Movie Slackers

Chef (2014)

Robin and Sam kicking off 2026 with “Chef”. Written, directed, and starring Jon Favreau. The two discuss the simplicity of the movie and if the lack of stakes worked for them. They also dive into some movie and podcasting goals for the new year.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:29:10 - Movie Reveal
00:37:26 - Movie Discussion & Rating

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

Sam and Robin are wrapping up their month of Christmas movies with 2000’s “How The Grinch Stole Christmas”, starring Jim Carrey. Arguably the defining Grinch for a generation. But on Sam’s first watch, will he agree? Also, Robin and Sam go over their top movies of 2025 and favorite picks from the pod, to wrap up the year. Merry Christmas!
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:30:21 - Movie Reveal
00:35:22 - Movie Discussion & Rating
01:31:40 - End of Year Podcast Stats
 
 

Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

Coming in with another classic from the 40s, Robin picks “Miracle on 34th Street”. A first time watch for him and Sam. Will they find joy and whimsy in its simple story?
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:18:31 - Movie Reveal
00:24:59 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Anna and the Apocalypse

Continuing their Holly Jolly Holiday Month, Sam throws a curve with a Scottish, zombie, Christmas musical! An annual re-watch for him. But as someone who doesn’t like musicals or mixing horror with Christmas, how will Robin feel about the movie? Tune in to find out as the two dive into this indie film.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:22:13 - Movie Reveal
00:27:45 - Movie Discussion & Rating

It's a Wonderful Life

The holiday season is in full swing and the Movie Slackers are kicking off December with the 1946 classic “It’s A Wonderful Life". With neither of them having seen it before, Robin and Sam discuss some of the surprising elements of the movie. From its humor, the strong anti-capitalist values of its protagonist, and how what they both assumed the whole movie was, doesn’t actually happen until nearly the end.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:22:53 - Movie Reveal
00:29:28 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Planes, Trains and Automobiles

It's Thanksgiving! And to celebrate, Sam and Robin are watching a classic comedy, perfect for the holiday, that Robin has never seen before. 1987’s “Planes, Trains and Automobiles”. The two discuss their respective histories with John Candy and Steve Martin's work. They show off their acting chops by reading through a famous scene. And Sam’s mom makes another surprise call-in appearance and sheds some light on why this was Sam's dad’s favorite movie.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:16:36 - Movie Reveal
00:21:48 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Looper

After talking "Back to the Future" last week, we’re traveling through time again! This time with Rian Johnson’s “Looper”. A movie that Robin loved on his first watch. But one that Sam, admittedly, doesn't remember well. On this re-visit, will the sci-fi antics be more clear? And will the hosts connect with the underlying story? Tune in and find out! Also, listen for a surprise guest, when Sam's mom calls him in the middle of recording.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:18:02 - Movie Reveal
00:23:12 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Back to the Future

Grab a Pepsi Free and travel back to 1985 as we revisit Sam’s all-time favorite movie, “Back to the Future”. Sam and Robin take a field trip to the movie theater to watch the film in its 40th anniversary re-release in IMAX. Sam’s take on this movie is clear from the jump. But will Robin enjoy this all time classic?
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:15:31 - Movie Reveal
00:25:03 - Movie Discussion & Rating

High Fidelity

Fresh out of Halloween Month, Robin switches things up by picking a comedy for him and Sam to watch! At least what he thought was a comedy. It turns out he was thinking of a whole other movie. Regardless, Sam and Robin are watching 2000’s “High Fidelity”! They get into the highly unlikable protagonist and go off on many tangents as they try to make sense of the popularity of this movie.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:13:20 - Movie Reveal
00:23:21 - Movie Discussion & Rating

It Follows

Halloween Month has come to an end. And to wrap up the season, Sam picks “It Follows”. A low-budget indie that has developed quite the following of its own, and for good reason. Sam and Robin discuss the effective dread of such a simple concept. And how the film's low budget may have contributed to its betterment.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:26:37 - Movie Reveal
00:36:31 - Movie Discussion & Rating