In the early 1960s, during the height of the Cold War, a mutant named Charles Xavier meets a fellow mutant named Erik Lehnsherr. As the world teeters on the brink of a nuclear war, Charles and Erik with other mutants join forces to save humanity. However, a situation soon tears their friendship apart.
Craig and guest co-host Zaki Hassan (@zakiscorner on twitter) discuss lost opportunities, binding comic books, Michael Fassbender's mutant abilities and the movie "X-Men: First Class" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Craig and guest co-host Zaki Hassan talk binding comic books into bound editions.
Craig and Zaki discuss the movie "X-Men: First Class"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Apollo 13"
Next week we prepare for THanks giving with a Tom Hanks classic "Apollo 13"
English military officers, tired of life as soldiers, travel to the isolated land of Kafiristan, where they are ultimately embraced by the people and revered as rulers. After a series of misunderstandings, the natives come to believe that one of the men is a god, but he and his friend can't keep up their deception forever.
Craig and guest co-host Tracy Mangum (@MoviesMakeUs on Twitter) welcome Mark Woodring as they discuss colonialism, the upcoming FanX in Salt Lake, Mark's Visually Stunning Movie Podcast (@VSMoviePodcast on Ttwitter) and “The Man Who Would be King” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
Craig and Tracy talk with Mark Woodring about The Visually Stunning Movie Podcast.
Craig, Tracy and Mark discuss "The Man Who Would Be King"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "The Royal Tenenbaums"
Next week we start our annual Patreon Membership Drive highlighting some exclusive episodes starting with "The Royal Tenenbaums"
Sonny Hooper is getting too banged up to remain Hollywood's top stuntman, but he signs up as the stunt coordinator for a big-budget action movie with a pushy director. Ready to retire from the physical abuse, Hooper is gearing up to make the film's climactic stunt his biggest ever, but cocky younger stuntman aims to steal the glory with his more scientific, technology-oriented stunt methods.
Craig, Alan and guest Austin Vashaw (@VforVashaw on twitter)discuss the legacy of Hal Needham, the undervalued art of stunt work, Alan’s thoughts on the musical Annette and the movie “Hooper” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.
Show Notes
Alan offers some thoughts on the new Adam Driver musical "Annette"
Craig, Alan and guest Austin Vashaw discuss "Hooper"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Goodfellas"
Next week we celebrate Craig's birthday with one of his favorite movies "Goodfellas"
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
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.
Craig, Izzy and Steve discuss "Beverly Hills Cop"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Ghostbusters"
Next week Epic Eighties month comes to an end with Zaki Hasan and "Ghostbusters"
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
Craig, Elisabeth and Rob share their favorite 80's movies. Rob gives us an update on the Clubhouse Podcast.
Craig, Elisabeth and Rob discuss "Lethal Weapon"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
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"
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
Craig and Jake talk about the upcoming Utah Remote-Con happening May 10th through the 22nd online at https://www.youtube.com/c/Stolendroids.
Craig and Jake discuss "Top Gun"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Lethal Weapon"
Next week Epic Eighties month continues with the landmark buddy cop movie "Lethal Weapon"
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
Craig and Jake talk about the upcoming Utah Remote-Con happening May 10th through the 22nd online at https://www.youtube.com/c/Stolendroids.
Craig and Jake discuss "Top Gun"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Lethal Weapon"
Next week Epic Eighties month continues with the landmark buddy cop movie "Lethal Weapon"
The intrepid explorer Indiana Jones sets out to rescue his father, a medievalist who has vanished while searching for the Holy Grail. Following clues in the old man's notebook, Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, but they are not the only ones who are on the trail, and some sinister old enemies soon come out of the woodwork.
Craig and Alan are joined by Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) to discuss Spielberg’s Career, the Texas Ice Age, the future of Indiana Jones and the movie "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" to start F#@K Nazis month on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan talk about the horrible winter Texas has endured.
Craig, Alan and guest Brendan discuss "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Valkyrie"
Next week, F#@K Nazis month continues with an attempt to wipe out the Führer himself in "Valkyrie"
Patreon Membership month continues with a patreon episode from October 2019 - Matinee Villains month!
Alan and Craig are here for Halloween!
The Trick = Getting Nick Cage and John Travolta to switch faces.
The Treat = Bat $h*t John Woo action and this month's exclusive Patreon movie Face/Off!
Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate!
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Discussion of "Face/OFF"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
Next week we continue our Patreon Membership Drive with "Gremlins"
In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam. When the US president crash-lands inside, only one man can bring him back: notorious outlaw and former Special Forces war hero Snake Plissken But time is short. In 24 hours, an explosive device implanted in his neck will end Snake's mission (and his life) unless he succeeds!
Craig is joined by guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) as they discuss dystopian futures, Brendan’s COVID scare, why save the president and the movie “Escape from New York” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!!
This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!
The season finale of CastOFF is set!
Watch on a special night, August 23rd at 6PM PST as Randy from the Cult 45 Podcast takes on Patrick Beatty from Gaggle of Geeks to finally put the question to rest: Who is the best caster on the internet? Find out what they’ll be recasting and more on a special preview show this Tuesday the 18th at 6PM PST. And then the finale Sunday, August 23rd.
See who will win this 8 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
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew http://normannerd.blogspot.com/ discuss his COVID scare and teaching in the time of corona.
PS - He and his family tested negative, thankfully.
Craig and Brendan discuss "Escape from New York"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "The Hunt for Red October"
Next week, Craig and Alan celebrate Craig's birthday with one of his favorite movies "The Hunt for Red October"
It has been eight years since Batman vanished into the night, sacrificing everything for what he hoped would be the greater good. However, the arrival of a cunning cat burglar and a merciless terrorist named Bane forces Batman out of exile and into a battle he may not be able to win.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@blcagnew on Twitter) discuss class warfare, face plants, bad Bane impressions and the movie “The Dark Knight Rises" on this week's Matinee Heroes!
This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF!
The playoffs have begun. Last week, Patrick Beatty squeaked by Rob Ervin with an overtime victory in Game 1.
This Tuesday, July 14th at 9pmEST/6pmPST Valerie Cameron and Steve Kondrick face off in Game 2 to see who will face Patrick in the semi-finals. The movie they’ll recast: Independence Day! See who will win this 8 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
Craig and Brendan talk about Brendan's misfortunes with gravity
Craig and Brendan discuss the movie "The Dark Knight Rises"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Dunkirk"
Craig guest co-host Randy Yarbrough get a history lesson with the movie "Dunkirk"
Johnny Utah is a young FBI agent going undercover to unmask a band of thrill-seeking surfers who rob banks to fund their addiction to pulling off the most daring score, surviving the greatest danger . . . and riding the biggest wave.
Alan and Craig are joined by Annie Bulloch (@texasannie on twitter) to discuss meatball sandwiches, bromances, D&D online and the movie “Point Break on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
This week’s episode of Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is live this Tuesday at 9pm EST 6pm PST as past guest Tracy Mangum goes head to head against Tyler Russel to see who can recast a true classic: the original Ghostbusters . You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the YouTube feed. You gonna call? Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF of course!
Show Notes
Craig, Alan talk to Annie Bulloch about playing online D&D thanks to Covid-19
Craig, Alan and Annie discuss the movie "Point Break"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "The Grey"
Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew don't think 2020 is bleak enough so they watch "The Grey"
When ancient god-sized monsters rise again, the crypto-zoological agency Monarch faces off against Godzilla, Mothra, Rodan, and King Ghidorah as they all vie for supremacy.
Craig, Alan and guest Derek McCaw (@fanboyplanet on twitter) discuss Kaiju stomping, Fanboy Planet, when a moth loves a lizard and the movie “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
This week’s episode of Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is live this Tuesday at 9pm EST 6pm PST as past guest Randy Yarborouh goes head to head against Travis Tate to see who can recast the podcast most downloaded episode Smokey and the Bandit. You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the youtube feed. See you Tuesdays. 10-4 good buddies!!
Show Notes
Craig, Alan talk to Derek McCaw about his site Fanboy Planet and his podcast.
Craig, Alan and Derek McCaw discuss the movie "Godzilla: King of the Monsters"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Point Break"
Craig, Alan and Annie Bullock revisit the 90's with the surfer-crime classic "Point Break"
Young D'Artagnan travels to Paris hoping to become a musketeer, one of the French king's elite bodyguards, only to discover that the corps has been disbanded by conniving Cardinal Richelieu who secretly hopes to usurp the throne. Fortunately, Athos, Porthos and Aramis have refused to lay down their weapons and continue to protect their king.
Craig and guest host Rob Ervin (@yesTHATRobErvin on twitter) discuss midnight movies, public domain, the Clubhouse podcast and the movie "The Three Musketeers" on this week's Matinee Heroes!
This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! We’ve taken one of most popular segments…recasting…and turned it into a competitive live streaming event! Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is live every Tuesday nights starting at 9pm EST 6pm PST as 2 competitors go head to head to see who can recast popular movies and beloved actors the best.
You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the youtube feed. See you Tuesdays!!
Show Notes
Craig and Rob talk about "The Clubhouse Podcast"
Craig and Rob discuss the movie "The Three Musketeers"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Godzilla: King of the Monsters"
Craig, Alan and guest Derek McCaw destroy Boston and the movie "Godzilla: King of the Monsters"
Pulled from the sea with two bullets in his back, Jason Bourne discovers he has the skills of a very dangerous man and no memory of his violent past. Racing to unlock the secret of his own identity, he discovers the deadly truth: he's an elite government agent. But to the government, Jason Bourne isn't just their property, he's a malfunctioning thirty million dollar weapon. Now, the government's top operative has become its number one target.
Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew discuss amnesia, handling quarantine, character driven action movies and "The Bourne Identity" on this week's Matinee Heroes!
This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! We’ve taken one of most popular segments…recasting…and turned it into a competitive live streaming event! Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is live every Tuesday nights starting at 9pm EST 6pm PST as three competitors go head to head to see who can recast popular movies and beloved actors the best. You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the youtube feed. See you Tuesdays!!
Show Notes
Craig and Brendan discuss The Bourne Identity
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Days of Thunder"
Craig and guest co-host Valerie Cameron prove "rubbin is racin" when they watch "Days of Thunder" for next week's episode.
Dick Tracy sets out to end Big Boy Caprice's reign of terror on the city, putting him in the path of goons and a femme fatale while causing a rift between himself and his companion, Tess Trueheart.
Craig and guest co-host Richard Jensen (@theragingcelt on twitter) discuss skirting the law, tips for battling media overload, 90’s putty makeup and the movie "Dick Tracy" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Craig talks with Richard about self-isolating, media overload and Richard's vlog on youtube.
Craig and Richard discuss "Dick Tracy"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Braveheart"
Craig and guest co-host Elisabeth Rappe delve into Scottish history with the classic "Braveheart"
The outbreak of World War III has occurred, leaving a group of mid-western high school students turned refugees to slowly organize themselves into an effective guerrilla force. In their brutality, are they becoming just like their enemies?
Craig and guest host Devin Pike (@justdevin on twitter) discuss life under quarantine, Devin reflects on his panels at the Fayetteville Comic Show, Craig’s entire panel with actor C Thomas Howell and the movie "Red Dawn" on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Craig and guest Devin Pike talk about the state of conventions in the age of #coronavirus as well as reflect on the panels Devin hosted while they were in Fayetteville. You can also play Remote Control with Devin every Monday during the quarantine at his youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/justdevin/
Veteran actor C Thomas Howell sits with Craig to discuss magic, aging in hollywood and more during this panel at the Fayetteville Comic Show
Craig and Devin discuss "Red Dawn"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview next week's movie "Dick Tracy
Next week Craig and Richard Jensen try to get out of the social distancing blues with the bright reds and yellows of "Dick Tracy"
After being imprisoned for 20 years, Zorro or Don Diego de la Vega as he is publicly known, receives word that his old enemy, Don Rafael Montero (has returned. He escapes and returns to his old headquarters, where he trains aimless drunk Alejandro Murrieta to be his successor. Meanwhile, Montero -- who has secretly raised Diego’s daughter, Elena as his own -- hatches a plot to rob California of its gold.
Craig and guest co-host Zaki Hasan (@zakiscorner on twitter) discuss kick starting puberty, Zaki’s twitter success, Antonio Banderas’ nationality and the movie “The Mask of Zorro” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Craig sits in awe of Zaki's recent twitter fame
Craig and Zaki discuss "The Mask of Zorro"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me"
Craig has his live panel of a semi "reunion of Twin Peaks stars from the Fayetteville Comic Show as well as "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me"
At the height of the Cold War, a mysterious criminal organization plans to use nuclear weapons and technology to upset the fragile balance of power between the United States and Soviet Union. CIA agent Napoleon Solo and KGB agent Illya Kuryakin are forced to put aside their hostilities and work together to stop the evildoers in their tracks. The duo's only lead is the daughter of a missing German scientist, whom they must find soon to prevent a global catastrophe.
Craig and guest co-host Steve Kondrick are joined by Izzy Kondrick (@eilfmovies on twitter) to discuss witty banter, fun horror movies, 80's action heroes and the underrated gem THE MAN FROM UNCLE on this week’s Matinee Heroes
Show Notes
Craig, Steve and Izzy catch up on Valentine's Day events and their podcast Everything I Learned From Movies
Craig, Steve and Izzy discuss "The Man from U.N.C.L.E."
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
A preview of next week's episode "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"
Randy Yarborough from Cult 45 podcast returns to talk the classic "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"
After receiving a license to kill, British Secret Service agent James Bond heads to Madagascar, where he uncovers a link to a man who finances terrorist organizations. Learning that this man plans to raise money in a high-stakes poker game, MI6 sends Bond to play against him, gambling that their newest "00" operative will topple the man's organization.
Alan and Craig are joined by Zaki Hasan (@ZakisCorner on twitter) to discuss the brutal bond, sweaty agents, Northern California blackouts and the movie "Casino Royale"
Show Notes
Alan and Craig catch up with Zaki Hasan including his two podcasts Nostalgia Theater and The MovieFilm Podcast
Discussion of "Casino Royale"
42:49
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
Alan and Craig preview next week's movie "The Shawshank Redemption"
Next week Alan and Craig highlight a panel Craig moderated at FanX featuring the 25th anniversary of "The Shawshank Redemption"
When a powerful satellite system falls into the hands of a former ally-turned-enemy, only James Bond can save the world from an awesome space weapon that -- in one short pulse -- could destroy the earth!
Alan and Craig are joined by power couple Steve and Izzy as they discuss Pierce Brosnan’s turn as Bond, video games, 90’s era computer skills and the movie “Goldeneye” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Alan and Craig catch up with Steve and Izzy and all the happenings with their podcast Everything I Learned From Movies
Discussion of "Goldeneye"
38:49
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
Alan and Craig preview next week's movie "Casino Royale"
Next week Alan and Craig wrap up Bondvember with their favorite Bond in "Casino Royale"
Secret agent James Bond helps a KGB officer defect during a symphony performance. During his debriefing, the officer reveals that a policy of assassinating defectors has been instated by new head of the KGB. But as Bond explores this threat, a counterplot surfaces, involving a shady American arms dealer and a pair of Russian assassins.
Alan and Craig discuss Bond in the 80’s, arming the Taliban, A quick review of Doctor Sleep and the movie “The Living Daylights” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Alan and Craig talk about the new Shining sequel "Doctor Sleep"
Discussion of "The Living Daylights"
31:23
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
Alan and Craig preview next week's movie "Goldeneye"
Next week Alan and Craig continue Bondvember with the Pierce Brosnan's take with "Goldeneye"
Agent 007 and the adventurous Tracy Di Vicenzo join forces to battle the evil SPECTRE organization in the treacherous Swiss Alps. But the group's powerful leader, Ernst Stavro Blofeld is launching his most calamitous scheme yet: a germ warfare plot that could kill millions!
Alan and Craig discuss being the one and done bond, overly creepy fathers, the most promiscuous Bond ever and the movie On Her Majesty’s Secret Service as we celebrate Bondvember on Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Discussion of "On Her Majesty's Secret Service"
24:42
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
The trailer for next week's movie "The Living Daylights"
Next week Alan and Craig continue Bondvember with the underappreciated Bond, Timothy Dalton and "The Living Daylights"
James Bond, Agent 007, battles the mysterious Dr. No, a scientific genius bent on destroying the U.S. space program. Bond travels to Jamaica where he encounters the beautiful Honey Rider and confronts the megalomaniac in his evil island lair.
Alan and Craig kick off Bondvember discussing primordial Bond, the franchise template, Star Wars news and the movie Dr. No on this week’s Matinee Heroes!
Show Notes
Alan and Craig catch-up on the latest Star Wars news and discuss their ideas of who James Bond is.
Discussion of "Dr. No"
35:48
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
The trailer for next week's movie "On Her Majesty's Secret Service"
Next week Alan and Craig continue Bondvember with the one-off Bond, George Lazenby's "On Her Majesty's Secret Service"
From the doomed planet of Krypton, two parents launch a spaceship carrying their infant son to earth. Here he grows up to become Clark Kent, mild-mannered reporter for the Metropolis Daily Planet. But with powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men, he battles for truth and justice and the American Way.
Alan and Craig discuss the history of the podcast, a Christopher reeve and Margot kidder tribute panel from Salt Lake FanX and one of the best superhero performances on film in “Superman The Movie” on the 100th episode of Matinee Heroes.
Alan and Craig discuss the past 100 episodes of Matinee Heroes and what to expect for the next 100!
Discussion of "Superman: The Movie"
Recasting
Double Feature
Final Thoughts
Live from the 2018 Salt Lake FanX, Craig hosted a fan panel "Superman the Movie Turns 40: A Tribute to Christopher Reeve & Margot Kidder" with Shannon Barnson, Jacob Dietz (@ThatJakeDietz on twitter), Ben Lane Hodson (@BenLaneHodson on twitter) and James A. Owen (@CaeoPrincipia on twitter)
Next week we start Matinee Musical Month with an all-time classic "Singin' in the Rain"