Worthy

Sep 14 2024 72 ep. 108 mins 11
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Worthy analyzes the storytelling & technical elements of each Academy Award Best Picture winner, in addition to the history of the Oscars and other movies since 1927. The show’s hosts, Ben and Jon, rate each film individually and compare each Best Picture winner from the last 100 years.

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Summer 2024 Top 10 Review

Sep 14 2024 90 mins  
A merc with a mouth, talking emotions, and animated villains ruled the summer box office, but was it enough to keep the industry afloat? Hollywood’s strikes and corporate battles continued to reshape the landscape as their ripple effects disrupted the release schedule, with projects delayed as the industry recovered from months of halted production. Amid a wave of delayed release

Rocky and the 49th Academy Awards

Jun 13 2024 140 mins  
The Worthy Boys are getting taped up to fight as we’re celebrating the Best Picture of 1976, Rocky! This film is not just a sports drama but a narrative triumph, brilliantly capturing the underdog spirit of its time. Led by Sylvester Stallone's breakout performance and John G. Avildsen's masterful direction, Rocky stands as a cinematic 70’s milestone. It's an inspiring story t

One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest and the 48th Academy Awards

Mar 15 2024 159 mins  
The Worthy Boys are being institutionalized in honor of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," the groundbreaking Best Picture of 1975! 🏆 This film is not just a cinematic masterpiece but a narrative marvel, brilliantly capturing the spirit of its era. The movie, led by outstanding performances and Miloš Forman's masterful direction, stands as a landmark in film history. It's a pro

96th Academy Awards Reactions

Mar 11 2024 117 mins  
Oscar season is officially over as the 96th Academy Awards wrapped up the best films of 2023! Oppenheimer took home the Best Picture award with a total of 7 Academy Awards. In this episode of Worthy, Ben and Jon breakdown the ceremony and their thoughts on how the Oscars panned out. Ben and Jon also highlight key moments at the ceremony and where Ryan Gosling's "I'm Just Ken" ranks

96th Academy Awards Nominations Reaction

Jan 24 2024 92 mins  
The 96th Academy Awards nominations were announced on January 24! Ben and Jon breakdown the surprises and snubs as well as giving their thoughts on every category. Do we think Oppenheimer will sweep? Does Margot Robbie deserve to be a Best Actress nominee? Tune in and listen for our answers and more!

The Godfather Part II and the 47th Academy Awards

Jan 12 2024 181 mins  
The Worthy Boys are stepping back into tuxedos to celebrate a legendary sequel that redefined the art of cinematic storytelling in 1974: "The Godfather Part II"! 🎥✨ Join us as we explore the world of this timeless masterpiece, which not only upheld the grandeur of its predecessor but also showcased the enduring power of sequels. Starring the legendary duo, Al Pacino and Rober

Top 10 Movies of 2023

Dec 31 2023 123 mins  
Welcome to the end of 2023! Join us, as we come together to revisit the cinematic wonders of the year, celebrating the extraordinary work of filmmakers from around the globe. In this episode, we dive deep into the burning question: Did Oppenheimer and Past Lives surpass Barbie, or did Barbie steal the spotlight as the year's cinematic masterpiece? But that's not all! We'll discuss

The Sting and the 46th Academy Awards

Sep 21 2023 144 mins  
The Worthy Boys are turning back the clock to become confidence men as we’re celebrating 1973’s "The Sting" – a timeless masterpiece that combines wit, charm, and irresistible twists! This 70s gem, starring the dynamic duo Paul Newman and Robert Redford, takes you on a thrilling ride through the world of high-stakes cons and clever schemes. With its wacky cast of characters,

Summer 2023 Top 10 Review

Sep 08 2023 92 mins  
Join the Worthy Boys and a special guest to review the best films of Summer 2023 along with the biggest stories of the summer – plus what to look forward to in the fall and winter! The Atomic Bomb, Spidermen, and millennial pink rule the summer box office but is this enough to keep theaters afloat another year? Strikes and greedy CEOs fuel the ever-changing landscape of Hollywoo

The Godfather and the 45th Academy Awards

Aug 24 2023 227 mins  
Ben and Jon are going to make you an offer that you can't refuse, a breakdown of the 45th Best Picture winner "The Godfather". The gangster epic is the focal point of this episode as the Worthy Boys dive deep with the fishes to discuss the aspects of the films production. The film brings a heavy weight because of it's popularity and rank among the all-time best films. Ben and Jon