Movie Mike's Movie Podcast

Mike and Kelsey return to talk about the best and worst movies they watched in October. Kelsey shares why she can’t stand Joaquin Phoenix and Mike reveals the nerdiest thing he bought recently. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Here starring Tom Hanks and Robin Wright. The movie reunites the “Forrest Gump” co-stars with their director Robert Zemeckis, and follows different people living in a single house over the course of 100 years. Mike talks about why he feels it lacked emotion, the weird de-aging technology and how the novelty of the one shot wore off pretty quick. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the upcoming horror movie “Presence,” starring Lucy Liu. It turns the ‘haunted house’ genre upside down by telling the story from the perspective of the evil entity instead of the humans. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike dives into the question: If you could only bring one movie with you to watch on a desert island....what would it be? He shares a list of his top picks and puts them into an elimination bracket forcing him to pick just one. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Woman of the Hour on Netflix starring and directed by Anna Kendrick. It’s based on a true crime story about a young woman aspiring to become an actress and a serial killer cross paths during an episode of a dating show. Mike talks about how it handled violence, what was fact and fiction from the real events, and how Anna Kendrick drew directing inspiration from one of his favorite movies. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the upcoming comedy One Of Them Days starring Keke Palmer & SZA. They play two best friends and roommates who go to extremes in a race against the clock to avoid eviction and keep their friendship intact. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There was MAJOR movie news that dropped last week that was so exciting but stressful knowing how far away it will be until we actually see it. Mike decided to put together a list of movies he hopes he is alive to see that have been announced. He also talks about movies he hopes to see in his lifetime that currently have no news of being made. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Venom: The Last Dance where Eddie Brock and Venom must make a devastating decision as they're pursued by a mysterious military man. Mike shares if it was a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy, where it ranks compared to the others in the franchise and how it has us feeling about the state of Sony's Spider-Man Universe. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Ana de Armas in the trailer for the "John Wick" spinoff "Ballerina" and where it fits into the world of John Wick and Keanu Reeves’ cameo. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike discusses Ranker’s List of the Top 10 Final Girls of all-time. If you're a fan of horror movies, then you know all about the final girl. She's the woman who survives the killer, and usually kills him or her. Mike weighs in on who should and shouldn’t be on the list and what movies are worth seeing if you haven’t. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Smile 2. He answers the questions he had going into it: Did it improve on the original, was it all about the jump scares and were his trailer predictions right? In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Nicole Kidman’s erotic thriller “Babygirl” from A24. She plays a business executive who has an affair with a young intern, played by Harris Dickinson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been a busy month already but it’s time to talk about Mike and Kelsey’s Best and Worst Movies for the month of September. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about the Wild Robot. Why it is one of his favorite animated movies of the year, the exceptional visuals, emotional moments and voice cast standouts. Mike also expresses why he loves that the movie didn’t stray away from teaching kids about death. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about director Bong Joon Ho's "Mickey 17" is a sci-fi thriller that stars Robert Pattinson as an "expendable" employee named Mickey Barnes. It’s a follow up to his Best Picture winner ‘Parasite’ and Robert Pattinson as you’ve never seen him before. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Nightmare on Elm Street is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Mike talks to Robert Englund who played Freddy Kruger and Heather Langenkamp who played Nancy in the film. They talk about the history of the movie through Mike’s number themed questions. Then Mike talks to director Juan Pablo Arias Munoz about his new movie The Curse of the Necklace. They talk about being a Latino in the movie industry, movie to the US to pursue his dream and the beauty of horror. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Joker: Folie à Deux with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. How it compares to the original, why the musical numbers didn’t work, the wasted Batman character and why this movie was a slap int the face. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Red One starring the Rock and how he thought it was. Parody movie at first. It’s a Christmas-action-comedy about a villain who kidnaps Santa Claus from the North Pole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike sits down with director Kerry Bellessa and producer Summer Bellessa to talk about their new movie Amber Alert starring Starring: Hayden Panettiere (Heroes, Nashville) and Tyler James Williams (Abbot Elementary). The movie is about how a rideshare becomes a high-stakes game of cat and mouse when two people receive an Amber Alert on their phones and then spot the kidnapper’s car. They share how this movie has been 10 years in the making, working together as husband and wife, how the inspiration came from seeing an Amber Alert on the highway and why they hope this movie starts a conversation. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about The Substance starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid. He shares why it’s already one of his favorite movies of the year, Demi’s amazing performance, the bizarre visuals and how it raises the question of if you’d take a black market drug to create a better version of yourself. In the Trailer Park, Mike gives his thoughts on Thunderbolts and why it has one of the worst MCU posters to date and what he thinks is the reason for certain Marvel movies tanking. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mike shares his list of movies that are essential to celebrate Mexican-American life. He shares the stories that were most impacted on his life and represented what it was like for him growing up and struggles he had to face as a 1st generation American. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Transformers One. It’s an animated origin story about how Optimus Prime and Megatron went from being best friends to mortal enemies. It starts out before they were Transformers and before they were even known by those names. Mike talks about how Chris Hemsworth did as Optimus Prime, why Scarlett Johansson felt out of place, but how the movie's shift in tone made it feel like something special for both kids and adults. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the new thriller Magpie starring Daisy Ridley. It’s about a married couple who see their lives "begin to fracture when their daughter is cast alongside a glamorous movie star. Mike talks about why Daisy Ridley is having an amazing year and gives his 3 movies of hers you should watch if you want to dive into her latest work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the passing of James Earl Jones last week, Mike wanted to take time to recognize his amazing work in voice acting from voicing Mufasa in the Lion King to Darth Vader in Star Wars. Mike shares his Top 10 favorite voice acting performances in animation. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his review of Speak No Evil starring James McAvoy. It’s about a family who gets invited to spend a whole weekend in a lonely home in the countryside, but as the weekend progresses, they'll soon realize that the family who invited them has a dark side lying inside them. Mike shares how the movie did with a $15 million dollar budget, why James McAvoy is an underrated actor and whether or not you need to see this movie in theaters or wait for it to stream at home. In the Trailer Park, Mikes shares how he is excited for someone to finally have a biopic that breaks the mold. LEGO bricks tell the life story of singer/songwriter and record producer Pharrell Williams. From his childhood in Virginia to his success in the music and fashion industry ... .all while the people being interviewed for the movie had no idea it was going to be a Lego movie! New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Mike professes why he doesn’t mind a legacy sequel when done correctly. He shares his Top 8 80’s movies he thinks should get sequels. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice directed by Tim Burton who also did the original. He shares the history of the 1998 movie and how the sequel compares to it, Jenna Ortega’s horror legacy and Michael Keaton’s return as the Iconic character. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and why it is subtly the best video game adaptation right now and how it brought Jim Carrey out of retirement. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey are back for Movies of the Month for August. They each share the Best and Worst movie they saw and discuss the close to the summer blockbuster season, Blake Lively's celebrity status vs. acting career and a coming of age movie that stirred up some of their childhood traumas. In the Movie Review, Mike and Kelsey talk about Sing Sing starring Colman Domingo. He plays a man who was Imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. He finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men. Mike and Kelsey talk about how the movie packed an emotional punch to the gut. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the new comedy "Y2K” that hits theaters December 6th. It's about a bunch of kids trying to survive when machines go haywire and start killing people at midnight on January 1st, 2000. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike gives his Top 10 Movie Pet Peeves with the most recent examples of each. From horror cliches, product placement, the heroes never getting injured and more! In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Blink Twice starring Channing Tatum. He plays a Tech billionaire that invites a cocktail waitress to his private island for a vacation. But strange things happen, and their dream vacation turns into a nightmare. Mike shares how he feels about it as Zoë Kravitz directorial debut, the unique cast and the main issue he had where he felt the movie fell flat. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Here starring Tom Hanks and Robin Wright. It’s directed by Robert Zemeckis and coming out in theaters November 1. This will be Tom Hanks and Robert’s 5th movie together with their first being Forrest Gump in 1994. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike plays Ding Or Dong with all that went down recently at the D23 event where Disney showcased all of their new movies coming out in the next few years. From Toy Story 5 to Frozen 3, Mike shares what he is excited about (DING!) or what he couldn’t care less about (DONG!). Then, Mike talks to Luke Hemsworth and director Dimitri Logothetis about their new movie Gunner which is currently in select Regal Cinemas Theaters and available on Digital. They talk classic action movies, filmmaking on a modest budget, working with Morgan Freeman and growing up with Chris and Liam Hemsworth. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Alien: Romulus. He shares how impressed he was with Cailee Spaeny as a lead, the great visuals, score but why he still doesn’t consider Alien to be a horror franchise. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Saturday Night, the movie about the creation of "Saturday Night Live”. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike shares his history of R-Rated movies. From the first R-Rated movie he was that scared the crap out of him to the one he regrets seeing with his parents at a young age. Plus the list of the Top 10 Highest Grossing movies of all-time in the US and what does and doesn’t deserve to be on it. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Dìdi which is a coming of age story that takes place in 2008 during the last month of summer before high school begins. Mike talks about how it brought back things he hadn’t thought of since high school, how the family dynamic reminded him of his and the days of MySpace drama. Mike talks about A Complete Unknown which is the Bob Dylan biopic starring Timothée Chalamet. Mike gives his theories on how the movie is set up to have him win his first Oscar but will it work? New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey share the best and worst movies they watched in July. Mike gives his front runner picks for the best movies of the year now that we are more than halfway through the year. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on the new horror movie from M. Night Shyamalan. It’s about a serial killer who takes his daughter to a concert and then realizes it was all a setup for the police to capture him. Mike talks about where the movie needed more of an edge, how it compares to M. Night’s recent work and the Josh Hartnett comeback. In the Trailer Park, Mike and Kelsey talk about the upcoming A24 movie called We Live In Time starring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh. It’s about a couple who were brought together by a surprise encounter that changes their lives. As they embark on a path challenged by the limits of time, they learn to cherish each moment of their unconventional love story. VOTE for Movie Mike’s Movie Podcast to Win Best of Nashville HERE New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike gives his SPOILER filled thoughts on Deadpool and Wolverine. Only listen to this episode if you’ve seen the movie or don’t care to have it spoiled. Mike talks about the cameos, funniest jokes and where the movie lost him. He also talks about what is next for both Deadpool and Wolverine in the MCU. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of the first Marvel movie of the year, Mike dishes out his Mount Rushmore of Heroes (male and female), Villains, Best and Worst Movies. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts on Deadpool & Wolverine. He talks about how Ryan Reynolds improved the character, Hugh Jackman giving us a different look at Wolverine, the mouth watering comic book accuracy but where the movie fell a little flat. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Cuckoo starring Hunter Shafter. It’s about a 17-year-old girl who is forced to move with her family to a resort. However, the reality of the place is very different from the idyllic paradise she thought. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike hops in for an emergency podcast to talk about the news that broke last night at Comic-Con in San Diego. Robert Downey Jr. is set to return to the film franchise as classic Fantastic Four villain Doctor Doom for the newly titled Avengers: Doomsday, due out in May 2026, and Avengers: Secret Wars, bowing in May 2027. Kevin Feige also officially confirmed the Russo bros. will direct these next two Avengers films. Mike gives his thoughts on if he likes the decision to bring RDJ back, if it feels like a cash grab and the one worry he has that will be crucial to the success of the next two Avengers movies. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the world of rewatchability! Movie Mike shares the Top 10 movies he has seen the most in his lifetime by ranking them on his view count. This is all in anticipation of Twisters which was just released this weekend and the original being one of Mike’s most watched movies! In the Movie Review, Mike and Kelsey talk about Twisters, one of their most anticipated movies of the year. They talk about how it compares to the original, Glen Powell as being the next big movie star and the experience of seeing it in IMAX. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down the first look at "Captain America: Brave New World. There's a new Captain America as Anthony Mackie puts on the suit. Mike gives his thoughts on Harrison Ford as Thunderbolt Ross, how this could be the next piece of the puzzle for Marvel to move on the upward trajectory and how Red Hulk could be the next great villain in the MCU. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey talk about The Hollywood Reporter’s article on the 10 young A-list stars at the top of studios’ most-wanted lists today. Mike ranks each of the actors by who he thinks is the least to most in demand. Mike and Kelsey share what movies from each they have enjoyed, Kelsey pushes back on Mike’s ranking choices and they share more actors who snubbed by the list. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Longlegs which is being called the scariest movie of the year. Mike weighs in on how it lives up to the hype, Nicolas Cage’s performance and how it managed to make him feel scared. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down Gladiator 2 that stars Pedro Pascal, Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington. The sequel picks up years after the original with Mescal portraying a grown-up Lucius, the nephew of Joaquin Phoenix's Commodus in the original. Mike talks about how the rhino scene was 20 years in the making and why surprisingly it doesn’t look like a cash grab. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike and Kelsey are back to recap all the movies they saw together in June. They share what movies are a must see and which ones to skip. They also get into the return of the rom-com, the downfall of Dakota Johnson and what director is bringing back the use of nudity in movies. In the Movie Review, Mike and Kelsey give their thoughts on Despicable Me 4. The family is back with a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who's intent on tormenting his dad. They give their thoughts on where it stacks up in the franchise, the excellent voice acting and how the movie did a parody of one of Mike’s favorite superhero movie moments. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the new comedy starring Aubrey Plaza called “My Old A**”. She plays a 40 year old who is self imparting wisdom to her teen self after the teenager version of herself dosed herself with shrooms while on a camping trip. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Mike’s favorite movies of all-time is Twister (1996). He’s seen it over 50 times and was pumped to talk to the director Jan de Bont. Mike talks to him about what lines were improvised, the entire cast getting along and bonding, the hardest scene to film and if there’s anything he would change about the movie. If you haven’t seen it or it’s been a while…you’re in luck! Twister has been fully restored and is coming to 4K UHD for the first time you can own it on July 9th. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about The Bikeriders starring Austin Butler and Tom hardy. It’s about a Midwestern motorcycle club. Mike shares why the movie is hard to watch, Austin Butler as a leading man and what could have been done to make the movie more impactful. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Long Legs which is being described as the scariest movie of the year. Mike plays some of the chilling sounds from the trailer and why he loves the marketing for the movie. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike explores the cinematic world of closing quotes and gives his Top 5 final lines spoken in iconic movies. He talks about what makes each of them great, how they each leave you feeling at the end and how a great final line can turn a movie into a classic. Plus, a slew of honorable mentions because Mike went deep for this list! In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Bad Boys: Ride or Die which is the 4th film in the franchise. He gives his thoughts on if audiences are ready to forgive Will Smith after the Oscar Slap, if you need to watch all of the other movies to enjoy it and why the pay difference between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence is CRAZY. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Smile 2. The movie centers around a pop star dealing with the grinning demonic presence from the first movie. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you love Pixar, this is the episode for you! Mike and Kelsey face off against each other by going back and forth to pick their Mount Rushmore of Pixar movies. Mike discusses the Pixar head saying ‘no’ to live-action remakes and if the studio has been in a slump the last 5 years. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Inside Out 2. He discusses how it stacks up against the original, the new characters and why it’s a reminder of what Pixar does best. Plus, why kid’s movies don’t always have to be just for kids. In the Trailer Park, Mike covers Brad Pitt and George Clooney teaming up for the new action-comedy Wolfs. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike’s favorite movie of 2023 ‘Godzilla Minus One’ had a surprise drop on Netflix and quickly went to No. 1. In honor of that, Mike shares the best new movies that were released in the last year and are now available to watch at home. All movies have been added recently to streamers and might be ones that you may have missed in theaters but can now experience for free at home. In the Movie Review, Mike and Kelsey review Disney's Young Woman and the Sea starring Daisy Ridley. They share what made the movie so inspirational, the rules on 'spoiling' movies based on history and why Disney is the best at making inspirational sports movies. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about why the final Venom movie will be a beautiful disaster. Venom: The Last Dance is the third movie in the "Venom" trilogy and it brings back Tom Hardy as Eddie Brock and his alien alter-ego, as they both are on the run from their species. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey share their best and worst movie experiences to recap the month of May. Mike shares why for the first time since the pandemic he is worried about the future of movie theaters. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Mike talks about how it compares to Mad Max: Fury Road, the two most distracting parts of the film and why it underperformed at the box office. In the Trailer Park, Mike is excited about our first look at Disney’ Moana 2. Mike talks about the new visuals, why it could be the hit Disney needs and the impact Lin-Manuel Miranda's absence may have on the music. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike goes behind the scenes with the star and director of The First Omen. He talks to Nell Tiger Free who plays Margaret in the movie and director Arkasha Stevenson. The First Omen is about a woman named Margret who starts to question her own faith when she uncovers a terrifying conspiracy to bring about the birth of an evil incarnate in Rome. They dive into how making a horror movie affects your personal life, the debate of using practical versus computer-generated graphics, and what Disney classic they’d both want to direct and star in if they made a R-Rated version. The First Omen it's now available on digital now, drops on Hulu tomorrow (5/30), and on DVD and Blu-ray July 30! Find here by clicking HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey go back in time talking about a list of the Top 10 Best Selling DVDs of all-time that is heavy with 2000’s classics. They share their favorite childhood DVDs, the era of DVD menus, directors commentary and bootleg copies. In the Movie Review, Mike and Kelsey talk about Babes starring Ilana Glazer. It’s about her character that gets pregnant from a one-night-stand and then leans on her best friend and mother of two to guide her through gestation and beyond. Mike and Kelsey share what made the movie laugh out loud funny, the classification of ‘raunchy’, the portrayal of motherhood and how it made them feel about having kids. In the Trailer Park, Mike gives his thoughts on Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis" which he self-financed the $120 million budget. Mike talks about the legendary director's classic films such as "The Godfather," how it had very polarizing early reviews and what its success or failure could mean for the movie industry. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is fascinated with movie numbers so this week he breaks down Deadline’s report of the Most and Least Profitable movies of the last year. Mike gives his thoughts on where the bombs went wrong and why the profitable films aren’t the ones you’d expect to be. He also shares what the Top 5 most profitable movies are of all-time. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on IF starring Ryan Reynolds. It’s about a 12 year old who discovers she can see everyone's imaginary friends, so she goes on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids. Mike shares why family movies have a special place in his heart, his imaginary friend growing up, why the movie felt unoriginal but ended up hitting him on an emotional level. In the Trailer Park, Mike gives his thoughts on M. Night Shyamalan’s new movie coming out this summer called Trap. It’s about a man and his teenage daughter who realize they're at the center of a dark and sinister event while watching a concert…and could be his best yet! (hopefully!) New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After The Fall Guy debuted below expectations to kick off the summer blockbuster season — Mike decides to take a look at the rest of the summer schedule to see what movies have the best chance to reach 1 billion dollars this year. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts on Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes which picks up 300 years after the last movie. Mike talks about if watching the previous trilogy is necessary, how it’s different without Andy Serkis, what oddly didn't work for him in this installment and overall why it’s an underrated franchise. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down the Despicable Me 4 trailer which introduces a new member of the family, Gru Jr and Mega Minions! New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey share their best and worst movie experiences to recap the month of April. They also discuss The Rock showing up to set 7-8 hours late, Chris Hemsworth admitting he became a "parody" of himself in "Thor: Love and Thunder" and a study that found Americans think the perfect movie length is just 92 minutes. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on The Fall Guy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. He plays a stuntman and she is a first time action movie director. His character must find the missing star of her movie…trying to win back her love in the process. In the Trailer Park, Mikes breaks down the Mufasa: The Lion King which serves as both a sequel and a prequel to the 2019 ‘live-action’ movie. Mike says what this movie will need to have in order to match the previous box office total of 1.6 billion set by its predecessor. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Stiller was recently talking about how he wasn’t expecting to get the amount of hate and bad reviews for Zoolander 2. Mike discusses why it and other legacy sequels have flopped and shares his list of sequels that should not have been made. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Challengers starring Zendaya which finds her in a tennis love triangle. Mike gives his thoughts on Zendaya’s stardom, the steamy scene and did it live up to the hype? In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down Transformers One trailer which is the first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie. Mike is sad after realizing this movie was not made for him despite being excited for it. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike dives deep into the world of underrated actors and discusses their standout performances. From unsung heroes to overlooked talents, get ready to discover a whole new appreciation for the actors you may have missed! In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Civil War from A24. He shares why it ended up being a much different movie than the trailer lead one, the anxiety ride it took him on, what works and where the movie could have improved to take it to a top tier film for him. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Apple’s new rom com called Fly Me To The Moon starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. The film is set in the 1960s and features Johansson as a marketing exec hired by NASA to film a fake moon landing in case the real mission fails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CinemaCon is the largest and most important gathering of movie theater owners from around the world! In response to this year’s convention, Mike gives his annual State of the Cinema Address to talk about how studios and movie theaters need to work together to give us a better experience. Mike also talks about the Top 3 CinemaCon announcements he’e most excited about including an R-Rated Ninja Turtles movie. He also breaks down all the additional movie announcements. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Monkey Man starring and directed by Dev Patel. It follows his character as he seeks vengeance against the corrupt leaders who took everything from him and continue to systemically victimize the poor and powerless. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down the Trailer for Joker: Folie à Deux starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in one of the most anticipated R-Rated sequels of all-time. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forbes recently released a list of celebrity billionaires and several Hollywood directors made the list. Mike decided to take a look at the Top 10 richest directors, their highest grossing movies and their impact on cinema. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about the new Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire and how he wasn’t expecting to enjoy it as much as he did. Mike talks about the legacy of the franchise, why nerds are upset about this movie and how it greatly improves from Ghostbusters: Afterlife. In the Trailer Park, Mike takes a look at the reboot of "The Crow" that stars Bill Skarsgård and FKA Twigs. And answers the questions: is this a movie that shouldn’t be remade? Mike also talks about how he met his favorite artist, Post Malone last week at the Ryman in Nashville. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey share the best and worst movies they watched in the month of March. They also talk about the biggest headlines in movies that include new details on the type of musical that Joker 2 will be, a Happy Gilmore sequel with Adam Sandler and how the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is being rebooted. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. He talks about how it improves / worsens from part 1, why Godzilla was robbed and how this franchise could improve overall to go from good to great. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Bad Boys: Ride or Die which is the 4th film in the franchise. He shares what makes this a solid action-comedy franchise, Will Smith’s reputation since the Oscar slap and why Martin Lawrence deserves a raise. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to put your movie knowledge to the test as Movie Mike challenges you to identify some of the most obscure quotes. From cult classics to blockbuster hits, listen to see if you can guess where these lines are from as Mike gives stories about each quote and movie. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about A24’s Love Lies Bleeding starring Kirsten Stewart. She plays a character named Lou who is a reclusive gym manager who falls hard for Jackie, an ambitious bodybuilder who's heading to Las Vegas to pursue her dream. Their love soon leads to violence as they get pulled deep into the web of Lou's criminal family. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the first looks at the sequel to the 1988 classic "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" As expected, OG cast members Michael Keaton, Catherine O’Hara and Winona Ryder appear… and it looks like new star Jenna Ortega might be responsible for the return of Keaton’s devilish ghoul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate Women’s History month, Movie Mike and Kelsey share their favorite female directed movies of the 21st century that include films from Greta Gerwig, Kathryn Bigelow, Olivia Wilde, Elizabeth Banks and more! In the Movie Review, Mike talks about the latest Blumhouse offering, Imaginary. It’s about a woman who moves back into her childhood home with her family. Then her youngest step daughter finds a stuffed bear named Chauncey who is much more than what she believed him to be. Mike talks about what this movie lacked, several cliches and the Blumhouse approach to making movies with a low risk / high reward. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about a new movie from DreamWorks Animation based on the #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot. It’s directed by Chris Sanders who also is the creator of Lilo and Stitch and the voice of Stitch so naturally Mike is pumped about it. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey recap The 96th Academy Awards that were last night! Mike talks about what predictions he got right versus what he got wrong. They each share their favorite and worst of the night from the winners, speeches and performances. Plus, they rated how Jimmy Kimmel did as a host after making a bad joke at the start of the show. They also cover who should be the next host, how loyal Christopher Nolan is and the best fashion statements of the night. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike dives into the list that Forbes just released The Highest Paid Actors for 2023. .” Mike shares who he thinks is overpaid, underpaid and who will be on the list in the future. He also shares how actors make money on a streaming only movie versus a movie that gets released in theaters. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Spaceman starring Adam Sandler. He plays an astronaut who is half a year into his solo mission on the edge of the solar system, who starts to become concerned with the state of his life back on Earth. He is helped by an ancient creature he discovers in the bowels of his ship. Mike talks about how Sandler performed in this serious sci-fi role, the problems he had with it and is he worth the amount of money Netflix is paying him to do movies like this . In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the upcoming adaptation of "Borderlands" and discusses what to expect from this highly anticipated video game adaptation. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey return to talk about the best and worst movies they’ve seen for January and February. They talk about the rough start to the year for movies, why everything is bombing and the small bright spots with their favorite movies so far. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Dune Part 2. He gives his thoughts on the visuals, how it had more action, why it might not be for everyone and where it stands on being better or worse than Part 1. In the Trailer Park, Mike shares why he is oddly excited for Wicked this Thanksgiving. He breaks down the cast, visuals and plot for those who have never seen the musical like him. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike talks to director Paul King about how he brought his vision to life with Wonka. Paul talks about why he wanted Timothée Chalamet to play Wonka, what he loved about the original that he didn’t get to include in his version and how he feels about people being surprised to learn the film is a musical. Mike then talks to Calah Lane who plays Noodle in Wonka. She talks about what it was like seeing herself on the big screen for the first time, her process of learning lines and what she learned from her co-star Timothée Chalamet. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Drive-Away Dolls. He talks about Margaret Qualley's standout performance, the film's hard R-rating and what it did right and what it lacked in its 1 hour and 20 minute runtime. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Twisters, the sequel to one of his favorite movies of all-time. The question is does he hate it or love it now that the first look has arrived? New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marvel's new take on "The Fantastic Four" has its cast and Mike is here to give a history of the superhero team in film. He gives his thoughts on the new cast, previous casts and what this means for the future of the MCU. Mike follows that up with his list of the Best Movie Castings of all time from Harrison Ford as Han Solo in Star Wars to Chris Tucker as Smokey in Friday and so many more! In the Movie Review, Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts on Madame Web which is the fourth film in Sony's Spider-Man Universe . Mike talks about Dakota Johnson’s performance and how unhinged she was in promoting the film, how it works as a stand alone story, harsh criticism the movie received and if actors are being duped into Sony’s “Marvel” movies. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down the plot and exciting easter eggs in Deadpool and Wolverine. He also addresses fans flip-flopping on their stance on if the MCU is in shambles or not. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s theme is Romantic Sadness. Movie Mike takes you on a heartfelt journey through the world of cinema as he delves into the realm of love, loss, and the bittersweet moments that tug at our heartstrings. Mike shares why each of these 7 movies have a personal connection to his love life and most time lack thereof. Mike explores the narratives that explore the complexities of love and its inevitable sorrows. In the Movie Review, Mike shares his thoughts on Sometimes I Think About Dying starring Daisy Ridley. She plays a lonely and socially awkward woman who tries to make a connection with a friendly new co-worker who takes her out on a date. Mike also plays a clip of the question he asked the director, Rachel Lambert during a Q+A at the screening that got a loud gasp from the sold out theater. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down the new trailer for A Quiet Place: Day One. The prequel will explore the beginning of the invasion in which deadly alien creatures with enhanced hearing arrive on Earth. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for a cinematic journey through time as Movie Mike delves into the anniversaries of movies turning 50, 40, 30, 20, and 10 years old. From timeless classics to forgotten gems, Movie Mike will guide you through the decades, discussing which films deserve to be saved and cherished, and which ones he is throwing into the cinematic incinerator. In Movie Review, Mike talks about the spy thriller, "Argylle." Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts about the star-studded cast, where it went wrong, poor box office performance and whether this film is a must-watch in theaters or wait for it to hit streaming on Apple TV+. In the Trailer Park, Mike explores the "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire '' and determines if there is still a passionate fanbase for the movie or if it was better left in the 80s. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey react to the 96th Academy Awards nominations. They talk about who they think will win, who they were surprised actually got nominated and the outrage over MAJOR snubs this year . In the Movie Review, Mike and Kelsey give their thoughts on the Boys in the Boat directed by George Clooney. The film takes place during the height of the Great Depression. The members of the rowing team at the University of Washington get thrust into the spotlight as they compete for gold at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin. Kelsey compares the movie vs the book and Mike explains why he thinks this movie is perfect for ‘school movie day’. In the Trailer Park, Mike takes a look at Road House starring Jake Gyllenhaal. It’s a reimagining of the 80s cult classic, ex-UFC fighter Dalton takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems. It’s coming out on March 21st on Prime Video. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, Mickey Mouse has entered the public domain after the copyright on Steamboat Willie officially expired. Mike was inspired by this and in this episode shares his Top 5 ideas he has for movies that should be made once these famous characters become public domain. He explains what public domain means and other characters that have recently gone into the public domain and people are already making movies with the characters without being sued. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Hulu’s Self Reliance Starring Jake Johnson and Anna Kendrick. It’s about a guy who receives an invitation to win $1 million by playing a game where he must outwit hunters attempting to kill him. He realizes the hunters can only attack him when he's alone, but none of his friends and family believe the game is real. In the Trailer Park, Mike gives his thoughts on IF. The movie is about a young girl who gains the ability to see people's imaginary friends, referred to as "IFs" for short, who have been abandoned by the kids they helped. Mike shares why this looks like it could be one of the best live action kid’s movies in years. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike shares the movies he is looking forward to the most in 2024 that includes everything from new movies from Disney to A24. Mike also addresses the criticisms that ‘everything is a remake or sequel’ and why everyone is saying that the superhero genre is dead. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on Mean Girls which is the big screen adaption of the musical based on the iconic 2004 film. Mike shares his favorite songs, performances and how it stacks up to the original. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down the trailer for A24’s Love Lies Bleeding starring Kristen Stewart. She plays a reclusive gym manager who falls hard for an ambitious bodybuilder who's heading to Las Vegas to pursue her dream. Their love soon leads to violence as they get pulled deep into the web of Kristen Stewart’s character criminal family. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike and Kelsey share all the movies they have seen over the last 2 weeks which includes Wonka, Anyone But You, Saltburn, Migration, Rebel Moon and so many more! They share which movies were their favorites and recommend vs. which movies let them down and you should probably avoid. In the Movie Review, Mike shares his thoughts on A24’s The Iron Claw starring Zac Effron. He talks about the amazing performances, if he believes in the family curse and how the movie differed from real life. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike breaks the traditional episode format to give you all of his favorite movies for 2023. He delivers his definitive list of the movies that brought him the most joy, had the biggest impact on cinema and will be rewatched in the years to follow. He follows that up by sharing the movies he thinks were the worst and why he hated them the most. Plus, 10 honorable mentions of great movies that didn’t quite make the top of his list but still recommends. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.