Don't Worry, B Movies

A movie review podcast where Wade, Amanda, and occasionally a guest review and discuss movies that have flown under society's radar through a lens of positivity. There are segments and some elements that are improvised. Let the show begin!

Fantasy Island (2020) 11/25/2024

Fantasy Island (2020) From 70's and 80's TV screens, to the streaming platforms of today, to our podcast (by way of a recommendation from our friend Kate) comes Fantasy Island, the 2020 reboot film starring Michael Pena, Maggie Q and others. Wade and Amanda discuss their delight at seeing Ryan Hansen and Jimmy O. Yang paired together, the benefits of a sneaky twist, and CGI'd bikinis. Enjoy! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "I Love Myself More Than Anyone Else" , "City Lights" , and "Deus Ex Machina" by HoliznaCC0 (Public Domain) (Head to to check out his discography) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/34132961

Four Lions (2010) w/ Luke Kubezco 11/18/2024

Four Lions (2010) w/ Luke Kubezco This week our guest invited us to watch a mid-2000s satire piece from the UK with an outstanding cast of actors. We discuss difficult topics and wind our way through manifesting a spiritual sequel of our own about the postal system. Poor Charlie the Desk Clerk – dealing with way too much. Such is the life of a clerk. Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive https://www.twitch.tv/irisheyes92 /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33363502

Return to Oz (1985) 11/11/2024

Return to Oz (1985) Take the weirdness of 1939's Wizard of Oz, run it through the crazy filter that was childrens movies of the 80's and you get this week's fever dream of a film, Return to Oz. We discuss the incredible set and character design, how dangerous this movie feels - particularly for the children watching it, and how deeply this movie resides in Wade's sensiblilities. In anticipation for watching Wicked, check out this 80's gem. Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Railroad's Whiskey Co" by Jahzzar ( (CC BY-SA) "Bright and Positive Acoustic Melody" by Universfield ( (CC BY-SA) "Cave 3" by HoliznaCC0 ( (Public Domain) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33875092

Constantine (2005) 11/04/2024

Constantine (2005) We really should’ve taken a look at the ad we read published by one Bartholomew Silver aka Augustine Gold because now we are obligated to watch and discuss this comic book gem from the mid-2000s. Lucky for you!! If you are into religious overtones filtered through the lens of a detective noir film then this might be the one for you. Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33454562

Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010) 10/28/2024

Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010) Picture yourself, off to the mountains with your best friend to renovate your new vacation home, and some college kids decide you are psycho killers but they can't quite stay alive long enough to bring you to bloody justice. Yup, we're talking Tucker & Dale vs. Evil, a comedy horror classic. Amanda and Wade discuss the satisfaction of a great premise executed perfectly, how much fun it must have been to play Chad, and all the great deaths in this movie. Enjoy, and remember: hillbilly prejudice is still prejudice. Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Intro" by Tri-Tachyon () (CC BY) "Time Out" by Atch ( (CC BY) "Meeting-Phobos" by Koi-discovery (Public Domain) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33637322

Ma (2019) 10/21/2024

Ma (2019) The couch is stale and there’s a dip where dozens of people before you have sat. There is no overhead lighting, only lamps. The music is blaring a little too loud to hear the person next to you and you know…..you are in the cool house. And so are we! Join us this week as we cover this fan suggested movie full of humor and horror. Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33270737

Thelma & Louise (1991) w/ Reverie Klein 10/14/2024

Thelma & Louise (1991) w/ Reverie Klein We're going on a road trip to the early nineties when two women who want to go fishing end up grappling with life and going out in a blaze of cinematic glory. That's right, this week we welcome out good friend Reverie Klein into the shoebox hut to discuss a classic: Thelma & Louise. We go over Reverie's origin story with this film, the brilliant pacing and cinematographic choices Ridley Scott made, and how the movie is perfectly cast. So grab a hat - any hat - and listen in! TRIGGER WARNING: the film has depictions element of sexual assault and we talk about it a bit. Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Horizon" by Mr Smith ( (CC BY) "SAILOR'S LAMENT" by Jason Shaw ((CC BY) "Blues_Gospel_Beat" by HoliznaCC0 () /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33444557

Slither (2006) 10/07/2024

Slither (2006) In a contest for the shittiest mayor award, we all lose but this week we all win as Wade and Amanda discuss this early 2000s comedy horror bug under the rug. It’s got everything! Humor, hive mind, and a whole lotta latex! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33129677

Bonus Episode: All Things Dune 09/30/2024

Bonus Episode: All Things Dune This week, Wade and Amanda terraform their bodies into giant sandworms and dig deep into the spice of the series known as Dune in this week’s bonus episode. They discuss everything from the author to the books to the adaptations as well as take a fun quiz! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32858787

October Sky (1999) 09/23/2024

October Sky (1999) In a town where the only way to avoid working in the coal mines is to get a football scholarship, a group of boys dreamed of launching rockets. That's right, this week we are discussing Jake Gyllenhaal's film lead debut, October Sky, based on the inspiring true story. We cover topics such as the film's effective score, Natalie Canerday stealing the scenes she was in, and we pitch a sequel where a scientist parents living in a space town are dismayed at their son's predilection for digging and mining. Enjoy! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "A Wee Tipple" by Scott Holmes ( (CC BY) "Funked Up" by Mr Smith ( (CC BY) "Nothing (Bonus Track)" by Kai Engel ( (CC BY) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/33162527

The Invention of Lying (2009) w/ John Capezzuto 09/16/2024

The Invention of Lying (2009) w/ John Capezzuto In a world full of lies, what is the truth? In a world where your fiancée brings two lies instead of one, can you pinpoint the fact? In a world where you have insomnia and can’t sleep, can you trust the pillow? We don’t know and neither do you because this week we don’t get nearly so existential as we discuss this mid-aughts comedy film with our guest! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive PunchLazers https://www.youtube.com/@PunchLazers /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32847347

Big Fan (2009) 09/09/2024

Big Fan (2009) Strap on your shoulder pads and lace up those cleats because this week we are discussing Big Fan, Patton Oswalt's live action lead debut. We talk about our appreciation for movies that take risks with their protagonist's arc, a person's right to contentedness, and how doxing just isn't cool, all while Amanda continues her journey towards football fandom. Enjoy! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Grab a Bargain" by Scott Holmes ( (CC BY) "What is Love (Piano)" by Zight ( (CC BY) "Dusty Attic" by HoliznaCC0 ( (Public Domain) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32967517

The Ruins (2008) 09/02/2024

The Ruins (2008) Rev up your lawnmowers (or your special weed flamethrowers) and take care of that overgrowth while you’re listening to this week’s episode about carnivorous plants. Or maybe you’d like to take the safe approach and stay inside to stay alive. Either way, tune in for some meaty survival horror discussions! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32715497

Happy Texas (1999) 08/26/2024

Happy Texas (1999) There's a little place where banks are robbed and pageants are staged, where love is found and confidences betrayed. That's right, this week Wade and Amanda are talking about Happy, Texas. The hosts discuss the perfect casting of Steve Zahn and William H. Macy, the wilds of Georgia, and the movie's fidelity to the asthetics of Texas gay bars. Listen and enjoy! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Good Night" by Jahzzar ((CC BY-SA) "Dark Awakening" by malictusmusic ( (CC BY) "Ugly Truth" by HoliznaCC0 ( (Public Domain) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32737597

The Jetsons Movie (1990) 08/19/2024

The Jetsons Movie (1990) Put on your VR headset (right after you donate to help cartoons dealing with Dimensional Distortion) and tune in as Amanda and Wade discuss this box office failure (and fantastically political cartoon movie) in this week’s episode! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32417257

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai w/ Nick Trotter 08/12/2024

Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai w/ Nick Trotter This week Amanda and Wade welcome amazing imroviser and actor Nick Trotter to the podcast to discuss the 1999 Jim Jarmusch classic film, Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai. The trio talk about the organic filmmaking of Jarmusch, themes of decay and incompitable, yet not completely unuseful systems of morality, and lots and lots of discussion about pigeons. Plus, our awesome friend Sama gets namechecked a few times. Listen in and enjoy! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Smoldering" by Kai Engel ( "The Energy of Sound - 432Hz.mp3" By Almusic34 () /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32538747

Daylight (1996) 08/05/2024

Daylight (1996) If you are in a taxi listening to this, double check to make sure your driver isn’t an action hero. If not, you are cleared to continue listening to this episode about a 90’s nostalgic disaster action flick starring none other than Sylvester Stallone! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32148617

BONUS History of B Movies 07/29/2024

BONUS History of B Movies It is the 5th Monday of the month, so you know what that means: Bonus Episode! This time we are learning a little about the history of the B movie, Amanda takes a personality test that ends up being fairly problematic (tsk tsk, Buzzfeed!), and the hosts do a few improv scenes based of the descriptions of B movies from the 40s. Enjoy! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32324457

Crossing Delancey (1988) 07/22/2024

Crossing Delancey (1988) This week Amanda and Wade discuss the classic (or at least it should be considered a classic) romantic comedy Crossing Delancey starring Amy Irving, Peter Riegert, and Reizl Bozyk. The hosts talk about the brilliant performance of Bozyk - and what a shame we didn't get to enjoy her in more movies, a hilarious scene about a self-defense class, and the incredibly well-written characters and plot that feel deep and authentic, yet deceptively simple. If you are a fan of romantic comedies, you owe it to yourself to add this gem to your queue. Plus, pickles! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Stars" by Beat Mekanik ( (CC BY) "Global Warming" by Kai Engel ( (CC BY) "Three Feet of Snow, Shut In, Iron Skies" by HoliznaCC0 ( (Public Domain) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32238492

Eight Legged Freaks (2002) w/ Zach Kooiman 07/15/2024

Eight Legged Freaks (2002) w/ Zach Kooiman Step up with your dads who stepped up and listen to this podcast as you find your way out of the moto-maze. Our guest and friend, Zach Kooiman, brings us this amazing horror-comedy out of the early 2000s in a blast from the past. And afterwards, don’t forget to check out the Trevor Project and the Center on Colfax! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive The Trevor Project The Center on Colfax /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31941642

Red Dawn (2012) 07/08/2024

Red Dawn (2012) The United States is invaded and it's up to a group of kids to hold out and fight back. That's right, this week we are talking about... the 2012 Red Dawn remake starring Chris Hemsworth, Josh Peck and Josh Hutcherson! Kind of a bait and switch there, we admit. Amanda and Wade discuss the myriad flaws of this movie including very selective EMPs, a lot of chin work from Josh Peck, and the questionable interchangeability of the antagonists. At the same time, there are some fun moments, well-choreographed action, and character relationships. One of the hosts thinks that some people will enjoy this movie if given a chance. Which of the hosts? You'll have to listen to find out! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Sunny Day" by Mr Smith () (CC BY) "Way to Silence" by Sergey Cheremisinov () (CC BY) "Gagool" by Kevin MacLeod () (CC BY) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/32043152

Robin Hood: Men In Tights (1993) 07/01/2024

Robin Hood: Men In Tights (1993) Squeeze into those tight tights, find your impressively large feather, and download your latest carey-o as we settle into this niche parody from the 90s! And hold onto your seats as we pitch the most ambitious crossover of public domain properties to ever exist! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31943337

The Kid Detective (2020) 06/24/2024

The Kid Detective (2020) What's a movie that has a killer cast, a great premise, good music, a complex tone, and a real gut-punch of a twist? This week's movie, The Kid Detective starring Adam Brody! Amanda and Wade discuss the vulnerability of an ugly cry, Vince Guaraldi, unimaginable trauma, and the dangers of misperception. Plus, there's a lot of noir-ish jazz music, which is always fun. Do yourself a favor and watch the movie, then listen to this episode. Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Streamliner" by Mr Smith ( (CC BY) "Sentinel" by Kai Engel () (CC BY) "Make Money" by HoliznaCC0 (Public Domain) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31859782

Wet Hot American Summer (2001) 06/17/2024

Wet Hot American Summer (2001) Bits on bits on bits and more in this movie about the last singular day of summer camp! But on some sunscreen and be sure to pass your water safety course before diving into this week’s episode! Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music (FMA – CC BY): Beat Mekanik – Inhale Marco Trovatello - Mädchen aus Glas Marco Trovatello - We are now https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Marco_Trovatello/Not_At_All/05_-_We_Are_Now/ /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31570787

Candleshoe (1977) w/ Devan Meck 06/10/2024

Candleshoe (1977) w/ Devan Meck This week Amanda and Wade are joined by their good friend Devan to discuss the virtues of an obscure-ish Disney film that contains brilliant performances from Jodie Foster, David Niven and more. The three nerd out over the fact that the Marchioness and her butler secretly love doing improv bits with each other, and talk about the amazing villain duo of Leo McKern and Vivian Pickles. Go watch the movie, get the music stuck in your head, and enjoy this discussion with the incomparable Devan! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Family Tree" by Jahzzar ( (CC BY-SA) "Dramatic Emotional Piano and Violin" by UNIVERSEFIELD ( (CC BY-SA) "Bozza, Duettino for Two Bassons" By Grossman, Ewell, Grainger ( (CC BY-SA) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31675532

Role Models (2008) 06/03/2024

Role Models (2008) Download the Sturdy Wings AI Bot and grab an energy drink (but only if you want to become a hummingbird human monstrosity) while you listen to the latest episode where we discuss the most questionable “B” movie yet. It may not have gone under the radar but in the timeline where Amanda lives it certainly did. Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music (FMA – CC BY): Beat Mekanik - Retro Arcade done with fish – Chertovski https://freemusicarchive.org/music/done-with-fish/sad-skating-tunes/chertovski/ /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31570472

Kill Your Darlings (2013) 05/27/2024

Kill Your Darlings (2013) This week Wade and Amanda are discussing Kill Your Darlings, a movie about the young beat poets in college discovering their voices - voices that would shape a generation - and the murder that changed their lives forever. The hosts talk about Daniel Radcliffe, Ben Foster, and Dane DeHaan, how thoughtfully this movie was paced and scored, and the effectiveness of a deeply themed montage. Enjoy! Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Snowmen" by Kai Engel ( (CC BY) "The Entertainer (1902, piano roll)" by Scott Joplin (Public Domain) "Classic" by HoliznaCC0 (Public Domain) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31476292

Polite Society (2023) w/ Clayton Smith 05/20/2024

Polite Society (2023) w/ Clayton Smith Drop the kids off a Stunt OBGN Camp for Strong Uteri and tune in to this week’s episode where Amanda and Wade are joined by their friend Clayton Smith to discuss this recently released kickass film about an aspiring stunt woman wanting to save her sister from marriage. Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music (FMA – CC BY): 1st Contact – Artefact Kevin MacLeod - Erik Satie_ Gymnopedie No 2 Cooper – Memes https://freemusicarchive.org/music/a-cooper/the-anthony-cooper-abm-iv/memes/ /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31038048

Rejected and Billy's Balloon BONUS 05/16/2024

Rejected and Billy's Balloon BONUS For this midweek BONUS episode, Amanda's spoon is too big and Wade is a banana! That's right, we are discussing the inimitable Don Hertzfeldt's work, specifically the early shorts Billy's Balloon and Rejected. We read some incredible quotes on the creative process from Don, hear about an Italian dance troupe's trippy (and sanctioned) take on Billy's Balloon, and Wade plays a Family-Feud-style game about animation. Does he knock it out of the park? Does he suck? You'll have to listen to find out. Credits: Don’t Worry B Movies https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31332952

Accepted (2006) 05/13/2024

Accepted (2006) We all just want to belong. But only Justin can be Long, last name style. Well, him and other people with the last name Long. Ok, ok. Moving from a clumsy pun to a clumsy segue, this week we are discussing the 2006 film Accepted about recent highschool graduates being rejected by the system and finding acceptance in each other. We cover topics such as telling jokes to power (and how that type of movie is becoming more rare), Justin Long's commitment to physical comedy, and the fact that, despite what some people want you to think, there are many paths to living a successful and fulfilling life. So press play and be accepted by this podcast. Credits: https://www.instagram.com/dontworrybmovies/ Logo – John Capezzuto Intro and Outro Music – Andrew Wolfe of Darling Overdrive Additional Music: Note: Some songs may have been adapted from their original form to fit the length of our segments "Dance 3" by Magenta Six ( (CC BY) "Saturday Morning" by Purrple Cat ( (CC BY-SA) "Memories (Brainquake / Linn Friberg)" by PARADIGM ( (CC BY) /episode/index/show/dontworrybmovies/id/31257792

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