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Modern Classics Podcast

Home Base Productions

Seen any good movies lately? Your Modern Classics podcast hosts sure have! Join Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney-Thomas as they take a closer look at movies released from the year 2000 to the present and try to determine which have been the best of recent history. Each episode they will pit two movies against one another to find out which films will make the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. Tune in to find out which of your favorites will make the list and learn more about some of the

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01:05:08

Prequel Episode- 3rd Biannual Past Tens Awards

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2025/04/03

3rd Biannual Past Tens AwardsWelcome to the Modern Classics Podcast the only podcast strictly covering films released from the year 2000 to the present with the ultimate goal of compiling the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. This is achieved by the results of our battle episodes where two films face off to determine a winner of the given category. At the end of said episode we give out awards. These awards are tallied and added to the star score of each film which determines their place on

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02:31:51

Mystery Knives Team Out

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2025/03/27

Mystery Team (2009) vs. Knives Out (2019)It's a "Mystery Movie" themed battle episode as Mike and Kendell compete to add yet another picture to the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. First it's a breakdown of 2009's Mystery Team. A raucous and raunchy comedy that gave us the feature film debut of Donald Glover. It also includes early performances and first time introductions to stars like Aubrey Plaza , Bobby Moynihan, Ben Schwartz and others. Then it's time to tackle

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01:20:21

Prequel Episode- Movies from 2009, 2000 or More...

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2025/03/05

2009 was a very interesting year in cinema. Join us as we breakdown some favorites and some big hits. Films discussed include ; District 9, Up in the Air, Enter the Void, Avatar, Inglorious Basterds, Bad Lieutenant Port of Call New Orleans, I Love You Man and many others. Then we round things out with a Trivia Game 2000 or More . If you Enjoy the show give us a follow and leave a review! Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram@modernclassicspodcastHosted by Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney Thomas

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02:08:08

The Volvothers

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2025/02/27

“Ghost Movies”- The Others (2001) VS Volver (2006)Join us as we create the Greatest Films of the 21st Century list with two more possible candidates; The Others and Volver. The category is “Ghost Movies” so what better way to cover this subject than with two genre bending films. There are many parallels with this double feature that are unexpected. The Others (2001) is spellbinding tale of hauntings and awakening. Volver (2006) on the other-hand topsy, turvy, and tragic black-comedy sure to keep you

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01:21:13

Prequel Episode- Best Picture Noms, 2025 Upcoming...

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2025/02/20

After a short hiatus the Modern Classics Podcast is back and better than ever! There was a lot to catch up on so your hosts Mike and Kendell dive right into the Best Picture nominees for this years oscars, Upcoming films for 2025 and a brief on discussion on the loss of director David Lynch. Movies discussed include The Monkey, The Fantastic Four, Ash, The Thunderbolts, Superman, The Running Man, Mickey 17, Frankenstein and more. Tune in for next weeks episode where Volver (2006) and The Others

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01:16:20

Prequel Episode- Favorite Films of 2024 ( Alien:...

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2025/01/02

The Modern Classics Podcast kicks off 2025 with the best films of 2024. We watched a lot of movies this year which made this task surprisingly difficult. Not to mention that 2024 was a fantastic year in cinema! How can we choose?! Movies discussed include; Alien Romulus, The Substance, Challengers, Twisters, Monkey Man and so many more. This episode we also tackle what we thought were the worst releases of the year and the runner ups that just missed our top 5 picks. Hosted by Mike Evans and

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02:18:36

Unbreakabattle Royale

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2024/12/19

Battle Royale (2000) Vs. Unbreakable (2000)The category for today's Battle episode is "In The Year 2000". In true Modern Classics form we visit the year it all began. The year that makes a podcast about films released form the year 2000 to the present possible. And we begin the journey into this most prescient of times with Battle Royale. An ass kicker of a movie that spawned a new genre and a little known series called The Hunger Games. Then we breakdown the M. Night Shamaylan hit Unbreakable. A

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01:02:07

Prequel Episode- Siblings in 2000's Cinema, 2000 or...

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2024/12/05

Welcome to the Modern Classics Podcast. The only podcast strictly covering films released from the year 2000 to the present. Do you enjoy talking movies with a friend? Then look no further. On today's episode Mike and Kendell tackle Siblings in 2000's Cinema. Films discussed include Napoleon Dynamite, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Matrix Reloaded and more. The second and final segment of the show is a new trivia game "2000 or More" where Kendell is challenged to guess how many titles have been released

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01:55:56

Shaun of The Black Deadamite

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2024/11/21

Shaun Of The Dead (2004) Vs. Black Dynamite (2009) This weeks battle episode category is "Parody Films". Starting the conversation is Mike's pick "Shaun of The Dead". The 2004 zombie lampoon that has more to say about society than you might remember. Then it's one of Kendell's personal favorites "Black Dynamite". An outrageously well baked farce on the Blaxploitation genre. So come listen as your host breakdown each film, score each film and ultimately decide if either belongs on the Modern

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01:01:59

Prequel Episode- 2000's Horror Movie Bracket

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2024/10/31

Halloween Special : 2000's Horror Movie Bracket Happy Halloween and welcome to a very spooky episode of the Modern Classics Podcast. To celebrate the Holiday of Horror your hosts have created a 2000's horror movie bracket. Films discussed in this episode include 28 Days Later , Barbarian, The Ring, The Mist, Paranormal Activity and More. Also included in this episode is a quick review of Karyn Kusama's 2015 psychological horror film The Invitation. Make sure to rate, review, and share the show with

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01:34:39

Lord Of The Sky Return Of The Fall Part 3

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2024/10/24

Skyfall (2012)The finale for the "Third in A Series" battle saga is here! After "LOTR: Return of the King" scored a perfect 10 its Mike's turn to walk us through his "threequel" pick. Skyfall is perhaps the most renowned Daniel Craig lead 007 film. But does it have what it takes to score 8 or more stars and land on the Modern Classics Greatest Films of The 21 Century list? Want to hear more? Then tune in or miss out like "two rats on an Island" And if you don't get that joke then make sure to

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02:22:36

Lord Of The Sky Return Of The Fall Part 2

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2024/10/10

Lord of The Rings : Return of the King (2003) It's time to battle and the movie category is "Third In A Series". With so many franchises out there it was a tough choice but ultimatly your hosts landed on a very British double feature with "Lord of The Rings: Return of The King" and the 007 smash hit "Skyfall". On this episode Kendell guides us through Middle Earth and sets us on a course to destroy the one ring to rule them all. It's a very fun episode that is sure to please the biggest fans of

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01:21:58

Lord Of The Sky Return of The Fall Part 1

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2024/09/26

What was it like to be in the theater when the first "Lord of the Rings" trailer came on screen...? Who is the best Bond...? In part one of the "Third in a Series" battle saga hosts Mike and Kendell discuss what the Lord of the Rings and James Bond franchises meant to them as young cinema goers. But not before the grand reveal of the first 20 movies inducted onto the Modern Classics Podcast: Greatest Films of the 21 Century List. Movies discussed include Moonlight, Logan,

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02:10:16

Moonlooper

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2024/09/11

MULTIPLE ACTORS ONE CHARACTER: LOOPER (2014) vs. MOONLIGHT (2016) Welcome to the Modern Classics Podcast a show analyzing films released from the year 2000 to the present. You have clicked on a battle episode in which two films (and two hosts) will go head to head. Both films will be discussed, reviewed, and scored to determine if each will be inducted onto the Modern Classics Greatest Films of the 21st Century List! First its the wacky near future sci-fi spectacle Looper. Followed by the much

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01:00:51

Prequel Episode- Longlegs, Trap, Maxxxine, Deadpool &...

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2024/08/29

After a rousing battle last week Mike and Kendell slow things down to talk about their recent theater viewings. The discussion begins with Oz Perkins' serial killer thriller "Longlegs" starring Modern Classics Podcast favorite Nic Cage. Followed by another serial killer story with M. Night Shyamalan's "Trap". Plus Mike shares his thoughts on "Maxxxine" along with "Deadpool & Wolverine". Also included is a round of Making the Cut. Stay updated by

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02:40:56

The Hidden Network

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2024/08/22

The Social Network (2010) vs. Hidden Figures (2016)Sometimes Mike and Kendell don't agree on films. Which is certainly the case in today's "Movie With Smart People" battle. First up its the David Fincher tech start up thriller "The Social Network" followed by the fact based space/race drama "Hidden Figures". If you like to argue about movies you're at the right place today. So get ready to crunch some numbers just don't smash your keyboard in the

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01:15:16

Prequel Episode- Special Guest Billiam Cass!

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2024/08/15

Host of "Future Flicks With Billiam" Mr. Billiam Cass joins your hosts to share what 2000's films he believes should be included on the Modern Classics Greatest Films of The 21 Century List. Topics include Open Range (2003), The Holiday (2006), Yesterday (2019) and many more. Also included is a round of Making The Cut. The Modern Classics' movie release year trivia game. Make sure to rate and review the show also check out Future Flicks With Billiam wherever you listen to

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02:42:56

Fantastic Mr. Show Fox

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2024/08/08

Best in Show (2000) vs Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)It's a Battle Episode and the category is Animal Movies. Kendell's pick "Best In Show" is a masterclass in improve hat kicked off a new millennium full of indie comedy gems. Then your hosts get to Mike's choice with "Fantastic Mr. Fox". A laid back stop motion family adventure brought to us by arthouse auteur Wes Anderson. It's a creature double feature that will leave you "barking" and "clawing"

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00:57:35

Prequel Episode- Streaming Wrap Up, Cinema Wrap ,...

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2024/08/01

Thanks for tuning in! This week is a brief discussion on the Beverly Hills Cop franchise reboot. Then Mike gives some recommendations for what to watch on streaming. Also Kendell reviews a few films from his most recent trips to the cinema. Movies discussed in this episode include Hit Man (2023), Under Paris (2023), Datk Waters (2019), Looper (2012), Teeth (2007), Self Reliance (2024) and more!Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and Tik Tok

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02:40:01

13 Perfect Assassin Days

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2024/07/25

13 Assassins (2010) Vs. Perfect Days (2023) This installment of the Modern Classics Podcast is a Japanese Cinema Battle! It's also an accidental Koji Yakusho double feature. Mike's pick is the highly underrated samurai epic "13 Assassins". While Kendell came with Best International Feature nominee "Perfect Days". It's martial arts madness versus quiet mediations on aging (we love variety). Join your hosts as they decide whether these films are true Modern Classics

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