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Our Hero De Niro

Mike and Mike (No Relation)

Join Mike and Mike (no relation) as they embark on a cinematic adventure through Robert De Niro"s legendary—and occasionally questionable—filmography, one randomly selected movie at a time. From iconic classics to "What were they thinking?" moments, each episode is packed with recaps, lively discussions, and fresh takes on the works of one of cinema"s greatest actors.

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The Alto Knights (2025)

Our Hero De Niro ·

2025/03/25

We dive into The Alto Knights, where Robert De Niro pulls double duty as feuding mobsters Frank Costello and Vito Genovese. From clunky narration to chaotic editing, we unpack this curious late-career entry and reflect on dual De Niros and the modern theatergoing experience. Wikipedia page for The Alto Knights. Film recommended this episode: Hell or High Water Zodiac Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com. Next week: Meet

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01:15:34

Godsend (2004)

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2025/03/18

This week, we tackle Godsend, a psychological horror-thriller that somehow manages to be neither. Starring Greg Kinnear, Rebecca Romijn, and Robert De Niro as a shady fertility doctor, the film follows a grieving couple who clone their dead son—only to discover something is deeply wrong with their 'miracle' child. We break down the absurd twists, baffling logic, and failed attempts at horror in this early-2000s misfire. Wikipedia page for Godsend. Films recommended this episode: The Pope’s

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01:25:17

Cop Land (1997)

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2025/03/11

In this episode of Our Hero De Niro, we dive into James Mangold’s 1997 crime drama Cop Land, a film that’s more of a Sylvester Stallone showcase than a Robert De Niro vehicle. We break down the movie’s tight storytelling, its stacked cast of ‘90s heavyweights, and its neo-Western themes, while also discussing Stallone’s surprising performance as a quiet, overlooked sheriff in a town full of corrupt cops. We analyze the film’s commentary on police corruption, its use of violence, and whether its

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01:41:38

Zero Day (2025) - Part 2

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2025/03/04

In the conclusion of our Zero Day coverage, we unpack the show's wild pivots, last-minute conspiracies, and whether it sticks the landing (spoiler: it doesn’t). We dive into how the series squanders its premise with muddled messaging and half-baked political intrigue. We also break down the show's frustrating reluctance to take a stance, its unceremonious character exits, and whether all the buildup leads to anything meaningful in the end. Wikipedia page for Zero Day. Films recommended this

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01:36:19

Zero Day (2025) - Part 1

Our Hero De Niro ·

2025/02/25

In this episode, we break from our usual format to discuss the first half of Zero Day, Netflix’s new limited series starring Robert De Niro. We dive into the show’s slow pacing, political themes, and De Niro’s performance as a former U.S. president navigating cyberterrorism, domestic threats, and his own unraveling mind. Along the way, we examine the series’ muddled messaging and whether its six-hour runtime is justified. Wikipedia page for Zero Day. TV shows recommended this episode:

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02:01:00

Dirty Grandpa (2016)

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2025/02/18

In the longest episode of Our Hero De Niro yet, the Mikes take on Dirty Grandpa, a raunchy road trip comedy starring Robert De Niro and Zac Efron. They break down the film’s relentless shock humor, bizarre character choices, and surprising box office success despite critical panning. Tracking every laugh (or lack thereof), they debate whether the movie works as a comedy, discuss De Niro’s commitment to the role, and question the logic—or absence of it—behind the film’s wildest moments. Wikipedia

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01:23:13

15 Minutes (2001)

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2025/02/11

In the film 15 Minutes, Robert De Niro portrays a media-savvy detective who is on the hunt for fame-hungry criminals who turn murder into entertainment. While the film aims to critique sensationalism, it unintentionally touches on issues related to immigration—though this isn’t always deliberate. Balancing exaggerated satire and a stylized early 2000s buddy cop thriller, we explore whether 15 Minutes offers meaningful commentary on media and justice or simply exploits the culture it seeks to

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01:43:20

Savage Salvation (2022), with Ashley Graber

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2025/02/04

For the first time on Our Hero De Niro, we have a special guest—Mike’s cousin Ashley! She helps us make sense of the 2022 "thriller" Savage Salvation. Does this film offer any commentary on America's opioid epidemic, or is it just a tax write-off? How does Robert De Niro look with a mustache? And who is director Randall Emmett, anyway? Join us as the three of us try to unravel it all while attempting to salvage what's our sanity. Wikipedia page for Savage Salvation. Films recommended this episode:

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01:24:40

Righteous Kill (2008)

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2025/01/28

What happens when two of cinema's greatest actors reunite after a decade, only to find themselves in a film that doesn’t match their caliber? You get Righteous Kill. This episode kicks off our exploration of Al Pacino’s work, marking the first of four films featuring the legendary actor. Plus, it’s likely the only time we’ll be discussing the unique on-screen presence of Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. Wikipedia page for Righteous Kill. Films recommended this episode: Insomnia Justified (okay, this is a

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01:26:17

The Untouchables (1987)

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2025/01/21

It's a battle of good vs. evil, law enforcement vs. gangsters, and Costner vs. De Niro in this week's episode, where Mike and Mike review Brian De Palma's crime film set during Prohibition, The Untouchables. Wikipedia page for The Untouchables. Films recommended this episode: Public Enemies The Iron Claw Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com. Next week: Righteous Kill

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01:31:48

Ezra (2023)

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2025/01/14

Mike and Mike watch Robert De Niro's newest screen credit in the 2023 comedy-drama film Ezra, in which Bobby Cannavale abducts his son across state lines. Wikipedia page for Ezra. Films recommended this episode: Boiling Point American Fiction Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com. Next week: The Untouchables Supplemental link(s): "Which Robert De Niro Character Are You?" Quiz

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01:20:51

Greetings (1968)

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2025/01/07

In the inaugural episode of Our Hero De Niro, Mike and Mike review Robert De Niro's first credited role in Brian De Palma's 1968 black comedy film, Greetings. Wikipedia page for Greetings. Films recommended this episode: Putney Swope Clerks Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com. Next week: Ezra (2023) Supplemental link(s): A Portrait of Donald J. Trump, by Vic Berger

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