Couchlock: The Movie Podcast

We Finally Finished Killers of the Flower Moon - REVIEW

November 29, 2023 21:00 - 5 minutes - 3.92 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Martin Scorsese looks to add another history making film to his roster with Killers of the Flower Moon. But can the director overcome the large scale, controversy, and absurdly long run time to dethrone the likes of Goodfellas or The Departed? Lock it in as Mike and Rachel review Killers of the Flower Moon. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YOUTUBE! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

Don't FREAK Out // Another REVIEW of PSYCHO

October 20, 2023 17:00 - 6 minutes - 5.02 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Join Mike and Rachel as they take a look into the movie that made people afraid to close their eyes when they wash their hair. That's right, the slasher film that started it all, Psycho(1960)! This movie is still revered as one of the best horror movies of all time, even after over 60 years! Does Norman Bates leave you begging for your mommy, or should some things be left in the past? Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and wa...

Nic Cage Goes CRAZY - A Love Letter To MANDY

September 30, 2023 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.93 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Mandy is a trippy cosmic horror film that demands your attention and repays you with Nic Cage losing his mind in a violent rampage. From demon bikers to a colorful world, this film is a stylistic heavy metal love letter, so we felt it would only be right to make our own love letter to this cult classic film. Like, subscribe, and comment down below your thoughts on Mandy, and thanks for keeping it locked!

The CINEMATIC UNIVERSE You DIDN'T KNOW you NEED // The Strangers 1 & 2 REVIEW

September 19, 2023 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.84 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Lock the doors and turn on the lights! We're taking a closer look at The Strangers (2008) and The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018). Both movies are full of terror and dread. But does one do it better than the other? And what is going on with news of a trilogy coming out in 2024? Lock it in to find out! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YouTube! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

Ranking Every Jurassic Park Film

September 11, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.2 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! In this video, we rank every Jurassic Park film from worst to best. This was a fun video to do, so let us know in the comments if you want more! Also be sure to comment your list from worst to best. INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/couchlockpod/ SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3hE4Wpcib4AdMfJxyMGvwm?si=6aef711c02dd4382 APPLE PODCASTS - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/couchlock/id1533583306?uo=4 YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/cha...

Let's Talk About MOVIE MAGIC! // VFX Breakdown

September 05, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Join Mike and Rachel, your movie-loving besties, as they explore the captivating world of Movie VFX! From VFX history to mind-blowing film examples, this episode is packed with cinematic wizardry. Let's lock it in and pull back the curtain on these timeless movie magic tricks! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YOUTUBE! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

Zack Snyder Won't Be Stopped! - Rebel Moon Trailer REACTION

August 23, 2023 14:00 - 7 minutes - 5.55 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon finally has a trailer out and it is epic beyond belief. This is his second film with Netflix and his voice gets stronger as he furthers away from the DCEU and Warner Brothers. With another film announced and on the way, Rebel Moon hype is through the roof! Comment down below if you are excited for Rebel Moon and remember to like and leave a review! INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/couchlockpod/ SPOTIFY - https://open.spo...

A Brutally Honest Blue Beetle REVIEW

August 22, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 2.98 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Blue Beetle has finally made his on screen debut thanks to actor Xolo Mariduena and director Angel Manuel Soto. Blue Beetle follows Jaime Reyes as he is given the powers of the scarab. With his new powers he must learn to balance his life and protect his family. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YouTube! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

A Love Letter To.... ARMY OF THE DEAD

August 14, 2023 13:00 - 7 minutes - 5.13 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Enough of the hate! Here is our official love letter for Army of the Dead, written and directed by Zack Snyder. Love to hate it or hate to love it, there are some down right awesome moments in Army of the Dead. And we're here to reminisce on all of the reasons why this movie kicks ass and pops brains! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YOUTUBE! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

Half Baked in a Half Shell? TMNT: Mutant Mayhem - Review SPOILERS

August 04, 2023 14:00 - 5 minutes - 4.19 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is finally out! The long awaited reboot of TMNT from Seth Rogan is finally here, and it is more stylistic than ever. Certain comparisons can not be overlooked, but it was filmed and animated uniquely. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YouTube! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

YouTubers Made a Horror Film! - Talk to Me - REVIEW

August 01, 2023 14:00 - 5 minutes - 3.91 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Talk to Me is the long awaited A24 horror film from the Philippou Brothers. It follows Mia as she becomes obsessed with a ceramic hand that may be the door to the after life. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on Youtube! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

Christopher Nolan's EXPLOSIVE Epic - Oppenheimer - REVIEW

July 29, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.93 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Join us for our review of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer! Oppenheimer stars Cillian Murphy, Robert Downy Jr., Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, and Florence Pugh. It follows the story of Oppenheimer devising and releasing the atomic bomb during WW2. This epic historical drama is one of the biggest and most anticipated releases of 2023! Does it live up to the hype? Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YouTube! YOUTUBE IN...

Dolls, Drama, and Daring Surprises - Barbie - REVIEW

July 24, 2023 18:00 - 6 minutes - 4.33 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! It's been one of the largest Hollywood weekends in decades with no explanation being shorter than BARBENHEIMER! Barbie is crushing at the box office right now, but is also stirring up quite the controversy. Join Rachel in breaking down what this film knocked out of the park as well as some of the downfalls of being prefect in plastic. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YOUTUBE! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

The BEST Franchise of Our Generation? - Pirates of the Caribbean

July 21, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! In this episode we take a deep dive into the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. From practical effects to incredible actors giving great performances, this franchise took the world by storm and there has been an insane amount of work that has gone into each installment! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YOUTUBE! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

Mosh Pits and Machetes - Green Room - REVIEW

July 18, 2023 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.47 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Green Room is a 2015 horror film starring Patrick Stewart, Anton Yelchin, and Imogen Poots. Green Room follows a small time punk rock band that plays the wrong show, and witnesses something they shouldn't have. This is an extremely visceral and violent film that we had a great time talking about! Thanks for keeping it locked! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YOUTUBE! YOUTUBE INSTAGRAM

One Way Ticket to Jump Scare City- Insidious: The Red Door - REVIEW

July 11, 2023 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Grab your lantern and prepare to dive back into The Further as we explore the bone-chilling secrets behind Insidious: The Red Door. Will the jump scares and modern cinematography be enough to redeem the film from its unfortunate writing pitfalls? Join us as we dissect, critique, and have a ghoul-old time reviewing this Patrick Wilson directorial debut. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! INSTAGRAM YOUTUB...

The Flash- Review

June 19, 2023 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! The Flash is finally out despite the development hell and Ezra Miller controversy that this film was plagued with. This multiverse movie hit theaters last week and we are here to talk how good this film is, as well as the DC elements that we took from it, and how it leaves the DCU in the future. Make sure to Subscribe on YouTube because at 500 subscribers we are going to do a challenge where we watch Bee Movie for 24 hours straight! CLICK HERE TO SUB...

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse - A Sequel with Style! (REVIEW)

June 05, 2023 19:00 - 8 minutes - 5.9 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! The long awaited continuation of Miles Morales's story, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is finally here! In our review we talk about the major characters, insanely impressive animation, and the interweaving story throughout the multiverse. Make sure to stay until the end to see our rating and leave a like and subscribe! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YouTube! INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse- Review

June 01, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.39 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! With Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse we decided to take a leap Into the Spider-Verse and review Miles Morales's mind bending big screen debut. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse set a new trend in animated films and was beloved by many, including us! Join us as we take a deep dive into what makes this film so special, the incredible animation, and the redesign of our favorite characters and villains. We are gearing up and excited for opening weeken...

The Machine - Review

May 31, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes - 8.23 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! Bert Kreischer's "The Machine" is finally here. This is one of the biggest comedy releases of recent memory. Does it live up to the infamous origin story? We take a deep dive into this question, as well as how Bert Kriescher's first acting outing is. We discuss whether this is worth your time and our overall enjoyment of it. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this episode and watch us on YouTube! INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Inglorious Basterds Review

May 17, 2023 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.63 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! In this video we take a deep dive into Quentin Tarantino's 2009 masterpeice, "Inglorious Basterds." Join us as we dissect this epic war film, exploring its captivating storyline, brilliant performances, and Tarantino's signature style that keeps us on the edge of our seat. Let us know in the comments what you think of this film and if you would like us to review any more of Tarantino's work! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this podcast and w...

Ep. 1 - Mobster Movies

May 12, 2023 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Welcome to Couchlock: The Movie Podcast! In this captivating first installment, we are diving head first into the captivating world of mob movies and exploring why they hold such a special place in the hearts of moviegoers around the world. Join us as we unravel the enigmatic allure of these gritty and captivating films, examining the mesmerizing performance of iconic actors, and pondering the future of the timeless cinematic style. From the legendary "The Godfather" to "Goodfellas" and "Th...

A Love Letter to Rouge One

May 05, 2023 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

May the 4th be with you! Today we are diving in to our personal favorite Star Wars film, Rogue One. We discuss what makes this film so special and why it stands out to us as a new Star Wars film, as well as how it impacted the films to come. Join us as we celebrate Star Wars Day and this amazing film! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives like this and let us know what you would like to see in the future! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate this podcast and watch ...

Evil Dead Rise- REVIEW

April 23, 2023 03:00 - 11 minutes - 8.3 MB

Welcome to our Review of Evil Dead Rise! Join us as we take a deep dive into the latest installment of the cult horror classic. We'll discuss the plot, the characters, the scares, and everything else you need to know about this highly anticipated film. Evil Dead Rise is directed by Lee Cronin and stars Alyssa Sutherland and Lily Sullivan. This film released in theaters April 21, 2023. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our Podcast and watch us on YouTube. INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Blue Beetle Trailer Reaction and Review

April 04, 2023 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.6 MB

Today we react to the first Blue Beetle trailer! Blue Beetle is directed by Angel Manuel Soto and stars Xolo Mariduena, Bruna Marquezine,Harvey Guillen, and George Lopez. Comment below what your thoughts are regarding this movie and be sure to like and subscribe. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and watch us on YouTube! INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

The Batman II Villain Revealed?

March 31, 2023 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.39 MB

Today we are talking about the rumor of the next villain joining the DCU, or perhaps Matt Reeves Elseworlds universe to fight against Robert Pattinson. Leave a like and comment and let us know what villain you want to see go head to head against Batman in the new DCU! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and check us out on YouTube! INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Zack Snyder's DCEU Restored?

March 27, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.43 MB

Today we discuss Zack Snyder showing his DCEU Trilogy for SnyderCon! We talk what this means for the Snyderverse and Zack Snyder's future at DC. Snyder will be showing Man of Steel, Batman v Superman, as well as Zack Snyder’s Justice League. He will also be holding a live Q&A panel after each film. Let us know your thoughts on the Snyderverse and remember to like and subscribe! Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and check us out on YouTube INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Movie Props

March 25, 2023 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Movie Props have been used for over 100 hundred years, allowing audiences to connect with storytellers in a way where seeing really is believing. Some props have risen to god tier notoriety, while others have been discarded as literal trash. Join Mike and Rachel as they take a deep dive into this secret spice of film making and discuss their favorite movie prop stories. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and check us out on YouTube. INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Everything Everywhere All at Once- Review

March 22, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

oday, we are reviewing the Oscar winning, Everything Everywhere All At Once. This smash hit stars Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Stephanie Hsu. Everything Everywhere All At Once was directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Schienert. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and check us out on YouTube. INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

REVIEW - Everything Everywhere All at Once

March 22, 2023 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

oday, we are reviewing the Oscar winning, Everything Everywhere All At Once. This smash hit stars Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Stephanie Hsu. Everything Everywhere All At Once was directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Schienert. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and check us out on YouTube. INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

The Last of Us- Season 01 Review

March 17, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Today, we are reviewing season one of The Last of Us. This long awaited video game adaptation has just finished its first 9 episode season and we discuss how we liked it as viewers, how it stacks up to the game, and the creative choices that went behind this video game adaptation. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and check us out on YouTube! INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

REVIEW - The Last of Us Season 1

March 17, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Today, we are reviewing season one of The Last of Us. This long awaited video game adaptation has just finished its first 9 episode season and we discuss how we liked it as viewers, how it stacks up to the game, and the creative choices that went behind this video game adaptation. Like what you hear? Don't forget to rate our podcast and check us out on YouTube! INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Scream VI - REVIEW

March 17, 2023 00:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Today, we are reviewing Scream VI, the newest installation from the now bigger than ever franchise! Take a listen and don't forget to rate this episode. INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

REVIEW - Scream VI

March 17, 2023 00:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Today, we are reviewing Scream VI, the newest installation from the now bigger than ever franchise! Take a listen and don't forget to rate this episode. INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE

Spider-Man

March 13, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

Mike and Rachel are joined by long time friend Jaden Lynch, as they break down the one and only Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. With the recent release of Spider-Man: No Way Home, our trio of filmophiles peel back the mask on this classic coming of age story and the many renditions of it's iconic character throughout the decades. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow Us on Instagram

Dammit DC

February 20, 2022 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

This week the gang is joined by Anthony Elder while Clint is out to discuss the current temperature over at DC. With a promising new merger on the horizon Anthony, Mike, and Rachel decide if they can let old wounds heal or if the heartbreak of DC's past prove too much for our Couchlockian heroes. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow us on Instagram

Which Came First, the Director Or the Actor?

January 16, 2022 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

Join the gang as they converse about the unique subset of performers who find themselves in front of the camera as much as they do behind it. Directors who act, actors who direct, and those that Mike, Clint, and Rachel wish would do both. The list is lengthy, but our trio of cinephiles break down their all time favorites in this latest episode of Couchlock. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow Us on Instagram

Music On The Big Screen

January 02, 2022 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

Season 2 kicks off on a "high note" as Mike, Clint, and Rachel dive into a harmonious conversation about that classic Hollywood secret sauce, music. Join our musical trio as they discuss their most and least favorite musical moments across different aspects of film. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and follow us on Instagram!

Merry Dankmas

December 19, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Ahh Christmas... What better time to curl up on the couch and watch some good ole' heartfelt holiday hits. Be it by yourself, with your friends, or gathered around the family; there are tons of great Christmas movies to choose from. But which one should be at the top of your watch list? Mike and Rachel got back to the couch for our first ever Christmas Special to answer that very question. Grab a bowl of erm... popcorn and strap in. These two were locked on the couch for a hot one as t...

Based on Real Life?

December 07, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

Movies have been tagging themselves as "Based on Real Events" as a way to engage viewers, but how much does Hollywood actually root their stories in the truth? Join us as we discuss three of our favorite "Based o Real Events" movies and what actually happened in these twisted tales. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couchlocknv/

Cartoons

November 23, 2020 02:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

As kids it was the only reason to wake up early on a Saturday morning, Cartoons! This week we discuss all of the ways cartoons rotted our minds as children and have seemed to follow us into adulthood. Join us as we analyze all of those funny (and sometimes serious) jokes we understand now that went directly over our snotty-nosed prepubescent heads. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couchlocknv/

Method Acting

November 08, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

This week the gang got together to discuss one of the fundamentals of how actors get into character, method acting! It truly is crazy what actors will do to feel more connected to the character they are playing, putting We decided to discuss some of the crazier instances of method actors pushing the limits, and ask the question how far is too far? Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couchlocknv/

Horror Films

October 25, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

The gang is back and this week we are discussing one of our favorite movie genres. Sport your sexy animal costumes and don your stinky synthetic Michael Myers masks, this week we are talking scary movies. Horror films have been captivating the minds of audiences for over a century. With thousands of sub-genres we discuss a few of our favorites and try to answer the question, what makes scary movies so damn scary? Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow us...

Zack Snyder- Part 2

October 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

This week we wrap up our conversation about Zack Snyder by taking an in depth look at Justice League. There has been a roller coaster of drama surrounding this project and our boy Zack has been sitting up front the whole time. After having his personal and professional life dragged, he has finally risen to the top. Join us as we break down this twisted tale that has spanned the last four years. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow us on Instagram: http...

Zack Snyder- Part I

September 27, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

We're talking Zack Snyder! The dude has been through a lot, and with the announcement of the Zack Snyder Justice League cut finally seeing the light of day we decided to start from the beginning. Join us as we discuss Zack Snyder's epic yet problematic deep dive into the DC Universe. Check out Couchlock every other Sunday for new episodes! Like and Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couchlocknv/

Couchlock: The Movie Podcast

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