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Cinema Heroes

324 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratings

Do you love movies? Especially superhero movies? Then you've come to the right place! Each episode we talk about a different movie, with every other episode being a superhero movie (usually). Beware we will spoil the movie, so be sure to watch it before listening to the episode. Thanks for being here and we hope you enjoy our show!

Artwork by Melissa Wolfert.

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Episodes

037 - Hellboy [2004]

September 05, 2015 22:35 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Join the guys as they recruit themselves into the BPRD and join the ranks of Hellboy and Abe Sapian. Released in 2004, Guillermo Del Toro brought the comic book hero to the big screen for the first time. How is it?

E036 - Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope [1977]

August 10, 2015 05:29 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... As we prepare for Episode VII, we watch the fourth film in our Star Wars Marathon: A New Hope. The original Star Wars. Released in 1977, one could argue that Star Wars changed the ways films are made bringing in a whole new type of special effects. Applauded as one of the greatest sci-fi movies ever made, join the guys as they discuss George Lucas' masterpiece: Star Wars. www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast twitter.com/CinemaHeroes

036 - Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope [1977]

August 10, 2015 05:29 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... As we prepare for Episode VII, we watch the fourth film in our Star Wars Marathon: A New Hope. The original Star Wars. Released in 1977, one could argue that Star Wars changed the ways films are made bringing in a whole new type of special effects. Applauded as one of the greatest sci-fi movies ever made, join the guys as they discuss George Lucas' masterpiece: Star Wars. www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast twitter.com/CinemaHer...

035 - Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer [2007]

July 24, 2015 04:50 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

In anticipation of the next big screen adaptation of the Fantastic Four, the guys dive into Tim Story's 2007 sequel Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer. Anticipation for seeing the Silver Surfer in the movie theater was pretty high. The first trailer got some people interested (others not so much). Did he get the treatment he deserved? Or Galactus for that matter? (Spoiler Alert: No... No, they didn't) www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast twitter.com/CinemaHeroes

E035 - Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer [2007]

July 24, 2015 04:50 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

In anticipation of the next big screen adaptation of the Fantastic Four, the guys dive into Tim Story's 2007 sequel Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer. Anticipation for seeing the Silver Surfer in the movie theater was pretty high. The first trailer got some people interested (others not so much). Did he get the treatment he deserved? Or Galactus for that matter? (Spoiler Alert: No... No, they didn't) www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast twitter.com/CinemaHeroes

034 - Superman II [1980]

July 01, 2015 06:08 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

Look! Up in the sky! It's Superman II! The sequel to the mega-hit Superman: The Movie. After Richard Donner was famously fired, the producers brought on Richard Lester to finish the film. Did he improve it? Or did he ruin it? How does it compare to the later-released Richard Donner Cut? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast twitter.com/cinemaheroes

E034 - Superman II [1980]

July 01, 2015 06:08 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

Look! Up in the sky! It's Superman II! The sequel to the mega-hit Superman: The Movie. After Richard Donner was famously fired, the producers brought on Richard Lester to finish the film. Did he improve it? Or did he ruin it? How does it compare to the later-released Richard Donner Cut? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast twitter.com/cinemaheroes

033 - Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith [2005]

May 22, 2015 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

War! This week the guys dive into the last of the Star Wars prequels. Anakin finally becomes Darth Vader! It's what we've all been waiting for! So, how is it?

E033 - Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith [2005]

May 22, 2015 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

War! This week the guys dive into the last of the Star Wars prequels. Anakin finally becomes Darth Vader! It's what we've all been waiting for! So, how is it?

032 - Avengers: Age of Ultron [2015]

May 08, 2015 07:40 - 1 hour - 45.1 MB

Join the guys as they discuss the Avengers sequel! How does it hold up to the original? Who's this Vision guy?? www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Tiwtter: @CinemaHeroes

E032 - Avengers: Age of Ultron [2015]

May 08, 2015 07:40 - 1 hour - 45.1 MB

Join the guys as they discuss the Avengers sequel! How does it hold up to the original? Who's this Vision guy?? www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Tiwtter: @CinemaHeroes

E031 - The Avengers [2012]

April 24, 2015 09:21 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

Earth's Mightiest Heroes. In 2012, Marvel Studios did something no one had yet dared to do: Make a movie filled with superheroes who had all already had their own standalone films. The Avengers were assembled. Is it the greatest superhero movie of all time? www.cinemeheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

031 - The Avengers [2012]

April 24, 2015 09:21 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

Earth's Mightiest Heroes. In 2012, Marvel Studios did something no one had yet dared to do: Make a movie filled with superheroes who had all already had their own standalone films. The Avengers were assembled. Is it the greatest superhero movie of all time? www.cinemeheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

030 - Captain America: The First Avenger [2011]

April 10, 2015 08:14 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

The guys discuss Marvel's last solo superhero film before The Avengers. How does Captain America rank among Marvel's films? Here's the 60s cartoon Justin talks about watching as a kid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpkoc7vtyhc www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E030 - Captain America: The First Avenger [2011]

April 10, 2015 08:14 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

The guys discuss Marvel's last solo superhero film before The Avengers. How does Captain America rank among Marvel's films? Here's the 60s cartoon Justin talks about watching as a kid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpkoc7vtyhc www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E029 - Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones [2002]

March 31, 2015 02:28 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... George Lucas made a prequel that was... even worse than Episode 1? Join the guys as they discuss the second chapter of the Star Wars saga. How does it hold up 13 years later? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

029 - Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones [2002]

March 31, 2015 02:28 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... George Lucas made a prequel that was... even worse than Episode 1? Join the guys as they discuss the second chapter of the Star Wars saga. How does it hold up 13 years later? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

028 - Star Trek: The Motion Picture [1979]

March 13, 2015 06:29 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

Join the guys as we travel back in time to 1979 and then forward in time to the 22nd century! The guys discuss their love for Star Trek and the first of many Star Trek films. www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E028 - Star Trek: The Motion Picture [1979]

March 13, 2015 06:29 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

Join the guys as we travel back in time to 1979 and then forward in time to the 22nd century! The guys discuss their love for Star Trek and the first of many Star Trek films. www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E027 - Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2015

February 13, 2015 23:04 - 1 hour - 62 MB

Join the guys this week as they discuss the movies they're most excited about in the upcoming year! Also, how do they feel about Spider-Man joining the Marvel Universe? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

027 - Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2015

February 13, 2015 23:04 - 1 hour - 62 MB

Join the guys this week as they discuss the movies they're most excited about in the upcoming year! Also, how do they feel about Spider-Man joining the Marvel Universe? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

026 - Batman Forever [1995]

January 30, 2015 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

The Caped Crusader. The Boy Wonder. The Riddler. Two-Face. And... Dr. Chase Meridian...? This week's episode is on Joel Schumacher's Batman Forever. Whose decision was it to have Bat-Nipples? And should nostalgia play a part when rating a movie? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E026 - Batman Forever [1995]

January 30, 2015 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB

The Caped Crusader. The Boy Wonder. The Riddler. Two-Face. And... Dr. Chase Meridian...? This week's episode is on Joel Schumacher's Batman Forever. Whose decision was it to have Bat-Nipples? And should nostalgia play a part when rating a movie? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E025 - Back To The Future [1985]

January 16, 2015 12:02 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

Join the guys and save the clock tower! This week John and Justin dive into a discussion about Robert Zemeckis' film Back to the Future! Is it as perfect as they remember? Are there plot holes? Travel back to 1955 and find out! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

025 - Back To The Future [1985]

January 16, 2015 12:02 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

Join the guys and save the clock tower! This week John and Justin dive into a discussion about Robert Zemeckis' film Back to the Future! Is it as perfect as they remember? Are there plot holes? Travel back to 1955 and find out! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

024 - The Punisher [1989]

January 02, 2015 20:34 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

This week the guys dive in to the 1989 version of Marvel's The Punisher starring Dolph Lundgren and Louis Gossett, Jr. Is this the best or worst Punisher movie? And where's the skull shirt?? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E024 - The Punisher [1989]

January 02, 2015 20:34 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

This week the guys dive in to the 1989 version of Marvel's The Punisher starring Dolph Lundgren and Louis Gossett, Jr. Is this the best or worst Punisher movie? And where's the skull shirt?? www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E023 - Spider-Man 2 [2004]

December 15, 2014 06:16 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

After a bit of a hiatus (sorry about that), the guys discuss Sam Raimi's Spider-Man sequel. Alfred Molina was cast as the infamous Doctor Octopus and helps bring the superhere genre to a whole new level. www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

023 - Spider-Man 2 [2004]

December 15, 2014 06:16 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

After a bit of a hiatus (sorry about that), the guys discuss Sam Raimi's Spider-Man sequel. Alfred Molina was cast as the infamous Doctor Octopus and helps bring the superhere genre to a whole new level. www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

Bonus Episode - Jurassic Park Commentary

December 10, 2014 20:52 - 2 hours - 87.9 MB

Join John and Justin as they watch Jurassic Park and talk during the whole thing! Pop in your copy of Jurassic Park and watch the movie with the guys. Let us know what you think of this commentary and if you'd like us to do any more! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

022 - Ghostbusters [1984]

October 25, 2014 04:14 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

When there's something strange in your neighborhood, who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters! This week the guys talk about the comedic masterpiece that is Ghostbusters. The movie, the cartoon, the toys! Plus a little sidetracked discussion on the glory days of theme parks. www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E022 - Ghostbusters [1984]

October 25, 2014 04:14 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

When there's something strange in your neighborhood, who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters! This week the guys talk about the comedic masterpiece that is Ghostbusters. The movie, the cartoon, the toys! Plus a little sidetracked discussion on the glory days of theme parks. www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

021 - Fantastic Four [2005]

October 10, 2014 10:16 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Thing Ring, Do Your Thing! Wait... What?? Justin and John dive in to 2005's Fantastic Four. Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and The Thing all come to life on the big screen for the first time (well, not if you count that unreleased 90's version...) What do they think? Check it out. It's Clobberin' Time!!! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E021 - Fantastic Four [2005]

October 10, 2014 10:16 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Thing Ring, Do Your Thing! Wait... What?? Justin and John dive in to 2005's Fantastic Four. Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and The Thing all come to life on the big screen for the first time (well, not if you count that unreleased 90's version...) What do they think? Check it out. It's Clobberin' Time!!! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E020 - Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace [1999]

September 26, 2014 09:31 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

The guys decide to tackle the first (er... fourth really) of six Star Wars films: The Phantom Menace. Is it as bad as the Internet says it is? What do the guys think of Jar Jar Binks? Qui-Gon Jinn? Young Anakin Skywalker? Or those stupid Midi-Chlorians? Links: Justin refers to a scene where the Jedi have "super speed." It's terrible quality, but you can check out what he's talking about here: http://youtu.be/2OTHjSG61SI?t=6m47s www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @...

020 - Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace [1999]

September 26, 2014 09:31 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

The guys decide to tackle the first (er... fourth really) of six Star Wars films: The Phantom Menace. Is it as bad as the Internet says it is? What do the guys think of Jar Jar Binks? Qui-Gon Jinn? Young Anakin Skywalker? Or those stupid Midi-Chlorians? Links: Justin refers to a scene where the Jedi have "super speed." It's terrible quality, but you can check out what he's talking about here: http://youtu.be/2OTHjSG61SI?t=6m47s www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter...

019 - Dredd [2012]

September 05, 2014 10:37 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

This week the guys discuss the 2012 violent, brooding, helmet-wearing anti-hero film Dredd. Never having read any of the Judge Dredd comics (or seen the 1995 Stallone movie), can you still enjoy the film? How's the acting? The writing? Does he ever take the helmet off? Thanks for listening and remember: I AM THE LAW! www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E019 - Dredd [2012]

September 05, 2014 10:37 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

This week the guys discuss the 2012 violent, brooding, helmet-wearing anti-hero film Dredd. Never having read any of the Judge Dredd comics (or seen the 1995 Stallone movie), can you still enjoy the film? How's the acting? The writing? Does he ever take the helmet off? Thanks for listening and remember: I AM THE LAW! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E018 - Batman Returns [1992]

August 31, 2014 01:43 - 1 hour - 49.2 MB

Sorry for the late episode!! This week the guys dive into a discussion about Tim Burton's follow up to his 1989 smash hit. Is it as good as the original Batman? Did Burton get too much creative control? What has Bruce Wayne been doing since the events of the original movie? Justin and John try to answer these questions and more! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

018 - Batman Returns [1992]

August 31, 2014 01:43 - 1 hour - 49.2 MB

Sorry for the late episode!! This week the guys dive into a discussion about Tim Burton's follow up to his 1989 smash hit. Is it as good as the original Batman? Did Burton get too much creative control? What has Bruce Wayne been doing since the events of the original movie? Justin and John try to answer these questions and more! www.cinemaheroes.com facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E017 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles [1990]

August 08, 2014 07:16 - 1 hour - 46 MB

The guys discuss the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, the cartoon, the toys, and the nostalgia. Travel back in time and remember the weirdness, the silliness and the fond memories. www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

017 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles [1990]

August 08, 2014 07:16 - 1 hour - 46 MB

The guys discuss the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, the cartoon, the toys, and the nostalgia. Travel back in time and remember the weirdness, the silliness and the fond memories. www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

016 - Superman: The Movie [1978]

July 04, 2014 10:57 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

The guys discuss Richard Donner's take on the Man of Steel. Released a year after Star Wars, the world was introduced to Christopher Reeve and believed a man could fly. How does it hold up 36 years later? www.cinemaheroes.com Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E016 - Superman: The Movie [1978]

July 04, 2014 10:57 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

The guys discuss Richard Donner's take on the Man of Steel. Released a year after Star Wars, the world was introduced to Christopher Reeve and believed a man could fly. How does it hold up 36 years later? www.cinemaheroes.com Email: [email protected] [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E015 - Princess Mononoke [1997]

June 20, 2014 08:11 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

In John's attempt to turn Justin into an Anime lover, the guys discuss Hayao Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke. Does John still love it as much as he used to? What did Justin think? Plus, a little discussion on David Lynch's filmography. www.cinemaheroes.com Contact: [email protected] [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

015 - Princess Mononoke [1997]

June 20, 2014 08:11 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

In John's attempt to turn Justin into an Anime lover, the guys discuss Hayao Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke. Does John still love it as much as he used to? What did Justin think? Plus, a little discussion on David Lynch's filmography. www.cinemaheroes.com Contact: [email protected] [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

014 - X-Men: First Class [2011]

June 06, 2014 07:07 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

With X-Men: Days of Future Past recently released in theaters, the guys decide to discuss 2011's X-Men: First Class directed by Matthew Vaughn. What worked? What didn't? Who created Cerebro? www.cinemaheroes.com Contact: [email protected] or [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E014 - X-Men: First Class [2011]

June 06, 2014 07:07 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

With X-Men: Days of Future Past recently released in theaters, the guys decide to discuss 2011's X-Men: First Class directed by Matthew Vaughn. What worked? What didn't? Who created Cerebro? www.cinemaheroes.com Contact: [email protected] or [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

013 - The Amazing Spider-Man [2012]

May 17, 2014 04:39 - 1 hour - 52.2 MB

John and Justin discuss The Amazing Spider-Man directed by Marc Webb. They compare it to the previous films directed by Sam Raimi and talk about how some movies deserve a second chance. Also, there's a brief discussion about the recently released photo of Ben Affleck in the new Batman suit. www.cinemaheroes.com Contact: [email protected] or [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast   Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

E013 - The Amazing Spider-Man [2012]

May 17, 2014 04:39 - 1 hour - 52.2 MB

John and Justin discuss The Amazing Spider-Man directed by Marc Webb. They compare it to the previous films directed by Sam Raimi and talk about how some movies deserve a second chance. Also, there's a brief discussion about the recently released photo of Ben Affleck in the new Batman suit. www.cinemaheroes.com Contact: [email protected] or [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/smandsmpodcast   Twitter: @CinemaHeroes

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