Gen XvZ: A Movie Podcast

May 21 2024

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Gen XvZ: A Movie Podcast is a podcast in which a father and daughter team, Brian Smith and MacKenzie Larsen, dissect and break down a current movie release discussing everything from the cast, the director, the script, and everything else that made the movie great (or not so great). Then they wrap it up by comparing it to a classic movie that might have influenced it. Spoilers ahead! New Episodes every Tuesday. @genxvzpod everywhere.

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The Star Wars Franchise

May 21 2024 60 mins

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

May 14 2024 60 mins

We're kicking off Summer Blockbuster season! This week, Brian and MacKenzie discuss Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. They get into how this one compares to the rest of the trilogy, what made those films so great and where the franchise goes from here.

The Fall Guy

May 07 2024 58 mins

Listen to Brian and MacKenzie discuss The Fall Guy. It’s one of the most entertaining movies of the year so far. So why isn’t it doing better at the box office? We’ll ponder that and other things. Spoiler alert so go see it in theaters and then listen!

Challengers

Apr 30 2024 58 mins

This week Brian and MacKenzie discuss Challengers and it's a true Gen X v. Z faceoff! Spoilers ahead in this episode so see the movie in theaters before you listen.

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

Apr 23 2024 57 mins

In this week's episode, Brian and MacKenzie discuss the new release The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. They break down the success of the story while still being a "popcorn movie" and what makes this distinctly NOT a road movie. They also discuss the potential burgeoning genre of hyper violent, witty action movies and how that relates to superhero fatigue.

Civil War

Apr 16 2024 63 mins

Yet again, there's no episode description. If you're interested in this movie, watch it first before listening to this one.

Wicked Little Letters

Apr 09 2024 55 mins

Brian and MacKenzie didn't give me an episode description for this one. So. Enjoy.

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Apr 02 2024 53 mins

Listen in this week as Brian and MacKenzie discuss "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire." What they liked (not much), what they didn't (most of it), and their feelings on the state of the franchise (derailed).

Director Spotlight: Stanley Kubrick

Mar 26 2024 61 mins

This week Brian and MacKenzie give their top 5 Stanley Kubrick films. They discuss what they like and dislike about the polarizing filmmaker and give recommendations for anyone who might be "Kubrick curious."

Dune: Part Two

Mar 19 2024 56 mins

This week, Brian and MacKenzie break down the new release Dune Part 2. They discuss its place in Science Fiction history, the fantastic performances and of course the spectacular visual effects.