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Space Jam is Stupid! - Talking About Tapes (#53) May 31, 2021

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Tony with Johanna and Sean (from Movie Dumpster) review Space Jam. In this Podcast / Movie Review of this relic from the 90s they talk about all the things that make it stupid. Like the weird crossover between the NBA and the Loony Tunes, the bizarre premise of Aliens and cartoons playing basketball, and the rampant product placement.
Swackhammer (Danny DeVito), an evil alien theme park owner, needs a new attraction at Moron Mountain. When his gang, the Nerdlucks, heads to Earth to kidnap Bugs Bunny (Billy West) and the Looney Tunes, Bugs challenges them to a basketball game to determine their fate. The aliens agree, but they steal the powers of NBA basketball players, including Larry Bird and Charles Barkley -- so Bugs gets some help from superstar Michael Jordan.

Evil Dead (2013) is Extreme! - Hack The Movies (#52) May 28, 2021

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Tony with Newt and Crystal review Evil Dead from 2013. In this Podcast / Movie Review of this remake we talk about all the stuff that makes it extreme! Like the insane practical effects, the incredible sound design, and the gallons of blood that pour from the sky! Mia (Jane Levy), a drug addict, is determined to kick the habit. To that end, she asks her brother, David (Shiloh Fernandez), his girlfriend, Natalie (Elizabeth Blackmore) and their friends Olivia (Jessica Lucas) and Eric (Lou Taylor Pucci) to accompany her to their family's remote forest cabin to help her through withdrawal. Eric finds a mysterious Book of the Dead at the cabin and reads aloud from it, awakening an ancient demon. All hell breaks loose when the malevolent entity possesses Mia.

Thirteen Ghosts is Crazy! - Talking About Tapes (#51) May 25, 2021

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Tony with Johanna and Crystal review Thirteen Ghosts. In this Podcast / Movie Review of early 2000's cult classic they'll talk about all the things that make it crazy! Like the over the top bad guy, the really memorable ghosts, and the awesome gore and make up effects!
A state-of-the-art remake of the classic William Castle horror film about a family that inherits a spectacular old house from an eccentric uncle. There's just one problem: the house seems to have a dangerous agenda all its own. Trapped in their new home by strangely shifting walls, the family encounters powerful and vengeful entities that threaten to annihilate anyone in their path.

Spiral: From The Book of Saw - Hack The Movies (#50) May 21, 2021

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The latest Saw Spin off is here! In this Podcast / Movie Review Newt and Tony will talk about the things that make 'Spiral: From The Book of Saw' Predictable. Like the cop movie clichés that are sprinkled throughout the movie, the obvious red herrings, and the even more obvious identity of the new Jigsaw killer.
Working in the shadow of his father, Detective Ezekiel "Zeke" Banks and his rookie partner take charge of an investigation into grisly murders that are eerily reminiscent of the city's gruesome past. Unwittingly entrapped in a deepening mystery, Zeke finds himself at the center of the killer's morbid game.

Batman Forever is Fun! - Talking About Tapes (#49) May 18, 2021

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Tony with Newt and Crystal review Batman Forever. In this Podcast / Movie Review of third movie in the Burton/Schumacher era of Batman films they'll talk about all the things that make it fun. Like the one liners by Jim Carey, the colorful costumes and set design, and the overall ridiculous tone!
Batman (Val Kilmer) faces off against two foes: the schizophrenic, horribly scarred former District Attorney Harvey Dent, aka Two-Face (Tommy Lee Jones), and the Riddler (Jim Carrey), a disgruntled ex-Wayne Enterprises inventor seeking revenge against his former employer by unleashing his brain-sucking weapon on Gotham City's residents. As the caped crusader also deals with tortured memories of his parents' murder, he has a new romance, with psychologist Chase Meridian (Nicole Kidman).

The Conjuring is Creepy! - Hack The Movies (#48) May 14, 2021

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Tony with Newt and Sean (from Movie Dumpster) review The Conjuring. In this Podcast / Movie Review of this film that spawned a whole cinematic universe they will talk about all the stuff that make this movie creepy! Like the doll in that got her own franchise, the ghosts that clap in the dark, and the demon that haunts the house.
In 1970, paranormal investigators and demonologists Lorraine (Vera Farmiga) and Ed (Patrick Wilson) Warren are summoned to the home of Carolyn (Lili Taylor) and Roger (Ron Livingston) Perron. The Perrons and their five daughters have recently moved into a secluded farmhouse, where a supernatural presence has made itself known. Though the manifestations are relatively benign at first, events soon escalate in horrifying fashion, especially after the Warrens discover the house's macabre history.
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Twister is Still Awesome 25 Years Later! - Talking About Tapes (#47) May 10, 2021

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Since Twister is celebrating its 25th anniversary, Tony and Newt decided to revisit it. In this Podcast / Movie Review they will talk about all the things that make it awesome. From the ground breaking special effects, the non stop action sequences, and the memorable performances by the late Bill Paxton and Phillip Seymour Hoffman.
During the approach of the most powerful storm in decades, university professor Dr. Jo Harding (Helen Hunt) and an underfunded team of students prepare the prototype for Dorothy, a ground-breaking tornado data-gathering device conceived by her estranged husband, Bill (Bill Paxton). When Harding tells Bill that Dorothy is ready for testing -- and that their privately funded rival Dr. Jonas Miller (Cary Elwes) has stolen the idea and built his own -- Bill rejoins the team for one last mission.

Jennifer's Body is So High School! - Hack The Movies (#46) May 07, 2021

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Tony with Johanna and Crystal review Jennifer's Body. In this Podcast / Movie Review of underrated modern cult classic they'll talk about all the things that make it so High School! Like the relatable characters, the music that was popular at the time, or the popular girl turning into a demon and eating all the boys. Typical High School amiright?
When a demon takes possession of her, high-school hottie Jennifer (Megan Fox) turns a hungry eye on guys who never stood a chance with her before. While evil Jennifer satisfies her appetite for human flesh with the school's male population, her nerdy friend, Needy (Amanda Seyfried), learns what's happening and vows to put an end to the carnage.

Pokémon The First Movie is Sad! - Talking About Tapes (#45) May 04, 2021

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Since Pokémon Snap is now out, Justin and Newt got together and Pokémon The First Movie: Mewtwo Strikes Back. In this Podcast / Movie Review they will talk about all the things that make it sad. From Mewtwo's existential crisis, the multiple Pokémon tears, and how it lead to sad people (like Justin) to obsessively collect garbage.
When a group of scientists are offered funding into genetic research if they agree to try and clone the greatest ever Pokémon, Mew, the end result is success and Mewtwo is born. However Mewtwo is bitter about his purpose in life and kills his masters. In order to become the greatest he throws open a challenge to the world to battle him and his Pokémon. Ash and his friends are one of the few groups of trainers who pass the first test and prepare for battle. However they soon find out about further cloning and Mewtwo's ultimate plan for the earth.

Mortal Kombat (2021) Makes No Sense! - Hack The Movies (#44) Apr 30, 2021

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Its a Rental Reunion! Tony, Justin, and Kieran review the new Mortal Kombat. In this Podcast / Movie Review of The Mortal Kombat Reboot we talk about all the things that make no sense like the dumb dragon tattoo, the terrible script, and the awful new character.
Hunted by the fearsome warrior Sub-Zero, MMA fighter Cole Young finds sanctuary at the temple of Lord Raiden. Training with experienced fighters Liu Kang, Kung Lao and the rogue mercenary Kano, Cole prepares to stand with Earth's greatest champions to take on the enemies from Outworld in a high-stakes battle for the universe.

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