Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1994), with Caroline Lamarque
Our Hero De Niro
In this episode of Our Hero De Niro, Mike and Mike are joined by special guest Caroline for a chaotic literary dive into Kenneth Branagh’s Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein—a lavish, dizzyingly shot adaptation starring Robert De Niro as the world’s most eloquent monster. The trio unpacks the film’s tonal whiplash, Rube Goldberg resurrection machines, and De Niro’s first full-frontal appearance. Wikipedia page for . Films recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week:
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The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle (2000)
Our Hero De Niro
This week, the Mikes tackle The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle, Robert De Niro’s passion project turned historic box office bomb. They debate the film’s baffling tone, questionable CGI, and surprisingly stacked cast. One Mike is charmed while the other is not. It’s an episode that’s for the birds. Wikipedia page for . Films recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week: Supplemental Link:
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Joy (2015)
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In this week’s episode, the Mikes mop up the mess that is Joy, David O. Russell’s quirky biopic starring Jennifer Lawrence as the inventor of the self-wringing Miracle Mop. They question whether the film’s tone ever catches up to its content, reflect on why I Heart Huckabees succeeds where Joy stumbles, and spiral into a rant about the 2015 Point Break remake. Wikipedia page for . Films recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week: ...
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Marvin’s Room (1996)
Our Hero De Niro
In this episode of Our Hero De Niro, Mike and Mike take on Marvin’s Room, a schmaltzy 90s drama with an all-star cast—Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Robert De Niro as the goofy Dr. Wally. The Mikes unpack the film’s, big actor moments, Lifetime movie aesthetic, and whether or not it made them cry. Wikipedia page for . Film recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week:
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The Gang That Couldn’t Shoot Straight (1971)
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On this episode, Mike and Mike discuss 1971’s The Gang That Couldn’t Shoot Straight, a mafia slapstick starring Jerry Orbach, Leigh Taylor-Young, and a young Robert De Niro as a kleptomaniac cyclist-turned-fake-priest. The hosts discuss mafia nicknames, lion abuse, and the film’s baffling attempt at satire. Wikipedia page for . Film recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week: Supplemental link:
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The Score (2001)
Our Hero De Niro
This week, Mike and Mike watch The Score (2001), a heist film starring Robert De Niro, Edward Norton, Angela Bassett, and Marlon Brando in his final role. The Mikes dive into Frank Oz’s directorial career, debate the film’s ending, and assess whether this forgotten caper deserves more love. Wikipedia page for . Film recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week:
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Meet the Parents (2000)
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In this episode of Our Hero De Niro, Mike and Mike relive the comedic chaos of Meet the Parents (2000). They unpack De Niro’s expert face-acting, Stiller’s ever-worsening luck, and the movie’s most absurd moments. Along the way, they question Greg Focker’s life choices and how they'd react in his situation. Wikipedia page for . Film recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week:
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The Alto Knights (2025)
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We dive into The Alto Knights, where Robert De Niro pulls double duty as feuding mobsters Frank Costello and Vito Genovese. From clunky narration to chaotic editing, we unpack this curious late-career entry and reflect on dual De Niros and the modern theatergoing experience. Wikipedia page for . Film recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at Next week:
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Godsend (2004)
Our Hero De Niro
This week, we tackle Godsend, a psychological horror-thriller that somehow manages to be neither. Starring Greg Kinnear, Rebecca Romijn, and Robert De Niro as a shady fertility doctor, the film follows a grieving couple who clone their dead son—only to discover something is deeply wrong with their 'miracle' child. We break down the absurd twists, baffling logic, and failed attempts at horror in this early-2000s misfire. Wikipedia page for . Films recommended this episode: Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd and and email them at . Next week:
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Cop Land (1997)
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In this episode of Our Hero De Niro, we dive into James Mangold’s 1997 crime drama Cop Land, a film that’s more of a Sylvester Stallone showcase than a Robert De Niro vehicle. We break down the movie’s tight storytelling, its stacked cast of ‘90s heavyweights, and its neo-Western themes, while also discussing Stallone’s surprising performance as a quiet, overlooked sheriff in a town full of corrupt cops. We analyze the film’s commentary on police corruption, its use of violence, and whether its brisk runtime does justice to the story. Wikipedia page for . Films...
info_outlineWhat happens when two of cinema's greatest actors reunite after a decade, only to find themselves in a film that doesn’t match their caliber? You get Righteous Kill. This episode kicks off our exploration of Al Pacino’s work, marking the first of four films featuring the legendary actor. Plus, it’s likely the only time we’ll be discussing the unique on-screen presence of Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
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