Category: 2000s
Movies from the 2000s
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256 – One Hour Photo
The dudes develop photos, and unhealthy obsessions, with 2002’s One Hour Photo! This Robin Williams vehicle hinges on his playing against type. And it works. He steals customers’ private photos, threatens naked people with hunting knives, and inappropriately gifts anime toys to little kids. It’s everything Mrs. Doubtfire should have been! OTHER MOVIES DISCUSSED Forbidden… Read more
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255 – In Bruge
Dudes On Demand 2025 concludes as The Dudes brawl with Canadian tourists and look at Messianic blood with 2008’s In Bruges. Like Goofus and Gallant, Ray’s and Ken’s life choices often contrast in a way that makes outsiders feel one man is better than the other. And this is correct. But every life has value,… Read more
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254 – Spirited Away
The Dudes remember their names with 2001’s Spirited Away! This masterpiece from Studio Ghibli is often considered the best animated film ever made. From the imaginative and relatable characters, the universal storytelling, and incredibly intricate visuals, this film has it all. It’s not perfect, but it’s damn near close. Watch it or I’ll cry! OTHER… Read more
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250 – A Dudes Kind of Christmas
We’re celebrating our 250th episode by discussing our favorite holiday films in multiple genres. That’s right folks – 16 films are discussed in this episode! We also do a gift exchange and chat about our personal holiday memories. So curl up by the fire, get yourself some eggnog, and prepare for a holiday spectacular like… Read more
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248 – Zodiac
The Dudes try to solve a cold case with 2007’s Zodiac. David Fincher expertly captured the exhaustive fervor, mass hysteria and obsessive paranoia surrounding this famous true-crime event. The acting is phenomenal, the attention to detail is meticulous, and the lack of Oscar nominations is unforgivable. Try not to ruin your life while listening to… Read more
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236 – Hannibal
The Dudes experience fine dining in 2001’s Hannibal. This highly anticipated sequel to “The Silence of the Lambs” could never live up to expectations, but that doesn’t mean it lacks interesting ideas or quality craftsmanship. It just lacks about everything else. Still, the set pieces are absolutely wild, and Gary Oldman’s performance as Mason Verger… Read more
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230 – Superbad
The Dudes’ fear of separation culminates at a house party in 2007’s Superbad. This crude high school comedy set a new standard for the genre, and is considered by many to be one of the best. It also showcases many talents before their rise to fame. So grab your fake ID and be careful who… Read more
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228 – Wet Hot American Summer
The Dudes head to summer camp in 2001’s Wet Hot American Summer. This absurdist parody takes conventions from popular summer camp movies of the 70s and 80s and spins them on their head. It also features a who’s who cast of actors that will keep you saying “Oh, they’re in this?” Just be sure to… Read more
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227 – Michael Clayton
The Dudes aren’t the guys you kill, they’re the guys you buy, with 2007’s Michael Clayton. This well-acted, suspenseful, legal thriller is George Clooney at his smoldering best, while Tilda Swinton and Tom Wilkinson show you why they’re two of the best to ever do it. So curl up with a gripping Fantasy novel, and… Read more
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226 – The Christmas Shoes
The dudes hold back their anger, unsuccessfully, with 2004’s The Christmas Shoes. What do you get when you adapt a crappy song into a crappy book and then into a crappy movie? You get this. Rob Lowe learning it’s okay to be an asshole as long as your wife accepts your apology. Good lord everyone.… Read more
