Silver Screen Cynics
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsWe are the Silver Screen Cynics! We love film and television and discussing them both. Over the years we have becomes somewhat cynical in our approach to critiquing film. Sometimes poo-pooing on a film or director can be quite fun! This also means that when we find something that we enjoy, we get very excited to discuss it! That can be rare though.
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Episodes
Dune Part 2
March 06, 2024 03:05 - 1 hour - 115 MBIt's here!! Jared and Michael discuss all things Dune in this special review episode. Stop what you're doing and go see it in Imax now! Seriously...stop cooking dinner and just go to Imax now. Thanks.
Donnie Darko
February 19, 2024 02:43 - 1 hour - 102 MBIn this episode of our Cult Classic Series, Jared and Michael try to figure out what on earth is happening in Donnie Darko. Having not seen the film in 20 years, have our opinions changed about thre film? Listen in to find out!
Army of Darkness
February 02, 2024 00:40 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MBWell hello, Mr. Fancypants! Join Jared and Michael as they discuss Bruce Campbell vs the Army of Darkness! Or just Army of Darkness. Don't be a primitive screwhead and listen now!
Golden Globes 2024
January 14, 2024 01:31 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBKnock knock, who's there? You. You, who? Yoo-hoo! Is there anyone home at Jo Koy's joke writing department?? This is already funnier than his jokes. It was bad. Listen to Jared and Michael discuss the highs and many lows of this years Golden Globe Awards.
The Lost Boys
December 23, 2023 19:37 - 1 hour - 100 MBThou shall not faaaaaaaaaaaaaall! I still belieeeeeve! That's right! It's The Lost Boys! As part of our cult classics season, we dive into this wonderful 80s gem. Grab your dirtbike, your wooden stake, and your saxophone as you join Jared and Michael on this nostalgic journey.
Highlander
December 04, 2023 01:35 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBWelcome to the new season of Silver Screen Cynics! This season we will be discussing all things Cult Classics! We start the season off strong with Highlander. There can be only one!
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3
May 13, 2023 13:44 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week Jared and Michael discuss the newest Marvel film, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. After much Disney drama with James Gunn, and lots of time, how did this new entry fare? Listen in!
Ranking the Nerdiest IPs
May 13, 2023 13:18 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MBWhat shows or movies are considered the nerdiest? Michael and Jared have a list and have ranked them!
The Mandalorian Season 3
May 13, 2023 13:14 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBThis week, Michael and Jared discuss The Mandalorian's third season. Was it a resounding success? A total flop? Or a mixed bag of weird decisions? Listen in to find out!
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
April 28, 2023 01:33 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBLets-a go! Listen to our review of The Super Mario Bros. Movie! Wahoo!
Knock at the Cabin
April 14, 2023 02:10 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBKnock knock Who's there? Knock knock knock WHO'S THERE?? LET US IN OR THE WORLD WILL END BECAUSE M NIGHT SHYAMALAN SUCKS SO HARD. We reviewed Knock at the Cabin.
M3GAN
March 31, 2023 02:33 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBThis week, Michael and Jared review Child's Pl...M3GAN. Does the Director's Cut of the film add anything to the experience, or is it just a really soft R experience? Listen to our review now!
Best Picture Favorites 2023
February 19, 2023 05:01 - 1 hour - 107 MBWe are back! It's Oscar season, so Jared and Mike discuss the 2023 Best Picture nominees. Who do you want to win the big prize this year?
Thor: Love and Thunder
July 16, 2022 02:41 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBThis is the story of two men. They were ordinary youths with a passion for film. As they grew older they realized their passion would form an eternal bond to each other. They eventually grew old and went from grad bod to dad bod and reviewed Thor: Love and Thunder. Ok enough of that nonsense. Find out what we thought of the self-proclaimed "super gay" Thor movie.
The Northman
June 13, 2022 01:32 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBJourney with Jared and Michael to Valhöll on this week's episode as we discuss The Northman.
Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness
May 19, 2022 01:00 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MBThis week Jared and Michael discuss Marvel's latest entry. How is Marvel's Phase 4 shaping up? Listen in and find out what we think!
Upcoming Movies 2021 *LOST EPISODE*
May 16, 2022 00:45 - 1 hour - 142 MBIn this lost episode, Michael and Jared discuss everything they are looking forward to in the second half of 2021 and beyond.
Army of the Dead *LOST EPISODE*
May 16, 2022 00:38 - 1 hour - 142 MBIn this lost episode, Jared and Michael discuss Zach Snyder's Army of the Dead. The episode was lost for a year, and finally recovered! SO if the references are dated, that is why. Now you get to hear us talk about more Zach Snyder stuff...which we never do...Oh yeah, M. Night SUCKS.
Small Screen Cynics
May 16, 2022 00:15 - 1 hour - 127 MBThis week Jared and Michael take a break from movies to discuss all of their favorite television shows currently running.
CODA (Oscars Special)
April 08, 2022 01:38 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBDId CODA deserve Best Picture? Find out on this week's episode, along with our discussion on this year's Oscars ceremony.
Nightmare Alley
March 23, 2022 23:29 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBAs The Oscars approach we are digging into Nightmare Alley to see if it is worth your time. Does Guillermo del Toro still have it? Come listen and find out!
The Batman
March 11, 2022 01:53 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBWhat happens to a bat when it's struck by lightning? The same thing that happens to everything else. BAM! POW! BIFF! Michael and Jared discuss all things The Batman in this spoilery review.
Mortal Kombat
May 08, 2021 02:50 - 1 hour - 132 MBMOOOORTAL KOMBAAAAAT! Test your might on this krazy episode featuring all things Mortal Kombat. Jared and Mike are joined by Doug Vance to discuss the movies, video games, and mini series. Finish Him!
Movies That Define Their Decades
May 07, 2021 18:12 - 1 hour - 105 MBWhich movies define the decade you were born in? How about the decades that came after? In this episode, Jared and Mike discuss movies that capture the essence of each decade.
Godzilla Vs Kong
April 10, 2021 21:13 - 1 hour - 135 MBIn this episode, Jared and Mike dive into every Godzilla and Kong movie since the 2014 Godzilla movie. That's right, 4 freaking monster movies for only 1 podcast. We do it because we love you!
Zack Snyder's Justice League
March 28, 2021 21:44 - 1 hour - 150 MBFor this episode, Jared and Mike finally release their extended cut of the Justice League Extended Cut. The fans spoke, and we listened! We even stayed inside to reduce our skin tone saturation, and walked around the house in slow mo to prepare for this episode.
Justice League
March 16, 2021 15:29 - 1 hour - 143 MBIn this episode, Jared and Mike discuss the theatrical cut of Justice League before the Snyder Cut gets released. We also discuss what brunch is, in case failed comedian Barry Allen is listening.
Disney
March 01, 2021 23:53 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBIn this magical episode, Jared and Michael discuss some of their magical opinions of the Magic Kingdom's magical movies. Have a magical listening experience!
Pixar
February 12, 2021 12:24 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBJared and Mike discuss all things Randy Newman...I mean Pixar. What films did we like? What films are boring and forgettable? Who would we be as a Pixar character? What is wrong with Randy Newman's voice? Find out all these things and more.
Spider-Man
January 28, 2021 21:30 - 1 hour - 116 MBJared and Mike are joined by the one and only Doug Vance to discuss all things Spider-Man. What movies did we love, or hate? Which Spider-Man did we think was a big casting mistake? Join us as we web swing our way through the good and the bad!
Wonder Woman 84
January 14, 2021 16:56 - 1 hour - 105 MBJared and Mike discuss what they thought of Wonder Woman 84 and whether or not it was as bad as people made it out to be.
New Year Special!
January 01, 2021 20:59 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBHappy New Year!! In this special episode, Mike and Jared create movie resolutions for the new year, and impose a negative resolution on each other.
Christmas Special Part 2!
December 26, 2020 01:12 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBMerry Christmas! In this episode, Mike and Jared discuss what they don't like about some Christmas movies. Bah humbug!
Christmas Special!
December 15, 2020 14:58 - 53 minutes - 74 MBPart 1 of our Christmas special. In this episode, Jared and Mike focus on the Christmas movies they enjoy. Stay tuned for the grumpy episode next!
We're Back!
December 04, 2020 14:48 - 1 hour - 130 MBMike and Jared return to discuss their Quarantine experiences and what they've been watching.
55 - Infinity War Special!
May 17, 2018 01:58 - 1 hour - 108 MBThis week we discuss all things Infinity War.
54 - Non-MCU Movies Best/Worst Films
May 02, 2018 00:53 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBThis week the Cynics pick the best and worst movies featuring Marvel properties that aren't a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
53 - DC Movies Best/Worst List
April 19, 2018 02:24 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBThis week Michael and Jared take on the DCEU. We discuss what we think went wrong and maybe a couple of things they got right.
52 - The Ultimate Marvel Cinematic Universe Best/Worst list!
April 07, 2018 22:38 - 1 hour - 101 MBWe are back! To celebrate Infinity War's release the Cynics discuss all of their favorite characters, movies, and more in the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
51 - Alien Franchise Best/Worst List
May 19, 2017 23:20 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MBIn anticipation of Alien: Covenant we discuss the best and worst moments from each of the Alien movies.
50 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Special!
May 12, 2017 23:32 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBWe are starting our summer movie specials by discussing what we thought of Marvel's latest.
49 - Bad Films From Good Directors
May 03, 2017 18:20 - 43 minutes - 60 MBThis week we switch things up and talk about good directors who have made a bad film.
48 - Good Films From Bad Directors
April 12, 2017 18:34 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBHey sometimes even the worst directors make something worth watching.
47 - Surprisingly Good Horror Films
March 28, 2017 21:32 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBThis week we take a look at horror movies that completely exceeded expectations.
46 - Surprisingly Good Action Films
March 16, 2017 21:34 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBThis week we take a look at those films that either flew under the radar, or just looked plain awful, but were actually quite awesome. We like surprises!
45 - The Avengers Special
January 26, 2017 20:00 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBThis is our review of The Avengers.
44 - The Avengers Special Pre-Show
January 26, 2017 19:58 - 18 minutes - 25.3 MBMike and Jared discuss the overall experience in the theater while watching The Avengers.
43 - The Lord of the Rings Best/Worst List
January 14, 2017 23:42 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBThis week the Cynics discuss their favorite and least favorite moments from the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
42 - Cabin in the Woods Review
December 30, 2016 23:21 - 37 minutes - 51 MBThis week we dig up our review of Cabin in the Woods from the vault. Enjoy!
41 - Star Wars Best/Worst List Part 2
December 22, 2016 00:06 - 21 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode we finish our best and worst list for all Star Wars movies. Part two consists solely of what we thought of the prequel trilogy.