Movie Slackers

Lars and the Real Girl

Robin picks another film that he's never seen before, for him and Sam to watch. The 2007 romantic comedy-drama, "Lars and the Real Girl". They discuss the film's themes of loneliness, acceptance, and growth. While sharing how the unconventional love story may not have resonated with them.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:26:58 - Movie Reveal
00:31:48 - Movie Discussion & Rating

The Naked Gun (2025)

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to attend a test screening for a movie? With 2025's “The Naked Gun” now in theaters, Sam talks about having gotten to watch an early cut of the film, almost a year before its official release. He talks about some changes that were made in the final version, the kind of feedback that he left for the movie, and the test screening experience.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:05:33 - Movie Discussion
00:46:36 - Rating

Teen Titans Go! to the Movies

Sam and Robin tackle their first animated film on the podcast, with 2018's "Teen Titans Go! to the Movies". They discuss the film's meta humor about superhero movies and how this version of the team differs from the original animated series. With Robin being a fan of the original Teen Titans show, will he be charmed by the goofiness of the team?
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:23:52 - Movie Reveal
00:33:05 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Superman (2025)

Robin decides that he and Sam will return to the world of Superman, by discussing James Gunn's 2025 version of the character. Will this new take on the famous hero finally resonate with Robin? And will Sam like this iteration of Superman's story as much as previous versions?
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:08:32 - Movie Reveal
00:13:34 - Movie Discussion & Rating (Spoiler Warning)

Role Models

Sam introduces Robin to his favorite Paul Rudd performance with the 2008 comedy, "Role Models". They talk about pessimism and cynicism in Paul Rudd's character and how they feel about the pairings of the four lead characters. And Robin shocks Sam with his reaction to the film.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:07:27 - Movie Reveal
00:12:54 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Noroi: The Curse

Robin picks a found footage horror movie this week and there is…not much to discuss about the movie itself. So instead, the hosts talk about found footage as a sub-genre, their tastes in horror, and Sam holding out on a couch secret.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:10:23 - Movie Reveal
00:23:54 - Movie Summary (trigger warning)
00:36:56 - Movie Discussion & Rating
 

Cool Hand Luke

The guys dive into Sam’s first drama pick, “Cool Hand Luke”. They discuss themes of toxic masculinity, male friendship, and if Luke was actually cool or really just sad.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:11:49 - Movie Reveal
00:19:15 - Movie Discussion & Rating

All My Friends Hate Me

This week, Robin picks a movie that neither he or Sam have seen before. The 2021 dark comedy/horror film, "All My Friends Hate Me". The two discuss the themes of social anxiety and how growing up means that you sometimes outgrow certain people.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:44 - Movie Reveal
00:08:18 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure

This week, Sam and Robin watch the 1989 sci-fi buddy comedy "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure". They discuss the film's use of time travel and the titular characters' friendship. With it being Robin's first time watching the film, will he think it's excellent or totally bogus?
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:57 - Movie Reveal
00:09:46 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Superman (1978)

With the upcoming release of James Gunn's "Superman" reboot, Robin admits that he's never been able to connect with the character. He decides to go back to the titular hero's big screen debut, so he and Sam can discuss how the character may or may not resonate with them.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:56 - Movie Reveal
00:10:39 - Movie Discussion & Rating