CINEMISSES! The Running Man (2025)

CINEMISSES! The Running Man (2025)

While most dystopian remakes lean into camp or the fantastical — this one dares to be frighteningly real. In today's episode, Matt and Tug dive into Edgar Wright’s gritty reimagining of "The Running Man," a sharp, modern take on the classic sci-fi story from Stephen King. Unlike the over-the-top 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger film, this version taps into a near-future that feels disturbingly close to home, exploring issues of income inequality, media manipulation, and mass surveillance. We'll talk about how the film pulls from King’s original novella to create a more grounded dystopia that hits a little to close to home. We'll explore the trademark visual storytelling techniques Wright uses to build tension and deliver the narrative. Finally, we'll shudder at how modern tech like deep fakes and drones makes the movie feel unsettlingly current. We aren't as angry as Ben Richards is, but we RAN, to talk about this movie. We hope you'll RUN to listen to it. It's showtime! Check us at INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cinemisses?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] Find us on X [https://x.com/cinemisses] EMAIL: Cinemisses@gmail.com

CINEMISSES! 28 Days Later

Join Matt and Tug for our latest episode (unfortunately our 29th vs our 28th – it was laying right there for us), as we explore the cult zombie classic 28 Days Later. We will delve into its impact on zombie content in early 2000s popular culture, as well as the film's themes, cast, and the creative minds behind this groundbreaking horror flick. A lot of shit comes up in this one – survival, levity vs horror, character arcs, how human nature sort of straight sucks. The film also possesses surprising philosophical underpinnings that the hosts really loved. Finally, Matt and Tug both agree that should the Earth plunge into any sort of apocalypse, they would both be dead within moments. #nodiscernibleskills Check us at INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cinemisses?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] Find us on X [https://x.com/cinemisses] EMAIL: Cinemisses@gmail.com

CINEMISSES! Snatch

In this episode, Matt and Tug explore the stylistic elements, storytelling techniques, and cast of Guy Ritchie's 2000 film Snatch. The hosts delve into Ritchie's influences, unique editing style, and the impact of its characters, providing insights for film enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. Matt also proposes a Guy Ritchie-based drinking game, which we are sure will be all the rage across colleges campuses/fraternity houses as soon as this episode drops. So as Brad Pitt's character Mickey says, "Groptim biley shumma pats donn ally." Let's effing go! Check us at INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cinemisses?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] Find us on X [https://x.com/cinemisses] EMAIL: Cinemisses@gmail.com

CINEMISSES! No Country For Old Men

Today Matt and tackle a light-hearted summertime romp, a film that some would even call the "feel-good movie of 2007!" That's right, it's the Coen Brothers' award winning masterpiece – "No Country For Old Men." The boys will explore the plot and themes of the film, the Coen's unique approach to storytelling and filmmaking, even a little bit about Cormac McCarthy, who wrote the original novel. And because it's a story about a crime gone bad, there will be plenty of talk about how "No Country" connects to another Coen Brothers' masterpiece, "Fargo." There's gonna be blood, guts and a whole lot of near misses. Should you listen? Hold on, I'll flip a coin. Call it, Friendo. Check us at INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cinemisses?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] Find us on X [https://x.com/cinemisses] EMAIL: Cinemisses@gmail.com

CINEMISSES! Sinners

In this episode, Matt and Tug explore Ryan Coogler's acclaimed 2025 horror thriller “Sinners” delving into its themes, production, and cultural significance. We discuss the film's unique blend of horror, history, and music, as well as insights into the director's journey and the film's impact. We go deep in detail, exploring themes of race, history, vampire mythology, and filmmaking techniques. And, if you are still wondering if these are Bela Lugosi vampires or “Lost Boys” vampires – will you tell us please? ‘Cause we still don’t know! Sharpen your fangs and let's get to it! Check us at INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cinemisses?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] Find us on X [https://x.com/cinemisses] EMAIL: Cinemisses@gmail.com