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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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01:20:47

Prequel Episode- Past Tens Awards, Movies about Music

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2024/07/18

On the latest prequel episode Mike and Kendell re-cap the Awards from the past ten (or maybe 14) battle episodes to determine a winner from each category. Also is a discussion of some of the best movies about music released in the 21st century. From 2002's "Drumline" to 2022's "Tar" your hosts try to "hit every note" they can. Remember to rate and review the show!Hosted by Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and Tik Tok

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02:31:35

Madaptation Men

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2024/07/11

Adaptation (2002) vs. Matchstick Men (2003) The category for this week's episode is "Nic Cage" with two films that proved to be a great double feature. Adaptation is a true hidden gem with two Nic Cages for the price of one (thank you Spike Jonze). The film follows the real life writer of the script Charlie Kaufman along with his fictitious twin brother on a wild ride that includes orchid heists, a car crash, and plenty of existential dread. Then your hosts dig into another forgotten

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01:08:23

Prequel Episode- Movies of 2008, A24 Questions

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2024/07/04

It's time for a Modern Classics Podcast prequel episode. A chance for Mike and Kendell to step away from the battle format and have some fun talking 21 century movies.Today your hosts discuss Kendell's picks for the best movies of 2008. An amazing year in cinema which includes In Bruges, Cloverfield, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and more. Then comes a round of A24 question. A game where the guesser has 24 questions to figure out what A24 produced film the challenger has chosen. Hosted by

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02:23:00

The Rundown Room

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2024/06/27

The Rundown (2003) vs. Escape Room (2019) The category for this week's Battle Episode is "Not Good But...Good". Your hosts take a break from the critically acclaimed section of the 2000's movie archive and instead chose two films with a little less prestige. First is the messy, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson lead, action adventure The Rundown. Followed by the 2019 schlocky, horror thriller Escape Room. Can either picture rise from B-movie status and make the Modern Classics

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01:04:46

Prequel Episode- Keep It 2000, Making The Cut, The...

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2024/06/20

Welcome to another hilarious prequel episode. It's time to take a break from the battling and touch on some subjects your hosts don't get to cover in the battle episode format. First is some poking fun at the mess that is Mike Myer's 2008 flop "The Love Guru". Also Kendell get's into the slightly underwhelming Jet Li lead "The One" from 2001. Also included is one of the shows newest segments called Keep It 2000 as well as a round of Making the Cut. Be sure to tune

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02:35:19

Empire Of Nope

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2024/06/13

Nope (2022) vs. Empire of Light (2022) This week's battle episode category is "Movies About The Movies". First up for discussion is Mike's pick Nope (2022). Jordan Peele's ambitious sci-fi epic complete with cowboys, aliens, and even a monkey. Next is category creator and winner of the show's previous battle Kendell who chose Empire Of Light (2022). A character drama exploring film, mental illness and life in 1980's England by another modern auteur Sam Mendes. It's

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01:21:00

Prequel Episode- Civil War, Monkey Man, Abigail,...

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2024/06/07

Join Mike and Kendell for a the most entertaining Prequel Episode yet. First Mike shares his final thoughts on The Woman King and his first reaction having just seen A24's new film Civil War. Then Kendell gives us the scoop on Monkey Man and Abigail (should you see them?). And a recap of the best films from one of the greatest years in early aughts cinema ; 2007. If you enjoy the show please rate, review and subscribe. Hosted by Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney Thomas Follow on Instagram and

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02:21:37

The Woman Daughter

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2024/05/30

The Lost Daughter (2021) Vs. The Woman King (2022)The Category for this week's battle is Female Directors. First is a breakdown of Maggie Gyllenhaal's directorial debut "The Lost Daughter" which wasn't exactly the film Mike expected. Then it's a breakdown of Gina Prince-Bythewood's "The Woman King" that packed a much needed punch to round out the episode. And of course what your host are really here for is to decide if either movie will be added to the Modern

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00:57:13

Prequel Episode- Must Watch Movies, Deadpool &...

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2024/05/23

The Modern Classics podcast is back this week with another rousing episode. First Mike and Kendell further breakdown the theme of last weeks Battle Episode (Never Seen It) and talk about some must watch movies of the 2000's that they still haven't gotten a chance to see. Plus a live reaction to the Deadpool and Wolverine trailer. Then Mike tests Kendell's knowledge of A24 films in a new game called A24 Questions. Hosted By Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and

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02:39:12

Logasite

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2024/05/16

Logan (2017) vs. Parasite (2019) It's another battle episode and the category is "Haven't Seen It". Mike challenged his co-host Kendell to pick a movie that has been highly recommended but he hasn't had a chance to see and boy did he deliver. As a result your hosts bring you an episode that is as much Claws versus Kims as it is X-man versus Poor Man. Join your hosts as they decide whether one, both or neither movies belong on the official Modern Classics: Greatest Films of

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00:48:38

Prequel Episode- Kendell's Questions, Dune Part 2, Mandy

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2024/05/09

It's a topic heavy episode today. First Kendell helps us review some important points to take away from our previous battle episodes. Then Mike gives his opinion of Dune Part 2; plus the legacy of Alejandro Jodorowsky's failed Dune project that unexpectedly shaped modern Sci-Fi cinema. Also stick around for Kendell's review of the wild Nic Cage lead Mandy (2018). Hosted By Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and Tik Tok @modernclassicspodcast

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02:16:34

I Am Mossessor

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2024/05/03

I Am Mother (2019) vs. Possessor (2020) The category for this weeks' battle episode is Tech-Based Horror. Ever want to see a movie where Hillary Swank fights a robot with a "mommy" complex? How about a movie with an assassin who controls the minds of other to carry out her killings? Mix them together and you get a female lead double feature that is sure to please. Come join the hosts as they break these two pictures down and decide if either belong on The Modern Classics' Greatest

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01:00:37

Prequel Episode - Frantzy Moreau Interview

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2024/04/25

Frantzy Moreau Interview! The hosts take a break from their two man show this week to speak with Franzty Moreau! A Miami based award winning filmmaker with a vision for cinema. His latest short film (BOY WITH ANGEL WINGS) won a Telly Award. It was also nominated for Best Short at the Bronze Lens Film Festival, Best Actor at Sunshine City Film Festival, Best Short at The Black and Art Film Festival, and a Slate Award for Best Supporting Actress. Also discussed is his previous award winning short

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02:28:03

No Country For Birdman

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2024/04/18

No Country for Old Men vs. Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) **THIS EPISODE CONTAINS MOVIE SPOILERS** Thanks for tuning in "Friendo". We know these movies are good, but are they good enough to make the Modern Classics: Greatest Movies of the 21 Century list? That's up to your hosts to decide. It's a showdown between two masterpieces from three auteurs with two legendary casts. No Country For Old Men is a slick and technical game of cat versus mouse set to the

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01:02:34

Prequel Episode- Past Tens Awards, Anatomy of a Fall,...

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2024/04/15

On this episode Kendell and Mike review the awards from the past ten films covered on the podcast. Also a review of Anatomy of A Fall and Kendell's take on the new Bob Marley: One Love movie. All of that plus they reveal next weeks Battle Episode Category and film Picks. Hosted By : Mike Evans And Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram and Tik Tok @modernclassicspodcast

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02:18:36

Blow The Gentlemen Down

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2024/04/04

Blow The Man Down (2019) vs. The Gentlemen (2019)How much fish is too much fish? Is Jeremy Strong a good actor? Will Matthew McConaughey ever escape his Lincoln Spokesperson persona? All of these questions and more will be answered on today's battle episode. Join Mike and Kendell as they rock the boat and give these two movies the old bobs your uncle. It's a fast paced old fashioned mens movie versus a female lead charmer with plenty to offer in the way of mystery. But these two movies have

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00:52:09

Prequel Episode-2024 Sequels/Best Documentary Shorts

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2024/03/28

The main topic for todays episode is the surplus of sequels coming out this year. Do we need another Gladiator film? Who is Twisters for and why does Mike like the original so much? Will the I.P. recycling ever end? Your hosts will attempt to answer these question and so much more on this week's Prequel Episode. Plus Kendell's break down of the Oscar nominated Documentary Shorts and a round of the Modern Classics new game "Making the Cut". If you enjoy the show be sure to rate and

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02:02:23

A Girl Walks Host Alone At Night

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2024/03/21

The Host (2006) vs. A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014) It's battle time between a giant monster and the girl with a thirst for blood. Two international films that bring chills and thrills in unexpected ways. The Host is a hilarious Bong Joon-ho treasure that packs a punch (or maybe more accurately it packs a tail whip like no other). While A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night from Lily Ana Amirpour is a subtle triumph in tone and a unique twist on the vampire genre. So join your hosts as they

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00:28:49

Prequel Episode- Remake Ideas/Making The Cut

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2024/03/14

Do you like remakes? Was Deep Blue Sea released in the 2000's? Before next weeks battle Mike and Kendell discuss possible remakes they would enjoy seeing and the trend of remakes/reboots in general. Plus a new game segment called Making The Cut where the hosts' will test their knowledge of 2000's releases. Hosted by Mike Evans and Kendell-Sweeney Thomas Follow @modernclassicspodcast on Instagram and Tik Tok

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00:42:24

Oscar Picks 2024

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2024/03/09

It's Oscars time and the Modern Classics Podcast has some hot takes on this years nominees. Its undeniable that 2023 was a fantastic year in cinema. Some of the best films made the cut for a nomination while others got hung out to dry. So join your hosts as they breakdown who will and who should win in their respective categories. Topics will include : Best Picture, Best Director, Best Animated Feature, Best Actor/Actress, Best Supporting Actor/Actress, Best Original Screenplay, Best Sound, Best

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