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TIFF26 Episode 1: Another Year, Another TIFF!

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:53:00 -0400

We are back! Get ready with us as we record on the TIFF26 EVE! We have a bunch of films we are hyped for, so lets get into what we are watching!

Interviews: Poh Si Teng & Reem Haddad (American Doctor 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:01:21 -0400

Dave has a chat with Poh Si Teng and Reem Haddad to talk about their harrowing and important documentary American Doctor. He talks with them about getting the film made, meeting the 3 doctors at the heart of it, and how important and necessary a watch this film is.

Episode 114: Mutiny (2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:08:36 -0400

The Boyz and Mason are back with another HEATER of an episode. We got a lot of new releases in Best Meh Worst (End of Oak Street, Tony, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma), some Tubi, and some other nonsense. We also have a few last Fantasia Screeners (Home Bodies, Colony, and Buddy) plus Coyote vs Acme! We then get into the new Jason Statham Action Vehicle that is Mutiny! Come along and sail the high seas with us!

Episode 113: Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:35:00 -0400

Filling in for Tony this week we welcome our super friend Mason back to the show!

We have a lot to cover - a full Best, Meh, Worst section (including The Living Daylights, Masters of the Universe, Tubi watches, Sorcerer, and more), 4 screeners to tease you with (Namaslay, The Wrong Girls, Nimrods, and The Floaters), plus our full main segment on the 4th installment of the Tom Holland Spider-Man's!

Buckle up, and lets get to it!

Episode 112: Fantasia International Film Festival & The Odyssey (2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz are back with a big one! We have some Fantasia to cover and the big epic of The Odyssey to get into!

Fantasia, we talk about: Galactic Ghoul, Attack on Paradise, Unholy Night, Born in the Jungle, You Animal!, You Are The Film, After School, Tokyo Burst: Crime City, Bowels of Hell.

Then we get into the epic that is taking the world by storm, and fuelling Poseidon's rage, it's The Odyssey!

Episode 111: Evil Dead Burn (2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:08:12 -0400

We have a fiery one today! The Boyz are back with a regular episode. We get to talking about a bunch of films: I Love Boosters, Toy Story 5, Project Hail Mary (because Tony finally saw it), and many many more. Plus we are back for another installment of the Evil Dead franchise! Let's get into it.

Bonus Episode: Fantasia International Film Festival 2026

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:10:00 -0400

The boys are back and happier than ever to be covering the 30th edition of the Fantasia International Film Festival for the 5th year in a row! This is a momentous occasion for us, so we wanted to give you all a quick teaser for whats to come this year! Join us, will ya?

Interviews: Robbie Amell (Racewalkers 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:31:47 -0400

Dave and James sit down with the delightful Robbie Amell to talk about his new film Racewalkers! We talk about his character, the looks, the techniques of competitive race walking, and much more! Come on in and hang out with the three of us!

Episode 110: Tribeca Festival & Jackass: Best and Last (2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:55:11 -0400

Tony is back, which means the boyz have to catch you up on all the movies they watched during the 25th Tribeca Festival! This includes: Mumford & Sons: The House Band, Stealing Magic, Deepfake, Funk, Humpty Dumpty X, Mineshaft: The Cruising Murders, The Haunting of Pennhurst, Skateboarding Is Not For Girls, One Woman One Bra, and Never Change! We also have a few screeners including: Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, Racewalkers, and The Invite. Then we Finally get to our main segment where we talk about the entirety of Jackass - the legacy, the cultural impact, and the new installment that just released!

There is a TON to get through here, so tune in and enjoy!

Episode 109: Disclosure Day (2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:18:47 -0400

The Boyz welcome Greg T Keg back to the podcast as Tony is off this week. We talk about a whole host of films including: ET, James Bond, Disney Animation, Pixar Animation, and so much more!

We of course get into our main segment about Spielberg's Disclosure Day and we talk about a screen we watch Leviticus.

Join us will you? Its nice and warm in here.

Interviews: Mark O'Brien (The Voices of Our Mother 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:46:00 -0400

Dave (and special guest Eloise) sit down with Mark O'Brien to talk about their latest film The Voices of Our Mother! They talk about his film making process for the film and explore some about his other work The Righteous.

Episode 108: Backrooms (2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:06:57 -0400

The boyz have wandered the expansive nothing that are the Backrooms and are here to report the tale, what they found there, and if they are too old for this s**t.

They also talk about Disney Animation, Coleman Domingo, A skunk, Jimmy Tatro, the best (and worst time) to watch Casino, and so much more. Come hang with us you gooses!

Interviews: Nicole Bazuin & Andrea Werhun (Modern Whore 2026)

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:45:00 -0400

Dave and Tony have a chat with Nicole Bazuin and Andrea Werhun about their hybrid documentary Modern Whore.

Episode 107: Obsession (2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 15:28:00 -0400

The boyz are back with a normal one this week! They brought a whole bunch of super fans to a theatre to watch the one movie they could not stop talking about - Obsession! Come here more about what they have to say and how their cinema watch (with friends!) went!

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Episode 106: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026)

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:57:08 -0400

In this episode the boys continue their journey through Hot Docs 2026, discussing the essetial documentaries to seek out including: American Doctor, Scarlet Girls, #whileblack, Birds of War, Searching for Drug Peace, Black Zombie, and Kindergarten. Dave then regails us about seeing Mortal Kombat 2 (2026) before we jump into our main segment of The Devil Wears Prada 2!

Bonus Episode: Hot Docs 2026

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:49:31 -0400

The Boyz are back at Hot Docs again - this time in 2026! We got 5 docs to talk about today so buckle in as we talk about: Code of Misconduct, Kenny Loggins: Conviction of the Heart, Love Apptually, The Tower that Built a City and Myspace!

Interviews: Tommy Avallone (Myspace 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:36:00 -0400

Dave takes some time to talk to director Tommy Avallone about his new documentary Myspace (2026) - getting into the what and why behind the once popular social media platform, and the what and why behind the making of the documentary! Plus they also get to gab about physical media and the wonderful Bay Street Video.

Episode 105: Michael (2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:16:48 -0400

HEE-HEE! The boys are here to talk about the King of Pop! There's a new music biopic out about Michael Jackson, and we get into it!

We also talk about Miyazaki films, Thrash, Lee Cronin's The Mummy, and many many more! Tune in and see if Michael was able to moonwalk his way to success, or if it fell flat!

Episode 104: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:13:23 -0400

It's-a us, the Fingergunz-a boys-a. We sat through the new Super Mario movie so that you don't have to! Unless you have kids, then you might have to. We also talk about The Killer, Lord of the Rings, They Will Kill You, and The Drama in this one! Plus the TRIUMPHANT return of Dave's New Blus!

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Episode 103: Project Hail Mary (2026) & Ready or Not 2: Here I Come (2026)

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:17:39 -0400

D-D-D-DOUBLE FEATURE! The boys are back to talk about 2(!) movies this week! We (of course) have a pretty fun "Best, Meh, Worst" where we cover films like Hoppers, Escape From New York, and The Boxer, before we get into the space adventure of Project Hail Mary, and the bloodied-bride sequel Ready or Not 2! Buckle up Buck-os.

Also be sure to check out Hollywood Suite which is in free preview now!

Bonus Episode: The 98th Annual Academy Awards

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:01:09 -0400

Its our favourite time of year - OSCAR'S BABY! We give you a run down of the show, our favourite moments, and talk about some oddities, and make some jokes... This is the 5th one we've done, so you know the drill!

Also be sure to check out Hollywood Suite which is in free preview now!

Episode 102: The Bride! (2026)

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:24:48 -0400

Mason is back with us for this episode! We have a lot of fun here working through a Best Meh Worst (where Mason schools us on our own challenge we started), we have a chat about The President's Cake during Screener Time all before jumping into the chaos of The Bride!

Also be sure to check out Hollywood Suite which is in free preview now!

Episode 101: How To Make a Killing (2025)

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:14:24 -0500

The boys are back for a normal one? Dave throws us all off with a Meh, Best, Worst, James gets berated for not loving everything about Big Trouble in Little China, and they talk about some screeners - Dreams, Cold Storage and In Cold Light. We then move into our main segment and talk about How To Make a Killing where we talk about how to make a tonally balanced movie. Come on in and enjoy, will ya?

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Episode 100: Whistle (2025) & Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie (2025)

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:50:53 -0500

ITS OUR 100TH EPISODE! Come Join us as we have a full Best Meh Worst, and a Screener Time for Have Fun, Good Luck, Don't Die (2025).

We have a ton in here for you, we reminisce, laugh, cry, and occasionally have something poignant to say.

Episode 99: Mercy (2026)

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:43:00 -0500

We have a normal one today folks! Check us out as we do a real Best Meh Worst, and then get right down to the AI of it all (or the Chris Pratt of it all) with Mercy! We saw it so maybe you don't have to? Only listening to this episode will answer that question.

Episode 98: Primate (2026)

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:33:43 -0500

OOOOOOO its the start of Season 5! The boyz are back and realigning their internal clocks for a 2 week release. We talk about some movies (Seven Samurai, The Housemaid, Evil Bong) and we dive into our main feature Primate! Jump on in and join us as we kick off Season 5!

Also, we're 2 episodes away from our 100th episode. Neat!

Episode 97: 2025 WRAPPED!

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:01:13 -0500

The boyz wrap up the year 2025! We break down our Top 10 of the year, The Biggest Surprises, Disappointments and WTFs, along with what we are excited to see in 2026! Come ring in the new year the only way the three of us know how!

Episode 96: Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) & 1975 Retrospective

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 09:52:00 -0500

The Boys are here to bring you a festive cheer. Gather round the fire while we tell you the story of 4 movies from 1975: Deep Red, 3 Days of the Condor, Dolemite, Night Moves, and then dive into Avatar: Fire and Ash where Dave and James get into it, as what is a Christmas time episode if family isn't yelling at each other.

Episode 95: Wicked: For Good (2025)

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:18:17 -0500

We have a special guest this week - everyone say "Welcome back, Mel!". The 4 of us dive on into a best meh and worst as we talk about Marty Supreme, A Christmas Carol, A Very Jonas Christmas, and (thematically) The Wizard of Oz. Find out how much each of us enjoyed our latest trip into Oz with Wicked: For Good!

Episode 94: The Running Man (2025)

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:46:00 -0500

The boyz are back with a normal one! We got a Best Meh Worst, a Shudder Minute, a Screener Time, and of course we talking about our main event The Running Man! Tune in to see if it can keep up the pace with our need for great films.

Episode 93: Nuremberg (2025) & Shelby Oaks (2025)

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:48:00 -0500

The boyz are back! We have a few things to get through in this one including the fact that our main segment is a double feature! We also introduce a new segment which I am calling Dave and Tony's side quests. This week we talk Nuremberg, Shelby Oaks, No Other Choice, Hell House LLC, Re-animator, Scary Movie 3, and many many more!

Episode 92: Kiss of the Spider Woman (2025), Blue Moon (2025), Bugonia (2025)

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:07:31 -0400

Its an Oops All Screeners episode here at Fingergunz! We had the privilege to watch the new Jennifer Lopez movie Kiss of the Spider Woman, the new Richard Linklater movie Blue Moon, and the newest Yogos Lanthimos movie Bugonia! We also have a best meh worst, and 2 Shudder films! Jump on in here and listen to us for a bit, will ya?

Episode 91: One Battle After Another (2025)

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 09:51:00 -0400

The boyz are back having just a few beers as they talk mainly about PTA's latest. We also talk about KPop Demon Hunters, Hard Eight, Punch Drunk Love, a couple o' screeners, and some spooky movies as we are into October!

TIFF50 Episode 4: The Final TIFFTY

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:18:23 -0400

The boyz are back to wrap up TIFF50. Tune in as we record this (right after the last episode) and you can hear James start losing his mind as we approach the 35th film to talk about.

TIFF50 Episode 3: The Short Version

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:07:36 -0400

This is 1 of 2 episodes coming out to tickle your ears as we wrap up the mountain of TIFF movies we conquered this year!

TIFF50 Episode 2: Live from the Hyatt

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:07:42 -0400

The Boyz are live on location! It's day 4 of TIFF50 for them, and they are here to talk about:

John Candy: I Like Me
Saipan
Christy
Carolina Caroline
Motor City
Exit 8
Nouvelle Vogue
Sentimental Value
Good News

Come see what we liked and what we didn't, as we start seeing through time together.

TIFF50 Episode 1: Fingergunz is Back Again!

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:57:00 -0400

We are back! Get ready with us as we record on the TIFF50 eve EVE! We have a bunch of films we are hyped for, so lets get into what we are watching!

Bonus Episode: Fantasia International Film Festival 2025

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

James is off exploring the world, so family of the podcast Mel stepped in to fill the role and guide Dave and Tony on a journey through some more Fantasia films! Tune in as we wrap up the festival, and maybe put this one on while you meditate.. it's quite zen.

Episode 90: Honey Don't (2025)

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:26:49 -0400

The Boyz invited a special guest onto this weeks episode - welcome to the show Mason! (@movieswithmason) as we discuss the new Ethan Cohen film Honey Don't. We also dive into a pretty full up Best Meh Worst (except for Jimmy who continues to not follow the format), we have a Shudder Minute (in which Mason ad libs it) and a bunch of screeners! Tune in, stay a while, this is a fun one I promise!

Episode 89: 1985 Retrospective

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:45:00 -0400

Jimmy is off, so the boyz got together early to record a 1985 Retrospective for you all! Join us as we discuss: Phenomena, Tampopo, Brewster's Millions, and Legend!

Episode 88: Fantasia International Film Festival & The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025)

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 09:48:00 -0400

Oh we are BACK folks - back at Fantasia that is! We have a lot to cover off so here is a list of what we talk about in this one. Of course, the main even here is The Fantastic Four with Pedro "Daddy" Pascal, but we also chat about:

Oh, Hi
Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore
Dog of God
Hellcat
Good Game
Sugar Rot
Hold the Fort
Noise
Sweetness
Foreigner
Stuntman
Together

Episode 87: Superman (2025)

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:50:00 -0400

Its a bird! Its a plane! Its Fingergunz with Tony Dave and James! You know we had to talk about this one, so look up at the sky while we talk all things Superman. We also dive into Sexy Beast, How to Train Your Dragon, Pins and Needles, 28 Days Later, Push, Eddington, and many many more!

Episode 86: F1 (2025) & 1995 Retrospective!

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 09:37:48 -0400

Hey hey! We take a trip down to 1995 to watch Before Sunrise, Tank Girl, Fallen Angels and Mute Witness. We have a quick screener for you all before we dive into our main segment on F1! This is a fast (jk its not) episode on a lot of movies so buckle up bucko, we're going racing!

Episode 85: Tribeca Festival (2025)

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:14:37 -0400

Boy howdy wee are BACK! We saw a ton of movies at this year's Tribeca Festival and we want you to listen, and make a list (check it twice) and find out about a bunch of movies we think you NEED to see (and some you do not).

We have a lot to cover so lets get into it!

Episode 84: Bring Her Back (2025)

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:46:37 -0400

We had a mission, we chose to accept it, some come listen as we talk about Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning (2025), and then we talk about a few screeners including Dangerous Animals, and we have a shudder minute. finally, we dive into Bring Her Back which... no. no we will not bring her back thanks. This film was a journey. Tune in and find out how much it wrecked us!

Bonus Episode: Ballerina (2025)

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0400

We had the privilege of seeing Ballerina (2025) [or From the World of John Wick: Ballerina??] early! We sat down after to share our thoughts on the film from the safety of a Continental Hotel. Gold Coins in hand, its time to talk about Ana de Armas as the titular... Ballerina.

Episode 83: Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025)

Fri, 23 May 2025 09:36:40 -0400

Hoo-wee you all are in for a DOOZY of an episode. The boys sat down and delivered a long one for you all but we promise you its worth it. We saw Hurry Up Tomorrow so that you do not have to. We break the movie down and spell out everything wrong about its existence. We also talk about:

Mission Impossible, Vampires: Los Muertos, Nonnas, Paper Moon, There Will be Blood, Bloody Axe Wound, unit 234, Fear Street Prom Queen, Bad Shabbos, and Re-animator!

Episode 82: Hot Docs (2025) & Thunderbolts* (2025)

Fri, 09 May 2025 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz are back to continue talking about all things Hot Docs including: Ultras, The Dating Game, Saints and Warriors, Antidote, The Longer You Bleed, They're Here and 2000 Meters to Adriivka. Then we get into the new offering from Marvel: Thunderbolts* and discuss whether the MCU is back to form or not. We've got Opinions, you've got ears, so lets get to it.

Bonus Episode: Hot Docs 2025

Thu, 01 May 2025 09:48:00 -0400

The Boyz are back at Hot Docs again - this time in 2025! We got 6 docs to talk about today so buckle in as we talk about: The Last Ambassador, Spreadsheet Champions, #skoden, Shamed, Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance, and The Track.

Episode 81: Sinners (2025)

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:36:20 -0400

The boys are here to talk directly to you about our lord and saviour Ryan Coogler and his new film Sinners. We also talk about Havoc, The Visitor, Nic Cage, Austin Powers, The Ugly Stepsister, and laundry. Come on in and join us. We won't bite ;)

Interviews: Tim Rutherford, Cody Kennedy & Josh Lenner (The Last Video Store 2024)

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:45:00 -0400

The Boys sit down with 2 wonderful film makers, and 1 wonderful actor to chat about the insanity that is The Last Video Store. Things go crazy pretty quickly in the film, and we dive into how it came to be, how it was shot, and themes and references and homages that helped shape what it is today! Its a retro blast!

Episode 80: Warfare (2025)

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz were invited to a screener of Warfare! Join them as they talk about this new film, plus other flims like Christine, DDLJ, A Minecraft Movie, and Jon Waters topless body. Its a wet and wild episode of fingergunz for you all!

Interviews: Karan Soni & Roshan Sethi (A Nice Indian Boy 2025)

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:59:06 -0400

Dave and James sat down with Karan and Roshan to chat about their film A Nice Indian Boy, which is now in theatres! Its a truly lovely film, and we had a truly lovely time chatting with them about it!

Episode 79: 2005 Retrospective & The Alto Knights (2005)

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:42:01 -0400

Dave Tony and James go to Church. You'll get this joke one day. Until then, join us for the DOUBLE HEADER where we take on 4 movies from 2005: A Bittersweet Life, Revolver, Cache, and Gingerdead Man, along with 2 screeners (McVeigh and Magazine Dreams) and our main event The Alto Knights!

Episode 78: Mickey 17 (2025)

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:52:04 -0400

THE BONG-HIVE LIVES. The boyz are back to talk all things Mickey 17, Mickey 18, Mickey 19, etc. We are also talking Crimson Tide, Karate Kid, Wicked City, Superboys of Malegaon, Shepherds and much much more. Drop in, clone yourself, and have a listen, will ya?

Episode 77: The Monkey (2025)

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:59:43 -0500

IT'S OUR 3 YEAR POD-IVERSARY! We can't believe it ourselves, but here we are! Thanks for hanging with us for all this time. So, join us this week as we talk The Monkey, Heat, Ne Zha 1&2, The Rule of Jenny Pen, and Love Hurts!

Bonus Episode: The 97th Annual Academy Awards

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 09:45:00 -0500

We've been at this show for 3 years now, and we couldn't be more thrilled to be back with another Bonus Epsiode to tickle your ears. We talk about all things Oscar's! From the Red Carpet, to the show itself, to hits, misses, snubs, and two movies we just recently watched that were nominated! Tune in and lets recap!

Episode 76: Heart Eyes (2025)

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 09:45:00 -0500

The boyz are back to thrill you and romance you with this one... or at least try to. We talk about Heart Eyes of course, but also Valentine, Blue Velvet, Pink Flamingos, Police Academy 4, One of them Days, I'm Still Here, and many many many more. So if you want to go on a date with us for Valentine's day, we are here for you!

Interviews: Ila Firouzabadi, Pirouz Nemati & Matthew Rankin (Universal Language 2024)

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:32:56 -0500

Dave and Tony sit down with writer and actor Ila Firouzabadi, writer and actor Pirouz Nemati, and writer director and actor Matthew Rankin to delve into the creation of the acclaimed 2024 film, Universal Language. This Canadian absurdist comedy-drama, co-written by Rankin, Firouzabadi, and Nemati, has garnered international acclaim for its unique storytelling and cultural fusion.

Set in a surreal space between Tehran and Winnipeg, the film weaves together seemingly unconnected stories that find a mysterious point of intersection. In this episode, our guests share insights into their collaborative writing process, the blending of cultural narratives, and the challenges of bringing such an innovative project to life. They also discuss the film's reception, including its selection as Canada's entry for Best International Feature Film at the 97th Academy Awards.

Episode 75: Flight Risk (2025)

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:43:00 -0500

In this episode, we take to the skies with Flight Risk (2025), starring Mark Wahlberg. But that’s not all—we also dive into the politically charged Soundtrack to a Coup D’état (2024), explore the mind-bending sci-fi of Grafted (2024), and discuss the architectural drama The Brutalist (2024). Plus, we revisit the cult classic action-comedy The Big Hit (1998) and look ahead to the howling horror of Wolf Man (2025).

From adrenaline-pumping action to eerie transformations, we’ve got it all this week—tune in!

Interviews: Sook-Yin Lee (Paying For It 2024)

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:25:00 -0500

In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Sook-Yin Lee to dive into her role as Writer/Director in the daring 2024 project Paying for It. Known for her work as an actress, director, and broadcaster, Sook-Yin shares her insights on this provocative exploration of love, sex, and money, offering a fresh perspective on intimacy and agency.

Interviews: Lowell Dean (Dark Match 2024)

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:19:07 -0500

In this episode, we sit down with director Lowell Dean to discuss his latest film Dark Match (2024), a thrilling and high-stakes exploration of the world of underground wrestling. Lowell takes us behind the scenes of the film, shedding light on the creative process, the intense physicality of the production, and the complex characters at the heart of the story.

Episode 74: Better Man (2024)

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 09:46:00 -0500

In this Cinematic Kaleidoscope of an episode, we dive into a diverse lineup of films, from the gritty urban crime in "Crack House" (1989) to the intense courtroom drama of "Primal Fear" (1996). We unravel the suspense in "A Complete Unknown" (2024) and revisit the beloved sci-fi adventure "Honey I Shrunk the Kids". We discuss the controversial and non-linear narrative of "Irreversible" (2002), get a sneak peek into the psychological drama "Vermiglio" (2024), and explore loyalty and vengeance in the classic Japanese action movie "Yakuza Wolf" (1972). Our main segment focuses on "Better Man" (2024), a poignant exploration of human relationships and personal growth. Join us for thoughtful analysis, nostalgia, and cinematic gems in this week's episode. 🍿

Interviews: José Avelino Gilles Corbett Lourenço (Young Werther 2024)

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 10:01:34 -0500

Dave is on a solo journey where he sits down with the illustrious José Avelino Gilles Corbett Lourenço, acclaimed director of the highly anticipated film Young Werther (2024). Dive deep into the creative process as José shares the inspiration behind this modern adaptation of Goethe's classic tale, exploring the challenges and triumphs of bringing such a poignant story to life on the big screen.

Episode 73: 2024 WRAPPED!

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 09:45:00 -0500

The boyz wrap up the year 2024! We break down our Top 10 of the year, The Biggest Surprises, Disappointments and WTFs, along with what we are excited to see in 2025! Come ring in the new year the only way the three of us know how!

Episode 72: Kraven The Hunter (2024) & Nosferatu (2024)

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:17:51 -0500

In this episode, we dive into the cinematic landscape of 2024, starting with our thoughts on the intriguing drama "Here," the thrilling journey of "Carry-on," and the compelling narrative of "September 5." We also have some exciting previews of upcoming films we had the privilege to screen early.

For our main segment, we'll explore the highly anticipated "Kraven The Hunter," delving into its action-packed story line and character development, followed by a deep dive into the gothic horror of "Nosferatu," a remake that's generating a lot of buzz.

Join us for an insightful discussion filled with analysis, predictions, and a lot of cinematic love. Don't miss out on this exciting episode packed with movie magic!

Episode 71: Wicked (2024) & Gladiator 2 (2024)

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:49:00 -0500

In this episode, we dive into the world of 2024's cinematic gems, starting with the gripping drama "Juror #2" and the intense storytelling of "The Brutalist." We’ll also explore the intriguing character study in "A Different Man."

But that's not all – we’ve got some exciting previews of upcoming films we had the privilege to screen early. And for our main segment, we'll immerse ourselves in the much-anticipated musicals and epics with an in-depth discussion of "Wicked" and "Gladiator 2."

Join us for a thrilling journey through these diverse films, offering our insights and thoughts on what makes each one unique and must-watch. Grab your popcorn and settle in for an episode packed with cinematic excitement!

Episode 70: 1984 Retrospective!

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:45:00 -0500

Get ready for a thrilling episode as we dive into the latest horror sensation, "Scared Shitless" (2024), and the thought-provoking drama "All We Imagine as Light" (2024). We’ll dissect the scares, themes, and standout moments from these two films and offer our insights into what makes them must-watch movies of the year.

But that's not all! We’re also taking a nostalgic trip back to 1984, revisiting some of the iconic films that defined the era. We'll discuss the action-packed martial arts comedy "Wheels on Meals," the musical journey of "Purple Rain," and the intense thriller "Tightrope." Join us as we celebrate these classics and explore their lasting impact on cinema.

Tune in for a mix of modern thrills and classic nostalgia, perfect for any film enthusiast!

Interviews: Adam Elliot (Memoir of a Snail 2024)

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:45:00 -0500

In this episode, Dave and Tony have the incredible privilege of sitting down with acclaimed director Adam Elliot to discuss his latest masterpiece, "Memoir of a Snail." Join us as we delve into the intricacies of this poignant and beautifully crafted film. Adam shares insights into his creative process, the inspirations behind the story, and the unique challenges and joys of bringing "Memoir of a Snail" to life. Whether you're a long-time fan of Adam's work or new to his distinct storytelling style, this conversation is sure to be a captivating exploration of artistry and emotion. Don't miss out on this exclusive interview!

Bonus Episode: Hot Frosty (2024)/Memoir of a Snail (2024)

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:45:00 -0500

In this exciting episode, we dive into the cinematic world of 2024, exploring a diverse array of films that are making waves. We start with the eerie thrills of "Zombie Town," and move on to the emotional depths of "Bird."

Next, we take a ride through the mysterious streets of "Black Cab," before uncovering the gripping drama of "Anora." We'll then heat things up with "Hot Frosty," a surprising blend of genres that's sure to catch your attention. Finally, we delve into the unique storytelling and visual artistry of Adam Elliot's "Memoir of a Snail."

Join us as we dissect the themes, performances, and creative visions behind these must-see movies, offering our insights and thoughts on what makes each one special. Grab your popcorn and tune in for a captivating conversation!

Episode 69: Venom: The Last Dance (2024)

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:45:00 -0400

... nice. In this spine-chilling episode, we’re diving into a cinematic cauldron of horror, suspense, and eerie delights. Join us as we explore the latest installment in the Venom saga, "Venom: The Last Dance" (2024), and revisit cult classics like "Texas Chain Saw Massacre" and "Society." We’ll also wander through the macabre beauty of "The Corpse Bride," descend into the terrifying depths of "The Descent," and so much more. Prepare yourself for a roller coaster ride through the most terrifying films ever made. Don't miss out on this ghoulishly good time!

Episode 68: Smile 2 (2024)

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:20:33 -0400

In this thrilling episode, the boyz dive into the eerie, the bizarre, and the downright terrifying as we dissect some of the most anticipated horror and cult classics of 2024. Join us as we unravel the chilling sequel to "Smile," explore the intense drama of "The Apprentice," and dive into the quirky chaos of "Frankie Freako." We’ll revisit the gory martial arts extravaganza "Riki-Oh," and take a terrifying journey with "Terrifier 2" and "Terrifier 3." And, of course, we can't forget the spine-tingling thrills of "Final Destination 3." Grab your popcorn and brace yourself for a rollercoaster of fear and fun in this can't-miss episode!

Interviews: Kaniehtiio Horn (Seeds 2024)

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Tony and James are thrilled to sit down with the incredibly talented Kaniehtiio Horn, to talk about her new movie, "Seeds" (2024). Kaniehtiio, known for her powerful and authentic performances, brings a unique perspective to this film that promises to captivate audiences. We’ll explore her creative process, the inspiration behind "Seeds," and what this project means to her.

Interviews: Stu Stone & Adam Rodness (Don't F**k With Ghosts 2024)

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Dave and Tony got the privilege of sitting down with Stu Stone and Adam Rodness to talk about their new movie Don't F**k with Ghosts! Have a listen through this fun chat, where in maybe the Brothers Baldwin get cast in a movie?!

Episode 67: Joker: Folie a Deux (2024)

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Bonjour mes amis, et bienvenue à un autre épisode... I mean.. Hi! Welcome back and lets allllll settle in for a good talk about Joker 2, or Folie a Deux! We also chat about Megalopolis, Oddity, Uglies, A Different Man, Hausu, Halloween 3 and many, many more!

Episode 66: Azrael (2024)

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 09:45:00 -0400

The Boys are back with a regular episode post-TIFF! We have a Best Meh Worst, A Shudder Minute and the triumphant return of Dave's New Blus! Come jump back in with this classic and fun episode!

TIFF Episode 5: The Wrap Up Part 2: or Help Theres Too Many Colons: The Finale

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:45:00 -0400

This is it! The Big Finale. We spent 10 days at Tiff, watching somewhere around 60 films combined and we have been with you every step of the way to highlight what we liked, and what we didn't. Sit down with us for a moment while we wrap this up nicely and put a bow on it and hopefully have given you plenty of films to watch over the next year!

TIFF Episode 4: The Wrap up Part 1: or How To Summarize a Film Fest

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz are here with a two-parter?!? whoa. Huge for them. We have a lot to cover in here so let's just get into it!

TIFF Episode 3: The Boys Can See Through Time

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:52:55 -0400

Its been 8 days of us live on on location seeing films and boy howdy do we have a lot to cover off! Here we are talking about: Saturday Night, Emilia Pérez, Conclave, Heretic, The Order, Better Man, The Shrouds, and Babygirl!

TIFF Episode 2: 4 Days Down, More To Go!

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 09:40:00 -0400

Here we are, live on location at TIFF bringing you all up to date on what we've seen, what we've liked and what we didn't. We talk: Eden, Unstoppable, The Substance, Relay, and The Last Showgirl!

TIFF Episode 1: Finger Gunz Does TIFF!

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 22:15:44 -0400

We are covering the Toronto International Film Festival! (We hit the big time folks!) So join us as we talk about how you will be able to follow along, and what movies we are excited to see! More to come as we deliver a special edition of the podcast with Fingergunz @ TIFF!

Episode 65: Alien: Romulus (2024)

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Our good friend, and resident Alien Expert Mike is back to join us to talk about... A LOT of things. This one is long. V. V. Long but its a very good convo with lots of laughs and lots of insight into the lore, world and fan base of the Alien series!

Episode 64: Borderlands (2024)

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:45:00 -0400

We have some more Fantasia for you (SURPRISE!). The boyz wrap up Fantasia Film Festival (thanks for having us!) and then get the joy and pleasure of talking about Borderlands for all you fans out there.

Bonus Episode: Deadpool & Wolverine [SPOILERS] (2024)

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 08:49:33 -0400

I told you we'd be back! Here's alllll the additional thoughts we had about Deadpool & Wolverine in one convenient episode!

Episode 63: Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:30:51 -0400

The boys are back to talk about all they have seen at Fantasia Festival so far (like 4PM, Cuckoo, Kryptic, Dark Match, The G, Bookworm, and many many more), and talk about Twisters (2024) and a non-spoiler conversation about Deadpool & Wolverine! Is there more to come? Mayyyyybe....

Interviews: Karl R. Hearne & Dale Dickey (The G 2024)

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Dave and James are back, and they had the wonderful opportunity to interview Karl R. Hearne about their new film starring Dale Dickey - The G! Its a really solid film, and this was a really great conversation getting to know both of them more and making two new friends!

Interviews: Ant Timpson (Bookworm 2024)

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Dave and James sat down with Director Ant Timpson for a chat about Bookworm, New Zealand and 35mm films!

Interviews: Luke Gilford & Eve Lindley (National Anthem 2024)

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Dave and Tony had a chance to sit down with Luke Gilford and Eve Lindley for their new film National Anthem! Have a listen as they chat about this excellent new film!

Episode 62: Longlegs (2024)

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:45:00 -0400

The boys welcome two guests this week to join them! Returning guests Matt, and new guest Greg are here to talk all things long and all things legs.

Sorry for the audio, its our first time with 5 people and its not excellent.

Bonus Episode: Fantasia International Film Festival Preview (2024)

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Oooooh the boys are back and covering the best film fest that our depraved minds could ever want! Join us for this quick rundown on what we have in store for you at this years edition of the Fantasia International Film Festival! (p.s. sorry for my voice, we recorded over Zoom and I had no idea i was clipping that hard)

Episode 61: A Quiet Place: Day One (2024)

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 20:52:00 -0400

ᵀʰᵉ ᵇᵒʸˢ ᵃʳᵉ ᵇᵃᶜᵏ ᵃⁿᵈ ᵇᵉᶦⁿᵍ ˢᵒ ᵛᵉʳʸ ᑫᵘᶦᵉᵗ ᶠᵒʳ ᵗʰᶦˢ ʷᵉᵉᵏˢ ᵉᵖᶦˢᵒᵈᵉ come join us as we talk about Axel F, A Quiet Place: Day One, and why we def think you need to see this one! We got a lot in store for you, and ᵃˡᵒᵗ ᵒᶠ ʷʰᶦˢᵖᵉʳˢ ᵗᵒ ᵗᶦᶜᵏˡᵉ ᵗʰᵃᵗ ᵃˢᵐʳ ʸᵒᵘ ᵃˡˡ ˡᶦᵏᵉ

Episode 60: Inside Out 2 (2024)

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Two? In one week? Well, yes. we skipped a week due to a scheduling snafu, so here you go! This episode was a long time coming for Jimmy and Dave who have gone through and watched all the Pixar movies recently and they have TOUGHTs. hang out for this one, you don't wanna miss it.

Bonus Episode: Tribeca Festival (2024)

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:45:00 -0400

When it rains (festivals) it pours (festivals) and we are certainly in a monsoon! We are back at Tribeca for the 2nd year in a row and we couldn't be happier, so here is a treat for your ears: A BUNCH OF FILMS TO LOOK OUT FOR! give it a whirl will ya?

Interviews: Neil Diamond & Catherine Bainbridge (Red Fever 2024)

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:45:00 -0400

In the second ever interview for the podcast, Dave and James sat down with Neil Diamond and Catherine Bainbridge to have a discussion about their documentary Red Fever which is out now in select theatres! Join us as we talk about the rich history and culture of Indigenous peoples and their impacts on the entire world!

Episode 59: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024)

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Ooooo its a long time coming since we have had a long titled movie! We are back with a regular episode to talk about Furiosa and whether you should see it! We also talk Mean Girls, Godzilla x Kong, Garfield and much much more! Come join us shiny and chrome on the Fury Road.

Episode 58: Back to Black (2024)

Thu, 23 May 2024 09:45:00 -0400

We're here to finally wrap up our coverage of the Toronto Hot Docs Film Festival, and to talk for a while about the new Amy Winehouse biopic Back to Black, and also talk Martin Scorsese for a while! Its a goodie of an episode, I promise.

Episode 57: The Fall Guy (2024)

Wed, 08 May 2024 09:30:00 -0400

The boyz are here to cover you with more...cheer? We got more docs to talk about from the Toronto Hot Docs Film Fest (the best film fest ever!) and also we want to talk about The Fall Guy! We leave it up to you to figure out which one of us didn't like it all that much....

Bonus Episode: Hot Docs 2024

Thu, 02 May 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Hot Docs has graciously accepted us back to cover the festival for a third year in a row! We are thrilled to be talking about Beethoven's Nine: Ode to Humanity, Grand Theft Hamlet, Le Mans 55: The Unauthorized Investigation, Seeking Mavis Beacon, Drawing A Line, American Cats: The Good, The Bad and the Cuddly, and My Sextortion Diary!

Episode 56: Abigail (2024)

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:41:00 -0400

Oooooo folks, its time to get WET with a horror movie! April has been jam packed with them and we are here to talk about Abigail, Immaculate, The First Omen, Kindergarten Cop, Coco, The One, JCVD movies and so so much more!

Episode 55: Monkey Man (2024)

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Whew! We talk a lot! The Boyz are back and here to tell you about a lot of movies to watch, and some to just skip. We talk about Civil War, the remaster of True Lies, Dario Argento, Night Swim, Cars 2, Men, and of course, Dev Patel's directorial Debut, Monkey Man! Sorry this one is so long, but enjoy?

Episode 54: Road House (2024)

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz are back with a normal one... kinda! We talk about some good movies like, Bringing Out The Dead, Suze, and Love Lies Bleeding, some meh movies like Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, and a lot of bad movies, like Madame Web, Argylle, and Ricky Stanicky. Plus listen and find out if we like this new iteration of Road House!

Bonus Episode: Dune: Part 2 (2024)

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:45:00 -0400

Surprise! We talked for so long about The Oscar's and Dune that we decided to release this separately! Join the boyz and Avneesh as we talk about Dune part 1 and 2, David Lynch's Dune, and Jorodowsky's Dune all in one convenient episode!

Episode 53: The 96th Academy Awards!

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz are back and brought along long time friend of the podcast Avneesh to talk about the Oscars! We talk about the show, some of the hits and misses, and generally just the movies that won and how we liked them! have a sit as we recap the night for you, and tune into the secret bonus episode!

Episode 52: Drive Away Dolls (2024)

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:44:00 -0500

The boyz are back in town for their 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY episode! Tony tries not to give Dave an James Typhoid during the episode, while we talk about Dune, Beverly Hills Cop 2, Blow Out and many more! Plus tune in to find out how much they love Cineplex, and how much they enjoyed Drive Away Dolls.

Episode 51: Lisa Frankenstein (2024)

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:30:00 -0500

The boys are back to talk about a lot of movies.... and also Lisa Frankenstein. Settle in with us, listen to us gush about Don Lee, Liza Soberman, Beverley Hills Cop, Oldboy, The Lion King and many many more!

Episode 50: 1994 Retrospective

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 09:19:00 -0500

Dive into a richly layered discussion on film and culture in the 50th episode of Finger Guns. The hosts Tony, David, and James share their vibrant insights on the latest season of 'True Detective,' the Oscars, and Jonathan Glazer's controversial film 'Zone of Interest'. They take you back to the vintage year of cinema, 1994, discussing milestones like 'Pulp Fiction', 'Forrest Gump', 'The Shawshank Redemption', and more. The hosts also dive into sports through the lens of the iconic documentary, 'Hoop Dreams', probing into its profound societal impacts.

The dialogue also ventures into the horror terrain with the musing of John Carpenter's 'In the Mouth of Madness' along with their nostalgic fondness for high school sports narratives. Continuing on the journey of nostalgia, the hosts engage in an in-depth analysis of the 1994 Sci-Fi classic, 'Stargate', diving into character nuances, story pacing, world-building, and more. Indulge in an enriching discussion touching upon the movie rental culture, and memorable old school hits. This is one of those podcasts that will make your day much more cinematic, brimming with perspectives and celebration of resilient spirit of the silver screen.

Episode 49: The Beekeeper (2024)

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 09:45:00 -0500

IT'S SEASON THREE BAYBEE and we are back and positively buzzing about the new Jason Statham Action flick The Beekeeper! Buzz your way into our hive, settle down, eat some honey like you're Winnie the effing Pooh and listen to us talk about bees!

Episode 48: Year End Wrap-up!

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:58:52 -0500

It's already 2024! Happy New Year and Happy Season Finale for us! We are back to wrap up the year, talk about all the films we loved, hated, and made us say "WTF?!". Settle in by the fire with your loved ones, think about your new years resolutions that you will hopefully achieve, and listen to us babble on about movies.

Episode 47: Wonka (2023)

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:36:41 -0500

The boyz are back for one last time this year! We talk about Wonka, Godzilla Minus One, Iron Claw, The Santa Clause and many many more! We wish you the best for the holidays, and thanks so much for listening to us ramble this year <3

Episode 46: May December (2023)

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:18:38 -0500

SURPRISE! We like to keep you on your toes sometimes with when these episodes come out. Today the boys talk about a bunch of films (like Dumb Money, Polyester, Saltburn, Poor Things and many more), they try to differentiate each others voices and Dave coughs out a lung. Plus they have the ICK from May December!

Episode 45: 1983 Retrospective

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 09:45:00 -0500

The boyz are back (on a Thursday?) to talk about 3 films from 1983: Cujo, The Dead Zone and The Big Chill! They also find some time to talk about Thanksgiving, and Napoleon too! Drop in and gobble gobble this episode up!

Episode 44: Priscilla (2023)

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 13:30:46 -0500

The Boyz are here with your regular scheduled programming to talk about Priscilla annnnnd so much more! Drop in, chill out, and vibe with Elvis, Priscilla and me.

Bonus Episode: TADFF, Five Nights at Freddy’s (2023), Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:45:00 -0400

BOO! Did I scare you? probably not, but the boyz are here to fill your Halloween with movies from the Toronto After Dark Film Festival, to talk about Five Nights at Freddy's and to finally discuss Killers of the Flower Moon! Buckle up for this one, its a goodie.

Episode 43: 1993 Retrospective!

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz are off this week, so here's a lil episode they recorded about 3 movies from 1993: The Fugitive, Tombstone, and Poetic Justice. Let's travel back to when Tony and James were 2, and Dave was already 6.

Episode 42: Fair Play (2023)

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:40:08 -0400

The boyz are back on a normal one this week, talking about some spooky films for October, and one "Erotic" Thriller known as Fair Play! Drop in and see how we all fared with this one.

Episode 41: TIFF and Bottoms (2023)

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz are back after taking time well deserved time off. Well for James it was time off, Dave and Tony had to conquer the gauntlet that is TIFF 2023! We talk about what they saw, and also Bottoms! Drop in and listen, I promise its less than 3 hours!

Episode 40: Gran Turismo (2023)

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 09:17:04 -0400

The Boyz are back, and they are ready (set, and go) to deliver the fastest - wait this episode is almost 2 hours? okay, ready to deliver the slowest podcast lap time. Join us as we talk Ford v. Ferrari, Drug War, Dolls, Killer Joe, Spawn and many more!

Episode 39: Heart of Stone (2023) and Oppenheimer (2023)

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 09:58:36 -0400

The boyz have a lot to catch up on and talk about this week! Join us as we discuss Collateral, Anger Management, The French Connection, To Live and Die in LA, and of course, Heart of Stone and (finally!) Oppenheimer!

Bonus Episode: Fantasia Film Festival and Barbie (2023)

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 09:11:45 -0400

The Boyz are back at Fantasia this year, and had enough movies to talk about to warrant a bonus episode! Feast your ears as we talk about:

HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS, MAD CATS, FEMME, PERPETRATOR, SOMETIMES I THINK ABOUT DYING, WITH LOVE AND A MAJOR ORGAN, SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL, IT LIVES INSIDE, RAGING GRACE, BIRTH/REBIRTH, #MANHOLE

and of course, BARBIE.

Episode 38: Fantasia Film Festival and Talk to Me (2023)

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz are back and talking the first round of Fantasia movies including Restore Point, A Disturbance in the Force, Vincent Must Die, River and more! They also talk to the dead, i mean, talk about Talk to Me since a certain someone *cough* Dave *cough* hasn't seen Barbie or Oppenheimer.

Episode 37: Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning: Part One (2023)

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:45:00 -0400

Good lord that title is long.... The boyz are back with a new mission in hand, go rogue and talk about all of Mission Impossible, while still maintaining a fun episode talking about Asteroid City, Transformers, Rye Lane, and Nimona!

Episode 36: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz are back with a regular episode of Best Meh Worst, where they talk about Asteroid City, The Machine, Are You There God...?, and About my Father, and they dive into the entire Indiana Jones series as they give their thoughts on this latest installment.

Episode 35: More Tribeca and The Flash (2023)

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz put out a doozy of an episode this week as they wrap up their coverage of Tribeca Festival (thanks Tribeca!) and talk about the long awaited, much anticipated DCEU's The Flash. Does it live up to the hype? Tune in to find out!

Bonus Episode: Tribeca Festival

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 09:45:00 -0400

Ah summer, the weather warms, the forest fires rage, and the boyz have to put out bonus episodes to cover the film fest they are accredited for! We are honoured to be covering Tribeca this year, and we talk about 6 films you should have on your radar: The Seeding, Breaking the News, Chasing Chasing Amy, To My Father, This is Not Financial Advice, and Songs About F**king.

Episode 34: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz invited Friend James onto the show (insert now there are two of them meme here), to talk about Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Blackberry, Mission Kandahar, Ted 2, Deuces Wild, and so many more!

Episode 33: Fast X (2023)

Tue, 23 May 2023 09:45:00 -0400

FasTEN your seatbelts for this one! We invite Melissa back on the show to talk about the wild crazy car heist franchise's latest installment: Fast X! come listen in a s we talk about some other movies too including The Bone Woman, and Master Gardener, and SO MUCH MORE!

Episode 32: Hot Docs & Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 (2023)

Tue, 09 May 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz are back at The Toronto Hot Docs Festival and have many documentaries to recommend! They also squeezed in GOTG and talk about that too! Come on and join us, and bring a pad of paper to write all these films down!

Episode 31: Evil Dead Rise (2023)

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz invited friend of the show, and resident deadite Matt on to talk about Evil Dead Rise, The Voyeurs, Whip It, DnD, Ant Man and The Wasp: Quantamania and so much more! We also are very excited and happy to welcome Dave back from his sabbatical! Enjoy this one, and wear a ponchos because there is a blood splash zone!

Episode 30: The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz invite friend of the podcast Mike on to talk about M3GAN, The Executioner, Halloween Ends, The Room, and of course, The Super Mario Bros. Movie! Let's a-go to the mushroom kingdom, and talk about how this video game adaptation stacks up against the rest!

Episode 29: John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023)

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:45:00 -0400

The boyz invite Cam on to talk about John Wick, The Lord of the Rings, Skyfall, Dredd, Creed 3 and so much more! Listen in, and to paraphrase John Wick, yeah, I'm thinking we're back!

Bonus Episode: The 95th Academy Awards

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 11:45:00 -0400

*GASP* another episode? Of course! We had to get Dave back for a quick bonus discussion about the 95th Academy Awards. Join us as we talk about the show, make celebrity enemies, and briefly talk about an octopus.

Episode 28: Scream 6 (2023)

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:47:00 -0400

The boyz chat with special guest Patrick about basketball movies, Scream 6, and March Madness! When the spoiler bell is rung, skip to 1:24:00.

Episode 27: Cocaine Bear (2023)

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 09:45:00 -0500

Dave is back joining the boyz as they discuss Cocaine Bear, and reflect on an entire year of doing this podcast together.

Episode 26: Magic Mike’s Last Dance (2023)

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 09:59:27 -0500

The boyz invited two very special guests on this week to talk about the entire Magic Mike trilogy, for better or worse. They also talk: Black Panther, Knock at the Cabin and I Wanna Dance with Somebody! Thanks Melissa and Daniel for Joining us!

Episode 25: Shotgun Wedding (2022)

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:45:00 -0500

The boyz have a new guest (a girlz) Melissa! Join us as we talk with her about J-Lo, Top Gun: Maverick, and of course, Shotgun Wedding. James also gushes about Infinity Pool which needs to be seen to be believed.

Episode 24: Plane (2022)

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 08:54:00 -0500

Dave is off being a dad, so the boyz invited friend of the podcast Josh Fumo to fill in! They sit down to talk about a lot of films, but mainly focused on one lovely Scottish man: Gerard Butler.

Also, check out Josh's podcast Foley! https://open.spotify.com/show/0qa4XltA7B5Eyl4eoiedJ2?si=d7f2de81f2484d2e

Episode 23: 2022 Wrap-up!

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 09:45:00 -0500

Its the Season Finale (!!) and the boyz are here to talk about their most favourite films from 2022 (and some others from other years too). Come join us and listen in as we wrap up this year in film.

Episode 22: Avatar - The Way of Water

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 09:45:00 -0500

It's the penultimate episode for season 1! Come join the boyz as they talk Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar, The Fabelmans, Pinocchio, The Woman King and more!

Episode 21: 1962 Retrospective

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 09:45:00 -0500

The Boyz take a journey back in time to 1962 to discuess Lolita, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance and Sanjuro. They also talk about The Menu, Jingle All the Way, Love Actually, Out of Sight and more!

Episode 20: She Said (2022)

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 09:45:00 -0500

The boyz are back with Best Meh Worst (featuring Sr., Athena, Black Adam and more!), The Shudder Minute, She Said, and Dave's new blus! Its a proper episode innit?

Episode 19: Enola Holmes 2 (2022)

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:45:00 -0500

The Boyz talk about movies on a plane, Barbarian, and Enola Holmes 1 and 2! Help us solve the mystery of whether you should watch 1 or both of them!

Episode 18: Halloween Ends (2022)

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz talk about even more horror movies as October chugs along, including The Luckiest Girl Alive, Salo, V/H/S 99, Brain Damage and of course, the main segment, Halloween Ends!

Episode 17: Werewolf by Night (2022) & other Spooky Tales

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz talk Werewolf by Night (2022), Don't Worry Darling, and so many more movies as they continue to work through their 31 horror movies in October!

Episode 16: The TIFF Recap: A Bvlgari Experience

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:45:00 -0400

Dave and Tony are too old for this S!#t. The boyz recap all of TIFF in the longest episode we have ever done! Listen as we talk: The Fabelmans, Glass Onion, The Whale, Taylor Swift, The Menu, How To Blow Up A Pipeline and so many more!

Episode 15: 1972 - Electric Boogaloo

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz keep rolling back the decades, and this time we are in 1972! Plus, Best, Meh Worst, some stories about TIFF, and Jim's experience at Fan Expo! All that and more on this weeks episode!

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Bonus Episode: TIFF 2022 Quick Hit!

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 14:22:31 -0400

The boyz were on location at TIFF '22, and wanted to provide everyone with a quick shot of a bunch of films they have seen, and a look at whats coming up!

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Episode 14: Director Tony Scott

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 09:45:00 -0400

The Boyz sit down to talk about the better Scott brother. They also finally wrap-up Fantasia, Best Meh Worst returns, and Tony and Dave share their picks for TIFF.

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Episode 13: Still More Fantasia & 1982!

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The Boyz continue to dish about all the Fantasia International Film Fest movies they have watched, and also take a stroll through another year ending in 2 - 1982!

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Interviews: Tara Thorne & Lesley Smith (Compulsus 2022)

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 09:50:00 -0400

In their first ever interview, the boyz sat down with Tara Thorne (director) and Lesley Smith (actor) for Compulsus (2022).

Episode 12: More Fantasia Film Festival & Not Okay (2022)

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The boyz are back to talk about even more Fantasia International Film Festival movies, and they also are not okay at all with Not Okay (2022)

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Bonus Episode: Fantasia Festival (2022) & Nope (2022)

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The boys were accredited for Fantasia International Film Festival so have a listen to talk about some of their first watches! Also, the cosmic fates aligned and the boys all saw Nope, so you know they had to talk about it!

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Episode 11: Where The Crawdads Sing (2022)

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The Boys talk about Top Gun: Maverick (again!), Thor: Love and Thunder, Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, The Man from Toronto, and of course, Where the Crawdads Sing.

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Episode 10: 1992 and YOU!

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The Boyz talk about 3 films from 1992: Reservoir Dogs, Juice, and Death Becomes her!

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Episode 9: Spiderhead (2022)

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The boyz talk about a whole lot of movies, including Cha Cha Real Smooth, Secret Honor, and Twilight. They also talk about Colin Firth... a lot.

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Episode 8: Crimes of the Future (2022)

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:50:00 -0400

Whoops all Cronenberg! The boys talk about the prolific Canadian director David Cronenberg's new film CRIMES OF THE FUTURE, and about Cronenberg's entire body of work.

Editor's note: had to add a bit after the fact, sorry for the audio quality and the phone call notification that comes through!

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Episode 7: Chip ’n Dale: Rescue Rangers (2022)

Tue, 24 May 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The Boys talk about Chip 'n Dale and other Toon Town films! Plus, the return of Best, Meh, Worst!

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Episode 6: Hot Docs (wrap-up) & Uncharted (2022)

Tue, 10 May 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The boyz wrap-up Hot Docs and also talk about Uncharted and the state of video game adaptations.

Bonus Episode: Hot Docs (2022)

Tue, 03 May 2022 09:49:00 -0400

The Boyz talk about the documentaries they've seen at the Hot Docs Festival, along with a special segment of Dave's new blus.

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Episode 5: The Northman (2022)

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:46:00 -0400

AKA an evening with Robert Eggers. The boys discuss all three films by Robert Eggers including his new film, The Northman. We also break down our must sees for Hot Docs as we gear up to cover the festival.

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Episode 4: Morbius (2022)

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:50:00 -0400

The boys talk about a bunch of movies they liked (and loathed) over the last month, dive into the nightmare that is Morbius (2022), and talk about the cinema industry overall.

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Episode 3: Fresh (2022)

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:46:00 -0400

The boys have a postmortem on the Oscars, talk about Fresh, and explore an exciting career in ASMR.

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Bonus Episode: The Oscars (2022)

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 09:48:00 -0400

In this episode, we look at all the movies nominated for the 94th Academy Awards and talk about them, while trying to convince the Criterion Collection to sponsor us.

Editor's note: this episode was recorded prior to the PGA and WGA winners were announced.

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Episode 2: The Batman (2022)

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Tony Dave and James talk about The Batman, and try to make Tony understand that he is not, in fact, vengeance.

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Episode 1: Scream (2022)

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0500

In the inaugural episode, Tony Dave and James begin their podcast journey! There are 3 segments: "Best, Meh & Worst", the main segment on SCREAM (2022) - which includes some spoilers - and our recurring segment "Dave's new blus".

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