In this episode, Kyle introduces Trevor to James Merendino’s punk rock drama, SLC Punk! (1998) Starring the largely underappreciated Matthew Lillard, the film explores the journey into adulthood of a young wannabe punk rocker in mid-80’s Salt Lake City, Utah. Michael A. Goorjian as “Heroin” Bob, who at no point in the film ever uses…
Episode 32 – Dog Soldiers (2002)
In this episode, Trevor has Kyle watch Neil Marshall’s lighthearted action-horror romp, Dog Soldiers (2002)! Featuring a who’s who of British/UK character actors, the film is modestly budgeted, but cleverly written entry in the long tradition of werewolf films. Soldiers vs. Werewolves AKA Aliens meet Evil Dead! Trevor and Kyle count the possible Jurassic Park…
Episode 31 – 28 Days Later (2002)
In this episode, Kyle introduces Trevor to Danny Boyle’s contemporary zombie movie classic, 28 Days Later (2002)! Starring Cillian Murphy, Naomie Harris and Brendan Gleeson, the film is an exceptional entry in a very crowded sub-genre of horror and is especially noteworthy for kicking off the (brief) trend of “fast zombies.” Cillian Murphy, shouting “HELLO!”…
Catching Up On Blu-Ray: April 2019
It’s time for this month’s Catching Up On Blu-Ray! For those that might be unaware, this is a special monthly feature wherein Kyle and Trevor review the month’s upcoming physical media releases and review the films that catch their eye. Worth noting among this month’s upcoming releases: Bumblebee (4k, 2018) The Mule (4k, 2018) Vice…
Episode 30 – Lord of Illusions (1995)
In this episode, Trevor and Kyle Catch Up On the world of Clive Barker via the horror-noir classic, Lord of Illusions (1995)! Starring Scott Bakula, Famke Janssen, and everyone’s favorite weasel, Kevin J. O’Connor, the film is an exceptional product of a rich era of high-concept, high-budget mainstream horror films. Scott Bakula, jacked and shirtless…
Episode 29 – The Killer (1989)
In this episode, Trevor introduces Kyle to the Hong Kong filmography of John Woo by having him watch the Chow Yun Fat bullet ballet classic, The Killer (1989)! With a bodycount in the triple digits, and squibs and stunts galore, the film is a melodramatic spectacle for the ages that ranks among Trevor’s favorite films…
Episode 28 – The Boondock Saints 2: All Saint’s Day (2009)
“An Evening with Troy Duffy” comes to a close as Kyle and Trevor review the 2nd (and potentially final) movie in bartender/bouncer/musician/screenwriter/director Troy Duffy’s filmography, The Boondock Saints 2: All Saint’s Day (2009)! Starring most of the same folks from the first film, the film is largely devoid of redeeming value, and often feels painfully…
Catching Up On Cinema: Theatrical Edition – Triple Threat (2019)
*WARNING! Full spoilers for Triple Threat! WARNING!* We interrupt our month of Irish films for a very special, impromptu, Theatrical Edition of the show! In this very special episode of the podcast, Trevor takes his brother to go see the one-night-only, martial arts action extravaganza, Triple Threat (2019)! Directed by Jesse V. Johnson, choreographed by…
Episode 27 – The Boondock Saints (1999)
Kyle and Trevor’s Irish themed month of Catching Up On Cinema continues with Troy Duffy’s The Boondock Saints (1999)! The first out of only 2 films in the filmography of bartender/bouncer/musician/screenwriter/director Troy Duffy, the film is regarded as somewhat of a cult hit, as well as mini-miracle given the character and (limited) capabilities of it’s…