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A Tripp Through Comedy

Tripp Burton and Ross Bratin

Tripp has rejected mainstream comedies for most of his life. Now, Ross is taking him film by film through the movies he sadly missed (or smartly avoided) until now. Join us as we look at studio comedies from the late 90s and early 2000s. Week by week, we will tackle one (or two) films as Tripp tries to figure out what made them so funny and Ross explains the context Tripp avoided.

tv & film film history

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01:25:25

Freddy Got Fingered

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/06/19

Our exit today has us following in the footsteps of the Backwards Man. This week, we are talking about Freddy Got Fingered, written by Tom Green and Derek Harvie and directed by Tom Green.Along the way, we drop many more fancy words than you would expect given the movie: transgressive cinema, Dadaism, surrealism. Does that mean we like the movie? No. But it does give us a chance to talk John Waters, Drew Barrymore, Julie Hagerty, Razzie awards, MTV films, the Marx Brothers, Rip Torn's 1990s, and

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01:18:12

Town and Country

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/06/12

Our exit today has us trying to reconnect with our manhood by following in the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway. This week, we are talking about Town and Country, written by MIchael Laughlin and Buck Henry and directed by Peter Chelsom.Of course, we spend a lot of time talking about Warren Beatty, his bizarre career, and the flop nature of the film. But we also talk about the legal history of Dick Tracy, Michael Moore's Bowling for Columbine, Beatty's love life, Arrested Development, Alan Alda,

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01:02:47

"Crocodile" Dundee in Los Angeles

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/06/05

Our exit today has us trying to revive a seemingly dead franchise with a new adventure. This week, we are talking about Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles, written by Matthew Berry and Eric Abrams and directed by Simon Wincer. And we watched the whole trilogy to prepare!Along the way, we talk Predator, George Miller, Los Angeles, Newsday, third entries, Jonathan Banks, great houses, Australian cinema, and Ross talks a lot of context.Somehow, we don't talk about the Mike Tyson cameo!Matthew Berry on

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01:09:41

Josie and the Pussycats

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/05/22

Our exit today has us learning what Du Jour really means. This week, we are talking about Josie and the Pussycats, written and directed by Deborah Kaplan and Harry Elfont.Along the way, we talk early-2000s teen music, MTV News, Tara Reid, Parker Posey, Beyonce concerts, John Carpenter, Kanopy, boy bands, and Eugene Levy cameos. Thememusic by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM."High Risers" on Letterboxd.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross

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01:32:02

Men Behaving Badly Double Feature (Tomcats and...

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/05/01

Our exit today has us realizing that our one vice is that we’re too nice. This week, we are looking at a double feature of films of men behaving badly and "learning to be better people." First, we will talk about Tomcats, written and directed by Gregory Poirier. Next, we will talk about Shallow Hal, written by Sean Moynihan and the Farrelly Brothers and directed by the Farrelly Brothers.Along the way, we talk musicals we walked out of, The Royal Tenenbaums, lots of Farrelly Brothers,

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01:19:29

Morris Chestnut Double Feature (The Brothers and Two...

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/04/10

Our exit today has us going on a journey with Morris Chestnut, Gabrielle Union, and Tamala Jones. It's The Brothers and Two Can Play At That Game, two ensemble comedies about the battles of the sexes.Along the way, we discuss the definitions of bloopers, Jenifer Lewis, easy comparisons to many earlier films, A Minecraft Movie, Black-ish and other family sitcoms, the Sonic movies, and a lot of overall disappointment.Thememusic by Jonworthymusic.Powered by

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01:31:02

Get Over It (with Taylor Cole)

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/04/03

Our exit today has us kissing a little longer, laughing a little longer, staying close a little longer, all thanks to Big Red. This week, we are talking about Get Over It, written by R. Lee Fleming Jr. and directed by Tommy O’Haver.Along the way, we discuss lots of Shakespeare, high school musicals, Only Murders in the Building, Freddie Prinze Jr., Clueless, Tripp not remembering who Shane West is, and the surprising film career of Vitamin C.Plus, Taylor brings an amazing game for Ross and Tripp to

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01:17:43

The Mexican

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/03/27

Our exit today has us trying to find a long lost gun. This week, we are talking about The Mexican, written by J.H. Wyman and directed by Gore Verbinski.Along the way, there is a lot of talk of The Sopranos, Steven Soderbergh, Michael Cerveris, Broadway musicals, Marc Maron, Mexico in movies, color grading, and of course, the late Gene Hackman.Thememusic by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and

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01:09:40

Monkeybone

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/03/20

Our exit today has us trying to control the manifestation of our childhood trauma. This week, we are discussing Monkeybone, written by Sam Hamm and directed by Henry Selick.As they try to decide whether the movie is worth it's poor reputation, they also discuss the too short career of Bridget Fonda, Henry Selick, Tim Burton, Beetlejuice, David Lynch, Giancarlo Esposito, Blank Check, the upcoming Snow White movie, and whether Robert De Niro is a good actor or not. Thememusic by

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01:01:44

Down to Earth

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/03/13

Our exit today has us believing in reincarnation. This week, we are talking about Down to Earth, written by Chris Rock, Lance Crouther, Ali LeRoi and Louis C.K. and directed by Chris and Paul Weitz.Of course, Tripp and Ross can't help but discuss all the other film versions of this story (including some surprising ones), as well as Frankie Faison, The Archers, heaven on film, American Pie, Dreamgirls, more Hannibal talk, the Apollo theatre, and Warren Beatty films.Thememusic by

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01:36:01

Freddie Prinze, Jr. Double Feature: Head Over Heels...

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/02/27

Our exit today has us hanging out with fashion models and trying to get our big break in the Cape Cod League. This week, we are talking about two films starring one of the true all stars of A Tripp Through Comedy: Freddie Prinze, Jr. First, we will talk about Head Over Heels, written by John J. Strauss, Ed Decter and David Kidd and directed by Mark Waters. Next, we will talk about Summer Catch, written by Kevin Falls and John Gatins and directed by Michael Tollin. Both films have Freddie Prinze Jr

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00:48:56

The Wedding Planner

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/02/20

Our exit today has us trying to find the right statue for our wedding. This week, we are talking aboutThe Wedding Planner, written by Pamela Falk and Michael Ellis and directed by Adam Shankman.Of course, we spend a lot of time talking about Jennifer Lopez and Matthew McConaughey (and their chemistry?). But we also get into the joys of Fred Willard, Scrabble movies, casting problems, Jennifer Lopez as Italian, Ben Stiller's eyes, more Judy Greer, and country-western songs. And, of course,

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00:46:30

Sugar and Spice

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/02/13

Our exit today has us robbing a bank with our best friends. This week, we are discussingSugar & Spice, written by Mandy Nelson and directed by Francine McDougall. Along the way, as Tripp tries to avoid relitigating theDrop Dead Gorgeous battle, they discussBring It On,The Usual Suspects, other cheerleader movies, female crime movies, Abe Lincoln, Madonna lyrics, and of course, Conan O'Brien.Theme music by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF

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01:16:25

Orlando Jones Double Feature: Double Take and Evolution

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/02/06

Our exit today has us fighting drug cartels and rapidly evolving aliens. This week, we are talking about a pair of features starring one of our first ever best supporting performance winners, Orlando Jones. First, we will be talking about Double Take, written and directed by George Gallo. Next, we will talk about Evolution, written by Don Jakoby, David Diamond and David Weissman and directed by Ivan Reitman. While Double Take has Orlando Jones as more of a straight man to Eddie Griffin’s character,

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01:03:46

Snatch

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/01/30

Our exit today has us trying to get our hands on a diamond the size of our fist. This week, we are talking about Snatch, written and directed by Guy Ritchie. Along the way, we of course spend a lot of time discussing Brad Pitt and that accent. But also the forgotten TV show Jericho, a surprisingly deep ensemble, Daniel Craig as James Bond, heist films, Jack Nicholson, Jason Statham, Vinnie Jones, Dennis Farina's schtick, and British crime dramas. Thememusic by Jonworthymusic. Powered by

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01:12:02

2000 Wrap-Up

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/01/16

Today we taking a detour from our normal programming and looking back at the films we have watched from 2000! It's the Stapler Awards, where we celebrate the funniest stuff we have watched and try to forget the painful movies.Thememusic by Jonworthymusic. Powered by RiversideFM. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and friends. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies We've Covered on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies Recommended on the

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00:54:51

Miss Congeniality

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/01/09

Our exit today has us thinking about what is the perfect date. This week, we are talking about Miss Congeniality, written by Marc Lawrence, Katie Ford and Caryn Lucas and directed by Donald Petrie.In addition to the natural comparisons to Drop Dead Gorgeous, we talk Sandra Bullock, Benjamin Bratt, Michael Caine, The William Shatner renaissance, hiding donuts, physical comedy, and the Christmas movie season of 2000. And Ross makes a very bizarre recommendation. Thememusic by Jonworthymusic. Powered

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01:03:30

What Women Want

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2025/01/02

Our exit today has us listening to Meredith Brooks and getting in touch with our feminine side. This week, we are talking about What Women Want, written by Josh Goldsmith, Cathy Yuspa, and Diane Drake and directed by Nancy Myers.Along the way, we talk Mel Gibson, the year of Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, more NCIS bosses, bizarre offices, and Roger Ebert's bizarre taste in movies. Plus, Ross recommends a film that shocks Tripp he has never seen before, and Tripp recommends a documentary. Thememusic

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01:37:32

Devil Comedies: Bedazzled and Little Nicky

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2024/12/12

Our exit today has us wanting to live deliciously and commune with the devil. This week we are talking about two films that depict the Prince of Darkness, Lucifer, albeit in different forms. First, we will talk about Bedazzled, a remake of the Dudley Moore comedy and directed by Harold Ramis. Next, we will talk about Little Nicky, starring Adam Sandler. While one is a modern Faust update, the other is looking at the spawn of Satan trying to save the world and his father.Along the way, we talk

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00:53:18

Nurse Betty

A Tripp Through Comedy ·

2024/11/14

Our exit today has us living our fantasies in Los Angeles. This week, we are talking about Nurse Betty, written by John C. Richards and James Flamberg and directed by Neil LaBute. Along the way, we celebrate the ensemble of Morgan Freeman, Renee Zellweger, Chris Rock, and of course, our favorite, Allison Janney.Plus, does this movie cure all of the indiscretions of a season's worth of comedies? One of us seems to think so! Thememusic by Jonworthymusic. Powered by RiversideFM. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF

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