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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, 2021
Feb 27, 2021

SOME LIKE IT HOT

When Chicago musicians Joe and Jerry accidentally witness a gangland shooting, they quickly board a south bound train to Florida, disguised as Josephine and Daphne, the two newest members of an all-girl jazz band. Their cover is perfect... While Joe pretends to be a millionaire to win the band's sexy singer, Sugar, Jerry finds himself pursued by a real millionaire as things heat up and the mobsters close in.

Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw (@FanboyPlanet on twitter) discuss the immortal Marilyn Monroe, update what’s happening at Fanboy Planet, transgressive attitudes in the 50’s and the movie “Some Like It Hot” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

  • 1:02

    Craig and Derek McCaw from Fanboy Planet talk about some of Derek's favorite Rom-Coms.

  • 8:30

    Craig and Derek discuss "Some Like It Hot"

  • 37:38

    Recasting

  • 54:06

    Double Feature

  • 56:04

    Final Thoughts

  • 1:01:17

    A preview of next week's episode "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"

Next week, F#@K Nazis month returns with our favorite Nazi-puncher and this time he brought along his dad in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"

Feb 20, 2021

THE AMERICAN PRESIDENT

President Andrew Shepherd unexpectedly falls in love with Sydney Wade, an environmental lobbyist. Suddenly President Shepherd must confront new issues: declining approval ratings, an inquiring press, and an aggressive political opponent. Now Shepherd must choose between his political career and his love for Sydney.

Craig and Alan are joined by Rob Ervin (@yesTHATRobErvin on twitter) to talk about a West Wing test run,  Alan on Lettterbox, scandalous non-scandals and the movie "The American President" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!

And so ends the second season of Matinee Heroes presents Castoff as Rob Ervin defeated Chaz Evans 5-2 to take the crown of Best Caster on the Internet. The show is going on hiatus for a bit but look for it live at pop culture conventions near you – if they even have them this year. And if you want to bring CastOFF! to your event, email Craig at matineeheroes@gmail.com.  Hope you enjoyed this season of the CastOff! and thanks to everyone who watched and participated!

Show Notes

  • 1:12

    Craig, Alan and guest Rob Ervin talk about some favorite rom-coms and doing audio commentaries for WWE Pay-per-views at the Cheap Popcast.

  • 7:50

    Craig, Alan and Rob discuss "The American President"

  • 42:08

    Recasting

  • 1:01:48

    Double Feature

  • 1:04:58

    Final Thoughts

  • 1:10:01

    A preview of next week's episode "Some Like It Hot"

Next week, Craig and guest co-host go on the lam as gender-bending musician hot after Marilyn Monroe in "Some Like it Hot"

Feb 13, 2021

NOTTING HILL

William Thacker is a London bookstore owner whose humdrum existence is thrown into romantic turmoil when famous American actress Anna Scott appears in his shop. The chance encounter leads to a kiss that blossoms into a full-blown affair. As the average bloke and glamorous movie star draw closer and closer together, they struggle to reconcile their radically different lifestyles in the name of love.

Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) discuss British love, press junkets, the price of fame and the movie “Notting Hill" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!

Last week, Game 2 of the semi-finals was another game down to the wire as Chaz Evans defeated Jake Dietz to represent Utah in the finals against Texas’ Rob Ervin.

This Tuesday, February 16th at 9pmEst 6pmPST the season finale of Castoff will pit our two contestants against each other as they recast an all time classic "The Shawshank Redemption".

We finally put to rest who is the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream.

Show Notes

  • 0:51

    Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about some favorite rom-coms and life at the vets.

  • 13:52

    Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Notting Hill"

  • 39:42

    Recasting

  • 1:08:32

    Double Feature

  • 1:11:59

    Final Thoughts

  • 1:19:59

    A preview of next week's episode "The American President"

Next week, Craig and Alan will be talking but not walking with Rob Ervin as they discuss Aaron Sorkin's "The American President"

Feb 6, 2021

WHEN HARRY MET SALLY

College graduates Harry and Sally share a contentious car ride from Chicago to New York, during which they argue about whether men and women can ever be strictly platonic friends. Ten years later, Harry and Sally meet again at a bookstore, and attempt to stay friends without sex becoming an issue between them

Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about rom com tropes, ordering on the side, annoying but likeable people and the movie “When Harry Met Sally”

This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!

Last week, Game 1 of the semi-finals saw a nail biter as Rob Ervin squeaked by Tracy Mangum when they recast the Office, to secure his spot in the Castoff Finals.

This Tuesday February 9th at 9pmEst 6pmPST Jake Dietz and Chaz Evans will see who will face Rob in the finals when they recast Parks and Recreations!

See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream.

Show Notes

  • 0:45

    Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about some favorite rom-coms and what Brendan's 3-year-old has been watching lately.

  • 10:26

    Craig and Brendan discuss "When Harry Met Sally"

  • 26:53

    Recasting

  • 42:07

    Double Feature

  • 47:06

    Final Thoughts

  • 49:23

    A preview of next week's episode "Notting Hill"

Next week, Craig and Alan have glamorous superstar Elisabeth Rappe join them for "Notting Hill"

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