Almost Cult Classics

Almost Cult Classics #47 - Norbit (2007)

We're finally back with the format that started it all! In this episode we dive into Norbit — Eddie Murphy's infamous 2007 comedy that managed to be both a box office hit and a long-running cultural punching bag. We talk about how it fits into Murphy's career, especially with the new Being Eddie documentary adding fresh context. And don't forget to check out our Patreon-only follow-up where we compare the original Jerry Lewis Nutty Professor with the Eddie Murphy remake: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-gettin-144114931 [https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-gettin-144114931] Check out our YouTube channel for additional video episodes and more: https://www.youtube.com/@sidetrackspod [https://www.youtube.com/@sidetrackspod] You can also find us on X: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni [https://twitter.com/joeramoni] Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlancello [https://twitter.com/ryanlancello] And don't forget to check out our website and merch store: https://www.almostcultclassics.com [https://www.almostcultclassics.com]

Movie Catch-up - Frankenstein (2025)

On this movie catch-up, we dive into Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein adaptation for Netflix and discuss where it fits in the long legacy of monster movies! Support us on Patreon for tons of bonus content and features at: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics [https://www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics] Check out our YouTube channel for additional video episodes and more: https://www.youtube.com/@sidetrackspod [https://www.youtube.com/@sidetrackspod] You can also find us on X: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni [https://twitter.com/joeramoni] Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlancello [https://twitter.com/ryanlancello] And don't forget to check out our website and merch store: https://www.almostcultclassics.com [https://www.almostcultclassics.com/]

Off the Radar - Mad Dog Time (1996)

In this episode of Off the Radar, we dive into Mad Dog Time — the 1996 gangster comedy that somehow managed to assemble an all-star cast (Richard Dreyfuss, Jeff Goldblum, Diane Lane, and even Joey Bishop) yet (rightfully) still slipped completely under the cultural radar. Written and directed by Larry Bishop, this bizarre mix of noir parody, nightclub drama, and philosophical gunfights left critics... and one of us baffled. Support us on Patreon for tons of bonus content and features at: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics [https://www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics] Check out our YouTube channel for additional video episodes and more: https://www.youtube.com/@sidetrackspod You can also find us on X: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni [https://twitter.com/joeramoni] Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlancello [https://twitter.com/ryanlancello] And don't forget to check out our website and merch store: https://www.almostcultclassics.com [https://www.almostcultclassics.com/]

The Q&A Special

We asked our loyal Patreon supporters to send us some questions they would like answered by us for our first ever Q&A special. We got a really great response that resulted in a 2 hour and 14 minute episode! Here is a preview of that episode. The full episode is out now only at: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics [https://www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics] You can also find us on X: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni [https://twitter.com/joeramoni] Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlancello [https://twitter.com/ryanlancello] And don't forget to check out our website and merch store: https://www.almostcultclassics.com

Movie Catch-up - Weapons (2025)

Join us for a SPOILER heavy discussion on Zach Cregger's Weapons - a movie-going experience that involved us venturing to another state, following issues we- well, one of us- had with the closer alternatives. But at least we were able to get a nice beaver popcorn bucket, tax free! We also talk about the evolution of the podcast this past summer and what to expect in the future. Support us on Patreon for tons of bonus content and features at: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics [https://www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics] You can also find us on X: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni [https://twitter.com/joeramoni] Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlancello [https://twitter.com/ryanlancello] And don't forget to check out our website and merch store: https://www.almostcultclassics.com