Send us a Text Message. What if the future of journalism lay in the heart of a dystopian war zone? In this gripping episode of the Oh Brother Podcast, Dan and Mike Smith dissect Alex Garland's latest cinematic marvel, "Civil War," a film that ventures into the chaos of a speculative civil conflict. With Kirsten Dunst leading a crew of intrepid phot…

Send us a Text Message. Remember the excitement and controversy of 1989 when Michael Keaton was cast as Batman? We sure do, and in this episode, we're taking you back to that pivotal year in film history. From the uproar over Keaton's casting to the iconic trailer that won fans' hearts, we share personal memories of opening night and the cultural b…

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what happened behind the scenes of Beverly Hills Cop's latest film? Join us on the Oh Brother Podcast as we unwrap the decades-long journey and the hurdles Eddie Murphy faced to bring Axel Foley back to life. Discover how the fourth installment of this iconic franchise overcame a development purgatory spanning …

Send us a Text Message. What if you could experience the onset of an alien invasion without leaving your seat? Join us on the latest Oh Brother Podcast episode as we review "A Quiet Place Day One," the thrilling prequel starring the incredible Lupita Nyong'o. Mike and I are buzzing with excitement over this new addition to the franchise, set a year…

Send us a Text Message. Dan and Mike discuss the movie "Jim Henson Idea Man" streaming now on Disney+ This movie takes us into the mind of this singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of "Sesame Street," "The Muppet Show," and beyond. Featuring unprecedented access to Jim’s persona…

Send us a Text Message. Dan and Mike welcome David Andrew James, the director of the new movie Bag of Lies, to the @ohbrotherpodcast. David shares sneak peaks of his new film, the backstory of how it was made, and many good things about the cast. David also shares his top five films! #podcast #interview #director Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support…

Send us a Text Message. On this week's episode of the @ohbrotherpodcast, Dan and Mike discuss the classic Aussie action flick, "Mad Max", discussing the film itself and it's legacy in the genre, but mostly bickering about its box office. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all podcast pla…

Send us a Text Message. On this week's episode of the @ohbrotherpodcast Dan and Mike discuss the recently restored 1970 documentary, Let it Be, from director Michael Lindsay-Hogg about the Beatles shortly before their breakup. Check out our site! ohbpodcast.com Follow us on socials! https://linktr.ee/ohbpodcast #podcast #movie #youtube #thebeatles …

Send us a Text Message. Dan and Mike welcome Mark Simon, the Godfather of Storyboarding, to the @ohbrotherpodcast. Mark shares how he got his start in Hollywood, his creative inspirations, the art of storyboarding, and discusses the real life bullying he endured leading to the writing of his memoir "Attacked". Mark also shares his top five films! #…

Send us a Text Message. On this week's episode of the @ohbrotherpodcast Dan and Mike discuss the Alfred Hitchcock classic "Strangers on a Train". They discuss the film's themes of doubles, some of the behind the scenes on the stars, and how it would pave the way in the future for Hitchcock. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother P…

Send us a Text Message. On this week’s episode of the @ohbrotherpodcast , Dan and Mike review the sequel film "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom". They discuss how it absolutely tanked and air out their personal grievances with the film, all while implying it should really sleep with the fishes. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother P…

Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode of the @ohbrotherpodcast Dan and Mike discuss Wonka, the prequel to the classic Willy Wonka film. They discuss all things from the classic Gene Wilder adaptation, to the infamous Glasgow experience, and even have a rather colorful argument all in between. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. O…

Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode of the @ohbrotherpodcast , Dan and Mike discuss the new biopic, "Bob Marley: One Love". They discuss everything from the actors' stunning performances to their own fond memories of growing up with Bob Marley's discography in the house, making this one an instant Oh Brother classic. Actress Karissa Lee …

Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode, Dan and Mike discuss and review the documentary "The Greatest Night in Pop" celebrating the 40th anniversary of "We Are the World". Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all podcast platforms Follow us on Instagram Leave a 5-star rating/review…

Send us a Text Message. For this week's episode of the Oh Brother Podcast, Dan and Mike have another chat with Ian and Eshom Nelms, directors of the upcoming movie, Red Right Hand. They talk about all things from behind the scenes, the casting process, and even maintaining safety on the filming set. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh …

Send us a Text Message. On this week's episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike discuss (and surprisingly agree about) the Holdovers. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all podcast platforms Follow us on Instagram Leave a 5-star rating/review on Apple Podcasts…

Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode, Dan and Mike discuss all things Disney. From the (lacking) park experience to current box office flops, they cover the loss of Disney's, big "D" energy. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all podcast platforms Follow us on Instagram Leave a…

Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode, Dan & Mike discuss Martin Scorsese's "Killers of the Flower Moon" based on the book by David Grann. Listen along as they discuss the film's strengths, weaknesses, and have a healthy debate all along. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all p…

Send us a Text Message. Dan and Mike talk all things Fargo! From the 1996 movie to the 2014 FX TV show, the brothers discuss their love and critiques for the 'Fargoverse' in this retrospective. It's a darn good time, oh you betcha. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all podcast platforms…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike review and recap season 1 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Created by Chris Black and Matt Fraction and starring Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Mari Yamamoto, Anders Holm, Joe Tippett, Wyatt Russell, Kurt Russell, and Elisa Lasowski. Support the Show. Oh Brothe…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike review Godzilla Minus One directed by Takashi Yamazaki and starring Minami Hamabe, Ryunosuke Kamiki, and Sakura Ando. Post war Japan is at its lowest point when a new crisis emerges in the form of a giant monster, baptized in the horrific power of the atomic bomb. Dan a…

Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode, Dan & Mike analyze both the successes and failures of Jason Reitman's Ghostbusters: Afterlife. After two years on the market, has has the universal praise it has received stood the test of time? Tune in to find out! Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube…

Send us a Text Message. Tune in as we have an in-depth chat with multitalented actress Viva Lee, who has starred in hit films and TV shows such as Polaris, Deadly Class (with Benedict Wong), and Nickelodeon's new animated series Bossy Bear. This was such a great conversation, and an interview we will certainly not forget. Fasten your seatbelts, bec…

Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode of the Oh Brother Podcast, Dan & Mike dive into the aftermath of the writers and actors strike. The strike of 2023 is the longest strike in Hollywood history, with the WGA strike lasting 146 days, and the SAG-AFTRA strike lasting 118 days. Did our initial predictions about the strike come to fruition? …

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dan & Mike have an engaging conversation with Kirsten Carthew, an independent director, writer, and producer based out of Canada. Carthew is the brains behind feature films Polaris (2022) and The Sun at Midnight (2016), as well as the short film Fish Out of Water (2015). Tune in as we dive into Carthew's ins…

Send us a Text Message. Get ready for a hearty discussion on Ezra Miller's performance and the impact of CGI technology on the portrayal of "The Flash". The conversation heats up as we also dive into Michael Keaton's portrayal of Batman, reflecting on the nostalgia it evokes. This episode is not just about the heroes though, we're also addressing h…

Send us a Text Message. Prepare yourself for a frightfully enlightening journey as we peel back the layers of the 1998, unofficial, sequel to John Carpenter's Halloween II (1981), Halloween H2O: 20 Years Later. Promising you a spine-tingling dissection of this cinematic masterpiece, we explore the intriguing reasons behind the film's production, an…

Send us a Text Message. Dare to stare into the abyss with us as we unpick the fear and fascination behind the classic horror movie, The Exorcist. This episode promises to reveal the inner workings of what made this film a timeless masterpiece. Get to know the characters you remember frightfully well - Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Lee …

Send us a Text Message. Prepare to be riveted by remarkable insights from our guest, Mary Jane Pentony, who's been bewitching audiences since her first performances at the age of six. Now she's the star of the film "The Jester", shedding light on both the perks and the challenges of working in the film industry at her age. Get ready to tap into her…

Send us a Text Message. Brace yourselves for a ride through the iconic 1988 horror classic, Child's Play! Are you ready to face the terror that is Chucky? Join us as we discuss the universe of Child's Play, where we dissect the cast, plot, and creepy nuances of the Chucky doll. We'll be unraveling the masterful acting chops of Catherine Hicks, Chri…

Send us a Text Message. Join us for a raw and riveting conversation with the cinematographer of Saw X, Nick Matthews. Let him transport you back to his high school years, where his filmmaking journey began. Listen to how his upbringing shaped his appreciation for the franchise and ignited an admiration for Director Kevin Greutert, a cornerstone of …

Send us a Text Message. Get ready for a deep dive into the thrilling world of filmmaking with our special guest Colin Krawchuk, a visionary who has navigated the journey from producing short films to a full-length feature. We've got an intriguing conversation lined up as Krawchuk spills the secret behind the creation of "The Jester", a feature film…

Send us a Text Message. Ever experienced the weird charm of a disappointing film? If yes, then our latest Oh Brother Podcast episode is your delight. We unravel the world of Model 3 Generative Android, also known as Megan. A movie that's been winning hearts despite a vague plot, robotic acting, and a startling lack of character depth. Get ready to …

Send us a Text Message. Brace yourselves as we peel back the layers of the horror film 'Black Phone'. Get ready to dive into the narrative, meet the characters, and explore the chilling setting, as we guide you through this cinematic, yet flawed tale. Notably, we unravel the unique backstory of the film's writer, Joe Hill, who carries the legacy of…

Send us a Text Message. Ever found yourself in the midst of a fiery sibling disagreement? Well, buckle up as we, your hosts Mike and Dan, recount a fervent debate we had over Wes Craven's film "Red Eye." Our Halloween-themed episode took an interesting turn when we couldn't agree on whether the film was a horror or a thriller. Join us as we navigat…

Send us a Text Message. We're about to take you on a journey back to 1994, as we crack open the legacy of the cult classic, The Crow. Get ready to learn the untold stories behind its graphic novel aesthetics, the pivotal roles in the careers of its cast members, and the tragic events that continue to mark its place in Hollywood history. We're not j…

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered why John Carpenter’s adaptation of Stephen King’s Christine has more popularity now than it did at its release in 1983? Join us as we plunge headfirst into an introspective journey of this cinematic masterpiece, analyzing its timing, extraordinary casting and innovative filmography that brought a terrifying Ply…

Send us a Text Message. Get ready for a captivating discourse with talented filmmaker Bruce Wemple in our latest episode. Known for his distinctive blend of passion, creativity, and determination, Bruce's journey, from his childhood adventures of recreating his favorite movies to creating feature films like 'Altered Hours' and 'Tomorrow Job', is no…

Send us a Text Message. The secret lives of scientists and the colossal consequences of their discoveries light up the screen in Christopher Nolan's riveting cinematic journey, "Oppenheimer". This intense dive into the life and legacy of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the architect of the atomic bomb, is carefully deconstructed in our latest podcast episod…

Send us a Text Message. Remember that time we scoffed at the idea of a successful Barbie Movie? Well, we're eating our words, as the film proves to be an unexpected blockbuster, raking in over 1 billion dollars worldwide - and counting. Join us as we revisit our past predictions, dishing out a slice of humble pie bigger than Dan's Ken costume at th…

Send us a Text Message. Welcome aboard the Oh Brother podcast, where we're taking a deep dive into one of the most seismic shifts to rock the entertainment industry in decades: the unprecedented simultaneous Writers' and Actors' Strike. Promise us your ears and we'll walk you through the intricate web of this complex event, giving you a comprehensi…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike discuss Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One. Director Chris McQuarrie's “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” (in theaters now), the seventh outing in the action franchise. Hope you guys enjoy it! @ohbrotherpodcast #podcast #missionimpossible #tomcru…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike discuss Avatar: The Way of Water, the sequel to Avatar (2009). Avatar: The Way of Water is an epic science fiction film directed and produced by James Cameron. It was released in the United States on December 16, 2022. Starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Stephen Lang…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike discuss Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse as well as other Spider-Man movies. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is an animated superhero film, the sequel to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) written by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and David Callaham. It was …

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike discuss Disney Animation versus Disney Live Action movies. Hope you guys enjoy it! @ohbrotherpodcast #podcast #disney #animation Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all podcast platforms Follow us on Instagram…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike review Air, a biographical sports drama film released on April 5th, 2023, directed by Ben Affleck and starring Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Ben Affleck, Viola Davis, Chris Tucker, Chris Messina, Marlon Wayans, and Damian Young. A film based on true events that show how th…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike review John Wick 4, an action thriller film released on March 24th, directed by Chad Stahelski and starring Keanu Reeves alongside Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgard, Scott Adkins, Lance Reddick, Hiroyuki Sanada, Laurence Fishburne, Clancy Brown, and many more. Hope you guys en…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike review Love To Love You, Donna Summer, a documentary directed by Roger Ross Williams and Brooklyn Sudano, about the Queen of Disco, Donna Summer. The documentary, which premiered on May 20th on Max, narrates the best and worst moments of Donna Summer, on a personal and …

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Oh Brother podcast, Dan and Mike review A Man Called Otto, a movie directed by Marc Forster and starring Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo and Rachel Keller. It narrates how Otto, a grumpy old man is being forced into retirement from his job after losing his wife, which makes him even thi…

Send us a Text Message. Dan tells the story of Italian ancestors and Mike gets surprised to find it out. Actress Karissa Lee Staples Support the Show. Oh Brother Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube Listen on all podcast platforms Follow us on Instagram Leave a 5-star rating/review on Apple PodcastsBy Dan and Mike Smith