Hanna-Barbera’s classic cat-and-mouse cartoon series Tom and Jerry kicked off when their debut short, ‘Puss Gets The Boot’, was released by MGM on 10th February, 1940.
But, at that time, the stars of the film were known as ‘Jasper and Jinx’. And studio bosses very nearly canned the whole concept - until the audience feedback, and awards nominations, started ... Show More
Apr 30
Jerry Lewis vs The Holocaust
The Day the Clown Cried, Jerry Lewis’s notorious, unreleased Holocaust movie, faced a crisis on 30th April, 1972, when the American actor-director found himself in an extraordinary predicament: the financing for his deeply personal film project had collapsed mid-shoot. Faced with ... Show More
13m 12s
Oct 2023
Cats The Movie: Even Taylor Swift Couldn't Save It with Jackie Zebrowski & Sarah Cooper | 6
<p>The 2019 movie adaptation of Cats had all the makings of a huge hit: a beloved Broadway musical, an award-winning director, and a star-studded cast including: Taylor Swift, Idris Elba, and Dame Judi Dench! Instead, it crapped the (litter) box office. Find out how a race to the ... Show More
42m 55s
May 2024
Episode 440 - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
<p>Josh and Luke P as they breakdown George Miller's newest film <strong>Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga</strong>. Join them as the discuss the plot, characters, Chris Hemsworth stealing the show, and much more.</p> <p>What did we think of the movie? Do we want more <strong>Mad Max</stro ... Show More
48m 31s
Jun 2023
Ep 15: The Lawrence Brothers & Tom Arnold on Hollywood Comebacks
<p>This week, the Brothers are joined by special guest and lifelong friend, actor Tom Arnold! You might know Tom from his roles in movies like True Lies and Nine Months, or his time as a writer and actor on Roseanne.</p><p>The crew talks about their unique relationship with Tom, ... Show More
55m 26s
Jul 2023
Episode 397 - Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
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51m 31s
Sep 2021
What A Cartoon! - Laverne & Shirley In The Army "Invasion of the Booby Hatchers"
<p>The day long promised by our guest (and one of our top Patreon supporters), Devin, has finally arrived! We cover one of the silliest and most banal animated shows of all time, Hanna-Barbera's adaptation of the Gary Marshall classic, Laverne & Shirley. We chart how the success ... Show More
2h 6m
May 2024
‘Shogun’ and ‘The Bear’ News, the Disney-Hulu-Max Bundle, and ‘Everybody’s in L.A.’
Chris and Andy remember the legendary engineer and producer Steve Albini, who passed away this week (1:00). They then talk of news that the third season of ‘The Bear’ will be out this June (13:25) and that ‘Shogun’ will be getting a second season (18:30). Next, they talk about Di ... Show More
55m 25s
May 2024
Some Like It Hot (1959)
Grab your skirt, wig, and saxophone, it’s time for a Hollywood classic! Mailyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon bring the laughs in the well-loved comedy Some Like It Hot. The film was written and directed by Hollywood legend, Billy Wilder. Join Jim and A.Ron as they dive int ... Show More
1h 18m
Feb 2024
‘Dune: Part Two’ and ‘Shogun’ Anticipation Meter, the Possible Paramount-Peacock Merger, ‘The Dynasty,’ and ‘The Greatest Night in Pop’
Chris and Andy talk about rewatching ‘Dune’ in anticipation of ‘Dune: Part Two’ and how seriously Denis Villeneuve takes this world that he is creating (1:00). Then they talk about ‘Shogun’ and why the show reminds them of ‘Game of Thrones’ (18:03), before talking about the rumor ... Show More
1h 9m