Category: Podcast
Episodes of the Dudes on Movies podcast
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268 – The Legend of Drunken Master
The Dudes get wasted and fight evil businessmen in 2000’s The Legend of Drunken Master! This Jackie Chan vehicle combines some of his most exciting fight sequences with an important plot and lots of humor. It released in the 2000s, was made in the 90s, but feels like the 80s. Grab yourself a drink and… Read more
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267 – Chinatown
The Dudes investigate infidelity and uncover far worse offences with 1974’s Chinatown. This modern noir classic shows the full measure of what was possible in The American New Wave, and filmmakers have been trying to duplicate it ever since. It’s legendary for a reason everybody, so please join us! QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are… Read more
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BONUS – Question Of The Week Responses March 2025
We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for March 2025! Episode 260 – The Man Who Wasn’t There – What are your favorite Noir films? Episode 261 – Topsy-Turvy – What are your favorite movies about creative partnerships? Episode 262 – White Men Can’t Jump – What movies did you and your… Read more
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266 – Lost in Translation
The Dudes wear pink wigs and yellow camo in 2003’s Lost in Translation. Sofia Coppola’s film about two lonely souls struggling with who they are and where they are in life is a refreshing and unique take on the romance genre. Scarlett Johansson is wise beyond her years and Bill Murray gives an Oscar deserving… Read more
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265 – Planet Of The Apes
The Dudes make a desert of their home and yours with 1968’s Planet Of The Apes. For cultural impact, there are few films more important than Franklin J. Schaffner’s classic, and that they keep trying to recapture it’s glory with re-makes proves it’s continued relevance. But stay out of the Forbidden Zone with those re-makes,… Read more
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264 – Blue Velvet
The Dudes discover the dark side of suburbia with 1986’s Blue Velvet. If you’ve never experienced David Lynch, this is the place to start. It’s got all the hallmarks: thrilling mystery, unsettling characters, and psycho-sexual encounters with people you probably shouldn’t be involved with. Throw in an off-the-rails Dennis Hopper, and you’ve got a masterpiece.… Read more
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263 – The Third Man
The Dudes get unwittingly involved in post-war intrigue with 1949’s The Third Man. This noir mystery classic set in Allied-Occupied Vienna features legendary actors, stunning photography, and a ripping zither score! Join us in analyzing a true Film School essential. OTHER MOVIES DISCUSSED Anora (2024) – Directed by Sean Baker Heart Eyes (2025) – Directed… Read more
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Boogie Nights : Re-Dude #1
Here we go everybody, it’s the first in a series of Bonus episodes where we’ll re-visit movies we covered when we originally started. For the first Re-Dude, we’re taking on Paul Thomas Anderson’s legendary 1997 epic Boogie Nights! Please stay tuned to the feed for our normal episodes, and look out for other swell upcoming… Read more
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262 – White Men Can’t Jump
The Dudes talk a lot of trash with 1992’s White Men Can’t Jump. The chemistry between Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson, both on screen and on the court, is magnetic. But can they use their talents to hustle peace into their lives? Either way, it’s going to be fun. And remember, sometimes when you win,… Read more
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BONUS – Question Of The Week Responses February 2025
We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for February 2025! Episode 256 – One Hour Photo – What are the best movies about alienation and loneliness? Episode 257 – The Burbs – What are the best movies with the worst endings? Episode 258 – The Collector – What are the most effective… Read more
