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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: May, 2021
May 29, 2021

GHOSTBUSTERS

When college profs Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler lose their university jobs, they decide to go freelance, de-haunting houses in a new ghost removal service., their first order of business becomes saving beautiful cellist Dana Barrett and nerdy Louis Tully, who’ve inadvertently opened the gates to an interdimensional being who wants to destroy our world!

Craig, Alan and guest Zaki Hasan (@ZakisCorner on twitter) talk about awful nerd dating techniques, the defense of Walter Peck, horror comedies and the movie “Ghostbusters” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

  • 1:04

    Craig and Alan welcome Zaki Hasan to find out what his podcast The Movie Film Podcasts is up to and what his favorite 80's films aer

  • 7:52

    Craig, Alan and Zaki discuss "Ghostbusters"

  • 43:02

    Recasting

  • 1:16:16

    Double Feature

  • 1:18:36

    Final Thoughts

  • 1:21:02

    A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring"

Next week we start a special month long look at the Lord of the Rings trilogy starting with "Fellowship of the Ring - Extended Edition"

May 27, 2021

THE CANNONBALL RUN

Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 3

Show Notes

On your mark, get set…Castoff!!! the Cannonball Run. Steve Kondrick and Devin Pike will recast the Burt Reynolds classic Cannonball Run

If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey.

You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroeshttps://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

May 22, 2021

BEVERLY HILLS COP

After his childhood buddy is murdered while visiting Detroit, rebellious cop Axel Foley follows the leads to Beverly Hills, Calif., under the auspices of a vacation. He checks in with old friend Jenny Summers and starts to believe her boss, art dealer Victor Maitland might somehow be involved in the murder.

Craig is joined by Steve and Izzy from Everything I Learned from Movies (@EILFMovies on twitter) to discuss classic Eddie Murphy, 80’s soundtracks, Podcart Fest 2.0 and the movie “Beverly Hills Cop” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

Show Notes

  • 0:51

    Craig, co-host Izzy Fischer and guest Steve Kondrick from Everything I Learned from Movies talk about Welcome to the June-gle and PodCartFest 2.0 in July.

  • 8:22

    Craig, Izzy and Steve discuss "Beverly Hills Cop"

  • 35:30

    Recasting

  • 54:50

    Double Feature

  • 57:54

    Final Thoughts

  • 1:02:26

    A preview of next week's episode "Ghostbusters"

Next week Epic Eighties month comes to an end with Zaki Hasan and "Ghostbusters"

May 20, 2021

OCEAN'S 8

Welcome to Episode 6 of Season 3

Show Notes

Utah Remote Con is back for week 2 and so it the CastOFF! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake and Val try and defeat last week's winner Tracy as they recast Ocean's 8. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation

If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey.

You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroeshttps://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

May 15, 2021

LETHAL WEAPON

Following the death of his wife, Los Angeles police detective Martin Riggs becomes reckless and suicidal. When he is reassigned and partnered with Roger Murtaugh, Riggs immediately clashes with the older officer. Together they uncover a massive drug-trafficking ring and as they encounter increasingly dangerous situations, Riggs and Murtaugh begin to form a bond. Riggs' volatile behavior might just help them apprehend the criminals -- if it doesn't kill them both first.

Craig is joined by Co-host Elisabeth Rappe (@elisabethrappe on twitter) and guest Rob Ervin (@YesThatRobErvin)as they discuss buddy films, police cops, Elisabeth’s obsession with Mel Gibson and the movie “Lethal Weapon” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

  • 1:07

    Craig, Elisabeth and Rob share their favorite 80's movies. Rob gives us an update on the Clubhouse Podcast

  • 10:33

    Craig, Elisabeth and Rob discuss "Lethal Weapon"

  • 58:38

    Recasting

  • 1:34:36

    Double Feature

  • 1:41:54

    Final Thoughts

  • 1:47:35

    A preview of next week's episode "Beverly Hills Cop"

Next week Epic Eighties month continues with one of the biggest stars of the 80's, Eddie Murphy in "Beverly Hills Cop"

May 13, 2021

OCEAN'S ELEVEN

Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 3

Show Notes

Utah Remote Con is back and this time they brought CastOFF with them! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake, Val and Tracy face off against each other as they recast Ocean's 11. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation

If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey.

You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroeshttps://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

May 8, 2021

TOP GUN

The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman. But Maverick isn't only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he's also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood. 

Craig and guest co-host Jake Dietz (@ThatJakeDietz on twitter) talk about Naval propaganda films, fighter jets, Utah Remote-Con and the movie "Top Gun" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

  • 0:56

    Craig and Jake talk about the upcoming Utah Remote-Con happening May 10th through the 22nd online at https://www.youtube.com/c/Stolendroids.

  • 8:27

    Craig and Jake discuss "Top Gun"

  • 33:18

    Recasting

  • 49:11

    Double Feature

  • 52:00

    Final Thoughts

  • 56:24

    A preview of next week's episode "Lethal Weapon"

Next week Epic Eighties month continues with the landmark buddy cop movie "Lethal Weapon"

May 8, 2021

TOP GUN

The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman. But Maverick isn't only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he's also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood. 

Craig and guest co-host Jake Dietz (@ThatJakeDietz on twitter) talk about Naval propaganda films, fighter jets, Utah Remote-Con and the movie "Top Gun" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

  • 0:56

    Craig and Jake talk about the upcoming Utah Remote-Con happening May 10th through the 22nd online at https://www.youtube.com/c/Stolendroids.

  • 8:27

    Craig and Jake discuss "Top Gun"

  • 33:18

    Recasting

  • 49:11

    Double Feature

  • 52:00

    Final Thoughts

  • 56:24

    A preview of next week's episode "Lethal Weapon"

Next week Epic Eighties month continues with the landmark buddy cop movie "Lethal Weapon"

May 6, 2021

ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY

Welcome to Episode 4 of Season 3

Show Notes

To celebrate May 4th, we have two newcomers as Elisabeth Rappe battles filmmaker Tami Anderson as they try to get the plans to destroy the death star in Rogue one.

  • 27:57

    The Post Show reveals what would have been Liz and Richard's pick for Riz Ahmed's Bohdi Rook and their tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the two for reactions and insights to their picks.

If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey.

You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroeshttps://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

May 1, 2021

THE KARATE KID

Daniel moves to Southern California with his mother, but quickly finds himself the target of a group of bullies who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi, an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate and preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai.

Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly (@infamousKidd on twitter) discuss character growth, Billy’s Getting Old Quickly podcast, way too much about Cobra Kai and the movie “The Karate Kid” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

  • 0:53

    Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly talk about mental health, the subject of Billy's Getting Old Quickly podcast.

  • 21:13

    Craig, Alan and Billy discuss "The Karate Kid"

  • 1:04:22

       Recasting

  • 1:35:30

    Double Feature

  • 1:39:40

    Final Thoughts

  • 1:44:58

    A preview of next week's episode "Top Gun"

Next week Epic Eighties month continues with the need...the need for speed and "Top Gun"

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