Movies in the Buff
249 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsHosted by Brett Bolton and John Dreher, Movies in the Buff is a podcast about two dudes who love movies. Every month we'll pick a theme and every week a movie within that theme. Oh yeah...and there's whiskey...
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The Nightmare Before Christmas
October 29, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBWhat's this? What's this!? It's The Nightmare Before Christmas! The guys take a trip to Halloweentown and Christmastown with the last movie of our Tim Burton month. The guys talk about the effect of this movie on both the industry and their childhoods. They talk about their favorite parts and the parts that fall a little short upon deeper consideration. And Brett discusses potatoes. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melan...
The Storyboard - A Beautiful Mind
October 25, 2018 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBWelcome to the Storyboard where the guys give you some industry news, give you a streaming option for the weekend and give you a preview of next week's full length show! This week the preview A Beautiful Mind. They also reveal November's Theme!! Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Cover Art by Melanie Brown You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies, or email us at [email protected]. If...
Big Fish
October 22, 2018 08:30 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBThe guys go off the deep end with Tim Burton's fantasy, Big Fish. The boys discuss the refinement of Burton and Elfman, the lost art of storytelling, and how this movie and story evokes a time gone by. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown If you like what you hear, please rate, review and subscribe!! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies, or email us at watch...
The Storyboard - Hot Fuzz
October 18, 2018 11:28 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWelcome to the Storyboard where the guys give you some industry news, give you a streaming option for the weekend and give you a preview of next week's full length show! This week the guys suggest Hot Fuzz for your weekend streaming! Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Cover Art by Melanie Brown If you like what you hear, please rate, review and subscribe!! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies, or email...
Edward Scissorhands
October 15, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBAs the Tim Burton journey continues, the guys get passionate with Edward Scissorhands. They explore the further refinement of Burton and Elfman, as well as how movies can affect people differently based on the various lenses we all view the world. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown If you like what you hear, please rate, review and subscribe! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff a...
The Storyboard - Baby Driver
October 11, 2018 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBWelcome to the Storyboard where the guys give you some industry news, give you a streaming option for the weekend and give you a preview of next week's full length show! This week the guys break down Baby Driver. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; End Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies. If you like what you hear, please rate, review and subscribe!!
Batman Returns (Double Feature Part Two)
October 08, 2018 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBThe guys return to Gotham for the second half of our Batman double feature. The guys continue their discussion of the refinement of both Tim Burton and Danny Elfman, as well as the portrayals of the iconic Catwomen and Penguin. They grapple with how to view movies that have several iterations especially with the current saturation of the market. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown You can find us on Facebook...
Batman (Double Feature Part One)
October 08, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBThe guys are back and answering the call with the first half of our Batman double feature. They delve into the lore of Batman, the refinement of Tim Burton and Danny Elfman, and the world of Gotham that Burton created with his 1989 Batman. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies. If you like what you hear, please rate, rev...
The Storyboard - The Departed
October 04, 2018 08:21 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBWelcome to our first edition of The Storyboard. The guys bring you some movie news, break down the reasons to watch The Departed, and give you a preview of next weeks episode! Enjoy! Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Check-in Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies or email us at [email protected]. If you like what you hear, please rate, review and subscribe!!
Beetlejuice
October 01, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBThe boys are back with the first movie of our Tim Burton month, Beetlejuice. The guys talk about Burton's distinctive style and how his upbringing shapes his artistic vision. They talk about the iconic performances in the movie and enjoy a new whiskey! Take it to the baby town, baby town, baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies. If you lik...
Season 2 Teaser
September 24, 2018 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.68 MBMovies in the Buff is back baby!! We preview all the amazing changes that are coming this season including new release days, new episodes and the first theme of the new season! Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover art by Melanie Brown
The Wrestler
June 27, 2018 09:37 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBJohn and Brett bring us home with the last episode of the season in The Wrestler. The guys deconstruct this visceral and heady portrait of sports, art and the pursuit of living a fulfilling and whole life. Thanks to all who have listened and supported us in our inaugural season....we'll send you a postcard from baby town.... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Brown If you like what you hear, please rate and review! You can find us on...
Happy Gilmore/Dodgeball
June 20, 2018 14:35 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBJohn and Brett get silly in our sports comedy double header of Happy Gilmore and Dodgeball. The guys talk the similarities and differences between the two movies and what, exactly, makes them funny. If you can dodge a wrench you can dodge a ball! Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand If you like what you hear, please rate and review!! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twi...
Moneyball
June 13, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBJohn and Brett get technical with Moneyball. One of Brett's all time favorites, the guys talk the nitty gritty of baseball and how one mathematician changed the way we look at sports forever. The guys talk the brilliance of Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, and director Bennett Miller which makes this the first baseball movie since Field of Dreams to be nominated for Best Picture. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand ...
Any Given Sunday
June 06, 2018 06:54 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBBrett and John return to sports with Any Given Sunday for the last month of the first season. The guys talk the gritty and visceral aspects of this quintessential football film. They discuss Oliver Stone, his distinctive style, and the impact of the many poignant themes that this movie brings up. Take it to the babytown... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand If you like what you hear, please rate and review! You can find us on...
The Princess Bride
May 30, 2018 10:42 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBIn this episode.....no there is to much, let me sum up...John and Brett become little kids again with Sydney's Mom's choice, The Princess Bride. It is INCONCEIVABLE if you do not love this one! As you wish.... Take it to the baby town. Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand If you like what you hear, please rate and review! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies
The Big Chill
May 23, 2018 09:52 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBJohn and Brett take a trip down memory lane with The Big Chill, chosen by Brett's Mom. The guys talk acting techniques of this great ensemble film, what makes it so affecting and the killer soundtrack. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand. If you like what you hear, please rate and review! It helps so much. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies. Or email us at...
Deep Impact
May 16, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBJohn and Brett avoid disaster with TJ's Mom's pick of Deep Impact. The guys discuss the worst case scenarios, the truths and fallacies and the wonderful 90's tech. Brett helps us with the science of the event, while John focuses on the emotional ramifications. Take it to the baby town... Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand. If you like what you here, rate and review! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twi...
Strictly Ballroom
May 09, 2018 09:55 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBBrett and John get their groove on with Strictly Ballroom. With Sabrina's Mom's choice, the guys discuss the burgeoning of the great Baz Luhrmann, and how this outlandish film still touched them. Take it to the Baby Town! Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand If you like what you hear, please rate and review! You have no Idea how much it helps! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movies in the Buff and Twitter @BuffMovies.
Gone With the Wind
May 02, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBJohn and Brett kick off the month of Movies Our Mothers Love with John's Mom's favorite, Gone With the Wind. The guys hunker down for the four hour epic that leaves them conflicted. They talk the problematic racial themes in this movie and grapple with how this fits in a 2018 paradigm. They discuss the impact of this movie and how it changed film forever. Take it to the baby town! Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand. You can find u...
Remember the Titans
April 25, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBJohn and Brett close the first half of our Sports theme with Remember the Titans. They guys talk about the differences between the actual events and the movie, they talk race relations and the impact that sports can have on both an individual and a community. Hosted by John Dreher and Brett Bolton; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand If you like what you hear, please rate and review! You have no idea how much it helps! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at Movi...
A League of Their Own
April 18, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBJohn and Brett keep from crying in A League of Their Own. The guys talk baseball, the power sports can have, and why this movie became a classic that will endure throughout the generations. Let us know what you think on Facebook and Instagram @MoviesintheBuff and Twitter @BuffMovies. And if you like what you hear, rate and review! Hosted by Brett Bolton and John Dreher; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand
Chariots of Fire
April 11, 2018 14:04 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBJohn and Brett talk the epic music and British nationalism in Chariots of Fire. This movie was not what they expected it to be, so they wrestle with what makes this an iconic film and how they could have been more affected. Hosted by Brett Bolton and John Dreher; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand If you like what you hear, please rate and review! You have no idea how much it helps! You can find Movies in the Buff on Facebook and Instagram @Movies in the Buff and Twitter @B...
Field of Dreams/Bull Durham
April 04, 2018 12:41 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBBrett Bolton joins the Movies in the Buff team as we kick off our new theme of Sports!! with an opening day double-header of Field of Dreams and Bull Durham. The guys have a new whiskey for the month as we get to know Brett through his whiskey tastes. They talk the love of baseball, movies, and of course Kevin Costner. And they touch upon the importance of baseball and the feeling it invokes of classic Americana........................if you build it he will come....................... ...
Movies in the Buff - Spirited Away
March 28, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBActor, Writer and Improvisor Josh Tobin goes in the Buff to close out our March theme with Miyazaki's Spirited Away. John and Josh get deep with how this movie affected them. They talk the Japanese religious and cultural traditions that inspired this movie and take a trip down memory lane, exploring friendship and their own spiritual journey. You can follow Josh at www.joshtobin.com and frequently at Upright Citizens Brigade Hell's Kitchen! Let us know what you think on Facebook an...
Movies in the Buff - Frida
March 21, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBOur own Anabell Martinez joins us this week with her choice, Frida. John and Annie talk cultural norms, the power of art in society and the real life of activist and artist Frida Kahlo. We push the limits and find Annie's breaking point....armpit hair.... Let us know what you think on Facebook and Instagram @MoviesintheBuff and Twitter @BuffMovies. And if you like what you hear, rate and review! Hosted by Anabell Martinez and John Dreher; Music by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Dur...
Movies in the Buff - Closer
March 14, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBNovelist Janet Griffin goes in the Buff with Closer. John and Janet get real when they discuss how the movie presents the complexities of sex and relationships, and how they relate in their own lives. John helps elucidate the characters by letting us know how they end up, according the play that the movie was based on. Check out her website www.iambookminded.com; and follow her on Facebook and Twitter @bookmindedmag. Let us know what you think on Facebook and Instagram @MoviesintheBuff ...
Movies in the Buff - Stand By Me
March 07, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBComedian John O'Connor goes in the Buff with Stand By Me. The two Johns relive their childhood and discuss superheroes, girls and what it's like to be a boy now versus when the movie takes place. Oh yeah...and WHAT THE HECK IS GOOFY!?! Follow John O'Connor @NotJohnConnor, watch his documentary "Be A Man" on Hulu, and be on the lookout for his own podcast, "The Bit Reel" coming soon! Let us know what you think on Facebook and Instagram @MoviesintheBuff and Twitter @BuffMovies. If you lik...
Movies in the Buff - Mad Max
February 14, 2018 14:56 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBThe guys get MAD talking about Mad Max! TJ thinks this is the greatest action film EVER. John agree's and see's the deeper meaning within the film - beyond the incredible action. Time to get MAD! Acting by John, Music by TJ, Cover Art by Melanie Durand.
Movies In The Buff - Atomic Blonde
February 04, 2018 23:10 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBThe guys are BACK after being MIA for a few weeks! What happened!?! TJ explains in our special edition intro. This week, the guys discuss "ATOMIC BLONDE" (Blonde ROAST style)! TJ isn't the biggest fan, but does appreciate the film very much, John loves it and enjoys every moment of it. Listen to the guys go "ATOMIC" over their views. Acting by John, Music by TJ, Cover Art by Melanie Durand.
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #10
January 16, 2018 02:25 - 2 minutes - 2 MBAnabell, the amazing, nah, most talented, nah, greatest curator of all time!, gives you your weekly update, while discussing her thoughts on the upcoming film, Monster.
Movies in the Buff - Mighty Joe Young
January 11, 2018 00:08 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBHappy New Year (2018)! This month the guys are back with a new theme...selections from the filmography of Charlize Theron! In the first episode of the new theme, John and TJ discuss "Mighty Joe Young"! The film brings out child hood nostalgia for John, and the score moves TJ in which he discovers a new track (Dedication and Windsong) that he can NOT stop listening to. Hosted by John Dreher and TJ Kross; Music composed by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand.
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #9
January 06, 2018 22:37 - 1 minute - 1.23 MBAnabell, our INCREDIBLE Movies in the Buff curator gives you the lowdown on our next theme!
Movies in the Buff - The Grudge
December 22, 2017 19:30 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBThe guys wrap up horror month with "The Grudge". They discuss the Japanese horror genre and its influences on American horror. They talk about cultural differences and how that affects what scares us and debrief on a thrilling month of....HORROR!!!!! Hosted by John Dreher and TJ Kross; Music composed by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand.
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #8
December 19, 2017 00:47 - 1 minute - 1.07 MBAnabell, our AMAZING Movies in the Buff curator gives you the lowdown on the final HORROR episode! She updates you on our holiday break, and is so relieved to not have to discuss HORROR!!! [Anymore.]
Movies In The Buff - The Exorcism of Emily Rose
December 13, 2017 13:07 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBJohn and TJ delve deep into The Exorcism of Emily Rose. The guys discuss the real exorcism and trial of Anneliese Michel of whom the movie was based on. They examine religion and exorcisms in the modern day. John does his best to freak out TJ by playing a clip of a real exorcism. Hosted by John Dreher and TJ Kross; Music composed by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Melanie Durand.
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #7
December 11, 2017 03:10 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBAnabell, our AMAZING Movies in the Buff curator gives you the lowdown on the next film the guys are going to discuss. She discusses the fear the guys felt listening to the REAL exorcism of Emily Rose (Anneliese Michel), while also continuing her take on her fear of HORROR!
Movies in the Buff - The Shining
December 06, 2017 06:09 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBAll work and no play makes John and TJ dull boys in The Shining. The guys go head to head and discuss if this movie is scary or slow and dull and why they feel the way they do. Kubrick’s divisive film was panned by Steven King himself, yet loved by millions. Come and play with us...forever and ever...Hosted by John Dreher and TJ Kross; Music composed by TJ Kross; Cover Art by Mélanie Durand.
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #6
December 05, 2017 04:27 - 1 minute - 1.3 MBAnabell, our AMAZING Movies in the Buff curator gives you the lowdown on the next film the guys are going to discuss. She continues her fear of "HORROR", yet she bravely listened to last week's podcast and discusses a few highlights.
Movies in the Buff - The Conjuring
November 29, 2017 04:30 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBThe guys are back with this month's theme, HORROR! They freak out (and hide under the sheets) while discussing the (terrifying) 2013 film, "The Conjuring". They discuss the amazing cinematography, perfect chemistry between cast members, and how a film takes old ideas and presents them in unique and interesting ways. They also share a few personal ghost stories of their own...HORROR!
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #5
November 24, 2017 20:15 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBAnabell, our AMAZING Movies in the Buff curator gives you the lowdown on next month's theme! She talks about how she felt about "HER", along with the rundown on the next four movies we will be discussing.
Movies in the Buff - Her
November 22, 2017 05:30 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBIn this week's episode, the guys talk about the incredible film, Her. John and TJ connect the film to their own lives and experiences, while discussing how the "best film in the last 20 odd years" pulls it all together. Relationships aren't just about physical manifestations of form, but the intellectual connection one can create when lacking a physical presence. "Her" is a movie to see, experience and love. *all acting done by John, all music done by TJ.
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #4
November 22, 2017 02:50 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBAnabell remarks on last week's episode and discusses the season of romance in general. She also gives you her thoughts and also expresses her undying love for Jim Braddock. Finally, she gives you a sneak peek of the next episode, HER!
Movies in the Buff - Cinderella Man
November 15, 2017 05:30 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBIn our "3rd round", John and TJ step into the ring to discuss the 2005 sports - romance/drama, Cinderella Man! They discuss the times, how it directly relates to today, as well as what it means to be a man then and now. The guys discuss how this "sports" film can be viewed as a romance about being a man, fighting against all odds, in the hopes of supporting his family and friends who surround him.
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #3
November 14, 2017 01:13 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBAnabell remarks on last week's episode and asks our audience a few questions, while also giving you a sneak peek into this upcoming week's episode (Cinderella Man)!
Movies in the Buff - Don Jon
November 08, 2017 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBIn our second scintillating episode, John and TJ get down and dirty discussing the 2013 film Don Jon. They take a trip to Jersey and explore how their individual backgrounds as children affect them today. They also touch on the problems with a society that thrives on exploiting sex and how that affects expectations in relationships. How does porn addiction affect men? How about women? And how can couples in today's society have a fulfilling relationship?
Movies in the Buff - Anabell Update #2
November 06, 2017 04:18 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBAnabell remarks on last week's episode (Serendipity) and asks our audience a few questions, while also giving you a sneak peek into this upcoming week's episode!
Movies in the Buff - Serendipity
November 01, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBIn this action packed, drama filled, romance induced episode, the guys discuss the fantasy vs reality of the 2001 film, Serendipity. They discuss how they feel about "cheating", and how that impacts the love story. They also touch on the nostalgia of a pre 9/11 NYC vs post 9/11 and the loss of a false innocence of a city that may never truly be able to regain the "Serendipity" that the film portrays.
Movies in the Buff - November Teaser!
October 28, 2017 21:31 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBAnabell, our Movies in the Buff curator updates you on November's theme, along with a clip from next week's pilot episode!