Movie Mike's Movie Podcast

In This Episode, take a cinematic musical journey with Movie Mike as he shares his top 7 times that composer Hans Zimmer went HARD on a movie soundtrack. The movies range from The Dark Knight to the Lion King to Inception and more. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on A Haunting In Venice and where it fits in the franchise, who would love this movie and is it worth seeing in theaters or wait to stream? In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about “The Kill Room” starring Uma Thurman and Samuel L. Jackson who are together again after almost 30 years after they received Oscar nods for “Pulp Fiction”. Mike gives his thoughts on the art-world-meets-the-mob comedy thriller. 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.

In this episode, Mike talks about Disney’s 100-disc limited edition set that will be available next month. The $1,500 dollar box set features 100 animated films from Disney and shares which of the 100 films he would keep and which should be locked away forever. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about the new horror film The Nun II. His thoughts on if it’s better than the original, where it ranks in the Conjuring universe, and how horror is quietly crushing at the box office. In the Trailer Park, Mike takes a look at the Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom trailer and gives his thoughts on the return of Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry, the aquatic superhero and King of Atlantis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike takes you on a journey of core memory movie moments that live in his head from his life. Mike talks about the film moments that have shaped his love for cinema and how they changed him forever. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about the R-Rated raunchy comedy Bottoms. He talks about his love of the over exaggerated use of comedy, why it’s a breath of fresh air in the genre and what makes it the best comedy of the last 5 years. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Eli Roth's slasher take on "Thanksgiving" that hits theaters November 17th and stars Patrick Dempsey. Mike also talks about the Rotten Tomatoes controversy after a new report claims that a P.R. firm called Bunker 15 was actually PAYING critics to give a movie positive reviews, in order to boost its "Tomatometer" rating.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey share what they think were the best and worst movies of the 2023 summer movie season. Plus honorable mentions that you should check out or avoid. In the Spoiler-Free Movie Review, Mike talks about Gran Turismo which tells the true story of Jann Mardenborough, a Gran Turismo video game expert who became a professional racer of actual cars on actual tracks. Mike shares how it differs from a traditional video game adaption, what the movie got right and wrong and how it actually might be one of the better racing movies. In Trailer Park, Mike is ready to say “Welcome to Good Burger, home of the good burger, can I take your order?" because Good Burger 2 is on the way and possibly (but probably not) catch on with a whole new generation. Mike shares his distain for the upcoming sequel to the 90's hit comedy coming to Paramount+.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike gives his spoiler version of DC’s Blue Beetle. He recaps the film, going to see it with his mom, the cliche moments he overlooked and if we’ll ever get another film because of the mid-credits scene. I repeat, ****CONTAINS SPOILERS****. Listen if you’ve seen the movie…or you don’t care about having it ruined for you. 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.

Chris Sanders is the creator of Disney’s Lilo and Stitch. He talks to Mike about the 20th anniversary of the movie, how he first drew Stitch in the 80’s for a kid’s book and how he ended up becoming the voice in the movie. Chris also shares why music was so important to the development of the story and when we can expect a new installment in the franchise. Mike also talks to Lou Diamond Phillips who has been in movies such as La Bamba, Stand and Deliver and Young Guns. They talk about things you didn’t know about the making of La Bamba, how he approaches new roles and growing up in Texas and working at What-A-Burger. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Class is in session on this episode of Movie Mike's Movie Podcast! Get ready to relive your school days with a double dose of cinematic nostalgia as Mike shares his Top 10 movies that he thinks embody the high school and college experience. Whether you're reminiscing about the awkwardness of adolescence or the wild adventures of college life, we've got your ultimate movie playlist covered. Mike gives his spoiler free movie review of DC’s Blue Beetle. Movie Mike breaks down the latest thrilling installment from the DC universe, how Blue Beetles sizes up as their first Latino superhero and whether it was a hit or miss for DC. In the Trailer Park we're hitching a ride to Vacation Friends 2 starring John Cena and why 20th Century Studios may be single handedly saving comedy in movies. Episode Highlights: Top 10 High School and College Movies of All-Time Movie Review: "Blue Beetle" Trailer Park: "Vacation Friends 2" Laughs, Drama, and Nostalgia Galore! Subscribe now and join us for a movie-filled adventure that will make you want to relive your school days again and again! 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.

In this episode, Mike goes into a nostalgia-filled journey as he shares his Top 5 Movies that take place in the Summer. The topic was inspired after seeing Theater Camp which serves this week’s spoiler-free movie review with Mike and Kelsey. The PG-13 rated comedy is about the lives of staff members of an upstate New York theatre camp who must band together when their beloved founder falls into a coma. Mike and Kelsey give their thoughts on the cast, how the humor landed, theater kids and their experiences with summer camp. In this edition of Trailer Park, Movie Mike talks about the R-Rated comedy Bottoms which is about Two unpopular high school students that start a fight club in order to hook up before graduation. He also shares his thoughts on the return of the R-Rated comedy and the theory that Marvel killed the success of comedy movies at the box-office. 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 does a deep dive on the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles released in 1990 and why he thinks it’s one of the best movies of all-time. He talks about what the movie meant to him as a kid vs. now as an adult, his theories on the movie and its adult themes and things you may not know about the movie. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about the new animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. How it honors the original, the authentic voice acting and how Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse served as the blueprint for this film. about the historical drama Napoleon starring Joaquin Phoenix as the titular emperor. The movie focuses on the general and emperor’s rise to power in the late 1700s and early 1800s and his relationship with Empress Joséphine Bonaparte played by Vanessa Kirby. Mike learned something about Napoleon's height that blew his mind! 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.

Coming off the hype of Oppenheimer, Mike dives deep into the visionary filmography of the legendary director, Christopher Nolan. Mike shares what makes his Top 10 films from mind-bending concepts to breathtaking visuals, he explores the unique storytelling and directorial brilliance that have made Nolan a revered name in Hollywood. In this week’s Movie Review, Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts on the new A24 horror movie ‘Talk To Me’ and how YouTubers made the best horror film of the year. The creepy visuals, unique Australian perspective and story that tied it all together. In Trailer Park, Mike takes you through a spine-chilling preview of "Exorcist: Believer" which comes out on October 10th, 2023. 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.

In honor of Barbenheimer weekend, Mike talks about iconic movies that were released on the exact same day and which one inevitably won at the box office. Mike dissects the strategies and marketing hype that contributed to the film financial showdowns. In the Movie Review Double Feature, Mike first talks about Barbie and shares his thoughts on the film's story, visuals, and overall comedy and charm. Then Mike dives into the historical drama with "Oppenheimer." Christopher Nolan's latest masterpiece takes us on an enthralling exploration of the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant mind behind the development of the atomic bomb. Mike shares his thoughts on the film's powerful storytelling, exceptional performances, and his experience seeing it in IMAX 70mm. 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.

In this episode, Movie Mike takes you through the world of superhero suits. He explains why he doesn’t like Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine costume from the Deadpool 3 set and shares his list of the "Top 10 Best Superhero Suits of All-Time." Mike dives deep into the realm of spandex and capes and a look back at the most iconic designs that have become legendary. In the Spoiler-free Movie Review, Mike shares his thoughts on "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One," discussing intense action sequences, Tom Cruise's daredevil stunts and the franchise as a whole. And in the Trailer Park, Mikes talks about the first look at “Wonka” starring Timothée Chalamet. The original is one of his Top 10 movies of all-time so he shares his thoughts on what he thinks about this perspective on the classic story now focusing on a young Wonka and Timothée Chalamet’s approach to the character. 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.

Needs movie recommendations both new and old? Mike and Kelsey share their Best and Worst movies they watched of the Month for June. They rate and review movies they saw in theaters / streaming and give you recommendations on what to see and what to avoid. In the Spoiler-Free Movie Review, Mike shares his thoughts on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny which is the fifth installment in the franchise and final bow for Harrison Ford. Mike answers what you want to know: what does it rank amount the Indiana Jones Movies? Why did it underperform at the Box Office? Is it possible for a blockbuster to still be good if it doesn’t make money? In the Trailer Park, Mike dives into the Dumb Money trailer which is a movie about a group of rag-tag amateur investors from the Reddit page, Wall Street Bets, band together in a David-vs-Goliath GameStop short squeeze that crushes one of the biggest hedge funds on Wall Street and upends the establishment. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Producer Eddie (@ProducerEddie) from The Bobby Bones Show sits down with Movie Mike and they talk about Rope directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Eddie gives his reasoning why it is one of his favorite movies, why he is fascinated with classic movies and a usual eastern egg to look for in every Alfred Hitchcock movie. Mike talks about why he enjoyed about Rope, movie stars of the 40’s, what director should remake it and his Top 5 Hitchcock movies. Mike hits you this week with a double feature movie review and gives his spoiler-free reviews of No Hard Feelings with Jennifer Lawrence and Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Movie Mike dives into the world of visual artistry and shares his top 5 favorite movie posters, discussing the iconic designs and captivating imagery that have left a lasting impression. That leads into an interview with acclaimed director Lee Cronin (@curleecronin) to talk about his latest movie ‘Evil Dead Rise' which is available to stream now on Max. He talks about the science behind movie posters / trailers, the creative writing process when dealing with dark subjects, and reveals just how much blood was spilled (and how much money it cost!) to bring the terrifying vision to life. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Pixar’s ‘Elemental,' which explores the interconnectedness of the natural world and human emotions. He shares why he thinks it underperformed at the box office despite being a good movie. In the Trailer Park, Mike takes a sneak peek at 'Kraven the Hunter,' the upcoming anti-hero film from Sony’s Spider-Man universe in association with Marvel Entertainment. SEE the posters Mike talked about HERE New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey share their experience recently meeting Tom Hanks in Nashville on how it happened, what he’s like in real life, what they said to him and how they got a picture with him. Mike also shares his list of movie star encounters that include Gwyneth Paltrow, Nicole Kidman, Dennis Quaid and more! Mike gives his spoiler-free review of The Flash starring Ezra Miller as the Flash, Michael Keaton as Batman and Ben Affleck as Batman. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike gives his spoiler version of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. He recaps the film and share his thoughts on the unexpected moments, issue with the ending and the cameo he was most excited for. I repeat, ****CONTAINS SPOILERS****. Listen if you’ve seen the movie…or you don’t care about having it ruined for you. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Movie Mike and Kelsey share their thoughts, insights, and opinions on the best and worst films they've recently watched, providing you with a curated list of must-see gems and cautionary tales. Looking for the perfect movie to enjoy from the comfort of your own home? Mike gives his top recommendation from each of the major streaming services. In the Movie Review, Mikes gives his thoughts on the latest summer blockbuster release, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. He analyzes reboot of the franchise, the film's direction, performances, special effects, and if it lived up to his odd hype for the movie. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down Bird Box Barcelona which is a spin-off of Netflix’s Bird Box from 2018 but this time without Sandra Bullock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this thrilling edition, Mike dives into the realm of superheroes and unveils his Top 5 Superhero Power Discovery Moments that left us in awe. Movie Mike gives you his Top 5 unforgettable and game-changing moments that defined the genre. In the spoiler-free Movie Review, Mike shares his thoughts on the highly anticipated film, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. He discusses the film's stunning animation, captivating storyline, and the return of Miles Morales with the addition of 280 Spider People. Movie Mike dissects the movie's strengths, highlights its remarkable visuals, and explores its impact on the superhero genre. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about The Marvels coming out on November 10th as part of Phase Five of the MCU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this enchanting episode, Movie Mike takes you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Movie Mike explores his personal connection to the magical world of Disney, delving into his top 10 most influential films from his childhood. Discover the movies that left an indelible mark on Movie Mike's imagination and shaped his love for all things Disney. From timeless classics to hidden gems, each film holds a special place in his heart and has contributed to his deep appreciation for the art of storytelling. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his thoughts on the Little Mermaid remake. How does it hold up to the original, how was Halle Bailey as Ariel, the soundtrack, and what worked and what was off about the film. In the Trailer Park, Mike shares his thoughts on the highly anticipated film, "Killers of the Flower Moon" . Mike takes a look at the story behind this crime thriller, he provides insights into the trailer's visuals, cast and why it’s being called already to be Leonardo DiCaprio’s best performance. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey give their spoiler version of their review for Hypnotic starring Ben Affleck. It’s a movie that was so bad, it didn’t even warrant a normal spoiler free review. It’s so ridiculous and cheesy that we are saving you time and money by getting the full recap in less than 15 minutes. I repeat, ****CONTAINS SPOILERS****. Listen if you’ve seen the movie…or you don’t care about having it ruined for you. But we actually recommend you listen to this instead of watching. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Movie Mike’s Ultimate Summer Movie Survival Guide! Whether you're a die-hard movie buff or simply looking for some blockbuster excitement: Mike wants to help you make the most of your summer at the movies while keeping some extra cash in your pocket. As someone who goes to the movies 1-2 times a week, Mike shares his valuable tips on how to save time and money at the theater. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Fast X. He shares if it’s as ridiculous as all the other films, why the naming of these movies make no sense and if we really need any more of these movies. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One and its use of real stunts and high-stakes action that await Ethan Hunt and his team in this next installment. From the Listener Shout Out of The Week - Kelsey’s Book Episodes Kelsey’s Top 10 Books of 2022 (Starts at 20 mins) https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-movie-mikes-movie-podcast-53761269/episode/spoiler-review-mike-and-kelsey-on-106593004/ Books that should be turned into Movies: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-movie-mikes-movie-podcast-53761269/episode/books-that-should-be-turned-into-100897750/ New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey give their spoiler version of their review for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. They share their thoughts on the unexpected moments, deaths, survivals, mental anguish, emotional roller coaster and the ending. I repeat, ****CONTAINS SPOILERS****. Listen if you’ve seen the movie…or you don’t care about having it ruined for you. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Movie Mike’s Movie Podcast, the question is: Are you more interested in seeing a movie if there's a certain actor in the cast? Mike breaks down the list of the Top 20 Actors with the biggest box office appeal. He gives his thoughts on who deserves to be ranked higher / lower and who was left off the list completely that deserves to be in the conversation. In the Movie Review, Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts on the horror movie, Evil Dead Rise. Including where it ranks in the franchise, the crazy amount of blood that was used during filming and the state of horror movies. In the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down the Dune Part 2 trailer including its underrated director and why its ramping up to be better than Part 1. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey return with their Best and Worst movies they watched of the Month for April. They rate and review a vast list of new and older movies they saw in theaters / streaming and give you recommendations on what to see and what to avoid. In the Spoiler-Free Movie Review, Mike shares his thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 which is the final installment in the franchise. Mike answers what you want to know: Did it live up to the hype? and is it one of the best MCU trilogies? In the Trailer Park, Mike takes a dive into The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" which will serve as a prequel to the franchise. The biggest questions being: Is this movie necessary and what happened to the Young adult Dystopian novels turned into movies? New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s one of Movie Mike’s favorite times of year, CinemaCon! CinemaCon is an annual convention in Las Vegas held for theater owners and film distributors. Movie studios to screen their upcoming releases and promote their films to theater owners and industry professionals. Mike crowns a winner for 2023, ranks each of the 5 major studios and shares what movies he is the most excited about that were announced. In the Movie Review, Mike’s thoughts on Guy Ritchie's The Covenant, what it got right and wrong story wise, where it ranks among modern war films and how Jake Gyllenhaal is severely underrated. In the Trailer Park, we have a final look at The Flash along with new details released at CinemaCon. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike talks to Alex Convery (@AConvery) about his first produced screenplay Air. Alex talks about how he decided to write the movie after watching the Last Dance, what the initial script was like and the call he got from Ben Affleck that he was interested. Alex shares stories from the set of the movie, seeing his script come to life and what he kept from the set as a momento. Alex shares his passion for watching movies, where his creativity comes from and what career advice Ben Affleck gave him. In the movie review, Mike talks about The Super Mario Bros. Movie and where it ranks among video game movie adaptations, who was the best voice actor in the cast and what this could mean for a possible Nintendo cinematic universe. In the Trailer Park, Mike shares his theory on what Miles Morales will go through in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike hangs out with the Broken Lizard guys (Super Troopers, Beerfest) and actress Adrianne Palicki (Friday Night Lights, John Wick) to talk about their new comedy Quasi coming to Hulu on 4/20! Director Kevin Heffernan, Jay Chandrasekhar, Paul Soter and Erik Stolhanske talk about why we are seeing less comedies in theaters, why this movie almost got shut down, and how Adrianne Palicki reacted when she got the part. The guys share behind the scenes stories, the unfun side of making movies, how they keep from laughing while filming and the one bit they regret from Super Troopers. Mike shares his Top 3 quotes from their movies and gets the origin of each famous line. In the movie review, Mike gives his thoughts on Quasi, where it ranks among the Broken Lizard films, and what it was like going to his first movie premiere! In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the fun look at the Barbie movie coming out on July 21st. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s something in movies that irk you? Mike goes on a rant about things in film that ‘twist his nipples’ aka ‘grind his gears’ aka ‘gets his goat’! From toxic fanbases, the improper use of pizza, continuity errors, horror movie cliches and more! In the movie review, Mike talks about Air starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Mike gives his thoughts on Ben Affleck as a director, how Michael Jordan is absent from the film and where it ranks among recent sports dramas. In the Trailer Park, Mike is excited about Blue Beetle which the first DC movie to feature a Latino superhero! Donate to St. Jude for Mike’s Marathon by Clicking HERE New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey return for another round of Best and Worst of the Month. They each share the best and worst movies they watched this month. New and old movies you may have missed and the ones you should avoid at all costs. In the Movie Review, Mike shares his spoiler-free thoughts on John Wick 4 and why it’s the best one yet. He talks about the gritty action, Keanu Reeves Performance (or lack thereof?), and if it was worthy of the almost 3 hour runtime. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the new Wes Anderson movie Asteroid City starring Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johannson, Margot Robbie and so many more A-list actors! New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike sets out to answer the question: What DCEU movie is the best and which is the worst? He ranks the 13 DC Extended Universe movies from Man of Steel (2013) to the latest Shazam! Fury of the Gods. Then he gives his spoiler-free review on Shazam! Fury of the Gods and why he thinks it underperformed at the box office. He shares why he thinks it doesn’t deserve the criticism it’s received, why it’s a great movie for kids and an unexpected standout performance from actors not even listed in the credits! In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about No Hard Feelings which is a new comedy starring Jennifer Lawrence that looks like a fun ride! Or will we all be tricked by another comedy trailer? New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quentin Tarantino is reportedly working on his final movie "The Movie Critic”. Mike ranks his 9 feature films from worst to best. Mike also gives his thoughts on Taratino retiring, his legacy, what makes his movies unique, his historically long runtimes and what he does that no other director can all off. In the movie review, Mike talks about 65 starring Adam Driver. It’s about astronaut who crash lands on a mysterious planet and quickly discovers he's actually stranded on Earth…but from 65 million years ago and he's not alone! In the Trailer Park, Mike talks abut the first real look at Disney’s live action “The Little Mermaid” after the trailer debuted at the Oscars. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey talk about their favorite moments from the Oscars last night. From Mike getting hype that his prediction of Brendan Fraser winning for “The Whale" came true to Kelsey getting emotional Ke Huy Quan’s speech. Mike and Kelsey talks about who they were happy DIDN’T win, who was left out of the in memoriam and how the overall entertainment value of the award show. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike takes on a listener suggested segment and ranks the Top 10 Scariest Horror Movie Masks. A good mask can make a horror movie traumatizing so which of these masked killers would you be the most frightening if they showed up at your doorstep? In the movie review, Mike gives his honest thoughts about Scream 6. Mike answers the questions: is the the best in the franchise?, is it TOO meta?, does the New York City setting make a difference? And does it deliver as being and is this really a Ghost Face unlike we’ve ever seen before?? In the Trailer Park, the kid in Mike is really excited about the new animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles but is questioning seeing movies meant for kids as an adult. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike shares his list of what he thinks are the Top 10 Most Iconic movie theme songs. The most recognizable that even with just a few notes have the ability to put your right back into that movie. This list will only cover instrumentals / compositions (no lyrics!). In the movie review, Mike gives his thoughts on Creed 3, where it ranks in the franchise, was it weird to not have Rocky and how Michael B. Jordan did making his directorial debut. In the Trailer Park, Mike takes a look at yet another Disney live-action Peter Pan & Wendy and how this one might compare to other interrelations of the Peter Pan story. Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @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 saw in February. A collection of movie reviews with the best recommendations for movies you may have missed and what movies to avoid because they are so bad. In the movie review, Mike gives his review of the highly anticipated Cocaine Bear. It’s based on a true story, and follows the actions of a 500-pound black bear who consumes a significant amount of cocaine and embarks on a drug-fueled rampage in a Georgia forest. Mike shares what of the story is actually true, how ridiculous the action was and how it stayed surprisingly grounded with such a bizarre plot. In the Trailer Park, Mike shares his thoughts on Bert Kreischer’s new meta comedy “The Machine”. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There were only two ways people Chornologial & Release Order but now Mike has found a new way that he thinks you should try. The new order is watching them character by character. So all the Iron Man movies, Captain American, Thor, Spider-man and so on! Mike gives his spoiler-free review of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and his thoughts on it being the first MCU entry of Phase 5, the introduction of a new villain and how it compares to the other Ant-Man movies. In the Trailer Park, we dive into all the cameos and expectations set by the new trailer for DC’s The Flash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike gives his spoiler version of their review for Knock at the Cabin. Mike shares his thoughts on the violence, the ‘twist’, ending and how he was hoping it would have turned out in the end. I repeat, ****CONTAINS SPOILERS****. Listen if you’ve seen the movie…or you don’t care about having it ruined for you. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike issues his 2023 State of the Cinema address. On the agenda, Disney announces sequels Toy Story 5, Froze 3 and Zootopia 2. Mike gives his thoughts on what needs to change for Disney animation and Disney+ releases. Mike breaks down the new DC Universe and the 5 films we will see in their first new chapter titled “Gods and Monsters” and where “The Batman” and “Joker” sequels fall into the new universe. Plus, how AMC made everyone mad after the announcement that they will be charging for ‘the good seats. In the movie review, Mike talks about why people are saying the love story wasn’t believable in You People, why the chemistry and comedy lacked, and did they really CGI the final kiss? And in the Trailer Park, it’s the beginning for the head of the road of another historic franchise now that we have our first look at Fast X, the 10th Fast and the Furious movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we head into Super Bowl week, Movie Mike tries to tackle the question: “Why has it been so long since there’s been a great football movie?” From the underdog stories, the thrill of victory and the horrors of injury — Let us take a look back on football in America, the first football movie ever, the greatest football films in history and what made them great. Mike reveals what was voted as the Best Football movie off all-time and his Top 5 favorites. In the spoiler free movie review, Mike gives his thoughts on the new M. Night Shyamalan mystery “Knock at the Cabin” and whether or not he returned to what made his movies great early in his career. In the Trailer Park, Mike finally talks about the bizarre trailer for Cocaine Bear coming soon on February 24th. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oscar nominations came out last week and now Mike and Kelsey give their reactions to the full list of nominees. Mike gives his option on who will win, who got snubbed, what noms that surprised him and the one that caused him much OUTRAGE! Afterward, Mike gives his spoiler free review of Best Picture nominee The Banshees of Inisherin (HBO Max). Why he thinks it’s the best comedy in years, the real life friendship between Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, and why it made him want to visit Ireland. And in the Trailer Park, Mike talks about how Scream 6 has the potential to be a better film than 5 but doesn’t want to jump too quickly on those hopes after something struck him funny from the first look at the movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike shares his Top 10 characters that Tom Hanks of all-time. In the movie review, Kelsey joins Mike to give their spoiler free review on A Man Called Otto. Why Tom Hanks is crushing it in his 60's, why people need to ease up on nepo-babies, and the sad realization Mike had after watching the movie about what would happen if Kelsey died before him. And in the Trailer park, Mike takes a look at Netflix’s big flex in their trailer for their 2023 slates of movies. He breaks down where they shine, where they need improvement and how they rank among other streaming services when it comes to original movies. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike goes through all 26 letters of the alphabet and gives a recommendation for each letter. They include new movies, some of mike’s favorite and some that he considers the greatest of all-time. In the movie review, Mike talks about the new killer doll sweeping the world: Megan. And in the Trailer Park, Mike shares his thoughts on the mystery “Missing” coming out next week about a daughter whose mother disappears while on vacation in Colombia with her new boyfriend. New Episodes Every Monday! Link to Movie Mike's Letterbox HERE Watch This Reveiw on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s one of Mike’s favorite times a year, looking at all the movies coming out and talking about what he’s most excited about. From the latest Marvel films to the new Barbie picture…Mike covers all the titles coming to the big screen this year . In the movie review, Mike talks about The Whale starring Brendan Fraiser where he plays obese and reclusive English teacher who tries to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter for one last chance at redemption. Mike also shares his story of dealing with a food addiction and his decision to get healthy and lose 100 pounds. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the new horror movie The Evil Dead Rise which looks insanely sinister. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is back for the new year and sharing his list of the best 10 movies he watched in 2022. He also shares his top 5 movies that left him disappointed by not living up the expectations he had going into them. In the movie review, Mike talks about Knives Out: Glass Onion on how it compares to the original, the stand outs from the ensemble cast, and what this movie means for Netflix. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike and Kelsey give spoiler version of their review for Avatar: The Way of Water. Mike and Kelsey talk about all of the major plot points, action, runtime and whether or no they are in for more Avatar films. I repeat, ****CONTAINS SPOILERS****. Listen if you’ve seen the movie…or you don’t care about having it ruined for you. Kelsey also shares her Top 10 Books of the year after reading a total of 75 in 2022! Follow Kelsey on Good Reads by clicking HERE Listen to the 'Books that Would Be Good Movies' HERE with Kelsey's List! New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mike takes a look back on his five favorite conversations from the podcast this year. Interviews include Sean Astin talking about Lord of The Rings, Chris Sanders on the voice and creating the story of Lilo and Stitch, Amy Brown (Bobby Bones Show / 4 Things) on her debut movie role in Holiday Harmony + more! New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike gives his Top 5 Christmas movie hot takes (with it being his least favorite movie genre) and share one sent in from the Movie Crew. Mike gives his review of Avatar: The Way of the Water and if it was worth of the 3+ hour runtime. A dive into DC’s decision to scrap the new Superman movie with Henry Cavil. And in the Trailer Park, we get our first real look at Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the year winds down, Mike gives his Top 5 worst movies of the year that all warned below a 2 out of 5 rating and were a complete waste of time. Mike also looks into what went wrong with the Top 10 Box Office Bombs of the year and how surprisingly not all of them are bad movies. In the movie review, Mike gives his thoughts on the new drama ‘Spoiler Alert’ starring Jim Parsons. And in the Trailer Park, Mike breaks down Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Email: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for a Steven Spielberg themed episode. Mike shares things you may not know about Spielberg, his trademarks, legacy and influence on modern filming. Mike gives his 10 favorite Spielberg movies based on story, genre, music and rewatchability. In the movie review, Mike talks about the latest Spielberg movie “The Fablemans” which is semi-autobiographical. And in the Trailer Park, Mike talks about the first look at Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny starring Harrison Ford. He returns as the famous archaeologist in the fifth installment of the Indiana Jones film series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.