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Now Playing - The Movie Review Podcast

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The hosts of Now Playing Podcast dive deep into every franchise from Bond, DC and Marvel to Mad Max, Andromeda Strain to Wolverine, breaking down each film with sharp insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and a lot of humor. If a movie has a sequel (or three), we’ve probably reviewed it with real research, real opinions, and zero patience for bad movies.

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01:13:52

Jigsaw

Now Playing - The Movie Review Podcast ·

2017/10/31

Seven Year's Later...it's again Halloween; it's again Now Playing reviewingSaw! The "torture porn" genre had fallen out of vogue, andSaw's grosses fell to match. Now, not quite a decade later, is the world ready for more traps and (plot) twists? Does theSawcut as deep in its eighth iteration? Strap on your bucket and join Arnie, Jakob, and Marjorie to find out! {Saw Series}

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01:34:10

Leatherface (2017)

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2017/10/24

Texas Chainsaw 3Dwas a success in 2013, but the fast-tracked sequel got mired in studio bureaucracy and changes in creative teams. Finally, nearly five years later, comesLeatherface--a prequel to Tobe Hooper's originalThe Texas Chain Saw Massacre. It has been available to DirecTV customers for the past month, but now it's streaming through all major platforms. Can this new prequel give a better origin story for Leatherface than Platinum Dunes' attempt? Join Arnie, Stuart, and Brock to find

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01:32:50

Death Wish 3

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2017/10/17

Paul Kersey has returned to New York (or London). He didn't come intending to fight a gang war, but he finds his war buddy gunned down. It's a fight Kersey didn't start, but he intends to finish it inDeath Wish 3. It's the firstDeath Wishthat is officially a Cannon film. Does theirOver the Topaesthetic help Charles Bronson's franchise? Join the Now Playing Podcast hosts to find out! {Death Wish Series}

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01:54:47

Blade Runner 2049

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2017/10/10

In the early '80s, the dawn of home video, it would be easy to think movies had a lifespan of only four years.But Ridley Scott's creationBlade Runnerescaped box-office failure to find its own life. Its imagery still influences artists 35 years after being released, and it's spawned novels, video games, and more. But now this dystopian vision returns to big screens with a sequel:Blade Runner 2049. Harrison Ford returns as Deckard, a man with secrets sought after by a new Blade Runner played by Ryan

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01:26:04

Death Wish II

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2017/10/03

Paul Kersey has lived a peaceful life for years in Los Angeles with his girlfriend, his daughter, and his housekeeper. Yet his tranquil existence will once more be shattered by a group of criminals who will assault his family. Now Paul is back on the streets, stalking the streets of Skid Row, looking for revenge. Does thisDeath Wishhit as hard as the original? Listen to this episode of Now Playing to find out! {Death Wish Series}

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01:14:05

Bloody Birthday

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2017/09/26

Three children were all born during the solar eclipse. Does that mean these little sociopaths have no soul? Their birthday wish...is for you to die! That's the plot ofBloody Birthday, a 1981 film "so shocking" it couldn't see wide release until 1986! How does thisBirthdaysurprise stack up against similar-themed slashers? Wish co-host Stuart a happy birthday as we cut into this Patron-selected film! {Individual Movie Reviews}

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02:07:12

Kingsman: The Golden Circle

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2017/09/24

Fledgling spy Eggsy Unwin (Taron Egerton) barely had time to assume his place as Galahad before chirpy drug czar Poppy Adams (Julianne Moore) reduced the whole Kingsman Round Table to rubble. Now the English gentleman must dust off his suit and accept assistance from newfound American allies Jeff Bridges, Halle Berry, Channing Tatum, and Pedro Pascal. How many shots of whiskey will it take to ply recommends from Yank hosts Stuart, Arnie, and Jakob? Their review of this highly anticipated sequel is

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01:31:57

Death Wish (1974)

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2017/09/19

In 1974 Charles Bronson made his entry in the self-defense/revenge genre withDeath Wish. The film is a gritty look at a New Yorker who is pushed to the breaking point by the city's rampant crime. Based on a novel, is this just another grim exploitation flick, or does itWishto be something more? Load up with Stuart, Arnie, and Jakob as they begin their series reviewing all the Death Wish films--ending with the Eli Roth/Bruce Willis reboot this November! {Death Wish Series}

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01:31:15

Happy Birthday to Me

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2017/09/12

First cameHalloween. ThenFriday the 13th. Soon after, no holiday was safe!New Year's Evil, Mother's Day, Graduation Day. Prom Night...all became occasions for slasher fests. Then in 1981 it was time to blow out the candles withHappy Birthday to Me, a murder-mystery slasher starringLittle House on the Prairie's Melissa Sue Anderson, andSuperman's dad Glenn Ford.It's Now Playing co-host Arnie's birthday today, and listener Matt has chosen this to be his gift! Is it all he wished for? Join him, Stuart,

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01:09:39

Radio Free Albemuth

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2017/08/29

Philip K. Dick's novelRadio Free Albemuthwas published in 1985, three years after the author's death and nine years after the book was written. Yet with the author's name as propellant, this discarded novel was optioned for a low-budget movie. After lengthy post-production the filmRadio Free Albemuthwas released direct-to-VOD in 2014. Can the acting (and singing) of Alanis Morissette help audiences swallow this film's extra-terrestrial premise? Listen to find out! {Philip K. Dick Series}

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00:58:49

Total Recall (2012)

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2017/08/22

Do you remember Arnold Schwarzenegger's 1990 movieTotal Recall? If not, Columbia Pictures will remind you with their wholesale retelling of that film. Featuring Colin Farrell in the lead this movie was quickly forgotten in theaters. But now, after much listener demand,the Now Playing hosts give Len Wiseman his props! So join Stuart, Brock, and Jakob for this return to our Philip K Dick Retrospective Series! {Philip K. Dick Series} {Total Recall Series}

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01:32:00

Annabelle: Creation

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2017/08/15

Annabellewas a prequel toThe Conjuring.Now we go even further back in time withAnnabelle: Creation--the story of the doll's manufacture and first possession. These films hit big at the box office, but can this demonic doll break the curse of getting no recommends from the Now Playing hosts? Listen to find out! {Conjuring Series}

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01:43:37

The Dark Tower

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2017/08/09

Over the span of 34 years Stephen King wrote hisDark Towersaga of books, amassing more than 4,000 pages of lore. The story features the last legendary Gunslinger on a quest to ward off evil forces and reach The Dark Tower. The story has often been called "unfilmable" but, after nearly two decades of trying, the story has come to the screen. Is it an epic fit for King, or another dark tale that didn't survive the leap from page to screen? Join Stuart, Jakob, and Arnie on their quest to unravel the

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01:42:19

Dunkirk

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2017/08/01

Christopher Nolan's latest film tells of the English army's rescue from German assault atDunkirk. The director is relying on visual spectacle over star power, choosing mostly unknown actors for many of the lead roles. But what can Nolan's unique film-making and storytelling style add to distinguishDunkirkfrom other World War II films? Jump on the boat with Arnie, Jakob, and Stuart to find out! {Nolan Series}

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01:25:11

T2: Trainspotting

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2017/07/25

Trainspottingwas a breakthrough film, gaining acclaim for both director Danny Boyle and star Ewan McGregor. Now, twenty years after their original tale of Scottish heroin addicts, the stars and director come together to catch up on the lives of Rent Boy, Spud, Sick Boy, and Franco. Who kicked the habit, and who hasn't? And what consequences are due for Renton stealing the£16,000? Choose life! Choose to listen to Now Playing and find out! {Trainspotting Series}

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01:18:09

Trainspotting

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2017/07/18

In 1996 director Danny Boyle exploded on the indie film scene with his octane-fueled heroin comedy-dramaTrainspotting. Based on the eponymous novel by Irvine Welsh, the film has a unique vibe, a killer soundtrack, and turned Ewan McGregor into a star. Can the 20-year-old film give the Now Playing hosts the same high it once did? Choose life. Choose Now Playing. Inject this into your ears now! {Trainspotting Series}

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01:58:28

Baby Driver

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2017/07/04

No,Baby Driverisnotabout an infant taking his parents' car for a spin.Baby Driveris the latest film fromScott Pilgrim vs the WorldandShaun of the Deadauteur Edgar Wright. For his fifth studio film Wright brings his unique take to the car chase genre. Or is it the musical? No matter. Load up your iPod Classic, pop in your ear buds, and join the hosts of Now Playing for this revved up movie review! {Edgar Wright Series}

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02:12:18

Transformers: The Last Knight

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2017/06/27

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Michael Bay’sTransformersfranchise. To commemorate, Paramount and Bay have released the fifth movie in the series:The Last Knight. And this seems to be Bay’s last go-round with these Autobots and Decepticons. The box office is soft, but could Bay have possibly saved the best for last? And where does the franchise go from here? ROLL OUT with the hosts of Now Playing to hear their thoughts!

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01:36:16

Bad Boys 2

Now Playing - The Movie Review Podcast ·

2017/06/20

Bad Boysexploded in 1995. The career surge it caused for both stars Smith and Lawrence, as well as for director Bay, meant an eight-year wait for the sequel. In 2003 theBoyswere back and it was bigger, badder, and much longer. But was itbetter? Join the bad boys of Now Playing Podcast for their review to find out! {Bad Boys Series}

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01:36:20

Bad Boys

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2017/06/13

In 1995 Will Smith was a sitcom star with a rap career. Martin Lawrence was host of HBO'sDef Comedy Jam, and his own showMartinwhere he would cross-dress to play Sheneneh. And Michael Bay was an unknown, save for a few stylish music videos. Their careers all blew up, as did several cars and an airplane, when they teamed up to makeBad Boys. Now join the bad boys of Now Playing for their review of this action classic! {Bad Boys Series}

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