The Goods: A Film Podcast

Jan 27 2025 219 ep. 90 mins 4

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Join Dan and Brian as they explore films both classic and forgotten and answer the all-important question: Is It Good?

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Galaxy Quest (1999) - By Grabthar's hammer!

Jan 27 2025 83 mins

Dan and Brian review the sci-fi comedy from 1999. Join as they discuss Star Trek and their experience with the franchise, gas station VHSes, the long shadow of Buzz Lightyear, a stacked cast of familiar comedians, the underappreciated Sam Rockwell, goofy catchphrases, Spy Kids graphics, subverted Ripley, and the difficult dance of sci-fi comedy. Dan's movie reviews: http://thegoods

Last Christmas (2019) - Khaleesi comes of age

Jan 24 2025 94 mins

Dan and Brian wrap 2024 and kick off 2025 with one last holiday film, a strange romcom directed by Paul Feig starring Emilia Clarke. Join as they discuss Feig and the underappreciated art of high-budget comedy, Freaks and Geeks, Game of Thrones, strange baby names, British humor, Love Actually, and galaxy-brain twists. Dan's movie reviews: http://thegoodsreviews.com/ Subscribe, joi

Rear Window (1954) ft. Nate - Hitchcock's dark mirror

Jan 16 2025 104 mins

Dan and Brian are joined (again!) by Nate to discuss Alfred Hitchcock and his beloved 1954 film, Rear Window. Join as they talk through Hitchcock's legacy, the astonishing production design and thematic roundness of Rear Window, the double-edged perfection of Grace Kelly, Hitchcock's anti-mystery narrative elements, and our personal favorite Hitchcock films. Dan's movie reviews: ht

A Christmas Carol, Year 5: TV Episodes - Drag out the Dickens

Jan 06 2025 123 mins

For the fifth (!) year, Dan and Brian gather to discuss four adaptations of A Christmas Carol. This year, they take a look at episodes from four different TV shows that took on the famous ghost story: The Jetsons, The Real Ghostbusters, Xena: Warrior Princess, and Roseanne. Join as Dan and Brian reflect on traditions at risk of going stale, iceberg charts, unexpected subversions, G

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (1987) - I want Candy

Dec 27 2024 87 mins

Dan and Brian return with a discussion of the Thanksgiving classic Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Join as they talk about the influence and reputation of John Hughes, Letterboxd's list stats, John Candy's large size and shadow, the curious empathy towards Del, quotable lines and funny moments throughout the film, and how the movie might have changed if it had been set in a time w

The Stuff (1985) - The episode

Dec 13 2024 57 mins

Dan and Brian are back for another vague matter movie following last week's look at The Substance. This time, it's The Stuff, an '80s satire sci-fi film about delicious white goo. Join as they break down the film's peculiar pacing, colorful cast of characters, strangely specific aphorisms, and legacy within both Hunter recommendations and anarchic practical-effects films. Dan's mov

The Substance (2024) - Out comes the blood hose

Dec 11 2024 88 mins

Dan and Brian review the absolutely bananas 2024 horror-satire The Substance. Join as they talk through the film's wild swings and memorable scenes, challenging performances, and comparisons to Coralie Fergeat's debut film Revenge. Dan promised a film that would provoke a strong reaction -- find out just how much Brian agrees. Dan's movie reviews: http://thegoodsreviews.com/ Subscr

Mars Attacks! (1996) - No applause, no birds

Dec 04 2024 104 mins

Dan and Brian consider the panned Tim Burton first contact film Mars Attacks! and debate its tone, CGI, enormous cast, and overall legacy. They also review a classic of the "government scrambles to contain catastrophe" genre, Dr. Strangelove. Join as Brian and Dan discuss old trading cards, legacy Rotten Tomatoes scores, the greatest football players of all time, how to make cheesy

MaXXXine (2024) - I will not accept a third act I don't deserve

Nov 24 2024 76 mins

Dan and Brian conclude their discussion of Ti West's horror trilogy starring Mia Goth with the '80s-flavored MaXXXine. Join as they talk through the strange plot turns and excesses of this final outing, encounter yet another Breaking Bad alum, ponder what the trilogy as a whole means, and where the trilogy could go. Then, they answer "Is It Good?" for all three X movies. Episode ti

X / Pearl (2022) - Behold, the ravages of age

Nov 13 2024 86 mins

Dan and Brian pick up their spooky season discussion with part one of a look at the Ti West trilogy of horror films starring Mia Goth. First, they look at the '70s-inspired X, then the Technicolor nightmare of Pearl. Join as they discuss their A24 feelings, the long shadow of Texas Chain Saw Massacre, nudity clauses, old people body horror, Mia Goth's unique performances (she's a s