When you spend all day in a studio shooting a YouTube series about drinking, things can run off the rails in a hurry, and carefully managing that chaos is vital if you’re going to make a show like How to Drink, and that’s what Greg & Meredith have done for years. Here at Midnight Local we give into that chaos and let the rails be damned. These are the conversations that make you pause the movie because it just can't wait. Things like how the Hays Code destroyed cinema from 1934 - 1968, why D ...
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The midnight movie that inspired Beetlejuice?
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In this conversation, Gregory and Meredith discuss the movies Beetlejuice and Forbidden Zone. They explore the connection between Danny Elfman and Tim Burton, the transgressive nature of Forbidden Zone, and the iconic music in Beetlejuice. They also touch on the racial stereotypes and controversial elements in Forbidden Zone. Overall, they delve in…
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The Rocketeer is a 1991 film set in the late 1930s that follows the story of Cliff Seacord, a stunt pilot who becomes a superhero known as the Rocketeer. The movie was initially released as a Disney film but later changed to Touchstone due to its uncertain target audience. The film has pacing issues and struggled to find its audience, but has gaine…
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In this conversation, Greg and Meredith discuss the 1997 movie Flubber and its various aspects, the plot, the science behind Flubber, the characters, and the 'The Absent Minded Professor' of which it is a remake. They also discuss various inventions and technological advancements, including the internet, cell phones, electric cars, wearables, and G…
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Greg and Meredith discuss the sitcom 'Dinosaurs' and explore various aspects of the show, including its production, themes, and characters. The hosts analyze the dark and satirical elements of the show, as well as its commentary on relationships and societal issues. They also touch on the casting choices and the use of puppets in the series. The co…
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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the pilot episode of The X-Files. They talk about their personal experiences with the show, the dynamic between Mulder and Scully, and the cinematic quality of the series. They also touch on the recurring themes of skepticism and belief, as well as the show's commitment to visual storytel…
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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the TV show Veep and its parallels to real-world politics. They share their impressions of the show, including the shaky camera style and the unlikeable characters. They also discuss the dynamics of dysfunctional office environments and the chaos that comes with working in politics. The c…
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Christian Bale's first movie was weird and wonderful and awful and soviet
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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss the obscure movie 'Mio in the Land of Far Away.' They reminisce about their childhood memories of the film and its strange and unique qualities. They explore the origins of the movie, its production process, and the notable actors involved. Despite acknowledging that the movie is objectiv…
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In this episode of Midnight Local, Greg and Meredith discuss their experience working with Studio 71, a multi-channel network. They talk about the initial excitement of being hired by Studio 71 to produce a podcast, the lack of communication and support from the company, and ultimately being fired during a meeting. They also touch on the challenges…
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Dark City is a highly critically acclaimed film from 1998, Roger Ebert went as far as to call it the best film of that year. The movie is often compared to the Matrix and remembered fondly by both Greg and Meredith. We aren't so sure that it still holds up but we couldn't stop bringing it up when we discussed The Matrix a few weeks ago and thought …
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We couldn't talk about Alien without talking about it's arguably superior sequel, Aliens. James Cameron redefines the franchise into an action/adventure packed blockbuster where we see our main characters really fight back against the alien threat. The mother/daughter love story Cameron builds between Ripley and Newt adds a layer of humanity to thi…
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Alien, is directing a job for jerks?
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In this episode we talk about the best space thriller of all time. This is the second Ridley Scott film we have discussed - go back and check out our episode on Blade Runner - so we spend some time talking about other directors who have made their mark and if the position of the director has changed. Also we discuss how Dan O'Bannon creates the mos…
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Is the Matrix as awesome as we thought it was in 1999. There is no question that bullet time made it’s mark on filmmaking but is that the best thing the Matrix left us with? This week we are talking about this and much more. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG Watch the ep…
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Paul Reubens, Pee Wee’s Big Adventure
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We are talking about Pee Wee Herman’s Big Adventure this week, Tim Burton’s feature debut. We also dive into the miss information surrounding Paul Reubens and how his signature alter ego came to be. This comedian and the world he created will be very missed. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram…
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This week we are talking about anime, Miyazaki films and Spirited Away. Somehow we also found ourselves in a conversation about Game of Thrones which we will need to expand upon in a future episode. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG Watch the episodes on our YouTube Chan…
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Blade Runner, they don’t make them like this anymore
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Today we are talking about Ridley Scott’s Cyberpunk masterpiece. With all of the stops and starts, financing issues, and production challenges it is a miracle this movie got made. Turns out we watched different versions of the movie, if you are watching along with us the Director’s Cut is the superior choice. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit…
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We watched the Netflix doc Muscles and Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators and it brought us back to the golden age of weird fever dream TV. We are talking about Sifl and Olly, Cutlery Corner, UHF and all the other content that was filling time slots in the early days of late night television and cable. Let us know if you agree tha…
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The Dark Knight, Christopher Nolan's Batman
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After watching the 1989 Batman we thought there was a lot more to talk about, especially when it comes to different versions of the Joker. This week we decided to take a look at The Dark Knight and see how Christopher Nolan's Batman compares to Burton's and how Heath Ledger's Joker compares to Jack Nicholson's. Both are great but is one better than…
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Peak 90s Nostalgia, Super Mario Bros.
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Super Mario Bros. took us back to our childhood which is probably what made it the most successful movie of the year so far! The voice acting leaves a lot to be desired but the movie hits all the right nostalgic notes. What other NES games will become movie franchises in the near future? More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: h…
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The most ambitious crossover, Who Framed Roger Rabbit
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It is incredible that Who Framed Roger Rabbit ever got made, but thank goodness it did! The talent that pours out of every frame of this film is still impressive 30 years later! More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG Watch the episodes on our YouTube Channel: https://www.yout…
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Another Disney Remake, The Little Mermaid
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Disney has always reused old IP to make more money, so the “live action” remakes are nothing new, but do they hold up to the originals? In this episode we compare the animated and live action Little Mermaids. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG Watch the episodes on our Yo…
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Is Keaton the best Batman? Is Jack Nicholson the best Joker? Maybe we will never know for sure but in this episode we breakdown the Batman that changed it all in the search for answers. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG Watch the episodes on our YouTube Channel: https://…
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Cool mess or hot mess, Everything Everywhere All at Once
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The 2023 best picture winner sparked a lively debate between Meredith and Greg. Is the movie too long and Oscar bait-y, or is it a beautifully relatable emotional mess? One thing is for sure, it left us with lots to talk about! More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG Watch the…
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Lovable curmudgeons, Columbo and Poker Face
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Movies are wonderful but there is a lot of fantastic Television out there as well. This episode started out about Columbo and Poker Face (which is heavily inspired by Columbo) but turned into a love letter to Natasha Lyonne and Peter Faulk. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2…
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Undead Frenemies, Death Becomes Her
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This unexpected Oscar winner really holds up! We debate if there is a victim or a villain or if the main characters of this film all deserved what they got. What is for sure is that the all star cast and crew created a perfect storm for a silly movie that gives your more than you bargain for. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitt…
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Total Recall warned us about Elon Musk
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Did Paul Verhoeven have a time machine or is he a wizard? We watched Total Recall, another of his sci fi action films that has remained shockingly relevant well over 30 year past it's release. This film has some of the most memorable special effects of the time and holds up in ways that seem impossible. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2V…
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Are we in control of our own free will or are we just along for the ride? This is a core question of the cyberpunk genre that is defined by movies like RoboCop. Don't judge this movie by its cover, RoboCop might present like another dumb action flick but there is a lot to unpack in this Paul Verhoeven masterpiece. More about the show: Twitch: http:…
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Is Johnny Lawrence redeemable? Is Cobra Kai just Degrassi with punching? Is Mr. Miyagi the coolest character in The Karate Kid universe (not actually a question)? Thoughts about all of these questions and more on this week's episode of Midnight Local. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http:…
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Nerd and Newbie debate Dungeons & Dragons
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One of us is a massive D&D fan, can you guess which one? In this episode of Midnight Local we are talking about Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves, the pros and cons of movie franchises, domestic life and what types of movies make us feel 13 again. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram:…
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Does The Menu and Triangle of Sadness, two "eat the rich" movies that came out last year, stand out in the long history of eat-the-rich movies? With other recent movies like Parasite and Knives Out or older movies like Society it seems debatable. Which is why we have Midnight Local. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http:/…
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Greg and Mere discuss if the star-studded Knives Out sequel Glass Onion lives up to the original. We also play a game to see which napkin inventions pass the bull shit test. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MidnightLocal Learn m…
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Actually talking about Barbarian...mostly
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WE DID IT! We spent a good proportion of this episode talking about the movie we intended to talk about. But we also touch on the history of the word Barbarian, film school, and read some movie reviews from twitter. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG YouTube Channel: http…
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We split this episode into 2 parts because we got pretty off topic talking about how impossible Greg is to please when it comes to movies, 90's stranger danger PSAs and other booze infused revelations. In this episode of Midnight Local we are trying to talk about Barbarian. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H…
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The Goonies, did this movie create PG-13
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West coast pirates, 80s babes, the creation of PG-13 and all the other brick-a-brac. In this episode of Midnight Local we are talking about one of the best (maybe THE best?) coming of age movies of all time, The Goonies. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG YouTube Channel:…
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Is it okay to laugh at this?, Waiting for Guffman
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Improvisation, small town theater, the questionable humor of the 90s and learning to not think. Must be another Monday on Midnight Local. In this episode we are talking about Christopher Guest's Waiting for Guffman. More about the show: Twitch: http://bit.ly/2VsOi3d Twitter: http://bit.ly/H2DTwit Instagram: http://bit.ly/H2dIG YouTube Channel: http…
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The Perfect Zombies, Return of the Living Dead
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Zombies that can't be killed, government that can't be trusted, burlesque grandmas and one of the most legendary rifts in horror movie history? Must be another Monday on Midnight Local. In this episode we are talking about Return of the Living Dead. •Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhOcqmdxMfzI4unITT2mc1yc_fEqQyxO…
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When you spend all day in a studio shooting a YouTube series about drinking, things can run off the rails in a hurry, and carefully managing that chaos is vital if you’re going to make a show like How to Drink, and that’s what Greg & Meredith have done for years. Here at Midnight Local we give into that chaos and let the rails be damned. These are …
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