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Almost Classic Movies

Almost Classic Movies

Welcome to Almost Classic Movies, the podcast where two movie fans talk about movies. From epic adventures like Lord of the Rings to iconic comedies like Wayne"s World and Ferris Bueller"s Day Off, we explore a blend of almost classics, cult favorites, seasonal gems, and even actual classics. ("Almost Classic Movies" is frankly just a catchy title that riffs off a particular TV program).It"s just two friends talking movies—one loves production trivia, while the other enjoys simply watching and

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88:43

Emo Superman: Man of Steel Revisited

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2025/06/26

Send us a text In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, Jon and Donald suit up for a deep dive into Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel—aka “Emo Superman Begins.” It’s moody, it’s broody, and it just might be misunderstood. 💥 Expect a hilarious and surprisingly thoughtful breakdown of: Why Superman in this movie feels more like Batman’s sad cousinWhether Jonathan Kent’s death scene actually makes any sense (spoiler: it doesn’t)Zod’s real motivation (hint: it’s more than just “destroy Earth”)The

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87:48

Magic Mike – Bumps, Banter, and Brooding Dreams

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2025/06/19

Send us a text In this steamy, chaotic, and surprisingly heartfelt episode of Almost Classic Movies, Jon and Donald are joined by returning guest Daniel (whose first appearance was lost to the editing abyss) to unpack Magic Mike (2012), the Soderbergh film that’s more than just abs and glitter. What starts as a deep dive into a male stripper movie turns into a layered discussion about ambition, capitalism, gendered expectations, and how charisma can (almost) make up for a lack of furniture-bu...

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80:21

Undercover Blues — Clarinet Crimes, Oyster Fights,...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text This week, Jon & Donald go undercover with Undercover Blues (1993), a spy-comedy starring Dennis Quaid, Kathleen Turner, and a scene-stealing Stanley Tucci as the world’s most persistent mugger. Donald shares why this is one of his lifelong comfort movies—just in time for Jon’s own paternity leave. From CIA missions with a baby in tow to oyster bar brawls, flamethrowers, and zoo stand-offs, this episode is full of chaos, nostalgia, and unexpected tenderness. 🎬 Highlights:

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74:54

How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World - Where's...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text It’s the end of an era—Jon and Donald are saying goodbye to How to Train Your Dragon with the final film in the trilogy: The Hidden World. And just like Toothless, the pod is going out with a glow-up and a few tears. This week, they dive deep into the bittersweet farewell of Hiccup and Toothless, complete with wingsuits, wedding bells, and an existential dragon migration. 🔥 In this finale episode: Why The Hidden World is basically Iron Man 3 for dragonsThe (frustrating)

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58:23

How to Train Your Dragon 2: Goobers and Alpha Dragons

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2025/05/29

Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Almost Classic Movies, where Jon and Donald are diving into the next chapter of their How to Train Your Dragon series—with a side of chaotic intros and cat-like dragons. This week, it's How to Train Your Dragon 2 (aka Episode 35 of the pod), and things get emotional. 🔥 In this episode: Why this sequel might actually be better than the originalThe surprisingly deep themes of grief, leadership, and legacyA breakdown of the movie’s world-building,

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67:38

How to Train Your Dragon: Almost Classic or Fully...

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2025/05/22

Send us a text Welcome back to Almost Classic Movies with Jon and Donald! In this episode, the guys take to the skies with the 2010 animated hit How to Train Your Dragon—and things get personal fast. From Viking dad issues to dragon-sized feels, they unpack why this film hits harder than your average “kids movie.” 🔥 Highlights from the episode: Jon and Donald reflect on the movie’s rich emotional depth and character arcs—especially that gut-punch of a father-son moment with Stoick.A

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64:12

Austin Powers in Goldmember: Daddy Issues, Disco &...

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2025/05/15

Send us a text Welcome back to Almost Classic Movies — where Jon and Donald dissect not-quite-classics with just enough seriousness to pretend we know what we’re doing. This week, we time-travel straight into the chaotic, shiny roller-disco that is Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002). From centered teeth to golden genitalia, from daddy issues to Destiny’s Child, this episode is packed tighter than Mini Me in a duffel bag. In this episode: 💥 How Goldmember stacks up to the first two Austin

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61:03

Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me

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2025/05/08

Send us a text Welcome back to Almost Classic Movies, where Jern and Dern dive into groovy throwbacks, questionable fashion choices, and highly quotable comedy gold. This week: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. In this episode: Austin loses his “mojo” (yes, it’s a real plot point), teams up with CIA agent Felicity, and battles a familiar cast of over-the-top villains, including the now-iconic Mini-Me.The hosts compare this sequel to the original, debate whether it leans too hard on certa...

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55:45

Austin Powers - Yeah Baby, Yeah! (Austin Powers)

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2025/05/01

Send us a text In this groovy episode of Almost Classic Movies, Jon and Donald travel back to the shagadelic '60s and swing into the chaotic, mojo-fueled world of Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery. It's a cinematic time capsule stuffed with fembots, volcano lairs, and oddly satisfying toilet humor. Join us as we ask life’s important questions like: Is Austin Powers the British Captain America?What’s hotter: Chipotle’s new honey chicken or a fembot malfunction?And most importantly… w...

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56:04

Nacho Libre – Stretchy Pants, Celibacy Vows, and Jack...

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2025/04/24

Send us a text Welcome back to Almost Classic Movies, where we’re almost as classic as a half-hearted love letter written in stretchy pants. In this week’s episode, Jon and Donald tag-team their way through the wild, weird, and weirdly quotable world of Nacho Libre. They break down why this Nickelodeon film was way smarter than anyone expected, the unhinged brilliance of Jack Black, and why street corn might be the real hero of the story. 🧀 In This Episode: The eternal quotability of "Get

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68:31

The Blues Brothers: We Are On A Mission

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2025/04/17

Send us a text This week, Jon and Donald are back with sunglasses, car crashes, and possibly a small arsenal of musical legends as they take on The Blues Brothers (1980). What starts as a noble quest to save an orphanage quickly spirals into 106 (alleged) crimes, 103 destroyed cars, and one ex-fiancée with the firepower of a Bond villain. But don’t worry—it’s all in the name of soul music. Or maybe chicken. Or God. It’s unclear. What is clear is that this movie has: 🚗 A mall car chase that

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58:54

Princess Bride: The Rodents, the Romance, the Revenge

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2025/04/10

Send us a text In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Jon and Don dive deep into The Princess Bride, the beloved cult classic that blends fantasy, romance, revenge, and rodents of unusual size. From Peter Falk’s iconic storytelling to Miracle Max’s goat-level cameo, the duo unpacks the magic, quotes their favorite lines (a lot), and goes on more tangents than a fencing match with Inigo Montoya. They talk rewatches, nostalgia, sword fights, inconceivable plot holes, and the surprising drinki...

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62:45

Chicago (2002): Jazz Hands, Jail Time & Justice

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2025/04/03

Send us a text In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, Jon and Donald tap into the razzle-dazzle world of 1920s Chicago with the Oscar-sweeping musical film Chicago (2002). From vaudeville glam to courtroom theatrics, the guys break down the dark satire, jazz-soaked numbers, and power plays of fame-seeking murderesses Roxy Hart and Velma Kelly. 🎶 First-time musical viewer Jon shares his fresh take on the stylized spectacle, while Donald—resident theater nerd—reveals why Chicago ranks in

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103:22

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off: More Than Just a Day Off

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2025/03/27

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 26 of Almost Classic Movies! This week, we're diving into the timeless high school comedy that defined a generation – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Join us as we revisit John Hughes’ Chicago love letter and talk about everything from parade floats to personal growth. 🎬 In This Episode: We celebrate John’s all-time favorite film (spoiler: it's Ferris Bueller).Donald watches the film for only the second time — hear how his appreciation grew.Cameron Frye gets the

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59:40

Snow White and the Huntsman: A Darker Fairy Tale?

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2025/03/20

Send us a text This week, Jon and Don take a deep dive into Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), a film that sits in the grey area of "almost classic." They break down the movie’s dark reimagining of the classic fairy tale, its production choices, and whether or not it holds up today. Along the way, they discuss: Chris Hemsworth’s pre-Thor physique & questionable accent choicesKristen Stewart’s surprising performance – is this her best movie?The Queen’s strict (and deadly) beauty regimen –...

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69:09

Spirited Away: A Magical Trip with a Side of Trauma

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2025/03/13

Send us a text In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, we take a deep dive into Spirited Away, Studio Ghibli’s iconic masterpiece that defined anime for generations. We explore the enchanting yet unsettling world of the bathhouse, where 10-year-old Chihiro must navigate spirits, witches, and a giant baby to save her pig-ified parents. From bizarre creatures to deep cultural symbolism, we unpack everything that makes this film an unforgettable experience. Does Spirited Away live up to its le...

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75:45

Your Name, My Name, and a Whole Lot of Tears

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2025/03/06

Send us a text In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, we dive into the 2016 anime phenomenon, Your Name (Kimi no Na wa), a film that masterfully blends romance, time travel, and stunning animation. Join us as we unpack the heart-wrenching story of Taki and Mitsuha—two teenagers who mysteriously swap bodies and form an unbreakable connection despite being separated by time. From deep discussions on fate and connection to lighthearted moments about montages (do we love them or hate them?), w...

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52:39

2024 Oscars Predictions - Bonus Episode

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2025/02/28

Send us a text Welcome to a special bonus episode of Almost Classic Movies! This time, we’re diving into the 97th Academy Awards ballot and making our predictions—whether we’ve seen the films or not (because let’s be real, that’s half the fun of Oscars season). 🎭 Episode Highlights: Oscars Chaos & Predictions: We go category by category, throwing out hot takes, strong opinions, and absolute guesses.Best Picture Front-Runners: Conclave vs. Wicked—which will take the crown?Best Actor

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108:16

Akira - The Anime that Revolutionized Sci-Fi

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2025/02/27

Send us a text In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, Jon and Don dive deep into the 1988 anime classic Akira. The hosts explore the film's intricate plot set in a dystopian Neo Tokyo, key philosophical themes, and the groundbreaking visuals that have influenced countless other works across various media. They discuss the movie's impact on global culture, its philosophical underpinnings, and its controversial potential for a live-action adaptation. The episode also covers detai...

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101:08

A Silent Voice – The Anime That Hits Different

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2025/02/20

Send us a text 🎥 Welcome back to Almost Classic Movies! We’re kicking off a four-episode anime series, and first up is A Silent Voice—an emotional, thought-provoking masterpiece that dives deep into bullying, redemption, and mental health. 🎭 Episode Highlights: Plot Breakdown: A story of guilt, redemption, and the long-lasting effects of childhood bullying.Shoya & Shoko: A relationship built on regret, healing, and second chances.A Unique Take on Anime: How this film breaks stereotypes

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