Backseat Directors
86 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsBackseat Directors is a movie review and recommendation podcast hosted by Andre Hutchens, and you the listener! Join us for our weekly shows on all the latest Hollywood hits. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @TheBDPodcast and get a chance to co-host the show!
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Episodes
BD Episode 27 - The Hitman's Bodyguard
August 17, 2017 05:48 - 41 minutes - 75.1 MBBackseat Directors Episode 27! An old friend, Nate Tucker, joins me all the way from Arizona to review one of the most surprising movies from the month of August, The Hitman's Bodyguard. Nate and I discuss the onscreen chemistry between Samuel L. Jackson and Ryan Reynolds, and why MF is the MO for Samuel L. Even though this is a family friendly podcast, this movie is not family friendly, so listeners be warned! If you'd like to reach out to Nate or follow up on social media you can find ...
BD Episode 26 - The Glass Castle
August 14, 2017 08:45 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBBackseat Directors Episode 26! My lovely sister, Jaclyn, joins me to review The Glass Castle! Before seeing the movie, Jaclyn read the book. So her experience of the movie will be different from mine since I was completely unfamiliar with this story having never read the book. Join us in our discussion of a very moving and inspirational film in The Glass Castle. If you'd like to talk to Jaclyn more about the movie or follow her on social media you can reach out to her on Instagram @ jac...
BD Episode 25 - Detroit
August 08, 2017 17:47 - 1 hour - 134 MBBackseat Directors Episode 25! CJ Marshal joins me to discuss and review a very heavy but historically significant film, Detroit. This movie was not easy to watch, and some of the topics we discuss are heavy in nature, but CJ and I both feel very strongly about their importance. We hope you are able to enjoy today's show and gain a greater perspective on these long lasting social struggles and injustices. Keep up with CJ's movie reviews and follow him on social media: Instagram: @ cjsaw...
Movies Coming Soon - August 2017
August 03, 2017 05:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MBBackseat Directors presents, Movies Coming Soon for August 2017! On today's episode I am co-hosted by the very talented movie reviewer and writer, Andre, from The Formal Review. It's a double dose of Andre today as we recap our favorite movies from July and preview what's to come for the month of August! We also select our the movie we are most excited to see in August. You can follow Andre on social media at his following accounts: Twitter @TheFormalReview Instagram @ theformalreview ...
What's HOT! - July 2017
July 31, 2017 00:14 - 1 hour - 111 MBBackseat Directors presents: What's HOT! with Life of Films. Ryan Nevin and Simon Garner join me to discuss What's HOT! from the month of July. Christopher Nolan made a stir in the film community when he revealed his dislike of the Netflix same-day-release model for new movies. Also, a new James Bond 007 film was just announced, and we discuss what this means for Daniel Craig and the entire franchise moving forward. Also, Michael Giacchino won the Movie Score of the Month with his film s...
BD Episode 24 - Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets
July 28, 2017 15:03 - 20 minutes - 38.1 MBBackseat Directors Episode 24! Today we shake things up a bit! I hand the movie reviewing reins over to two previous co-hosts, and let them share their thoughts on Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets. Rachel Ogden and Parker Johnson are big movie buffs and have great insight into this movie. You can follow Rachel on Instagram @rochasaurus You can follow Parker on Instagram @parker.johnson1309 If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, an...
BD Episode 23 - Dunkirk
July 25, 2017 21:51 - 59 minutes - 109 MBBackseast Directors Episode 23! My dad, Dr. Craig Hutchens, returns for a second go at movie reviewing as we discuss highligh anticipated WW2 movie, Dunkirk. Even though my dad and I both love, appreciate, and respect, WW2 history, we do not see eye to eye on everything we experienced in Dunkirk. However, we do both agree with the overall quality of the movie, and give the same recommendation for the movie. Listen to find out! You can reach out to my dad for any questions or comments on...
BD Episode 22 - War for the Planet of the Apes
July 21, 2017 22:35 - 1 hour - 134 MBBackseat Directors Episdoe 22! War for the Planet of the Apes is third and maybe final chapter of Rise and Dawn, and a fitting end to this triology. Mikey Hidalgo from the Big Screen Breakdown Podcast joins me to review one of the most highly anticipaited movies this summer. Did we go bananas for War? Is it the best of the three? Do we think you should see it in theaters? Find out now! You can follow Big Screen Breakdown on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/bigscreenpod/ On Twitter @ BigScr...
BD Episode 21 - Spider-Man Homecoming
July 11, 2017 05:04 - 53 minutes - 97.6 MBBackseat Directors Episode 21! Spider-Man Homecoming is more than just a play on words, Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures were able to create something very special with this movie. Shaun Bardales from Reel Bearded News and I review one of the hottest movies this summer, and give our take on the 6th Spider-Man movie in the last 15 years. Follow Shaun and Reel Beared News on Facebook @ reelbeardednewss on Instagram @ reelbeardednews or on Twitter @ Reel_Beard_News If you want to co-host th...
Movies Coming Soon - July 2017
July 06, 2017 02:28 - 21 minutes - 39.7 MBBackseat Directors presents, Movies Coming Soon! July 2017. Ramon Diaz from, Movies Coming Soon, and I recap our favorite movies from June 2017, and preview what's to come for the month of July. Get to know the under-the-radar movie for July, Brigsby Bear with this short Trailer - Brigsby Bear Follow Movies Coming Soon on Instagram @ moviescoming_soon And follow Ramon's other movie account on Instagram @ movielot If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Tw...
BD Episode 20 - Baby Driver
July 03, 2017 18:22 - 1 hour - 118 MBBackseat Directors Episode 20! Matt Vieira from the Make Movies Great Again podcast joins me for a recap of the adrenaline packed, extremely stylish, and most fun movie of 2017, Baby Driver! Baby Driver is a punch you in the face, action packed, but so charming, Hollywood Hit that we are so excited to review. You can follow Make Movies Great Again on Twitter @MakeMoviesGreat and on Instagram @makemoviesgreat And be sure to subscribe to their podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, or Podbean. If y...
What's HOT! - June 2017
June 29, 2017 22:45 - 46 minutes - 85.9 MBBackseat Directors is very excited to announce a brand new monthly episode: What's HOT! with Life of Films. On What's HOT! we will discuss two big movie news topics from this past month, June 2017, and also select and highlight one film composer and score from a movie that debuted this month. On today's episode we discuss the messy Sony/Marvel partnership to reboot the Spider-Man franchise and how that will affect the upcoming Venom movie. Also, we discuss the fall out of the firing of Lo...
BD Episode 19 - Transformers: The Last Knight
June 27, 2017 04:57 - 48 minutes - 89.7 MBBackseat Directors Episode 19! One of the best supporters of this podcast, Steven Sotelo, joins me for a review of the explosions filled Michael Bay extravaganza, Transformers: The Last Knight. Steven tells us why it's ok to like movies that are so often hated by critics, and I'm with him! Do you disagree? Let us know your thoughts! You can follow Steven on Instagram @mirror7rorrim If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPod...
BD Episode 18 - Cars 3
June 23, 2017 06:37 - 30 minutes - 56 MBBackseat Directors Episode 18! My sister in-law, Jewel, and I race toward the finish line as we review the newest additon to the Pixar family, Cars 3. Find out if Cars 3 was able to succeeed where Cars 2 did not, and if Pixar was able to rekindle the charm and heart of the original Cars movie. You can follow Jewel on Instagram @jujubinks24 If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast ...
BD Episode 17 - The Book of Henry
June 20, 2017 01:22 - 56 minutes - 103 MBBackseat Directors Episode 17! Rachel Ogden hops in the backseat directors chair as we review The Book of Henry. This movie is not anyting you've ever seen before! For better and worse, The Book of Henry is very unique. Rachel and I don't see eye to eye on this movie, but who likes it more?! Listen now and find out! If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is intended for entert...
Bonus Episode - Reagan
June 17, 2017 08:13 - 27 minutes - 49.9 MBBackseat Directors Bonus Episode. Today is the 1 year angelversary of my dearest niece, Reagan. And today's episode is dedicated to her and her memory, and a gift to her parents. To any of you listening who maybe has gone through the loss of a loved one...you are not alone. We love you forever, Reagan! If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is not endorsed by The Walt Disney Co...
BD Episode 16 - My Cousin Rachel
June 12, 2017 05:05 - 40 minutes - 73.3 MBBackseat Directors Episode 16! My sister, Samantha, and I get our first experience of seeing an advanced movie screening, as we were treated to the dark and mysterious romance film, My Cousin Rachel. This movie had many twists and turns, as we tried to keep up with the storyline, and the dark romance between Philip Ashley and his cousin, Rachel. Take a listen! You can follow Samantha on Instagram @pajama_sammm and on Twitter @Caterpillar_sam If you want to co-host the show, follow Backsea...
Bonus Episode - Wonder Woman Giveaway
June 08, 2017 18:32 - 8 minutes - 16.3 MBBackseat Directors Bonus Episode! We are doing a Wonder Woman giveaway! Listen to the epidose and find out the details on how to enter the contest. A big thank you to everyone who has given this podcast a 5 star review on iTunes! You guys are so awesome! If you haven't left us a rating, please do so! Thank you, everyone for your support. It does not go unnoticed, and it is much appreciated. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook...
BD Episode 15 - Wonder Woman
June 05, 2017 06:28 - 43 minutes - 79.6 MBBackseat Directors episode 15! The much anticipated summer movie, Wonder Woman, has made her big screen debut. And to review it with me is my good friend, Thalia-Rae. She and I both gush over Gal Gadot and her terrific performance as Diana, Princess of the Amazons. But even with all of our gushing, do we think Wonder Woman can revive the much meligned DCEU? Find out now! If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all new...
BD Episode14 - Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell no Tales
June 01, 2017 05:25 - 55 minutes - 102 MBBackseat Directors Episode 14! Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. We're not dead, so we'll tell you the tale! Alexa from the You Can Rewind It Podcast joins me to review the 5th movie of the Pirates franchise. Will this movie live up to our dreams of treausre? Or will we make it walk the plank?! You can follow You Can Rewind It on Facebook and Twitter @YouCanRewindIt If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPo...
Movies Coming Soon - June 2017
May 31, 2017 05:41 - 22 minutes - 41.7 MBBackseast Directors and Movies Coming Soon mashup! This is our first installment of Movies Coming Soon! Ramon Diaz is an Instagramer and big time movie lover who is the owner of the Movies Coming Soon Instagram account. He and I announce all the upcoming movies for the month of June, and review our favorite movie from the previous month. You can follow Ramon on Instagram @ramond1az and follow his movie Instagram accounts here: @moviescoming_soon and @movielot If you want to co-host th...
BD Episode 13 - Alien: Covenant
May 25, 2017 03:34 - 51 minutes - 94 MBBackseat Directors Episode 13! Alien: Covenant! One of the most anticiapated sequels in years, and my good friend, Doug, and I debate on if this is a worthy sequel to Prometheus. Strap in and hold tight! And whatever you do, don't go near those facehuggers! Before you see Alien: Covenant, make sure you watch these three short videos! The Crossing Last Supper Meet Walter If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for ...
BD Episode 12 - King Arthur: Legend of the Sword
May 23, 2017 00:34 - 1 hour - 116 MBBackseat Directors Episode 12! Life of Films movie blogger, Ryan Nevin, joins me today to review King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. But this is not your Grandma's Sword in the Stone movie. This is a Guy Ritchie classic that will have Ryan and I split down the middle with what we liked and did not like about the movie. Have your shot at pulling the sword from the stone, and give us a listen! You can follow Ryan and Life of Films on Twitter @Life_of_Films and check out their blog @ lifeoffi...
Bonus Episode - What is Backseat Directors?
May 17, 2017 04:55 - 18 minutes - 34.1 MBBackseat Directors Bonus Episode! Sorry, listeners, no movie review this week. But I do have some new and exciting things to announce regarding the direction of this podcast. Some new collaborative work with two movie lovers. First is from Life of Films and the second is from Movies Coming Soon. And most importantly...What is Backseat Directors?! I explain everything in this week's episode. Give it a listen! If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twit...
BD Episode 11 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
May 10, 2017 20:59 - 48 minutes - 89.6 MBBackseast Directors Episode 11! It's here! It's finally here! Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. A new mixtape and all! But can the hype and high expectations be met, especially after such a phenomenal Vol. 1? Sit back and take it all in with Backseat Directors, my brother Robbie, and Star Lord. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is not endorsed by Marvel or the Walt Disney...
BD Episode 10 - The Circle
May 09, 2017 05:43 - 40 minutes - 74.2 MBBackseat Directors Episode 10! On today's episode Parker Johnson and I become a part of the newest and coolest cult around...The Circle. Honestly! It's the best! ...jk...it's not the best. It's actually really, really bad. Listen now to find out why. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. All original content is copyr...
BD Episode 9 - The Zookeeper's Wife
May 05, 2017 06:34 - 45 minutes - 83.3 MBBackseat Directors Episode 9! How does my mom like to spend her 35th wedding anniversary? By reviewing a movie on the podcast, of course! My amazing mother shares her thoughts and feelings about the incredible true story of The Zookeeper's Wife. No amount of rotten tomatoes critics can keep us from heeping much deserved praise on this movie. Enjoy! If you want to co-host the show with me, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and upda...
BD Episode 8 - Ghost in the Shell
May 02, 2017 06:39 - 20 minutes - 38.4 MBBackseat Directors Episode 8! Me, myself, and I take a stab at reviewing and recommending Ghost in the Shell. Scarlett Johansson does her best Japanese Anime impression, and totally nails it! Ghost in the Shell didn't score high on Rotten Tomatoes, but apparently those movie critics didn't watch the same movie as me. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is intended for entertai...
BD Episode 7 - Gifted
April 25, 2017 05:38 - 32 minutes - 59.5 MBBackseat Directors Episode 7! My wondferful wife, Amy, is back in the directors chair as my co-host, and we take a deep dive into the very heartwarming movie, Gifted. Even though he does not wear the Captain America outfit in this movie, Chris Evans does not fail to be the hero nontheless. If you want to be a co-host on the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. You can follow Amy on Instagram @ cafebinge This podcast...
BD Episode 6 - Power Rangers
April 21, 2017 05:27 - 43 minutes - 79.8 MBBackseat Directors Episode 6! Go Go Power Rangers! You Mighty Morphin Power Rangers! I am joined by the ultimate Power Rangers fan, Jon Cartegena. He drops some serious Power Ranger knowledge and love for all of you listeners to enjoy. Sit back and relax while you take in our review and recommendation of the latest adaption of Saban's Power Rangers. It's Morphin Time! If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all n...
BD Episode 5 - Life
April 18, 2017 04:43 - 38 minutes - 69.9 MBBackseat Directors Episode 5! Making her first appearance on the show, Holly Ensign and I share our thoughts on the much anticipated movie, Life. Except, Life might be the wrong word to describe this crazy space horror flick... Follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. All original content is copyright 2017 Backseat Directors.
Bonus Episode - KONG Giveaway
April 13, 2017 05:11 - 6 minutes - 11.2 MBBackseat Directors Bonus Episode! Many thanks to all of you for downloading and listening to the podcast. And to show my gratitude we are doing a giveaway! Kong Funko Pop and movie poster. Check Facebook and Instagram for more details. Follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. All original content is copyright 2017 Backseat Directors.
BD Episode 4 - KONG: Skull Island
April 11, 2017 04:43 - 40 minutes - 74.4 MBBackseast Directors Episode 4! Carmen Hutchens makes her backseat directors debut to review KONG: Skull Island. Get ready for non-stop monkey-ing around, and both of us going bananas for that big'ol ape. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. All original content is copyright 2017 Backseat Directors.
BD Episode 3 - The Shack
April 06, 2017 08:00 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBBackseat Directors Episode 3! I am joined by my dad, Dr. Craig Hutchens, and my brother, Hunter, as they take a seat in the directors chair to discuss the #1 New York Times best seller book made movie, The Shack. The Shack is authored by William Paul Young. You can find the book on Amazon. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational ...
BD Episode 2 - Beauty and the Beast
April 06, 2017 07:58 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBBackseat Directors Episode 2! My wife, Amy, makes her debut on the show as she takes a seat in the directors chair to discuss Disney's most recent block buster, and classic film reboot, Beauty and the Beast. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is not endoresed by Disney, nor any affiliates. Disney's Beauty and the Beast is trademarked by Disney Enterprises, Inc. This podcast...
BD Episode 1 - Rogue One
April 06, 2017 07:53 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBBackseat Directors Episode 1! Welcome to the inaugural episode of Backseat Directors. A movie review and recommendation podcast hosted by Andre Hutchens, and you, the listeners! This podcast will cover the latest and greatest Hollywood hits, but for the very first episode, we will disucss Rogue One. If you want to co-host the show, follow Backseat Directors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ TheBDPodcast for all news and updates. This podcast is intended for entertainment and informa...