Happy Father's Day to all of the dads out there. This week, we continue Genre June with Buddy Action Comedy. Films such as 48 Hrs (1982), Tango and Cash (1989), and The Last Boy Scout (1991) showcase all of the fun tropes of a buddy comedy. Come and listen and add your comments to the discussion. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts: Our Fil…

Welcome back to Genre June. To kickoff month, we started with and oldie but a goodie: Time Travel Movies. We choose to stay away from the common choices and instead saw 12 Monkeys (1995), Primer (2012), and Looper (2016). All very different movies that we all had comments on. Listen and add to the conversations. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple P…

A historic franchise was started in 1984 with The Terminator (1984) and continued with, arguably the best sequel ever, Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991). These groundbreaking films paved the way for so many others, in the realms of story-telling, visual and special effects, and overall filmmaking. Can these films be as good as we say they are? Sub…

Action knows no borders or boundaries. And the latest is from Dev Patel in Monkey Man (2024). His influences are wide ranging, which enhances the experience, but leaves plenty of room for the stylized action that we know and love. Come and fight for the unseen and get your revenge in the process. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts: Our Fil…

Two men who are the best at what they do. Two men tasked to find the weakness in our systems. Two men who were betrayed and now seek revenge. We watched The Accountant (2016) and Shooter (2007), to get our fix of competency viewing. Will we watch anything, if an expert is showing us? Come and listen to find out.…

A first time writer and an up-and-coming director, joined forces to create one of the best thriller in recent years, Sicario (2015). An all-star cast, excellent cinematography, and score, made this crime drama, much more. It was so good, it warranted a sequel, Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018), and possible more? Come listen and let us know how mu…

The comedic talent of John Cena shows up in everything he does. From the over protective father in Blockers (2018) to the method actor turned friend in Ricky Stanicky (2024), his presence bring levity to the situation. His turn in the WWE was an ideal starting point for his film career. And he is just getting started. Subscribe, rate, and review: A…

One is a cult classic, one is a streamer remake. While they have similar backbones, the original Road House (1989) delivers more than the new version, Road House (2024), even with Jake Gyllenhaal in the lead role. The nostalgia play is strong with Patrick Swayze, but would anyone under the age of 30 enjoy this movie? Come and discuss with us. Subsc…

From less than scale druid monuments to overpowered amplifiers, This is Spinal Tap (1984), has all of the elements of an excellent satire. The rise and fall of a successful fake rock band, was so on point that some had trouble telling truth from fiction. Lets us know what you think of this cult classic. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts: …

We made it. 200th episode of Our Film Fathers and once again we delve into the Tarantino universe. This time for arguably his most popular film, Pulp Fiction (1994). An all-star cast, unique story telling and supremely calm fixer known as The Wolf, lead this movie to greatness. With your continued support, we may too, achieve greatness. Here's to a…

Its Opening Day in Major League Baseball, and what better way to celebrate than watching arguably the best baseball movie ever made, Major League (1989). The tried and true, rags-to-riches formula works great, because you have amazing characters and excellent writing. Listening to this episode is a home run that is not too high! Subscribe, rate, an…

A sweeping epic that combines anime, western, kung-fu, and revenge genres, with a score and soundtrack as diverse, are some of the many unique aspects of Kill Bill Vol. 1 (2003) and Vol. 2 (2004). Both movies are similar yet different, and distinctly Quentin Tarantino. Let us know if you think you should've been the Black Mamba. Subscribe, rate, an…

Movies about toys are designed to draw on the nostalgia of fans. The Lego Movie (2014) and The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (2017) takes that model to the next level. By layering a story with elements that appeal to all ages, a movie about the world's best building toys, becomes a pretty good film experience. Let us know what you think. Subscribe,…

Genius. Destroyer of Worlds. Father of the Atom Bomb. A man conflicted about his life's work is the focus of Christopher Nolan's latest, Oppenheimer (2023). The director's unique style and expertise is required to deliver the intense and complex story. Find out where this ranks among our favorite of his 12 films. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple …

If you achieve success by not being your authentic self, is it still success? American Fiction (2023) strives to answer this question with the excellent Jeffery Wright leading the charge, supported by a strong cast. An earlier film starring LaKeith Stanfield, Sorry To Bother You (2018), posed a similar query. Does either film reach a definite concl…

While excelling as the nagging, self-loathing, pontificate, Paul Giamatti has embodied some of the more unique characters in film. And his latest, The Holdovers (2023) is no different. He re-teamed with writer-director Alexander Payne to attempt to recapture some of the magic they delivered with Sideways (1994). Did they succeed? Come and listen to…

Is dreaming of a better life, a problem? If you lie, steal, blackmail, and commit murder, do the ends justify the means? These are the questions asked in Saltburn (2024), the latest from emerging writer/director Emerald Fennell. Its a different rags-to-riches story, that has many a "that scene". Follow us as we discuss, so you don't get lost at Sal…

Lies, murder, and robotic dogs...One of the most villainous characters of all time, Amy Dunne lays her trap in Gone Girl (2014). This Fincher masterpiece draws from good sources and is supremely acted. This is the thriller that you are looking for. And if you haven't seen it, stop listening and go watch it. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcas…

Sometimes comedy can be a gateway to deeper emotions. We explore those depths with our guest dad, Leighton Smith, and his selection of Groundhog Day (1993). Bill Murray's quest to be better, is something very relatable. We also watched a Movie You Can't Wait To Show Your Kids in What About Bob? (1991). An early "dive" into mental health and how a d…

Dead birds, orange and blue tuxedos, and a suitcase full of IOU lead the way to one of the funniest movies of our adolescence. Dumb and Dumber (1998) continued shine light on the rising star,of Jim Carrey, while Jeff Daniels plays the reasonable partner with his own humor. Come and listen so that we don't have to send out SeaBass. Subscribe, rate, …

Marty is back, and so is Leo. This time, they head west to invade the land of the Osage people in Killers of the Flower Moon (2023). Their latest epic deals with corruption, theft, and the rise of the FBI. While there are some good performances, is this film worth the time investment? We watched it, so join our discussion. Subscribe, rate, and revi…

The lone assassin, tasked with one job. Trained and prepared, until something goes wrong. Now they must find out why, and make those responsible pay the consequences. We all know story, but this time, David Fincher put his hand in the pot to deliver The Killer (2023). Some of us loved it, others not so much, but we can all agree on his work as a fi…

What if the world ended tomorrow? What you do? How would you handle it? Would you welcome your neighbors? We watched Leave the World Behind (2023) and try to answer those questions. With excellent acting from the cast, we examine an interesting story from an interesting director. Come and survive the apocalypse with us. Subscribe, rate, and review:…

We close out Denzember and the year with two interesting Denzel films, both from 2012. Safe House (2012) and Flight (2012), are polar opposites, yet Denzel is able to be "Denzel" in each film. Whether he is a rogue spy trying to expose the system or an alcoholic pilot, questioning his actions, Denzel guides these movies to fulfillment. With help fr…

Its been 20 years since Love Actually (2003) and Elf (2003) were originally released. One has become a holiday classic, while the other has begun to fade away. So we thought we would discuss the lives of these films with two friends of the pod, Matthew Klara and Max Wastler. A friendship that was generated by a love for these films. These season is…

1998 was a big year for some of us, including Denzel Washington. He had 3 films released this year: The Siege (1998), He Got Game (1998) and Fallen (1998). We watched all of them and ranked them in order of enjoyment. Come and listen and see if your rankings match up. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts: Our Film Fathers Spotify: Our Film F…

Off the finale of Noir-vember, we head right into Denzember, with the Robert McCall saga: The Equalizer (2014), The Equalizer 2 (2018) and The Equalizer 3 (2023). Denzel is firmly into his old man action phase and does something he has never done before. Come listen to us discuss Old Man Action, Shows from the 80s and Denzel-ishness. Subscribe, rat…

We close out Noir-vember with a bonafide superstar, Denzel Washington, and his turn at the genre. Devil in a Blue Dress (1995), adds some "color" to the noir film and brings Denzel's arsenal, with some help from Don Cheadle and Tom Sizemore. A different lens shows more potential for the genre. Come and listen and provide your comments. Subscribe, r…

We continue the month long journey into noir-ness, with one of the better, recent adaptations of the genre. L.A. Confidential (1997) does a great job of weaving multiple story lines, while not dumbing down the plot. Great acting from not only the main, but also supporting characters, just enhance the experience. And we can finally answer the questi…

We start Noir-vember with one of our favorite directors, David Fincher, and maybe his best film in Se7en (1995). With a strong cast, excellent story, and a compelling twist, this may be one of the best movies of all time. Its SO good. Come and listen, and add your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts: Our Film Fathe…

In another sign that we are old, we celebrated the 30th anniversary of True Romance (1993). The writing and directing, ushered in a new style and dominated the 1990s. With an unbelievable cast, this wild adventure is still shocking today. It also shares a thread with our Brade's Bargain Bin trip, with Seven Psychopaths (2012). Come and listen. Subs…

The heroes in a half-shell are back with an animated version to continue their legend. We watched Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023) for a fresh take on the pizza loving reptiles. We also revisited the motion picture debut of Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990). Grab a slice and come…

We bring a close to Reding's month on the podcast, with more vampires. This time, we visit with some cult classic actors in Near Dark (1987) and go south of the border in From Dusk Til Dawn (1996), a movie that combines all of the elements our pre-teen minds enjoyed. Stay out of the sunlight and listen to the episode. Subscribe, rate, and review: A…

Youth is rewarded this week, as we revisit our childhood with some of the earliest "scary" movies in The Monster Squad (1987) and The Lost Boys (1987). For many, these movies were the gateways into the horror genre. We wanted to see if these films hold up or is our love based in nostalgia. Come and find out with us. Subscribe, rate, and review: App…

This week, we dip our toes in the serene waters of Crystal Lake, with a visit to the original Friday the 13th (1980) and the reboot, Friday the 13th (2009). We all know who Jason is, but do we understand why Jason is? How close was he to using his superpowers for good? And what would have happened, if they just left him alone? Come and find out. Su…

This week kicks off our annual month of horror, with friend of the pod, Tom Reding (@antifoodie). We start with the original master of fear, Freddy Krueger, in A Nightmare on Elm Street. We watched the original from 1984, as well as the remake from 2010. What changed? What stayed the same? Did it need to be remade? Let us know your thoughts in the …

We finally caught up with the craze that is Barbie (2023). A movie with a strong female message took the world by storm. As husbands and fathers, we understood the importance of this film. As film fans, we were happy to see something different. Come and find out what we thought of the movie. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts: Our Film Fat…

Celebrating its recent 30 year anniversary, we catch up with Dr. Richard Kimble and Sam Gerard in The Fugitive (1993) as well as the slapped together sequel, U.S. Marshals (1998). Two actors who don't boast a lot of variety were able to bring an exciting movie together. The second try didn't go as well. Listen and let us know what you think. Subscr…

As school has started again, we decided to revisit our classic episode featuring Back to School (1986) and Billy Madison (1995). We highlight our kids' plans for school, if we would revisit college again, and comprehensive oral exams. Summa Cum listen to this week's episode. Subscribe, rate, and review: Apple Podcasts: Our Film Fathers Spotify: Our…

After a successful episode last year, we make our return to Soundtrack September. This time, we picked classic films like Footloose (1984), A Night at the Roxbury (1998) and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010). These soundtracks are solid reflections of the filmmaker's vision and design of the movie. Except for the one that is just a one-trick pony,…

There was a time when Josh Hartnett was the hottest young actor in the game. His star was so big, that he got top billing in Ridley Scott's Black Hawk Down (2001), over many big named and up-and-coming actors. We look back at the who's who of that film and also, revisit the unheralded gem that is Lucky Number Slevin (2006). A film that probably doe…

With the 20th anniversary of its release, we revisited the South Korean film, Oldboy (2003). This was a re-watch for some, and a fresh viewing for others. This film has been hailed as a masterpiece and celebrated, even remade. But should it have? Is it really that good? And what makes it good? Come and let us know how you feel. Subscribe, rate and …

We remember the life of Paul Reubens, aka Pee-Wee Herman, with his classic film, Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (1985). This film was not only a major influence on the childhood of the 1980s, but also launched several big names in the world of film and sound. Come and remember...There is no basement in the Alamo. Subscribe, rate and review: Apple Podcasts…

Travel off the beaten path with us and Wes Anderson, in his latest film, Asteroid City (2023). We wonder how he manages to get an all-star cast to lead his films. Because some of us question: Are these films any good? Are we missing something? Listen and let us know what you think. Subscribe, rate and review: Apple Podcasts: Our Film Fathers Spotif…

Do we have a new king of the cult action film, in Chris Hemsworth? With his release of Extraction (2020) and recently, Extraction 2 (2023), he is poised to take the mantel from Arnold, Sly, Bruce and Jean-Claude. And while many may nitpick parts of these films, we find them to be enjoyable, good times. And isn't that what you want from a movie? Let…

When James Cameron does anything, he does it big, and he does it well. We revisit the world of Pandora with both Avatar (2009) and Avatar: The Way of Water (2023), to revisit the vision that took Cameron years to bring to screen. Both movies are visually impressive and stunning, while some of the story arc, could use some work. Come and let us know…

Its that time to gather and achieve something impossible. Not for a mission, but for family. We watched Fast X (2023), the latest in the Fast and the Furious franchise. Some say this was expected, while others think it went too far, but come, listen and decide for yourself. Everyone is Family in the Dom and crew. Subscribe, rate and review: Apple P…

*** With the recent passing of Alan Arkin, we wanted to revisit our earlier episode, where he was prominently featured...He will be missed. *** We celebrate one of our favorite actors, Alan Arkin, and his Oscar winning performance as dad and grandpa in Little Miss Sunshine (2006) Whether it was delivering life advice or dance moves, he was there fo…

Without his most prolific costar, Matt Damon may deliver some of his finest work in The Martian (2015). The script is fantastic, the cast is outstanding, and Damon brings some lightness, while also dealing with serious topics. Come and discuss with us, why this movie works so well, and why other Mars based adventures, never took flight. Subscribe, …

Determination is key this week as we revisit the worlds of assassins with John Wick 4 (2023). Is this the last stand for John Wick? Can he finally defeat the high table and regain his freedom? We also embark on a trip to the past, with a new entry, Sisu (2022). A man who wants to be left alone, is forced to fight. These movies share many of the sam…