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Halloween is upon us, and this week on We Interrupt This Movie, we’re heading back to 1630s New England to explore Robert Eggers’ chilling 2015 directorial debut, The Witch!

Join us with special guest Blake as we venture into the dark woods to discuss one of the most unsettling horror films of the 21st century. From Eggers’ meticulous attention to historical detail and his breathtaking, haunting cinematography to the film’s oppressive atmosphere, religious paranoia, and slow-burning dread, there’s plenty to sink our teeth into. Just beware of Black Philip’...

This time, it’s war! This week on We Interrupt This Movie, we’re heading back to LV-426 for James Cameron’s 1986 sci-fi action masterpiece, Aliens! In our very first James Cameron episode, we discuss how he took Ridley Scott’s atmospheric horror classic and transformed it into one of the greatest action sequels of all time. From Ripley’s unforgettable showdown with the Alien Queen to Hudson’s hilarious meltdowns, the Colonial Marines, and some truly groundbreaking practical effects, there’s plenty to sink our teeth into. So grab your pulse rifle, check your motion tracker, and remember: Game over, man...

This week on We Interrupt This Movie, the lads return to the rain-soaked, neon-drenched world of Blade Runner with Denis Villeneuve’s stunning 2017 sequel, Blade Runner 2049. Ryan Gosling stars as K, a blade runner whose latest assignment uncovers a long-buried secret that could change everything humans and replicants thought they knew about themselves—and eventually leads him to a very grumpy Harrison Ford hiding out in Las Vegas. We dig into Roger Deakins’ extraordinary cinematography, Hans Zimmer and Benjamin Wallfisch’s thunderous score, the film’s themes of memory, identity and what it means to be human, and the nearly imp...

This week, the lads are turning back the clock — way back — as We Interrupt This Movie ventures into the 1930s for the first time with Charlie Chaplin’s 1936 classic, Modern Times. Join us as we discuss Chaplin’s final outing as the Little Tramp, the film’s incredible physical comedy, its satire of work and technology, and whether a movie made in 1936 can still make three guys with a podcast laugh in 2026 (spoiler - one of us lives this film much more than the other two). So tighten those bolts, keep up with the assembly line, and maybe don’t go roller...

On this episode of We Interrupt This Movie, we’re finally heading into the rain-soaked, neon-lit streets of 2019 Los Angeles to talk Ridley Scott’s science-fiction masterpiece, Blade Runner. Steve’s brother James joins us as we dig into Harrison Ford’s Deckard, Rutger Hauer’s unforgettable Roy Batty, Vangelis’ incredible score, the film’s astonishing production design and atmosphere, its complicated history of different cuts, and the questions about memory, identity, empathy, and humanity that have kept audiences debating the film for more than four decades. Join us as we ask the question at the heart of Blade Runner: what d...

This week on We Interrupt This Movie, we’re setting sail through The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan’s massive, ambitious, and stunning new epic—and we’ve brought along a special guest: Connor, the Telemachus to Steve’s Odysseus and a fan of the show who joins us to break down the film. We get into Nolan’s vision, the incredible IMAX experience, the performances, the scale and spectacle, and why this might be one of the most impressive films we’ve seen in a long time. We also somehow managed to keep the runtime of this episode shorter than the movie itse...

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This week, the lads dive into Obsession (2026), the unsettling psychological horror film from up-and-coming writer/director Curry Barker, who made the leap from YouTube comedy shorts to feature filmmaking with an impressively confident debut. We discuss the film’s unique premise, its mounting sense of dread, standout performances, memorable score, and whether its ending sticks the landing. Join us as we unpack one of the year’s most surprising horror films—and remember… if someone offers to grant your deepest wish, maybe read the terms and conditions first.

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This week on We Interrupt This Movie, the lads crack open one of the greatest adventure films ever made as we dive into Raiders of the Lost Ark — a movie that might just be our favorite Steven Spielberg film… and honestly, a damn near perfect movie. From Harrison Ford’s effortlessly iconic performance as Indiana Jones to the legendary action set pieces, John Williams’ unforgettable score, snakes (why did it have to be snakes?), and one of the greatest opening sequences in film history, we dig into what makes Raiders still feel so thrillin...

This week on We Interrupt This Movie, the lads crack open one of the greatest adventure films ever made as we dive into Raiders of the Lost Ark— a movie that might just be our favorite Steven Spielberg film… and honestly, a damn near perfect movie. From Harrison Ford’s effortlessly iconic performance as Indiana Jones to the legendary action set pieces, John Williams’ unforgettable score, snakes (why did it have to be snakes?), and one of the greatest opening sequences in film history, we dig into what makes Raiders still feel so thrilling and timeless over 40 years later.

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This week we enter the world of Goodfellas and break down Martin Scorsese’s gangster masterpiece. We talk about Scorsese’s electrifying direction, the legendary needle drops, Ray Liotta’s unforgettable laugh and narration, Robert De Niro’s cool and terrifying performance, and Joe Pesci’s stature as one of the most intimidating tough guys in movie history… no pun intended. From the “funny how?” scene to the Copacabana tracking shot, we discuss why this film still stands as one of the greatest crime movies ever made. As far back as we can remember, we alw...

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Paul Thomas Anderson swings for the fences with Magnolia, and we’re here for every wild, messy, emotional minute of it. In this episode, we dig into PTA’s bold storytelling, the interconnected characters, and that absolutely stacked cast—Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, William H. Macy, and especially Tom Cruise, who shows up, burns the house down, and leaves you questioning everything (respect the c**k, indeed). We talk frogs, feelings, and whether this movie is a masterpiece or just three movies wearing a trench coat. One thing’s for sure: we will not...

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In this episode, we gather around the Big Board and set our sights on Dr. Strangelove, Stanley Kubrick’s razor-sharp Cold War satire that somehow feels just as relevant—and just as hilarious—today as it did in 1964. We break down Kubrick’s masterful direction, the unforgettable performances (yes, multiple from Peter Sellers), and how the film balances absurdity with a chilling sense of reality. Decades later, its humor still lands, its themes still resonate, and its place among the greatest films ever made remains undeniable.

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We’re back with a bonus episode!  Today on We Interrupt This Movie, we react to the 2026 Oscars—what we liked, what we didn’t, and how it all shook out compared to our predictions. Nothing really shocked us this year, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have thoughts. We talk about Conan O’Brien, the tight Best Actor race, and what we actually managed to get right (for once). Awards season only comes once a year, and apparently so does our ability to pretend we’re qualified to critique it.

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Sorry about this one… this week on We Interrupt This Movie, we sink our teeth into Twilight (2008)—yes, that Twilight—and let’s just say it’s not exactly making our top 10 anytime soon. Tage thought it would be fun (questionable judgment, honestly) to tackle a movie we don’t really enjoy, so here we are, awkward stares and all. We are joined by special guest Natalie (Tage’s wife), who helps balance out the chaos as we try to make sense of sparkly vampires, questionable romance, and dialogue that might actually drain your life forc...

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In this special episode of We Interrupt This Movie, we take a break from reviewing films and instead put on our prognosticator hats to make our 2026 Oscar predictions. With a stacked lineup of nominees — including standouts like One Battle After Another and Sinners — this year’s Academy Awards are shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory and we are excited to watch this years ceremony!

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In this episode of We Interrupt This Movie, we dive headfirst into Knives Out, the first installment in Rian Johnson’s wildly entertaining whodunit series. From its razor-sharp ensemble cast to the deliciously twisty plotting, we unpack why this modern murder mystery feels both classic and completely fresh. We also talk about Daniel Craig’s boldly theatrical Southern accent, an accent so committed it deserves its own billing in the end credits. Strap in, interrogate the suspects, and mind the donuts within the donut within the donut hole.

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This week on We Interrupt This Movie, we’re revisiting Arrival (2016) — and yes, this is Take Two. Back in the early days of the podcast, we covered the film but later realized we didn’t quite do it justice. Considering it’s one of our favorite movies of all time, that never sat right with us, so we decided it was time to return to Denis Villeneuve’s beautiful, brain-melting sci-fi masterpiece with fresh eyes and a deeper conversation.  We dig into what makes Arrival so powerful—from its approach to language and time, to Jóha...

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It’s that magical time of year again — awards season! In this episode of We Interrupt This Movie, we dive headfirst into the 2026 race, breaking down the Golden Globe winners, reacting to the Oscar nominations, and debating which films deserve the big prizes versus which ones we think will actually take them home. Along the way we share our personal favorites, a few surprise snubs, and the performances and movies we can’t stop thinking about — plus the usual passionate disagreements and wildly confident predictions that will absolutely age poorly.

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The lads return after a holiday break for a deep dive into Tenet, Christopher Nolan’s wildly confusing yet undeniably thrilling time-bending spy epic, packed with inverted bullets, temporal pincer movements, jaw-dropping set pieces, and a propulsive Ludwig Göransson score that never lets up; we try to untangle what it all means while also admitting that even when Tenet makes us feel both smarter and dumber at the same time, it’s still one of the most exhilarating blockbuster puzzles ever put on screen. Don’t try to understand it… feel it.

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Strap in, Christmas clowns — the lads are lighting up the neighborhood and diving into National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, the holiday classic that proves no one commits harder to Christmas than Clark Griswold. Chevy Chase is in peak form as America’s most determined dad, Randy Quaid’s Cousin Eddie shows up exactly when you don’t want him to, and we break down why this movie remains an annual tradition despite (or because of) its total chaos. Derek’s got the day off, but past guest Ian joins us to help survive the season...

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Strap in, space cowboys. The lads are blasting off this week with Christopher Nolan’s epic sci-fi emotional detonator Interstellar. It’s a film where time bends, love transcends dimensions, and Matthew McConaughey gives one of the best performances of his career — equal parts astronaut, dad, philosopher, and #1 single-tear reactor. From that iconic bookshelf reveal to Hans Zimmer’s cathedral-organ score rattling every molecule of your being, we’re exploring why this film hits the head and the heart with gravity-well force. There’s so much to love about this movie. Buckle up — we’re going fi...

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This week, the lads take to the skies with Martin Scorsese’s glossy, obsessive, beautifully unhinged epic The Aviator. We dive into Leonardo DiCaprio’s electric turn as Howard Hughes — aviation pioneer, Hollywood mogul, germaphobe extraordinaire — and explore everything from the Spruce Goose to milk bottles without losing cabin pressure.

It’s big, it’s bold, it’s a little OCD-coded, and it might cause you to shout “Show me all the blueprints!” at wildly inappropriate times. Buckle up — we’re going flying. The way of the future, the way of the future, the way of...

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This week, the lads check in to the Overlook Hotel for a long-overdue stay with The Shining — Stanley Kubrick’s chilling masterpiece of isolation, madness, and malfunctioning typewriters. It may be a little late for Halloween, but there’s never a bad time to talk about axe-wielding writers, eerie twins, and the unmistakable dread that only Kubrick can conjure. From the meticulous set design to Jack Nicholson’s legendary descent into insanity, we dive deep into what makes The Shining one of the most haunting films ever made.

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This week, the lads wade into One Battle After Another, a film so loaded with powerhouse performances it might as well be an acting masterclass. Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Benicio del Toro each bring enough intensity to power a small city — and under Paul Thomas Anderson’s direction, that energy somehow becomes poetry. We unpack the craft, the chaos, and the quiet genius of a filmmaker who never wastes a frame.

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This week, the lads take aim at Weapons, the dark and unsettling new film from Zach Cregger, the guy from The Whitest Kids U’ Know who turned out to be a seriously talented horror director. We didn’t quite know what to expect going in, but, you know what — we really enjoyed this one. Smart, unnerving, and surprisingly layered, Weapons keeps you guessing right up to the end.  Don’t worry — no weapons were used in the making of this podcast. Just a few strong opinions.

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This week, the lads take aim at Weapons, the dark and unsettling new film from Zach Cregger, the guy from The Whitest Kids U’ Know who turned out to be a seriously talented horror director. We didn’t quite know what to expect going in, but, you know what — we really enjoyed this one. Smart, unnerving, and surprisingly layered, Weapons keeps you guessing right up to the end. Don’t worry — no weapons were used in the making of this podcast. Just a few strong opinions.

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This week, the lads dive into Charlie McDowell’s ambitious sci-fi drama The Discovery, where the afterlife isn’t a mystery — it’s been proven. We unpack its big ideas, haunting tone, and the quiet presence of Robert Redford, whose legacy looms large.  It’s a conversation about life, love, and what happens when a great concept doesn’t quite find its footing — with the usual mix of humor, wonder, and a touch of existential dread.  

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The lads take flight with Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s single-take fever dream about ego, art, and actors in their underwear on Broadway. We dig into Michael Keaton’s meta-performance, the film’s dizzying camerawork, and that relentless jazz drum soundtrack that feels like it’s chasing us down a New York alley. Expect sharp takes, a little self-deprecation, and maybe a rimshot or two.

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The lads boldly go… nowhere near the speed of light, but straight into the galaxy of Mel Brooks’ Spaceballs. From ludicrous speed to jammed radars, they’ll comb the desert (literally) for laughs, quote the movie way too many times and debate whether or not this flick holds up after nearly 40 years since it’s release. May the Schwartz be with you!

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This week, the lads take aim at Lethal Weapon, the buddy cop classic that made Christmas dangerous and saxophones emotionally manipulative. We break down Mel Gibson and Danny Glover’s iconic dynamic, rooftop negotiations, and just how many explosions it takes to build a friendship.  Sorry bad guys, nobody here but us podcasters and we’re too old for this episode!

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“I’m an oil man, you see…” And we’re podcast men, you see. So naturally, this week the lads strike it rich with Paul Thomas Anderson’s epic tale of ambition, greed, and milkshake-drinking misanthropy. We dive deep into the psychological oil well that is Daniel Day-Lewis’s powerhouse performance, and discuss everything from PTA’s bold direction to Jonny Greenwood’s haunting score.  Daniel Plainview drinks your milkshake. We drink… lukewarm coffee and talk too much.

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The Lads return to Tarantino-land for our second QT film on We Interrupt This Movie — this time diving into Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, a dreamy love letter to a bygone era of Tinseltown.  We talk DiCaprio’s breakdowns, Brad Pitt’s breezy charm, and why flamethrowers should really come standard in every garage.  Anybody order fried sauerkraut?

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This week, the lads take a giant leap into Stanley Kubrick’s sci-fi masterpiece 2001: A Space Odyssey—a film that redefined cinema, confounded audiences, and made classical music terrifying. Tage , Steve and  Derek explore apes, space stations, and one very passive-aggressive computer. Strap in—things are about to get monolithic.

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It's been a while but we're back! We've been fairly busy in the last few months but we haven't stopped watching movies.  In this episode of We Interrupt This Movie, well. . .we interrupt this movie podcast - with a special announcement!  Join us for a talk about the future of the podcast with a special guest who is no stranger to the show but is excited to be joining us. . .permanently!  We'll be back again soon with another movie review but in the meantime, here's some banter to enjoy.

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The lads sink their teeth into Nosferatu (2024), dissecting Robert Eggers’ dark and brooding reimagining of the iconic vampire tale. From shadowy castles to unsettling performances, they cover it all—except, of course, that mustache. We get it, Nosferatu, you’re undead, but did your barber have to be too? Tune in for sharp takes, witty banter, and a few laughs about facial hair that didn’t quite make the cut.  

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The lads head back into the colosseum to talk about Ridley Scott’s long awaited sequel, Gladiator II. Maximus may be dead, but his legacy lives on with a new generation of gladiators, lead by Paul Mescal. With great supporting roles like Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and the scene stealing Denzel Washington, we had fun discussing this epic sequel to a beloved Oscar winning classic!  Hail Dundus!

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The Lads dive into the epic world of Gladiator—from Maximus’s quest for vengeance to the political intrigue of ancient Rome. We break down the legendary performances, Hans Zimmer’s unforgettable score, and wonder if Ridley Scott will ever get his Rhino battle.  We hope you will be entertained!

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Join the Lads as they embark on an epic journey through the galaxy, revisiting George Lucas’ 1977 masterpiece, Star Wars (as it was originally titled before the Episode IV subtitle was added in 1981).  We talk about how it all started and how we don’t believe Lucas had the entire saga mapped out as he claims now. We are joined later on by a special guest: genuine Star Wars mega fan (and Steve’s son) Sean!  So grab your lightsaber, and May the Force be with you!

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Happy Halloween!  Today, in part 2 of our John Carpenter double feature,  the lads dive into his iconic horror masterpiece, "The Thing," released in 1982. We dissect the chilling narrative of an Antarctic research team that encounters a shape-shifting alien life form, leading to paranoia and distrust among its members.  

Join us as we discuss the incredible yet disgusting practical monster effects, how perfect Kurt Russell’s performance (and hair) is and how this movie didn’t get the love it deserved until years after it was released. 

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It’s a week early but Happy Halloween!  Today the lads discuss John Carpenter’s 1978 breakout success, Halloween. The town of Haddonfield is stalked by a deranged escaped mental patient named Michael Myers. Jamie Lee Curtis makes her film debut and a franchise that would inspire countless slasher films of the 1980’s is born. Join us as we talk about our favorite parts (The imagery!  The music!) our not so favorite parts (The acting, the plot) and remember don’t hide in a closet with flimsy doors when you’re hiding from a psychotic (a...