Ep. 347: The Odyssey + Remembering Sam Neill

Ep. 347: The Odyssey + Remembering Sam Neill

This week we embark on an in-depth discussion of THE ODYSSEY, unpacking the ins-and-outs of Christopher Nolan's ambitious adaptation of the classic poem, starring Matt Damon. Plus: we take a moment to celebrate the remarkable career of Sam Neill, break down the first trailer for I PLAY ROCKY, and catch up on the latest movie news and recommendations, and go through some Listener Letters! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Bonus Show: Evil Dead Burn + Obsession In-depth!

In this bonus show we offer thoughts on the latest/last JACKASS film, horror sequel EVIL DEAD BURN, Illumination’s underperforming MINIONS & MONSTERS, and dive deep into smash hit OBSESSION! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Commentary Track: Troy

With Christopher Nolan’s THE ODYSSEY on the horizon, the MovieFilm boys revisit Wolfgang Petersen’s ambitious 2004 epic TROY! How does this big-budget reimagining of Homer’s ILIAD hold up more than two decades later? Join us as we discuss the film’s all-star cast (Brad Pitt! Eric Bana! Orlando Bloom! Sean Bean), its sweeping battle sequences, the creative liberties it takes with the source material, and its legacy as Hollywood returns to the world of Greek mythology. Listen separately or synch up your copy of the movie and watch along! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Bonus Show: Independence Day + Supergirl Fallout

In this bonus show we unpack our Independence Day thoughts, mark the 35th anniversary of TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY and examine the box office fallout of SUPERGIRL underperforming! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast

Commentary Track: Independence Day: Resurgence

What’s more appropriate for the Fourth of July than an Independence Day movie? This week, ten years after its release, we’re revisiting Independence Day: Resurgence for a feature-length commentary track, discussing the long-awaited sequel’s bigger ambitions, returning-and-absent heroes, spectacular destruction, and whether one of the most infamous blockbuster face-plants of the 2010s deserves its reputation. Listen separately, or sync up the movie and watch along…if you dare! Listen ad-free at Patreon: https://patreon.com/MovieFilmPodcast