Showing posts with label Oscars. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Oscars. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

CLXV: The Cursed, Fast Times at Ridgemont High Deep Dive

 Recorded - 2/27/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review a small horror film in theaters before deep diving one of the most iconic 80's high school movies celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.  Here are the highlights:
  • Oscars, SAG Updates, and Hot Takes (0:00)
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Review: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (15:40)
    • Terry's Oscar Review: War Witch (19:00)
    • Zach's Review: The People Next Door (22:30)
  • Featured Review: The Cursed (26:00)
  • 40th Anniversary Deep Dive: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (39:20)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Movie Stoners & Recasting (1:05:30)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:35:10)
    • Stickman, Douchebag, Best Scene (1:50:40)
    • Gripes & Conspiracies (2:02:15)
    • MVP, LVP, Quote of the Day (2:07:10)
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Sunday, February 27, 2022

Daly Notes: 2022 Independent Spirit Awards Preview - Who We Voted For!

On this episode of Daly Notes, Adam is joined by Todd Plucknett as they discuss the 2022 Spirit Awards. As they are both Film Independent members they can vote on the nominees of the Spirit Awards! Todd and Adam break down each category and tell you who they both voted for! Drive My Car! The Lost Daughter! Zola! The Novice! Mass! Pig!

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

CLXIV: The Worst Person in the World, Dog, Worst Post-Nom Careers

 Recorded - 2/20/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we discuss a surprise Oscar hit that finally got a wide theatrical release before reviewing the latest Channing Tatum movie.  Then, we count down the top film careers that didn't quite live up to the hype of an Oscar nomination.  We end with some trivia about the greatest songs in movie history.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Review: The Beta Test (6:30)
    • Zach's Review: Normal Life (9:30)
    • Terry's Oscar Review: 5 Broken Cameras (12:30)
  • Featured Review: The Worst Person in the World (17:30)
  • Featured Review: Dog (36:45)
  • Power Rankings: Worst Post Oscar-Nominated Career (48:30)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:32:55)
  • Trivia
    • Terry's Trivia Review: Zola (1:40:15)
    • Zach's Trivia Review: Black Bear (1:44:45)
    • Trivia: Top 100 Songs (1:50:10)
  • Quote of the Day (1:56:30)
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Sunday, February 6, 2022

CLXII: Jackass Forever, Oscar Nomination Predictions, Obnoxious Movie Trailers

 Recorded - 2/6/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the latest entry into the Jackass franchise before giving our final predictions of the names read on Oscar nomination morning.  We then reminisce about the most obnoxious movie trailers we have experienced over the years.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Indie Spirit Review: Pleasure (6:50)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (9:45)
    • Zach's Review: Pam & Tommy debut (14:25)
  • Featured Review: Jackass Forever (18:30)
  • Spotlight: Oscar Nomination Predictions (34:40)
  • Power Rankings: Obnoxious Movie Trailers (1:11:15)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:52:50)
  • Trivia
    • Todd's Trivia Review: La notres (1:56:50)
    • Terry's Trivia Review: Grizzly Man (2:00:20)
    • Trivia: Jackass Box Office (2:07:35)
  • Quote of the Day (2:14:20)
Read Todd's Final Oscar Nomination Prediction Article: https://almostsideways.blogspot.com/2022/02/2022-oscar-predictions-final.html




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Wednesday, February 2, 2022

CLXI: Home Team, Knocked Up Deep Dive

 Recorded - 1/30/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we discuss what movies we will be talking about in next year's Oscar race, review a new Netflix movie related to the NFL, and deep dive an instant comedy classic celebrating 15 years this year.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Way Too Early 2023 Oscar Predictions (7:40)
    • Zach Review: Parallel Mothers (14:00)
    • Terry Oscar Review: The Impossible (17:10)
  • Featured Review: Home Team (22:00)
  • 15th Anniversary Deep Dive: Knocked Up
    • Trivia (35:30)
    • Revisiting Knocked Up (49:10)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Apatow Actors & Recasting (1:00:10)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:21:00)
    • Stickman, Douchebag, Best Scene (1:32:45)
    • Gripes and Conspiracies (1:45:40)
    • MVP, LVP, Quote of the Day (1:53:20)




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Tuesday, January 25, 2022

CLX: A Hero, A Family, The Rescue, Unsung / Unexpected Heroes

 Recorded - 1/23/2022

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we discuss the latest film from one of our favorite filmmakers before reviewing a couple films that topped our favorite films of 2021 lists.  Then, we count down the most unsung / unexpected heroes in movies and TV.  For trivia, we relive some AFI top movie lists.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd Review: Ozark Season 4 (5:45)
    • Terry Oscar Review: Spellbound (8:30)
    • Zach Review: Drive My Car (11:15)
  • Featured Review: A Hero (14:50)
  • Top 10 Review: A Family (30:00)
  • Top 10 Review: The Rescue (39:05)
  • Power Rankings: Unsung / Unexpected Heroes (53:00)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:28:00)
  • Trivia: AFI Lists (1:34:15)
  • Quote of the Day (1:44:30)



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Wednesday, January 5, 2022

CLVII: The Lost Daughter, Holiday Season Wrap-Up, First Time Watches of 2021

 Recorded - 1/2/2022

On this jam-packed episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we ring in the new year with a review of a potential awards player that just hit Netflix before wrapping all the many movies we saw over the holidays.  We then start an end of 2021 conversation by recapping the best non-2021 movies we watched in 2021.  Here are the highlights:
  • Featured Review: The Lost Daughter (7:00)
  • Holiday Season Wrap-Up
    • Terry Oscar Reviews: For the Boys & Bridget Jones's Diary (25:00)
    • Terry Review: Christmas in Connecticut (29:00)
    • Zach Review: Red Rocket (31:40)
    • Adam Review: Pig (35:30)
    • Todd Review: The Card Counter (38:50)
    • Terry Review: Swan Song (43:15)
    • Zach Review: American Underdog (48:30)
    • Adam Review: tick, tick, ... BOOM! (54:00)
    • Todd Review: Don't Look Up (56:10)
    • Terry Review: Being the Ricardos (1:06:30)
  • Power Rankings: Best First Time Watches of 2021 (1:14:10)
  • Trivia Reviews
    • Zach Trivia Review: Calm with Horses (1:56:35)
    • Adam Trivia Reviews: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington & Barb and Star Go to Vista del Mar (2:00:40)
    • Todd Trivia Review: Maid (2:04:55)
    • Terry Trivia Review: Kubo and the Two Strings (2:07:45)
  • Quote of the Day (2:10:00)



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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

CLV: West Side Story (2021), Favorite Spielberg Films

Recorded 12/12/2021

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, Terry and Zach are joined by Adam Daly as we review the latest Broadway hit to come to the theater: West Side Story.  Then we count down our favorite films from the director of West Side Story: Steven Spielberg, one of the greatest directors of all time.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Adam's Review: Spencer (6:15)
    • Zach's Review: Elf (9:45)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Hell and Back Again (14:00)
  • Featured Review: West Side Story (2021) (17:30)
  • Power Rankings: Favorite Steven Spielberg Films (52:45)
    • Guessing Todd's List (1:40:15)
  • Trivia: Zach's Random Lists (1:47:30)
  • Quote of the Day (2:03:45)



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Tuesday, December 7, 2021

CLIV: The Power of the Dog, The Pledge Deep Dive

 Recorded - 12/5/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review one of the frontrunners for Best Picture at the Oscars this year!  Then, we deep dive a small film with a huge cast celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Awards Update (6:20)
    • Zach Review: C'mon C'mon (12:10)
    • Terry Oscar Review: Rio (15:30)
  • Featured Review: The Power of the Dog (21:40)
  • 20th Anniversary Deep Dive: The Pledge
    • Trivia & Mt. Rushmore of Larrys (47:20)
    • Revisiting and Recasting The Pledge (1:05:20)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:36:20)
    • Stickman, Douchebag, Best Scene, Sequel (1:44:50)
    • Gripes/Conspiracy Theories (1:53:40)
    • LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (1:57:20)



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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

CLIII: House of Gucci, King Richard, Non-Christmas Holiday Movies

 Recorded - 11/28/21

We are back after a week off with a new episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast!  We review two big releases (House of Gucci, King Richard) before counting down the best non-Christmas Holiday movies.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach Review: tick, tick, ... BOOM! (3:35)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Reviews: LaLee's Kin: The Legacy of Cotton & Undefeated (7:35)
    • Todd's Reviews: Matt Dillon's Employee of the Month & Belfast (16:40)
  • Featured Review: House of Gucci (22:15)
  • Featured Review: King Richard (44:55)
  • Power Rankings: Non-Christmas Holiday Movies (1:06:45)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:49:00)
  • Trivia
    • Trivia Review: Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar (1:51:40)
    • Trivia: Ridley Scott & Christmas Movies (1:59:30)
  • Quote of the Day (2:13:45)



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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

CLII: Passing, Belfast, Alpha Dog Deep Dive

 Recorded - 11/14/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review a possible awards contender new to Netflix and a Best Picture frontrunner new to theaters.  Then, we review one of Todd's favorites from 15 years ago.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach Review: The French Dispatch (5:50)
    • Todd's Matt Dillon Review: City of Ghosts (10:30)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: In Darkness (12:50)
  • Featured Review: Passing (17:00)
  • Featured Review: Belfast (30:00)
  • Deep Dive: Alpha Dog
    • Trivia (42:00)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Second Generation Directors & Recasting (1:06:40)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:38:30)
    • Stickman, Douchebag, Scene (1:52:30)
    • If There Were a Sequel, Gripes, and Conspiracies (2:02:30)
    • LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (2:08:50)



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Wednesday, November 3, 2021

CL: Last Night in Soho, Top Gun Deep Dive

 Recorded - 10/30/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the latest from Edgar Wright before deep diving an 80's classic.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach's Criterion Review: The Double Life of Veronique (6:50)
    • Todd's Matt Dillon Review: Golden Gate (9:40)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Promises (12:50)
  • Featured Review: Last Night in Soho (19:00)
  • Deep Dive: Top Gun
    • Trivia (36:00)
    • First Reactions (47:40)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Movie Pilots (1:06:40)
    • Recasting Top Gun (1:18:00)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:34:20)
    • Stickman, Douchebag, Best Scene (1:49:30)
    • Gripes and Conspiracies (2:00:40)
    • LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (2:08:20)



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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

CXLIX: Dune, Oscar Outlook, Greatest Sci-Fi Films

 Recorded - 10/24/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we review the unreviewable: Dune.  We also take a look at how the Oscar races are shaping up after the major fall festivals.  Then we count down the greatest sci-fi films of all time.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Matt Dillon Review: Lover Boy (8:00)
    • Zach's Reviews: I'm Your Man, Maid (10:40)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: The Affair of the Necklace (15:15)
  • Featured Review: Dune (20:20)
  • 2022 Oscar Outlook (40:30)
  • Power Rankings: Greatest Sci-Fi Films (56:15)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:41:30)
  • Trivia Time!
    • Trivia Review: The Tomorrow War (1:44:30)
    • Trivia: Sci-Fi Films & Franchises (1:57:40)
  • Quote of the Day (2:08:10)



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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

CXLVI: The Many Saints of Newark, Little Children Deep Dive

 Recorded - 10/3/2021

On this week's episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, the crew reviews the prequel film to a monumental HBO TV series.  Then we deep dive the second (and latest) film from Todd Field.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Matt Dillon Review: The Art of the Steal (6:30)
    • Zach's Review: Titane (8:15)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Anonymous (12:10)
  • Featured Review: The Many Saints of Newark (17:40)
  • 15th Anniversary Deep Dive: Little Children
    • Trivia (33:40)
    • Initial Thoughts (45:30)
    • Mt. Rushmore: 3rd Person Narration & Recasting (1:00:00)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:29:40)
    • Biggest Stickman / Douchebag, Best Scene, Sequel (1:46:40)
    • Gripes, Flaws, Conspiracies (1:59:50)
    • LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (2:07:00)



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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

CXLV: Dear Evan Hansen, Greatest Musical Numbers

 Recorded - 9/25/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we discuss the latest Broadway adaptation to hit theaters before counting down the greatest musical numbers of all time.  Then, for trivia, we examine the careers of a married couple which happened to share the same birthday.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach's Criterion Review: The Vanishing (5:40)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Monsieur Lazhar (8:00)
    • Todd's Matt Dillon Review: Liar's Moon (12:30)
  • Featured Review: Dear Evan Hansen (16:45)
  • Power Rankings: Greatest Musical Numbers in Musicals (45:00)
    • Guessing Adam's List (1:23:20)
  • Trivia
    • Zach's Trivia Review: Deadpool (1:28:00)
    • Todd's Trivia Review: Body Heat (1:34:45)
    • Trivia: Filmographies of Michael Douglas & Catherine Zeta-Jones (1:37:50)
  • Quote of the Day (1:47:30)



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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

CXLIV: Cry Macho, Mission: Impossible Deep Dive

 Recorded - 9/18/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, the trio is back together!  We start out discussing if A Beautiful Mind were made in the 70's before paying tribute to the one and only Norm Macdonald.  Then, we review the latest from Clint Eastwood before deep diving the movie that started a franchise.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Matt Dillon Review: Deuces Wild (17:50)
    • Zach's Review: The Eyes of Tammy Faye (20:20)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius (23:10)
  • Featured Review: Cry Macho (28:00)
  • Deep Dive: Mission: Impossible
    • Trivia (43:40)
    • Initial Thoughts (55:30)
    • Mt. Rushmore: Movies Based on TV Shows & Recasting (1:06:00)
    • Highest WAR, Worst Performance, Minor Character (1:23:20)
    • Stickman, Douchebag, Best Scene (1:35:00)
    • If there was a spin off, Gripes, Conspiracies (1:42:00)
    • LVP, MVP, Quote of the Day (1:51:10)



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Thursday, September 9, 2021

CXLII: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Top 100 of All Time - #'s 10-1

 Recorded 9/5/21

On this extended episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, the four of us discuss the newest Marvel movie to hit theaters before the big reveal of each of our top 10 films of all time.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching (4:00)
    • Adam: Don't Breathe 2
    • Todd: You, Me, and Dupree
    • Zach: House of Hummingbirds
    • Terry: Rambling Rose
  • Featured Review: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (19:20)
  • Top 100 of All Time: #'s 10-1
    • 10-8 (38:50)
    • 7-5 (1:33:40)
    • 4-2 (2:11:00)
    • #1 (2:46:40)
    • Recaps, Prop Bets, Quote of the Day (2:55:50)



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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

CXLI: Candyman, Top 100 of All Time - #'s 20-11, Best A24 Scenes

 Recorded 8/28/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we discuss the latest box office champ in Candyman.  We count down 20-11 on our individual lists of the Top 100 films of all time.  We also come up with our top 5 A24 films.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Todd's Search for a New Category: Matt Dillon Edition - Proxima (9:50)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (13:40)
    • Zach's Review: The Chair TV show (19:30)
  • Featured Review: Candyman (23:00)
  • Power Rankings: Best A24 Scenes (40:40)
  • Top 100 of All Time: #'s 20-11
  • Trivia
    • Terry's Trivia Review: Come and See (1:54:00)
    • Todd's Trivia Review: Turtles Can Fly (1:58:35)
    • Trivia: Winner, Nominated, NoNom - September Edition (2:02:05)
  • Quote of the Day (2:07:45)



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Wednesday, August 25, 2021

CXL: Annette, Top 100 of All Time - #'s 30-21, Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (Deep Dive)

 Recorded - 8/22/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we continue our countdown to our #1 films of all time.  We also review a festival favorite starring Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard before deep diving a Zach guilty pleasure from his childhood.  Here are the highlights:
  • What We've Been Watching
    • Zach Review: Respect (1:50)
    • Terry Reviews: Beginners (Oscar Anniversary) & The Protege (4:50)
    • Todd Search for a New Category: Mickey Rourke Edition - White Sands (11:10)
    • Adam Review: Major Payne (14:50)
  • Top 100 of All Time: #'s 30-21 (17:50)
  • Featured Review: Annette (49:40)
  • Deep Dive: Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult
    • Trivia (1:04:00)
    • Recasting, Highest WAR, Worst Performance (1:25:30)
    • Minor Character, Douchebag, Stickman (1:36:40)
    • Best Scene, Flaws, and Gripes (1:42:00)
    • MVP, LVP, Quote of the Day (1:51:30)



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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

CXXVIII: Cruella, A Quiet Place Part II, One Word Name Films

 Recorded - 5/31/21

On this episode of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, our three hosts (Terry Plucknett, Zach Saltz, Todd Plucknett) review two films that marked the start of summer blockbuster season and the return to theaters for so many.  Then, in honor of one of our reviewed movies, we count down our favorite one word name film titles.  Here are the highlights:

  • What We've Watching
    • Todd's Cager Review: Looking Glass (6:00)
    • Zach's Criterion Review: The Friends of Eddie Coyle (10:15)
    • Terry's Oscar Anniversary Review: Ghost World (14:40)
  • Featured Review: Cruella (22:30)
  • Featured Review: A Quiet Place Part II (39:00)
  • Power Rankings: One Word Name Films (55:00)
  • Trivia
    • Trivia Reviews: Drunks & The Man in the Moon (1:36:20)
    • Trivia: First Names of Oscar Nominated Performances (1:47:10)
  • Quote of the Day (1:58:00)



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