Episode 454 - Blood Simple
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we are doing the Coen Brothers! We are starting at the very beginning and going through their filmography until we hit the films we’ve seen. We start with their debut film, which has actor Francis McDormand’s first role, as well as Barry Sonnenfeld’s first time behind the camera. Blood SImple (1984), directed by the Coen Brothers.
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Episode 453 - O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we keep the Odyssey kick going with a more loose adaptation (if you can even call that). This film holds up, carried by beautiful cinematography, hilarious characters, and of course the sound track. O Brother, Where Art Thou (2000), directed by the Coen Brothers.
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Episode 452 - The Odyssey
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we watch what is certain to be the movie of the year, already on its way to a billion dollars at the box office only after a couple weeks. We would be surprised if this film didn’t run away with everything at the awards season as well. Go now to see it in the theaters, if you can find tickets. The Odyssey (2026), directed by Christopher Nolan.
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Episode 451 - The Sheep Detectives
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we wanted to take a break from all of the serious movies we’ve been watching recently, and looked to a tale of intelligent sheep. This could be classified as a kids movie, but it might also be for those looking for a light watch. The Sheep Detectives (2025), directed by Kyle Balda.
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Episode 450 - The Raid: Redemption
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we dip into our picks for which movies “should be in the Top 250” movies. This movie is non-stop action, and contains some of the most impressive fight choreography we’ve ever seen. The Raid: Redemption (2011), directed by Gareth Evens.
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Episode 449 - The Dark Knight Rises
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we finish off Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy. We found the plot and dialogue to be equally clunky and confusing but without any real standout performances or action sequences. Additionaly, this is some of the worst action editing we've seen. The Dark Knight Rises (2012).
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Episode 448 - The Dark Knight
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we head back to Gotham City to dissect Christopher Nolan's acclaimed superhero epic, The Dark Knight (2008). While we give massive props to Heath Ledger's legendary performance and the film's spectacular action set pieces, there's a lot to nitpick regarding its clunky dialogue and head-scratching plot logic.
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Episode 447 - Disclosure Day
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we head to the theater to check out the new movie by one of the greatest directors of all time, Spielberg. With all the hype surrounding the reviews on this one, we answer the question - does it come close to living up to the best in his filmography? No. No, it doesn’t. Disclosure Day (2026), directed by Steven Spielberg.
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Episode 446 - Kung Fu Panda
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we needed a break from all of the horror movies of recent weeks, and we’re going with comfort food ala John. This movie is a warm bowl of noodle soup, no special ingredients. Kung Fu Panda (2008), directed by John Stevenson & Mark Osborne.
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Episode 445 - Backrooms
Mission 250 Filmcast
This week, we’re back to the theater to see another horror sensation. This (again) small budget movie from a (again) youtube creator is breaking A24 records left and right. Certainly a different vibe than its partner in horror box-office success, this one is more of a Lynchian mood-piece that a straight up horror. Backrooms (2025), directed by Kane Parsons.
info_outlineThis week, we head back to Gotham City to dissect Christopher Nolan's acclaimed superhero epic, The Dark Knight (2008). While we give massive props to Heath Ledger's legendary performance and the film's spectacular action set pieces, there's a lot to nitpick regarding its clunky dialogue and head-scratching plot logic.