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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Crimson Peak
A Quiet Place
Doctor Zhivago
Paddington 2
Vertigo
Casablanca
Black Swan
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Robin Williams
Chocolate Factory
Roald Dahl
Evil Dead 2
Employment Rights
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Peter Pan
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A movie podcast of swashbuckling and derring do!

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes308Founded9 years ago
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THE LONG GOODBYE Private detective Philip Marlowe gives his friend Terry Lennox a ride to Mexico. But when Marlowe gets back to Los Angeles, he is pulled into the investigation of Terry’s wife’s death. Then comes word that Terry has died by suicide i... more

REAR WINDOW Confined to his apartment with a broken leg, a newspaper photographer passes the time by watching the lives unfolding outside his window. But what starts as idle curiosity turns into something far more dangerous when he becomes convinced ... more

CHINATOWN A Los Angeles private detective thinks he is handling a routine infidelity case, until he meets the man’s real wife and realizes he was hired by an impostor. When the husband turns up dead, the case pulls him into a web of corruption, decep... more

THE THIRD MAN Holly Martins, a writer of pulp Westerns, arrives broke to visit his childhood friend Harry Lime, only to discover that Harry is dead. Suspicious circumstances surrounding the death, including reports of a mysterious third man at the sc... more

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Recent Guests

Brendan Agnew
Guest contributing to the film discussion
Episode: Legends of the Fall
Cary Gordon
Podcaster known for his work on the Metal Geeks Podcast
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Episode: Sisu
Valerie Cameron
Film critic and host of What To See With Val
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Episode: Judgement at Nuremberg
Mark Woodring
Guest from the Visually Stunning Movie Podcast
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Episode: Night Shift
Jenn Rohm
Film festival reporter and movie reviewer
Selig Polyscope
Episode: Uncle Buck
Annie Bulloch
Episode: Captain Ron
Tami Anderson
Panel organizer and film enthusiast
Episode: Gone with the Wind
Blake Casselman
Filmmaker and guest at the episode
Limbo
Episode: The Deer Hunter
Ryley Brown
Guest speaker and film enthusiast
Episode: Titanic

Hosts

Craig Price
Host of Matinee Heroes; long-time presenter and interviewer with a focus on film history and genre analysis.
Elisabeth Rapp
Co-host and dedicated discussion partner, contributing critical insights and conversational energy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Leftist Drivel

    So much leftism. So little time. Every show is indoctrination of the rankest type.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    horgar
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the passion !

    Craig’s showmanship and Alan’s critic background give this podcast a unique flavor among movie podcasts. Carry on, gents!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HurmHurmHurm
    United States4 years ago
  • Great insights by 2 great movie buffs !!

    Extremely fun & educational

    Listen for all movie fans .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Damir C
    United States6 years ago
  • Alan and Craig educate and entertain.

    Tune in each week with Alan and Craig for a walk down cinematic memory lane as they talk about fantastic “heroic” films both old and new!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    super ultra mega gay
    United States7 years ago
  • A movie lover’s podcast

    If you love movies and hearing two experts talk about them, this is the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robb Zipp
    United States8 years ago

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John Cleese – April 2019 – CONversation with Craig
Q: Is there anything you did that you wish you would have done in a different way?
John reflected on a missed opportunity to kill Rupert Murdoch, humorously noting that he could have been a legend.
John Cleese – April 2019 – CONversation with Craig
Q: How did you do such a great job of not being in an office every day of your life?
John emphasized the importance of consulting experts when writing about unfamiliar topics.
Rose McGowan and Holly Marie Combs – September 2023 – CONversations with Craig
Q: What is your perspective on the difference between filming in the 90s and filming nowadays?
McGowan notes that everything is digital now, which makes everything feel more disposable, while Combs laments how film had a certain beauty and smoothness that is lost with digital.
Rose McGowan and Holly Marie Combs – September 2023 – CONversations with Craig
Q: What is your favorite vacation destination?
Holly mentions that she gets to go to New Zealand this year, which is a miraculous thing about doing these conventions, and that Paris serves as a kind of home base for her.
The Inaugural Asshole Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Q: What makes an asshole versus just a villain or just a jerk?
An asshole is charismatic and tends to thwart the hero without having a significant overarching plan, while a villain typically has a goal and is someone you want to follow.

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This show centers on classic and contemporary cinema through thoughtful commentary, nostalgic storytelling, and lively banter between two seasoned hosts. Episodes cover a broad range of films—from thrillers and dramas to genre jams—blending historical context, character analysis, and personal anecdotes to illuminate themes like heroism, morality, and cultural impact. A standout aspect is the hosts' willingness to connect films to real-world eras and conversations, often inviting guests who contribute expertise in journalism, criticism, or film history, which adds depth without sacrificing accessibility for casual movie fans.

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2. Cary Gordon
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4. Mark Woodring
5. Jenn Rohm
6. Annie Bulloch
7. Tami Anderson
8. Blake Casselman

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