Sherlock Holmes is the most-represented literary character in media, so it was elementary that one day we would watch a film with the deductive detective. This time Holmes has to unravel an assassination that he suspects was orchestrated by his villainous arch-rival, Moriarty. Join Tom and Ryan as they talk about logic, different interpretations of beloved characters, and flacid flashbacks. It's our review of The Triumph of Sherlock Holmes!
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0:02:30 - Background
0:18:00 - Summary
0:27:30 - Notable Scenes
0:33:45 - The Good
0:40:30 - The Bad
0:54:50 - The Ugly
Some movies seek to answer timeless questions, such as "Can an invincible knight find true love during the Crusades?" If you think the answer is yes, then give a listen to Tom and Ryan as they review an Italian fantasy romance and discuss such relevant topics as: Renaissance literature, elaborate costuming, and what it means to be a "visual philosopher." It's our review of Hearts and Armor!
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0:02:55 - Background
0:24:10 - Summary
0:35:55 - Notable Scenes
0:45:00 - The Good
0:51:35 - The Bad
1:03:50 - The Ugly
Gamera is a friend to all children and a foe to anyone who wants to destroy Expo 70! Yes, we're back with another kaiju film starring everyone's favorite giant turtle. Join Tom and Ryan as they talk about scenic green space in the lungs, the Tower of the Sun, and how to stay safe when your city is being seiged by giant monsters. Strap into your tiny submarine for our review of Gamera vs Jiger!
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0:05:25 - Background
0:16:50 - Back-of-the-Box Summary
0:33:15 - Notable Scenes
0:41:15 - The Good
0:46:45 - The Bad
1:04:25 - The Ugly
Ewoks! Ewoks! Ewoks! It's the second made-for-TV-and-British-theaters Ewoks adventure film, this time with our favorite Liberty Mutual spokesman, Wilford Brimley. Join Tom, Ryan, and special guest and Star Wars expert Greg as they talk about horse colors, bad masks, and super-speedy Teeks. It's our review of Ewoks: The Battle for Endor!
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0:04:25 - Background
0:23:35 - Back-of-the-Box Summary
0:37:05 - Notable Scenes
0:51:25 - The Good
0:58:45 - The Bad
1:21:30 - The Ugly
Hot on the heels of our last family adventure film, it's...another family adventure movie? This time there's bayou kids facing down a Bigfoot-esque monster in the middle of a hurricane! Sound exciting? It isn't! Join Tom and Ryan as they talk about bayou accents, Gilligan's Island (and Planet), and a new competitor for worst song on the podcast. It's our review of Return to Boggy Creek!
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0:03:10 - Background
0:17:35 - Back-of-the-Box Summary
0:29:45 - Notable Scenes
0:34:50 - The Good
0:37:30 - The Bad
0:52:35 - The Ugly
Who doesn't love a good family adventure film--movies that are entertaining for whole family, packed with comedy, action, and drama? Sadly, that's not what we have here. Join Tom and Ryan as they watch kids surf and fight ninjas. We also talk about cotton candy, running gags, Leslie Nielsen, and answering machines! So grab a board and listen to our review of Surf Ninjas!
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0:03:20 - Background
0:23:40 - Back-of-the-Box Summary
0:28:40 - Notable Scenes
0:33:50 - The Good
0:41:55 - The Bad
1:01:20 - The Ugly
It's time to revisit the golden age of cinema for a 1940s comedy-adventure-horror! It's a movie that dares to make you laugh and tries to scare you with zombies and casual racism. Join Tom and Ryan as they discuss dated comedy, forgotten actors, and voodoo rituals (with a hint of druidic magic). Become one of the gang and listen to our review of King of the Zombies!
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0:07:20 - Background
0:30:20 - Back-of-the-Box Summary
0:38:20 - Notable Scenes
0:43:25 - The Good
0:48:55 - The Bad
0:55:05 - The Ugly