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PODCAST

Blockbuster Buffs

Two movie obsessed best friends dive into the best and worst movies ever made. From the art house to the blockbuster, we watch them all. Each season we will bring you a new theme and several new films to dunk or defend with us. This is BLOCKBUSTER BUFFS!

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

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45 - ENEMIES WITH BENEFITS - Anyone But You (2023)

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2025/06/13

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 4: The Buffs Learn To Love – A Rom Com SummerEpisode 2: Enemies with BenefitsHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: Anyone But You (2023)This week, Matt and Joe take a trip to Australia with Anyone But You, the enemies-to-lovers rom-com that asks, “What if Shakespeare had abs?” With a beach wedding, forced proximity, and enough shirtless Glenn Powell to fuel a thousand TikToks, this modern Much Ado has us asking—are we swooning, or just sunburnt?What can you expect?What Did You Watch This

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44 - BARRYMORE MORE MORE: 50 First Dates (2004)

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2025/06/06

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 4: The Buffs Learn To Love: A Rom Com SummerEpisode 2: Barrymore More MoreHosts: Matt and JoeGuest: JarrettMovie: 50 First Dates (2004)This week, the Buffs are joined by special guest Jarrett for a deep dive into 50 First Dates, the tropical rom-com that asks: can love survive amnesia, Rob Schneider in dreadlocks, and Sean Astin’s mesh tank tops?We talk Drew Barrymore’s charm, Adam Sandler’s subtle sincerity, and whether this movie is sweet, sad, or slightly sinister. And

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43 - CRAZY STUPID TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES - Crazy...

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2025/05/30

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 4: The Buffs Learn To Love – A Rom Com SummerEpisode 1 – CRAZY STUPID TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIESHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011)We’re kicking off our rom-com summer with Crazy, Stupid, Love—a film with heart, humor, and a shockingly perfect use of Ryan Gosling’s abs as a plot device. Unfortunately, our SD card didn’t love us back. This episode was recorded on backup AV through Google Meet, so the audio’s a little crusty, but the takes? Still steamy.From

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Bonus Episode – DUNK OR DEFEND HARDER

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2025/02/28

Forget the Oscars—it’s time for DUNK OR DEFEND HARDER, where Matt and Joe reveal their five favorite and five least favorite movies of 2024. This isn’t about objective rankings—it’s pure Blockbuster Buffs bias, and we’re standing by it.Which movies ruled? Which ones ruined our day? And which picks will start a fight in the comments? It’s all here in our second annual ranking showdown.BLOCKBUSTER BUFFS RETURNS THIS SUMMER! 💕🎬This summer, we’re diving headfirst into romantic comedies—15 films that

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42 - MONSTER MASHUPS SEASON FINALE

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2025/02/14

Blockbuster BuffsSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 16 – MONSTER MASHUPS: THE RANKING RUMBLEHosts: Matt and JoeTopic: Season Finale – Reworking the RankingsIn our season finale, Matt and Joe open up the ol’ Google Doc for one epic rework of our ranking system. Each of us gets 10 points to use as we take turns adding or subtracting points across our five 1-to-10 categories. We’re diving back into our monster mashups to see where we might have been caught up in the heat of the moment—maybe

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41 - NIGHTLY NIBBLES - Nosferatu (2024)

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2025/02/10

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 41 – NIGHTLY NIBBLESHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: Nosferatu 2024This week, Matt and Joe sink their teeth into the eerie and irreverent world of Nosferatu 2024. In this tongue-in-cheek update of the vampire classic, our hosts serve up a hearty helping of biting humor, modern twists, and a generous dose of retro horror vibes. Will this reimagined undead tale leave you craving more, or is it just a nibble too far?What can you expect?• What Did

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40 - THICKZILLA RISING - Godzilla (2014)

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2025/01/29

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 14: THICKZILLA RISINGHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: Godzilla (2014)After the ahem divisive 1998 Godzilla left fans reeling with its lizard-like imposter, the King of the Monsters finally returns in all his thick, thunderous glory. Gone are the days of scrawny, fish-loving pretenders—2014’s Godzilla resurrects the towering, atomic-breath-blasting behemoth that fans have worshipped for decades. But is this a triumphant return, or does this

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39 - BEEFCAKES B BUZZIN - The Fly (1986)

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2025/01/24

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 13 – BEEFCAKES B BUZZINHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: The Fly (1986)This week, Matt and Joe step into the telepod for a deep dive on The Fly, David Cronenberg’s gooey, gross, and gloriously gory 1986 classic. Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis bring the heat (and the horror) in a film that proves “Be afraid. Be very afraid” is more than just a tagline. From body-horror transformations to buzzing one-liners, does this ‘80s nightmare still leave

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38 - WEREWOLF BAR MITZVAH - An American Werewolf in...

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2025/01/16

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 12 – WEREWOLF BAR MITZVAHHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: An American Werewolf in London (1981)This week, Matt and Joe howl with laughter (and horror) as they tackle An American Werewolf in London, the 1981 horror-comedy classic that redefined the monster movie genre. With groundbreaking effects, dark humor, and plenty of full-moon mayhem, this film is a must-watch for fans of clever scares and practical gore. But does it still hold up today

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37 - CREATURES FIND A WAY: Jurassic Park (1993)

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2024/12/20

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 11: CREATURES FIND A WAYHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: Jurassic Park (1993)This week, Matt and Joe head to Isla Nublar to break down Jurassic Park—the dinosaur blockbuster that redefined summer movies and gave us all a healthy fear of clever girls. From rampaging T-Rexes to chaotic Ian Malcolm wisdom, this Spielberg classic is a masterclass in creature carnage and one of the most iconic monster movies ever made. But how does it stack up in our

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36 - CREATURE COMFORTS - The Shape of Water (2017)

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2024/12/13

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 10: CREATURE COMFORTSHosts: Matt and JoeMovie: The Shape of Water (2017)This week, Matt and Joe take a dip into The Shape of Water. It’s not your typical monster movie, but this Oscar-winning romance shows us a fish man with… let’s say unique interests. With a familiar face from Creature from the Black Lagoon lore, this flick trades spooky vibes for steamy (and a little slimy) ones. Monster movie? Love story? We’re here to figure it

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34 - DEEPEST BLUEST: Deep Blue Sea (1999)

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2024/11/22

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 8 – Deepest BluestHOSTS: Matt and JoeMovie: Deep Blue Sea (1999)We’re taking a dive into Deep Blue Sea, the shark thriller that dares to ask, “What if sharks were smarter… and Samuel L. Jackson wasn’t safe?” 🦈 Matt and Joe sink their teeth into the wild science, the jaw-dropping twists, and the unforgettable one-liners of this ‘90s cult classic.Is it a misunderstood gem or just another fish tale? Join us as we talk genetically-engineered

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34 - SEARING SCARY SPACE BABY: Alien Romulus (2024)

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2024/11/22

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 7 – Searing Scary Space BabyHOSTS: Matt and JoeSPECIAL GUEST: JarrettMovie: Alien: Romulus (2024)This week, Matt and Joe welcome special guest Jarrett to help dissect the latest chapter in the Alien saga, Alien: Romulus. Is this Alien prequel worthy of its terrifying lineage, or is it just a facehugger without the bite?From acid-dripping scares to jaw-dropping sci-fi visuals, we’re diving deep into what makes this installment tick. Expect

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33 - THE BEST PREDATOR MOVIE - Prey (2022)

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2024/11/15

Season 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 6 – Survival of the FittestHOSTS: Matt and JoeMovie: Prey (2022)This week, Matt and Joe are diving into Prey, the latest installment in the Predator franchise that takes the hunt back to the 1700s! 🏹 Set in the Great Plains, Prey follows Naru, a young Comanche warrior who faces the ultimate test of skill and survival when a deadly, otherworldly hunter arrives.In this episode, the Buffs explore how Prey refreshes the Predator series with its intense

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01:06:57

32 - CREATURES IN THE COLD - The Thing (1982)

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2024/11/08

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 6 – CREATURES IN THE COLDHOSTS: Matt and JoeMovie: The Thing (1982)This week, Matt and Joe brave the icy, isolated Antarctic as they dive into John Carpenter’s chilling horror classic, The Thing. It’s a creature feature that’s equal parts suspenseful and terrifying, with incredible practical effects and paranoia-inducing tension that only grows with every scene. Join us as we explore the film’s iconic monster, its unsettling atmosphere,

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31 - THE SILENT TREATMENT - A Quiet Place (2018)

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2024/11/01

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 5 – THE SILENT TREATMENTHOSTS: Matt and JoeGUEST: Jon HelvoigtMovie: A Quiet Place (2018)Get ready to tiptoe through the terror with Matt, Joe, and special guest Jon, as they tackle one of the most suspenseful creature features of the last decade—A Quiet Place! 👣This week, we dive into a world where the slightest sound could spell doom, and one family’s survival depends on complete silence. We’ll break down the film’s intense

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30 - LADS GO MONSTER MASHING - Shaun of the Dead (2004)

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2024/10/25

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 6 – LADS GO MONSTER MASHINGHOSTS: Matt, JoeGUEST: Matt WolfMovie: Shaun of the Dead (2004)🔊 LANGUAGE WARNING: This episode contains some strong language. Listener discretion is advised.Matt and Joe are joined by special guest Matt Wolf for a deep dive into the cult-classic zom-com, Shaun of the Dead! 🍺 This British horror-comedy takes us on a hilarious ride through London as Shaun and his mates face off against a zombie

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29 - CREATURE CRUSHES - Creature From the Black...

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2024/10/18

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFS Season 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 3 – CREATURE CRUSHESHOSTS: Matt and JoeMovie: Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)Get ready to dive deep into the murky waters of the Amazon, where a mysterious amphibious creature has one thing on its mind—a lady crush that just won’t quit. Matt and Joe swim through this 1954 classic Creature from the Black Lagoon, discussing its groundbreaking creature design, eerie atmosphere, and the surprisingly persistent romantic advances of the

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28 - S3E2 - BLOCKBUSTER BUFFS ORGINS - Jaws (1975)

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2024/10/11

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 1 – Blockbuster Buffs OrginsHOSTS: Matt and JoeMovie: Jaws (1975)Get ready for the ultimate summer blockbuster throwback, because Matt and Joe are diving deep into Steven Spielberg’s Jaws! 🦈 Join us as we sink our teeth into the iconic scenes, the legendary tension, and the man-eating shark that put fear into beaches everywhere.We’re tackling the practical effects, the unforgettable score by John Williams, and, of course, THAT terrifying

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01:12:22

27 - S3E1 - THE BOYS GO MONSTER MASHING: Anaconda (1997)

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2024/10/04

BLOCKBUSTER BUFFSSeason 3: The Boys Go Monster MashingEpisode 1 – Serpentine ShowdownHOSTS: Matt and JoeMovie: Anaconda (1997)WELCOME TO SEASON 3! This season is all about the creature feature. So get out your DVD copies of Jaws and hit the theaters to see the latest Alien movie. Because those are just around the corner. Get ready for a slippery start to the season as Matt and Joe dive into the murky waters of the Amazon with 1997’s Anaconda! 🐍 It’s man versus snake in this creature feature filled

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