The Rise, Fall, & Rise Again of Comic Book Movies
Cinema Psychos - A Movie Review & Comedy Podcast
Release Date: 06/11/2017
Junior (1994)- Arnold Schwarzenegger is Pregnant (And It's Not Funny)
Cinema Psychos - A Movie Review & Comedy Podcast
What happens when The Terminator tries to go goofy, and sentimental...you get Junior. Junior from 1994 is a movie that must have been designed by commitee and with a photoshopped version of the poster first. This Ivan Reitman comedy about a mad scientist testing experimental fertility drugs on himself falls short. Is it the lack of comedic characters? The plain wrong ethics at play? or simply the nightmare fuel scene of Arnold Schwarzenegger's CGI face on an infant. Take your pick, there are a lot of dirty diapers to sort through with this cinematic turd. We Want Your Feedback Help us shape...
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Is The Running Man (1987) The Best Arnold Schwarzenegger Movie?
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WHAT'S THE NUMBER ONE GAME SHOW IN THE WHOLE WORLD!?!?! THE RUNNING MAN!!! This week we are trading "Choppas" and Predators for spandex and a dystopian future with the host of Family Feud at the center of it. We are talking about the 1987 cult classic THE RUNNING MAN! A movie that truly is peak Arnold Schwarzenegger in all his 80's cheese! One Liners...GOT IT! Ridiculous villains with insane gimmicks?...GOT IT! Social commentary wrapped in an action film?...GOT IT. Jesse "The Body Ventura...GOT IT! But how does this cult classic authored by Richard Bachman (AKA Stephen King) compare against...
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Is Predator (1987) Deeper Than Just an 80s Action Movie?
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GET TO THE CHOPPA Movie Fans!! We're kicking off Arnold Month with a deep dive into the 1987 classic Predator. Is it just another macho, testosterone-fueled action flick, or is there something deeper beneath the surface? We're unpacking the layers of subversive critique hidden within this so-called "toxic, masculine" film. From Arnold Schwarzenegger's mercenary with a heart of gold to the film's surprising commentary on 1980s political ideology, there's more to Predator than meets the eye. Plus, we explore the behind-the-scenes stories, including Jean-Claude Van Damme's surprising original...
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Can Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) Save The MCU?
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Deadpool and Wolverine are teaming up, but can their R-rated antics save the MCU? In this episode, we dive into the highly anticipated Deadpool and Wolverine movie, Marvel's first hard R film since acquiring Fox. We'll explore the film's bold direction, its impact on the MCU, and whether Marvel has finally hit made a turn for the better by embracing this unlikely team up. SPOILERS AHEAD!!! Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at https://manscaped.com (affiliate link) We Want Your Feedback Help us shape the future of our podcast by sharing your valuable feedback! Take...
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Our Top 5 Summer Movies That Defined Our Childhoods (and Why They're Dying Out)
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What are your top 5 summer movies?!?! Join us for a nostalgic journey through our top 5 summer movies that shaped our childhoods. From The Sandlot to Jaws, we dive into why these films captured the essence of summer. But there's a twist - we explore how changing technology and social norms might be making these classic summer movie experiences extinct. Are summer films as we knew them dying out? Discover our picks, share your own favorites, and join the debate on the future of summer cinema. Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at https://manscaped.com (affiliate...
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Is Maxxxine (2024) The Bloodiest Love Letter to 80s Horror Cinema?
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Is Ti West's "Maxxxine" truly the bloodiest love letter to 80s horror? This week, we are time-traveling back to 1985 to review the final installment of his X trilogy. In this episode, we'll discuss the film's over-the-top 80s aesthetics, its anti-religious themes, and standout performances from Mia Goth, Giancarlo Esposito, and Kevin Bacon. As well as answer the question, does this movie live up to the hype of movies like X and Pearl? Or is Maxxxine simply style over substance? Get 20% OFF Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CINEMA20 at (affiliate link) We Want Your Feedback Help us...
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Is Cade: the tortured crossing The WORST Neil Breen Film EVER!?!?!
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Has Neil Breen finally hit rock bottom as a filmmaker to deliver his worst film ever: CADE: the tortured crossing? This week, we are plunging headfirst into Neil Breen's latest cinematic catastrophe. Brace yourself for a wild ride through incomprehensible plots, CGI tigers that turn into animorphs, and inexplicable Bollywood dance numbers in dilapidated mental hospitals. Is this Breen's magnum opus of incompetence? Has he finally out-Breened himself? And seriously, what's with all the green screen? Join us as we attempt to decipher this fever dream of a film and question our own sanity in the...
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Did "Stone Cold" Steve Austin Fail in Hollywood?
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Stone Cold Steve Austin stunned in WWE, but did Hollywood leave him out in the cold? This week, Brian and John dive into the direct-to-DVD filmography of WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. From "The Condemned" to "Maximum Conviction", we break down Austin's transition from wrestling superstar to action movie tough guy. Austin literally was the biggest WWE star during the Attitude Era, but was he a victim of his own success when he tried knocking on Hollywood's door? How come former WWE stars like Dave Batista, The Rock, and John Cena were able to effortlessly make the jump to cinema stardom...
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Is National Treasure (2004) The Most Ridiculous Heist Film Ever Made?
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Happy Fourth of July folks. What better way to deal with the existential dread of current US politics than to escape to the movies! This week we are diving into the over-the-top world of National Treasure! we are breaking down Nicolas Cage's quest to steal the Declaration of Independence, decipher Ben Franklin's magic glasses, and find America's greatest treasure....that was stolen from other cultures throughout history (womp womp). We discuss the movie's wild plot twists, historical inaccuracies, and why it might just be the most painfully American film ever made. So grab your lemon juice and...
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Horror Goblins Unite: Inside Eerie Horror Fest with Social Media Maven Alyssa Woke Kennedy
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In this bonus episode from our time at last year's Eerie Horror Fest, we are joined by self-proclaimed "horror goblin" Alyssa Woke Kennedy, the festival's social media manager and host of the Eerie Horror Cast podcast. Discover the challenges and joys of promoting a horror festival, the art of horror podcasting, and the diverse world of scary cinema. From classic films to modern streaming series, this episode covers it all. Plus, hear about dream podcast guests and the unique perspective of a horror enthusiast turned festival insider. Whether you're a die-hard horror fan or just curious about...
info_outlineThis week, Brian, John and Elaine tackle one of the biggest film subjects of our time, Hollywood's comic book obsession. Yes, we are going after the big kahuna of pop culture and outlining how these movies came into existence with Superman and Batman, their fall during the 90's, and then subsequent rise with Xmen and the birth of the Marvel MCU. So grab your capes and cowls as we dive into the world of comic book movies.