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PODCAST

The Test of Time

Alan Noah and James Brief

Are the classic movies of our childhood really as great as we remember them? Hosts Alan Noah and James Brief take a fresh look at our favorite films to see if they have stood The Test of Time.

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

01:05:29

Episode 440: Magnolia (1999)

The Test of Time ·

2024/12/06

During one rainy day in the San Fernando Valley, people deal with grief, addiction, and daddy issues. Special guest Adam Pincas joins us to chat about a Fiona Apple interpretative dance, why Tom Cruise hasn’t won an Oscar, and the way that married people don’t have sex. Then we find out if Magnolia stands the Test of Time.

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45:09

Episode 439: The Wiz (1978)

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2024/11/29

A kindergarten teacher who’s never left Harlem is transported to a twisted version of New York City. Listen as we discuss Michael Jackson’s interest in Peter Parker, a very horny Tin Man, and the labor laws of Oz. Ease on down the road as we find out if The Wiz stands the Test of Time.

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43:46

Episode 435: Idiocracy (2006)

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2024/11/01

An average Joe is cryogenically frozen, and when he wakes up 500 years in the future, he’s the smartest person in the world. Special guest Mike Kahn joins us to chat about different kinds of electrolytes, vibrators at Target, and a president that actually admits to having sex with pornstars. If a great podcast is what you crave, join us as we find out if Idiocracy stands the Test of Time.

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26:08

Episode 434: Wishmaster (1997)

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2024/10/25

An evil genie unleashes terror by… granting wishes? For our Halloween episode, we talk about buying life insurance at the airport, fast-acting cancer, and a jarring turn towards camp. Then we see if Wishmaster stands the Test of Time.

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40:00

Episode 432: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

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2024/10/11

In rural Texas, five young people encounter a murderous family of cannibals. Join us as we chat about Alan’s internal monologue during an Ironman, plaster of paris animal bones, and our mothers' warnings about hitchhikers. Then we find out if The Texas Chain Saw Massacre stands the Test of Time.

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36:58

Episode 431: Shaun of the Dead (2004)

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2024/10/04

A slacker and his friends try to survive a zombie apocalypse. Listen as we share our thoughts on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the proper pronunciation of doppelgänger, and the opposite of Guardians of the Galaxy. Meet us at the Winchester as we find out if Shaun of the Dead stands the Test of Time.

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56:20

Episode 430: Trainspotting (1996)

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2024/09/27

A heroin addict attempts to kick his drug habit, but his so-called friends don’t help. Special guest Jonathan Weissler joins us to discuss starting over in Argentina, slow motion in a graveyard commercial, and reading "Porno" on the beach. Choose life as we find out if Trainspotting stands the Test of Time.

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56:02

Episode 429: The Transformers: The Movie (1986)

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2024/09/20

Good transforming robots wage war against evil transforming robots, as well as a more evil, giant transforming robot. Special guest Clinton Festa returns to discuss conspiracy theories about Optimus Prime’s death, gender in robot-based fiction, and the forgotten Dinobot. There’s more than meets the eye as we find out if The Transformers: The Movie stands the Test of Time.

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45:02

Episode 428: Leap of Faith (1992)

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2024/09/13

A conman has a crisis of conscience in a small Kansas town. Listen as we talk about the determination of wrestling champions, touching toes under a tree, and the perks of dating a Broadway producer. Then we find out if Leap of Faith stands the Test of Time.

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34:25

Episode 427: Outside Providence (1999)

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2024/09/06

After getting caught with drugs, a teenager is sent to prep school by his strict father. Listen as we discuss movie trailer phone etiquette, evil blonde boys, and how James feels about 1970s rock. Then we see if Outside Providence stands the Test of Time.

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50:41

Episode 426: Airheads (1994)

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2024/08/30

Three aspiring rockers use toy guns to take over a radio station in the hope of getting their music played. Special guest Jason Allen joins us to discuss Band-Aids on nipple rings, our favorite overture, and the heavy metal band that boosted Vin Diesel's career. Then we find out if Airheads stands the Test of Time.

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33:25

Episode 425: Brewster's Millions (1985)

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2024/08/23

To inherit $300 million, a minor league ballplayer needs to spend $30 million in one month. Join us as we chat about the lesson Hollywood learned from Twisters, a private lunch with Mariah Carey, and a waste of Rick Moranis. Then we find out if Brewster’s Millions stands the Test of Time.

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32:56

Episode 424: Rear Window (1954)

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2024/08/16

After an injury, a homebound man becomes convinced that one of his neighbors is a murderer. Listen as we discuss a Deadpool & Wolverine warning, Alan's OnlyFans page, and a suspicious photographer who doesn’t take any pictures. Then we find out if Rear Window stands the Test of Time.

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40:55

Episode 423: Good Morning, Vietnam (1987)

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2024/08/09

An irreverent radio DJ brings his unique sense of humor to soldiers in Vietnam. Listen as we chat about learning English from a fast talker, not knowing the Marx Brothers, and guys who think they’re funny but really aren't. Then we find out if Good Morning, Vietnam stands the Test of Time.

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43:02

Episode 422: Garden State (2004)

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2024/08/02

After his mother dies, a young man comes home and faces his past. Listen as we discuss the Nintendo World Champion, an aversion to medical-related fiction, and how to take advantage of generous exchange policies. Then we find out if Garden State stands the Test of Time.

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55:18

Episode 421: Valley Girl (1983)

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2024/07/26

A teenager in the San Fernando Valley is torn between her boyfriend and a Hollywood punk. Filmmaker and author Kevin Smokler joins us to chat about cheap music education, meaty roles for parents in teen movies, and different types of star-crossed lovers. Like, we’re for sure gonna find out if Valley Girl stands the Test of Time.

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41:10

Episode 420: Twister (1996)

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2024/07/19

An estranged husband and wife work together as they chase powerful tornadoes. Listen as we chat about Cracker Jack QR codes, strong coaxial cables, and scientists on a box of Wheaties. Then we find out if Twister stands the Test of Time.

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40:19

Episode 419: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994)

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2024/07/12

To stop a counterfeiting ring, Axel Foley infiltrates an amusement park. Listen as we talk about James’ beautiful beard, the details of dollars, and the fun part of sending interoffice memos. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop III stands the Test of Time.

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34:06

Episode 418: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987)

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2024/07/05

Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills to solve a series of violent crimes. Join us as we chat about the trouble with making sequels, shooting virtual reality guns, and keeping vitamins in a paper bag. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop II stands the Test of Time.

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45:56

Episode 417: Beverly Hills Cop (1984)

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2024/06/28

A Detroit police officer investigates the murder of his best friend in Beverly Hills. Listen as we chat about Eddie Murphy’s laugh, sequels on streamers, and saying "I love you" to your bro. Then we find out if Beverly Hills Cop stands the Test of Time.

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