Movie Slackers

Nebraska

In a surprise twist, Sam lets Robin pick his movie this week. Resulting in them watching 2013’s “Nebraska” for the first time. They match the leisurely pace of the film while discussing the subtleties of its style, the interesting cast of characters, and small town living.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:15:04 - Movie Reveal
00:21:51 - Movie Discussion & Rating

Pixar's "Soul"

Robin picks one of his favorite movies for a re-watch this week, with 2020’s “Soul”. He dives into why he turns to this movie and its lessons when he’s stuck in a rut. And as Robin embarks on an existential crisis, he and Sam discuss their own personal “sparks”. As well as some glaring issues with the movie.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:22:09 - Movie Reveal
00:27:45 - Movie Discussion & Rating

School of Rock

Sam introduces Robin to the 2003 Jack Black comedy, "School of Rock". They discuss their own histories with music classes, as well as Jack Black’s eccentricities, the wholesomeness of the young cast, and Sam’s only two flaws in what he considers an otherwise perfect movie.
 
00:00:00 - Introduction & Chit-chat
00:08:20 - Movie Reveal
00:14:56 - Movie Discussion & Rating

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