Episodes

Guest host Jacob Bowers joins us to talk The Dark Tower, then we do a retro review of the iconic classic western, High Noon (1952). Later we discuss which genres we would like to see get revived and/or die-off, issues plaguing the horror genre, and updates on premium Film Buds content. Intros: (0:00) Jacob shares a little bit about himself, Chloe has jury duty, and Henry tells us about his horrible week of being sick. Review: The Dark Tower (19:26) Retro Review: High Noon (1952) (1:08:28) Talk o...

We hide in the shadows for A Ghost Story, then do a retro review of David Lowery's first feature-film, Ain't Them Bodies Saints (2013). We also discuss the new trailers for Darren Aronofsky's Mother! and Stephen King's It, then we try to figure out why more blockbusters are flopping, and how much artistic control directors are given on blockbusters. Intro: (0:00) Henry's sick, and Braden discovers something unfortunate on his cell phone. Review: A Ghost Story (4:45) Retro Review: Ain't Them Bodi...

We prepare to be rescued with Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk, then do a "retro review" of his mind-bending blockbuster, Inception (2010). Later we discuss the new trailers for Justice League, Ready Player One, and Bright, and we also reveal which classic movies we would like to see on the big screen. Chloe is also back with us once again! Intro: (0:00) Henry tells us about a rude customer at his coffee shop, then we solve the mystery surrounding the fabled "breath-eaters." Review: Dunkirk (10:10) R...

We choose sides with War for the Planet of the Apes, then do a "retro review" of the third film in Gore Verbinski's underrated Pirates trilogy, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007). Later we discuss the passing of director George Romero and actor Martin Landau, new trailers for Blade Runner 2049 and The Shape of Water, our favorite performances of all time, personal picks of the week, and much more! We are also joined by our new co-host Chloe Strauss! Intros: (0:00) Chloe shares a lit...

Comic book aficionado -- and our good friend -- Paul Davis joins us all the way from Texas to talk Spider-Man: Homecoming, then we stay hidden in the shadows for our "retro review" of Tim Burton's Batman (1989). Later we discuss if video games will ever surpass movies, the recent Bond 25 rumors, talking to non-film nerds about movies, and more! Intros: (0:00) Our guest Paul shares a little about himself, and Henry tells us about his theater-going experience over the weekend. Review: Spider-Man: ...

We jump in the getaway car with Baby Driver, then prepare to become strict vegetarians with Bong Joon Ho's Okja. We also discuss the mountain of new trailers including Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Logan Lucky, and Ingrid Goes West, then debate the release of movies on Netflix, Dunkirk's huge 70mm format release, and more! Thanks for joining us (sorry for the occasional ringing in the first half - but it goes away!) Intros: (0:00) Braden talks briefly about his upcoming plans, and Henry tells ...

We demolish a few buildings with Michael Bay's Transformers: The Last Knight, plus we do a "retro review" of Guillermo Del Toro's robot v monster epic, Pacific Rim. Later on we discuss some wild news pieces hot off the presses. We also delve into some fun listener questions! Thanks for joining us! (We apologize for the room noise in the second half of the show!!!! Won't happen in the future! Bear with us!) Intros: Our temporary new recording location, and we also go on a few short rants about li...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Film Buds Podcast! Intro: Henry, Will and Braden share a few fun personal details, and discuss what you can expect from the show. Review: Cars 3 Review: Rough Night Discussion Topics: What makes a movie that's considered to be bad redeeming for you? The pros and cons of bringing in auteur directors for the DC Extended Cinematic Universe. With Daniel Day-Lewis' recent retire announcement, what's his best performance? Is a Watchmen HBO series from Damon Lin...