Comedy Film Nerds
617 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 869 ratingsMovie reviews by stand-up comics and filmmakers Graham Elwood and Chris Mancini
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Ep 117 with Erik Griffin
July 10, 2012 20:42 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBGraham and Chris welcome Erik Griffin into the Nerd HQ. Erik talks about his character, Montez Walker, from the show Workaholics on Comedy Central. Erik and Graham spilt a little on Spider-Man. Chris was just so-so on Savages. Graham and Erik both liked Ted. Chris' was glad to see Brave was better than Cars 2 but not as good as Up. Graham gives a good recommendation to Safety Not Guaranteed. A good DVD pick is out and a great weekend to stay home and rest up for Dark Knight Rises. It...
Ep 116 Jackie Kashian
July 03, 2012 20:08 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBIt's a new special themed episode called "DVD Closet!" Jackie brings a bunch of DVD's into the nerd HQ and they admit they are gay...wait no that's not what happens. Chris, Graham and Jackie talk about her collection of films. Some classics and gulity pleasures are discussed. Maybe this will be a regular event? (Cliffhanger ending)
Ep 115 Neil T. Weakley
June 26, 2012 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBChrisam (short for Chris and Graham) are glad to have Neil T. Weakley back in the Nerd HQ for a sound discussion of Cult films. Neil goes into what makes a cult films. Then all three lads are off to the races about how some cult films start out with bad box office then get some kind of loyal following that builds. Also there are the really horrible movies that gain cult stauts because they are great fun to get drunk and yell at. All this is covered in this week's themed episode.
Ep 114 Jimmy Pardo
June 19, 2012 22:01 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBIt's a Never Not Funny episode of CFN with Jimmy Pardo. Chris and Graham welcome back the podcaster who was impressed with Tom Cruise but not at all with Rock of Ages. Chirs and Jimmy talk musicals. Graham felt that Your Sister's Sister is what a rom-com should be. Jimmy reveals that his favoirte film is Breaking Away and why you should watch all the disaster films of the 70's before you watch Airplane. Some Ok DVD choices and an interesting weeeknd of new releases is on tap. This show...
Ep 113 Sean Conroy
June 12, 2012 21:16 - 1 hour - 56 MBChris and Graham welcome The Longshot Podcast co-host Sean Conroy into the Nerd HQ. Sean talks about doing a podcast with Eddie Pepitone and how he made fun of Graham when they first met. Then all three share their thoughts of disappointment about Prometheus, with Chris a little more in favor of the film. Sean was just so-so about Lola Versus but loves going to the Hollwood Bowl for a Sound of Music sing-a-long. All three lads tell stories of their first ever films they made as kids. One...
Ep 112 Sean Cullen
June 05, 2012 19:56 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBChris and Graham welcome comic and author Sean Cullen into the nerd HQ. Sean talks about why he liked certain aspects of Snow White and the Huntsman, but was confused about some of the hunting techniques. Chris liked the French film, The Intouchables. Graham enjoyed Moonrise Kingdom and all three lads had a good discussion about Wes Anderson and Blade Runner. Sean gave us some insight about working on The Love Guru. Also discussed were the Joys and Pleasures of Santa Monica. A action p...
Ep 111 with Jonathan London
May 30, 2012 20:05 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBChris and Graham welcome back Geekscape host Jonathan London into the nerd HQ. Jonathan and Graham liked MIB3, even though it has some problems. Jonathan talks about how different trailers are cut in other countries. Chris liked the acting in Take This Waltz. Jonathan tells us about his experience with People vs. George Lucas and a new documentary he is working on. Goon is the best of the new DVDs. And a weekend of ridiculous nonsense will have you staying home to rest up for Prometheus!
Ep 110 with Mike Phirman
May 22, 2012 20:49 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBChris and Graham welcome the other half of Hard and Phirm, Mike Phirman, into the Nerd HQ. Mike talks about being the producer for Palm Strike Dance Party and doing visual effects for such classics as Firestarter 2. Chris was questioning his sanity after Battleship. Mike and Graham both laughed out loud during The Dictator. Graham watched just enough of What to Expect When You're Expecting to know that his eyes hurt from the stupidity. Mike also goes into being an extra for a Shaq film...
Ep 109 with Mary Lynn Rajskub
May 15, 2012 21:31 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBChris and Graham have 24 hours to save the world and their guest Mary Lynn Rajskub is going to help! And talk about movies. Chris was underwhelmed by Dark Shadows. Mary Lynn liked Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Graham was perplexed by some fo the music choices in the indie film Hick. Then Mary Lynn talks about the possibliity of a 24 film. What working with Paul Thomas Anderson is like and Chris askes her about Sunshine Cleaning. Some decent DVD choices this week and a Battleship of stup...
Ep 108 with Dan Gabriel
May 08, 2012 19:46 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBChris and Graham welcome comic/podcaster Dan Gabriel into the Nerd HQ. And then it's All AVENGERS! Three Nerds talk about why they loved this blockbuster! Graham's new CD Palm Strike Dance Party is now in the Store! Dan talks about his podcast The Best Medicine. Dan reccomends a lesser known Richard Dreyfuss comedy from the 1980's. DVDs, in theaters and much more!
Ep 107 with Kulap Vilaysack
May 01, 2012 19:47 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBChris and Graham welcome the co-host of Who Charted? Kulap Vilaysack. It's a fun filled show where they talk about why this weeks box office was so lame. Graham was just so-so with The Raven, but thinks that Longfellow needs his own theme park. Chris thought The Giant Mechanical Man was boring. Kulap talks about Who Charted and what films she thinks are going to take the summer box office. DVDs are not that great this week but AVEBGERS is HERE!!! Nerd up bitches, 'cause this one is hot!
Ep 106 with Allan Havey
April 25, 2012 22:31 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBViva Las Vegas! Chris and Graham are joined by nerd writer Allan Havey in Sin City! It is a themed episode where the boys discuss Allan's trip to the Turner Classic Movies festival. Complete with some great old Hollywood stories. Allan gives insight about some lesser known classic films and his CFN Guide to Movies chapter on war films. It is a nerd-a-palooza for all things classic cinema!
Ep 105 with Dean Haglund
April 17, 2012 19:52 - 1 hour - 58 MBChris and Graham welcome back nerd writer, Dean Haglund. Dean gives us updates on the most recent conspiracies, why he lives in Chris' garage and his kickstarter project. Chris points out some small upsides to Three Stooges. Dean loved Cabin in the Woods. And Graham talks about a good doc, The Island President. A couple of good DVDs and a upcoming weekend of some mostly dumb looking films. Don't worry the NSA is listening...
Ep 104 with Fred Stoller
April 11, 2012 20:41 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBChris and Graham go on a tri-state killing spree...wait that's something else. They welcome in Seinfeld writer, Fred Stoller. Fred talks about his new kindle single, My Seinfeld Year, where he descripes writing on that show like the opposite of his favoritie year. Chris liked Morgan Spurlock's Comic Con film but hoped for a little more. Fred and Chris both liked God Bless America. Fred gives his reasons for liking The Raid as well. Also a weak showing for new DVDs and some interesting ...
Ep 103 with Chris Mancini and Graham Elwood
April 03, 2012 20:40 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBChris and Graham talk about Wrath of the Titans and why it got beat at the box office by Hunger Games. Graham wants everyone to join in a hockey fight and see Goon. Chris really liked The Lorax despite it having a bad trailer which sparks a discussion about how much trailers have changed and why. Some good DVDs and interesting choices for upcoming releases.
Ep 102 with Laura House
March 27, 2012 21:28 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBFan favorite and Nerd writer Laura House returns to the Nerd cave. Chris and Graham both liked the Hunger Games but wanted a better action director. Laura really liked Jeff Who Lives at Home. Graham thinks The Raid is a must see for martial art film fans. Laura talks about her Rom Com chapter in the CFN book and why Joe vs The Volcano is a solid make out film. Some good DVD's coming out and a roll of the dice for new releases. It is a nerd-tastic piece of ear gold. (I know that doesn't...
Ep 101 with Frank Conniff
March 20, 2012 22:19 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBChris and Graham welcome back Frank Conniff to enjoy a bench press and some gargolyes. Frank talks about films and live shows for Cinematic Titanic. Chris thought John Carter wasn't so bad. Graham was bored with Jump Street and really lIked Being Flynn. Frank enjoyed Game Change but wanted a little more. Some good DVD's out and two good films in theaters this week. This episode will make you taller and have more friends.
Ep 100 with Sam Tripoli
March 13, 2012 21:50 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBEPISODE 100!!! We did it! Thanks for making this show go this long, couldn't have done it without the whole Kitten Hand Army! Very happy to welcome Sam Tripoli into the Nerd Cave. Sam talks about his podcast, The Naughty Show and doing the LA Podcast Festival. Chris liked parts of Detachment and was horrified at others. Sam thinks if you are a fan of Tim and Eric on Adult Swim, you will like Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie. Graham enjoyed Salmon Fishing in the Yemen. Then the boys...
Ep 99 with Retta
March 06, 2012 21:07 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBChris and Graham welcome comic/actress Retta from Parks and Rec into the Gargoyle University. Graham was really disappointed with Project X but wanted to have a baby with Act of Valor. Chris thought Wanderlust was better than the trailer. Retta talks about writer/director Richard Curtis and her favorite film, Love Actually. And some of the inner workings of shooting a TV show. DVDs, new releases and bring your Hillbilly to work day!
Oscar special ep 98 with Neil Weakly and Mike Schmidt
February 27, 2012 07:27 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBIt's an Oscar wrap-up nerd style! Chris, Graham, Neil and Mike all weigh in on who won and why. They talk about how the show felt like it was from 1989. Find out why rabbits are in pots and zone bars are in the alley. It is a nerd-a-riffic Oscar show that will put a trophy in your pants!
Ep 97 with Dwayne Perkins
February 22, 2012 00:08 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBChris and Graham welcome comic Dwayne Perkins into the Nerd HQ to talk about some Oscar noms. But first they compare Safe House to Training Day and why no one saw Ghost Rider. Chris liked Secret World of Arrietty. Then they all give thier picks for Best Actor, Director, Adapted and Original screenplay. Plus DVDs and new releases and some great nerdery!
Ep 96 with Pamela Georgette and Todd Sawyer
February 14, 2012 21:44 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBHappy Valentine's Day! May your kitten hands be filled with love and bad accents! Chris and Graham welcome from the My Picker is Broken podcast Pamela Georgette and Todd Sawyer. Pam is a licensed therapist and Todd is a comic. Pam gives her professional opinion about The Vow and several other classic romance films for a special themed episode that will warm your heart with knowledge and joy. Graham and Chris talk about how George Lucas has gotten more crazy. DVDs, new releases and more...
Ep 95 with Jackie Kashian
February 09, 2012 05:42 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBChris and Graham welcome back nerd writer and Dork Forest host Jackie Kashian. Graham gets bored with the found footage in Chronicle. Chris and Jackie differ on the entire Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series. Then it's more Oscar talk as Jackie gives insight as why The Help recieved two nominations for Best Supporting Actress. DVDs have some stupid choices and why would anyone want to see the 3D train wreck of Phantom Menace. This ep will save lives.
Ep 94 with TJ Miller
January 31, 2012 23:21 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBChris and Graham welcome back T.J. Miller back into the Nerd HQ. They talk about T.J.'s new podcast and CD DVD that are now available in the CFN store. Also why The Grey is a disappointment unless you are a wolf. Graham hopes Man on a Ledge expands to veranda's and roofs. More oscar talk as Chris and T.J. weigh in about the Descendants. All agree that the Best Supporting Actor pics are all solid. T.J. gives great insight into working with Tom Cruise. DVDs, new releases and much more!
Ep 93 with David Huntsberger
January 25, 2012 05:07 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBChris and Graham welcome comic and co-host of The Professor Blastoff podcast, David Huntsberger. They talk about why David and Chris were dissapointed with Haywire. And then it is on to Oscar nominations! The boys talk about all the Best Picture nods and what should or shouldn't be on the 10 best. Tree of Life cage match, choose your team! New DVDs, in theaters and much much more!
Ep 92 with Shawn Pelofsky
January 17, 2012 20:50 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBChris and Graham welcome comic Shawn Pelofsky into the nerd HQ. She talks about doing comedy on gay cruises. Graham liked Contrabrand, but thought the Iron Lady spent too much time on Margaret Thatcher's later years. All three talk about the best and worst films of 2011. Shawn liked X-Men and Thor and was just ok about The Help. Graham defended 50/50 and Chris started a cage fight over Tree of Life. Plus DVDs and some promising new releases!
Ep 91 with Tom Wilson
January 10, 2012 21:24 - 1 hour - 58 MBChris and Graham welcome comedian and actor Tom Wilson to the Nerd cave. Tom talks about playing Biff in the Back to the Future films and working with Robert Zemeckis. Graham liked My Week With Marilyn and Chirs was not surprised by War Horse but liked it overall. Tom gives great insight into the pitfalls of showbiz along with the differences between Steven Soderbergh and Zemeckis. It is truly a golden moment in Nerd history.
Ep 90 with Matt Belknap
January 03, 2012 21:44 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBHappy New Year! Chris and Graham welcome in the Matt Belknap from Never Not Funny. They talk about Mayan calendars and Top Ten box office films. Matt and Graham both liked Mission Impossible. Chris was pleasantly surprised by We Bought a Zoo. And Graham enjoyed Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. Matt gives insight into being a script reader. DVD's, new releases and much much more! It's the best way to start the final year of life on earth!
CFN ep 89 with Chris and Graham answering questions
December 27, 2011 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBChris and Graham are interviewed by Ben the intern. Ben asks the boys questions that you fans posted on the Facebook page. You will learn much like what films they like. How they got started and what films influenced them. Also a look into their secret nerdiness that will explain a lot.
CFN ep 88 with Greg Fitzsimmons
December 20, 2011 21:27 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBChris and Graham welcome comic and host of the Fitzdog podcast into the gargoyle cave. Greg gives some great stories about Tom Cruise. Chris is a fan of Hugo and The Artist. Graham thought Young Adult missed the mark but liked Tinker Tailor Sailor Spy. Chirs belives that only people with kids will like Carnage. Greg talks about the origins of his podcast. DVD's new realeases and so much more, really it will give your ears a boner.
Ep 87 with Howard Kremer
December 06, 2011 21:14 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBChris and Graham welcome comic and Who Charted? podcast co-host Howard Kremer into the Nerd HQ. Howard was a little bored at Shame. Graham liked Martin Sheen in The Way. Chris is tired of looking at old men in Sleeping Beauty. Howard tells why he loves Jaws. Some good choices for DVD's this week. And a slew of films coming out as well. It is a Nerd soup of good fun! (unless you don't like soup)
Episode 86 with Frank Woodward
November 29, 2011 22:46 - 1 hour - 59 MBChris and Graham welcome documentary filmmaker Frank Woodward into the Nerd HQ. They talk about why they were happy with the Muppets. Chris likes what Jason Segel did. Graham thought The Descendents was good but missed the mark a little. Chris goes on a Twilight tirade. Frank gives insight about the making of his doc "Lovecraft" about H.P. Lovecraft and how things in the world of distribution are changing. DVDs, new releases and much much more!!
Ep 85 with Doug Benson
November 22, 2011 18:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBHo Ho Ho it's a special Holiday Movie episode with Doug Benson! The host of Doug Loves Movies comes down the gargolye chimney to talk about the best and worst holiday films. Chris and Doug say why they aren't huge fans of It's a Wonderful Life despite Graham's love of his sister's punk band Zuzu's Petals. Graham talks about why he likes Scrooged. Chris gives a nerd boner for A Nightmare Before Christmas and Doug talks about seeing films on Christmas Day. Then it's a Len Maltin game Nerd...
Ep 84 with Dave Schneiderman and Derek Guiley
November 16, 2011 00:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBChris and Graham have put together a special episode for all you kittenhand loving film nerds. Graham thoght J. Edgar was decent. Chris liked Carnage and Graham explained to Chris why Outrage was not that difficult to understand. Then TV and Film writers, Dave and Derek, tell stories about having menues thrown at them, the skill in pitching and what it takes to make it as a Hollywood writer. It is the best Nerd-fomation you can get!
Ep 83 with Lachlan Patterson
November 08, 2011 21:30 - 58 minutes - 54 MBChris and Graham welcome stand-up comic Lachlan Patterson into the Nerd HQ! They talk about why Chris thinks Tower Heist was a phoner. Graham liked the 3d in Harold and Kumar. Some great, yard sale inspired, bad accents make an appearence. DVD's new releases and so much more your gargolye kitten hands will melt! I love you.
Ep 82 with Mike Schmidt
November 02, 2011 16:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBChris and Graham welcome back nerd writer and podcaster Mike Schmidt. Mike talks about his podcast 40 Year Old Boy. Graham says that In Time is no Gattica. Rum Diary is a little disappointing. Mike Loves Paranornmal 3 but has some questions. Chris' American brain can't understand Yakusa culture in Outrage. DVD's, new reeases and much much more! Enjoy the warm kitten hand embrace of this episode.
Ep 81 with Neil T Weakley
October 31, 2011 23:13 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBBOOOOOOO! Chris and Graham welcome back Nerd Writer Neil T Weakley back into the Nerd cave to talk about Shreikfest 2011. Neil saw almost everything at the festival and gives some good insight about good indie horror films. Also interview from the fest with the makers of Pig. It's a Halloween bonus episode that will scare you into a kitten hand terror!
Ep 80 with Eddie Ifft
October 27, 2011 04:44 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBChris and Graham welcome comic Eddie Ifft into the gargolye lair. They talk about why there has never been a good Three Musketeers movie Graham is all excited about one of the Olsen twins joining a cult. Eddie talks about the documentary he made while traveling the world and Chris is excited about the Captain America DVD. Other DVD's, new releases and so much more guvna's!
Ep 79 with Matt Weinhold
October 21, 2011 08:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBChris and Graham welcome back Nerd writer Matt Weinhold for a very special Horror movie themed show! They get all nerdy with the resident horror expert for a Halloween spook-tacular that will scare the nerd right out of you. The boys talked about their favorites and not-so favorites. You asked for more bonus themed episodes so here it is! Like two bloody kitten hands returning from the grave!!!!!
Ep 78 with Stefanie Wilder-Taylor
October 18, 2011 20:41 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBChris and Graham welcome back Nerd writer Stefanie Wilder-Taylor in the Gargolye cave. They Talk about the Getty and new clothing options for Arby's. Also Graham liked The Thing while Chris hated I Melt With You. Stefanie gives her chioces for good family movies despite the fact that she has twin 3 year olds who lose interest after 30 minutes. DVD's, new releases and so much that your sippy cup will overflow with nerdy goodness.
Ep 77 with Ed Crasnick
October 11, 2011 21:26 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBChris and Graham welcome comic/producer Ed Crasnick into the Nerd HQ. They talk about podcasting and mental illness. Graham liked the acting in Ides of March. Ed and Graham split on Money Ball. Chris was intrigued by Melancholia. Graham was happy Seth Rogen didn't wear green in 50/50. DVD's, in theaters and much much more!
Ep 76 AbqFF
September 28, 2011 23:33 - 1 hour - 104 MBSpecial DOUBLE EPISODE! Chris and Graham talk current movies like Dolphin Tale and Killer elite. New DVD's and in theaters. Then it's a Albuquerque Film Fest bonus ep. More interviews with indie filmmakers and actors like some cast members from Breaking Bad, Falling Skies and more. You'll learn about what's new out in indie film land. It's so much Nerdy goodness that your head will explode! Also special announcement on the iphone/droid app. Awww shit!
Ep 75 with Jonah Ray
September 19, 2011 23:08 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBChris and Graham welcome Nerdist co-host Jonah Ray into the Nerd HQ. They talk about why The Lion King made more money last weekend than new movies. Jonah and Graham liked Drive while Chris thought they were dumb. Graham thinks you should just watch Straw Dogs from 1971. And they all were surprised I Don't Know How She Does It only did $4.5 million. Jonah talks about his favorite Zombie films and the Nerdist TV Show on BBC America. DVD, new releases and more!
Ep 74 with Chris Gore
September 13, 2011 21:58 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBChris and Graham welcome the founder of Film Threat magazine, Chris Gore into the nerd HQ. Gore and Graham liked Contagion. Graham thought the acting in Warrior made up for some of its shortcomings. Mancini found Red State to be interesting. Gore talks about how Film Threat started and what current projects he has in motion. DVD, new releases and much much more! (Like some Star Wars insider info)
Ep 73 with Todd Glass
September 07, 2011 03:16 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBGraham and Chris welcome Todd Glass after sending him kicking and screaming to the movie theater. My Idiot Brother, Rise of the Planet of the Apes and The Debt are discussed along with lengthy discussions about comedy and fan feedback.
Ep 72 from the Albuquerque Film Festival
August 31, 2011 22:26 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBGraham and Chris go on the road and talk to some cool filmmakers and executives including Tony Mark, Executive Producer of The Hurt Locker, Kevin Farley, star of White Knights, and Todd Richards, VP of Digital Entertainment for Marvel Studios.
Ep 71 with Suzy Nakamura
August 23, 2011 20:25 - 58 minutes - 54 MBChris and Graham welcome back nerd writer and actress Suzy Nakamura into the Gargoyle gym. They talk about why Conan is a ridiculous phreak show of nonsense. How Devil's Double is a good look into the acting skill of Dominick Cooper. 30 minutes or Less has funny moments and Attack the Block is a favorite of Suzy. Also some good documentary pics, DVD's, new releases and much much more!
Ep 70 with Ric Meyers
August 16, 2011 08:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBChris and Graham welcome published author and Kung Fu film expert Ric Meyers into the nerd HQ. It's a Kung Fu film themed show that will make your mind explode. They talk all about what makes a good martial arts film. The difference between Kung Fu and Karate and some of the best pics like: Hero, 36th Chamber of the Shaolin, Ip Man and Ric gives a bunch of films that you should add to your collection. This episode will surely sharpen your katana!
Ep 69 with Bryan Callen
August 09, 2011 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBChris and Graham welcome comic/actor Bryan Callen into the Nerd HQ. Special themed episode focusing on Comedy films. Bryan talks about what it was like being in The Hangover 1&2 and working with Todd Phillips. They go into how difficult it is to make a good comedy sequel. Also what are their favorite comedy films and why like Spinal Tap, Holy Grail, Coming to America and many others. It's a special Nerd show you cannot afford to miss!
Ep 68 with Neil T Weakley
August 03, 2011 03:22 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBProlific CFN writer Neil T. Weakley returns to the garage to celebrate the year anniversary of kitten hands, talk about summer movies, Cowboys and Aliens, and participate in some very awkward pauses and uncomfortable tangents. Also discussed are superhero fatigue, Ryan Reynolds and being a hungry yet whiny vegetarian.