Category: Podcast
Episodes of the Dudes on Movies podcast
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179 – Secrets and Lies
The Dudes encounter family strife and turmoil with Mike Leigh’s 1996 Palme D’Or-winning Secrets and Lies. What can you say? This timeless, Stone-Cold Classic about complicated lives from Britain’s greatest filmmaker is both heartbreaking and hilarious, and you should watch it. Other movies discussed: Beau Travail (1999) – Directed by Claire Denis… Read more
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178 – Young Adult
The Dudes can’t stop living in the past with 2011’s Young Adult. Watch as Charlize Theron self-destructs and ruins the lives of everyone around her. They say all characters must grow and have an arc over the course of a film, but do they??? Other movies discussed: That Guy Dick Miller (2014) – Directed by… Read more
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177 – Idiocracy
The Dudes are forced to navigate a world where every citizen behaves like your most ignorant uncle with 2006’s Idiocracy. Mike Judge’s cautionary tale somewhat polarizes Scott and Dave, but in the end we can all agree the world we currently inhabit wouldn’t need that much of a push to become the one depicted here. … Read more
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176 – Casablanca
The Dudes sacrifice everything while seeking passage to America with Hollywood’s ultimate classic, Casablanca. Filled with unforgettable romance, mystery, and intrigue, there’s a reason this movie has transcended time. Even those who haven’t seen it know it and can quote it. And although the thoughts of a couple podcasters doesn’t amount to a hill of… Read more
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175 – Nil by Mouth
This week on the show, Scott and Dave discuss 1997’s Nil By Mouth, Gary Oldman’s ultra-realistic look at life in South London. Warning: This films deals explicitly with domestic violence, and we discuss the issue at length during the episode. Other movies discussed: Fall (2022) – Directed by Scott Mann and Jonathan Frank Beyond the… Read more
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BONUS – Question of the Week Responses June 2023
We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for June 2023! Episode 169 – Brokeback Mountain – What are your favorite movies about living a double life? Episode 170 – Hellbent – What are your favorite slasher films that don’t involve Freddy Kreuger, Michael Meyers, Leatherface, Jason Voorhees, Ghost Face, or Pinhead? Episode… Read more
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174 – Witness
The Dudes hide out on an Amish farm with 1985’s Witness. This early career hit from director Peter Weir cemented Harrison Ford, who was already a giant movie star, as a truly great actor. Join us as we discuss this fantastic film, and learn a little about Dave’s up-brining. What a mensch! Other movies discussed:… Read more
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173 – John Wick
The Dudes blow past NWO Security to the VIP Room of The Red Circle with 2014’s John Wick. This high octane, ultraviolent revenge story gives you everything you want and some of what you don’t. But even if you get mad, stick around, because the appeal of Keanu Reeves is impossible to resist. Other… Read more
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172 – Hedwig and the Angry Inch
The Dudes become groupies for the greatest rock band to tour the Midwest: “Hedwig and the Angry Inch”! This rock odyssey recalls the tragic yet awesome tale of how one individual overcomes impossible odds, follows their dreams, and casts out the demons of their past. All with truly excellent music! Other movies discussed: Autumn Sonata… Read more
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171 – Bound
The Dudes find themselves in an uncommonly erotic web of deceit with Lana and Lilly Wachowski’s 1996 Neo-Noir thriller “Bound”. Join us in adulthood, and treat yourself to the kind of movie that’s truly difficult to come by today. Other movies discussed: Chungking Express (1994) – Directed by Wong Kar-wai The Dead Zone (1983)… Read more
