter movie a glorious masterpiece or a total disaster? The answer is YES. In this episode, we defend our claim that it's the ultimate "so bad it's good" video game movie adaptation ever made. We're breaking down why this cinematic chaos works, focusing on the legendary, scene-chewing performance from Raul Julia as M. Bison, who famously took the role for his kids and elevated the entire film into a cult classic. We also dive into the infamous behind-the-scenes drama, including Jean-Claude Van Damme's reported $10,000-a-week cocaine habit that brought production to a halt....
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Stay Tuned (1992) Is a '90's TIME CAPSULE! | Movie Review
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This week, we’re diving into Stay Tuned (1992), the bizarre cult comedy that’s basically a 90s time capsule. From TV parodies like Wayne’s World and Diff’rent Strokes to giant satellite dishes and clunky graphics, this movie captures an era before smart phones and streaming when a 45 inch tv was considered "Big" and worthy of selling your soul to the devil. Joining us is special guest Kt Baldassaro (MovieRunTime on TikTok, What If I Don’t Like It? podcast) as we discuss why Stay Tuned’s rapid-fire skits, dark humor, and PG edginess couldn’t be made today—and why it remains a...
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ZombieCon Vol. 1: Can Cosplayers Survive a City Full of Zombies?
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ZombieCon Vol. 1 is a wild indie zombie horror-comedy from director Kyle Valle, where a group of cosplaying friends accidentally unleash a zombie outbreak in Los Angeles after one of them makes a wish to eliminate every toxic jerk in the city. Featuring SNL’s Punkie Johnson as the heart of the group, the film blends geek culture, anime cosplay, and gory DIY effects with sharp commentary on fandom, bullying, and convention life. In this review, we dig into the film’s strengths, flaws, and cult-classic potential for horror fans, cosplay lovers, and indie film nerds alike. Rent ZombieCon Vol....
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28 Years Later with Tony Wash: Life, Death, & Zombies | Movie Review
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28 Years Later (2025) marks a bold return to Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s rage-infected world — but this time, the zombies are smarter, the stakes are higher, and the themes dig deeper into what it means to survive. In this episode of The Cinema Psycho Show, we break down the film’s post-apocalyptic setting, emotional core, and how it evolves the zombie genre with stars like Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes leading the way. We’re joined by horror filmmaker and ScreamBox Programming Director Tony Wash (The Rake, Skeletons in the Closet), who shares his insights on...
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Jurassic World Rebirth: The Most Forgettable Dino Movie Yet? | Movie Review
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Jurassic World Rebirth is here, and it’s… fine? Brian and John debate whether this movie is actually better or if we’ve just been burned by worse. From video game logic to capitalism critiques, we unpack the dumbest moments, the worst family in franchise history, and why Scarlett Johansson’s character makes zero sense. Plus: The real villain? Heart disease. 🌟 Help us shape future episodes by filling out our quick audience survey — Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️🔥: Discord: Tiktok: Instagram: Facebook: Threads: Listen to The...
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How Planet of the Apes (1968) Serves as a Grim Warning for Humanity
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🌟 Help us shape future episodes by filling out our quick audience survey — Planet of the Apes (1968) isn’t just a sci-fi classic — it’s a chilling reflection of humanity’s worst tendencies. Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner and starring Charlton Heston, Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, and Maurice Evans, the film offers a grim warning about power, dehumanization, and the self-destructive path of civilization. We explore the social commentary embedded in Michael Wilson and Rod Serling’s screenplay, the groundbreaking special effects by John Chambers, and why the story’s themes of...
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Why Sinners is NOT Your Average Vampire Movie
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Think you’ve seen every kind of vampire movie? Think again. In this episode, we dive deep into Sinners — the genre-defying horror drama directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role as Smoke and Stack. Blending supernatural lore, Southern Gothic vibes, and powerful cultural commentary, Sinners isn’t just a vampire flick — it’s a bold exploration of race, religion, and romance. We’re joined by returning guest and vampire film aficionado Jordan The Grey Witch who helps us unpack the film’s unexpected love stories, its themes of belief systems, and that wild...
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Batman Begins at 20: How Christopher Nolan’s Reboot Changed Hollywood Forever
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20 years later, Batman Begins still feels like the moment superhero movies grew up. Christopher Nolan’s reboot didn’t just save Batman — it reshaped Hollywood. This week, we’re joined by Brett from Dissect That Film to break down how fear, identity, and a bold new vision turned Batman Begins into the blueprint for every grounded reboot that followed. Follow Dissect That Film at NEWSLETTER and UNCUT REELS!!!!! We are adding a weekly companion newsletter for the podcast that will feature EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT, our raw discussions on movies, tv, and life that don't fit the podcast!...
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Explorers (1985) The Sci-Fi Kids Movie You Forgot You Loved
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In this special crossover with The VHS Club, we revisit Explorers (1985), the Joe Dante directed sci-fi adventure where kids build a spaceship and meet aliens who learned everything from late-night TV. We dig into childhood nostalgia, River Phoenix’s breakout role, and why this forgotten gem deserves more love despite the weird alien flirtation. If you’re into Stranger Things, Goonies, or 80s cult classics, this one’s for you We dive into: 🛠️ The ultimate nerdy kid dream setup 👾 Cartoony aliens with a love for bad TV 🚀 Whether this movie actually makes sense 🎞️ Why it...
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Final Destination Bloodlines: Brilliantly Dumb or Just Dead Inside?
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In this episode of The Cinema Psychos Show, we’re joined by Pittsburgh filmmakers Aero Rae and Jake Hecht to unpack the chaos that is Final Destination: Bloodlines. From MRI-induced body horror to Tony Todd’s emotional farewell, we dissect how this sixth entry turns death into a Rube Goldberg cartoon — and why we might secretly love it. We dive into the franchise’s tone shift, the absurd kill setups (yes, the lawnmower and the exploding piercings), and whether this over-the-top sequel actually earns its place as one of the highest-grossing Final Destination films ever. Is Bloodlines a...
info_outlineThis week, Brian, John, and Elaine enter the dark and macabre world of the mind of one of Hollywood's most macabre and eccentric filmmakers; Tim Burton. A controversial filmmaker, We will take a look at his filmography and explore how his career has changed over the years and try to answer the question of how a prolific filmmaker like Tim Burton can go from the heights of visual storytelling with Edward Scissorhands to the low end with flops like Dark Shadows and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.