Man Vs. Movies

In this episode James reviews Edgar Wright's latest film 'Baby Driver' (2017). Joined by guests Nathan, Callum and Matt; they also discuss the 10th episode of the new season of 'Twin Peaks', as well as Martin Scorsese's next film 'The Irishman'. James also gives a shout out to the late George A. Romero and Oscar winner Martin Landau.[This episode contains some minor spoilers for 'Baby Driver' and the new season of 'Twin Peaks'.]Playlist:1. Dave Brubeck - Unsquare Dance2. Bob & Earl - Harlem Shuffle3. Simon & Garfunkel - Baby DriverOriginally aired on July 18th, 2017.Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes.https://www.facebook.com/manvsmovies/Enjoy!

On this episode James has a cold and reviews 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' (2017). Joined by guests Callum and Nathan, they also discuss the 9th episode of the new season of 'Twin Peaks'; theories and speculation abound. James also gives a shout out to the late Joan Lee, wife of Marvel comics legend Stan Lee, as well as the late Nelsan Ellis, who is known for playing Lafayette in 'True Blood'.[This episode contains some minor spoilers for Ep. 9 of the new season of 'Twin Peaks'. Major spoilers for 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' are contained to 35:37 - 45:47 of the episode.]Playlist:1. Ramones - Blitzkrieg Bop2. Danny Elfman - Main Title [Spider-Man OST]3. Michael Giacchino - Spider-Man: Homecoming Suite [Spider-Man: Homecoming OST]Originally aired on July 11th, 2017.Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes.https://www.facebook.com/manvsmovies/Enjoy! 

In this episode James reviews the new Netflix original film 'Okja' (2017), directed by Korean filmmaker Bong Joon-Ho. Joined by guests Nathan and Callum, they also discuss the recent shake up over the new Han Solo spinoff film, the role of streaming services in the future of cinema, other Korean films, and much more. James also gives a shout out to the late Swedish actor Michael Nyqvist, known for his roles in 'John Wick' (2014) and the original 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' (2009).[This episode contains some very minor spoilers for 'Okja']Playlist:1. The Mamas and the Papas - Dedicated to the One I Love2. Lee Byung-Woo - Sudden Attack in Broad Daylight [The Host OST]3. John Denver - Annie's SongOriginally aired on July 4th, 2017.Enjoy!

On this episode I review action comedy 'American Ultra' (2015). We also discuss the 7th and 8th episode of the new season of 'Twin Peaks', and I give a shout out to the late John G. Avildsen.[This episode contains some minor spoilers for 'American Ultra']Originally aired on June 27th, 2017.Enjoy!

In this episode I review 'All Eyez on Me' (2017), the new film based on the life of rapper Tupac. We also discuss other rapper biopics 'Notorious' (2009) and 'Straight Outta Compton' (2015).Originally aired on June 20th, 2017.Enjoy!

On this episode I review 1973 cult classic 'The Long Goodbye', and discuss how it fits in with the New Hollywood movement of the 1960s and '70s.We also discuss the 6th episode of the new season of 'Twin Peaks', and pay tribute to the late Glenne Headly, Peter Sallis and Adam West.Originally aired on June 13th, 2017.Enjoy!

In this episode I review 'Wonder Woman'. I also talk about Patty Jenkins' first film 'Monster', and we discuss the 5th episode of the new season of 'Twin Peaks'.Originally aired on June 6th, 2017.Enjoy!

On this episode we discuss all the latest in movie news including the casting of Josh Brolin as Cable in 'Deadpool 2', Tom Hardy as Venom, and Tom Holland as Nathan Drake in the 'Uncharted' film adaptation. I also review the 5th and final season of 'Samurai Jack', and we discuss the planned 'Resident Evil' reboot, the future of the 'Justice League' movie and much, much more. I also pay tribute to the late great Roger Moore.Originally aired on May 30th, 2017.Enjoy!

In this episode I review 'John Wick: Chapter 2' and we talk about all the things we loved about the first 'John Wick'. We begin the show with a tribute to Chris Cornell and also by discussing the premiere first four episodes of the new season of 'Twin Peaks'.[This episode contains some very mild spoilers for the first four episodes of the new season of 'Twin Peaks'. It also contains some mild spoilers for 'John Wick: Chapter 2']Originally aired on May 23rd, 2017.Enjoy!

On this episode I review prequel sequel; 'Alien: Covenant'. We also talk about the problems with 'Prometheus' and what makes the original 'Alien' so great.[Apologies for the audio quality. There was an issue with the original broadcast.]Originally aired on May 16th, 2017.Enjoy!

In this episode I review social thriller 'Get Out', the feature film directorial debut of Jordan Peele. We also discuss Marvel's upcoming 'Inhumans' and 'Runaways' TV series.[This episode contains some mild spoilers for 'Get Out']Originally aired on May 9th, 2017.Enjoy!

On this episode I review 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2', and we also discuss the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as well as Sony's planned Venom movie.Originally aired on May 2nd, 2017.Enjoy!

In this very special crossover episode Man vs. Movies teams up with car-centric talk show Car Torque to take a look back at all of the Fast and Furious films and discuss the impact they've had on us. We review the latest film in the franchise; 'The Fate of the Furious' and talk about all the great action scenes, crazy stunts and cool cars in the series.[This episode contains spoilers for Fast and Furious 1 - 7]Originally aired on April 25th, 2017.Enjoy!

On this very special episode we take a look back at all 8 Harry Potter films and discuss the impact that the franchise has had. We also discuss the spinoff film 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them'.[This episode contains spoilers for all of the Harry Potter novels and films, as well as 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child', and 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them'].Originally aired on April 18th, 2017.Enjoy!

In this episode I review 'The LEGO Batman Movie', a fun animated adventure that combines two of my favourite things: LEGO and Batman! I also review the first season of Marvel's latest Netflix series; 'Iron Fist'.Originally aired on April 11th, 2017.Enjoy!

On this episode I review 'Power Rangers', the new film based on the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers television show. I also review 'Ghost in the Shell', an action sci-fi film based on the popular anime.[Apologies for the audio quality. There was an issue with the original broadcast.]Originally aired on April 4th, 2017.Enjoy!

In this episode I review Oscar nominated drama 'Fences', directed by and starring Denzel Washington. I also review 'Life', a sci-fi horror film starring Ryan Reynolds and Jake Gyllenhaal.Originally aired on March 28th, 2017.Enjoy!

On this episode I review Oscar nominated drama 'Loving', based on the true story of a couple who inadvertently challenge the law against interracial marriage in the United States in the 1960s. I also review 'A Cure for Wellness', a twisted psychological horror film where nothing is as it seems.Originally aired on March 21st, 2017.Enjoy!

In this episode I finally get around to reviewing 'La La Land', the multi-Academy Award winning musical starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. I also take a look back at the 1952 classic musical 'Singin' in the Rain', as well as review 'Sing Street', an independant Irish film about a group of teenagers growing up in the 1980s who start a pop band. We also recap last week's episode and talk more about 'Logan' and the X-Men franchise.[Apologies for a short change in audio quality. There was an issue with the original broadcast.]Originally broadcast on March 14th, 2017.Enjoy! 

On this special episode I review 'Logan', the film that marks Hugh Jackman's final appearance as popular comic book hero; Wolverine. We also talk about the history of the X-Men, and take a look back at all of the previous X-Men and stand-alone Wolverine films.[Apologies for a short change in audio quality. There was a small issue with the original broadcast.]Originally aired on March 7th, 2017.Enjoy!