MacGuffin Podcast
252 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsThe Movie Review Podcast that Dreams are Made Of.
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55 - Mank
December 14, 2020 06:57 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBFor this episode of the podcast, we review the new David Fincher film, "Mank," based on the writing process that developed "Citizen Kane." We also talk about the casting news behind Sony/Marvel's Spider-Man 3, and we discuss the future of post-Covid cinema. At the end of the podcast, we review the 1994 Christmas comedy, "Mixed Nuts," which is available to stream for free on Tubi.
60 - Mank
December 14, 2020 06:57 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBFor this episode of the podcast, we review the new David Fincher film, "Mank," based on the writing process that developed "Citizen Kane." We also talk about the casting news behind Sony/Marvel's Spider-Man 3, and we discuss the future of post-Covid cinema. At the end of the podcast, we review the 1994 Christmas comedy, "Mixed Nuts," which is available to stream for free on Tubi.
54 - Run
November 30, 2020 05:32 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBIn this episode, we review the direct-to-Hulu thriller "Run," starring Sarah Paulson. We also catch up with the movie news, and at the end of the program, we review the Coen brother's 1984 debut, "Blood Simple."
53 - Borat Subsequent Moviefilm
November 16, 2020 05:37 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBFor this week's podcast, we discuss Sacha Baron Cohen's latest satirical comedy, Borat Subsequent Moviefilm. From Disney Plus, we also review 2006's The Simpson Movie, and we say farewell to the original James Bond, Sean Connery.
52 -What Lies Beneath & Music of the Heart
October 30, 2020 07:14 - 1 hour - 19.3 MBFor this episode, we do something a little different. We review a horror film made by a director that's not known for the genre, What Lies Beneath by Robert Zemeckis. We then review a non-horror film made by a horror director, Music of the Heart by Wes Craven. We also name our favorite and least favorite Stephen King adaptations.
51 - Scare Me & The Babysitter: Killer Queen
October 25, 2020 06:04 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBFrom Netflix, we review the original sequel, The Babysitter: Killer Queen, and from the horror app Shudder, we review the newly released horror-comedy, Scare Me. We also discuss some of our favorite horror movie scores, and as streaming homework, we check out the 1990 sequel, Exorcist III: Legion.
50 - Boys in the Band
October 19, 2020 05:08 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBFor this episode of the podcast, we discuss the Netflix remake of the 70s classic, "The Boys in the Band." We also talk about our favorite horror sequels, and at the end of the show, we review the 1985 horror-comedy, "Fright Night."
49 - Feels Good Man
October 05, 2020 03:52 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBFor this week's episode, we review the 2020 documentary, Feels Good Man, which chronicles the origins of the maligned meme, Pepe the Frog. We also discuss the best movies to introduce kids to horror, and at the end of the show, we review the 1972 psychological drama Images, directed by Robert Altman.
48 - I'm Thinking of Ending Things
September 21, 2020 04:01 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBFor this episode of the podcast, we review Netflix's new Charlie Kaufman film, I'm Thinking of Ending Things. We also play the franchise prequel edition of F-Marry-Kill. At the end of the podcast, we review the 2013 Nicholas Cage thriller, The Frozen Ground.
47 - Bill & Ted Face the Music
September 07, 2020 03:36 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBThis week we review the long-awaited comedy sequel, Bill & Ted Face the Music, and for our streaming homework, we discuss the 2008 documentary, Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father. We also talk in-depth about the safety and ethics of going to see movies in the theater again under the new COVID guidelines, and we say farewell to actor Chadwick Boseman.
46 - An American Pickle
August 24, 2020 04:47 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBFor this episode of the podcast, we review the new Seth Rogen HBOMax comedy, An American Pickle, a film in which Rogen plays opposite himself. We also discuss our favorite documentaries and we both suggest a modern recasting of Jaws. At the end of the show, we review the 2004 romantic melodrama, The Notebook, which is currently available to stream on Netflix.
45 - The Old Guard
August 03, 2020 06:25 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we review the latest Netflix action movie, The Old Guard, starring Charlize Theron. We try to revive the careers of some of our favorite inactive actors, and from Amazon Prime streaming, we review the 1982 cult film, Liquid Sky.
44 - Eurovision Song Contest
July 18, 2020 07:21 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we review the latest Netflix original comedy, "Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga," starring Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams. We also discuss recent movie news and the best and worst Oscar losers of 2012. For our streaming homework, we take a look at another Netflix original film, 2017's "Gerald's Game," based on the novel by Stephen King.
43 - Da 5 Bloods
July 10, 2020 05:28 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we say goodbye to award-winning film composer Ennio Morricone and we talk about our all-time favorite soundtracks and scores. We also review Spike Lee's latest Netflix original, The 5 Bloods, and from Amazon Prime, we review the 1969 version of The Italian Job, starring Micheal Caine.
42 - King of Staten Island
June 19, 2020 04:58 - 1 hour - 57 MBOn this week's podcast, we review the new Judd Apatow film, The King of Staten Island, starring SNL cast member, Pete Davidson. For our streaming homework, we also review Taika Waititi's 2016 film, Hunt For The Wilderpeople, which is available to watch on Hulu. Before the reviews, we discuss our favorite media to consume as we're falling asleep.
41 - Donnie Darko & Emo: The Musical
June 02, 2020 05:36 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBOn this episode, Kyle and Ellie of the E-Word Podcast guest on our show to talk all about how "emo" has been depicted on screen. We discuss the importance of the 2001 sci-fi psycho-drama Donnie Darko within the emo scene, and for laughs, we review the 2016 Australian teen comedy, "Emo: The Musical."
40 - Extraction
May 22, 2020 05:09 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBFor this week's podcast, we review the Chris Hemsworth action rescue movie, Extraction, recently released directly to Netflix. Also on Netflix, we review the 2015 psychological thriller, The Gift, starring Joel Edgerton, Jason Bateman, Rebecca Hall. We also discuss more good movies made by bad directors, and we cover the last few weeks of movie news.
39 - The Ladykillers & Event Horizon
May 01, 2020 06:02 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBFor this episode of the podcast, we take a look at two films that defy the reputations of their filmmakers. We review the Coen brother's 2004 dark comedy, The Ladykillers, which represents a "bad" film made by traditionally "good" directors. Conversely, review the 1997 sci-fi/horror film, Event Horizon, which is widely considered to be the best film by noted "bad" director, Paul W.S. Anderson. We also discuss musicians who became actors, actors who become musicians, and our favorite animals.
38 - A Quiet Place vs. Bird Box
April 24, 2020 06:08 - 1 hour - 71 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we take a look back at two sci-fi horror releases from 2018, A Quiet Place, and Bird Box. Instead of doing our regular reviews, we compare and contrast these two films in terms of how they tackle similar themes and similar apocalyptic horror premises. Come along with us as we dig deep into the nuances of B-movie possibilities. We also discuss our latest quarantine media discoveries.
37 - Never Rarely Sometimes Always
April 10, 2020 06:52 - 1 hour - 56 MBDespite extenuating circumstances and theater closures, we bring you this week's podcast in which we review the recently released indie drama Never Rarely Sometimes Always. We also discuss the latest movie/media highlights from our twitter feeds. At the end of show, we talk about the 2015 thriller, Cop Car, starring Kevin Bacon.
36 - Onward
March 27, 2020 02:47 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we review Disney/Pixar's latest animated film, "Onward." We also discuss our go-to content for when we're sick at home, as well as our current quarantine media obsessions. At the end of the show, we review the independent comedy "Don't Think Twice," which is available to stream on Netflix.
35 - The Invisible Man
March 13, 2020 08:57 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBFor this week's episode of the podcast, we review Universal Studio's reboot of "The Invisible Man." We also talk about the 2017 thriller "Good Time," starring Robert Pattinson, and there's a lot of discussion about hand washing.
34 - Sonic the Hedgehog + Gretel and Hansel
February 29, 2020 11:09 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBIn this week's podcast, we review the Sega video game adaptation, Sonic the Hedgehog. Cassidy does a solo review of the horror film Gretel & Hansel and we both talk about out-of-the-box movie sequels we wouldn't mind getting made. For our streaming homework, we also review the 2019 mockumentary Mister America, starring comedian Tim Heidecker.
33 - Birds of Prey
February 14, 2020 09:40 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBOn this week's podcast, we review the latest DC Comics adaptation, Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey. We also discuss the recent Academy Awards and the historic significance of Parasite's best picture win. At the end of the podcast, for our streaming homework, we review last year's subversive documentary Hail Satan.
32 - Top 10 Films of 2019
February 01, 2020 04:17 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we compare our individual lists of the top ten films released in 2019. We also list off the bottom five films that we had to endure. Listen to find out where we overlap and where we diverge!
31 - 1917 + Little Women + The Irishman
January 23, 2020 10:44 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBKeith and Cassidy are back to wrap up the final big releases of 2019. In this episode of the podcast, we review the world war epic 1917, Greta Gerwig's adaptation of the literary classic Little Woman, and we finally tackle the latest Scorsese gangster film The Irishman. We also discuss the latest movie news and we respond to the contentious feedback to our Rise of Skywalker review.
30 - Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker & Uncut Gems
January 04, 2020 09:41 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBWelcome to the new decade! In this episode of the podcast, we talk at length about the final film in Disney's new Star Wars trilogy, The Rise of Skywalker. We also review the Adam Sandler crime drama Uncut Gems and we discuss the upcoming films our listeners are most excited to see in 2020.
29 - Ford v Ferrari and Marriage Story
December 21, 2019 07:07 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBThe year is wrapping up and in this episode of the podcast, we review the racing drama Ford v Ferrari and for our Netflix homework, we review Noah Baumbach's latest film, Marriage Story. We probably spend too much time talking about famous wrestling catchphrases and Kieth tries to guess the movie titles connected to the worst movie poster taglines of all time.
28 - Knives Out & Parasite
December 14, 2019 10:52 - 1 hour - 182 MBThis episode of the podcast, we review the star-studded whodunit Knives Out. We also catch up with the new Bong Joon-Ho film Parasite, the South Korean dark comedy that's already generated awards attention. We discuss the films our listeners listed as the best movies they could only watch once, and for our Netflix homework, we review Noah Baumbach's 1995 film debut "Kicking and Screaming."
27 - Jojo Rabbit
November 22, 2019 05:38 - 1 hour - 57 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we discuss the Hitler Youth satire, Jojo Rabbit, written and directed by Marvel alumni Taika Waititi. Keith also gushes about the new Disney Plus Star Wars series, The Mandalorian.
26 - Doctor Sleep
November 15, 2019 06:25 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we bring on actor, comedian, and friend Josh Hurley to help us review the latest Stephen King adaptation, Doctor Sleep. We also discuss what roles he and Keith would want to play in a selection of ensemble films, and we talk about Josh's background as a narrator for Audible. The review starts around the 30-minute mark.
25 - The Lighthouse
November 08, 2019 20:58 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we explore the nautical folklore of Robert Egger's new thriller, The Lighthouse. For our Netflix homework, we talk about 2016's The Eyes of my Mother--coincidentally another black and white horror film. We also catch up on Batman casting news and the announcement of an animated series based on Jeff Smith's celebrated comic book Bone.
24 - Zombieland Double Tap
October 31, 2019 06:38 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBHappy Halloween! In this episode of the podcast, we review the long-awaited sequel Zombieland: Double Tap and for our Netflix homework, we review In the Tall Grass, based on the novella by Stephen King and Joe Hill. We also do a deep dive into the best and worst of director Tim Burton and friend of podcast Patrick sends us a voicemail review of the Tim Heidecker mockumentary Mister America.
23 - Joker
October 11, 2019 09:56 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBFor this episode of the podcast, we review the latest and perhaps the most provocative adaptation of the infamous Batman villain, "Joker." We discuss the direction of the film, the controversy surrounding the release, and we open a spoiler zone to dig into the finer details of the plot. We also weigh in on the news of a possible Texas Chainsaw Massacre reboot, rumors of Jonah Hill joining the next Batman project, and Len Wiseman directing a female-led "John Wick" spin-off. For our Netflix Ho...
22 - 2010s Horror Draft
October 05, 2019 20:33 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we each draft 5 of our favorite horror films that were released between 2010 and 2019. We discuss what horror has meant to cinema in the last 10 years and shout out our many honorable mentions. For our Netflix homework, we formally review the Jennifer Lopez sci-fi horror film from 2000, The Cell.
21 - Ad Astra
September 27, 2019 04:12 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBOn this week's podcast, we review the space exploration drama Ad Astra, starring Brad Pitt and Tommy Lee Jones. We also weigh in on our listener's favorite astronaut films and as our Netflix Homework, we review Martin Scorsese's 1974 motherhood movie Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore.
20 - Hustlers
September 20, 2019 09:44 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we discuss the stripper-themed crime drama Hustlers, starring Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu. We also give a live reaction to the trailer of the upcoming Logan Paul movie Airplane Mode. We give our best career advice to a handful of falling stars, and for our Netflix homework, we review the 2018 science fiction noir, Mute.
19 - It: Chapter Two
September 13, 2019 10:24 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we talk about the new installment of the Stephen King epic, It: Chapter Two. We also discuss talks of a Tang Girl reboot, a possible Rod Serling biopic, and a Face/Off remake. As our Netflix homework, we review the 2017 documentary Jim and Andy: The Great Beyond.
18 - Ready or Not & Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
September 06, 2019 18:57 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we give you a double-dose of horror-themed summer releases with reviews of the book adaptation Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark and the hide and seek thriller Ready or Not. We also discuss the Disney-Sony Spider-Man debacle, Linklaters 20 year Sondheim project, and at the end of the program, we review 2009's Solomon Kane as our Netflix Homework.
17 - Hobbs and Shaw
August 16, 2019 08:52 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we discuss the cancellation of the Blumhouse thriller "The Hunt," which actor played the best Alfred Pennyworth, and we review the newest installment of the "Fast and Furious" franchise, "Hobbs and Shaw." We also try to make heads and tales of our latest Netflix homework, 2013's "Enemy," Staring Jake Gyllenhaal and Jale Gyllenhaal.
16 - Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
August 02, 2019 05:59 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBOn this week's podcast, we compare the films of Quentin Tarantino; we name our favorite Tarantino movies, decide which one we think you should watch first, and we review his latest picture, Once Upon a time...in Hollywood. For our Netflix homework, we also discuss the 2018 Korean thriller, Illang: The Wolf Brigade.
15 - The Lion King
July 26, 2019 09:22 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn this podcast episode, we review the photo-realistic remake of the Disney classic, The Lion King. Keith gives us all the details about his 2019 San Diego Comic Con experience, we say farewell to the great Rutger Hauer, and at the end of the show, for our Netflix homework, we review Kelly Reichardt's 2013 indie drama "Night Moves."
14 - Midsommar & Spiderman Far From Home
July 19, 2019 08:56 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBOn this week's podcast, Keith is enjoying San Diego Comic-Con, so friend-of-the-podcast Richard Wolley joins Cassidy to discuss Ari Aster's daylight nightmare Midsommar and Marvel's Spider-Man: Far From Home. We also discuss the latest news and the media we're currently obsessed with. Check out Richard's short story work here.
13 - Toy Story 4
June 28, 2019 04:42 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBOn this week's podcast, we review the new Pixar animated film Toy Story 4. For our Netflix homework, we also look at back at 2016's Swiss Army Man. Keep listening for our spicy takes on Manga fans and this week's movie news items.
12 - Dark Phoenix, Rocketman, Men In Black: International
June 21, 2019 06:04 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Keith is out but friend-of-the-show Ashlee Hitchcock hops on to review Dark Phoenix, Rocketman, Men in Black: International and the new Jim Jarmusch zombie-comedy, The Dead Don't Die. We also discuss our listener's favorite entrees within the X-Men franchise, and at the end of the program, we talk about the new Amazon Prime Jonas Brothers documentary, Chasing Happiness. Check out Ashlee's new Etsy shop here!
11 - Godzilla: King of the Monsters
June 07, 2019 09:09 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBOn this podcast episode, we review the kaiju showdown, Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Keith gives us a deep dive into the new DC comics streaming ap and we get through a hefty round of movie news. For our Netflix Homework, we review Alfred Hitchcock's classic thriller from 1951, Strangers on a Train. News Stories Include: Disney's Planning a movie based on Xbox classic, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Mark Web to Direct Disney's Live Action Snow White Remake The DC Film Adaptation ...
10 - Aladdin & Booksmart
May 31, 2019 04:35 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBOn this podcast episode, we review Disney's live-action remake of their animated classic Aladdin and Olivia Wilde's directorial debut, the teen, coming of age comedy Booksmart. We also discuss sleazy pinball art, Upright Citizen's Brigade, and at the end of the program, for our Netflix homework, we review 2017's period comedy The Little Hours.
09 - The Sun is Also a Star
May 24, 2019 09:55 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBOn this podcast episode, we review the immigration-themed romance The Sun is Also a Star. We also discuss the controversial new trailer for the indie "comedy" Loqueesha, and at the end of the program, we review the Netflix Ted Bundy biopic Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile, starring Zac Efron.
08 - Pokemon: Detective Pikachu
May 17, 2019 08:51 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBOn this week's podcast, we review the first live-action Pokemon movie, "Pokemon: Detective Pikachu." We catch up with the movie news and for our Netflix Homework, at the end of the podcast, we review the 1976 Sci-Fi cult film "Logans Run." News stories covered in this episode: ‘Sonic’ Director Vows to Redesign Character Following Criticism ‘Hellraiser’ Being Rebooted By Spyglass With David S. Goyer Writing & Producing The First STAR WARS Film To Be Released After THE RISE OF SKYWALKER ...
07 - Avengers Endgame & Missing Link
May 10, 2019 04:29 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBOn this week's podcast, we review the epic conclusion to the last decade of Marvel movies, Avengers Endgame. We also discuss LAIKA's new stop-motion animated feature Missing Link. Before the reviews, we share our picks for who should play in the MCU's Fantastic Four now that Disney has merged with 20th Century Fox.