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Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave

Each week Phil or Dave grab a movie off of their shelves and revisit it. They decide if it stays on the shelf and if not, why?? Did the movie not age well? Has our taste changed over the years? Or do we like it even more than before!? Phil and Dave"s tastes are significantly different so it"s interesting to see the different views. Share your views with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

tv & film film reviews

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01:11:41

1994's The Santa Clause

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/12/15

Podcasting isn't believing, believing is podcasting as Dave takes 1994's The Santa Clause off the shelf. He finds little to enjoy in this holiday movie that has somehow managed to get 30 years of content out of it. 3 movies and a Disney+ series. Despite Dave's appreciation of Tim Allen, even he can't melt Dave's cold Christmas heart. However, Phil didn't enjoy much of this movie either as he felt that that North Pole wasn't cute or interesting and the portrayal of stressed out elves didn't do much

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01:24:58

2003's Elf

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/12/07

"Podcast! That's a fun word to say! Podcast! podcaaaast! Podcassssst!. Phil takes 2003's Elf off the shelf this week and is able to reconnect to the magic and wonder of Christmas. He feels it may be the last Christmas classic. Dave disagrees and finds none of the charm to be convincing and questions the blending of the real, surreal and unreal. As a result, none of the relationships connect and is happy to move on.

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01:08:59

2011's Adjustment Bureau

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/12/01

"All I have are the podcasts I make...come what may" - Dave takes 2011's Adjustment Bureau off the shelf this week and is a little less than impressed with the rewatch. Phil find similarities to many other movies and feels as though it is lesser in almost every way. There is no denying the chemistry the leads have a certainly a great cast but ultimately doesn't get to the heights is could have.

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01:07:50

2003's Runaway Jury

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2024/11/24

"Trials are too important to be left to podcasts" - Dave takes 2003's Runaway Jury off the shelf this week. He loves getting another dose of Gene Hackman in another great performance. The rest of the cast delivers too although the movie doesn't really sustain it until the end. It's our first Grisham novel adaptation and Phil laments the lack of the glory days of the 90s where they were ubiquitous. The cat and mouse story is compelling even if some of the decisions near the end don't always add

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01:08:11

2008's Role Models

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2024/11/16

"You know what I used to do at breakfast? Podcast. Know what I used to at lunch? Podcast. - Dave takes 2008's Role Models off the shelf. He feels the movie's sense of humour aligns with his and found himself yearning to join LAIRE. Phil found himself strangely moved by all the relationships in the movie. Finally enjoys a performance of Sean William Scott and completely bought in to the story of misfits finding acceptance and friendship. A movie better than it has any right to be.

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01:18:45

2017's Dunkirk

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/11/09

"I can almost see it from here...podcast" - Dave takes 2017's Dunkirk off the shelf this week and finally reveals what we already knew; he's a Nolan guy. The manner in which this film is told is unique to Nolan and his skill. Piecing together the timelines makes the second and third watches enjoyable but it's the visceral experience of that first watch that is magic. Phil finds the movie making skill to be on full display and they both agree that the cast in this movie is incredible with a special

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01:17:57

1957's A Face in the Crowd

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2024/11/01

"Lonesome Rhoads is the podcast. The Podcast is Lonesome Rhoads" - Phil takes 1957's A Face in the Crowd off the shelf this week and wonders why, in this political climate, it is not talked about more. A movie that despite it being made almost 70 years ago still bites as hard as it did then. A brilliant movie about the influence of the media and the disdain some of the people in power have for the people. Dave loves getting into another black and white film and enjoys another opportunity to se Lee

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00:52:18

Halloween- The Return

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/10/31

The Halloween series was more of a trick than a treat for Dave but as all the original films were taken off the shelf, Phil and Dave casually revisit the original and those that followed in the context of the series. Join us as we go back to Haddonfield.

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01:12:42

2002's Halloween Resurrection

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/10/25

"Michael Myers is not a podcast. He's a killer shark" - Phil takes 2002's Halloween Resurrection off the shelf and fondly remembers working at the video store when this was shot and shares some stories of hanging out with the actor who plays Michael. The fond memories end there as Dave discovers that whatever good will may have been earned last time is sorely wasted in the first 15 minutes. The franchise struggles to redefine itself and neither Phil nor Dave think it succeeds at all. Stick around to

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01:17:56

1998's Halloween H20

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/10/18

"Has anyone ever told you that second hand podcasts kill?" - Phil takes 1998's Halloween H20 off the shelf. Dave wonders why this movie doesn't have a water theme and continues to wonder what is happening in this franchise. Phil explains that 6 was a mess and this is an attempt to clean it up by turning to the Scream model. Phil still finds this movie lacking but with some really good scenes and Dave grants the series a little bit of good will by the end of it.

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01:23:03

1995's Halloween 6

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/10/11

"It's his podcast now, and I know where he wants to play it" - Phil takes 1995's Halloween 6 off the shelf. Dave wonders if the curse of Michael Myers is that he has to watch this nearly incoherent sequel. Phil remembers really enjoying this entry upon it's release but time has not been kind. There is a deal made to revisit the movie with the producer's cut with pizza to make more sense of this mess.

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01:18:18

1994's Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/10/06

Dave tries to stay out of Phil's personal affairs as he brings 1994's Ace Ventura: Pet Detective off the shelf. Phil didn't find the over the top antics of Jim Carrey appealing as he once did unless it got cold enough. Dave shares memories of high school in 1994 and the impact the movie had on him.

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01:40:00

1997's Contact

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/09/29

"Dad, do you think there are podcasts on other planets?" - Dave takes 1997's Contact Off the Shelf this week. Phil thinks Matthew McConaughey is terribly miscast and the movie suffers as a result. Dave doesn't have as many problems with it but makes it harder to get into. The movie asks questions but doesn't have the strength to answer them.

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01:19:30

1998's Fallen

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/09/21

"I'm going to tell you about a time I almost podcasted" - Phil takes 1998's Fallen Off the Shelf and remembers seeing it in theatres, in Winnipeg! He loved it then, loves it now. Dave had never seen it before and was impressed by performances and the twists along the way. A few scenes so good, Phil can't pick just one.

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01:32:43

2007's Live Free or Die Hard

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/09/15

"That's what makes you that podcast" - Dave attempts to get even with Phil by taking 2007's Live Free or Die Hard Off the Shelf. Phil remembers why he hasn't seen this movie before but doesn't blame Bruce by the end. A bland action movie with a bland villain makes the movie far less enjoyable than its predecessors. Dave enjoys Bruce as always, doesn't care that the plot is a little thin and doesn't hate Kevin Smith's involvement as much either. He does

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01:32:59

1995's Die Hard With a Vengeance

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/09/07

"Today we decide which Podcast we want to buy" - it's the summer in the city as Dave takes 1995's Die Hard With a Vengeance off the shelf. Phil remembers loving this movie and it turns out all his favorite stuff is in the first hour. Unfortunately, the back half is a but of a struggle. Dave loves seeing the drunk and hungover Bruce and enjoys the addition of Sam Jackson as a hilarious foil. We both miss Bonnie Bedelia and that relationship though.

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01:58:17

1985's Rocky IV

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/08/29

"What started out as a joke has now turned into a podcast" - It's East vs. West as Phil takes 1985's Rocky 4 off the shelf. He remembers seeing this movie in the theatre and admits that though not as good as Rocky, it may be his favorite. Dave misses Mr. T but enjoys the Rock of 85. Paulie still sucks.

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01:41:34

1982's Rocky III

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/08/23

"My Prediction? Podcast" - It's round three as Phil takes 1982's Rocky 3 off the shelf. Phil looks at the film through the lens of Stallone's career and remarks the physical and character changes that Rocky underwent between the sequels and how it keeps Phil at a distance until the back half. Dave comes to this movie fresh and enjoys the presence of Mr. T and welcomes the return of Carl Weathers but questions the benefits of slow motion running on a beach.

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01:32:44

2013's Oblivion

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/08/15

"Is it possible to miss a podcast you've never heard? Dave finds out as he takes 2013's Oblivion Off the Shelf. Once again, Phil visits his dark period where movies just came and went without him barely noticing. Some interesting ideas are not followed through enough and characters don't have any personality. Dave loves the audio and visuals but fails to uphold his commitment to defend this film and settles on lukewarm

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01:32:10

1998's Dark City

Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave ·

2024/08/08

"Sleep Now" as Phil takes 1998's Dark City off the shelf. Once again we discuss our love of the film noir aesthetic. Phil remembers an early DVD purchase and an immediate love of this somewhat forgotten film. We discuss the Career of Alex Proyas and Dave talks about his appreciation of the pace, style and performances and can't quite place his memory of seeing it before. Fitting, isn't it?

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