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Matinee Heroes

Matinee Heroes is a podcast dedicated to exploring hero cinema - from adventurers, heroes, and superheroes; from Jedi to buddy cops; from the Wild West, to the distant past, to futures both hopeful and dystopian, from ancient lands to the deepest reaches of outer space. In a time when we need heroes more than ever, Alan and Craig will try to understand just what makes our cinematic heroes tick, and how we can use that heroism in our everyday life.
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Now displaying: February, 2017
Feb 25, 2017

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER

Captain America, living quietly in Washington, D.C. is trying to adjust to the modern world. But when a S.H.I.E.L.D. colleague comes under attack, Steve becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue that threatens to put the world at risk. When the full scope of the villainous plot is revealed, Captain America and the Black Widow enlist the help of a new ally, the Falcon. However, they soon find themselves up against an unexpected and formidable enemy--the Winter Soldier.

Alan and Craig discuss friendship and loyalty, the loss of innocence, Captain America: The Winter Soldier plus an exclusive interview with Agent Jasper Sitwell himself Maximiliano Hernandez on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes
  • 1:02

    Craig interviews Maximiliano Hernandez who played Agent Jasper Sitwell in The Winter Soldier

  • 30:28

    Discussion of Captain America: The Winter Soldier

  • 50:23

    Recasting

  • 56:59

    Double-Feature suggestions

  • 58:03

    Final Thoughts

  • 59:43

    First impressions of "Logan"

Next episode we discuss not only the movie "Logan" but spotlight Hugh Jackman as the Wolverine. 

Feb 18, 2017

RIO BRAVO

Sheriff John T. Chance is holding a murderous villain in his cell while waiting for a US marshall to collect him for trial. The criminal's associates are desperate to free him and will stop at nothing to achieve their goal. Chance's only allies are his drunken deputy, a wily old coot, and an eager young hothead.

Alan and Craig discuss the Hollywood blacklist era, coming together for a common cause, today’s political climate and the classic western Rio Bravo on this week's Matinee Heroes.

Show Notes
  • 2:06

    Craig and Alan talk about upcoming events, including Craig at the Salt Lake's FanX in March as well as both being at Comicpalooza this May!

  • 11:13

    Discussion of Rio Bravo

  • 37:56

    Recasting

  • 48:27

    Double-Feature suggestions

  • 48:43

    Final Thoughts

  • 49:57

    First impressions of "Captain America: Winter Soldier"

 

Next episode we discuss our first Marvel movie and our first interview with "Captain America: Winter Soldier"

Feb 11, 2017

JOHN WICK

When sadistic young thugs senselessly attack John Wick - a brilliantly lethal ex-assassin - they have no idea they've messed with the wrong guy. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, Wick embarks on a merciless rampage, hunting down his adversaries with the skill and ruthlessness that made him an underworld legend.

Alan and Craig discuss honor among thieves, cheat codes, Funspot and John Wick on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes
  • 0:50

    Craig and Alan discuss the podcast's Patreon campaign and thank their first sponsor Dwayne Allen!

  • 11:38

    Discussion of John Wick

  • 30:52

    Recasting

  • 39:43

    Double-Feature suggestions

  • 43:00

    Final Thoughts

  • 44:43

    Instant Reaction of "John Wick: Chapter 2"

  • 52:44

    First impressions of "Rio Bravo"

 

Next episode we discuss the John Wayne western classic "Rio Bravo"

Feb 4, 2017

SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT

The story of a fun-loving, fast-talking trucker who takes on his craziest haul yet - delivering 400 cases of Coors Beer from Texarkana to Atlanta in just 28 hours. With Sheriff Buford T. Justice hot on his trail and eager to teach him some respect for the law, the Bandit joins forces with good ol' boy, Cledus and runaway bride Frog for one of the most charming movies ever made.

Craig and Alan talk community, libertarianism, and Super Bowl traffic in Houston on this week's Matinee Heroes.

Show Notes
  • 1:04

    Craig and Alan whine about the Super Bowl traffic in Houston this weekend.

  • 05:14

    Discussion of Smokey and the Bandit

  • 31:18

    Recasting

  • 40:58

    Double-Feature suggestions

  • 42:49

    Final Thoughts

  • 44:56

    First impressions of "John Wick"

 

Next episode we discuss the revenge action instant classic "John Wick"

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