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Things I Should've Known, But Didnt.

Guys...I had no idea that Tippi Hedren is the mother of Melanie Griffith, and naturally the grandmother of Dakota Johnson. Is this just common knowledge to everyone, and I'm just living in a cave? This is almost as bad as the time I realized Warren Beatty and and Shirley MacLaine are siblings. 

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Watch Party Updates

We will be watching 3 WOMEN (1977) for the watch party. We will likely do it mid February with the typical format/time. More details tba. 

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Oscar Noms

What did ya'll think of em? I will likely shoot a video on the noms sometime this week or next week. Just do a video where I tell you who I'd pick, and who I think will win. That kind of thing. Wasn't surprised May December got the boot since it was pretty much absent from the SAG noms, and Nyad started getting all that momentum. 

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Early Video Preview

Enjoy! 

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February Movies

So what movies/tv shows or anything should I be watching out for in February? 

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Topic Video Question

What's an actor/actress that you find to be overrated and why?

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Wow Dude...

...Ya'll likely know already that I'm an extremely active Instagram user. I always wished there was a way to have like a mini version of that for the Patrons. Where you can easily just upload pics or videos from your phone to Patreon through an app. I kept meaning to check out the creator app, but it seems at face value to be the thing I've been looking for. Obviously on my official instagram, ...

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Covid Cherry Popped

After four years of avoiding covid, I finally caught it. So I'm quite out of commission this week. Trying to think or do anything productive feels quite difficult. I have never been contagiously sick in my adult life, so it's a weird feeling. Was gonna try and review a film this week, but that's not gonna happen. Appreciate your patience. Will try and rest so I'm back to my old self very soon.&...

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SHOWGIRLS

I may have asked this before, but I'd like to get people's opinions on Showgirls. A polarizing film. I would like to review it sometime soon this year, and just thought I'd get a general consensus. Are you one of the ones who love it? Hate it? Or is it overhyped? 

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Topic Video Preview

You can tell this was recorded many months ago based on my tan, and the fact that I said TAR was a recent watch party. lol...sometimes its good to have a backlog. Enjoy! 

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Today At Work

I was working with a new assistant manager today, and we were getting to know eachother. He says to me "So, the boss says you're on Youtube. That's cool. Are you looking to try and get monetized as your goal?" ......lol XD I love all the kinds of questions I get. 

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Topic Video Question

Who is a director that you think is overrated lately and why? 

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Early New Year's Preview

Thought I would make this one available for all of you guys in advance before I release it on Monday. Hope you enjoy. Happy New Year! 

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Movie Characters of 2023

Which characters did you feel the most connected with, that either reflected your own life, or someone you could relate to strongly at a certain point in life? For me it is Mia in TALK TO ME and Bella Baxter in POOR THINGS. 

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Chris Von Erich

If any of you have seen The Iron Claw, what do you think of the script excluding Chris from the film? A lot of people have complained about it. There are a lot of creative liberties taken in the film beyond just this one, which I think is important to note. But I actually support this particular decision from a narrative standpoint. Kevin Von Erich also seems to understand, and supported the de...

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Best of 2023

Hey guys. I'd love to know what some of your favorite films have been this year, and why. 

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GODZILLA MINUS ONE

I took your advice and saw it last night. You guys were right. It's a fantastic movie, and one of my favorites of the year. I was surprised by how much Gorecki and Penderecki vibes there were at times in the score, especially after Godzilla first attacks the city. Definitely aspects of it felt like "threnody for the victims of hiroshima." Tell me your thoughts on the film, if you've seen it. I'...

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January Movies

I know January is often one of the least interesting months for movies. And often it's when I catching up on all the 2023 films I missed. But feel free to let me know all the things you guys plan on watching this month, and if there's any films from 2023 leftover, that you think I should check. 

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Genuine Question

Is there a single soul on the planet....who watches Seth Meyers? I really wanna know his numbers. I wanna know a lot of the numbers of these "mainstream" shows. XD I know it's likely me being mean and cynical but...it's just very strange. The lack of awareness on the major networks these days. 

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RIP Ryan O'Neal

I watched Barry Lyndon last night with someone in honor of Mr. O'Neal. I had been itching to watch it again after seeing its influence so clear in Napoleon. Lord...it never ceases to amaze me the power of this film. It is so simple, and so straight forward, and yet everything that makes it spectacular, is filling in between. I think people often see it as a stiff period piece, only out of judge...

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Deep Question

What do you prefer? Dunkin or Krispy Kreme? There is a correct answer to this question. ;) 

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What is the funniest film you have ever seen?

What film sent you into hysterics, where you can barely even think about it in passing without smiling?

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Movie Review Poll

This one will semi-depend on my schedule, but which one would you like to see a review for first? 

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SALTBURN Spoilers Ahead

For those who have seen it...I think two huge things would've helped this film monumentally. One: Do not withhold Oliver's intentions with Saltburn estate from the audience until the third act. Reveal it in the first half. Delaying that information only reduces the thematic meaning overall, and the final revelation there feels cheap/flimsy as a result. Two: build the tension between Oliver and ...

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Happy Thanksgiving!

It's been a busy end of the year for me. But still surviving. I really hope you guys have a lovely holiday. Thank you so much for being such a wonderful group of passionate people. Please feel free to share your Thanksgiving plans, if you do celebrate. Or just...your plans during the break. 

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THANGALAAN

Indian film is obviously quite a big deal around the world. More than some realize. How many of you have heard of Thangalaan? If so, what do you know? Give me the lowdown. I've gotten a couple people mentioning it to me, requesting a potential review possibly in January. 

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Which Should I See First?

I think I know the answer lol...but what film do you want a review of first? 

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ANATOMY OF A FALL

I took people's advice on here and decided to give this a watch. While I find some things about it intriguing...I also really struggled with the editing, and aspects of the writing. I dunno. Still mulling it over. Who has seen it? Am I alone in feeling that? 

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The Philippou Brothers

i dunno how familiar you guys are with these guys, but I've looked them up quite a bit since their debut film TALK TO ME, became the sleeper horror hit of the summer. Truly some very polarizing, yet infectious individuals. I know Joe Rogan saw the film, and mentioned how much he loved it on instagram. Recently he had both brothers on his podcast, which is just the most incredible opportunity fo...

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What To See

There will be a lot of movies coming out in the next couple of months. I will try and see as many as I can. But I may ask you guys at certain points which ones you think I should see first, as part of my consideration. May not necessarily go with the ones you guys pick, but it will be nice just to get a sense of what you guys are most interested in, and what you would be most interested in seei...

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