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Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures

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A podcast about two best friends watching movies and inflicting them on each other.

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Flannel, Romance and Hallmark Genius | A Maple Valley...

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/12/24

In this episode of Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures, the guys dive into A Maple Valley Christmas (2022) to find out what really makes a Hallmark holiday movie special… or not. From cozy vibes and small-town charm to romance, tropes, and festive expectations, they break down what works, what doesn’t, and whether this Christmas classic earns its Hallmark stripes.Is it GENIUS or AWFUL? Listen to find out!

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83. Home Alone

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/12/16

Jim and Ben revisit Home Alone (1990) and discover a movie that’s far smarter — and more carefully constructed — than its reputation suggests. From tight screenwriting and character arcs to tone, music, and perspective, this isn’t just a slapstick Christmas comedy. It’s a remarkably efficient film where almost everything set up early pays off later, and where emotional moments carry as much weight as the chaos.

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82. Greenland

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/12/09

In this episode of Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures, we dive into Greenland (2020) — the Gerard Butler disaster thriller that turned out to be far more intense, grounded, and emotionally confronting than we expected.

32:26

81. The Last Airbender (2010)

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/11/24

Jim and Ben dive into M. Night Shyamalan’s The Last Airbender and ask whether this story is truly impossible to adapt. Why does every live action version struggle. Is the problem the medium, the structure, or the creative choices. We explore the acting, the bending, the script, the production design and the deeper challenges of translating a nearly perfect animated series into a movie format. Join us as we unpack what went wrong, what could never have worked, and what might still be worth

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80. Avatar (2009)

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/11/09

Jim and Ben dive into James Cameron’s Avatar to figure out why it became a $3 billion phenomenon. From groundbreaking technology to the simplest story ever told, they unpack how spectacle and marketing shaped one of the biggest movies of all time. Watch, listen, and decide if Avatar really earned its crown.linktr.ee/jimandbenmovieadventures

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79. Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/10/26

Jim and Ben revisit James Cameron’s Terminator 2: Judgment Day, the sequel that defined 90s action cinema. But when you strip away the explosions and one-liners, who really carries this movie? In this episode, Jim and Ben argue that the heart of T2 isn’t the T-800 or the T-1000, but Sarah Connor, whose character arc reshaped the action genre.Jim and Ben's Movie Adventures is a podcast of thoughtful and funny conversations about cinema old and new.

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78. Van Helsing (2004)

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/10/12

Jim and Ben take on Van Helsing (2004), where Hugh Jackman hunts monsters and Stephen Sommers makes every possible creative choice. From Richard Roxburgh’s unforgettable Dracula to CGI chaos and vampire eggs, it’s a wild ride through one of the most ambitious misfires of the 2000s.

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77. Young Frankenstein

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/09/26

Jim and Ben revisit Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein (1974), weighing Ben’s nostalgia against Jim’s fresh eyes and digging into its unusual episodic structure, comedy legacy, and unforgettable performances.

35:40

76. G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/09/13

Jim and Ben revisit G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009), unpacking how a star-studded cast and $175 million budget still led to one of the clunkiest blockbuster misfires of its era.

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75. The Jungle Book (1994)

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/09/06

Jim and Ben revisit Stephen Sommers’ 1994 The Jungle Book, a film that feels less like Kipling and more like a trial run for The Mummy. From talking animals that don’t talk, to collapsing temples and greedy treasure hunters, the DNA of Sommers’ later hits is already here. Jim comes in with fresh eyes, Ben brings nostalgia, and together they debate whether this forgotten ’90s family adventure deserves a second look.

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74. The Mummy Returns

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/08/29

Jim and Ben return to ancient Egypt for The Mummy Returns (2001), a sequel that goes bigger in every way. From wild CGI swings and reincarnation backstories to dirigibles and the infamous Scorpion King, the movie piles on spectacle and plot twists. But Rick and Evie’s chemistry still shines through it all. Join us as we dive into what works, what doesn’t, and why this sequel remains a fun ride despite doing too much.

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73. The Mummy (1999)

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/08/22

Jim and Ben revisit The Mummy (1999), Stephen Sommers’ pulp adventure that made Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz icons. Beneath the scarabs, sandstorms, and Imhotep’s curse is a script that’s way smarter than it looks. We dig into the unusual structure, the stealth mix of adventure, romance, and comedy, and why the film still works brilliantly today. The Mummy isn’t just a guilty pleasure, it’s a 90s adventure classic.

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72. Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/08/15

Jim and Ben take flight with Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow, the 2004 retro-futurist adventure that combined groundbreaking digital filmmaking with 1930s pulp style. Jim champions its bold vision and unique production story, while Ben questions whether the striking visuals can make up for its thin plot and uneven performances. From giant robots to hidden cinematic Easter eggs, we explore how this film became both a technical milestone and a polarizing curiosity.

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71. A Little Princess

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/08/08

Jim and Ben revisit A Little Princess (1995), an overlooked emotional powerhouse directed by Alfonso Cuarón. They explore the film’s surprising visual style, the fairy-tale themes, and how this early project foreshadows Cuaron’s later cinematic greatness. Does the film still work for modern audiences, and was it better than you remember?

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70. Draft Day

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/08/01

Jim and Ben break down why Jim picked this sports movie even though he pretty much hates all sports! Ben’s the NFL guy, Jim brings the cinematic analysis, and somehow Draft Day (2014) ends up being a surprise hit for both of them. It’s tight, smart, emotional…and seriously, it’s better than you remember.

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69. The Dark Knight

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/07/22

Jim and Ben revisit Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight to ask whether it still reigns supreme 17 years after release. From Ledger’s iconic Joker to the film’s lasting impact on the superhero genre, they break down why this entry still casts a long shadow. Is it unbeaten, or have newer films taken the crown?

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68. Star Wars Episode III Revenge of the Sith

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/07/13

Jim and Ben plunge into the fiery lava that is Revenge of the Sith to unpack its breathtaking scale, emotional highs, and the pivotal moment that reshaped the galaxy. They explore why Anakin’s turn to the dark side (while iconic), still feels rushed and structurally flawed, even amid some of the best action in Star Wars history. From opera houses to Mustafar, it’s a deep dive into a film that’s as glorious as it is broken.

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67. Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/07/02

Jim and Ben take on the most divisive Star Wars prequel in a scene-by-scene breakdown that nearly broke them. Jim thinks Attack of the Clones has aged like fine wine (although to be fair he doesn't actually drink wine), while Ben thinks it’s still a cinematic war crime. From sand rants to Yoda flips, pear cutting to political coups, it's all here — and yeah, we talk about that couch scene. Join us as we try to answer the question: is Episode II due for a modern redemption… or is it still the

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66. Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/06/24

Jim and Ben ignite their lightsabers to revisit The Phantom Menace—the most misunderstood Star Wars film of them all. From podracing and politics to Jar Jar Binks and galactic betrayal, they ask: was this movie always better than people said? This one's for the kids who never stopped loving it.

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65. 12 Angry Men (1957)

Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures ·

2025/06/17

This week, Jim and Ben step into the jury room to ask: how did a black-and-white film from 1957 with no names, no action, and one single room turn out to be one of the greatest movies ever made? It’s not just a masterpiece, it’s a quiet punch to the gut.

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