Matinee Heroes

LORD OF THE RINGS: FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING A shy young hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits a simple gold ring. He knows the ring has power, but not that he alone holds the secret to the survival--or enslavement--of the entire world.  Now Frodo, accompanied by a wizard, an elf, a dwarf, two men and three loyal hobbit friends, must become the greatest hero the world has ever known to save the land and the people he loves. Craig and Alan kick off a month long look at the Lord of the Rings starting with guest Valerie Cameron (@moviesmakeus on twitter) as they talk about the defense of Boromir, how the internet shaped the trilogy, the gleeful lack of Tom Bombadil and the movie “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:05 Craig, Alan and Valerie jump right in and discuss "Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring". 59:27 INTERMISSION - Contest rules: We’re celebrating this great series of podcasts by giving away The Lord of The Rings Trilogy: 4K Ultra HD Bl

SAVING PRIVATE RYAN Welcome to Episode 8 of Season 3 Show Notes To honor Memorial Day, Gaggle of Geeks co-hosts Patrick Beatty and Chaz Evan battle it out to prove which geek is best as they recast Saving Private Ryan. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

GHOSTBUSTERS When college profs Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler lose their university jobs, they decide to go freelance, de-haunting houses in a new ghost removal service., their first order of business becomes saving beautiful cellist Dana Barrett and nerdy Louis Tully, who’ve inadvertently opened the gates to an interdimensional being who wants to destroy our world! Craig, Alan and guest Zaki Hasan (@ZakisCorner on twitter) talk about awful nerd dating techniques, the defense of Walter Peck, horror comedies and the movie “Ghostbusters” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig and Alan welcome Zaki Hasan to find out what his podcast The Movie Film Podcasts is up to and what his favorite 80's films are. 7:52 Craig, Alan and Zaki discuss "Ghostbusters" 43:02 Recasting 1:16:16 Double Feature 1:18:36 Final Thoughts 1:21:02 A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring" Next week we start a special month long look at the Lord of t

THE CANNONBALL RUN Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 3 Show Notes On your mark, get set…Castoff!!! the Cannonball Run. Steve Kondrick and Devin Pike will recast the Burt Reynolds classic Cannonball Run If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

BEVERLY HILLS COP After his childhood buddy is murdered while visiting Detroit, rebellious cop Axel Foley follows the leads to Beverly Hills, Calif., under the auspices of a vacation. He checks in with old friend Jenny Summers and starts to believe her boss, art dealer Victor Maitland might somehow be involved in the murder. Craig is joined by Steve and Izzy from Everything I Learned from Movies (@EILFMovies on twitter) to discuss classic Eddie Murphy, 80’s soundtracks, Podcart Fest 2.0 and the movie “Beverly Hills Cop” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:51 Craig, co-host Izzy Fischer and guest Steve Kondrick from Everything I Learned from Movies talk about Welcome to the June-gle and PodCartFest 2.0 in July. 8:22 Craig, Izzy and Steve discuss "Beverly Hills Cop" 35:30 Recasting 54:50 Double Feature 57:54 Final Thoughts 1:02:26 A preview of next week's episode "Ghostbusters" Next week Epic Eighties month comes to an end with Zaki Hasan and "Ghostbusters"

OCEAN'S 8 Welcome to Episode 6 of Season 3 Show Notes Utah Remote Con is back for week 2 and so it the CastOFF! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake and Val try and defeat last week's winner Tracy as they recast Ocean's 8. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LETHAL WEAPON Following the death of his wife, Los Angeles police detective Martin Riggs becomes reckless and suicidal. When he is reassigned and partnered with Roger Murtaugh, Riggs immediately clashes with the older officer. Together they uncover a massive drug-trafficking ring and as they encounter increasingly dangerous situations, Riggs and Murtaugh begin to form a bond. Riggs' volatile behavior might just help them apprehend the criminals -- if it doesn't kill them both first. Craig is joined by Co-host Elisabeth Rappe (@elisabethrappe on twitter) and guest Rob Ervin (@YesThatRobErvin)as they discuss buddy films, police cops, Elisabeth’s obsession with Mel Gibson and the movie “Lethal Weapon” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:07 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob share their favorite 80's movies. Rob gives us an update on the Clubhouse Podcast. 10:33 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob discuss "Lethal Weapon" 58:38 Recasting 1:34:36 Double Feature 1:41:54 Final Thoughts 1:47:35 A preview of n

OCEAN'S ELEVEN Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 3 Show Notes Utah Remote Con is back and this time they brought CastOFF with them! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake, Val and Tracy face off against each other as they recast Ocean's 11. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

TOP GUN The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman. But Maverick isn't only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he's also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood. Craig and guest co-host Jake Dietz (@ThatJakeDietz on twitter) talk about Naval propaganda films, fighter jets, Utah Remote-Con and the movie "Top Gun" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:56 Craig and Jake talk about the upcoming Utah Remote-Con happening May 10th through the 22nd online at https://www.youtube.com/c/Stolendroids. 8:27 Craig and Jake discuss "Top Gun" 33:18 Recasting 49:11 Double Feature 52:00 Final Thoughts 56:24 A preview of next week's episode "Lethal Weapon" Next week Epic Eighties month continues with th

ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY Welcome to Episode 4 of Season 3 Show Notes To celebrate May 4th, we have two newcomers as Elisabeth Rappe battles filmmaker Tami Anderson as they try to get the plans to destroy the death star in Rogue one. 27:57 The Post Show reveals what would have been Liz and Richard's pick for Riz Ahmed's Bohdi Rook and their tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the two for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE KARATE KID Daniel moves to Southern California with his mother, but quickly finds himself the target of a group of bullies who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi, an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate and preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai. Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly (@infamousKidd on twitter) discuss character growth, Billy’s Getting Old Quickly podcast, way too much about Cobra Kai and the movie “The Karate Kid” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:53 Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly talk about mental health, the subject of Billy's Getting Old Quickly podcast. 21:13 Craig, Alan and Billy discuss "The Karate Kid" 1:04:22 Recasting 1:35:30 Double Feature 1:39:40 Final Thoughts 1:44:58 A preview of next week's episode "Top Gun" Next week Epic Eighties month continues with th

MRS. DOUBTFIRE Welcome to Episode 3 of Season 3 Show Notes Nerdy Bitches podcast Liz Serna goes up against Celtic Ray Filmworks Richard Jensen in one of the most difficult recasts yet: Robin Williams and Mrs. Doubtfire 33:00 The Post Show reveals what would have been Liz and Richard's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the two for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

MAGGIE After his daughter is infected with a virus that transforms her into a zombie, a small-town farmer will stop at nothing to save her. Arnold April ends with Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talking about, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s dramatic acting chops, Alan’s anniversary, blasting faces off and the movie Maggie on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:59 Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about Alan's anniversary and Brendan's blog NormanNerd.blogspot.com 11:08 Craig, Alan and Brendan "Maggie" 37:35 Recasting 53:10 Double Feature 1:00:48 Final Thoughts 1:07:43 A preview of next week's episode "The Karate Kid" Next week we start Epic Eighties month with an epic sage of bullies and crane kicks with "The Karate Kid"

ZACK SNYDER'S JUSTICE LEAGUE Welcome to Episode 2 of Season 3 Show Notes Metal Geek Cary Gordon is back to play against Ben Jones, owner of Big Water Brewery to recast the most talked about movie of 2021: Zack Snyder's Justice League 33:43 The Post Show reveals what would have been Cary and Ben's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the guys for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

KINDERGARTEN COP A macho cop, adept at dealing with crooks on the street, goes undercover as a teacher and meets the toughest gang he has ever encountered - a room full of five-year-olds! Craig and guest co-host Liz Serna (@nerdybitchespod on twitter) talk about substitute teachers, Arnolds Smile, a month of Keanu Reeves and the movie Kindergarten cop on this week’s Matinee heroes! Show Notes 0:46 Craig and guest co-host Liz Serna talk about favorite Schwarzenegger movies and having a full month of Keanu Reeves podcasts for Nerdy Bitches in April. 8:40 Craig and Liz discuss "Kindergarten Cop" 32:22 Recasting 52:36 Double Feature 54:46 Final Thoughts 59:29 A preview of next week's episode "Maggie" The end of Arnold April is an end of the world movie with surprising depth in "Maggie"

BEST IN SHOW Welcome to Season 3 of the CastOFF! But Season 1 of the audio podcast version. Show Notes 0:53 The Clubhouse Podcast host Rob Ervin, the current and season 2 champion and season 1 champion Randy REDACTED from the Cult 45 Podcast compete in Game 1 of the new season. 33:11 The Post Show reveals Rob and Randy's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the guys for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey.

TOTAL RECALL Douglas Quaid is a bored construction worker in the year 2084 who visits "Rekall," a company that plants false memories into people's brains, in order to experience the thrill of Mars without having to travel there. But something goes wrong during the procedure; Quaid discovers that his entire life is actually a false memory and that the people who implanted it in his head now want him dead. Craig and guest co-host Devin Pike (@justdevin on twitter) talk fake heads, what is real vs what is a dream, the The Big Film Show and the movie "Total Recall" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Season 3 of the CastOFF returns Tuesday April 13 at 9pmEst 6pmPST th as Season 1 Champ Randy Redacted takes on Season 2 champ Rob Ervin for the only movie that can adequately describe them: Best in Show Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. But this season you can listen here for the audio version of the show with the bonus post show included exclusively on Matinee

CONAN THE BARBARIAN Orphaned boy Conan is enslaved after his village is destroyed by the forces of vicious necromancer Thulsa Doom. Once he reaches adulthood, Conan sets off across the prehistoric landscape of the Hyborian Age in search of the man who killed his family and stole his father's sword. Craig and Alan are joined by  Steve and Izzy (EILFMovies on twitter) as they talk swords and sandals, the allure of Arnold, Podcart Fest and the movie “Conan the Barbarian” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:57 Craig, Alan and guests Steve and Izzy of  Everything I Learned From Movies to talk about the upcoming Podcart Fest this April 10th and movies they loved in the 80's. 11:34 Craig, Alan, Steve and guests Steve and Izzy discuss "Conan the Barbarian" 41:55 Recasting 1:07:01 Double Feature 1:11:47 Final Thoughts 1:19:29 A preview of next week's episode "Total Recall" Get ready for a surprise! Arnold April continues with the mind-bending "Total Recall"  

JOJO RABBIT JoJo is a lonely German boy who discovers that his single mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his imaginary friend -- Adolf Hitler -- JoJo must confront his blind nationalism as World War II continues to rage on. Craig Alan and guest Cary Gordon (@metalgeeks on twitter) talk about propaganda, deprogramming loved ones, MSRcast’s live streams and the movie JoJo Rabbit on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:55 Craig, Alan and guest Cary Gordon talk about what's new with the Metal Geeks latest streams. 9:26 Craig, Alan and guest Cary Gordon discuss "JoJo Rabbit" 29:30 Recasting 50:00 Double Feature 53:56 Final Thoughts 59:10 A preview of next week's episode "Conan the Barbarian" Next week starts an entire month dedicated to Arnold Schwarzenegger and we start with one of his earliest movies "Conan The Barbarian"

AMERICAN HISTORY X Living a life marked by violence and racism, neo-Nazi Derek Vinyard finally goes to prison after killing two black youths who tried to steal his car. Upon his release, he vows to change his ways and hopes to prevent his younger brother, who idolizes Derek, from following in his footsteps. Craig and guest cohost Valerie Cameron (@moviesmakeus on twitter) discuss Neo-Nazis, understanding ignorance, Movies That Make Us’ upcoming 100th episode and the movie “American History X” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:13 Craig and guest Valerie Cameron discuss Movies That Make Us' upcoming 100th episode and some of their goings on lately. 8:46 Craig and Valerie discuss "American History X" 41:28 Recasting 53:25 Double Feature 58:28 Final Thoughts 1:00:43 A preview of next week's episode "Jojo Rabbit" Next week, F#@K Nazis month ends with the feel good hit of 2019 "JoJo Rabbit"