Category: Podcast
Episodes of the Dudes on Movies podcast
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238 – Cool Hand Luke
The Dudes are “recording a podcast here boss” with 1967’s Cool Hand Luke. As a progenitor of the American New Wave, this film brought new ideas and techniques to the world of filmmaking, and pushed the boundaries of what was acceptable on the silver screen. Like eating 50 eggs. Sounds like a nice round number.… Read more
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237 – Ed Wood
The Dudes aren’t angora salesmen, they’re in pictures, with 1994’s Ed Wood, Tim Burton’s deeply personal biopic about the infamous Grade Z filmmaker and his relationship and collaboration with Bela Lugosi. It’s hilarious, shot in stunning Black and White, and stands as an essential document of Hollywood History. And remember…future events such as these will… 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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BONUS – Question Of The Week Responses August 2024
We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for August 2024! Episode 230 – Superbad – Who are your least favorite cinematic police officers? Episode 231 – Super Mario Bros – What movies that you looked forward to were the biggest disappointments? Episode 232 – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory – What… Read more
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235 – The General
The Dudes go silent for once in their lives with 1926’s The General. Buster Keaton’s masterpiece about a courageous train engineer in The American Civil War is both essential viewing for cinephiles, and morally reprehensible. We always welcome challenging films, and thankfully this one is so expertly crafted, you almost….you know what, no. It makes… Read more
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234 – Stand By Me
The Dudes want to see a dead body in 1986’s Stand By Me. This coming of age tale follows four friends on a journey where they unexpectedly grow as individuals, address past traumas, and gain reverence for things most adolescents ignore. It contains some of the best kid acting ever put to film, and is… Read more
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233 – Predator
The Dudes go topless in the jungle and get chased by one ugly…. with 1987’s Predator. Oft-quoted, oft-referenced, and oft-memed, this movie defines 80s excess, and still entertains almost 40 years later. So air-arm-wrestle your best frenemy and paint stripes on your face for…an advantage? Who cares, this is a damned good time. OTHER MOVIES… Read more
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232 – Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
The Dudes take a voyage of pure imagination in 1971’s Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. This children’s fantasy favorite brings humor and adventure for all ages, with a sugary coating of social commentary. It’s weirdly delightful and worth every second of your time, but if you want admission, you’ll need a golden ticket. OTHER… Read more
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BONUS – Question Of The Week Responses July 2024
We read your responses to our Questions of the Week for July 2024! Episode 225 – The Iron Claw – What stories that interest you haven’t yet been made into a movie? Episode 226 – The Christmas Shoes – What are some TV Movies you remember? Episode 227 – Michael Clayton – What are your… Read more
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231 – Super Mario Bros (1993)
The Dudes warp to what they’re told is the Mushroom Kingdom with 1993’s Super Mario Bros. Nintendo screened this film, saw what was done with their iconic game and characters, and left The Movie Business forever. An extreme reaction, but a fair one. This movie is really dumb everybody, but now and then that’s how… Read more
