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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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01:28:55

Prequel Episode- 2000's Villains, Music Picks, Ang Lee

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2025/09/25

Today's episode is all about villains as we explore the subject in our segment Keep It 2000. We also play a round of 2000 or More where Mike's knowledge of Ang Lee's filmography will be put to the test. Movies discussed in this episode include No Country For Old Men, XMen, Whiplash, Lord of The Rings, Us, Whiplash, Finding Nemo, Gangs of New York, There Will Be Blood, Training Day, Gangs of New York, The Dark Knight, and more. Remember to rate, review and follow the show!Hosted by: Mike

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03:01:27

Whale Kontroller

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2025/09/18

Whale Rider (2003) vs Kontroll (2003)The Category is “Movies From 2003” and your hosts are bringing two lesser known films to the battle arena. First up is “Whale Rider”. A coming of age tale out of New Zealand with a stunning performance from Keisha Castle-Hughes. Next up is the Hungarian indie thriller “Kontroll”. A wild ride into the depths of Budapest’s underground metro system. Mike and Kendell will discuss both films ending with a star score for each pick. If the combined star score of either

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01:57:20

Prequel Episode- Movies of 2003/Weapons/Toxic Avenger

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Welcome to another Prequel Episode. Mike and Kendell tackle movies in 2003. Do you remember some of your favorites from that year? Tune in to see if any are discussed. Movies covered include Head of State, Big Fish, Lost In Translation, League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Master and Commander plus a lot more. Your Hosts also had some time to catch up on some films they recently got the chance to see including Weapons (2025) and Toxic Avenger (2025). If you enjoy the show make sure to follow, rate and

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03:29:03

Under The Seven Psychopaths Lake

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2025/09/04

Seven Psychopaths (2012) vs. Under The Silver Lake (2018)The category for today's battle is "Encore Performances". Both hosts chose a film starring an actor that was covered in a previous battle episode. Kendell's actor was Christopher Walken who was previously discussed in "The Rundown". His encore performance is in the Martin McDonagh's "Seven Psychopaths" a meta action/comedy with some unexpected twists. Mike went with "Under The Silver Lake". His encore performer being Andrew Garfield who was

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01:31:57

Prequel Episode- Superman, Eddington, Sing Sing,...

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2025/08/28

This week your hosts discuss some recent viewings of Superman, Eddington, and Sing Sing. Then it's a breakdown of the Movies of 2010. From Oscar winners/nominees to lesser known foreign films Mike and Kendell cover a wide range of movies including Inception, The Book of Eli, Black Swan, Kick Ass, Due Date, I Saw The Devil, Macgruber, The King's Speech and more. Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney Thomas Follow on Instagram and Tik Tok @modernclassicspodcastFollow Mike on

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03:13:59

Selma Moves

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2025/08/21

Nigh Moves (2013) vs Selma (2014)The category for this battle episode is “Political Activism”. Given the current state of U.S. politics being active politically is extremely important so your host Mike and Kendell thought it would be a good time to explore how the subject is portrayed in modern cinema. The pair of films up for debate are two very different takes on how to and how not to stand up to for what you believe in. Kelly Reichardt’s “Night Moves” is a searing thriller on activism turning

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00:34:19

Prequel Episode- Macon Blair Interview

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Macon Blair InterviewThis week we had the privilege of chatting with filmmaker Macon Blair about his new movie "The Toxic Avenger" along with the rest of his fantastic filmography. It was a joy to hear more about this much anticipated reboot of the beloved cult horror franchise. Macon Blair has carved out a his own dark and quirk corner of independent film starting with his directorial debut "I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore". He is also known for acting roles in

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03:09:25

Another Pulse

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2025/08/07

Pulse (2001) Vs Another (2012)The category for today's battle episode is "Japanese Horror" with a frightening double feature. Kiyoshi Kurosawa's masterful internet ghost story "Pulse" from 2001 goes head to head with 2012's manga adapted "Another". Both films offered a lot to discuss when it comes to what to do and what not to do when making a horror movie. It's a ghostly episode full of jump scares that is not for the faint of heart. And of course your

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01:12:12

Prequel Episode- Lost Episode Recap, The Devil Wears...

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2025/07/10

Films Discussed: Uglies (2024), Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle (2003), The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026), The Paperboy (2012), Ash (2025), Grafted (2024), Presence (2024), Hitchcock (2012) It’s a unique prequel episode this week. After a recording mishap the original audio for this episode was deleted. As a result it was time to re-record and recap all the jokes and segments that were lost. But it doesn’t end there. Your hosts decided round out the episode a segment called “What You Watching?” To

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02:59:25

The Sexy Cat Beast Returns

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2025/06/26

Sexy Beast (2000) vs. The Cat Returns (2002)This week’s category is “90 Minutes or Less” and your hosts have brought two very different films to the battle arena. First up is “Sexy Beast”. Johnathan Glazer’s highly stylized crime thriller that gave us a spectacularly memorable performance by Sir Ben Kingsley. Then it’s a lesser known Studio Ghibli offering with “The Cat Returns”. A whimsical animated adventure into the secret world of cats. Listen as your host Mike and Kendell breakdown each movie

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01:11:18

Prequel Episode- Friendship, Final Destination:...

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2025/06/19

HAPPY JUNETEENTH!!! It’s time for the Past Tens Award again! The Past Tens is a chance to go back and look at all the award winners of the past ten movies covered and determine an overall winner for each categroy. There are some tough match ups and your hosts had some difficult choices. Mike and Kendell also get into a discussion on two recent theater releases. The 2025 absurdist comedy “Friendship” and the continuation of a horror franchise “Final Destination: Bloodlines”. So tune in and please

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03:45:50

The Devil Wears Everything All At Once

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2025/06/12

The Devil Wears Prada (2006) vs. Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)Two beloved films go head to head in the category of “Corporate Life”. First up is “The Devil Wears Prada” from 2006. An undefinable comedy that gave us memorable performers and even more memorable outfits. Then its “Everything Everywhere All At Once” the 2022 sci-fi/action/comedy/drama and best picture winner that takes creativity to new levels. Or should we say universes? The pair made for an interesting discussion and gave

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01:42:20

Prequel Episode- 2000's Remakes, Hurry Up Tomorrow,...

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2025/06/05

On this weeks prequel episode it's time to delve into the world of 2000's remakes. There are an overabundance of films to discuss when it comes to rehashes, reboots, and redos so your host's Kendell and Mike break it down into three categories; Critically Acclaimed, Under-discussed, and No So Good. Remakes covered include Funny Games, Insomnia, King Kong, True Grit, Taking of Pelham 123 and more. But before all that is a look into what the pair are watching in their everyday movie filled lives in a

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02:36:14

Synchronic Not Gaurunteed

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2025/05/29

Safety Not Guaranteed (2012) Vs. Synchronic (2019)Another battle episode is upon us and the category is “Time Travel”. Your hosts Mike and Kendell did their best to bring you two movies you might not be familiar with. It’s an interesting conversation on the pitfalls of genre filmmaking tropes, what both films could have done better, and whether or not the time travel genre has much to offer in the way of 2000’s classics. Kendell’s pick was Safety Not Guaranteed a forgotten 2012 comedy starring

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01:26:24

Prequel Episode - Tie Breakers, Sinners (2025), A24...

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2025/05/15

Today Mike and Kendell break some ties on the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. Then it's a discussion on the latest Ryan Coogler release Sinners (2025). Of course a prequel episode wouldn't be complete with out a game so the fellas round things out with a lesser played segment A24 Questions. Give the show a subscribe and if you really want to help out please rate, review and follow on social media. Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on TikTok and

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03:25:19

Bad Lieutenant: Port of Hell New Orleans

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2025/05/08

Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans (2009) vs. El Infierno "Aka Hell" (2010) It’s battle time again and the category is “Films With A Location in The Title”. There were a lot of 2000’s movies to choose from but Mike and Kendell opted for two deep cuts. First up is Mike’s pick “Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans” from 2009. A drug fueled ride into the dark side of dirty cops, reptiles and an unhinged Nicholas Cage. Kendell went with the 2010 narcos crime caper “El Infierno” or

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01:22:25

Prequel Episode- Politics of Christopher Nolan,...

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2025/05/01

It's a prequel episode and there's some dirty dirty business to attend to. First it's time to break some ties on the Modern Classics Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. Your hosts Mike and Kendell will have to rank 13 Assassins, Perfect Day, Little Miss Sunshine and Queen & Slim to decide the 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th rankings on the coveted list. Then a discussion about the role of politics in the filmography of Christopher Nolan. To round things out is a returning segment

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03:03:38

Little Miss Queen and Slimshine

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2025/04/24

Little Miss Sunshine (2006) vs. Queen and Slim (2019) Welcome to the show! It’s time to battle in the category of “Road Movies”. Kendell’s pick “Little Miss Sunshine” is an early aughts time capsule with legendary performances by Abigail Breslin and Alan Arkin. A much loved family dramedy that launched Breslin and Steve Carell into movie star status for years to come. On the other hand Mike’s pick “Queen & Slim” is a hidden gem making righteous statements on race, love, police brutality and

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01:31:28

Prequel Episode- 50th Episode Extravaganza , Mickey...

Modern Classics Podcast ·

2025/04/17

50th Episode Extravaganza It’s a very special episode of the Modern Classics Podcast as your hosts Mike and Kendell celebrate their 50th Episode milestone. Join the fun as the guys share some special messages from big names like Al Pacino, Jack Nicholson and Tracy Morgan. Plus an appearance by friend of the show Billiam (host of Future Flicks with Billiam). Then stick around for discussions of Mickey 17 (2025), Wicked (2024), Stopmotion (2023) and more. Also included is a round of the Modern

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02:53:50

The Villincendies

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2025/04/10

The Village (2004) vs. Incendies (2010)Welcome to another exciting battle episode where two films will duke it out for a chance at being inducted to the Modern Classics Greatest Films of The 21st Century List. The category is “Movies With a Twist” with two very different films going head to head. First is M. Night Shyamalan’s period piece that’s not really a period piece The Village and boy do your hosts have some opinions. Then its Denis Villeneuve’s war set mystery thriller Incendies. A wild ride

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