MOVIEALITY
42 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago -Join filmmakers Neal E. Fischer & Mark P. Smith as they break down your favorite niche movie subjects and interview industry vets and movie fans alike! Sister podcast of TRIVIALITY.
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43 - MINISODE - DEADPOOL 2 + BILL GOLD + ANNE V. COATES
May 25, 2018 05:01 - 33 minutes - 31 MBMark and Neal come to you sans guest this week as they discuss DEADPOOL 2, the passing of two film legends, editor Anne V. Coates, and artist Bill Gold, and decide on a topic for next week's full-length episode. Check out our sister podcast TRIVIALITY - www.Triviality.podbean.com ----more---- MOVIEALITY is presented by Radar Studios and is hosted by Director Neal E. Fischer and Editor Mark P. Smith. Recorded in Chicago, IL. Twitter/Facebook/Instagram: @MoviealityPod E-Mail: movieali...
42 - REVENGE MOVIES - WITH KEN PENDOLA
May 18, 2018 14:33 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBMark and Neal are joined by their friend Ken Pendola of the TRIVIALITY podcast. It's been a long time coming, but the episode about Revenge Movies is finally here! Ken talks about why this is one of his favorite genres, and dives deep into the "Korean Corner" discussing some of the best films that Mark might not watch due to subtitles. Neal poses a question to the group he read on Twitter, a side tangent on Ska happens, Neal talks about Josh Hartnett's political aspirations and the boys deci...
41 - MINISODE - VEALCHOP
May 11, 2018 05:01 - 1 hour - 73 MBMark and Neal celebrate FRIDAY THE 13TH by talking about some of their favorite kills from the franchise off the top of their head. Joining them to answer the MOVIEALITY QUESTIONNAIRE is an old friend of Mark, and one of our biggest supporters, VEALCHOP. He never hesitates to let us know when we're full of it, and we love him for it. Discussions range from High School anecdotes, the proper ways of popcorn consumption, and a tangent about what Mark calls the "Greatest Action Movie Of All Time...
40 - MARVEL CINEMATIC UNIVERSE
May 04, 2018 05:01 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBMark and Neal condense ten years of moviemaking into one episode to discuss the lasting impact of the MCU: Marvel Cinematic Universe. Immediately following the record breaking/setting domestic box office earnings of $250 Million opening weekend, the guys take a look at how the universe started, what makes the movies so great, and some of their favorite and least favorite entries. Neal offends Mark with his assessment of a famous sequel, and Mark admits to writing fan fiction for CGI Thanos. ...
39 - MINISODE - CHRISTOPHER MCCLELLAN
April 27, 2018 05:01 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBMark and Neal regret not mentioning Vanilla Ice in their last episode, gush a bit about BOOGIE NIGHTS and William H. Macy's understated performance. Neal speaks about seeing a new movie and the guys welcome actor Christopher McClellan into the studio for an interview and to take the Movieality Questionnaire. Chris tells us about his upbringing in "The D", his time working with Radar Studios, and his biggest acting inspiration who in turn has inspired our movie pairings this week. Christ...
38 - MUSICIANS TURNED ACTORS
April 20, 2018 05:01 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBMark and Neal breakdown their favorite musicians turned actors in this week's episode. Mark gushes about his favorite rapper turned actor (spoiler alert) it's not Marky Mark; Neal gushes about two of his favorites, one old and one new; the boys struggle a bit with their attempts at impressions but making an appearence is Tony Bennett, David Bowie, and a few unrecognizable voices. Enjoy their back-and-forth on what makes a great musician turned actor. Check out their sister podcast TRIVIALIT...
37 - MINISODE - BUCK LePARD
April 13, 2018 05:01 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBMark and Neal take time during this minisode to talk about their experience seeing READY PLAYER ONE together on opening night. During the discussion they gush about how Steven Spielberg is able to pull off films that not many other filmmakers could, especially his infamous 1993. This leads to two weekly pairings dedicated to when The Beard made two films of varying tones released in the same year. Our very special guest is Buck LePard, Senior Operations Manager of the beautiful Music Box Th...
36 - BODY SWAP MOVIES
April 06, 2018 05:01 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBFor their first full discussion after the rebranding, Mark and Neal return from their own body swap to discuss a genre of movies that seemed to really flourish in the 1980's. Familiar tropes are discussed, Mark talks about what it was like living as Neal for a day and how he can't get into Anime, while Neal educates Mark on what the kids are doing these days. Also up for discussion is their admiration for Jason Bateman while seriously considering sending an e-mail to Corey Feldman. Make sure...
35 - MINISODE - TRIVIALITY BOYS
March 30, 2018 17:00 - 59 minutes - 55 MBMark and Neal unveil their first minisode of the MOVIEALITY era by having Jeff, Matt, and a sneaky Ken from their sister podcast TRIVIALITY make an appearance and answer the illustrious "Movieality Questionnaire", a James Lipton-esque movie personality quiz that all guests will now answer. Neal tells everyone to check out a trailer featuring what looks like a former movie star back from the dead, and Mark gushes over one of his favorite movies from 2017. Next week's episode topic is revealed...
34 - BEST MODERN BLACK & WHITE MOVIES
March 22, 2018 20:50 - 1 hour - 79 MBFor their FINAL EPISODE under the banner, "Best Of The Best", Neal and Mark take a listener submitted topic from Facebook and break down the best modern black and white movies. From Peter Bogdanovich references on How I Met Your Mother, to a vampire Christopher Walken, all the way back to a bloody DeNiro taking chocolate sauce laced punches to the face, this episode is the bridge to our new podcast name... MOVIEALITY! -- Your feed should automatically update to the new name, logo, and conte...
33 - SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
March 15, 2018 22:29 - 16 minutes - 15 MBMark and Neal take a few minutes to talk about a special announcement regarding the podcast. Spoiler Alert, we're changing our name! We wanted to be easily searchable on all podcast platforms and BEST OF THE BEST just wasn't cutting it. We think you'll enjoy our new name, and sister podcast that we're joining forces with. Think of Ocean's 11 with the cool music, Vegas backdrop, Brad Pitt eating all the time... and add two podcasts, one about movies and one about trivia. STAY TUNED for furth...
32 - BEST OSCAR SNUB MOVIES
March 12, 2018 20:20 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBMark and Neal are joined by a very special guest on today's episode, immediately following the 2018 Academy Awards. They welcome Brent Kado, a filmmaker, and Co-Director of the Chicago Comedy Film Festival and the Chicago Independent Film & TV Festival. They discuss movies that were snubbed for BEST PICTURE throughout history, as well as movies that SHOULD have been nominated for the big award. Are the ceremonies still relevant today? What two films should the Academy swipe left on and forge...
31 - BEST ORGANIZED CRIME MOVIES
March 06, 2018 01:40 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBMark and Neal are joined by Scott Fleming as they discuss the Best Organized Crime Movies and decide internally if they are in fact, made men. Scott brings along a strange book on Russian tattoos and tells tales of his own organized crime connections, Neal goes on a tangent for his love of the Yakuza, and Mark declares his outright favorite Organized Crime movie from the get-go and deals with pushback on one of his picks. The hosts also ask for help from their listeners in a bid to rebrand. ...
30 - BEST FOOTBALL MOVIES
February 02, 2018 20:36 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBJust in time for Super Bowl 52, Mark and Neal strap on their football pads to discuss the Best Football Movies. From the straight comedic goofball movies, to the more historic and tear jerking movies, they try and talk about as much as they can, and even forget a few that just pop up at the end. Man, Hollywood loves Football. Mark talks about what movie makes him tear up, and Neal stands up for a period of time and feels like a stand up. The guys are energized about 2018 and looking forward ...
29 - BEST SNL MOVIES
January 26, 2018 22:20 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBMark and Neal are back with a discussion on the best SNL movies. There aren't many to choose from as their criteria for the episode were actual SNL produced feature films, and not off-shoots, or films containing cast members. Mark talks about his favorite cast and skits, and Neal shares an embarrassing Halloween story involving one of the feature film duos. Time to pour a glass of Courvoisier and stick your hands under your armpits and smell them! #BOTB This episode of BEST OF THE BEST is br...
28 - HAPPY HOLIDAYS
December 11, 2017 21:49 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBMark and Neal return after a short hiatus to update listeners about what they've been up to! Spoiler alert: Mark is now a homeowner, and Neal is an award-winner. They talk about holiday traditions, and their favorite Christmas movies. What was going to be just an update, and some pleasantries turns into a full episode since the guys wanted back on the saddle. As they figure out how to move forward to make the show more accessible, please let them know you want them to continue on all social ...
27 - BEST HALLOWEEN MOVIES
October 27, 2017 20:45 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBMark and Neal break down the best HALLOWEEN movies not including Haddonfield's prodigal son Michael Myers. This may include a few family oriented films, some of Mark and Neal's favorite 90's movies, and a discussion about past costumes that they rocked. Hit us up on social media and let us know what you think! #BOTB This episode of BEST OF THE BEST is brought to you by TRIVIALITY, the trivia podcast where a lack of seriousness meets a little bit of knowledge. www.TrivialityPodcast.com ------...
26 - BEST CLASSIC MOVIE MONSTERS
October 20, 2017 05:02 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBMark and Neal take one of their favorite Halloween movies and reimagine it in a game of "What if?" Fred Dekker's "The Monster Squad" follows a group of rag tag friends who fight versions of the classic Universal monsters Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, Gill-Man, The Mummy, and The Wolfman. The guys decide to take each individual monster, and go through their favorite cinematic incarnations and put together their ultimate team of antagonists. Though you may disagree with their final choices,...
25 - BEST BACKWOODS HORROR MOVIES
October 12, 2017 17:08 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBMark and Neal filled up their old Jeep Grand Wagoneer with wood paneling and headed out for what they thought was a fun road trip. Broken down mere hours later, they find themselves in the backwoods of the United States. From the wilderness of Georgia, to the radioactive desert of Nevada, back to the charming and cannibalistic far suburbs of Texas. This episode is about those films where the protagonists underestimate the locals and bad things happen. Neal tells a haunting story from his pas...
24 - BEST GHOST MOVIES
October 06, 2017 17:47 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBWhat was that noise? Don't worry, it wasn't an apparition, it was Mark and Neal returning for a new episode. It's October and the guys wanted to start the month off right with an episode on the best ghost movies. Neal drops some more Spielberg knowledge about an oft-debated film, and Mark discusses his routine while watching scary movies. Ghost movies from all different countries and cultures are discussed, with one young Director leading the pack for the standard in ghost movies. It feels g...
23 - BEST REMAKE MOVIES
September 13, 2017 19:35 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBWhat makes a good remake? Mark and Neal sift through as many famous remakes as they can to find the Best Of The Best. Neal brings up famous films that you might not have known were remakes, and Mark finds a new found appreciation for two films as he has gotten older. If they follow Hollywood's model, look for a bigger and better version of this episode with younger, more popular hosts in about 2-3 years. #BOTB To hear Neal's story about Tom Cruise, check out EPISODE 12 "Making You Have Fun W...
22 - BEST STEVEN SODERBERGH MOVIES
September 06, 2017 09:55 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBNeal and Mark finish out their first foray into the "Director Series" by discussing the work of Steven Soderbergh. Writer/Director/Editor/Cinematographer, he can do it all and his style is evident in every frame of one of his movies. From his early days with "sex, lies, and videotape" winning the prestigious Palme D'or to the gyrating artistic merit of Magic Mike, Soderbergh has lasting power in Hollywood and he doesn't show signs of stopping (minus a few mini-retirements). He embeds all of ...
21 - BEST DAVID FINCHER MOVIES
August 30, 2017 09:16 - 1 hour - 101 MBMark and Neal devote an extra long episode to David Fincher as part of their modern era Director series part two. Sometimes compared to Hitchcock for his meticulous style, Fincher is at the forefront of digital filmmaking and integration of seamless VFX. All ten of his films are discussed in detail, along with his approach to directing. This was one of Mark and Neal's favorite episodes to record, and due to unfortunate technical difficulties, Neal's microphone cuts out at 7 minutes, leaving ...
20 - THANK YOU
August 23, 2017 07:24 - 8 minutes - 7.91 MBMark and Neal take a break from the normal format to say two simple words... THANK YOU. They discuss what next week's topic will be, and create a rallying cry to all listeners to help spread the word about BEST OF THE BEST. Make sure to follow the show on all social media and if you enjoy the show, just tell a random person! #BOTB Check out TRIVIALITY a new trivia podcast co-hosted by Best Of The Best's own, Neal. On your favorite podcast app now. This episode brought to you by: YouTube.com/...
19 - BEST PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON MOVIES
August 16, 2017 08:57 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBThis week Mark and Neal start what they are calling a "Director Series" regardless of the fact that they've done one already (John Carpenter). This episode focuses on one of their favorites, PTA a.k.a. Paul Thomas Anderson. A filmmaker who draws inspiration from Scorsese, Spielberg, Altman, and many others, he is known for excellent performances, inventive camera movements and interweaving storylines. Plus it doesn't hurt that one of his films is Mark's favorite of all time. Which one will i...
18 - BEST ONE LOCATION MOVIES
August 02, 2017 08:19 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBIt's time for Mark and Neal to find out what they're really made of, as Radar Studios locks them in their studio with no food, and limited water for the duration of this episode. We are talking about one location movies. Those movies where the suspense and terror don't come from the outside, but from those locked within. There were too many good movies to choose from, but Mark and Neal tried their best to make a good list. #BOTB Check out TRIVIALITY a new trivia podcast co-hosted by Best Of ...
17 - DIRECTOR DAVID F. SANDBERG INTERVIEW
July 26, 2017 19:31 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBMark and Neal welcome a very special guest on the show this week, Director David F. Sandberg. He's one of the hottest directors in Hollywood with such films as Lights Out, the soon to be released Annabelle: Creation(August 11, 2017) and the just announced Shazam! film for the DC Universe. You also may know him from his award-winning short films and instructional videos on his YouTube and Vimeo pages. David talks about his upbringing in Sweden and how the film industry differs from the United...
16 - BEST SEQUEL MOVIES
July 19, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBWill there ever be a sequel that surpasses the original? Mark and Neal expand their universe and delve into that topic in today's episode that comes to a surprising conclusion. Neal explains the Fast & The Furious theory he shares with his brother, Mark scoffs at a controversial opinion about a beloved Star Wars character, and an iconic Director may make the list twice! Join the conversation on social media and tell us your favorite sequels! #BOTB This episode brought to you by: YouTube.com/...
15 - BEST 90'S DISNEY LIVE ACTION MOVIES
July 12, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBMark and Neal embark on a trip down memory lane to an oft forgotten era of creative filmmaking... The 90's? They are joined by special guest Emma Stone! Actually, it's editor extraordinaire Mallory and her lost voice channeling the recent Oscar winner. She brought the show idea to the guys after seeing the expansive list of cinema classics that Disney put out in between the golden age of animation. From art deco superheroes to witches and jolly ol' tool men. Plus, we uncover the truth behind...
14 - BEST TIME TRAVEL MOVIES
July 05, 2017 19:28 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBMark and Neal hop into their DeLorean and punch it to 88mph to deliver you this episode about one of their favorite genres, TIME TRAVEL MOVIES. They try and discuss as many of the films as they can, from underrated and underseen foreign films and oldies, to classic films of the genre. If you don't think they are dedicated, just ask residents of Los Angeles, who recently saw Mark and Neal appear naked in an orb of energy demanding clothes. Did that happen now, or back in 1991? What year is it...
13 - BEST SUMMER MOVIES
June 27, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 86 MBThe weather is warmer, and the movies are bigger. You know what that means... Sun's out, Guns out. Mark and Neal enjoy the recent arrival of hot weather by breaking down the best summer movies. It all starts with their earliest summer movie going memories. Neal goes on a side tangent about Japanese filmmakers, and who he considers the French Buster Keaton/Harold Lloyd. Mark discusses the important contributions of Verna Fields in what would become the first "summer blockbuster." Grab a cold ...
12 - DP BRANDON COX INTERVIEW
June 21, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBStudying from the greats, Brandon Cox is on the fast track to becoming a household name himself. A talented Director of Photography, Brandon has had the privilege to lens such talent as Robert DeNiro, Bruce Willis, and Nicolas Cage to name a few. Not only do we hear the stories behind those experiences, but Brandon takes us back to his humble beginnings, his love of Spielberg and DP Janusz Kaminski, and his current relationship with Director Steven C. Miller who he has collaborated with most...
11 - BEST CHICAGO MOVIES
June 14, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 88 MBWhen you think of Chicago, what movies come to mind? Mark and Neal finally get a chance to sit down and talk about the city they love and work in, Chicago, home of Radar Studios. Highlights include more questionable impressions, Mark and Neal's memorable crush, and the writer/director deemed the Woody Allen of Chicago. No samples of Provasic were switched in the making of this episode. #BOTB This episode brought to you by: YouTube.com/WhoKilledHeather ----------------------------------------...
10 - ACTRESS LIN SHAYE INTERVIEW
June 05, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBIn today's episode, Mark and Neal have the pleasure to chat with actress Lin Shaye. She's often been the most memorable part of the scenes or movies she's performed in. With a rich history is acting training from the likes of Lee Strasberg and Stella Adler, to her memorable performances in the Farrelly Brothers films, "Dumb and Dumber" "Kingpin" and "There's Something About Mary", and recent transition into being the star of the "Insidious" franchise, she proves that hard work pays off. We l...
09 - BEST 1994 MOVIES
May 30, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBWho would have thought that 1994 was one of the best years in movies? Sparked from a random google search, Mark and Neal discuss how this was Jim Carrey's best year, why Zihuatanejo makes them tear up, and learning that Tupac and razor blades make for a menacing combo. #BOTB This episode brought to you by: YouTube.com/WhoKilledHeather ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Best Of The Best is presented by Radar Studios and is hosted by Director Ne...
08 - BEST BUDDY COP MOVIES
May 24, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBOne lucky filmmaker is crowned "The Eazy-E of Buddy Cop Films" and another is vindicated by Mark for previous crimes. Neal learns the actual definition for a "Buddy Cop Film" and surprisingly no one does an impression of Eddie Murphy's laugh. Regardless of the final outcome, whether obvious or not, Mark and Neal agree that they desperately need to see Kurosawa's "Stray Dog." #BOTB This episode brought to you by: YouTube.com/WhoKilledHeather ---------------------------------------------------...
07 - ACTOR MARSHALL R. TEAGUE INTERVIEW
May 16, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBActor Marshall R. Teague (Road House, Armageddon, The Rock, Walker, Texas Ranger) joins Mark and Neal to talk about his long career. Neal can hardly contain himself as Marshall is one of his favorite parts of the classic film, Road House. Marshall starts from the beginning; his time in the military/law enforcement, cruising to LA listening to Bob Seger, a chance encounter with an eye for talent, and what would become an impressive filmography with some of the most famous films and tv shows a...
06 - BEST RAZZIE AWARD MOVIES
May 16, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBIn 1980, The Golden Raspberry Awards or “Razzie Awards” were created to celebrate the absolute worst in film. Mark and Neal have said before that all films should be celebrated, small or large, leading them to pick their Top 5 Best Razzie Award nominees for Worst Picture throughout its 27 year history. Neal finally gets a chance to geek out about one of his favorite movies (not the last time), Mark continues his campaign for more Michael Bay respect, and a surprising film from the awards’ fi...
05 - ACTRESS DIANE FRANKLIN INTERVIEW
May 09, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBActress Diane Franklin (Better Of Dead, The Last American Virgin, Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure) joins Mark and Neal to talk about her long career. Topics include starting a revolution with a hairstyle, her experience on The Last American Virgin and stories from other films, and how she's transitioned into not just acting, but being a teacher, and supportive Mother to her filmmaker daughter while still be the same babe she was in the 80's! She's also an accomplished author, and you need t...
04 - BEST SEX COMEDIES
May 09, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBIs it possible a classic sex comedy contains the greatest on-screen nudity of all time AND has 4 future Oscar winners? Mark and Neal try to spread out the love over several decades to award their Top 5, but are quick to point out that 1980's is king. A simpler time where the jeans were tight, and the morals were loose. No protection required for this episode. #BOTB This episode brought to you by: YouTube.com/WhoKilledHeather -------------------------------------------------------------------...
03 - BEST JOHN CARPENTER MOVIES
May 02, 2017 05:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBNeal and Mark try to be subtle about their man-boner for Kurt Russell, discuss what it means to be an anti-hero and why American audiences love them so much, and debate whether a ticket to see John Carpenter perform his scores live is worth it. Could 1988 be John Carpenter's last good year? No little girls trying to buy ice cream were harmed in the making of this episode. #BOTB **DISCLAIMER** We recorded this as our first episode and during all the excitement, Neal forgot to correctly level ...
01 - BEST TOY MOVIES
April 26, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBThis week, the subject is live action Toy Movies. Is a board game classified as a toy? How is it possible Mark hasn't heard of "Trilogy Of Terror"? What does Jean-Claude Van Damme sound like when he's screaming, "No!"? All these questions will be answered during the premiere episode of Best Of The Best podcast. Join us each week as Mark and Neal pick specific movie categories and whittle them down into a Top 5 list, like James Earl Jones decreed. Plus, industry interviews! #BOTB This episode...