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Each week, hosts Darren Moser, John Mills, and Tristan Riddell share what they see as a movie director’s signature approach and how it shaped the movies you love. Join them as they unpack the works of some of the most prominent directors - and the lost works of the most masterful auteurs.

Weekly episodes comprise series featuring works of different directors approached in unexpected ways. For example:

• The entire filmography of a celebrated director like David Fincher or Christopher Nolan;
• The films of a director during a particular decade, like Francis Ford Coppola in the 1990s;
• A single film from each decade of the impactful director Spike Lee to see how his style evolved;
• The approach of different directors to a single franchise character or series, such as Hannibal Lecter or James Bond, and
• They’re always open to suggestions from listeners at https://thenerdparty.com/contact! 

In each case, your hosts bring unique takes to the discussion, fostering an informative conversation that’s equally insightful and entertaining...from an objectively critical but objectively fair angle.

So, if you’re interested in the stories behind the story, the decisions that shape our favorite films, and the people who make them happen, “Houselights” is the best movie podcast for you.

We are proud to be part of The Nerd Party Network, which is dedicated to presenting an objective perspective on the media we all love.]]>enFilm ReviewsCopyright The Nerd Partyhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3451bdccaa47161195999f84cd4163eb.jpghttp://thenerdparty.com/houseoffincherFri, 24 Jul 2026 20:24:42 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Nerd Partycontact@thenerdparty.comIf you’re looking for the best movie podcast for everyone who appreciates movies, subscribe to “https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/houselights-a-film-director-podcast/id1521351342” today! Each week, hosts...Houselights” today!

Each week, hosts Darren Moser, John Mills, and Tristan Riddell share what they see as a movie director’s signature approach and how it shaped the movies you love. Join them as they unpack the works of some of the most prominent directors - and the lost works of the most masterful auteurs.

Weekly episodes comprise series featuring works of different directors approached in unexpected ways. For example:

• The entire filmography of a celebrated director like David Fincher or Christopher Nolan;
• The films of a director during a particular decade, like Francis Ford Coppola in the 1990s;
• A single film from each decade of the impactful director Spike Lee to see how his style evolved;
• The approach of different directors to a single franchise character or series, such as Hannibal Lecter or James Bond, and
• They’re always open to suggestions from listeners at https://thenerdparty.com/contact! 

In each case, your hosts bring unique takes to the discussion, fostering an informative conversation that’s equally insightful and entertaining...from an objectively critical but objectively fair angle.

So, if you’re interested in the stories behind the story, the decisions that shape our favorite films, and the people who make them happen, “Houselights” is the best movie podcast for you.

We are proud to be part of The Nerd Party Network, which is dedicated to presenting an objective perspective on the media we all love.]]>falseepisodichttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/286-batman-mask-of-the-phantasmhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/73157015Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:07:24 +0000The Nerd PartyThis episode explores Batman: Mask of the Phantasm - a darker, deeper, and more emotional Batman story that nearly never reached theaters - and uncovers how studio resistance, rushed production, and creative ambition shaped a film now hailed as one of...2542animatedbatman,animatedfilm,batman,batmananimatedmovie,batmanfan,batmanlegend,batmanmaskofthephantasm,batmannostalgia,batmanstory,brucewayne,cultclassic,darkknight,dccomics,gothamcity,joker,kevinconroy,maskofthephantasm,shirleywalker,superheroanimation,warnerbrosanimationfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/285-batman-89-and-batman-returnshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/73030663Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:38:38 +0000The Nerd PartyTim Burton’s Batman and Batman Returns are explored here as two sides of the same dark, imaginative vision, tracing how Burton’s signature style shaped Gotham, redefined Batman on screen, and pushed superhero filmmaking toward something stranger,...3011batman,batman1989,batmananalysis,batmanmovie,batmanpodcast,batmanreturns,batmanreturnsmovie,burton,burtonverse,comicbookmovies,darkgotham,dcfilms,filmanalysis,filmmaking,gothicbatman,gothiccinema,moviepodcast,superheromovies,timburtonfilmfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/284-batman-the-movie-1966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72890166Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:30:24 +0000The Nerd PartyBatman: The Movie (1966) is a campy, quotable time capsule that helped turn a modest TV show into a pop culture icon. Adam West’s earnestness, the film’s comic-book style, and its playful villains make it a perfect snapshot of 1960s charm and lasting...30471960scinema,adamwest,batman,batmanmovie,campclassic,capedcrusader,catwoman,comicbookmovie,cultclassic,dccomics,filmhistory,gotham,joker,nostalgiamovie,popculture,retrofilm,riddler,superhero,tvadaptation,villainyfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/282-the-holiday]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72779854Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:30:01 +0000The Nerd PartyNancy Meyers’ The Holiday is the kind of movie that knows exactly what it’s doing: it’s polished, sentimental, and very aware of its own charm. It’s not subtle, but that’s part of the appeal; the movie leans hard into comfort, fantasy, and neatly...]]>3021cameron,cateswinslet,christmasmovie,classicromcom,cozymovie,diaz,escapistcinema,feelgoodmovie,holidayfilm,jackblack,jude,julesandiris,law,lovestory,moviereview,nancymeyers,romanticcomedy,romcom,theholiday,winterwatchfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/282-somethings-gotta-givehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/72692975Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:13:56 +0000The Nerd PartySomething’s Gotta Give is one of Nancy Meyers’ most polished fantasies, and this episode gets into both why it works and why it doesn’t. The conversation highlights the perfectly cast leads, the film’s luxurious Hamptons setting, and the way it leans...26612003movie,comedyfilm,dianekeaton,filmreview,hamptons,hollywoodclassic,jacknicholson,keanureeves,lateinlifelove,luxurylifestyle,movieanalysis,nancymeyers,nancymeyersretrospective,oscarnominated,podcastepisode,realtivevsfantasy,relationshipdrama,romanticcomedy,romcom,wealthycharactersfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/281-what-women-wanthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/72584449Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:42:51 +0000The Nerd PartyAs we continue your Nancy Meyers retrospective, we arrive at What Women Want (2000). It was a box office hit that doesn't quite hold together, and this episode gets into why. Despite the star power, the film stumbles through scattered storytelling,...2541boxofficehit,boxofficesuccess,characterdevelopment,chemistry,comedymovies,early2000smovies,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmreview,helenhunt,hollywood,melgibson,movieanalysis,moviereview,nancymeyers,romanticcomedy,romanticmovies,romcom,storytelling,whatwomenwantfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/280-the-parent-trap-1998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72486214Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:17:37 +0000The Nerd PartyThis episode dives into The Parent Trap, highlighting its storytelling and technical achievements. We explore Nancy Meyers' direction, Lindsay Lohan's performances, and the film's innovative twin-shot techniques. Discover how the movie balances humor...248890smovies,childactors,classiccinema,comedy,disneyclassic,drama,familyentertainment,familyfilm,filmmaking,filmtechniques,humor,lindsaylohan,moviemagic,moviereview,nancymeyers,nostalgiacritic,parenttrap,storytelling,twins,visualstylefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/279-the-whole-nine-yardshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/72375415Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:46:55 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Whole Nine Yards is a 2000 crime farce that pairs Bruce Willis' comeback with Matthew Perry’s comedic peak. This underrated gem explores a zany suburban tale of hitmen, marriage schemes, and contract killers. Willis, fresh off The Sixth Sense, and...29382000films,amandapeet,brucewillis,cinemalovers,comedyclassic,comedyfilm,crimecomedy,cultclassic,filmcritique,filmfanatic,filmreview,hitmanmovie,hollywoodcomedy,matthewperry,michaelclarkeduncan,moviemagic,movienight,movierecommendation,thewholenineyards,underratedmoviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/278-sgt-bilkohttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/72211272Thu, 28 May 2026 17:10:28 +0000The Nerd PartyRevisiting Sergeant Bilko brings nostalgic charm despite its outdated humor. Steve Martin's antics as a scheming con man still entertain, though some jokes haven't aged well. We explore the film's roots, its box office flop, and imagine a modern...225990scomedy,90shumor,90smovies,armycomedy,classicfilm,comedyenthusiast,comedyfilm,comedynostalgia,cultclassic,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,moviepodcast,moviereview,nostalgia,philhartman,retrocinema,sergeantbilko,slapstickhumor,stevemartinfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/277-my-cousin-vinnyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/72099850Thu, 21 May 2026 16:24:30 +0000The Nerd PartyDiscover why My Cousin Vinny remains a beloved classic as we delve into its clever storytelling and standout performances. Explore Marissa Tomei's Oscar-winning role and Joe Pesci's comedic genius, while uncovering behind-the-scenes insights that...298590smovies,classicmovie,comedyfilm,courtroomcomedy,cultclassic,filmcommunity,filmdiscussion,filmfan,filmhistory,filmreview,legalcomedy,moviefans,movielovers,movienight,movierecommendation,moviereview,movietalk,movietrivia,mycousinvinny,oscarwinnerfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/276-cluehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71997138Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyClue blends a stellar ensemble cast, razor-sharp wit, and a revolutionary triple-ending format. This episode explores the genius of director Jonathan Lynn, the film's inventive shot selection, and the memorable performances of Tim Curry and so so many...2433cinematicgem,cinephiles,clue,comedyfans,comedyfilm,comedygenius,cultclassic,cultmovie,ensemblecast,filmcraft,filmhistory,filmreview,jonathanlynn,movieanalysis,movielovers,movienight,storytelling,timcurry,timelessfilm,tripleendingfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/275-kagemushahttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71909831Thu, 07 May 2026 17:29:23 +0000The Nerd PartyWe close House of Kurosawa with Kagemusha (1980), where a thief becomes body double for a dying warlord and learns pretending to be powerful is harder than having it. Made with support from George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola, Kurosawa crafted a...19511980sfilm,akirakurosawa,bodydouble,cannesfilmfestival,classicforeignfilm,criterioncollection,epiccinema,francisfordcoppola,georgelucas,historicaldrama,identitythemes,japanesecinema,japanesehistory,kagemusha,kurosawafilms,palmedor,samuraiepic,samuraifilm,sengokuperiod,warlordsandsamuraifalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/274-yojimbohttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71781844Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:03:56 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week, we discuss Kurosawa's "Yojimbo," a film that blends Western grit with Japanese flair, redefining genre boundaries with sharp humor and raw action. This episode explores the film's Western influences, Kurosawa’s skillful use of visuals, and...2803action,analysis,cinema,cinematic,classic,craft,drama,film,genre,history,iconic,japanese,kurosawa,movie,review,samurai,storytelling,visuals,western,yojimbofalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/273-the-hidden-fortresshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71569024Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:04 +0000The Nerd PartyThis episode tracks into the film’s storytelling, pacing, and visual style, revealing its impact on George Lucas and the potential for Mifune in the Star Wars universe. Discover Kurosawa’s balance of humor and heroism, and how his use of widescreen...2549akirakurosawa,cinematicinfluence,cinematiclegacy,classiccinema,easterncinema,filmhistory,georgelucas,hiddenfortress,japaneseclassic,kurosawafilm,kurosawamasterpiece,mifune,movieanalysis,samuraifilm,starwars,starwarsinfluence,storytellingtechniques,visualstorytelling,westernblockbuster,widescreenformatfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/272-seven-samuraihttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71373298Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:10:56 +0000The Nerd PartySeven Samurai by Akira Kurosawa is a classic film that has shaped cinema worldwide. This episode explores its themes of responsibility and heroism, along with its groundbreaking storytelling and cinematography. We discuss why the film remains relevant...3199cinematicmasterpiece,cinematography,classicfilm,culturalimpact,epicfilm,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmhistory,filmlegacy,globalcinema,heroism,iconiccinema,influentialfilms,japaneseclassics,kurosawa,moviereview,samuraicinema,sevensamurai,storytelling,timelessstoryfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/271-rashomonhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71213805Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:41:26 +0000The Nerd PartyThis episode kicks off our Kurosawa retrospective with Rashomon, examining its innovative storytelling through multiple perspectives and its impact on cinema. We explore the film's themes of truth and perception, and its influence on directors like...2747cinema,cinematicinfluence,cinematicinnovation,classicfilm,feudaljapan,filmanalysis,filmhistory,filmmaking,filmretrospective,kurosawa,lucas,multipleperspectives,narrators,perception,philosophicalpuzzle,rashomon,spielberg,storytelling,truth,unreliablefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/270-mr-holmeshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/71088195Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:55:57 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode, we step into Mr. Holmes, a film that explores Sherlock Holmes in his twilight years, portrayed by Ian McKellen. The movie, directed by Bill Condon, offers a slow-burning narrative that intertwines themes of memory, aging, and...2584agingandmemory,billcondon,characterdrama,cinematicanalysis,detectivefilm,filmreview,filmthemes,flashbacks,ianmckellen,iconicperformance,memoryandregret,movieinsights,mrholmes,mysteryfilm,narrator,sherlockenthusiast,sherlockholmes,slowburnfilm,storytelling,unreliablefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/269-sherlock-holmesSherlock Holmes is a thrilling reimagining of the classic detective tale, blending high-octane action with sharp wit. Robert Downey Jr. delivers a captivating performance as the eccentric detective, while Jude Law's portrayal of Watson provides a perfect balance of logic and loyalty. The film's dynamic visuals and fast-paced editing breathe new life into Victorian London, making it feel both vibrant and dangerous. Although the plot can be intricate, it adds to the film's charm, inviting viewers to piece together the mystery alongside Holmes. This bold reinterpretation not only honors the original stories but also captivates a new generation of fans.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70898401Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:28:14 +0000The Nerd PartyGuy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes is a thrilling reimagining of the classic detective tale, blending high-octane action with sharp wit. Robert Downey Jr. delivers a captivating performance as the eccentric detective, while Jude Law's portrayal of Watson...Sherlock Holmes is a thrilling reimagining of the classic detective tale, blending high-octane action with sharp wit. Robert Downey Jr. delivers a captivating performance as the eccentric detective, while Jude Law's portrayal of Watson provides a perfect balance of logic and loyalty. The film's dynamic visuals and fast-paced editing breathe new life into Victorian London, making it feel both vibrant and dangerous. Although the plot can be intricate, it adds to the film's charm, inviting viewers to piece together the mystery alongside Holmes. This bold reinterpretation not only honors the original stories but also captivates a new generation of fans.]]>3609actionfilm,adrenalinepumping,boldinterpretation,cinematicstyle,classicreimagined,detectivestory,filmfans,filmreboot,guyritchie,holmesandwatson,iconiccharacters,judelaw,moderntwist,moviecritique,moviereview,mysterythriller,robertdowneyjr,sherlockholmes,victorianlondon,visualstorytellingfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/268-young-sherlock-holmeshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/70609519Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:40:28 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we explore "Young Sherlock Holmes," a 1985 film that offers a fresh take on the legendary detective's youth. Directed by Barry Levinson, the movie is noted for its pioneering special effects and Spielberg-esque...281580scinema,80sfilm,80smovies,80snostalgia,amblinentertainment,barrylevinson,cinematichistory,classicfilm,filmcritique,filmreview,magicofcinema,moviediscussion,moviepodcast,nostalgia,sherlockholmesfans,sherlockholmesmovie,specialeffects,spielberginfluence,youngsherlockholmesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/267-the-seven-per-cent-solutionhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/70489609Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:30:48 +0000The Nerd PartyDiscover a new side of Sherlock Holmes in "The Seven-Per-Cent Solution," where the legendary detective encounters Sigmund Freud and faces his own addictions. This episode highlights the film's unique mix of history, fiction, and humor, revealing...2806alanarkin,classiccinema,detectivestory,filmadaptation,filmanalysis,herbertross,historicalfiction,holmesaddiction,holmesandfreud,literaryadaptation,moviereview,mysteryfilm,nicholasmeyer,nicolewilliamson,sherlockfans,sherlockholmes,sigmundfreud,unconventionalholmes,victorianmysteryfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/266-the-hound-of-the-baskervilles-39-and-59https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70303889Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:28:42 +0000The Nerd PartyExplore the fascinating differences between the 1939 and 1959 adaptations of The Hound of the Baskervilles, where Basil Rathbone's stage-influenced Holmes contrasts with Peter Cushing's naturalistic portrayal. Discover how each film's unique visual...3064basilrathbone,characterportrayal,cinematiccomparison,classiccinema,culturalcontext,detectivefilms,filmadaptations,filmcritique,filmhistory,filmnostalgia,gothiccinema,holmesadaptations,houndofthebaskervilles,iconiccharacters,mysteryfilms,petercushing,sherlockfans,sherlockholmes,storytelling,visualstylefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/265-were-no-angleshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/70016260Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:22:21 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we turn our attention to Michael Curtiz's 1955 curiosity, "We're No Angels." We look at how this stagey, talky comedy-drama attempts to wring charm out of three Devil's Island escapees with dubious intentions and a...2690aldo,basilrathbone,classichollywood,comedydrama,criminalcomedy,curtizfilms,devilsisland,fifthiesfilm,filmnoir,holidayfilm,humphreybogart,joanbennett,michaelcurtiz,oldhollywood,paramountpictures,peterustinov,ray,stageadaptation,vintagecinema,wearenoangelsfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/264-casablancahttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/69849178Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:10:35 +0000The Nerd PartyIntricate storytelling, unforgettable characters, and the cultural impact that has cemented Casablanca's status as one of the greatest films of all time. Analysis of the film's production challenges, its iconic dialogue, and the performances that...33711940scinema,blackandwhitefilm,casablanca,cinematicmasterpiece,classicfilm,culturalimpact,filmanalysis,filmhistory,filmnoir,hollywoodgoldenage,humphreybogart,iconicmovie,ingridbergman,legendaryfilm,michaelcurtiz,moviediscussion,moviequotes,moviereview,romanticdrama,timelessclassicfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/263-the-adventures-of-robin-hoodhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/69667122Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:43:18 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we swing into the vibrant world of Michael Curtiz's 1938 classic, "The Adventures of Robin Hood." We explore how this film set the template for medieval adventures with its swashbuckling action and Technicolor...3496archery,cinematicinfluence,cinematiclegacy,classiccinema,classichollywood,errolflynn,filmanalysis,filmhistory,hollywoodgoldenage,iconicfilms,legendaryfilms,medievaladventure,michaelcurtiz,moviepodcast,moviereview,robinhood,sherwoodforest,swashbuckler,technicolor,vintagemoviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/262-predator-badlandshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/69536200Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:00:09 +0000The Nerd PartyOn this week's Houselights, we explore "Predator Badlands," where Dan Trachtenberg's direction impresses with a seamless blend of CGI and practical effects. Our discussion highlights the film's exploration of Predator culture and identity, offering...3795alienworld,cgi,characterdevelopment,cinematicexperience,culturalexploration,dantrachtenberg,filmanalysis,filmreview,houselightspodcast,movieranking,narrativeinsights,practicaleffects,predator,predatorbadlands,predatorculture,predatorfranchise,scifiaction,scififilm,technicalmastery,visualeffectsfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/261-predator-killer-of-killershttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/69441004Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:00:10 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week is the animated anthology "Predator: Killer of Killers." We debate the merits of its storytelling, animation style, and character development, while reflecting on the challenges of adapting such a beloved series into a new medium. With a mix...3204adultanimation,animatedanthology,animatedseries,animationreview,animationstyle,characterdevelopment,cinematicuniverse,dantrachtenberg,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmdebate,franchisereview,predator,predatorfans,predatorfranchise,predatorkillerofkillers,predatorlegacy,storytelling,vikingsamuraiwwii,visualstylefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/260-the-messenger-the-story-of-joan-of-archttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/69355891Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:49:17 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode, we explore Luc Besson's "The Messenger," a film that ambitiously tackles the story of Joan of Arc. While Mila Jovovich shines in her role, the movie falters with historical inaccuracies and uneven storytelling. Our hosts discuss the...3196battlescenes,cinemareview,cinematicepic,cinematicjourney,epicstorytelling,filmanalysis,filmbuffs,filmpodcast,filmreview,historicalcinema,historicaldrama,historicalepic,joanofarc,lucbesson,medievalfilm,milajovovich,moviecritique,moviediscussion,moviefans,movietalkfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/259-the-fifth-elementThe Fifth Element is loud, strange, and completely confident in its own weirdness. This review looks at why the movie still works decades later: the energy, the phenomenal costumes, the sincerity underneath all the craziness. From Bruce Willis playing it as low-key as possible to Milla Jovovich turning innocence into power, it’s a film that commits. Wildly imaginative and impossible to mistake for anything else, it’s the kind of sci-fi that reminds you how fun big swings can be.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69197659Wed, 24 Dec 2025 17:38:48 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Fifth Element is loud, strange, and completely confident in its own weirdness. This review looks at why the movie still works decades later: the energy, the phenomenal costumes, the sincerity underneath all the craziness. From Bruce Willis playing...The Fifth Element is loud, strange, and completely confident in its own weirdness. This review looks at why the movie still works decades later: the energy, the phenomenal costumes, the sincerity underneath all the craziness. From Bruce Willis playing it as low-key as possible to Milla Jovovich turning innocence into power, it’s a film that commits. Wildly imaginative and impossible to mistake for anything else, it’s the kind of sci-fi that reminds you how fun big swings can be.]]>3273actionadventure,alieninvasion,brucewillis,costume_design,cultclassic,cyberpunkvibes,dystopianfuture,filmanalysis,futuristicsci,garyoldman,lucbesson,millajovovich,movielore,moviereview,practicaleffects,sciencefiction,scifimovie,spaceopera,thefifthelement,worldbuildingfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/258-leon-the-professionalLéon: The Professional (1994), a film that turned a hitman into a pop-culture archetype and remains one of the most debated thrillers of the 1990s. Host John Mills is joined by Darren Moser to dig into Besson’s precise visual control, Éric Serra’s melancholic score, Thierry Arbogast’s stylized cinematography, and the film’s complicated emotional core.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69137343Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:35:48 +0000The Nerd PartyWe continue our Luc Besson retrospective with Léon: The Professional (1994), a film that turned a hitman into a pop-culture archetype and remains one of the most debated thrillers of the 1990s. Host John Mills is joined by Darren Moser to dig into...Léon: The Professional (1994), a film that turned a hitman into a pop-culture archetype and remains one of the most debated thrillers of the 1990s. Host John Mills is joined by Darren Moser to dig into Besson’s precise visual control, Éric Serra’s melancholic score, Thierry Arbogast’s stylized cinematography, and the film’s complicated emotional core.]]>2082actiondrama,arthouseaction,assassinmovie,cinematography,crimefilm,cultclassic,darkfairytale,filmreview,frenchcinema,hitmanfilm,jeanreno,leon,lucbesson,mentorstudent,natalieportman,ninetiescinema,podcast,stylizedviolence,theprofessional,thrillerfilmfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/257-la-femme-nikitahttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68994603Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:19:32 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we begin our retrospective of Luc Besson's work from the 90s with "La Femme Nikita." We examine the film's stylistic impact and its role in reshaping the action-thriller genre. While the movie serves as a genre...302090scinema,actionmovies,actionthriller,bessonretrospective,characterdevelopment,cinematicinfluence,cinematography,filmcritique,filmlegacy,filmpodcast,filmretrospective,filmreview,frenchcinema,genreblueprint,lafemmenikita,lucbesson,movieanalysis,moviediscussion,movieinfluencefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/256-the-hurt-lockerhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68905066Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:42:32 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode, we walk slowly but carefully into Kathryn Bigelow's Oscar-winning film, "The Hurt Locker." We explore the film's gripping portrayal of the Iraq War, its intense cinematography, and the nuanced performances by Jeremy Renner and Anthony...3140anthonymackie,anthonymackieperformance,bestpicture,cinematicimpact,cinematography,filmcritique,filmhistory,filmreview,hurtlocker,intensecinema,iraqwar,jeremyrenner,jeremyrennerperformance,kathrynbigelow,militarydrama,modernwarfare,movieanalysis,moviediscussion,oscars,warfilmfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/255-k-19-the-widowmakerhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68760352Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:00:11 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we navigate through Kathryn Bigelow's "K-19: The Widowmaker," focusing on its technical brilliance and narrative challenges. We discuss the film's claustrophobic cinematography, the nuanced performances of Harrison Ford...3180coldwar,filmanalysis,filmcinematography,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmediting,filmsounddesign,harrisonford,historicalfilm,k19thewidowmaker,kathrynbigelow,liamneeson,moviecinematography,moviepodcast,moviereview,navalthriller,submarinedrama,submarinefilm,submarinehistory,technicalbrilliancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-bigelow-254-strange-days--68626860https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68626860Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:00:12 +0000The Nerd PartyWire into the dystopian world of Kathryn Bigelow's "Strange Days" with our latest review. We explore the film's ambitious narrative, technical wizardry, and its reflection of 90s societal angst. From groundbreaking POV shots to its complex themes,...375490scinema,90smovies,angelabassett,cinematicinnovation,cinematicthemes,cyberpunk,dystopianfilm,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmpodcast,filmreview,juliettelewis,kathrynbigelow,moviediscussion,moviepodcast,moviereview,povshots,ralphfiennes,scifithriller,strangedaysfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/253-point-breakhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68569603Fri, 14 Nov 2025 17:24:52 +0000The Nerd PartyJoin Houselights as we explore "Point Break," Kathryn Bigelow's 90s cult classic that blends extreme sports with high-stakes heists. With Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze leading the charge, this film is a thrilling ride of surfing, skydiving, and...334890saction,actionspectacle,adrenalinerush,bankheist,bodhicharacter,cinematicthrills,cultclassic,extremesports,filmanalysis,filmdiscussion,houselightspodcast,kathrynbigelow,keanureeves,moviepodcast,moviereview,patrickswayze,pointbreak,popculture,skydivingscenes,surfingmoviefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/252-blue-steelhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68451052Thu, 06 Nov 2025 18:44:57 +0000The Nerd Party​In this episode, we review Kathryn Bigelow's 1990 thriller, "Blue Steel," where Jamie Lee Curtis shines as a rookie cop entangled in a psychological battle with Ron Silver's unnerving antagonist. We critique the film's narrative structure, character...29741990sthriller,actionthriller,bluesteelmovie,cinematicanalysis,classicthriller,copmovie,crimefilm,filmcritique,filmnoir,filmreview,jamieleecurtis,kathrynbigelow,movieanalysis,movienight,moviereview,newyorkcityfilm,psychologicalthriller,ronsilver,suspensefilm,thrillerfilmfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-bigelow-251-near-dark--68340462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68340462Thu, 30 Oct 2025 05:00:12 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we explore Kathryn Bigelow's "Near Dark." Join hosts John, Darren, and Tristan as they delve into the film's unique blend of vampire, western, and punk rock genres, discuss the performances of its ensemble cast, and...275880shorror,cinematicreview,cultclassic,filmchat,filmcritique,genrecinema,horroranalysis,horrorcinema,horrorcommunity,horrorfans,horrorpodcast,indiehorror,moviebuffs,moviereview,neardark,podcastreview,spookyseason,thrillerpodcast,vampirefilm,vampiremoviefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/250-the-ten-commandmentsThe Ten Commandments (1956) remains one of the greatest epics ever made. In this episode, we explore Cecil B. DeMille’s monumental vision, Charlton Heston’s iconic performance, and the timeless spectacle that continues to part the cinematic seas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68267241Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:20:15 +0000The Nerd PartyA towering classic of Hollywood’s Golden Age, The Ten Commandments (1956) remains one of the greatest epics ever made. In this episode, we explore Cecil B. DeMille’s monumental vision, Charlton Heston’s iconic performance, and the timeless spectacle...The Ten Commandments (1956) remains one of the greatest epics ever made. In this episode, we explore Cecil B. DeMille’s monumental vision, Charlton Heston’s iconic performance, and the timeless spectacle that continues to part the cinematic seas.]]>3406biblicalepic,cecilbdemille,charltonheston,cinemaclassics,classichollywood,epicfilm,faithinfilm,filmhistory,historicaldrama,hollywoodgoldenage,iconicmovies,mosesmovie,moviepodcast,oldhollywood,oldhollywoodcinema,paramountpictures,religiousepic,technicolor,tencommandments1956,yulbrynnerfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/249-cast-awayhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68169038Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:31:16 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we explore Robert Zemeckis' "Cast Away." Join hosts John, Darren, and Tristan as they discuss Tom Hanks' remarkable portrayal of Chuck Noland, the film's innovative use of sound and visual design, and its cultural impact. 3546castaway,classiccinema,fedexmovie,filmdiscussion,filmresilience,filmreview,filmsounddesign,filmsoundtrack,hanksacting,hanksperformance,islandsurvival,movieanalysis,movieculturalimpact,movieisolation,movievisualeffects,robertzemeckis,survivalfilm,tomhanks,wilsonvolleyball,zemeckisfilmographyfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/248-contacthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68078114Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:35:31 +0000The Nerd PartyJoin us on Houselights as we dive into the sci-fi wonder of Robert Zemeckis's 1997 film, "Contact." With a story by Carl Sagan, this episode explores the film's ambitious themes of faith, science, and politics, featuring a stellar cast including Jodie...3345aliencontact,astrophysics,cinematicmasterpiece,communication,contact,drama,extraterrestriallife,filmclassics,firstcontact,interstellar,jodiefoster,matthewmcconaughey,movieadaptation,philosophical,robertzemeckis,sciencefiction,sciencefilm,spaceexploration,spaceodyssey,specialeffectsfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/247-forrest-gumphttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/68001455Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:11:28 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week we spring into Robert Zemeckis' Forrest Gump and discuss Tom Hanks' iconic performance, the film's innovative visuals, and its powerful themes of love and resilience. 30601990sfilm,americanhistory,characterdevelopment,cinema,classicfilm,comedy,drama,filmanalysis,forrestgump,heartfeltstory,iconicquotes,lessons,life,movie,nostalgia,review,robertzemeckis,romance,tomhanks,visualeffectsfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/246-death-becomes-herDeath Becomes Her, unpacking its groundbreaking visual effects, sharp Hollywood satire, and the over-the-top performances that made it a cult favorite.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67942578Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:58:26 +0000The Nerd PartyJoin John and Darren as they revisit Robert Zemeckis’ Death Becomes Her, unpacking its groundbreaking visual effects, sharp Hollywood satire, and the over-the-top performances that made it a cult favorite.Death Becomes Her, unpacking its groundbreaking visual effects, sharp Hollywood satire, and the over-the-top performances that made it a cult favorite.]]>25801990smovies,alansilvestri,blackcomedy,brucewillis,campclassic,cultclassic,darkcomedy,deancundey,deathbecomesher,digitalfx,earlycgi,goldiehawn,hollywoodsatire,houseofzemeckis,immortalitypotion,merylstreep,robertzemeckis,specialeffects,visualeffects,zomcomfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/245-back-to-the-future-part-iiihttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/67808078Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:21:11 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode of Houselights, we journey back to the Old West with "Back to the Future Part 3." Join hosts Tristan, Darren, and John as they explore the film's unique charm and its pivotal role in concluding the iconic trilogy. From the genre shift...325080smovies,90smovies,adventurefilms,alansilvestri,backtothefuture,backtothefuturepart3,christopherlloyd,cinematictrilogy,classicmovies,cultfilms,familyfilms,filmreviews,matthewfox,movieclassics,nostalgia,robertzemeckis,romanticcomedy,sciencefiction,timetravel,wildwestfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/244-the-equalizerhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/67723568Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:44:52 +0000The Nerd PartyIn our final entry our the Antoine Fuqua retrospective, "The Equalizer," we break down the film's key scenes and discuss its impact on the action genre. Tune in as we explore the film's narrative, character development, and Fuqua's directorial choices.3269action,actionmovie,actionthriller,cinematic,crime,crimefilm,denzelwashington,drama,empowerment,entertainment,film,hero,justice,justiceforall,movie,revenge,suspense,theequalizer,thriller,vigilantefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/243-training-dayhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/67633621Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:38:52 +0000The Nerd PartyIn our second look at Antoine Fuqua's work, we explore the gritty world of "Training Day," the film that redefined cop dramas. Join us as we discuss Denzel Washington's Oscar-winning role, Ethan Hawke's overlooked performance, and the film's...3305antfuqua,cinematiclegacy,copdrama,culturalimpact,denzelwashington,ethanhawke,faustianbargain,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmexploration,filmreview,hollywoodfilms,iconicperformances,movieanalysis,moviepodcast,movietalk,oscarwinner,podcastseries,policecorruption,trainingdayfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/242-the-replacement-killershttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/67544193Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:35:32 +0000The Nerd PartyExplore Antoine Fuqua's directorial debut, "The Replacement Killers," as we discuss its homage to Hong Kong action cinema, the star-studded cast, and the challenges Fuqua faced as a first-time director. With insights into the film's nostalgic 90s vibe...260790scinema,actionmovies,actionsequences,antoinefuqua,chowyunfat,cinemaanalysis,directorialdebut,filmcritique,filmmaking,filmreview,hongkongcinema,johnwoo,michaelrooker,mirasorvino,moviedirector,movienostalgia,movietalk,podcastdiscussion,podcastshow,thereplacementkillersfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/241-herhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/67480019Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:55:55 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode, we explore the complex relationship between technology and intimacy as depicted in Spike Jonze's visionary film, 'Her.' Join us as we examine the emotional depth and philosophical questions raised by the film, examining how artificial...3735aifilms,artificialintelligence,bestromanticmovies,bestscifimovies,emotionaldrama,futuristicsciencefiction,futuristicscifi,herfilmreview,hermovie,humanconnection,joaquinphoenix,loveandtechnology,modernscifi,nearfuturefilms,oscarwinningfilms,relationshipmovies,romanticdrama,scarlettjohansson,scifimovie,spikejonzefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/240-where-the-wild-things-areWhere the Wild Things Are is an ambitious adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s classic children’s book, but despite its stunning visuals and unique atmosphere, it struggles to capture the warmth and timeless charm of the original story. Billed as a family movie, this fantasy-drama often feels more like an indie art film, leaving many viewers, especially younger audiences, confused, restless, or disappointed.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67369639Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:34:59 +0000The Nerd PartySpike Jonze’s 2009 film Where the Wild Things Are is an ambitious adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s classic children’s book, but despite its stunning visuals and unique atmosphere, it struggles to capture the warmth and timeless charm of the original...Where the Wild Things Are is an ambitious adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s classic children’s book, but despite its stunning visuals and unique atmosphere, it struggles to capture the warmth and timeless charm of the original story. Billed as a family movie, this fantasy-drama often feels more like an indie art film, leaving many viewers, especially younger audiences, confused, restless, or disappointed.]]>3091cinematicreview,filmanalysis,filmblog,filmcommentary,filmcritique,filmnews,filmopinion,filmperspective,filmreview,filmsummary,movieanalysis,movieblog,moviecommentary,moviecritique,movieentertainment,movienews,movieopinion,movierating,moviereview,moviesummaryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-jonze-239-adaptation--67273744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67273744Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:00:10 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this episode, we take a closer look at Spike Jonze’s Adaptation, exploring its unique narrative structure and the standout performances by Nicolas Cage, Chris Coooper, and Meryl Streep. We delve into the film's themes of creativity and identity,...3110academyawards,adaptation,characterstudy,chriscooper,cinematicmasterpiece,comedy,creativity,cultclassic,drama,filmdiscussion,filmreview,florida,identity,merylstreep,metafiction,movieanalysis,nicolascage,screenwriting,spikejonze,storytellingfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/238-being-john-malkovichhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/67112085Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:44:38 +0000The Nerd PartyStart our Spike Jonze retrospective with "Being John Malkovich"! Discover how this 1999 classic challenges identity & reality through Jonze's unique vision.356590smovies,arthousefilm,beingjohnmalkovich,blackcomedy,charliekaufman,cinematicanalysis,cultclassic,existentialfilm,filmreview,identitycrisis,johnaalkovich,metafiction,mindbending,moviereview,postmodernfilm,puppetry,spikejonze,surrealism,unconventionalnarrative,weirdmoviesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-ghostface-237-scream-vi--66917198Scream VI is a satisfying, blood-soaked entry that balances legacy and reinvention. It’s not perfect, but it’s bold, entertaining, and proves that Ghostface still has plenty of life—and knives—left.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66917198Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:00:11 +0000The Nerd PartyFor longtime fans, Scream VI is a satisfying, blood-soaked entry that balances legacy and reinvention. It’s not perfect, but it’s bold, entertaining, and proves that Ghostface still has plenty of life—and knives—left.Scream VI is a satisfying, blood-soaked entry that balances legacy and reinvention. It’s not perfect, but it’s bold, entertaining, and proves that Ghostface still has plenty of life—and knives—left.]]>4203brutaldeaths,chadmeeks,corefour,ghostface,ghostfacereturns,horrorfilm,horrorsequel,jennaortega,killerreveal,melissabarrera,metahorror,mindymeeks,newyorkhorror,samcarpenter,scream,scream2023,screamfranchise,screamlegacy,slashermovie,taracarpenterfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/236-scream-2022https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66852562Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:16:28 +0000The Nerd Party"Scream" (2022), the fifth installment in the iconic horror franchise, attempts to breathe new life into a series that has become a staple of the genre. While it successfully pays homage to its predecessors, it struggles to carve out its own identity.4107cinematicreview,courteneycox,davidarquette,filmcommentary,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,horrorfranchise,horrormovies,movie,movieanalysis,movierecommendations,nevecampbell,newreleases,podcast,popculture,review,scream,scream2022,slasherfilms,suspensefilmsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-craven-235-scream-4--66744191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66744191Thu, 26 Jun 2025 05:00:10 +0000The Nerd Party"Scream 4" is a commendable addition to the franchise that successfully balances nostalgia with a modern twist. It captures the essence of what made the original films so beloved while addressing contemporary issues within the horror genre. Although...3356characterdevelopment,cultclassic,filmreview,ghostface,horrorcomedy,horrorfilm,horrorfranchise,meta-horror,modernhorror,movieanalysis,nevecampbell,scream,sequel,sidneyprescott,slasher,socialmediahorror,suspense,teenhorror,wescraven,woodsborofalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/234-scream-3https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66629542Thu, 19 Jun 2025 15:13:51 +0000The Nerd PartyWhile this installment attempts to capture the magic of its predecessors, it often feels like a shadow of what once was. We’ll explore the film's self-referential humor, uneven pacing, and the challenges of continuing a beloved franchise. With a mix...30662000s,characterdevelopment,cinema,cream,cultclassic,filmanalysis,filmpodcast,ghostface,horror,horrorcomedy,horrorfilm,meta,movie,moviecritique,review,screamfranchise,sequel,slasherfilm,thriller,wescravenfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/233-scream-2cream 2 is an excellent follow-up. It doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel but understands the assignment. If you liked the first one, there’s a lot here to enjoy—familiar faces, fresh kills, and a continued sense that horror can be scary and smart without taking itself too seriously.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66549178Fri, 13 Jun 2025 15:21:15 +0000The Nerd PartyScream 2 is an excellent follow-up. It doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel but understands the assignment. If you liked the first one, there’s a lot here to enjoy—familiar faces, fresh kills, and a continued sense that horror can be scary and smart...cream 2 is an excellent follow-up. It doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel but understands the assignment. If you liked the first one, there’s a lot here to enjoy—familiar faces, fresh kills, and a continued sense that horror can be scary and smart without taking itself too seriously.]]>349590shorror,collegehorror,courteneycox,davidarquette,ghostface,horrorcinema,horroricon,horrorsequel,killerreveal,metahorror,nevecampbell,scream2,screamfranchise,screamseries,sequelrules,sidneyprescott,slasherfilm,stabmovie,timothyolyphant,wescravenfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/232-screamhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/66409011Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:19:03 +0000The Nerd Party"Scream" (1996) is a landmark film that redefined the slasher genre and remains a must-watch for horror enthusiasts. Its clever writing, engaging characters, and masterful direction make it a standout in the realm of horror cinema. Whether you're a...327590shorror,cinematiclegacy,classicmovie,cultclassic,cultfilm,filmreview,ghostface,horror,horrorfans,horrorfranchise,iconicfilm,metahorror,movieanalysis,nevecampbell,scarymovies,scream,slasher,suspense,thriller,wescravenfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/231-new-nightmareNew Nightmare has its moments of creativity and strong performances, it ultimately falls short of delivering the thrills and chills that fans expect from a Nightmare on Elm Street film. It’s a thought-provoking entry in the franchise, but one that lacks the cohesive storytelling and visceral scares that made the original films classics. For die-hard fans of the series, it may be worth a watch, but for those seeking a truly terrifying experience, it may leave you wanting more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66327604Thu, 29 May 2025 14:47:56 +0000The Nerd PartyWhile New Nightmare has its moments of creativity and strong performances, it ultimately falls short of delivering the thrills and chills that fans expect from a Nightmare on Elm Street film. It’s a thought-provoking entry in the franchise, but one...New Nightmare has its moments of creativity and strong performances, it ultimately falls short of delivering the thrills and chills that fans expect from a Nightmare on Elm Street film. It’s a thought-provoking entry in the franchise, but one that lacks the cohesive storytelling and visceral scares that made the original films classics. For die-hard fans of the series, it may be worth a watch, but for those seeking a truly terrifying experience, it may leave you wanting more.]]>31331990shorror,cinematichorror,classichorror,cultclassic,filmcommentary,filmfranchise,freddykrueger,heatherlangenkamp,horrorfilmanalysis,horroricons,horrormovies,metahorror,moviereviews,newnightmare,nightmareonelmstreet,psychologicalhorror,robertenglund,slasherfilms,supernaturalthriller,wescravenfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/230-a-nightmare-on-elm-streetNightmare’s place in horror history. It birthed a legend, introduced a terrifying concept, and proved that low-budget horror could be wildly imaginative. But as a film, it’s best appreciated with caveats. It’s not airtight. It’s not consistently scary. But it is audacious, and sometimes that’s enough to earn a nightmare or two.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66229236Fri, 23 May 2025 15:31:05 +0000The Nerd PartyThere’s no denying Nightmare’s place in horror history. It birthed a legend, introduced a terrifying concept, and proved that low-budget horror could be wildly imaginative. But as a film, it’s best appreciated with caveats. It’s not airtight. It’s not...Nightmare’s place in horror history. It birthed a legend, introduced a terrifying concept, and proved that low-budget horror could be wildly imaginative. But as a film, it’s best appreciated with caveats. It’s not airtight. It’s not consistently scary. But it is audacious, and sometimes that’s enough to earn a nightmare or two.]]>362280shorror,cultmovie,dreamkiller,dreamwarrior,finalgirl,freddykrueger,haunteddreams,horrorclassic,horrorfranchise,horroricon,horrorlegend,horrorvillain,johnnydeppdebut,nancythompson,nightmareonelmstreet,practicaleffects,slasherfilm,sleepterror,surrealhorror,wescravenfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/229-preyPrey proves that the Predator concept doesn’t need constant escalation or lore expansion to be effective—it just needs focus, craft, and the courage to tell a story from a new point of view. It’s the best the franchise has been since the original 1987 film, and a thrilling reminder that even well-worn monsters can still surprise us.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66105761Thu, 15 May 2025 18:59:04 +0000The Nerd PartyPrey proves that the Predator concept doesn’t need constant escalation or lore expansion to be effective—it just needs focus, craft, and the courage to tell a story from a new point of view. It’s the best the franchise has been since the original 1987...Prey proves that the Predator concept doesn’t need constant escalation or lore expansion to be effective—it just needs focus, craft, and the courage to tell a story from a new point of view. It’s the best the franchise has been since the original 1987 film, and a thrilling reminder that even well-worn monsters can still surprise us.]]>3646action,alien,atmosphere,comanche,combat,franchise,horror,hulu,hunter,midthunder,origins,predator,prey,reboot,representation,scifi,survival,tension,thriller,trachtenbergfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/228-the-predatorhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/66000481Thu, 08 May 2025 15:02:45 +0000The Nerd Party"The Predator" (2018) attempts to breathe new life into the iconic franchise with a mix of action, humor, and sci-fi elements. However, the film struggles with a convoluted plot that juggles multiple storylines, leading to moments of confusion. While...32282018filmreleases,actionsequences,actionthriller,alienactionthriller,boydholbrook,cinematicreviews,convolutedplot,ensemblecast,filmcritique,franchisereboots,humorinactionfilms,movieanalysis,movierecommendations,oliviamunn,predator,predatormoviereview,scifiactionmovies,shaneblack,specialeffects,thepredator2018falsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/227-oppenheimerOppenheimer feels like the thematic culmination of Nolan’s career. From The Prestige to Inception to Interstellar, he has always been fascinated with the intersection of genius and guilt, ambition and consequence. But here, stripped of science fiction and cinematic sleight of hand, Nolan delivers a film that is brutally human. The most horrifying image isn’t the mushroom cloud—it’s a silent, shell-shocked Oppenheimer, realizing that the world will never be the same.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65856481Fri, 02 May 2025 15:23:47 +0000The Nerd PartyIn many ways, Oppenheimer feels like the thematic culmination of Nolan’s career. From The Prestige to Inception to Interstellar, he has always been fascinated with the intersection of genius and guilt, ambition and consequence. But here, stripped of...Oppenheimer feels like the thematic culmination of Nolan’s career. From The Prestige to Inception to Interstellar, he has always been fascinated with the intersection of genius and guilt, ambition and consequence. But here, stripped of science fiction and cinematic sleight of hand, Nolan delivers a film that is brutally human. The most horrifying image isn’t the mushroom cloud—it’s a silent, shell-shocked Oppenheimer, realizing that the world will never be the same.]]>34102023movies,americanhistory,atomicbomb,biopic,cillianmurphy,downeyjr,drama,ethics,filmreview,historicaldrama,imaxfilm,manhattanproject,mustwatch,nolan,nolanfans,nuclearhistory,oppenheimer,oscarbuzz,periodfilm,trinitytestfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/226-predatorsPredators may not break new ground, but it’s a smartly brutal throwback that understands what made the first film great—tense jungle action, deadly hunters, and a battle of wills. It stumbles occasionally, but it lands on its feet and claws out.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65687380Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:09 +0000The Nerd PartyPredators may not break new ground, but it’s a smartly brutal throwback that understands what made the first film great—tense jungle action, deadly hunters, and a battle of wills. It stumbles occasionally, but it lands on its feet and claws out.Predators may not break new ground, but it’s a smartly brutal throwback that understands what made the first film great—tense jungle action, deadly hunters, and a battle of wills. It stumbles occasionally, but it lands on its feet and claws out.]]>3235actionpacked,adrienbrody,alienhunter,alienplanet,alienvsmercenaries,classicreboot,creaturefeature,cultaction,ensemblecast,hunterandhunted,junglethriller,nimrodantal,predatorfranchise,predatorlore,predatorsequel,predatorsmovie,scifiaction,scifihorror,survivalmovie,suspensefilmfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/225-predator-2Predator 2 is an ambitious but messy sequel. It deserves credit for not simply rehashing the original and for daring to expand the mythos. But its execution feels scattered, and it lacks the tight pacing and focus that made its predecessor a classic. Worth watching for fans of the franchise or sci-fi horror, but temper your expectations.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65627139Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:41:51 +0000The Nerd PartyPredator 2 is an ambitious but messy sequel. It deserves credit for not simply rehashing the original and for daring to expand the mythos. But its execution feels scattered, and it lacks the tight pacing and focus that made its predecessor a classic....Predator 2 is an ambitious but messy sequel. It deserves credit for not simply rehashing the original and for daring to expand the mythos. But its execution feels scattered, and it lacks the tight pacing and focus that made its predecessor a classic. Worth watching for fans of the franchise or sci-fi horror, but temper your expectations.]]>324590smovie,actionmovie,actionthriller,alienhunter,alienmovie,cultclassic,dannyglovermovie,filmreview,futuristicaction,hollywoodmovie,losangelesmovies,movienight,moviereview,oldschoolaction,predatorfranchise,sci-fiicon,scifimovie,subwayactionscene,urbanaction,voodoogangfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/224-predatorPredator remains a blueprint for how to craft a taut, thrilling, and endlessly watchable action film. If you’ve never seen it, now’s the time, as we start our Wing of Predator and explore how each director tackles the character.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65540684Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:20:34 +0000The Nerd PartyMore than three decades later, Predator remains a blueprint for how to craft a taut, thrilling, and endlessly watchable action film. If you’ve never seen it, now’s the time, as we start our Wing of Predator and explore how each director tackles the...Predator remains a blueprint for how to craft a taut, thrilling, and endlessly watchable action film. If you’ve never seen it, now’s the time, as we start our Wing of Predator and explore how each director tackles the character.]]>377180sactionfilm,actionmovieclassic,actionscifihorror,alienhunter,alienvssoldiers,arnoldschwarzenegger,carlweathers,classicactionmovie,gettothechopper,iconicmoviequotes,jesseventura,johnmctiernan,junglewarfare,moviemonsterclassic,predator1987,predatorfranchise,predatormovie,scifiaction,stanwinstoncreature,thermalvisionalienfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/223-before-midnighthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/65339338Thu, 03 Apr 2025 18:41:09 +0000The Nerd Party"Before Midnight" is a thought-provoking and heartfelt film that offers a mature look at love and commitment. It may not have the same whimsical vibe as "Before Sunrise," but it wraps up the trilogy in a powerful way, leaving you with plenty to think...3192beforemidnight,beforesunrise,beforesunset,characterdevelopment,cinematictrilogy,dialogueheavy,emotionaljourney,filmanalysis,filmcritique,greece,indiefilm,linklater,loveandloss,philosophicalcinema,relationshipdynamics,richardlinklater,romanticdrama,storytelling,timepassing,travelnarrativefalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/222-before-sunsethttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/65137586Thu, 27 Mar 2025 05:00:08 +0000The Nerd Party"Before Sunset," directed by Richard Linklater, is a remarkable film that beautifully captures the complexities of love, time, and the human experience. As the second installment in Linklater's "Before" trilogy, this film goes beyond the typical...3151beforesunset,characterdevelopment,cinematicjourney,dialogueheavy,emotionalconnection,ethanhawke,filmanalysis,filmcritique,indiefilm,juliedelpy,loveandrelationships,moviequotes,paris,philosophicalfilm,relationshipdynamics,richardlinklater,romanticdrama,sequel,storytelling,timepassingfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/221-before-sunrisehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/64998741Thu, 20 Mar 2025 17:37:59 +0000The Nerd Party"Before Sunrise" is a compelling exploration of storytelling that prioritizes character development and authentic dialogue over conventional plot structures. It resonates with anyone who has experienced the thrill of a deep connection, making it a...277290sfilms,beforesunrise,characterdriven,cinematicexperience,comingofage,dialogue,ethanhawke,filmreview,indiefilm,juliedelpy,love,minimalistfilmmaking,philosophicalfilm,realtimemovie,relationshipdynamics,richardlinklater,romanticdrama,story,timelesscinema,viennafalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/220-once-upon-a-time-in-hollywoodOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood is a mesmerizing, sun-soaked film that effortlessly blends nostalgia, humor, and an undercurrent of melancholy into one of the most compelling stories of the decade. Set against the backdrop of 1969 Los Angeles, it immerses audiences in a world where the lines between reality and fiction blur, delivering something both familiar and refreshingly unexpected.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64695873Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:00:08 +0000The Nerd PartyQuentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a mesmerizing, sun-soaked film that effortlessly blends nostalgia, humor, and an undercurrent of melancholy into one of the most compelling stories of the decade. Set against the backdrop of 1969...Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a mesmerizing, sun-soaked film that effortlessly blends nostalgia, humor, and an undercurrent of melancholy into one of the most compelling stories of the decade. Set against the backdrop of 1969 Los Angeles, it immerses audiences in a world where the lines between reality and fiction blur, delivering something both familiar and refreshingly unexpected.]]>35771969hollywood,bestmovies,besttarantinofilm,bradpitt,cinemalovers,classiccinema,cultclassic,filmfanatic,filmreview,hollywoodmovie,hollywoodnostalgia,leonardodicaprio,margotrobbie,moviebuff,movienight,mustwatchmovies,onceuponatimeinhollywood,oscarwinningfilm,tarantinocinema,tarantinofilmfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/219-the-hateful-eightThe Hateful Eight is a visually stunning, well-acted, and tension-filled Western, but its indulgent pacing and familiar storytelling keep it from reaching Tarantino’s best work. If you love his signature style and slow-burn narratives, this may be a rewarding experience. For others, it might feel like an overly long exercise in self-indulgence.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64610462Thu, 27 Feb 2025 19:42:56 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Hateful Eight is a visually stunning, well-acted, and tension-filled Western, but its indulgent pacing and familiar storytelling keep it from reaching Tarantino’s best work. If you love his signature style and slow-burn narratives, this may be a...The Hateful Eight is a visually stunning, well-acted, and tension-filled Western, but its indulgent pacing and familiar storytelling keep it from reaching Tarantino’s best work. If you love his signature style and slow-burn narratives, this may be a rewarding experience. For others, it might feel like an overly long exercise in self-indulgence.]]>340470mmfilm,bloodysuspense,bountyhunterstory,cinematicscore,civilwarera,claustrophobicsuspense,enniomorricone,jenniferjasonleigh,kurtrussell,lockedroommystery,mysteryfilm,samuelljackson,snowywester,tarantino,tarantinodialogue,thehatefuleight,ultraviolentmovie,waltongoggins,westernthrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-tarantino-218-django-unchained--64438444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64438444Thu, 20 Feb 2025 06:00:07 +0000The Nerd PartyDjango Unchained tackles the brutal realities of slavery with unflinching honesty while also delivering a thrilling story. The film's bold approach to its subject matter, combined with its stellar performances and masterful direction, makes it a...3366actionmovie,christophwaltz,cinematicexperience,djangounchained,dramafilm,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmfanatic,filmreview,hollywoodmovie,jamiefoxx,leonardodicaprio,movieanalysis,moviebuff,movielovers,moviereview,quentintarantino,samuelljackson,tarantinofilm,westernfilmfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/217-death-proof-and-inglorious-basterdshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/64361135Thu, 13 Feb 2025 16:58:05 +0000The Nerd PartyJoin us on our latest podcast episode as we dive deep into the cinematic worlds of Quentin Tarantino with a thrilling review of "Death Proof" and "Inglourious Basterds"! We’ll explore the gritty homage to grindhouse cinema in "Death Proof," dissecting...4380actionmovies,aldoraine,characterdevelopment,christophwaltz,cinematicstorytelling,cultclassicfilms,darkcomedy,deathproofreview,filmcritique,filmsoundtracks,grindhousecinema,iconicfilmscenes,inglouriousbasterdsreview,kurtrussell,movieanalysis,quentintarantino,revengefilms,stuntmanmike,tarantinofilms,warfilmsfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/216-kill-bill-the-whole-bloody-affairhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/64209716Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:44:24 +0000The Nerd PartyFrom the very first frame, the film captivates with its stunning cinematography, vibrant colors, and meticulously choreographed fight scenes. Uma Thurman's portrayal of The Bride is nothing short of iconic, delivering a performance that is both fierce...3300actionmovie,cinemalovers,cultclassic,filmbuffs,filmcritique,filmreview,killbillreview,killbillsaga,martialarts,movieanalysis,moviediscussion,moviepodcast,movierecommendations,podcastepisode,quentintarantino,revengesaga,tarantinofans,tarantinomasterpiece,thebride,umathurmanfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/215-jackie-brownJackie Brown may not enjoy the same mainstream fame as Tarantino’s other films, it is undoubtedly one of his most mature and thoughtful works. It’s a film willing to take its time, diving into its characters' intricacies and motivations, making it a deeply satisfying watch for those willing to appreciate its subtleties.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64047130Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:45:28 +0000The Nerd PartyWhile Jackie Brown may not enjoy the same mainstream fame as Tarantino’s other films, it is undoubtedly one of his most mature and thoughtful works. It’s a film willing to take its time, diving into its characters' intricacies and motivations, making...Jackie Brown may not enjoy the same mainstream fame as Tarantino’s other films, it is undoubtedly one of his most mature and thoughtful works. It’s a film willing to take its time, diving into its characters' intricacies and motivations, making it a deeply satisfying watch for those willing to appreciate its subtleties.]]>35621997movies,90smovies,characterstudy,cinematicmasterpiece,crimefiction,crimefilm,crimegenre,cultfilms,filmcritique,filmreview,jackiebrownmovie,movieanalysis,pamgrier,quentin_tarantino,slowburnthriller,soultracks,strongfemalecharacters,suspensefilm,tarantinocharacters,tarantinofilmfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/214-pulp-fictionhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/63714735Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:19:14 +0000The Nerd PartyQuentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction is a cinematic experience that reshaped the landscape of gritty filmmaking. From its razor-sharp dialogue to its non-linear storytelling, the film is a force of style, substance, and subversion. Every moment is infused...400790smovies,bestmovies,blackcomedy,brucewillis,cinematography,classicsoundtrack,crimefilms,cultclassics,filmnoir,filmreviews,iconicdialogue,iconicmovies,indiecinema,johntravolta,mustwatchmovies,nonlinearstorytelling,pulpfiction,samuelljackson,tarantinofilms,umathurmanfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/213-reservoir-dogsReservoir Dogs is a violent, exhilarating plunge into the psychology of criminals, packed with moral ambiguity and unrelenting tension. Decades later, its influence still reverberates, inspiring countless filmmakers while remaining in a league of its own. With Reservoir Dogs, Tarantino didn’t just make a movie—he kicked open the door to a new era of cinema.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63639050Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:35:32 +0000The Nerd PartyReservoir Dogs is a violent, exhilarating plunge into the psychology of criminals, packed with moral ambiguity and unrelenting tension. Decades later, its influence still reverberates, inspiring countless filmmakers while remaining in a league of its...Reservoir Dogs is a violent, exhilarating plunge into the psychology of criminals, packed with moral ambiguity and unrelenting tension. Decades later, its influence still reverberates, inspiring countless filmmakers while remaining in a league of its own. With Reservoir Dogs, Tarantino didn’t just make a movie—he kicked open the door to a new era of cinema.]]>385890sfilms,classicmovies,crimecinema,crimefilm,cultclassic,filmmaking,harveykeitel,heistmovie,iconicfilms,indiecinema,michaelmadsen,movieclassic,quentintarantino,reservoirdogsfilm,stevebuscemi,tarantinodebut,tarantinofilm,tarantinoscripts,timroth,violentmoviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/212-avatar-the-way-of-waterAvatar: The Way of Water is a triumphant return to Pandora that expands the universe James Cameron so vividly brought to life in 2009 and deepens its emotional resonance. This sequel is a testament to Cameron’s ability to blend cutting-edge technology with timeless storytelling.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63547414Thu, 02 Jan 2025 18:19:15 +0000The Nerd PartyAvatar: The Way of Water is a triumphant return to Pandora that expands the universe James Cameron so vividly brought to life in 2009 and deepens its emotional resonance. This sequel is a testament to Cameron’s ability to blend cutting-edge technology...Avatar: The Way of Water is a triumphant return to Pandora that expands the universe James Cameron so vividly brought to life in 2009 and deepens its emotional resonance. This sequel is a testament to Cameron’s ability to blend cutting-edge technology with timeless storytelling.]]>4228avatarfranchise,avatarmovie,avatarreview,avatarwayofwater,blockbusterfilm,cinematicexperience,cinematicworldbuilding,epiccinema,filmdiscussion,filmreviewpodcast,jamescameronfilm,movieanalysis,moviereview,movietalk,pandoramovie,pandorascifi,podcastdiscussion,podcastmoviechat,sciencefictionmovie,underwatercinematographyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-211-white-christmas--63465587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63465587Thu, 26 Dec 2024 06:00:08 +0000The Nerd Party​Michael Curtiz's "White Christmas" is a timeless holiday masterpiece that continues to delight audiences with its heartwarming story, stellar performances, and unforgettable music. It's a film that embodies the magic of the holiday season and remains...2792bingcrosby,christmascinema,christmasclassic,christmasfilm,christmasjoy,christmasmusical,dannykaye,festivefilm,holidayclassic,holidayentertainment,holidayfavorites,holidaymagic,holidaymovie,holidayreview,irvingberlin,michaelcurtiz,rosemaryclooney,timelessclassic,verae-ellen,whitechristmasfalsebonushttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/210-titan-aeTitan A.E. is a testament to ambition and risk-taking in animation, but it’s also a cautionary tale of execution falling short of vision. For every moment of dazzling creativity, there’s a missed opportunity or an awkward misstep. It’s a flawed gem worth watching for its ambition and aesthetic daring, but it is unlikely to resonate deeply beyond its most loyal fans.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63394946Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:18:50 +0000The Nerd PartyTitan A.E. is a testament to ambition and risk-taking in animation, but it’s also a cautionary tale of execution falling short of vision. For every moment of dazzling creativity, there’s a missed opportunity or an awkward misstep. It’s a flawed gem...Titan A.E. is a testament to ambition and risk-taking in animation, but it’s also a cautionary tale of execution falling short of vision. For every moment of dazzling creativity, there’s a missed opportunity or an awkward misstep. It’s a flawed gem worth watching for its ambition and aesthetic daring, but it is unlikely to resonate deeply beyond its most loyal fans.]]>3524actionadventure,aliencharacters,alieninvasion,alienworlds,animatedaction,animatedclassic,animatedepic,animatedmovie,animatedscifi,donbluthfilm,futureearth,futuristicmovie,postapocalypticfilm,scifiadventure,sci-fianimation,scififilm,spaceadventure,spaceepic,spacejourney,titanaefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/209-all-dogs-go-to-heavenAll Dogs Go to Heaven is a film with undeniable heart and artistry but struggles to find its footing. Its ambitious themes and dazzling visuals make it memorable, but tonal inconsistency and narrative clutter keep it from reaching its full potential. The film offers a unique and heartfelt experience for those willing to embrace its eccentricities. For others, it may feel like a noble effort that falls short of greatness.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63308083Fri, 13 Dec 2024 21:34:24 +0000The Nerd PartyAll Dogs Go to Heaven is a film with undeniable heart and artistry but struggles to find its footing. Its ambitious themes and dazzling visuals make it memorable, but tonal inconsistency and narrative clutter keep it from reaching its full potential....All Dogs Go to Heaven is a film with undeniable heart and artistry but struggles to find its footing. Its ambitious themes and dazzling visuals make it memorable, but tonal inconsistency and narrative clutter keep it from reaching its full potential. The film offers a unique and heartfelt experience for those willing to embrace its eccentricities. For others, it may feel like a noble effort that falls short of greatness.]]>27331980sanimation,alldogsgotoheaven,animatedclassics,animatedfilms,animatedmovies,animatedmusicals,animationhistory,anne-marie,charliebarkin,childhoodfavorites,classicanimation,dogmovies,donbluthfilm,familyanimation,heartfeltanimation,heartwarmingstories,kidsmovies,neworleanssetting,orphanstories,vintageanimationfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/208-the-land-before-timeThe Land Before Time is a beautifully animated film with an emotional core that continues to resonate. However, its rushed storytelling and limited character development prevent it from reaching its full potential. It’s a film worth revisiting for its artistry and heartfelt moments, but its flaws are hard to ignore.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63169159Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:05:29 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Land Before Time is a beautifully animated film with an emotional core that continues to resonate. However, its rushed storytelling and limited character development prevent it from reaching its full potential. It’s a film worth revisiting for its...The Land Before Time is a beautifully animated film with an emotional core that continues to resonate. However, its rushed storytelling and limited character development prevent it from reaching its full potential. It’s a film worth revisiting for its artistry and heartfelt moments, but its flaws are hard to ignore.]]>3395animatedmovie,animationpodcast,childhoodmovies,familymovie,filmchat,filmchatpodcast,filmdiscussion,filmnostalgia,filmreview,filmtalk,kidsmovie,moviechat,moviediscussion,movienostalgia,movierecap,moviestories,movietalk,podcastdiscussion,podcastreview,podcasttalkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-bluth-207-an-american-tail--63034684An American Tail succeeds in delivering a visually spectacular and emotionally charged story but falters in execution. It’s an ambitious work that tackles meaningful themes, yet its uneven pacing and tonal inconsistencies keep it from reaching its full potential. Despite its flaws, the film remains a beloved classic and an important entry in Don Bluth’s filmography. For those who appreciate beautifully animated stories with heart, An American Tail is a journey worth taking, even if it’s not without its bumps along the way.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63034684Thu, 28 Nov 2024 06:00:07 +0000The Nerd PartyAn American Tail succeeds in delivering a visually spectacular and emotionally charged story but falters in execution. It’s an ambitious work that tackles meaningful themes, yet its uneven pacing and tonal inconsistencies keep it from reaching its...An American Tail succeeds in delivering a visually spectacular and emotionally charged story but falters in execution. It’s an ambitious work that tackles meaningful themes, yet its uneven pacing and tonal inconsistencies keep it from reaching its full potential. Despite its flaws, the film remains a beloved classic and an important entry in Don Bluth’s filmography. For those who appreciate beautifully animated stories with heart, An American Tail is a journey worth taking, even if it’s not without its bumps along the way.]]>3356falsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/206-the-secret-of-nimhhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/62967681Fri, 22 Nov 2024 15:36:01 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Secret of NIMH is a bold and memorable entry into the world of animated cinema, even if its narrative ambition occasionally outpaces its execution. It is a film that rewards patience and appreciation for artistry, though it might leave some...2914animatedclassic,animatedfilm,animatedmovie,animatedmovietalk,animationanalysis,animationcritique,animationdiscussion,animationreview,classicfilmreview,cultclassic,cultfilmanalysis,cultfilmtalk,cultmoviediscussion,familymoviediscussion,filmcritique,filmreview,generalmoviereview,moviediscussion,moviereview,movietalkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-205-asteroid-city--62724272Asteroid City offers a visually stunning, quirky escape, yet feels like it’s missing some of the emotional depth that has grounded his previous work. Set in a stylized, 1950s desert town, the film presents an eccentric ensemble of characters, with performances that range from deadpan to delightfully absurd. Anderson’s signature color palette and meticulous framing are in full force, lending each shot a painterly quality that fans of his aesthetic will adore.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62724272Thu, 14 Nov 2024 06:00:06 +0000The Nerd PartyWes Anderson’s Asteroid City offers a visually stunning, quirky escape, yet feels like it’s missing some of the emotional depth that has grounded his previous work. Set in a stylized, 1950s desert town, the film presents an eccentric ensemble of...Asteroid City offers a visually stunning, quirky escape, yet feels like it’s missing some of the emotional depth that has grounded his previous work. Set in a stylized, 1950s desert town, the film presents an eccentric ensemble of characters, with performances that range from deadpan to delightfully absurd. Anderson’s signature color palette and meticulous framing are in full force, lending each shot a painterly quality that fans of his aesthetic will adore.]]>2842asteroidcity,auteurcinema,cinematicanalysis,cinematicstyle,comedyfilm,filmcritique,filmrecommendation,filmreview,indiecinema,moviebreakdown,movienight,moviepodcast,moviereview,newmovies,podcast,podcastreview,quirkyfilms,uniqueaesthetic,visualstorytelling,wesandersonfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/204-october-skyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/62653797Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:36:19 +0000The Nerd PartyOctober Sky is a heartwarming and inspirational film that tells the true story of Homer Hickam, a young boy from a coal-mining town in West Virginia who dreams of building rockets. Set in the late 1950s, the movie captures the excitement and...27461950smovies,appalachia,chriscooper,cinematography,education,filmreview,homershickam,inspirationalmovies,jakegyllenhaal,lauradern,mentorship,moviereview,octoberskymovie,perioddrama,perseverance,podcastreview,rocketry,spacehistory,teamwork,trueeventsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-johnston-203-jumanji--62557481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62557481Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased in 1995 and directed by Joe Johnston, "Jumanji" is a beloved family adventure film that captivates audiences with its imaginative premise and thrilling visual effects. Based on the 1981 children's book of the same name by Chris Van Allsburg,...31351995film,90scinema,90smovies,filmchat,filmcritique,filmreview,jumanjiclassic,jumanjifans,jumanjifilm,jumanjipodcast,jumanjirecap,jumanjireview,movierecap,moviereview,movietalk,podcastanalysis.,podcastdiscussion,podcastreview,podcastseries,podcastshowfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/202-the-rocketeerhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/62490622Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:32:20 +0000The Nerd Party​The Rocketeer is a delightful and entertaining film that combines action, romance, and adventure in a nostalgic package. It's a love letter to the golden age of Hollywood and a testament to the enduring appeal of classic superhero tales.36161990smovies,actionmovie,adventure,blockbuster,cinema,classicfilm,comicbook,entertainment,filmreview,hero,hollywood,houselights,jetpack,moviereview,nostalgia,podcast,romance,stuntpilot,superhero,thrillingfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/201-honey-i-shrunk-the-kidshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/62399077Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:03:41 +0000The Nerd Party"Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" is a charming and imaginative film that offers a unique and entertaining experience. Its combination of creative special effects, engaging performances, and heartfelt storytelling makes it a standout in the family comedy...290180smovie,childhoodmovie,classicfilm,familyadventure,familycomedy,familyfilm,familyfriendlyfilm,filmnostalgia,filmreview,moviediscussion,movienostalgia,moviepodcast,movierecap,moviereview,podcastchat,podcastdiscussion,podcastreview,podcasttalk,retrofilm,rickmoranisfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/200-movies-that-shape-us
This episode was a true celebration of the way cinema has woven itself into our lives and friendships. What movies define your tastes? We’d love to hear from you!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62303596Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:12:49 +0000The Nerd PartyIn this special episode, each of us shared five movies that have profoundly impacted who we are today. These aren’t just the blockbusters or cult classics we love watching; these are the films that helped define our perspectives on film and even our...
This episode was a true celebration of the way cinema has woven itself into our lives and friendships. What movies define your tastes? We’d love to hear from you!]]>4648200episodes,cinematicjourney,cinephilepodcast,favoritefilms,filmcommunity,filmdiscussion,filmlovers,friendshipthroughfilm,hostdiscussion,houselightspodcast,movieanalysis,moviepodcast,movierecommendations,moviereview,movietalk,movietaste,podcastcelebration,podcastmilestone,popculturepodcast,topmoviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/199-tombstonehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/62211527Thu, 03 Oct 2024 14:46:07 +0000The Nerd PartyTombstone (1993) is a Western classic that delivers unforgettable performances and thrilling action while diving deep into themes of loyalty, justice, and brotherhood. Kurt Russell commands the screen as Wyatt Earp, but it’s Val Kilmer’s portrayal of...37841990smovies,actionmovies,cinema,classicmovies,filmanalysis,filmcritic,filmdiscussion,filmpodcast,filmreview,hollywoodreview,movieanalysis,moviediscussion,moviepodcast,movierecaps,movierecommendation,moviereview,podcastreview,podcasttalk,westernfilms,westernmoviefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/198-leviathanLeviathan is a mixed bag. It has moments of tension and some striking visuals, but ultimately, it lacks the originality or depth to elevate it to the level of classic sci-fi horror. It’s worth a watch for fans of the genre, especially those who enjoy creature features but don’t expect it to offer much beyond a familiar—if entertaining—ride through well-worn territory.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62129751Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:56:49 +0000The Nerd PartyLeviathan is a mixed bag. It has moments of tension and some striking visuals, but ultimately, it lacks the originality or depth to elevate it to the level of classic sci-fi horror. It’s worth a watch for fans of the genre, especially those who enjoy...Leviathan is a mixed bag. It has moments of tension and some striking visuals, but ultimately, it lacks the originality or depth to elevate it to the level of classic sci-fi horror. It’s worth a watch for fans of the genre, especially those who enjoy creature features but don’t expect it to offer much beyond a familiar—if entertaining—ride through well-worn territory.]]>363280screatureeffects,80shorror,alien-inspiredmovie,classicscifihorror,claustrophobicatmosphere,creaturefeature,deep-seamonsters,georgep.cosmatos,horrormoviereview,industrialsetdesign,isolationhorror,peterwellerperformance,practicaleffects,scififilmanalysis,scifihorrorpodcast,scifithriller,stanwinstoncreaturedesign,survivalhorror,tenseatmosphere,underwaterhorrorfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/197-cobrahttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/62029918Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:41:53 +0000The Nerd Party“Cobra” is a film that delivers on its promise of intense action and a tough protagonist. Sylvester Stallone’s performance and the film’s gritty atmosphere are definite highlights. However, the thin plot, lack of character development, and relentless...338480saction,80sfilms,actionfilmreview,actionmovies,classicaction,cobramovie,cobrareview,filmdiscussion,filmpodcast,filmreviewpodcast,filmtalk,movieanalysis,moviebreakdown,moviecritique,movieinsights,moviereview,podcastepisode,retromovies,stallonefans,sylvesterstallonefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/196-rambo-first-blood-part-iihttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/61380618Thu, 12 Sep 2024 15:29:16 +0000The Nerd Party“Rambo: First Blood Part II” is a must-watch for fans of action films and 80s cinema. It solidifies John Rambo as a cultural icon and delivers a thrilling, high-octane experience. While it may not be the most nuanced film, its action-packed sequences...300080sfilmpodcast,actionfilmpodcast,actionheromovies,actionmoviepodcast,behindthescenesmovie,classicmoviepodcast,culturalimpactoffilms,filmcharacteranalysis,filmcritique,filmdiscussionpodcast,iconicactionfilms,movieanalysispodcast,moviefranchisepodcast,movieplotanalysis,moviereviewpodcast,moviesoundtrackdiscussion,rambomoviereview,ramboseriesreview,sylvesterstallonereview,vietnamwarmoviereviewfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/195-alexanderAlexander delves into the film’s grand scope, stunning battle sequences, and the all-star cast led by Colin Farrell and Angelina Jolie. We explore where the film soars in its visual spectacle and where it falters in capturing the complexity of Alexander the Great's life. If you’ve ever wondered whether Alexander lives up to its historical ambition or misses the mark, our review breaks it all down for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61274654Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:56:35 +0000The Nerd PartyCurious about Oliver Stone's epic portrayal of one of history's most legendary conquerors? Our in-depth review of Alexander delves into the film’s grand scope, stunning battle sequences, and the all-star cast led by Colin Farrell and Angelina Jolie....Alexander delves into the film’s grand scope, stunning battle sequences, and the all-star cast led by Colin Farrell and Angelina Jolie. We explore where the film soars in its visual spectacle and where it falters in capturing the complexity of Alexander the Great's life. If you’ve ever wondered whether Alexander lives up to its historical ambition or misses the mark, our review breaks it all down for you.]]>4479cinemadiscussion,cinemapodcast,epicfilmdiscussion,filmanalysis,filmcritiquepodcast,filmreviewpodcast,filmtalkpodcast,historicaldramapodcast,historicalepicmoviereview,historicalmovieanalysis,hollywoodmoviereview,movieanalysis,moviebreakdownpodcast,movieinsights,moviepodcastepisode,moviepodcastepisodereview,moviereviewpodcast,oliverstonefilmreview,podcastfilmdiscussion,podcastmoviecommentaryfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/194-nixonhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/61201225Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:55:34 +0000The Nerd Party"Nixon" is a film that, much like its subject, is complex, ambitious, and polarizing. Oliver Stone’s direction and Anthony Hopkins’ performance elevate the film, making it a compelling watch for those interested in American politics and history....3116anthonyhopkins,biopic,conspiracy,director,film,historical,history,movie,oliverstone,politics,review,storyfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/193-JFKJFK is as fascinating as it is a flawed film. It raises important questions and challenges viewers to think critically about the official narratives they have been told. However, its tendency to prioritize dramatic effect over factual accuracy can be troubling, making it a polarizing experience. JFK is a riveting watch for those who can appreciate its artistic and narrative ambitions, but it’s not a film to be taken at face value.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61105343Wed, 21 Aug 2024 17:15:53 +0000The Nerd PartyJFK is as fascinating as it is a flawed film. It raises important questions and challenges viewers to think critically about the official narratives they have been told. However, its tendency to prioritize dramatic effect over factual accuracy can be...JFK is as fascinating as it is a flawed film. It raises important questions and challenges viewers to think critically about the official narratives they have been told. However, its tendency to prioritize dramatic effect over factual accuracy can be troubling, making it a polarizing experience. JFK is a riveting watch for those who can appreciate its artistic and narrative ambitions, but it’s not a film to be taken at face value.]]>33851990smovies,classicmovies,conspiracymovies,conspiracytheoriesinfilm,controversialfilms,directorscut,factvs.fictioninmovies,famousmoviescenes,filmaccuracy,filmanalysis,filmcast,historicaleventsinfilm,historicalfilm,iconicfilms,moviecharacters,movieplotsummary,moviereview,politicalthriller,popularmovies,truestorymoviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/192-the-doorshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/61038913Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:01:03 +0000The Nerd Party“The Doors” is a film that will likely divide audiences. Those who appreciate Olivet Stone’s kinetic style and Kilmer’s intense performance will find much to admire, but those looking for a more balanced or nuanced portrayal of the band may be...38631991movie,60srock,biopic,cinemapodcast,filmcritique,filmreview,jimmorrison,movieanalysis,moviebreakdown,moviediscussion,moviepodcast,musicmovies,oliverstone,oliverstonefilm,rockbiopic,rockfilm,rockmusic,thedoors,thedoorsfilm,valkilmerfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/191-the-patriothttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60959506Thu, 08 Aug 2024 18:13:47 +0000The Nerd Party"The Patriot" (2000), a film that intertwines the personal trials of a family with the broader struggle for independence. Mel Gibson delivers a compelling performance as Benjamin Martin, a man caught between his peaceful life and the violent upheavals...3517actorperformance,cinemahistory,cinematography,entertainmentpodcast,epicmovies,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmindustryinsights,historicalfilms,melgibson,moviepodcast,movieratings,moviereview,movietrivia,podcasting,revolutionarywarmovies,soundtrackreview,thepatriotmovie,wardramafalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/190-the-killerhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60886357Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:10:40 +0000The Nerd Party“The Killer” is a gripping thriller that showcases David Fincher’s unparalleled skill in creating atmospheric, character-driven narratives. It’s a film that demands attention and rewards viewers with a rich, immersive experience. Whether you’re a fan...3465cinemapodcast,cinematicreview,davidfincher,directordavidfincher,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmfans,filmlovers,filmpodcast,moviebuff,moviereview,movietalk,podcast,podcastcommunity,podcastepisode,podcasting,podcastlife,thekiller,thrillermoviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/189-godzillahttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60802382Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:22:10 +0000The Nerd Party“Godzilla” (1998) stands as a visually impressive but polarizing entry in the Godzilla franchise. While it delivers spectacle and thrills, it falls short in character development and faithfulness to the original concept of Godzilla. The film is a...2981entertainmentpodcast,entertainmentreview,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmfans,filmrecap,filmreview,filmreviewshow,movieanalysis,moviediscussion,movienews,moviepodcast,movierecap,moviereview,movietalk,podcastdiscussion,podcastreview,podcastseries,podcastshow,podcasttalkfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/188-independence-day
It combines heart-pounding action, compelling performances, and state-of-the-art effects to deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience. The film’s enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to tap into universal themes of courage, ingenuity, and the indomitable spirit of humanity. For fans of sci-fi and disaster films, “Independence Day” is a must-watch, a thrilling ride that captures the imagination and stirs the soul.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60742560Fri, 19 Jul 2024 15:19:53 +0000The Nerd PartyEmmerich’s direction ensures a brisk pace, balancing explosive action sequences with moments of tension and character development. The screenplay, co-written by Emmerich and Dean Devlin, skillfully interweaves multiple storylines, creating a tapestry...
It combines heart-pounding action, compelling performances, and state-of-the-art effects to deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience. The film’s enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to tap into universal themes of courage, ingenuity, and the indomitable spirit of humanity. For fans of sci-fi and disaster films, “Independence Day” is a must-watch, a thrilling ride that captures the imagination and stirs the soul.]]>39681990smovies,actionmovies,alienmovies,blockbusterfilms,cinemapodcast,classiccinema,classicfilms,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmpodcast,filmtalk,hollywoodmovies,iconicfilms,movieanalysis,moviebuffs,movielovers,moviereview,podcastreview,popularmovies,scifimoviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/187-stargatehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60664939Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:38:29 +0000The Nerd PartyStargate is a must-watch for sci-fi enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys a good adventure. Its blend of mythology, science fiction, and action makes it a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences. The film’s impressive special effects,...3916classicscifi,filmcritique,filmdiscussion,filmfans,filmpodcast,filmreviewshow,movieanalysis,moviebuffs,moviecritics,movielovers,moviereviewpodcast,movietalk,podcastreview,scificinema,scifidiscussion,scifientertainment,scififilmreview,scifimovies,scifipodcast,stargatereviewfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/186-universal-soldierhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60541098Fri, 28 Jun 2024 17:35:06 +0000The Nerd Party“Universal Soldier” excels as an action-packed sci-fi film with a unique premise and memorable set pieces, but it falters in narrative cohesion and character development. Van Damme and Lundgren fans, or those with a penchant for ’90s action flicks,...340990smovies,actionfilm,actionmovie,classicmovies,director,film,filmanalysis,filmcritique,filmreviewpodcast,films,moviediscussion,moviepodcast,moviereview,movietalk,podcastreview,rolandemmerich,scififilm,scifimoviefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/185-moon-44
“Moon-44” is an ambitious film that reaches for the stars but ends up getting lost in a black hole of its own making. It’s a reminder that not all that glitters in space is gold—sometimes, it’s just a floating piece of space junk. If you’re looking for a film to watch, this one might just make you want to leave the planet.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60450413Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:54:35 +0000The Nerd Party*This movie deals with sexual assault.* “Moon-44” is an ambitious film that reaches for the stars but ends up getting lost in a black hole of its own making. It’s a reminder that not all that glitters in space is gold—sometimes, it’s just a floating...
“Moon-44” is an ambitious film that reaches for the stars but ends up getting lost in a black hole of its own making. It’s a reminder that not all that glitters in space is gold—sometimes, it’s just a floating piece of space junk. If you’re looking for a film to watch, this one might just make you want to leave the planet.]]>3055actionmovies,cinemalovers,classicfilms,directorspotlight,directorworks,filmanalysis,filmbuff,filmclub,filmdiscussion,filmmaking,filmpodcast,filmtalk,moviecritique,moviehistory,movieinsights,moviemagic,movienight,moviereview,onset,scififalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/184-da-five-bloodshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60375536Thu, 13 Jun 2024 18:18:04 +0000The Nerd Party​“Da 5 Bloods” is a film with noble intentions and some truly powerful moments, but it doesn’t always hit the mark. It’s a mixed bag that will resonate with viewers who appreciate its historical context and social commentary, but may leave others...3595actiondramareview,adventuredrama,brotherhoodinfilms,cinemadiscussion,civilrightsmovies,culturalcommentarycinema,directorspotlight,filmanalysis,filmcharacterstudy,filmplotanalysis,filmsoundtrackreview,historicalfilms,movieindustrypodcast,moviereviewpodcast,racialthemesinfilm,soldiernarratives,spikelee,streamingmoviecritique,veteranstories,warfilmsfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/183-blackkklansmanhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60300177Thu, 06 Jun 2024 15:01:25 +0000The Nerd PartyIn our latest podcast episode, we delve into the provocative and timely film, **BlacKkKlansman**, directed by the ever-bold Spike Lee. This true-story adaptation follows Ron Stallworth, an African-American detective who infiltrates the Ku Klux Klan....33791970s,adamdriver,americanhistory,blackempowerment,blackkklansman,cinemaanalysis,filmreview,historicaldrama,infiltration,johndavidwashington,kukluxklan,moviediscussion,mustwatch,policeinfiltration,powerofcinema,racism,socialcommentary,spikelee,tophergrace,truestoryfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/182-25th-hourhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60221095Thu, 30 May 2024 14:10:26 +0000The Nerd Party“25th Hour” is a powerful exploration of human emotions, regrets, and the choices that shape our lives. Spike Lee’s vision shines through, even when navigating David Benioff’s adaptation of his own novel. If you’re looking for a thought-provoking and...41969/11,crime,edwardnorton,film,films,movie,movies,newyorkcity,noir,nyc,spikeleefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/181-malcolm-xhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60153344Thu, 23 May 2024 18:29:02 +0000The Nerd PartyJoin us on this episode of Houselights as we delve into Spike Lee's film Malcolm X. Our hosts explore Denzel Washington's riveting performance, historical accuracy, and its lasting impact on American cinema and culture. 38871960s,denzelwashington,film,films,islam,malcolmx,mecca,movie,movies,racism,spikelee,unitedstatesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/180-do-the-right-thinghttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/60073580Fri, 17 May 2024 17:01:42 +0000The Nerd Party"Do the Right Thing" is a cultural touchstone that remains as relevant today as it was upon its release. Its portrayal of racial tensions, systemic injustice, and the power of community is both a reflection of its time and a prescient commentary on...3552director,dotherightthing,film,filmmaking,films,movie,movies,pizza,prejudice,racism,review,spikeleefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/179-star-trek-nemesis
*This episode contains discussions of fictional sexual assault.*]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59775432Thu, 02 May 2024 15:49:14 +0000The Nerd PartyDirector Stuart Baird attempts to navigate the complex waters of Star Trek lore, bringing a darker tone to the franchise. The thematic exploration of identity, through the lens of Picard and his clone, offers a compelling study of nature versus...
*This episode contains discussions of fictional sexual assault.*]]>4040action,adventure,adventures,brentspiner,film,films,jonathanfrakes,movie,movies,patrickstewart,picard,review,scifi,startrek,stuartbaird,tomhardyfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/177-us-marshalshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/59656698Thu, 25 Apr 2024 16:48:06 +0000The Nerd Party“U.S. Marshals” may not surpass its predecessor, but it still offers solid entertainment, especially for fans of action thrillers. While it lacks Harrison Ford’s star power, Tommy Lee Jones holds the film together with his compelling portrayal of Sam...3410action,film,films,leo,movie,movies,review,robertdowneyjr,stuartbaird,thriller,tommyleejonesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/177-executive-decisionhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/59529333Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:23:39 +0000The Nerd PartyStuart Baird's "Executive Decision" may have its quirks, but it's an adrenaline-fueled thriller that keeps viewers hooked from takeoff to landing. Baird's directorial debut showcases his talent for suspense, making this a memorable addition to the...3750action,adventure,executivedecision,film,films,halleberry,hijack,kurtrussell,movie,movies,stevensegal,stuartbairdfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/176-barbiehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/59421102Thu, 11 Apr 2024 16:17:54 +0000The Nerd PartyWith its heartfelt message of self-acceptance and dazzling visuals, Barbie is sure to capture the hearts of audiences of all ages. Greta Gerwig has once again proven herself a fantastic storyteller, and the film further evidences her talent and vision.3598barbie,director,fantasy,film,films,gretagerwig,margotrobbie,movie,movies,patriarchy,ryangosling,toysfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/175-little-womenhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/59293323Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:30:05 +0000The Nerd PartyGreta Gerwig's "Little Women": A cinematic marvel that delicately stitches together the threads of sisterhood, ambition, and love. Gerwig's adaptation dances between past and present, breathing life into Louisa May Alcott's beloved characters. Saoirse...3269adaptation,director,film,films,florencepugh,gretagerwig,lauradern,littlewomen,movie,movies,novel,remake,saoirseronan,timotheechalametfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/174-lady-birdhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/59221829Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:32:18 +0000The Nerd PartyGerwig’s semi-autobiographical script captures the essence of adolescence—the yearning for independence, the clash with parental expectations, and the search for identity. Lady Bird’s journey feels real, raw, and deeply personal. Exceptional...3347college,comingofage,gretagerwig,highschool,ladybird,saoirseronan,teenagers,timothychalametfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/173-pawn-sacrificehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/59126780Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:01:10 +0000The Nerd Party​Pawn Sacrifice raises questions about obsession, genius, and the sacrifices made in pursuit of excellence. Whether you’re a chess enthusiast or a curious filmgoer, this movie offers a glimpse into a battle that transcended the chessboard—a battle of...2996biopic,bobbyfischer,chess,edwardzwick,mentalillness,pawnsacrifice,tobeymaguirefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/172-the-last-samuraihttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/59045847Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:21:31 +0000The Nerd PartySet against the backdrop of Japan’s Meiji Restoration, the film follows the journey of Captain Nathan Algren (played brilliantly by Tom Cruise), a disillusioned American Civil War veteran. Algren is hired by the Japanese government to train their...3420action,cinema,edwardzwick,epic,film,films,japan,japanese,kenwatanabe,movie,movies,review,samurai,thelastsamurai,tomcruisefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/171-the-siegehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58961161Thu, 07 Mar 2024 18:17:21 +0000The Nerd Party“The Siege” goes beyond mere action-thriller territory. It delves into the political and human costs of terrorism and our collective response to it. The film raises thought-provoking questions about civil liberties, prejudice, and the impact of...3493action,annettebenning,denzelwashington,detective,edwardzwick,fbi,film,films,movie,movies,siege,terrorism,thesiege,tonyshaloubfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-zwick-170-glory--58853251https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58853251Thu, 29 Feb 2024 06:00:02 +0000The Nerd Party“Glory”, directed by Edward Zwick, is a powerful and poignant historical war drama that chronicles the remarkable story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, one of the Union Army’s earliest African-American regiments during the American Civil...3324civilwar,denzelwashington,edwardzwick,film,films,history,matthewbroderick,morganfreeman,movie,movies,review,slavery,warfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/169-unstoppablehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58784149Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:41:08 +0000The Nerd PartyTony Scott was a master of kinetic cinema. His need-for-speed tendency permeates every frame of “Unstoppable”. Even in his final film, Scott’s craftsmanship shines. He didn’t go out with a whimper; he left us with a thunderous roar—a testament to his...3259action,chrispine,denzelwashington,director,directors,film,films,movie,movies,suspense,tonyscottfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/168-deja-vuhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58697017Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:41:55 +0000The Nerd PartyDéjà Vu is a rollercoaster of suspense, romance, and time-bending intrigue. If you’re up for a mind-bending ride, buckle in and prepare for déjà vu like never before.2843action,denzelwashington,film,films,movie,movies,paulapatton,sciencefiction,timetravel,tonyscott,valkilmerfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/167-man-on-firehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58614669Thu, 08 Feb 2024 20:09:27 +0000The Nerd PartyTony Scott’s vision transformed a familiar revenge tale into a visceral experience. The film’s stylized visuals, pulsating soundtrack by Harry Gregson-Williams, and Washington’s magnetic presence linger in our minds. “Man on Fire” remains a testament...3107action,dakotafanning,denzelwashington,film,films,kidnapping,manonfire,mexico,mexicocity,movie,movies,tonyscott,violencefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/166-crimson-tidehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58535004Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:01:11 +0000The Nerd PartyRoger Ebert praised the movie for its intelligent dramatization of the choices, dangers, and duties of nuclear warfare. The movie’s screenplay is credited to Michael Schiffer, but the punchy dialogue has Quentin Tarantino written all over it. The...3325action,armedforces,crimsontide,denzelwashington,film,films,genehackman,military,movie,movies,navy,nuclear,nuclearwar,review,submarine,suspense,tonyscottfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/165-true-romancehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58459845Fri, 26 Jan 2024 16:44:21 +0000The Nerd PartyTony Scott's "True Romance" is a wild and unpredictable ride through the underbelly of crime and passion, delivering a unique blend of violence, humor, and heart. Released in 1993, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast, a distinctive screenplay by...3206action,christopherwalken,crime,drugs,love,quentintarantino,tarantino,thriller,tonyscott,trueromancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-scott-164-the-last-boy-scout--58352498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58352498Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:53:45 +0000The Nerd Party"The Last Boy Scout" is a movie that has its moments but ultimately falls short of its potential due to its formulaic plot, one-dimensional characters, and problematic portrayal of women. However, the movie's witty dialogue, entertaining performances,...3003action,brucewillis,comedy,director,film,films,movie,movies,podcast,review,thelastboyscout,tonyscottfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/163-beverly-hills-cop-iihttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58279947Fri, 12 Jan 2024 18:50:52 +0000The Nerd Party"Beverly Hills Cop II" is a mixed bag of nostalgia and action, with Eddie Murphy's charm and Tony Scott's directorial finesse elevating the viewing experience. Tune in as we break down the highs and lows of this '80s classic. Whether you're a die-hard...3551action,beverlyhills,beverlyhillscop,comedy,cop,eddiemurphy,heist,lawenforcement,murder,mystery,tonyscottfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/happy-new-year--58209550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58209550Fri, 05 Jan 2024 17:55:35 +0000The Nerd PartyHere is a short message of thanks and a preview of what is to come in 2024.76falsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/162-gravityhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58139631Thu, 28 Dec 2023 16:47:11 +0000The Nerd PartyAlfonso Cuarón's meticulous attention to detail is evident from the film's opening moments, where viewers are thrust into the vastness of space alongside Sandra Bullock's character, Dr. Ryan Stone. The seamless integration of cutting-edge visual...3254alfonsocuaron,director,film,films,georgeclooney,gravity,movie,movies,sandrabullockfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/161-children-of-menhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58086990Thu, 21 Dec 2023 17:43:59 +0000The Nerd PartyThrough his use of long takes, commitment to authenticity, and focus on character-driven narratives, Alfonso Cuarón elevates "Children of Men" from a dystopian thriller to a cinematic work of art. The film remains as relevant and impactful as ever....3339alfonsocuaron,childrenofmen,cliveowen,dystopian,future,juliannemoore,michaelcaine,scififalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/160-harry-potter-and-the-prisoner-of-azkabanhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/58010628Thu, 14 Dec 2023 18:42:16 +0000The Nerd Party"Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" stands out not only as a fantastic installment in the wizarding saga but also as a testament to Alfonso Cuarón's directorial prowess. The film successfully strikes a balance between the magical whimsy of the...3841alfonsocuaron,director,fantasy,film,films,harrypotter,movie,movies,review,wizardingworldfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/159-great-expectationshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/57880387Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:08:47 +0000The Nerd PartyAlfonso Cuarón's "Great Expectations" triumphs on multiple fronts – visually arresting, emotionally engaging, and a faithful adaptation of Dickens' literary classic. This film is a testament to Cuarón's prowess as a director and storyteller, making it...5145falsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/158-a-little-princesshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/57774727Thu, 23 Nov 2023 06:00:04 +0000The Nerd PartyAlfonso Cuarón's "A Little Princess" is a visual delight with emotional resonance, but it's not without its share of drawbacks. The film's acting and occasional pacing issues may leave some viewers with mixed feelings. Nevertheless, it remains a...2574alfonsocuaron,alittleprincess,children,drama,film,films,movie,movies,remakefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/157-wendell-wildhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/57667181Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:32:39 +0000The Nerd PartyWendell and Wild" feels like a missed opportunity for the talented individuals involved. With a weak storyline, uninspiring animation, and a lack of the wit that audiences have come to expect from Selick and Peele, this film falls short of its...2306animation,demons,film,films,henryselick,horror,jordanpeele,keyandpeele,movie,movies,wendellandwild,wendell&wildfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/156-coralinehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/57592816Fri, 10 Nov 2023 19:21:44 +0000The Nerd Party"Coraline" is a film that defies easy categorization. It straddles the line between family-friendly fantasy and spine-tingling horror, making it a unique and memorable viewing experience. While its dark undertones might be unsettling for some, those...3258animation,children,claymation,director,family,film,films,henryselick,kids,movie,movies,stopmotionfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/155-james-and-the-giant-peachhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/57397955Thu, 26 Oct 2023 15:44:40 +0000The Nerd Party"James and the Giant Peach" is a visually stunning and imaginative adaptation that captures the essence of Roald Dahl's world. Despite its pacing, storytelling, and character development issues, the film's charm shines through. While a flawed...3021animation,childhood,comedy,director,family,fantasy,film,films,henryselick,jamesandthegiantpeach,movie,movies,stopmotionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-selick-154-the-nightmare-before-christmas--57307289https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57307289Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:46:02 +0000The Nerd PartyHenry Selick's direction of "The Nightmare Before Christmas" is nothing short of a triumph in the world of animation and storytelling. His meticulous craftsmanship has gifted the world a timeless classic that transcends the boundaries of age and...3091animation,claymation,film,films,henryselick,movie,movies,stopmotion,thenightmarebeforechristmas,timburtonfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/153-king-arthur-legend-of-the-swordhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/57215155Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:10:42 +0000The Nerd Party"King Arthur: Legend of the Sword" was undeniably a bold and visually striking reimagining of the Arthurian legend. Ritchie's attempt to infuse his signature style into the fantasy genre was commendable, but the film faltered due to inconsistent...3504charliehunnam,director,directors,fantasy,film,films,guyritchie,judelaw,kingarthur,legend,movie,moviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/152-king-arthurhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/57089449Thu, 05 Oct 2023 16:08:54 +0000The Nerd Party"King Arthur" (2005) offers a unique take on the legendary tale, blending historical realism with familiar myths. While the film boasts strong performances and visually appealing action sequences, its historical inaccuracies, underdeveloped...3083antoinefuqua,director,directors,film,filmmaking,films,kingarthur,moviesfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/151-first-knighthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56995676Fri, 29 Sep 2023 17:54:48 +0000The Nerd PartyIn the latest episode of "Houselights," the debate over 1995's 'First Knight' turned into an epic showdown worthy of the Round Table itself. Our resident romantic, Tristan, couldn't stop gushing about the film's medieval charm, passionately defending...4377arthurian,film,films,firstknight,jerryzucker,kingarthur,legend,movie,movies,reviewfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/150-excaliburhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56890656Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:03:13 +0000The Nerd Party"Excalibur" is a mixed bag, a film that combines visual splendor with uneven performances and a somewhat inconsistent tone. While it may not be a flawless masterpiece, it remains a must-see for fans of Arthurian legend and epic fantasy. Its timeless...3533action,adventure,director,fantasy,film,films,kingarthur,legend,magic,merlin,movie,movies,review,swordsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-king-arthur-149-monty-python-and-the-holy-grail--56802167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56802167Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:51:45 +0000The Nerd Party​"Monty Python and the Holy Grail" is a blend of absurd humor, memorable characters, iconic scenes, and biting satire has earned it a well-deserved place in the pantheon of great comedies. Whether you're a fan of British humor, classic films, or...3026director,film,films,montypython,movie,movies,terrygilliamfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/148-the-sword-in-the-stonehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56726326Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:57:05 +0000The Nerd Party"The Sword in the Stone" is a mixed bag. It offers charming characters, some delightful animation sequences, and a whimsical tone that appeals to a younger audience. However, its lack of a robust and cohesive plot and its departure from the depth of...2575animation,childrens,director,disney,excalibur,family,film,films,kingarthur,legend,movie,movies,myth,swordinthestone,wolfgangreithermanfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/147-risenhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56650369Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:32:24 +0000The Nerd PartyRisen offers a fresh perspective on a timeless story, driven by a standout performance from Joseph Fiennes and an intriguing first half. However, the film struggles to maintain its momentum and tone, leading to a somewhat disjointed viewing...3551bible,biblical,christ,director,film,films,jesus,kevinreynolds,movie,movies,risenfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/146-the-count-of-monte-cristohttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56580198Thu, 24 Aug 2023 16:58:17 +0000The Nerd PartyKevin Reynolds' adaptation of "The Count of Monte Cristo" (2002) honors the enduring legacy of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel. With its gripping tale of revenge, betrayal, and redemption, stellar performances, and stunning visuals, this film continues...3753action,adaptation,adventure,directing,director,film,films,kevinreynolds,literature,movie,movies,revengefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/145-waterworldhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56502308Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:54:06 +0000The Nerd PartyAs we reflect on Kevin Reynolds' "Waterworld," it's important to acknowledge both its shortcomings and its achievements. The film's ambition and creative scope are commendable, even as its budget and production woes cast a shadow. Kevin Costner's...3923action,adventure,director,film,films,kevincostner,kevinreynolds,movie,movies,postapocalyptic,review,waterworldfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/144-robin-hood-prince-of-thieveshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56423956Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:36:48 +0000The Nerd Party"Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" remains a film that divides opinion among audiences and critics alike. Its blend of nostalgia, ambitious reimagining of a classic tale, and notable performances have secured its place in cinematic history. While the...4126action,adventure,director,fiction,fictionalhistory,film,films,kevincostner,kevinreynolds,legend,movie,movies,princeofthieves,robinhood,robinhoodprinceofthievesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bird-house-143-incredibles-2--56369669https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56369669Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:09:26 +0000The Nerd PartyPixar is renowned for creating emotionally resonant and thought-provoking animated movies, and "Incredibles 2" falls short of the studio's own high standards. Nevertheless, fans of the original might still enjoy the nostalgia and moments of humor, but...2868action,animation,bradbird,cartoon,cgi,director,film,filmmaking,films,incredibles2,movie,movies,thrillerfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/142-tomorrowlandhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266553Fri, 28 Jul 2023 18:16:03 +0000The Nerd PartyBrad Bird's ambitious attempt to create a thought-provoking sci-fi adventure ultimately leads to a muddled and unsatisfying experience. The lack of character development, heavy-handed social commentary, and inconsistent pacing all contribute to the...4247bradbird,director,film,films,georgeclooney,movie,movies,scifi,tomorrowlandfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/141-mission-impossible-ghost-protocolhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56140284Wed, 19 Jul 2023 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyBrad Bird's direction, combined with Tom Cruise's unwavering commitment to the role of Ethan Hunt, creates a captivating experience that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish with 2011s "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol".3590action,bradbird,gadgets,ghostprotocol,hero,missionimpossible,spy,thriller,tomcruisefalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/140-ratatouillehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56075998Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartySince its release in 2007, Brad Bird's "Ratatouille" has captured the hearts and palates of audiences worldwide. This enchanting animated film tells the story of a rat named Remy who dreams of becoming a great chef. With its charming characters,...3938animation,bradbird,children,couisine,disney,film,films,food,french,movie,movies,pixar,ratatouille,ratsfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/139-the-incredibleshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/56014287Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:03:28 +0000The Nerd PartySince its release in 2004, "The Incredibles" has captivated audiences of all ages with its thrilling action sequences, heartfelt storytelling, and memorable characters. Directed by the visionary Brad Bird, the film combines the excitement of a...3095animation,bradbird,director,familyfilm,film,films,incredibles,movie,movies,pixar,theincrediblesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-138-the-french-dispatch--55534309]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55534309Thu, 29 Jun 2023 19:59:12 +0000The Nerd PartyWes Anderson's "The French Dispatch" is a love letter to journalism, art, and the human spirit. With captivating visuals, exceptional performances, and thought-provoking narratives, this film is for anyone who appreciates cinema.]]>3316falsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/137-the-iron-gianthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/54821667Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:56:24 +0000The Nerd Party"The Iron Giant" is a film that resonates on multiple levels. Brad Bird's directorial vision, coupled with a compelling story, exquisite animation, and profound themes, elevates this film to the ranks of timeless classics. It serves as a reminder that...326050s,animation,bradbird,cartoon,scifi,theirongiant,vindiesel,warnerbros,warnerbrothersfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/136-enemy-minehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/54446674Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:54:51 +0000The Nerd Party"Enemy Mine" may not have received the attention it deserved upon its initial release, but its enduring appeal lies in its universal themes and heartfelt storytelling. By exploring the relationship between two sworn enemies, the film challenges our...3871falsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/135-the-neverending-storyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/54140687Thu, 08 Jun 2023 17:05:20 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased in 1984, The NeverEnding Story directed by Wolfgang Petersen is a magical tale that takes viewers on an extraordinary adventure into the world of Fantasia. Filled with unforgettable characters, breathtaking visuals, and a powerful message...3967commentary,film,films,movie,movies,neverendingstory,peterson,theneverendingstory,wolfgangpetersonfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/134-das-boothttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/54077599Fri, 02 Jun 2023 17:08:21 +0000The Nerd PartyWolfgang Peterson's "Das Boot" remains a film that immerses viewers in the gripping realities of war and the human condition. Through its compelling characters, exceptional performances, and technical brilliance, the film continues to captivate...4307action,dasboot,film,films,movie,movies,peterson,submarine,war,wolfgangpetersonfalsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/133-youve-got-mailhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/53999763Thu, 25 May 2023 18:15:25 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased in 1998 and directed by Nora Ephron, this delightful film not only showcases the remarkable on-screen chemistry between Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks but also explores the evolving dynamics of human connection in the digital age. With its...4225director,film,films,funny,megryan,movie,movies,noraephron,relationship,romanticcomedy,romcom,tomhanks,writer,youvegotmailfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/132-sleepless-in-seattlehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/53930497Fri, 19 May 2023 15:27:39 +0000The Nerd Party"Sleepless in Seattle" holds a special place in the hearts of many for its endearing performances and unique premise. However, a critical examination reveals a film that falls victim to predictability and lacks depth in its supporting characters....3760falsefullhttp://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/131-when-harry-met-sallyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/53807663Thu, 11 May 2023 05:00:02 +0000The Nerd PartyIn the realm of romantic comedies, few films have achieved the level of iconic status and enduring charm as Rob Reiner's 1989 masterpiece, "When Harry Met Sally." This delightful film, written by Nora Ephron, remains a timeless classic that has...3963billycrystal,comedy,film,films,funny,humor,megryan,movie,movies,noraephron,robreiner,romance,romanticcomedy,romcom,whenharrymetsallyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-reiner-130-the-princess-bride--53754076https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53754076Fri, 05 May 2023 18:25:43 +0000The Nerd PartyRob Reiner's "The Princess Bride" is a classic film that has stood the test of time. Its witty writing, engaging characters, and unique blend of genres make it an entertaining and heartfelt movie. The movie's themes of love, adventure, and the power...4143action,adventure,caryelwes,film,films,movie,movies,revenge,robinwright,robreiner,romance,swordfighting,theprincessbridefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-reiner-129-stand-by-me--53668094https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53668094Thu, 27 Apr 2023 17:24:08 +0000The Nerd PartyRob Reiner’s 1986 film “Stand By Me” is a classic coming-of-age story that continues to resonate with audiences to this day. Based on Stephen King’s novella “The Body,” the film follows a group of four young boys as they embark on a journey to find a...3803adventure,children,coryfeldman,discovery,film,films,jerryoconnel,kids,movies,riverpheonix,roadmovie,robreiner,standbyme,wilwheatonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-reiner-128-the-sure-thing--53595500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53595500Thu, 20 Apr 2023 16:08:25 +0000The Nerd Party"The Sure Thing" may have been a hit in the 1980s, its portrayal of women, questionable humor, and unsatisfying ending make it a film that is difficult to recommend in the present day. While it's important to recognize the film's place in the history...3072daphnezuniga,film,films,johncusack,movie,movies,robreiner,romanticcomedy,sex,sexcomedy,thesurethingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-reiner-127-this-is-spinal-tap--53527387https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53527387Thu, 13 Apr 2023 17:29:23 +0000The Nerd PartyDespite its initial lackluster box office performance, "This is Spinal Tap" has gained a loyal following over the years, becoming a cultural phenomenon that has influenced countless comedians and filmmakers. Its unique blend of comedy, music, and...3341direct,director,documentary,film,films,mockumentary,movie,movies,music,robreiner,rockandroll,spinaltap,thisisspinaltapfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-kubrick-126-2001--53464786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53464786Thu, 06 Apr 2023 19:00:22 +0000The Nerd PartyStanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey" is a groundbreaking science fiction film that has captivated audiences and critics alike since its release in 1968. Known for its enigmatic and thought-provoking storytelling, stunning visuals, and pioneering...50212001,ai,apes,dawnofman,director,evolution,exploration,film,films,hal,kubrick,movie,movies,sciencefiction,scifi,space,stanleykubrickfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-kubrick-125-dr-strangelove--53403837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53403837Fri, 31 Mar 2023 16:30:56 +0000The Nerd PartyDr. Strangelove, or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb, is a 1964 political satire film directed by Stanley Kubrick. The film is a dark comedy that explores the political tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union during the...3006atomicbomb,drstrangelove,film,films,georgecscott,movie,movies,petersellers,political,satire,stanleykubrickfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-kubrick-124-lolita--53311908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53311908Thu, 23 Mar 2023 15:46:00 +0000The Nerd Party"Lolita" is a controversial and thought-provoking film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on the novel of the same name by Vladimir Nabokov. Released in 1962, the film tells the story of a middle-aged literature professor named Humbert Humbert (played...4118crime,director,film,films,jamesmason,lolita,movie,movies,murder,obsession,stanleykubrick,suelyonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-kubrick-123-spartacus--53227400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53227400Thu, 16 Mar 2023 18:31:40 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased in 1960, Spartacus is a historical epic film directed by Stanley Kubrick, based on the novel by Howard Fast. The movie tells the story of a slave who leads a revolt against the Roman Empire in 73 BCE. Spartacus is a landmark film for many...3843action,adventure,epic,historical,kirkdouglas,kubrick,revolt,romance,rome,slavery,spartacus,stanleykubrick,swordandsandlesfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/122-tron-legacyhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/53074658Thu, 02 Mar 2023 18:26:17 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased in 2010, Tron: Legacy is the sequel to the 1982 film Tron. The movie follows the story of Sam Flynn, the son of Kevin Flynn, the protagonist of the first Tron movie. The movie is set in the Grid, a digital world created by Kevin Flynn. The...3588daftpunk,disney,film,films,jeffbridges,josephkosinksi,kevinflynn,movie,movies,muisc,samflynn,sciencefiction,scifi,sequel,tron,tronlegacyfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/121-tronhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/52841784Fri, 24 Feb 2023 18:33:20 +0000The Nerd PartyIn 1982, the world was introduced to a groundbreaking science-fiction film called Tron. Directed by Steven Lisberger and produced by Walt Disney Productions, Tron was unlike anything audiences had seen before. It was a movie that used innovative...3895director,disney,film,films,movie,movies,stevenlisberger,tronfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/120-star-trek-vi-the-undiscovered-countryhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/52746156Thu, 16 Feb 2023 06:00:02 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased in 1991, Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country marked the end of the original Star Trek series' run of films. Directed by Nicholas Meyer, who also directed Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, this film is widely considered to be one of the best...3902berlinwall,christopherplummer,coldwar,deforestkelley,director,film,films,klingons,leonardnimoy,movie,movies,nicholasmeyer,startrek,theundiscoveredcountry,williamshatnerfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/119-star-trek-ii-the-wrath-of-khanhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/52683579Thu, 09 Feb 2023 17:16:50 +0000The Nerd PartyThe 1982 classic Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is considered one of the best films in the beloved franchise. The movie follows the classic Star Trek formula of exploration and discovery but adds a thrilling plot and memorable characters to make it...4253action,adventure,director,film,films,movie,movies,navy,nicholasmeyer,revenge,sciencefiction,scifi,startrek,wrathofkhanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/room-of-ramis-118-groundhog-day--52608950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52608950Thu, 02 Feb 2023 06:00:02 +0000The Nerd PartyGroundhog Day is a 1993 American comedy-drama fantasy film directed by Harold Ramis. The film stars Bill Murray as Phil Connors, a cynical television weatherman stuck in a time loop, reliving the same day repeatedly. Throughout the movie, Phil learns...3715andiemcdowell,billmurray,classic,comedy,groundhogday,haroldramis,timeloopfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/117-mad-max-fury-roadhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/52552364Thu, 26 Jan 2023 16:14:37 +0000The Nerd PartyDecades after Thunderdome, Tom Hardy slipped into the role of Max Rockatansky, with Charlize Theron joining him as the original character Furiosa. A box office success and critical darling, we ask in retrospect: Is Fury Road worth following, or a...4514action,cars,charlizetheron,feminism,furyroad,georgemiller,madmax,postapocalyptic,racing,thriller,tomhardy,trucks,wastelandfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/116-mad-max-beyond-thunderdomehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/52498581Fri, 20 Jan 2023 21:46:03 +0000The Nerd PartyOnce again starring Mel Gibson and this time featuring Tina Turner - as well as a chart-topping, Golden Globe-and Grammy-nominated hit song - Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome stood as the final chapter in Max Rockatansky’s saga for decades. A modest...315780s,beyondthunderdome,film,georgemiller,madmax,melgibson,movie,postapocalyptic,thunderdome,tinaturnerfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/115-mad-max-2https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52434534Fri, 13 Jan 2023 18:09:13 +0000The Nerd PartyGeorge Miller returned to the apocalyptic landscape with The Road Warrior/Mad Max 2. Propelling Max Rockatansky further into a collapsed world fighting for resources and desperate for hope, did this 1981 flick kick it up a notch or benefit from home...3864action,carchase,desert,georgemiller,madmax,melgibson,postapocalypticfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-miller-114-mad-max--52365310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52365310Thu, 05 Jan 2023 22:34:48 +0000The Nerd PartyGeorge Miller exploded onto the scene with 1979’s Mad Max, which held a world record for box office success for 20 years. Starring the unknown Mel Gibson, what made this apocalyptic tale such a darling? Was it the script? The editing? The score? Or...3198action,carchase,collapse,dystopian,georgemiller,madmax,melgibson,roadwarrior,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincher/113-rocky-balboahttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/52309045Thu, 29 Dec 2022 18:55:40 +0000The Nerd PartyNearly 20 years after the disappointment of Rocky V, Stallone brought Rocky back for an unexpected sequel about an aging idol trapped by past fame and coming to terms with mortality. But does Rocky Balboa speak to our times, or is it just an early...3742athletics,boxing,fight,fighting,hbo,ppv,rocky,rockybalboa,sports,sylvesterstallonefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-stallone-112-rocky-iv--52260398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52260398Thu, 22 Dec 2022 19:37:55 +0000The Nerd PartySly Stallone never intended Rocky to go beyond a trilogy but directed him back into the ring for a fight that meant more than a title, but a statement on Cold War tensions, the struggle to see the humanity in our opponents, and forgiveness for past...2481apollo,boxing,coldwar,creed,director,fighting,film,films,franchise,movie,rocky,russia,sovietunion,stallone,ussrfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-stallone-111-rocky-iii--52207557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52207557Fri, 16 Dec 2022 19:49:17 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter proving himself with Rocky II, Sylvester Stallone got back in the ring, and the director’s chair, for Rocky III. Launching Mr. T into the stratosphere and making “Eye of the Tiger” a catchphrase for decades ever after, is this pop culture...3865boxing,clubberlang,competition,creed,eyeofthetiger,mrt,rocky,sly,sports,stallone,trainingfalsefullhttps://www.thenerdparty.com/houseoffincherhttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/52126650Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter the hit film and creation of an icon in 1976, Stallone took over the reins as director in 1979 with Rocky II. One major criticism has been that the sequel feels like a redressing of the original. Houselights explores this to find validity or,...3822apollocreed,boxing,championship,creed,rocky,sports,stallonefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-wright-109-the-world-s-end--52072528https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52072528Thu, 01 Dec 2022 22:31:39 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter taking a break to deliver Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Edgar Wright re-teamed with Simon Pegg and Nick Frost in 2013 to try to get audiences to The World’s End. A 6-year gap and successful careers often change the chemistry of artistic teams....2741aliens,comedy,cornettotrilogy,edgarwright,nickfrost,sciencefiction,scifi,simonpeggfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-wright-107-hot-fuzz--51983412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51983412Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:00:02 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter the success of Shaun of the Dead, Edgar Wright continued working with collaborators Simon Pegg and Nick Frost to deliver 2007’s Hot Fuzz. This genre-bending send-up of buddy cop movies found success at the box office, but is it the same comic...2929action,adventure,cop,cornetto,cornettotrilogy,edgarwright,hotfuzz,nickfrost,police,shaunofthedead,simonpeggfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-wright-107-shaun-of-the-dead--51921191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51921191Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:00:02 +0000The Nerd PartyFew modern filmmakers have earned as much respect from fantasy and film fans as Edgar Wright. After a successful run on the cult TV series Spaced, he took on the zombie apocalypse with collaborators Simon Pegg and Nick Frost in 2004’s Shaun of the...3502director,edgarwright,film,films,horror,movie,movies,nickfrost,parody,shaunofthedead,simonpeggfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-bond-106-casino-royale--51867295https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51867295Fri, 11 Nov 2022 21:28:19 +0000The Nerd PartyBond truly went back to basics in 2006’s Casino Royale, featuring Daniel Craig’s debut as 007. Based on Ian Fleming’s first novel, it updated and reconstructed Bond for a modern age. Martin Campbell returned to the franchise to introduce the new Bond...3594action,adventure,bond,danielcraig,evagreen,jamesbond,martincampbell,poker,spy,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-bond-105-goldeneye--51716653
Was this a breath of fresh air, or did it stir the martini?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51716653Fri, 28 Oct 2022 16:20:12 +0000The Nerd PartyMartin Campbell and Pierce Brosnan are finally here as Houselights reviews 1995's "GoldenEye." We continue our "Wing of Bond" as we start in on this soft reboot of the franchise. Was this a breath of fresh air, or did it stir the martini?
Was this a breath of fresh air, or did it stir the martini?]]>4136action,adventure,bond,famkejansen,goldeneye,jamesbond,martincampbell,piercebrosnan,softreboot,spy,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-bond-104-the-living-daylights--51636738https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51636738Thu, 20 Oct 2022 17:54:24 +0000The Nerd PartyTimothy Dalton brings a new spin to James Bond in "The Living Daylights" with the help of John Glen. Dalton only had two outings as our favorite spy. Was this a blessing, or was he unappreciated in his time?4365bond,jamesbond,johnglen,sequel,spy,thelivingdaylights,thriller,timothydaltonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-bond-103-for-your-eyes-only--51577756
This started the perpetual "Just one more" for Roger Moore. Should Moore have quit before this, or was it the mark of something golden?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51577756Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:16:09 +0000The Nerd PartyJohn Glen's directorial debut of "For Your Eyes Only." saved Eon, and some regard it as putting #JamesBond back on track. This started the perpetual "Just one more" for Roger Moore. Should Moore have quit before this, or was it the mark of...
This started the perpetual "Just one more" for Roger Moore. Should Moore have quit before this, or was it the mark of something golden?]]>3637action,bond,british,eon,film,films,jamesbond,johnglen,mgm,movie,movies,rogermoore,spy,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-bond-102-the-man-with-the-golden-gun--51489369
Were audiences right in 1974, or is this Roger Moore vehicle an underrated gem?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51489369Thu, 06 Oct 2022 15:24:42 +0000The Nerd Party10 years after Goldfinger, Guy Hamilton offered one last Bond pic with “The Man with the Golden Gun.”It was a box office misfire that prompted producers to re-evaluate their next steps and almost killed the franchise. Were audiences right in 1974,...
Were audiences right in 1974, or is this Roger Moore vehicle an underrated gem?]]>3900action,bond,film,films,franchise,guyhamilton,jamesbond,movie,movies,rogermoore,sequel,spy,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-bond-101-goldfinger--51419225
Guy Hamilton kicks off our look at different filmmakers' takes on James Bond through the decades with 1964’s "Goldfinger.”

We have commentary GALORE on this seminal work. Does this Goldfinger keep its luster, or has it faded with age?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51419225Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:23:31 +0000The Nerd Party6 films. 5 Bonds. 3 directors. Guy Hamilton kicks off our look at different filmmakers' takes on James Bond through the decades with 1964’s "Goldfinger.” We have commentary GALORE on this seminal work. Does this Goldfinger keep its luster, or...
Guy Hamilton kicks off our look at different filmmakers' takes on James Bond through the decades with 1964’s "Goldfinger.”

We have commentary GALORE on this seminal work. Does this Goldfinger keep its luster, or has it faded with age?]]>3452action,bond,british,film,films,goldfinger,guyhamilton,hero,jamesbond,movie,movies,seanconnery,spy,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/room-of-lang-100-metropolis--51347728
Does this influential sci-fi silent feature hold up to its reputation, or is it a good thing some scenes have been lost to the ages?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51347728Thu, 22 Sep 2022 17:32:33 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Houselights team celebrates 100 episodes! They decided to go back almost 100 years to celebrate 1927's "Metropolis" by Fritz Lang. Does this influential sci-fi silent feature hold up to its reputation, or is it a good thing some scenes have...
Does this influential sci-fi silent feature hold up to its reputation, or is it a good thing some scenes have been lost to the ages?]]>4083android,film,films,german,machine,metropolis,movie,movies,robot,sciencefiction,scifi,silent,silentmoviefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mann-99-the-insider--51202436https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51202436Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:03:45 +0000The Nerd PartyMichael Mann’s The Insider saw him team up again with Al Pacino, this time as the TV producer-journalist who helped expose the deceit undergirding Big Tobacco companies’ business practices. Russell Crowe earned acclaim playing a research...3948alpacino,bigtobacco,director,drama,film,films,insider,intrigue,michaelmann,movie,movies,podcast,retro,review,russelcrowefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mann-98-heat--51098000https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51098000Wed, 31 Aug 2022 22:12:49 +0000The Nerd PartyAl Pacino. Robert DeNiro. Michael Mann cast two of the most respected actors of a generation opposite each other in 1995’s epic crime drama set in Los Angeles. A stellar supporting cast, including Val Kilmer and Ashely Judd, added more energy and...3846action,alpacino,crime,epic,heat,heist,losangeles,michaelmann,robertdeniro,valkilmerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mann-97-the-last-of-the-mohicans--51028534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51028534Thu, 25 Aug 2022 15:17:48 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter 1986’s Manhunter bombed, Michael Mann didn’t return to big screen direction until 1992’s The Last of the Mohicans, a sweeping adaptation of James Fenimore Cooper’s novel that also served as a remake of the 1936 film. Rising star Daniel...4007action,adventure,danielday-lewis,english,film,films,french,indian,lastofthemohicans,michaelmann,mohicans,movie,movies,nativeamerican,periodpiece,thelastofthemohicans,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/room-of-usher-96-mystery-men--50954419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50954419Thu, 18 Aug 2022 20:47:28 +0000The Nerd PartyDitching Demme's "Beloved" due to it being horrifying, we decided to find a one-time director in Kinka Usher and his "Mystery Men." This Schumacher-esque superhero comedy failed at the box office but found a cult following. Was this a hidden gem or...3035adventure,benstiller,comedy,comicbook,comics,hankazaria,kinkausher,mysterymen,scifi,superhero,team,williamhmacyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-demme-95-philadelphia--50897491https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50897491Fri, 12 Aug 2022 15:19:35 +0000The Nerd Party1993’s Philadelphia was intended to make audiences examine their assumptions and perspectives about the homosexual community and the AIDS crisis. It opened to general accolades, won numerous awards, and changed Tom Hanks’ career trajectory. But is...3550denzelwashington,film,films,jonathandemme,movie,movies,philadelphia,tomhanksfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-hannibal-94-manhunter--50803221https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50803221Thu, 04 Aug 2022 05:00:02 +0000The Nerd PartyMichael Mann’s adaptation of Thomas Harris’ Red Dragon, Manhunter, was a box office bomb. Regardless, it’s gone on to hold a place of special reverence and influence for film fans and filmmakers alike. What is it that has made Manhunter such an...4202film,films,hannibal,hanniballecter,horror,manhunter,michaelman,movie,movies,murder,police,thriller,violencefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-hannibal-93-red-dragon--50752369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50752369Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:13:31 +0000The Nerd PartyCritical and audience reception aside, 2001’s “Hannibal” was a massive success. Producers took the hint and went back to the original book to create a prequel so Hopkins could play Lecter one more time alongside Ralph Fiennes and Ed Norton. Is this...3570action,anthonyhopkins,cannibal,ednorton,edwardnorton,film,films,hannibal,horror,movie,movies,psycho,ralphfiennes,reddragon,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wing-of-hannibal-92-hannibal--50661631https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50661631Thu, 21 Jul 2022 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyEager to capitalize on the enduring legacy of Silence of the Lambs, filmmakers tapped Ridley Scott to helm a sequel ten years after Anthony Hopkins captured the filmgoing imagination as Hannibal Lecter. After 15 drafts and Jodi Foster bowing out, did...3588anthonyhopkins,cannibal,film,films,garyoldman,hannibal,horror,juliannemoore,movie,movies,ridleyscottfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-demme-91-the-silence-of-the-lambs--50566735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50566735Thu, 14 Jul 2022 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased in 1991 and turning Sir Anthony Hopkins into a household name, The Silence of the Lambs remains a cultural landmark of filmmaking with an influence that’s lasted decades. Houselights starts its 1990s Demme retrospective with the essential...4162anthonyhopkins,demme,film,films,horror,jodiefoster,movie,movies,pyscho,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-scott-90-1492-conquest-of-paradise--50500771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50500771Thu, 07 Jul 2022 19:22:20 +0000The Nerd Party​500 years after Christopher Columbus helmed a famous voyage to the "New World," studios saw the potential for boffo box office by releasing movies to re-memorialize the anniversary. One of two competing films to flop spectacularly, does 1492 sail...35751492,america,carribean,christophercolumbus,columbus,film,films,historicalfiction,history,movie,movies,newworld,ridleyscottfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-scott-89-the-last-duel--50409515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50409515Thu, 30 Jun 2022 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd Party2021’s The Last Duel was Ridley Scott’s star-studded foray back into historical epics and it was greeted with general acclaim by critics. But theatrical releases still finding their way out of lockdowns and mixed-up marketing hurt its chances to find...3644adamdriver,benaffleck,duel,epic,fighting,film,films,historical,jodiecomer,mattdamon,movie,movies,ridleyscott,thelastduelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-scott-88-kingdom-of-heaven--50325095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50325095Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:48:44 +0000The Nerd PartyOriginally receiving mixed reviews, 2005’s Kingdom of Heaven found new life with a 2006 Director’s Cut. Orlando Bloom anchors this tale set during the 12th Century Crusades exploring the ethical paradoxes which faith and duty sometimes pose....3883crusades,epic,evagreen,fiction,fictional,film,films,historical,historicalfiction,history,movie,movies,orlandobloom,ridleyscottfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-scott-87-gladiator--50271764https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50271764Tue, 21 Jun 2022 01:54:58 +0000The Nerd PartyLoosely inspired by Rome at the end of the Pax Romana, 2000’s seminal crowd-pleaser Gladiator defined Russell Crowe’s career and remains a benchmark for sword-and-sandal epics. Audiences cheered the heroism of a reluctant hero challenging a mad ruler,...4070action,epic,fight,film,films,gladiator,movie,movies,ridleyscott,roman,russellcrowe,slavefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-scott-86-exodus-gods-and-kings--50130534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50130534Thu, 09 Jun 2022 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyUsing state-of-the-art visual effects and 3-D immersion, Ridley Scott brings new life to the story of defiant leader Moses as he rises up against the Egyptian Pharaoh Ramses II, setting 600,000 slaves on a monumental journey of escape from Egypt and...3463action,adventure,bible,biblical,christianbale,egypt,exodus,film,films,joeledgerton,moses,movie,movies,myth,mythology,ramses,ridleyscott,setifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-dante-85-the-howling--50029846
Joe Dante directed "The Howling" in 1981 and so his first film of the 80s is our last. This movie was a financial success and spawned several sequels. But does this connect with the modern audience?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50029846Thu, 02 Jun 2022 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights missed one! Joe Dante directed "The Howling" in 1981 and so his first film of the 80s is our last. This movie was a financial success and spawned several sequels. But does this connect with the modern audience?
Joe Dante directed "The Howling" in 1981 and so his first film of the 80s is our last. This movie was a financial success and spawned several sequels. But does this connect with the modern audience?]]>3631film,films,horror,joedante,monster,movie,movies,thehowling,werewolf,werewolvesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-dante-84-the-burbs--49968910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49968910Fri, 27 May 2022 15:30:32 +0000The Nerd PartyJoe Dante closed out the 1980s with "The 'Burbs," a sendup of suburban life and sensibilities with Tom Hanks still in his comic acting phase, starring as an average man pushed to the brink by suspicions about his new neighbors. With three filmed...3606burbs,carriefisher,comedy,film,films,horror,joedante,movie,movies,suburban,suburbia,theburbs,the'burbs,tomhanksfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-dante-83-innerspace--49864222https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49864222Thu, 19 May 2022 17:06:12 +0000The Nerd PartyFeaturing the charm of Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan and the comedy stylings of Martin Short, Joe Dante’s sci-fi comedy Innerspace spins the concept of Fantastic Voyage into a caper about secret government technology. More than 3 decades later, is it...4050comedy,dennisquaid,film,films,joedante,martinshort,megryan,movie,movies,sciencefiction,scififalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-dante-82-explorers--49786080https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49786080Fri, 13 May 2022 14:25:59 +0000The Nerd PartyOne year after Gremlins, Joe Dante delivered a loving homage to the spirit of invention and imagination with the decidedly kid-friendly Explorers. Starring the up-and-coming Ethan Hawke and River Phoenix, does its loving homage to 1950s sci-fi still...3403aliens,children,ethanhawke,explorers,family,film,films,joedante,kids,movie,movies,riverphoenix,sciencefiction,scifi,spacefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-dante-81-gremlins--49681446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49681446Thu, 05 May 2022 19:23:00 +0000The Nerd PartyJoe Dante’s Gremlins became a phenomenon and merchandising gold mine, but generated enough controversy that it helped give birth to PG-13 as a rating in the US. Does it hold up as a movie nearly 40 years later, or does it find itself trapped in a...341780s,christmas,film,films,gizmo,gremlins,joedante,media,monsters,movie,movies,reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-hughes-80-uncle-buck--49587559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49587559Thu, 28 Apr 2022 19:24:01 +0000The Nerd PartyOne of John Candy’s signature roles, Uncle Buck was the penultimate work of John Hughes’ directing career. While a broad comedy like his earliest works, does it reflect a more mature outlook on life and responsibility?330180s,comedy,film,films,johncandy,johnhughes,movie,movies,unclebuckfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-hughes-79-she-s-having-a-baby--49520132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49520132Fri, 22 Apr 2022 20:34:28 +0000The Nerd PartyOne of John Hughes’ lesser-known works, She’s Having a Baby remains a useful choice in any game of Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon. Looking at how pregnancy changes the dynamic of a couple, is there a reason this one is the forgotten work of a...368180s,alecbaldwin,comedy,johnhughes,kevinbacon,marriage,pregnancy,romance,sheshavingababyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-hughes-78-planes-trains-and-automobiles--49447734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49447734Fri, 15 Apr 2022 19:58:43 +0000The Nerd PartyLooking to break away from high school adventure stories, John Hughes wrote and directed a story fictionalizing something he knew from his ad agency life: the commute home from New York to Chicago. Steve Martin and John Candy journey together in a...3670chicago,comedy,film,films,johncandy,johnhughes,movie,movies,planestrainsandautomobiles,roadmovie,roadtrip,stevemartin,travelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-hughes-77-ferris-bueller-s-day-off--49355008https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49355008Thu, 07 Apr 2022 15:51:25 +0000The Nerd PartyMatthew Broderick became a household name thanks to John Hughes’ fantasy tale of a high school boy who can’t lose no matter what brash choices he makes. Acting as a love letter to the city of Chicago, does the film still resonate?3602alanruck,comedy,film,films,fourthwall,highschool,johnhughes,matthewbroderick,miasara,movie,movies,saveferris,teenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-hughes-76-weird-science--49259025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49259025Thu, 31 Mar 2022 05:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyJohn Hughes returns to raunchy adult comedy with teenage boys as the focus, their libidos powering a strange experiment that brings a sexual fantasy to life. Is it a step forward, or a cynical step back?348580s,anthonymichaelhall,chicago,comedy,film,films,johnhughes,kellylebrock,movie,movies,sciencefiction,weirdsciencefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-hughes-75-the-breakfast-club--49186579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49186579Thu, 24 Mar 2022 16:19:53 +0000The Nerd PartyPerhaps John Hughes’ signature work, the story of several high school malcontents in detention struggling to understand each other and themselves has remained a cultural touchstone for decades. Does it hold up for modern audiences, or is its...393180s,allysheedy,anthonymichaelhall,bratpack,comedy,detention,drama,emilioestevez,film,films,highschool,johnhughes,mollyringwald,movie,movies,teenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-hughes-74-sixteen-candles--49034122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49034122Fri, 11 Mar 2022 21:44:15 +0000The Nerd PartyWith his first film, John Hughes exploded onto the scene, not just capturing but shaping the zeitgeist of 1980s teen cinema. Houselights looks back on a film awash in nostalgia but regarded as problematic in execution, and debates what value there is...281880s,comedy,dance,director,fillmmaker,film,films,highschool,johnhughes,mollyringwald,movie,movies,sixteencandles,teenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mctiernan-73-the-thirteenth-warrior--48936294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48936294Thu, 03 Mar 2022 15:55:28 +0000The Nerd PartyReleased 21 days after The Thomas Crown Affair, this adaptation of Michael Crichton’s Eaters of the Dead starred Antonio Banderas and caused Omar Sharif to temporarily retire in disappointment. A big-budget bomb, Houselights closes out the House of...3850action,antoniobanderas,cannibalism,director,directors,film,films,johnmctiernan,michaelcrichton,movie,movies,novel,score,screenplay,soundtrack,valhalla,vikingsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mctiernan-72-the-thomas-crown-affair--48857773https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48857773Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:12:57 +0000The Nerd PartyStarring Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo, this remake of Norman Jewison’s 1968 film was looking to be a surefire hit in the summer of 1999. But there was, fittingly, a twist only M. Night Shyamalan could write: Another box office sensation waiting to...3430art,director,film,films,heist,johnmctiernan,movie,movies,piercebrosnan,renerusso,romancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mctiernan-71-die-hard-with-a-vengeance--48772484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48772484Thu, 17 Feb 2022 16:29:38 +0000The Nerd PartySearching for a hit and retooling a good script, John McTiernan reteamed with Bruce Willis to salve the let-down of Harlin’s Die Hard 2 with "Die Hard with a Vengeance". Attaching Sam Jackson and Jeremy Irons, did they create new magic or dilute the...3710brucewillis,direction,director,film,films,johnmctiernan,movie,movies,samjackson,samueljacksonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mctiernan-70-last-action-hero--48675163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48675163Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:43:25 +0000The Nerd PartyGrab your magic ticket and break the 4th wall to revisit Arnold Schwarzenneger flexing his muscles and clout to make a star-studded action-comedy, helmed by John McTiernan. Powered by high-profile talent and one of the biggest box-office draws...3292action,adventure,arnold,arnoldschwarzeneggar,director,film,films,fourthwall,johnmctiernan,movie,moviesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mctiernan-69-medicine-man--48564178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48564178Thu, 03 Feb 2022 06:00:04 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights goes off the beaten path to discover Sean Connery in John McTiernan's film "Medicine Man." Did they discover a lost classic full of chemistry or a ruinous rainforest excursion?2984cancer,drugs,forest,forrest,indigenous,johnmctiernan,jungle,lorainebracco,medicineman,pharamacy,pharma,rainforest,rainforrest,seanconneryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mctiernan-68-the-hunt-for-red-october--48459603https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48459603Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:56:33 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights enters the House of McTiernan with his work from the 90s. The classic "The Hunt for Red October," is first up and we ask that you give us one ping only, please.4118alecbaldwin,coldwar,film,films,johnmctiernan,military,movie,movies,russia,seanconnery,submarine,ussr,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-burton-67-sleepy-hollow--48378127
A creepy and genuinely funny movie with a powerhouse of cast makes this a go-to every Halloween.

Listen to our take.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48378127Thu, 20 Jan 2022 16:31:33 +0000The Nerd PartyIn Houselights final Tim Burton film of the 90s, we travel to the town of "Sleepy Hollow." A creepy and genuinely funny movie with a powerhouse of cast makes this a go-to every Halloween. Listen to our take.
A creepy and genuinely funny movie with a powerhouse of cast makes this a go-to every Halloween.

Listen to our take.]]>3458action,burton,film,films,halloween,horror,johnny,johnnydepp,movie,movies,sleepyhollow,timburtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-burton-66-mars-attacks--48297149
Does this homage to B-movie sci-fi films of the past hold up or should it have never left the 90s?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48297149Fri, 14 Jan 2022 17:21:24 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week, Houselights discusses Tim Burton's "Mars Attacks!" Does this homage to B-movie sci-fi films of the past hold up or should it have never left the 90s?
Does this homage to B-movie sci-fi films of the past hold up or should it have never left the 90s?]]>3329aliens,director,film,films,mars,marsattacks,movie,movies,sciencefiction,scifi,timburtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-burton-65-ed-wood--48183258
@DrScifi, @kesseljunkie, and @TheInsaneRobin take a look at this film about bad films.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48183258Thu, 06 Jan 2022 06:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyTim Burton's "Ed Wood" is beloved by critics but was a massive box office failure. The opening credits cost more than the original Ed Wood's "Plan 9." @DrScifi, @kesseljunkie, and @TheInsaneRobin take a look at this film about bad films.
@DrScifi, @kesseljunkie, and @TheInsaneRobin take a look at this film about bad films.]]>3429biopic,direction,director,dracula,edwood,film,films,martinlandau,movie,movies,oscar,plan9,timburtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-burton-64-batman-returns--48110677
Tim Burton's final directorial outing with Batman is extremely polarizing in the fanbase.

Where is it in your rankings? Listen to our take.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48110677Thu, 30 Dec 2021 16:12:08 +0000The Nerd PartyThe last Houselights episode of 2021 discusses the superhero Christmas classic "Batman Returns." Tim Burton's final directorial outing with Batman is extremely polarizing in the fanbase. Where is it in your rankings? Listen to our take.
Tim Burton's final directorial outing with Batman is extremely polarizing in the fanbase.

Where is it in your rankings? Listen to our take.]]>3774batman,batmanreturns,catwoman,dc,film,films,movie,movies,penguin,sequel,superhero,timburtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-burton-63-edward-scissorhands--48039543
@drscifi @kesseljunkie & @theinsanerobin are going to spend the next several weeks exploring 90s Tim Burton. So prepare for things to get asymmetrical.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48039543Thu, 23 Dec 2021 17:48:40 +0000The Nerd PartyMerry Christmas Eve Eve to all! And what better way to celebrate than listening to Houselights' podcast about the holiday tale of Edward Scissorhands. @drscifi @kesseljunkie & @theinsanerobin are going to spend the next several weeks exploring 90s...
@drscifi @kesseljunkie & @theinsanerobin are going to spend the next several weeks exploring 90s Tim Burton. So prepare for things to get asymmetrical.]]>3557burton,dark,edwardscissorhands,fantasy,film,films,movie,movies,surburbia,timburton,twistedfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-proyas-62-dark-city--47951133
A bizarre film that doesn't spoon-feed the audience and shares a lot of themes with and gets overshadowed by #TheMatrix.

Does this earn its cult status or should it be left in the 90s?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47951133Thu, 16 Dec 2021 19:54:57 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights' last Alex Proyas #film is "Dark City." A bizarre film that doesn't spoon-feed the audience and shares a lot of themes with and gets overshadowed by #TheMatrix. Does this earn its cult status or should it be left in the 90s?
A bizarre film that doesn't spoon-feed the audience and shares a lot of themes with and gets overshadowed by #TheMatrix.

Does this earn its cult status or should it be left in the 90s?]]>3744alexproyas,cinema,dark,darkcity,director,fantasy,film,films,matrix,movie,movies,proyas,sciencefiction,scifi,thematrixfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-proyas-61-the-crow--47854024
How do you feel about the film this many years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47854024Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:00:24 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Crow - A dark avenger with an avian chaperone. Our next chapter of Houselights is with Alex Proyas as we go way back to the 90s and discuss this cult classic and, of course, its soundtrack. How do you feel about the film this many years later?
How do you feel about the film this many years later?]]>3299accident,alexproyas,brandonlee,crow,cultclassic,fantasy,film,films,movie,movies,revenge,thecrowfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-miyazaki-60-kiki-s-delivery-service--47759936
Listen to us talk about how we liked Kiki and even how some of our kids did.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47759936Thu, 02 Dec 2021 20:46:09 +0000The Nerd PartyKiki's Delivery Service is our last Miyazaki film on Houselights. @drscifi took a broom, @kesseljunkie flew a dirigible, and @theisanerobin just hailed a cab to Koriko. Listen to us talk about how we liked Kiki and even how some of our kids did.
Listen to us talk about how we liked Kiki and even how some of our kids did.]]>3376animation,anime,cartoon,japan,japanese,japanimation,kikisdeliveryservice,magic,miyazaki,spells,witch,witchcraftfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-miyazaki-59-my-neighbor-totoro--47639846
Listen to Houselights to find out.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47639846Wed, 24 Nov 2021 17:12:48 +0000The Nerd PartyMy Neighbor Totoro could be Miyazaki's most beloved work. It's even the logo of Studio Ghibli. So how does it hold up after this many years and what is it like to new viewers? Listen to Houselights to find out.
Listen to Houselights to find out.]]>3199animation,cartoon,child,children,fantasy,film,films,japanese,japanimation,kid,miyazaki,movie,movies,totorofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-miyazaki-58-castle-in-the-sky--47562549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47562549Fri, 19 Nov 2021 19:35:19 +0000The Nerd PartyIn our second outing with #Miyazaki, Castle in the Sky features kids with a magic crystal racing against pirates in a search for a legendary floating castle. Listen to hear the Houselights take on this #animation classic.2660animation,cartoon,childrens,fantasy,film,films,japan,japanese,japanimation,kids,miyazaki,movie,movies,scififalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-miyazaki-57-nausicaa-of-the-valley-of-the-wind--47447973
Does this anime transcend the genre or is it only for niche fans? Listen to hear our take on Houselights.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47447973Fri, 12 Nov 2021 20:39:06 +0000The Nerd PartyNausicaä of the Valley of the Wind is beloved by many and the film that is considered to kickoff Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli. Does this anime transcend the genre or is it only for niche fans? Listen to hear our take on Houselights.
Does this anime transcend the genre or is it only for niche fans? Listen to hear our take on Houselights.]]>3190animation,anime,conservation,fantasy,film,films,japan,japanese,japanimation,miyazaki,movie,movies,nausiacaa,science,sciencefiction,sci-fifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-56-the-rainmaker--47300581
But before that happens listen to @kesseljunkie and @drscifi talk this oft-forgotten legal drama.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47300581Thu, 04 Nov 2021 05:00:07 +0000The Nerd Party"The Rainmaker" finishes out our 90s Coppola segment and from there we move on to 80s Miyazaki! But before that happens listen to @kesseljunkie and @drscifi talk this oft-forgotten legal drama.
But before that happens listen to @kesseljunkie and @drscifi talk this oft-forgotten legal drama.]]>2835coppola,dannydevito,directing,director,film,filmmaking,films,francisfordcoppola,law,legal,mattdamon,movie,moviesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-55-jack--47081358
Where do you land on 1996's Jack? Listen to hear us talk behind the scenes and more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47081358Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:31:18 +0000The Nerd PartyRobin Williams embodied childlike wonder but do you remember when he did it literally? Francis Ford Coppola wanted to work with his friend and so they made it happen with "Jack." Many have criticized the movie over the years but Coppola stands by it....
Where do you land on 1996's Jack? Listen to hear us talk behind the scenes and more.]]>366990s,comedy,coppola,discussion,film,filmmaking,films,francisfordcoppola,jack,movie,movies,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-54-bram-stoker-s-dracula--46964231
How do you feel about his interpretation this many years later? Nostalgic hit or tragic mess? Listen to our take.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46964231Thu, 14 Oct 2021 05:00:13 +0000The Nerd PartyCoppola's Dracula is a ... unique experience. Whether you love it or hate it, you have to admit that it has a distinct style. How do you feel about his interpretation this many years later? Nostalgic hit or tragic mess? Listen to our take.
How do you feel about his interpretation this many years later? Nostalgic hit or tragic mess? Listen to our take.]]>3432bramstoker,director,dracula,francisfordcoppola,horror,keanu,movie,moviesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-53-the-godfather-part-iii-coda--46867224
Does his recut of the film enhance the experience or does nothing cover up Sofia Coppola?

Listen to find out.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46867224Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:15:47 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights swing back to Francis Ford Coppola and tackle the 90s. First up, Godfather Part III, specifically the recut made in 2020. Does his recut of the film enhance the experience or does nothing cover up Sofia Coppola? Listen to find out.
Does his recut of the film enhance the experience or does nothing cover up Sofia Coppola?

Listen to find out.]]>5073alpacino,coppola,crime,dianekeaton,film,godfather,mafia,movie,movies,sequel,trilogyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-spielberg-52-ready-player-one--46746463
Listen and hear perspectives from hosts who have and haven't read the book]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46746463Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:07 +0000The Nerd PartyReady Player One is our last film to analyze of Spielberg's works. Did it honor the book or did it gloss over too much to fit in too tight of a window? Listen and hear perspectives from hosts who have and haven't read the book
Listen and hear perspectives from hosts who have and haven't read the book]]>3841action,film,filmmaking,movie,movies,readyplayerone,sciencefiction,spielberg,stevenspielbergfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-spielberg-51-minority-report--46641671
What do you think of this 19-year-old film?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46641671Thu, 23 Sep 2021 05:00:16 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week we tackle the 2002 classic "Minority Report." Whether Spielberg knew it or not, he would shape the future of fictional technology for decades. At the height of his action hero prowess, Tom Cruise runs right off the screen! What do you...
What do you think of this 19-year-old film?]]>4105action,director,film,films,future,minorityreport,movie,movies,philipkdick,phillipkdick,sciencefiction,scifi,shortstory,spielberg,stevenspielberg,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-spielberg-50-amistad--46550950
It was overshadowed by "Titanic" upon its release but how do you feel about this film 24 years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46550950Thu, 16 Sep 2021 17:30:08 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week, Houselights tackles the often forgotten but extremely powerful "Amistad" from Steven Spielberg. It was overshadowed by "Titanic" upon its release but how do you feel about this film 24 years later?
It was overshadowed by "Titanic" upon its release but how do you feel about this film 24 years later?]]>4021africa,amistad,film,films,historical,history,movie,movies,slavery,spielberg,stevenspielbergfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-spielberg-49-always--46448035https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46448035Thu, 09 Sep 2021 18:33:19 +0000The Nerd PartyNobody talks about Steven Spielberg's "Always" but of course, Houselights is this week. Dreyfus, Goodman, Hunter, how could anything go wrong? Listen as we discuss what does and doesn't work in this firefighting dalliance with the afterlife.3540afterlife,always,directing,film,films,fire,flight,flying,forrestfires,hollyhunter,johngoodman,movie,movies,stevenspielbergfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-spielberg-48-the-sugarland-express--46237914
We sure didn't. This week we start our sojourn into Spielberg's films but choose one from each decade that not many discuss. This was our first viewing and hear us dissect the film and the early methods of a future master.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46237914Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:17 +0000The Nerd PartyDoes anyone remember Steven Spielberg's "The Sugarland Express"? We sure didn't. This week we start our sojourn into Spielberg's films but choose one from each decade that not many discuss. This was our first viewing and hear us dissect the film...
We sure didn't. This week we start our sojourn into Spielberg's films but choose one from each decade that not many discuss. This was our first viewing and hear us dissect the film and the early methods of a future master.]]>302970s,carchase,chase,director,film,goldiehawn,movie,movies,production,speilberg,stevenspielbergfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-47-apocalypse-now--46158645
Does this film hold up for you?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46158645Thu, 19 Aug 2021 15:35:33 +0000The Nerd PartyApocalypse Now took 16 months to shoot, two years to edit, and there are three different versions. This week, Darren, John, and Tristan review the Final Cut and discuss the changes around the three as well as tons of behind-the-scenes information....
Does this film hold up for you?]]>4367action,directing,direction,film,francisfordcoppola,horror,marlonbrando,movie,vietnam,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-46-the-godfather-part-ii--46072269
Francis Ford Coppola's sequel has been called the greatest movie of all time and the greatest sequel of all time. John and Tristan grew up with it but Darren had never seen it. Listen to hear us talk about old and new perspectives.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46072269Thu, 12 Aug 2021 20:48:11 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Godfather Part II has arrived. Francis Ford Coppola's sequel has been called the greatest movie of all time and the greatest sequel of all time. John and Tristan grew up with it but Darren had never seen it. Listen to hear us talk about old...
Francis Ford Coppola's sequel has been called the greatest movie of all time and the greatest sequel of all time. John and Tristan grew up with it but Darren had never seen it. Listen to hear us talk about old and new perspectives.]]>3585alpacino,classic,crime,direction,director,film,francisfordcoppola,godfather,mafia,mobster,moviefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-45-the-conversation--45979852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45979852Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:39:22 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week, Houselights tackles the often forgotten but critics darling, "The Conversation." Francis Ford Coppola once said this was his favorite film that he made. Two of our hosts had never seen it so listen to hear if this 70s enigma holds up...380870s,film,francisfordcoppola,genehackman,movie,movies,murder,spy,surveillance,theconversation,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-coppola-44-the-godfather--45892084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45892084Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:05:15 +0000The Nerd PartyOne of the highest praised films of all time "The Godfather" graces your feed today.. 70s Francis Ford Coppola is the next round of films for Houselights. Join John, Tristan, and Darren (who's never seen it before) as they discuss this classic.3777alpacino,crime,film,francisfordcoppola,gangster,marlonbrando,mobster,movie,thegodfatherfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-brooks-43-young-frankenstein--45801264
This week we tackle the other Mel Brooks 1974 classic. John and Tristan share nostalgic memories of the black and white gem as well as a lot of behind-the-scenes information.

Where did you first see this film?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45801264Thu, 22 Jul 2021 15:29:07 +0000The Nerd PartyIt's pronounced Young Frankenstein! This week we tackle the other Mel Brooks 1974 classic. John and Tristan share nostalgic memories of the black and white gem as well as a lot of behind-the-scenes information. Where did you first see this film?
This week we tackle the other Mel Brooks 1974 classic. John and Tristan share nostalgic memories of the black and white gem as well as a lot of behind-the-scenes information.

Where did you first see this film?]]>3490classic,comedy,film,genewilder,homage,humor,melbrooks,monster,movie,universal,youngfrankensteinfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-brooks-42-blazing-saddles--45699113
We beg you to listen and find out what happens.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45699113Thu, 15 Jul 2021 05:00:02 +0000The Nerd PartyOur Godfather review is coming in two weeks! But in the meantime, we're talking about two movies from 1974 directed by Mel Brooks. First, Blazing Saddles. John has it memorized and Tristan has never seen it before. We beg you to listen and find out...
We beg you to listen and find out what happens.]]>4102bigotry,blazingsaddles,film,melbrooks,movie,movies,racism,satire,spoof,westernfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-cameron-41-avatar--45626786
It has become fashionable lately (just like Titanic) to disregard the film's accomplishments but how do you guys feel? Always loved, never liked, grown to love or hate?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45626786Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:19:21 +0000The Nerd PartyIn Houselights final entry into their journey of James Cameron films, they take a deep and honest dive into the highest grossing film of all time: Avatar. It has become fashionable lately (just like Titanic) to disregard the film's accomplishments...
It has become fashionable lately (just like Titanic) to disregard the film's accomplishments but how do you guys feel? Always loved, never liked, grown to love or hate?]]>4031avatar,boxoffice,cgi,film,jamescameron,movie,scifi,technologyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-cameron-40-titanic--45518385
It's hard to find someone who hasn't seen this gargantuan blockbuster that went way over time and budget. This week, the Houselights crew dives deep to figure out what holds up and what doesn't.

What do you think of this film 24 years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45518385Thu, 01 Jul 2021 05:00:14 +0000The Nerd PartyJames Cameron's "Titanic" broke records as well as our hearts. It's hard to find someone who hasn't seen this gargantuan blockbuster that went way over time and budget. This week, the Houselights crew dives deep to figure out what holds up and...
It's hard to find someone who hasn't seen this gargantuan blockbuster that went way over time and budget. This week, the Houselights crew dives deep to figure out what holds up and what doesn't.

What do you think of this film 24 years later?]]>4114blockbuster,drama,epic,fiction,film,historical,jamescameron,movie,romance,titanicfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-cameron-39-true-lies--45427056
This was a departure for James Cameron and the last collaboration he had with Schwarzenegger but it turned out to be fruitful.

We live in a different world than when this was released, does it hold up? Listen to hear our take.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45427056Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:13:58 +0000The Nerd PartyThe action-comedy "True Lies" is up next for Houselights. This was a departure for James Cameron and the last collaboration he had with Schwarzenegger but it turned out to be fruitful. We live in a different world than when this was released,...
This was a departure for James Cameron and the last collaboration he had with Schwarzenegger but it turned out to be fruitful.

We live in a different world than when this was released, does it hold up? Listen to hear our take.]]>3666action,arnold,comedy,film,jamescameron,jamieleecurtis,movies,schwarzenegger,trueliesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-cameron-38-terminator-2--45345728
Houselights explore James Cameron's "Terminator 2."

Does the film hold up or do just the effects get past the apocalypse?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45345728Thu, 17 Jun 2021 20:41:28 +0000The Nerd PartyJudgement Day is here! Houselights explore James Cameron's "Terminator 2." Does the film hold up or do just the effects get past the apocalypse?
Houselights explore James Cameron's "Terminator 2."

Does the film hold up or do just the effects get past the apocalypse?]]>4111apocaplypse,arnold,jamescameron,judgmentday,lindahamilton,sciencefiction,terminatorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-cameron-37-the-abyss--45247636
This James Cameron film is not his most famous but could be his most beloved.

Your Houselights crew takes a deep dive this week and wants to know what you think of The Abyss.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45247636Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:42:55 +0000The Nerd PartyThe movie analysis you've all been waiting for: The Abyss. This James Cameron film is not his most famous but could be his most beloved. Your Houselights crew takes a deep dive this week and wants to know what you think of The Abyss.
This James Cameron film is not his most famous but could be his most beloved.

Your Houselights crew takes a deep dive this week and wants to know what you think of The Abyss.]]>4772edharris,film,jamescameron,movie,movies,sciencefiction,scifi,theabyssfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-cameron-36-aliens--45127745
We couldn't be more excited to discuss this classic and how it can even be perceived as improving on the first one.

What's your take on this sci-fi sequel?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45127745Wed, 02 Jun 2021 05:00:04 +0000The Nerd PartyThis time there's more ... to listen to! Because Houselights is talking all about James Cameron's "Aliens"! We couldn't be more excited to discuss this classic and how it can even be perceived as improving on the first one. What's your take on...
We couldn't be more excited to discuss this classic and how it can even be perceived as improving on the first one.

What's your take on this sci-fi sequel?]]>4115alien,aliens,jamescameron,ridleyscott,ripley,sciencefiction,scififalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-cameron-35-the-terminator--45078838
In our first episode of James Cameron films, we discuss the merits of "The Terminator" and how it changed the game while at the same time might fall short by today's standards.

Listen to hear our take.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45078838Fri, 28 May 2021 15:11:41 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights has now opened to door to House of Cameron! In our first episode of James Cameron films, we discuss the merits of "The Terminator" and how it changed the game while at the same time might fall short by today's standards. Listen to...
In our first episode of James Cameron films, we discuss the merits of "The Terminator" and how it changed the game while at the same time might fall short by today's standards.

Listen to hear our take.]]>3890cyborg,film,jamescameron,movies,robots,sciencefiction,scifi,theterminatorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-34-isle-of-dogs--44916556
Listen to hear our take.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44916556Thu, 20 May 2021 05:00:17 +0000The Nerd PartyWe finish our journey into Wes Anderson's works with "Isle of Dogs." A beautiful picture with great characters and several ear-to-ear grinning moments. But how does the story hold up? Listen to hear our take.
Listen to hear our take.]]>3256animation,claymation,director,film,isleofdogs,movies,stopmotion,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-33-the-grand-budapest-hotel--44794826
This week John Mills and Tristan Riddell visit the hotel and dissect what makes this movie beloved even by non-Anderson film fans.

Where does this movie rank on your list?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44794826Thu, 13 May 2021 16:47:48 +0000The Nerd Party"The Grand Budapest Hotel" is Wes Anderson's most commercially successful film to date. But why? This week John Mills and Tristan Riddell visit the hotel and dissect what makes this movie beloved even by non-Anderson film fans. Where does this...
This week John Mills and Tristan Riddell visit the hotel and dissect what makes this movie beloved even by non-Anderson film fans.

Where does this movie rank on your list?]]>3456behindthescenes,bts,comedy,director,drama,film,filmmaking,movie,period,periodpiece,thegrandbudapesthotel,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-32-moonrise-kingdom--44651485
Two child leads defy the odds and find a way to be together. But did they find a way into the audiences' heart?

Listen to hear our take.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44651485Thu, 06 May 2021 05:00:09 +0000The Nerd PartyWes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom was the beginning of his modern style, which surprisingly was his first throwback to an earlier time. Two child leads defy the odds and find a way to be together. But did they find a way into the audiences' heart?...
Two child leads defy the odds and find a way to be together. But did they find a way into the audiences' heart?

Listen to hear our take.]]>3667billmurray,brucewillis,edwardnorton,film,francismcdormand,moonrisekingdom,movie,podcast,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-31-fantastic-mr-fox--44563748
George Clooney and Meryl Streep lend their gravitas to an otherwise quirky and whimsical mashup of humor and danger.

How do you view this film 12 years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44563748Thu, 29 Apr 2021 21:12:24 +0000The Nerd PartyWes Anderson's first foray into animation was a joy and a delight. It connected with critics and fans but not to a general audience. George Clooney and Meryl Streep lend their gravitas to an otherwise quirky and whimsical mashup of humor and...
George Clooney and Meryl Streep lend their gravitas to an otherwise quirky and whimsical mashup of humor and danger.

How do you view this film 12 years later?]]>3713animation,claymation,fantasticmrfox,film,movie,podcast,stopmotion,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-30-the-darjeeling-limited--44427908
This week, Houselights takes a ride on the Wes Anderson rails and tries to figure out what went right and what went wrong.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44427908Thu, 22 Apr 2021 05:00:14 +0000The Nerd PartyDarjeeling Limited was a great collection of moments but was it a great movie? This week, Houselights takes a ride on the Wes Anderson rails and tries to figure out what went right and what went wrong.
This week, Houselights takes a ride on the Wes Anderson rails and tries to figure out what went right and what went wrong.]]>3074adrienbrody,film,movie,movies,owenwilson,thedarjeelinglimited,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-29-the-life-aquatic-with-steve-zissou--44346659
This movie is full of whimsy, family drama, Jaguar sharks, and even stop-motion animation. We're here to dissect it this week.

How do you feel about this movie 17 years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44346659Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:59:21 +0000The Nerd PartyThe Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou swam into our hearts but sadly not into box office gold or critic adulation. This movie is full of whimsy, family drama, Jaguar sharks, and even stop-motion animation. We're here to dissect it this week. How do...
This movie is full of whimsy, family drama, Jaguar sharks, and even stop-motion animation. We're here to dissect it this week.

How do you feel about this movie 17 years later?]]>3533animation,billmurray,film,lifeaquatic,movie,movies,ocean,stopmotion,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-28-the-royal-tenenbaums--44258231
The Royal Tenenbaums holds a special place in many people's hearts and shows the director's growth in balancing whimsy, humor, as well as personal drama.

How do you feel about this film 20 years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44258231Thu, 08 Apr 2021 15:38:57 +0000The Nerd PartyYour favorite Wes Anderson dysfunctional family is front and center in today's episode! The Royal Tenenbaums holds a special place in many people's hearts and shows the director's growth in balancing whimsy, humor, as well as personal drama. How...
The Royal Tenenbaums holds a special place in many people's hearts and shows the director's growth in balancing whimsy, humor, as well as personal drama.

How do you feel about this film 20 years later?]]>3380anderson,family,film,movie,movies,owenwilson,theroyaltenenbaums,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-anderson-27-rushmore-bottle-rocket--44152372
Prepare for music from the 70s as well as the color yellow. This week we tackle "Rushmore" but open with a few thoughts on his first film "Bottle Rocket."

What do you think of Rushmore this many years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44152372Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:40:40 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights transitions from Christopher Nolan to Wes Anderson! Prepare for music from the 70s as well as the color yellow. This week we tackle "Rushmore" but open with a few thoughts on his first film "Bottle Rocket." What do you think of...
Prepare for music from the 70s as well as the color yellow. This week we tackle "Rushmore" but open with a few thoughts on his first film "Bottle Rocket."

What do you think of Rushmore this many years later?]]>3805anderson,billmurray,bottle,bottlerocket,film,movie,movies,owenwilson,rocket,rushmore,wesandersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-26-tenet--44063122
Many believed it to be too confusing for its own good. Others had a hard time even understanding what they were even saying. But a good portion of the audience was blown away.

What did you think of this mind-bending sci-fi epic?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44063122Fri, 26 Mar 2021 15:39:55 +0000The Nerd PartyHouselights tackle Christopher Nolan's latest with "Tenet." Many believed it to be too confusing for its own good. Others had a hard time even understanding what they were even saying. But a good portion of the audience was blown away. What did...
Many believed it to be too confusing for its own good. Others had a hard time even understanding what they were even saying. But a good portion of the audience was blown away.

What did you think of this mind-bending sci-fi epic?]]>3295action,christophernolan,epic,film,movie,nolan,podcast,robertpattinson,sci-fifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-25-dunkirk--43845315
How do you feel about this WWII epic?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43845315Thu, 11 Mar 2021 18:30:11 +0000The Nerd PartyDunkirk is over an hour shorter than Interstellar but packs an incredible amount of action in a short period of time. Being his first movie based on a true story, he was still able to find a way to cut in a non-linear fashion. How do you feel about...
How do you feel about this WWII epic?]]>4373action,christophernolan,dunkirk,film,movie,movies,nolan,tomhardy,war,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-24-interstellar--43726371
After finishing the wildly successful Dark Knight trilogy, Nolan refused to stay grounded and made his own 2001.

How do you feel this movie holds up today?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43726371Thu, 04 Mar 2021 06:00:03 +0000The Nerd PartyYou can't quantify how much we love Nolan's "Interstellar," but we're going to try. After finishing the wildly successful Dark Knight trilogy, Nolan refused to stay grounded and made his own 2001. How do you feel this movie holds up today?
After finishing the wildly successful Dark Knight trilogy, Nolan refused to stay grounded and made his own 2001.

How do you feel this movie holds up today?]]>4438annehathaway,christophernolan,film,imax,interstellar,movie,nolan,relativity,science,sciencefiction,sci-fi,spacefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-23-the-dark-knight-rises--43637598
Houselights is here to discuss the ending to the greatest superhero trilogy of all time "The Dark Knight Rises!"

In this hotly contested film, but beloved by many, we dissect what worked, what didn't, and what needed to be streamlined.

How do you view Nolan's TDKR nine years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43637598Thu, 25 Feb 2021 17:44:42 +0000The Nerd Party🔥THE FIRE RISES!🔥 Houselights is here to discuss the ending to the greatest superhero trilogy of all time "The Dark Knight Rises!" In this hotly contested film, but beloved by many, we dissect what worked, what didn't, and what needed to be...
Houselights is here to discuss the ending to the greatest superhero trilogy of all time "The Dark Knight Rises!"

In this hotly contested film, but beloved by many, we dissect what worked, what didn't, and what needed to be streamlined.

How do you view Nolan's TDKR nine years later?]]>3861bane,batman,brucewayne,catwoman,christophernolan,film,movies,nolan,tdk,tdkr,thedarkknight,thedarkknightrisesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-22-inception--43534270
"Inception" barrels in this week just like a train at an intersection. With DiCaprio and Christopher Nolan's only collaboration to date, your Houselights hosts dissect what's real, what isn't, and what's good.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43534270Thu, 18 Feb 2021 22:38:21 +0000The Nerd PartyBWAAAAAM!!!!! "Inception" barrels in this week just like a train at an intersection. With DiCaprio and Christopher Nolan's only collaboration to date, your Houselights hosts dissect what's real, what isn't, and what's good.
"Inception" barrels in this week just like a train at an intersection. With DiCaprio and Christopher Nolan's only collaboration to date, your Houselights hosts dissect what's real, what isn't, and what's good.]]>4522christophernolan,dicaprio,dream,editing,film,inception,movie,movies,nolan,score,soundtrackfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-21-the-dark-knight--43407176
Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight" flew into theaters, broke box office records, and was a great story on top of it.

How do you feel about this #Batman #movie13 years later?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43407176Thu, 11 Feb 2021 20:27:14 +0000The Nerd PartyThis week your hosts discuss what is arguably the greatest superhero #film of all time! Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight" flew into theaters, broke box office records, and was a great story on top of it. How do you feel about this #Batman...
Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight" flew into theaters, broke box office records, and was a great story on top of it.

How do you feel about this #Batman #movie13 years later?]]>5984batman,christophernolan,comic,comicbook,darkknight,film,joker,movie,nolan,superhero,tdkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-20-the-prestige--43290723https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43290723Thu, 04 Feb 2021 20:47:22 +0000The Nerd PartyFollowing up after the success of "Batman Begins," Christopher Nolan brings his now mind-bending signature to the magical masterpiece "The Prestige." Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Scarlett Johansson, and Michael Caine bring their A-game and so do your...2193falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-19-batman-begins--43169949
As Christopher Nolan fans as well as Batman fans, your hosts have the best time analyzing what is arguably the start to the best superhero trilogy of all time.

Listen to hear us talk about this film's impact on moviemaking as well as pop culture.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43169949Thu, 28 Jan 2021 19:50:06 +0000The Nerd PartyBatman Begins is finally here on Houselights! As Christopher Nolan fans as well as Batman fans, your hosts have the best time analyzing what is arguably the start to the best superhero trilogy of all time. Listen to hear us talk about this...
As Christopher Nolan fans as well as Batman fans, your hosts have the best time analyzing what is arguably the start to the best superhero trilogy of all time.

Listen to hear us talk about this film's impact on moviemaking as well as pop culture.]]>4073batman,batmanbegins,christophernolan,film,filmmaking,movies,nolan,thedarkknight,trilogyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-18-insomnia--43037228
This week, your Houselights crew analyzes why this does and doesn't feel like a Nolan film.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43037228Thu, 21 Jan 2021 06:00:05 +0000The Nerd PartyWhen you think Christopher Nolan, you don't immediately think of "Insomnia" starring Al Pacino, Robin Williams, and Hillary Swank. This week, your Houselights crew analyzes why this does and doesn't feel like a Nolan film.
This week, your Houselights crew analyzes why this does and doesn't feel like a Nolan film.]]>2897alaska,alpacino,christophernolan,film,hillaryswank,movie,murder,nolan,podcast,robinwilliamsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-17-memento--42923844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42923844Thu, 14 Jan 2021 06:00:05 +0000The Nerd PartyMemento is Nolan's second directorial work and it's a huge upgrade from his first. Costing less than $10m to make and earning back almost four times that. This story told in reverse continued the non-linear trend that Nolan will keep for most of his...4564backwards,christophernolan,cinema,film,memento,movie,movies,mystery,nolan,rewatch,storyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-nolan-16-following--42822162https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42822162Thu, 07 Jan 2021 06:00:05 +0000The Nerd PartySwitching directors to the one and only Christopher Nolan. We explore his first feature film "Following." Joel Schumacher saw this film and knew great things were coming from Nolan. Did you when you watched it?3233blockbuster,christophernolan,cinema,film,filmmaking,following,movie,nolan,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-15-mank--42405972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42405972Thu, 10 Dec 2020 06:00:05 +0000The Nerd PartyWe top off our journey through David Fincher's directorial works with his first streaming motion picture: Mank. This movie is his first motion picture in six years since Gone Girl, a stark contrast in themes, subject matter, and accessibility....4360citizenkane,davidfincher,film,filmmaking,fincher,mank,netflix,orsonwellesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-14-mindhunter-season-2--34633266Mindhunter, and your hosts explore what that might say about the
closer connection to the material as compared to House of Cards. They
also discuss expectations and surprises, their reaction to the season
overall, and that famous Manson scene.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633266Thu, 01 Oct 2020 05:00:13 +0000The Nerd PartyDavid Fincher returns to the director’s chair in the second season of Mindhunter, and your hosts explore what that might say about the closer connection to the material as compared to House of Cards. They also discuss expectations and surprises,...Mindhunter, and your hosts explore what that might say about the
closer connection to the material as compared to House of Cards. They
also discuss expectations and surprises, their reaction to the season
overall, and that famous Manson scene.]]>4311davidfincher,fbi,film,fincher,groff,mindhunter,movies,netflix,review,serialkillers,streaming,televisionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-13-mindhunter-season-1--34633264crimes unit that analyzed serial killers to assist with their capture,
David Fincher returns to the world of the murderers that chilled the
latter part of the Twentieth Century with Mindhunter. These cases
continue to fascinate people to this day and your hosts examine how
Fincher’s approach to the material displays all his growth since
Se7en.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633264Thu, 24 Sep 2020 05:00:14 +0000The Nerd PartyBased on the real work of the FBI agents who defined the special crimes unit that analyzed serial killers to assist with their capture, David Fincher returns to the world of the murderers that chilled the latter part of the Twentieth Century with...crimes unit that analyzed serial killers to assist with their capture,
David Fincher returns to the world of the murderers that chilled the
latter part of the Twentieth Century with Mindhunter. These cases
continue to fascinate people to this day and your hosts examine how
Fincher’s approach to the material displays all his growth since
Se7en.]]>4036davidfincher,director,film,fincher,mindhunter,movies,netflix,review,serialkiller,streaming,televisionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-12-gone-girl--34633261adapted another hit crime novel, Gone Girl. Perhaps more accessible to
American audiences than Lisbeth Salander, Amy Elliott thrilled
audiences and delivered a box office success while making Rosamund
Pike a household name and giving Ben Affleck a chance to show his own
acting prowess. Defined once again by a terrific cast, the work
nonetheless left one of your hosts disappointed because of an editing
choice. Discover what they thought of it all, the last film release by
David Fincher until Mank.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633261Thu, 17 Sep 2020 05:00:20 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter the relative disappointment of Dragon Tattoo, David Fincher adapted another hit crime novel, Gone Girl. Perhaps more accessible to American audiences than Lisbeth Salander, Amy Elliott thrilled audiences and delivered a box office success...adapted another hit crime novel, Gone Girl. Perhaps more accessible to
American audiences than Lisbeth Salander, Amy Elliott thrilled
audiences and delivered a box office success while making Rosamund
Pike a household name and giving Ben Affleck a chance to show his own
acting prowess. Defined once again by a terrific cast, the work
nonetheless left one of your hosts disappointed because of an editing
choice. Discover what they thought of it all, the last film release by
David Fincher until Mank.]]>4612adaptation,amazingamy,davidfincher,director,film,fincher,gonegirl,movies,reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-11-house-of-cards--34633258a series that focused on a different kind of psychopath and broke the
fourth wall as a means of connecting with its audience. The show
shifted viewing habits and ushered in the era of “binge watching,” as
it was called. Your hosts discuss the first two episodes of the
series, the only directed by David Fincher, and how they see him
trying new techniques and refining choices in a more intimate medium.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633258Thu, 10 Sep 2020 05:00:09 +0000The Nerd PartyDavid Fincher redefined television with the release of House of Cards, a series that focused on a different kind of psychopath and broke the fourth wall as a means of connecting with its audience. The show shifted viewing habits and ushered in the...a series that focused on a different kind of psychopath and broke the
fourth wall as a means of connecting with its audience. The show
shifted viewing habits and ushered in the era of “binge watching,” as
it was called. Your hosts discuss the first two episodes of the
series, the only directed by David Fincher, and how they see him
trying new techniques and refining choices in a more intimate medium.]]>4050claireunderwood,davidfincher,film,fincher,frankunderwood,houseofcards,movies,netflix,review,streaming,television,underwoodfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-10-the-girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo--34633257Larrson’s hit novel series about Lisbeth Salander. Despite thinking it
wouldn’t be a strong box office draw, Fincher took on the task of
adapting a difficult tale to an American retelling. Assembling a
stellar cast anchored by Daniel Craig and Rooney Mara in a starmaking
turn as the titular character, the film nevertheless had trouble
finding an audience. One of your hosts had problems with it at the
time, and so was challenged on this journey into the House of Fincher
to look on the work with fresh eyes.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633257Thu, 03 Sep 2020 05:00:12 +0000The Nerd PartyLegendary producer Kathleen Kennedy urged David Fincher to adapt Stieg Larrson’s hit novel series about Lisbeth Salander. Despite thinking it wouldn’t be a strong box office draw, Fincher took on the task of adapting a difficult tale to an American...Larrson’s hit novel series about Lisbeth Salander. Despite thinking it
wouldn’t be a strong box office draw, Fincher took on the task of
adapting a difficult tale to an American retelling. Assembling a
stellar cast anchored by Daniel Craig and Rooney Mara in a starmaking
turn as the titular character, the film nevertheless had trouble
finding an audience. One of your hosts had problems with it at the
time, and so was challenged on this journey into the House of Fincher
to look on the work with fresh eyes.]]>4697adaptation,davidfincher,film,fincher,gwtdt,movies,novel,review,trilogyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-09-the-social-network--34633256attention to the real-life story of the people who changed the world
forever with the invention of Facebook. Your hosts explore what
Fincher’s dramatization says about the type of people he sees behind
the machinery of social media, the accountability of those lost in its
web, and whether this is a Fight Club for computer programmers.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633256Thu, 27 Aug 2020 05:00:21 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, David Fincher turned his attention to the real-life story of the people who changed the world forever with the invention of Facebook. Your hosts explore what Fincher’s dramatization says about the type of...attention to the real-life story of the people who changed the world
forever with the invention of Facebook. Your hosts explore what
Fincher’s dramatization says about the type of people he sees behind
the machinery of social media, the accountability of those lost in its
web, and whether this is a Fight Club for computer programmers.]]>4788director,eisenberg,facebook,film,fincher,movies,review,sorkin,zuckerbergfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-08-the-curious-case-of-benjamin-button--34633255penned by the screenwriter of Forrest Gump with a similar tour through
American history. Pairing once more with Brad Pitt, Benjamin Button
uses a unique character to explore the dynamics of age, maturity,
pain, and love as advanced effects are leveraged to take the main
character on a mystical journey backwards in age as he moves forward
in time. The hosts discuss their first reactions to the film, their
reactions after having children, and what this film might tell the
world about the fascinating case of the real David Fincher.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633255Thu, 20 Aug 2020 05:00:04 +0000The Nerd PartyOne year after Zodiac, David Fincher released a heartwarming tale penned by the screenwriter of Forrest Gump with a similar tour through American history. Pairing once more with Brad Pitt, Benjamin Button uses a unique character to explore the...penned by the screenwriter of Forrest Gump with a similar tour through
American history. Pairing once more with Brad Pitt, Benjamin Button
uses a unique character to explore the dynamics of age, maturity,
pain, and love as advanced effects are leveraged to take the main
character on a mystical journey backwards in age as he moves forward
in time. The hosts discuss their first reactions to the film, their
reactions after having children, and what this film might tell the
world about the fascinating case of the real David Fincher.]]>4522bradpitt,cgi,david,deage,director,film,fincher,movie,podcast,reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-07-zodiac--34633253more on the trail of a serial killer. This one, however, is a
terrifying true-life story of a murderer who defied capture and
terrorized California, spurring conspiracy theories to this day. Your
hosts explore the differences between the theatrical and director’s
cuts, how Zodiac sparks on Fincher’s own fascination with the
disturbed, and different actors’ ways to handle a director who, by
that point in his career, had learned how to get precisely what he
wanted and was no longer willing to compromise on what it would take
to get it.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633253Thu, 13 Aug 2020 05:00:10 +0000The Nerd PartyA full five years after Panic Room, David Fincher found himself once more on the trail of a serial killer. This one, however, is a terrifying true-life story of a murderer who defied capture and terrorized California, spurring conspiracy theories...more on the trail of a serial killer. This one, however, is a
terrifying true-life story of a murderer who defied capture and
terrorized California, spurring conspiracy theories to this day. Your
hosts explore the differences between the theatrical and director’s
cuts, how Zodiac sparks on Fincher’s own fascination with the
disturbed, and different actors’ ways to handle a director who, by
that point in his career, had learned how to get precisely what he
wanted and was no longer willing to compromise on what it would take
to get it.]]>4447davidfincher,film,fincher,movie,murder,review,serialkillers,zodiacfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-06-panic-room--34633252movie” that steered him heavily back into suspense thriller territory.
Starring Jodie Foster, Panic Room situated itself in a single house,
with a terrified mother and daughter, as they worked to outwit and
outlast a gang of thieves hell-bent on capturing the lost money from
the previous owner. Despite the supposedly small scale, your hosts
explore how Fincher pushed the envelop with effects, camerawork, and
performance to create a memorable and entertaining film that helped
refine his techniques afterward.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633252Thu, 06 Aug 2020 05:00:14 +0000The Nerd PartyThree years after Fight Club, David Fincher decided to create a “small movie” that steered him heavily back into suspense thriller territory. Starring Jodie Foster, Panic Room situated itself in a single house, with a terrified mother and daughter,...movie” that steered him heavily back into suspense thriller territory.
Starring Jodie Foster, Panic Room situated itself in a single house,
with a terrified mother and daughter, as they worked to outwit and
outlast a gang of thieves hell-bent on capturing the lost money from
the previous owner. Despite the supposedly small scale, your hosts
explore how Fincher pushed the envelop with effects, camerawork, and
performance to create a memorable and entertaining film that helped
refine his techniques afterward.]]>4404david,davidfincher,director,film,fincher,jodiefoster,movie,panicroom,reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-05-fight-club--34633249Lucas, a surprise hit that redefined Keanu’s career, and an Austin
Powers sequel that made buckets of money. But David Fincher left his
own indelible mark on the times as he re-teamed with Brad Pitt to
deliver the screen version of Chuck Palahniuk’s Fight Club. Teaming
also with Edward Norton and Helena Bonham Carter, join the hosts as
they speak to what Fight Club means to them, what it seemed to mean to
the world at the time, and what they think of that last shot.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633249Thu, 30 Jul 2020 05:00:11 +0000The Nerd PartyThere was one film in 1999 that everyone was waiting for from George Lucas, a surprise hit that redefined Keanu’s career, and an Austin Powers sequel that made buckets of money. But David Fincher left his own indelible mark on the times as he...Lucas, a surprise hit that redefined Keanu’s career, and an Austin
Powers sequel that made buckets of money. But David Fincher left his
own indelible mark on the times as he re-teamed with Brad Pitt to
deliver the screen version of Chuck Palahniuk’s Fight Club. Teaming
also with Edward Norton and Helena Bonham Carter, join the hosts as
they speak to what Fight Club means to them, what it seemed to mean to
the world at the time, and what they think of that last shot.]]>4901bradpitt,david,davidfincher,edwardnorton,fightclub,film,fincher,helenabonhamcarter,movie,reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-04-the-game--34633247on a grand scale. The Game found its way to audiences with Michael
Douglas and Sean Penn filling the lead roles, and Fincher’s growing
comfort with spectacle and misdirection put to full use. Regarded by
many as somewhat disappointing after the bravura Se7en, discover the
deep resonance that one of the hosts has with the film and the
noticeable earmarks of Fincher’s trajectory in playing with
expectation and fantasy.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633247Thu, 23 Jul 2020 05:00:10 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter Se7en, David Fincher transitioned to a more intimate tale told on a grand scale. The Game found its way to audiences with Michael Douglas and Sean Penn filling the lead roles, and Fincher’s growing comfort with spectacle and misdirection put...on a grand scale. The Game found its way to audiences with Michael
Douglas and Sean Penn filling the lead roles, and Fincher’s growing
comfort with spectacle and misdirection put to full use. Regarded by
many as somewhat disappointing after the bravura Se7en, discover the
deep resonance that one of the hosts has with the film and the
noticeable earmarks of Fincher’s trajectory in playing with
expectation and fantasy.]]>4876david,davidfincher,film,fincher,game,michaeldouglas,movie,review,thegame,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-03-seven--34633245Fincher quickly found his way to a film that would serve as his
calling card for years afterward. Se7en gave him the chance to tell a
story outside the shackles of studio interference, uniting him with
the talents of Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kevin
Spacey. They created a film that shocked audiences, stunned critics,
and created a fanbase that follows him to this day.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633245Thu, 16 Jul 2020 05:00:19 +0000The Nerd PartyWorking past the debacle that was the production of Alien 3, David Fincher quickly found his way to a film that would serve as his calling card for years afterward. Se7en gave him the chance to tell a story outside the shackles of studio...Fincher quickly found his way to a film that would serve as his
calling card for years afterward. Se7en gave him the chance to tell a
story outside the shackles of studio interference, uniting him with
the talents of Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kevin
Spacey. They created a film that shocked audiences, stunned critics,
and created a fanbase that follows him to this day.]]>4950bradpitt,david,davidfincher,director,film,fincher,morganfreeman,movie,murder,mystery,se7en,seven,thrillerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-02-alien-3--34633243break of a lifetime to the direct the third installment in the
landmark Alien franchise. The first two defined genre filmmaking and
Fincher found himself challenged by second-guessing executives, an
Oscar-nominated star, and numerous production challenges. The film was
not received warmly by critics or fans. We discuss the merits of this
maligned sequel, and whether the “workprint version” released in 2003
as a direct-to-disc special edition is more worthy of recognition as
the work of David Fincher.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34633243Thu, 09 Jul 2020 05:00:04 +0000The Nerd PartyAfter years in the music video industry, David Fincher was handed the break of a lifetime to the direct the third installment in the landmark Alien franchise. The first two defined genre filmmaking and Fincher found himself challenged by...break of a lifetime to the direct the third installment in the
landmark Alien franchise. The first two defined genre filmmaking and
Fincher found himself challenged by second-guessing executives, an
Oscar-nominated star, and numerous production challenges. The film was
not received warmly by critics or fans. We discuss the merits of this
maligned sequel, and whether the “workprint version” released in 2003
as a direct-to-disc special edition is more worthy of recognition as
the work of David Fincher.]]>4944alien,david,davidfincher,director,fiction,film,fincher,movie,review,ripley,sciencefictionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-fincher-01-music-videos--34622591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/34622591Mon, 29 Jun 2020 21:56:12 +0000The Nerd PartyIn our first episode exploring David Fincher's directorial works, we discuss his music videos. We each pick our absolute favorites and where we see his distinct style in them. We start the episode with why we love the works of this director.3500davidfincher,director,film,fincher,jackson,madonna,michaeljackson,music,musicvideos,nin,television,videosfalsefull