Down The Hall

(2016) - Biography, Drama, - PG-13 1 Hr 55min Where to Watch: Red Box Starring: Michael Keaton, Nick Offerman We got McDonalds just for this! Today Chet & Rodney discuss The Founder and ask the question, "what is your Mcdonalds order?"

In this episode, the guys are still saving you 115 hours of wasted time searching for movies but instead of 1 "movie night" pick of the week, Chet and Rodney have THREE great "summer" movies! These are not your typical summer blockbusters. These are movies that the guys think encapsulate all the great things that summer is all about! Campfires, swimming, camping, barbecues, friends, outdoor concerts, and yes, even weddings!

(2014) - Biography, Drama, Thriller - PG-13 1 Hr 54Min Where to Watch: Netflix Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley Today Chet & Rodney discuss The Imitation Game, our favorite Keira Knightley movies, and movies so bad they're good.

(2016) - Biography, Drama - PG-13 1 Hr 58 Min Where to Watch: Red Box, Amazon Rental Starring: Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman, Rooney Mara Today Chet & Rodney discuss Lion, our favorite examples of movies featuring the different actors/actresses for the main characters, and whether Baywatch can legitimately be considered a "movie to avoid" or not.

(2016) - Drama, Fantasy - PG-13 1 Hr 48 Min Where to Watch: Red Box, Amazon Starring: Liam Neeson, Lewis MacDougall, Felicity Jones, Sigourney Weaver Director: J.A. Bayona Topic: "Voice Actors in Live-Action Films" Intro | 0:00 A Monster Calls | 6:58 Ratings/Reviews | 12:23 Movie to Avoid | 19:44 Ever walk out of a bad movie? | 22:21 "Voice Actors in Live-Action Films" | 24:57 Adult Beverage of Choice? | 30:00 Favorite Scenes of A Monster Calls | 32:24 Chet and Rodney are joined by friend of the show, Lyndon Wells from Top10Films.co.uk to discuss A Monster Calls, our favorite examples of voice acting in live-acting films, and even whether staying in the theater for 2 movies is stealing! Lewis MacDougall plays a character who is dealing with the fact that his mother is terminally ill which is contributing to his troubles at school as well as a reoccurring nightmare. The Monster, voiced by Liam Neeson, arrives to teach a few lessons and alter the boy's future while dealing with his present. Despite th

(2016) - Comedy/Drama - R - 1hr 32min Where to Watch: Netflix, Redbox Starring: Keegan-Michael Key, Gillian Jacobs, Mike Birbiglia Director: Mike Birbiglia Topic Discussion: “Would you rather…” Mike Birbiglia takes his experience as a stand-up comedian and applies it to this amazing portrayal of what it is like to try and “make it” in the world of comedy. A group of friends (who perform in an improv comedy group) is faced with the challenge and strain of what happens when one of them finds success and the rest of them do not. Also, in this episode we are joined by Matt Josephs, host of Checked Out in Jersey, to discuss the collaboration with Down the Hall, and the contest the two shows are doing together. Would you rather… In a battle to the death… Rap battle Eminiem? Or Wrap battle Buddy the Elf?

(2013) - Adventure, Comedy, Drama - R - 1hr 35min. Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Intro | 0:00 The Kings of Summer | 6:44 Ratings/Reviews | 13:42 "Best Friends in Movies" | 17:48 Movie to Avoid | 23:40 Favorite Scenes | 30:56 Starring: Nick Robinson, Gabriel Basso, Moises Arias, Nick Offerman Director: Jordan Vogt-Roberts Topic: “Best Friends” in Movies In this coming of age comedy, 2 best friends plan to run away into the woods and build their own house. What follows is a summertime adventure in one of the funniest movies Down the Hall has recommended so far. Looking for a feel good, fun, adventure of film for a movie night this week? The Kings of Summer is the perfect choice.

(2013) Biography, Drama - R - 1hr 25min Where to Watch: Netflix Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Melanie Diaz, Octavia Spencer Director: Ryan Coogler Topic: "Day in the Life Movies" Intro | 0:00 Fruitvale Station | 5:05 Ratings/Reviews | 11:36 "Day in the Life Movies" | 16:58 Movie to Avoid | 21:56 There is something great about a "day in the life movie" done well. Fruitvale Station is Exhibit A. Based on a true story leading up to the events involving Oscar Grant, Fruitvale Station is by no means a feel-good story. However, it accomplishes the very difficult task of creatively telling a story of one day in a man's life who is trying to make constructive decisions to rebuild himself. Fruitvale does this in an interesting and heartfelt way. We aim to help you "Take Back Movie Night" and we think this one will help you do exactly that this week! Also, what is your favorite example of a "day in the life" movie?

(2014) Comedy/Drama - 1hr. 54 min. - R Where to Watch: Netflix Starring: Jon Favreau, Emjay Anthony, John Leguizamo, Robert Downey Jr., Sofia Vergara, Scarlett Johansson, Dustin Hoffman Director: Jon Favreau Intro | 0:00 Spoiler Free Take | 5:36 Ratings/Reviews |15:08 "Movies About Food" | 22:23 Movie to Avoid | 25:48 Jon Favreau plays a celebrity chef who is in a creative rut that quickly turns into a downward spiral. After seemingly losing everything, he looks to renew his perspective, his creative inspiration, and his relationship with his son by starting his own food truck. Heartwarming yet gritty. Chef will not disappoint. It is fun, touching, and most importantly, WORTH YOUR TIME THIS WEEK! What is your favorite movie about food?

In this episode we are joined by Kacey Spivey, Writer/Creator/Producer for Screen Rant. Kacey also plays Daenerys Targaryen (The Mother of Dragons) in Game of Thrones the Musical. Kacey joined the show to ask the question, “Will Dude’s Watch Female-Led Comedies?” Intro | 0:00 The question | 7:10 Kacey's experience | 8:40 Original Female Comedians | 13:01 Favorite Female Comedies | 20:20 Fails | 25:41 Amy Schumer | 31:58 Answering the question | 40:26 Rapid Fire Questions | 41:50 We took a look at some of the classic female comedians who set the foundation for modern comedy (Mary Tyler Moore, and Lucille Ball), and then talked through some of our favorite modern examples of female-led comedies. We also heard from our listeners as they shared their favorite female comedies and paritcipated in a poll: “For the dudes out there, are you LESS likely to watch a female-led comedy? (This is a safe place)” 71% said, “I see them the same as any comedy.” 20% said, “I don’t prefer them.” 9% said, “I’m afraid to a

(2014) Comedy/Drama - 1 hr. 42 min. - PG-13 Where to Watch: Netflix, Amazon Prime Starring: Bill Murray, Naomi Watts, Melissa McCarthy, Chris O’Dowd, Jaeden Lieberher Director: Theodore Melfi ‪Intro | 0:00‬ ‪St. Vincent(Spoiler Free) | 2:38‬ ‪Ratings/Reviews | 9:52‬ ‪Topic: "Unlikely Mentors in Film " | 15:30‬ ‪Movie to Avoid | 20:28‬ ‪Favorite Scenes from St. Vincent | 25:28‬ ‪Outro | 28:10‬ St. Vincent is the story of a boy (Jaeden Lieberher) moving to a new house next door to a disgruntled, bitter, alcoholic, gambling addict, broke, veteran named Vincent (Bill Murray). The only thing less likely than the pairing of these two is the bond that they form. This one is charming, fun and most importantly, worth your time! Let St. Vincent help you take back movie night! KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING: www.downthehallpodcast.com What is your favorite example of an “unlikely mentor”? Rodney said Billy-Bob Thornton in Bad Santa (2003), and Chet added Sam Rockwell in The Way, Way Back (2013).

(2016) Comedy/Drama/Musical - 1 hr. 46 min. - PG-13 Where to Watch: Netflix, Amazon Prime Starring: Ferdia Walsh-Peelo, Kelly Thornton, Jack Reynor Director: John Carney Sing Street tells the story of Connor, a teenager in 1980’s Dublin, who tries to impress a girl by asking her to be in a music video for his (non-existent) band. To his surprise, she says yes. Now he must start a band! This one is unique, fun, playful, charming, and most importantly, worth your time! Let Sing Street help you take back movie night! KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING: What is your favorite musical?

We are joined again by Lyndon Wells from top10films.co.uk to discuss our Top 10 War Films. If you love "war films" this is for you as we talk through several classics. However, if you HATE "war films" then this is also for you since Lyndon, Chet, and Rodney do not typically gravitate towards them either. Also, what makes a "war film"? Is Schindler's List really about war? Lastly, Lyndon sets up a quiz where Rodney and Chet compete against one another for the right to determine the subject of the next "Top 10" episode. Our list: 10. 13 Hours (2016) 9. Enemy at the Gate (2001) 8. Black Hawk Down (2001) 7. Fury (2014) 6. Braveheart (1995) 5. The Great Escape (1963) 4. Platoon (1986) 3. Inglorious Basterds (2009) 2. Saving Private Ryan (1998) 1. Apocalypse Now (1979) You can follow Lyndon on Twitter @lwellsfilm Be sure to check out Lyndon's work on top10films.co.uk

(2016) - Action/Comedy - 116 Minutes - R Where to Watch: HBO, On Demand Stars: Ryan Gosling, Russel Crowe Director: Shane Black The Nice Guys is not your typicL over-the-top comedy, but rather one that tells an actually intriguing story while keeping you laughing with subtlety and quick, clever banter. Two private investigators become unwilling partners in a classic, "Whodunnit?" As they continue to solve the mystery around a death of an actress connected with a disappearance, they are faced with hilarious obstacles and unique characters. What was your favorite scene? Favorite character? TOPIC: Favorite Ryan Gosling Films Please chime in with your answers to these questions at downthehallpodcast.com

(2016) - Comedy/Drama - 118 minutes - R Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Stars: Viggo Mortensen, George MacKay, Samantha Isler Writer/Director: Matt Ross ​Captain Fantastic sounds like the newest addition to the long list of superhero movies, and it the cover art looks like a Wes Anderson film. It is neither of those things. Join Chet and Rodney as they discuss this 2016 film that flew under the radar despite some award nominations. Also, the guys talk through “Child Actors” and how impressive that can be! This film is a story of a well-meaning father (Viggo Mortenson) who has extreme ideas of how his children should be raised. He has removed them from other people altogether and is educating them himself in the wilderness. As the kids are put through challenges both physical and mental, one can’t help but be impressed until circumstances demand that they all must go back into society where the children and their father are confronted by some harsh realities. This one makes you think! We would love to hear

(2013) - Drama - 96 minutes - R Where to Watch: Netflix Cast: Brie Larson, John Gallagher Jr., Rami Malek Director: Destin Daniel Cretton It's rare for a movie this “short” (see what we did there?) to be able to take you on such a remarkable introspective journey. This roller coaster of emotions depicts a short term housing group where kids are sent if they are a danger to themselves or others. We see the story from multiple angles including through the eyes of kids who have been there for years, a girl who arrives for the first time, as well as the human side of the workers, some tenured and some brand new to the job. Join the conversation about this movie: www.downthehallpodcast.com

Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) Adventure, Comedy, Drama - 201 Minutes "A national manhunt is ordered for a rebellious kid and his foster uncle who go missing in the wild New Zealand bush." Cast: Sam Neill, Julian Dennison, Rima Te Wiata Writer: Taika Waititi Director: Taika Waititi

OK so the Oscars have come and gone. La La Land took the win....wait....what? Oh...actually Moonlight won Best Picture. OK that's great. Now you need to know how many of the nominees are worth your time. Hear a quick, bite-sized opinion on each of the nominees. A "Green Light" means to go see it right away. A "Yellow Light" means you can add it to your watch-list but it can wait. A "Red Light" means it's still a good movie and worth seeing, but you do not need to prioritize it. You know someone at work or at dinner will ask if you have seen at least one of these. Let us help you know how to deal with it all. Arrival Fences Hacksaw Ridge Hell or High Water Hidden Figures La La Land Lion Manchester by the Sea Moonlight

The guys are joined by Deron Generally of TheGWW.com (Geeks World Wide) to discuss one of Rodney's least favorite things, and one of Chet's most favorite: the Marvel Cinematic Universe. What is so impressive about it? What has Disney figured out? What is next for this franchise? You can find Deron on Twitter at @grimorian219 and be sure to visit TheGww.com for more great content each week!

Chet and Rodney are joined by Lyndon Wells from Top10Films.co.uk to discuss the best movies of all time to NOT win the Oscar for Best Picture. The guys also take a look at the nominations for Best Picture of 2016 and discuss which film they think should win. For more "Top 10's" be sure to check out Top10Films.co.uk where you can find posts done by Lyndon and his team. The list referenced comes from wegotthiscovered.com and is provided below: 10. Fargo (1996) - Lost to The English Patient 9. LA Confidential (1997) - Lost to Titanic 8. E.T. (1982) - Lost to Ghandi 7. Chinatown (1974) - Lost to The Godfather Part II 6. There Will Be Blood (2007) - Lost to No Country For Old Men 5. Raging Bull (1980) - Lost to Ordinary People 4. The Shawshank Redemption (1994) - Lost to Forrest Gump 3. Apocalypse Now (1979) - Lost to Kramer vs Kramer 2. Goodfellas (1990) - Lost to Dances With Wolves 1. Citizen Kane (1941) - Lost to How Green Was My Valley