Modern Classics Podcast

Prequel Episode - Films of 2011, One Battle After Another, and more

The films of 2011 are the subject of our main focus in the second half of the show. Join us with a look at an interesting year of cinema. The critical darlings were forgettable like Best Picture winner “The Artist”.  While films like “Super 8” and “Drive” went less noticed but stood the test of time.  Other highlights from this year discussed include; Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Bernie, Attack The Block, Moneyball and more.  Remember to rate , review, and follow the show.  Hosted by ; Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas  Follow on Instagram and TikTok  @modernclassicspodcast  Follow Mike on Letterboxd  @ChadMichaelMann

Hell Max Fury Boy

Hellboy (2004) vs Mad Max Fury Road (2015) The category for today's battle is "Antiheroes". It's another action packed episode as two films go head to head for a spot on the Greatest Films Of The 21s Century List. Our first film is Guillermo del Toro's "Hellboy". We had a great time revisiting this prothetic laden comic book gem. Then its George Miller's masterpiece "Mad Max : Fury Road". A fully loaded ride into the heart of a dystopian desert hellscape. It's a long one so make sure you have plenty of "Aqua Cola" and please watch your whammer. Remember to rate, review and follow the show. Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas  Follow on Instagram & TikTok  @modernclassicspodcast Watch Along Hellboy (Netflix)  Mad Max: Fury Road (rental) Follow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMann

Prequel Episode - Past Tens Awards, Blooper Games

Today we look back at some recent films we have covered as we celebrate our Past Tens Awards. Movies discussed include Sorry To Bother You, Zoolander, Unstoppable, Tokyo Godfathers, They Cloned Tyrone, Phantom Thread and more. For the finale we play a new games segment called "Blooper Games". Remember to rate, review, and subscribe! Hosted By; Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and TikTok @modernclassicspodcast Follow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMann

Red Hook Island

City Island (2009) vs Red Hook Summer (2012) Category: New York Movies It's a battle of the Burroughs as two films go head to head and get a chance to join the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. First we chat it up about the little known family Dramedy "City Island". Then it's on to late career Spike Lee with " Red Hook Summer". We have some interesting commentary on both films. This episode is full of bits and laughs. So don't be a clam digger!!! Tune In! Remember to rate review and subscribe! Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instgarm and Tik Tok @modernclassicspodcast Watch Along; City Island (Tubi) Red Hook Summer (Tubi) Follow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMann

Prequel Episode- Project Hail Mary, Star Trek, Miami Vice and More

Today we discuss "Movies based on TV Shows". Films discussed include The Fall Guy, Miami Vice, Star Trek, 21 Jump Street and many more. We also takes some time to talk about the newly released "Project Hail Mary". Also included is our reaction to the "Man on Fire" Netflix Series trailer. Remember to rate, review and follow the show! Hosted by; Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney Thomas Follow on Instagram and TikTok @modernclassicspodcast Follow Mike on Lettrerboxd @ChadMichaelMann