On this month's movie catch-up, we discuss Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and also some of the greatest films to come from down under! 0:00:00 - Intro 00:02:47 - Walkabout (1971) 00:06:34 - Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975) 00:16:24 - The Year of Living Dangerously (1982) 00:24:11 - The Castle (1997) 00:33:02 - Kenny (2006) 00:36:41 - Welcome to Woop Woop (19…

For the Patreon after-show following our episode on Payback, we decided to revisit the four Mad Max movies! Here's a small taste of this episode which is available now, exclusively on Patreon: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics. You can also find us on Twitter: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlancello And don't forg…

On this ep, we discuss the 1999 film Payback starring Mel Gibson and directed by Brian Helgeland. We compare the original cut to the Director's Cut that followed in 2006. The movie, an adaptation of Richard Stark's The Hunter, gave us an excuse to talk about the other movies featuring the Parker character as well - Point Blank, The Split, The Outfi…

On the May 2024 movie catch-up, we chat about some old and new releases that we watched last month! It all leads up to our special discussion of Jerry Seinfeld's Unfrosted! Get ready for bad dueling Jerry impressions. Timecodes below: 00:00:00 - Joe Met Chevy Chase 00:08:21 - Speedy (1928) 00:16:54 - Bullets Over Broadway (1994) 00:21:13 - Dial of …

On episode 37 we discuss Miracle Mile (1988), which was picked by one of our supporters on Patreon! This apocaltypic thriller was written and directed by Steve De Jarnatt. Before getting into the plot of the movie, we discuss two earlier films that Steve was involved in: Strange Brew (1983) and Cherry 2000 (1987). The mics kept rolling after this e…

On this movie catch-up we dicuss: 00:00:00 - Unfrosted Trailer 00:06:40 - Blackberry (2023) 00:12:48 - Steve Martin Documentary (2024) 00:20:22 - Cotton Comes to Harlem (1970) 00:28:28 - David Lynch Movies Don't forget to check us out on Patreon for even more content: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics You can also find us on Twitter: Joe: https://…

On this episode, we discuss Frank Oz's Bowfinger! The showbiz comedy stars Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, Heather Graham, Jamie Kennedy, Christine Baranski, and Terence Stamp. The mics kept rolling after this episode as we talked about Frank Oz's other movies - everything from The Dark Crystal up to The Score. You can find that episode exclusively on …

On this random discussion, we talk about our experience making a short film as part of a 37 Hour Film Festival hosted by Kevin Smith's Smodcastle. Don't forget to check us out on Patreon for even more content: https://patreon.com/almostcultclassics You can also find us on Twitter: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlan…

Our latest movie catch-up ended up being a milestone episode for two reasons. One, it's probably the longest and most diverse list of films we've ever discussed on an episode. Two, we probably got the angriest we have ever been discussing a movie on the show, which was a film sent to us by one of our kind Patrons! Did you know our supporters on Pat…

On this episode we revisit Kinka Usher's 1999 superhero comedy, Mystery Men! The film stars Ben Stiller, William H. Macy, Hank Azaria, Paul Reubens, Janeane Garofalo, Kel Mitchell, Wes Studi, Geoffrey Rush, and Tom Waits. The mics kept rolling after this episode as we talked about a similar themed superhero comedy, Super (2010). You can find that e…

On our latest movie catch-up we discuss a very diverse array of movies that we watched over the course of January - some new, some old. As always be prepared for some hot takes and controversial opinions. Also, just a heads up, you can hear the central heat kick on towards the end of the discussion. We usually turn it off but it was freezing the da…

On our first episode of 2024 we finally tackle a movie we have been wanting to do since launching this show - Wild Wild West! It's a movie that both of us grew up with yet hadn't seen in 20 years so come join us as we discuss whether the movie has been unfairly maligned or if it's as bad as everyone says it is. We also use this as an opportunity to…

On this random episode about nothing, Ryan & I go through some bizarre childhood VHS tapes that I had in storage. This inspired a variety of discussions including; Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre, the cinema of Yahoo Serious, the 1960's Three Stooges movies, VHS box sets, Tom Green, Roberto Benigni's Pinocchio, Warriors of Virtue, Jerry Lewis'…

Welcome to our December movie catch-up! On it we discuss: 00:00:16 - Dien Bien Phu (1992) 00:05:08 - Godzilla Minus One (2023) 00:17:04 - The Holdovers... again (2023) 00:31:24 - Candy Cane Lane (2023) 00:39:02 - Fallout TV series trailer 00:42:34 - Joe's Naked Gun Video

On this year's holiday episode, we discuss Shane Black's Kiss Kiss Bang Bang! This crime comedy from 2005 stars Robert Downey Jr., Val Kilmer, and Michelle Monaghan. We also talk about some of Black's other movies, like The Nice Guys, as well as his fondness for setting his movies around Christmastime.…

On our November movie-catch up we discuss newer releases such as; Thanksgiving, The Frasier Reboot, Good Burger 2, and HBO's Albert Brooks doc. Ryan also takes us through some of the older movies he's been watching like; Un Flic, Aguirre, Onibaba, and Caligula. I swear those are all real titles. 00:00:00 Porco Rosso 00:04:22 Thanksgiving 00:07:30 T…

On this episode we're talking about 1994's The Shadow, starring Alec Baldwin and directed by Russell Mulcahy. We also talk about the origins of the pulp character as well as some of the other films directed by Mulcahy, such as Highlander. The conversation keeps going on our Patreon, where we talk about The Rocketeer, The Phantom, and The Spirit: ww…

On this month's movie catch-up we chat about some of the movies we watched during the month of October, including new releases; The Holdovers, Dream Scenario, and A Haunting in Venice. Ryan also regales us with some of the Miyazaki films and French noire he's been watching. Please consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassic…

On this year's Halloween episode we take a look back at William Peter Blatty's The Exorcist III! Based on his own novel, Legion, Blatty directs this belated sequel to the original which stars George C. Scott as Lt. Kinderman, taking over the role from Lee J. Cobb in the first film. An exclusive follow-up will be available on Patreon where we discus…

On this episode, we revisit about Robert Rodriguez's Once Upon a Time in Mexico from 2003. The third and final installment of his Mexico triology, we also used this as an opportunity to talk about the previous two films; El Mariachi and Desperado. Support us on Patreon for even more content: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics…

On this movie catch-up, we chat about the two biggest films of the summer: Barbie and Oppenheimer! We also talk about seeing Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein during Blobfest and Ryan's recent anime viewings... because that's where we're at now I guess. Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics Twitter: www.twitter.com/almostcclas…

On this episode we take a look at Andrew Bergman's The Freshman starring Matthew Broderick and Marlon Brando. In it, Broderick plays a college freshman who gets roped into a business venture with a mobster played by Brando, who is essentially reprising his role as Don Corleone. The movie also stars Bruno Kirby, Penelope Ann Miller, BD Wong, Maximil…

After discussing the careers of Trey Parker and Matt Stone at length for our episode on BASEketball, we decided to list our all-time favorite South Park episodes! Joe ranks his in a top 15 format while Ryan picks his favorites in chronological order.

Join us just minutes after our screening of 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' at our boyhood movie theater to discuss the fifth installment in detail! This is a spoiler heavy discussion right from the jump so don't listen if you don't want the plot ruined for you. Don't forget to check us out on Patreon for bonus content and early access to a…

On this episode we catch-up on: Everything Everywhere All at Once, Evil Dead Rise, Pearl, Renfield, The Whale, and we wrap thing up with our predictions for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny! If you've read spoilers for that one, please don't share anything in the comments as we want to go in completely fresh next weekend!…

We're back! After a brief hiatus needed to upgrade some of our equiptment, we return to discuss David Zucker's BASEketball from 1998! This sports comedy stars South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, who were our primary reasons for wanting to profile this movie! Support us on Patreon for an exclusive bonus episode where we talk about the ot…

On this episode we chat about Super Mario Bros., Top Gun Maverick, Star Wars & Indiana Jones news, plus Joe attends a horror movie convention and Ryan revisits American Psycho. Lots of ranting and venting on this episode, we hope you enjoy!

Here's our second part on Quentin Tarantino's Cinema Speculation! On this episode we chat about the second half of the book, which includes; Taxi Driver (1976), Rolling Thunder (1977), Paradise Alley (1978), Escape from Alcatraz (1979), Hardcore (1979), and The Funhouse (1980). Support us on Patreon for even more content & episodes: www.patreon.com…

On our first ever book episode, we're talking about Quentin Tarantino's Cinema Speculation! The book is a love letter to the movies Quentin grew up watching in the 1970's. On the first part of this two part series, we discuss; Joe (1970), Bullitt (1968), Dirty Harry (1971), Deliverance (1972), The Getaway (1972), The Outfit (1973), Sisters (1972), …

On this catch-up we're chatting about the movies/TV shows we watched in January & February, including: The Menu, Glass Onion, The Fabelmans, M3GAN, and The Last of Us. Ryan also returned to the movie theater for an Albert Pyun double-feature! Support us on Patreon for more content and bonus episodes: www.Patreon.com/AlmostCultClassics…

On this episode we check out Eddie Murphy's directorial debut with 1989's Harlem Nights! Murphy also wrote and stars in this ensemble gangster comedy that also features Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx, Della Reese, Danny Aiello, and Michael Lerner! Support us on Patreon for more content and bonus episodes: www.Patreon.com/AlmostCultClassics…

On this movie catch-up, we're chatting about all of the movies and shows we watched in December! We discuss newer releases; 3,000 Years of Longing, The Banshees of Inisherin, A Christmas Story Christmas (which got us on the topic of belated movie sequels), The Automat, and the Willow TV series. On the second part of the episode we recap the movies …

On this EXCLUSIVE Patreon bonus episode, we discuss two documentaries about making movies: American Movie & Overnight. The latter of which got us to talk about film school and some of our experiences there. Here's a quick snippet from that episode which you can find now at www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics…

On this year's holiday episode, we discuss a Christmas comedy called The Ref starring Judy Davis, Denis Leary, and Kevin Spacey, directed by the late Ted Demme. Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights for our upcoming episodes, and early access to all of our content: www.patreon.com/AlmostCultClassics.…

On this month's movie catch-up, we chat about the movies we watched during the months of October and November, including; Halloween Kills, Hocus Pocus 2, Rob Zombie's assault of The Munsters, and Barbarian...again! Also older documentaries (Overnight & American Movie) which we recently watched again.…

It's big episode 25! We decided to celebrate by checking out our most frequently requested movie from listeners - 1992's Stay Tuned! This surreal dark comedy came from director Peter Hyams, whose filmography we discuss, and stars John Ritter, Pam Dawber, Jeffrey Jones, and Eugene Levy! Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting r…

On this month's movie catch-up, we talk about movies we saw this September; Elvis, Licorice Pizza, Confess Fletch, I Love My Dad, Barbarian, House of the Dragon, AND the first 10 minutes of Rob Zombie's The Munsters!

On this episode we take a look at Bill Paxton's directorial debut with the horror/thriller Frailty (2001)! Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights for our upcoming episodes, and early access to all of our content: www.patreon.com/AlmostCultClassics.

The first installment of a monthly episode where we discuss some of the new(ish) movies that we saw as well as some old films we recently revisited! On this episode we talk about Nope, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Jurassic World: Dominion, Everything Everywhere All at Once, and a revisit to American Pie.…

On this episode we look back at 1997's Fierce Creatures, a "spiritual successor" to 1988's A Fish Called Wanda! It stars John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Palin, and Kevin Kline! Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights for our upcoming episodes, and early access to all of our content: www.patreon.com/AlmostCultClas…

Following our discussion on Silent Movie (1976), we wanted to profile some more acclaimed silent movies, including Harold Lloyd's Safety Last (1923), Buster Keaton's The General (1926), Charlie Chaplin's City Lights (1931), and lastly The Artist (2011). We also surprisingly have a lot to say about Orson Welles via our mediocre impressions.…

Here's a short preview of our new episode out exclusively on our Patreon: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics! Supporters there get bonus episodes & discussions, polls to vote on our future episodes, BluRay giveaways, and more for just just $5 a month!

Mel Brooks' Silent Movie from 1976! Part 1 of a planned two-part retrospective on Mel's films, this episode deals with the early films of his career; The Producers, The Twelve Chairs, Blazing Saddles, Young Frankenstein, leading up to our spotlight on his fifth film, Silent Movie. Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights…

On this episode, we talk about some of our favorite (and not so favorite) Comedy Western movies, including; The Kid Brother, Go West, My Little Chickadee, They Call Me Trinity/Trinity Is Still My Name, My Name Is Nobody, The Paleface, Cat Ballou, Support Your Local Sheriff, The Frisco Kid, Blazing Saddles, City Slickers, Three Amigos, and more!…

On what is sure to be a contensious episode, we discuss Seth MacFarlane's 2014 comedy "A Million Ways to Die in the West"! The movie was written and directed by Seth, and features Liam Neeson, Charlize Theron, Amanda Seyfried, Neil Patrick Harris and more! Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights for our upcoming episode…

On our first ever supersized double-feature, we discuss the chaos, confusion, and comedy of Problem Child (1990) and Problem Child 2 (1991). Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights for our upcoming episodes, and early access to all of our content: www.patreon.com/AlmostCultClassics.…

Join us as we revisit all of the movies we discussed in 2021, giving our second thoughts and digressions for each! Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights for our upcoming episodes, and early access to all of our content: www.patreon.com/AlmostCultClassics.

On this episode we revisit the criminally underrated The Ice Harvest from 2005, which really serves as an excuse for us to discuss the career of the late Harold Ramis. The movie, directed by Ramis, is based on a novel of the same name by Scott Phillips and stars John Cusack, Billy Bob Thornton, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Platt, Mike Starr, and Randy Qu…

On this episode of the podcast we discuss the 1992 adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula from director Francis Ford Coppola! This film revitalized the gothic horror genre & features an amazing array of practical special effects. Join us as we look back at this great horror film as well as the cinema (and wine) of Francis Ford Coppola himself. Support…

On this episode of the podcast we discuss 1980's Used Cars! This manic comedy is the second feature of director Robert Zemeckis from a script by him and Bob Gale. It stars Kurt Russell, Jack Warden, Gerrit Graham, Frank McRae, Deborah Harmon and Joe Flaherty Support us on Patreon for exclusive bonus discussions, voting rights for our upcoming episo…