
Brandon At Random Reviews
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S1 Ep 33[FAVS]*"Rogue One" (2016) & "The Empire Strikes Back" (1980)
EI bring on my friend and resident Star Wars expert Lance Brooks to discuss some of the best movies the Star Wars universe has to offer. "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" from 2016, and "The Empire Strikes Back" from (1980). This is one of the longer episodes the show has had so buckle up.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 35[CLASSICS]*"Casablanca" (1942) & "The Wizard of Oz" (1939)
EWe go way back with this episode and I talk about some all-time classics starting with "Casablanca" from 1942 & The Wizard of Oz from 1939.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 25[CLASSICS] "Grease" {1978) & "North By Northwest" (1959)
EI discuss these fascinating things called influencers, they I dive into one of the few musicals I've ever loved "Grease" from 1978 and the Alfred Hitchcock suspenseful spy thriller "North By Northwest" from 1959.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 24[BAD] "Batman & Robin" (1997) and "Ed" (1996)
EThere is a small amount of discussion of what is justifiable to leverage how good a something is or what the standard is for allowing someone to provide critiques. Then I dive into one of my favorite bad movies "Batman & Robin", followed by one called "Ed" from 1996 about a chimp that plays baseball which was, in retrospect, "too easy" of a choice. Even for this show.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 23[FAVS] “Uncle Buck” (1989) & “Mr. Holland's Opus” (1995)
ERight off the bat I talk about the DCEU crisis that I'm now realizing will (hopefully) be months old by the time I discuss it. Then I get into a classic family comedy named "Uncle Buck" from 1989 & a gripping symphony known as "Mr. Holland's Opus" from 1995.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 22[NEW TO ME] “Life after Beth” (2014) & “Last Night In Soho” (2021)
EI discuss the alluring mystery man no celebrity woman can resist named Pete Davidson, then I jump into the unknown yet again with "Life After Beth" from 2014 & "Last Night In Soho" from 2021.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 31[REQUESTS] "Never Back Down" (2008) & Demolition Man (1993)
EI waste no time getting into the two listener request movies starting with "Never Back Down" from 2008 & "Demolition Man" from 1993.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 21[CLASSICS] “Christine” (1983) & “Night of the Living Dead” (1968)
EI discuss my annoyance with watching video of amateurs singing, then I continue on the spooky month of October with "Christine" from 1983 and "Night of the Living Dead" from 1968, the latter of which is a public domain movie so I experiment with inserting clips from the movie.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 28[REQUESTS] "Layer Cake" (2004) & "The Ledge" (2011)
EI discuss some guilty pleasure hotties, then I jump right on into "Layer Cake" from 2004 & "The Ledge" from 2011.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 20[BAD] “The Fanatic” (2019) & “Soul Survivors” (2001)
EI discuss my bad movie selection rationale and then I dive into "The Fanatic" from 2019 and "Soul Survivors" from 2001, two movies so terrible, I don't think it's fair to even suggest that they are horror or thrillers despite how they're advertised.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 19[FAVS]”Halloween” (1978) & “Friday the 13th” (1980)
EHalloween Month! I go over an abbreviated version of the theory of a “Final Girl” and then dive into some classics: 1978’s “Halloween” and 1980’s “Friday the 13th”Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 27[REQUESTS] "On the Count of Three" (2022) & "Mayhem" (2017)
EI cover a little bit about my struggles with good music apps, then I dive into listener requested "On the Count of Three" from 2022 & "Mayhem" from 2017.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 18[NEW TO ME] “The Gray Man” (2022) & “I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore” (2017)
EI briefly discuss my rationale surrounding spoilers, then I dive into the two new-to-me Netflix-produced films "The Gray Man" from 2022 & "I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore" from 2017.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 30[FAVS/REQUESTS] "High Fidelity" (2000) & "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back" (2001)
EMy brother-in-law Dan and I discuss the Top 5 shows we each want to check out and then we explore "High Fidelity" from 2000 & "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back" from 2001Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 17[BAD] "Desperate Measures" (1998) & "Shadow Conspiracy" (1997)
EI briefly discuss the embarrassing idea of being treated like you're dumb when you aren't being done. Then I discuss the movie "Desperate Measures" starring Michael Keaton & the Charlie Sheen picture "Shadow Conspiracy"Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 29[FAVS/REQUESTS] "Fried Green Tomatoes" (1991) & "Steel Magnolias" (1989)
EMy sister Michelle stops by and we discuss the pros and cons of her coming home to visit, then we delve into "Fried Green Tomatoes" from 1991 & "Steel Magnolias" from 1989.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 16[FAVS] "The Terminator" (1984) & "The Italian Job" (2003)
EI discuss the woes of healthy snack foods, and then I explore James Cameron's 1984 smash "The Terminator" as well as F. Gary Gray's anti-remake from 2003 called "The Italian Job"Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 15[NEW TO ME] "Fresh" (2022) & "Plus One" (2019)
EI cover my not-so-positive outlook on the MCU based the track record of the last several Marvel movies. I dive into a couple of lesser know movies that were backed by bigger name producers: "Fresh" from 2022 and "Plus One" from 2019Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 14[BAD] - "Getting Even With Dad" (1994) & "Serving Sara" (2002)
EI dive into the world of bad unseen movies I was positive I wouldn't like and try a bit more of detailed plot walkthrough after watching "Getting Even With Dad" from 1994 & "Serving Sara" from 2002Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 13[FAVS] "About Time" (2013), "V for Vendetta" (2006), & "Airplane!" (1980)
EI discuss certain service industry standards I would like to see observed and I dive into the rom-com "About Time", the political thriller "V for Vendetta", and the parody film "Airplane!" Sorry, I do screw up saying words a few times more than usual this go 'round.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

Brandon At Random Reviews Trailer
trailerHello Everyone,My name is Brandon Griffes. I have a weekly podcast I'd like you to check out called "Brandon At Random Reviews" for movie lovers of all kinds. I review movies and share my overall thoughts and discuss a variety of different topics. I'll be covering movies from all different eras, genres, and levels of quality.Join me for some interesting takes about what goes on in Hollywood films regarding what I love, what I hate, and what flat out annoys me. I'll also frequently share some interesting tidbits and factoids about the film's backstory.Feel free to give it a listen, I'm on all the major podcast platforms so be sure to subscribe to keep up with my latest episodes that drop every Thursday.

S1 Ep 12[FAVS] "Sin City" (2005), "The Sandlot" (1993), & "A Scanner Darkly" (2006)
EThis week, I talk about my personal eye care. Then I get into the movies "Sin City", "The Sandlot", and "A Scanner Darkly"Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 11[FAVS] "Young Frankenstein" (1974) & "It's a Wonderful Life" (1946)
EI discuss the wardrobe woes of weight loss, the Mel Brooks horror comedy "Young Frankenstein" and a Frank Capra classic that is my all-time personal favorite "It's a Wonderful Life"Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 10[FAVS] "Pulp Fiction" (1994) & "X-Men" (2000)
EThis week on the show I discuss trying new stuff, my walking observations, the 1994 "indie" film "Pulp Fiction" and the 2000 superhero smash hit "X-Men"My apologies, it is Patricia Arquette in True Romance, not Rosanna Arquette.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 9[FAVS] "Forrest Gump" (1994) & "Catch Me If You Can" (2002)
EThis week on the show, I discuss my inferior interior decorating skills, trying my hand a bicycle maintenance, and I dive into the two Tom Hanks films "Forrest Gump" and "Catch Me If You Can"Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 8[FAVS] "Rocky" (1976) & "Robocop" (1987)
EOn this episode, I discuss my present eating habits, then I do a bit of an alpha-male movie extravaganza covering 1976's "Rocky" and 1987's "Robocop". Yes I realize Robocop is satire.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 7[BONUS] 007 - All Things James Bond
EI dig into the world of Bond aka 007, discussing the movies, lead actors, girls, villains, gadgets, you name it! Sorry I forgot to mention Eva Green in my Bond Girls segment, she might be my favorite! Just goes to show how much I separate the Daniel Craig ones from the other movies in my head.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 6[MIXED BAG] "Top Gun: Maverick" (2022), "Happy Gilmore" (1996), & BONUS: "Gold" (2022)
EThis week I talk about the increasingly unpleasant experience of going to the movie theater, as well as Tom Cruise's 2022 smash hit sequel "Top Gun: Maverick" and the 1996 Hockey/Golf Comedy "Happy Gilmore". Plus, I talk about the listener requested movie "Gold" featuring Zac Efron!Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

[BONUS] "Thor: Love and Thunder" (2022)(No Spoilers)
bonusEOn this extra-special episode, I went to see the new Thor movie! I'll try to provide the movie experience as much as I can in podcast form so you can get the feel.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 5[FAVS] "Predator" (1987) & "Unbreakable" (2000)
EThis week, I discuss prequels (including Obi-Wan Kenobi), that Barbie movie I've heard some about, my social life back and forths, the 1987 John McTiernan film "Predator", and the 2000 M. Night Shyamalan movie "Unbreakable". A little more meticulously crafted episode, editing-wise.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 4[FAVS] "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off" (1986) & "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World" (2010)
EI discuss the pros and cons of buying used, John Hughes' "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and Edgar Wright's "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World"Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 3[FAVS] The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005-2012)
EToday I discuss online dating, Taylor Swift, and the great Dark Knight Trilogy that I hold near and dear. To be clear, that means the films Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight RisesTheme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 2[FAVS] "Mission: Impossible" (1996) & "Mission: Impossible 2" (2000)
EI discuss some choice phrasing and then I dive in to Brian De Palma's "Mission: Impossible" from 1996 and its sequel John Woo's "Mission: Impossible 2" from 2000.Theme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com

S1 Ep 1[PILOT] What Are We Doing Here?
ERecommending movies to friends and family, Top Gun: Maverick, Avatar Sequel, Ripping Movies, Legal Digital Movies/TV, An All-Time Favorite, Budgeting, buying "The Batman", A "Never Again" selection, summer activitiesTheme song performed by Augusto Diniz, acquired by way of Fiverr.com