Category: Podcast
Episodes of the Dudes on Movies podcast
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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
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261 – Topsy-Turvy
The Dudes perform without their corsets with 1999’s Topsy-Turvy. This story of Gilbert & Sullivan’s Mikado collaboration, along with the inner-workings of the Savoy Theatre is one of Mike Leigh’s greatest achievements. A successful opera isn’t easy to pull together, and neither is a film that dramatizes such a production. It’s also Leigh’s funniest film,… Read more
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260 – The Man Who Wasn’t There
The Dudes’ blackmail plot goes awry in 2001’s “The Man Who Wasn’t There”. Yeah, maybe it didn’t go as planned, but they keep it cool, take another drag, and focus on the hair. Doris took the fall for Big Dave, but that’s life. They aren’t going to prance around about it. Besides, there’s a young musician… Read more
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259 – The Wedding Singer
The Dudes accept meatballs as payment with 1998’s The Wedding Singer. From everything we see, Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore are obviously meant for each other, but the movie won’t let that happen, and almost takes pleasure in torturing you. What keeps you interested is the chemistry of the leads, and some genuine laughs. This… Read more
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258 – The Collector (1965)
The Dudes learn the best way to get to know somebody is to kidnap them, in 1965’s The Collector! In William Wyler’s final film, a lonely man kidnaps a woman because he wants her to love him. Of course, that’s not how it works. Terror ensues, along with confusion, and Stockholm syndrome. Unfortunately, this movie… Read more
