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PODCAST

High n" Dry Podcast

Ryan Baron North and James Crosslin

Hosted by Ryan Baron North, James Crosslin, and Luke, High n" Dry tackles film and philosophy with their patented 3-part method. What makes them so special and fun? One of them is drunk, and the other twoare really, really high. Welcome to a drunken chat at 3 in the morning with your best buds. Come talk movies and philosophy, and get wasted along the way. New episodes every other week! Music by AlexGrohl @ PixabaySupport the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1271972/supporters/new

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54:45

From Corporate Pawn To Island Queen: A "Send Help"...

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2026/02/17

Send a text We rate Sam Raimi’s “Send Help” four stars and dig into how an island strips the gloss off corporate ambition, turning tropes into a sharp critique of power, merit, and survival. McAdams owns the screen, the camera bites, and the final stare puts the audience on trial. • acting that turns humiliation into resolve • Raimi signatures in kinetic, queasy camera work • familiar desert‑island tropes used as satire • the rock reveal reframing agency and ethics • competence versus entitl...

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70:56

Fantastic Four Reviewed: Retro Hope Meets Today’s...

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2026/01/21

Send us a text Three hosts get high, sip whiskey, and sort out why a stylish, 60s-set Fantastic Four feels both gorgeous and strangely soft. We rate the acting, roast the CGI baby, praise Galactus and Silver Surfer, and debate whether retrofuturism is a comforting lie or a clever setup for future conflict. • 60s-set retrofuturism as aesthetic and thesis • Galactus and Silver Surfer visuals landing with weight • Performances: Kirby shines, Pascal contained, Reed underused • Score motif memora...

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52:36

Rating Rian Johnson’s “Wake Up Dead Man” And The Cult...

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2026/01/05

Send us a text We rate Rian Johnson’s Wake Up Dead Man, argue what makes a fair-play whodunit, and wrestle with how religion and charisma shape control, community, and consequence. Between jokes and toasts, we land on 3.5 out of 5 and ask for bolder risks next time. • scoring the film by cinematography, acting, score, story, rewatchability • standout shots that map power and space in the church • ensemble performances and tonal hamminess on purpose • pacing drag and the line between twisty a...

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62:21

The Wicked 2 100th Episode Spectacular

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2025/12/17

Send us a text We mark our 100th episode by reviewing Wicked 2 with clear eyes and full glasses, weighing standout CGI against flat lighting, soft songs, and a story that stalls whenever the music starts. The Oz lore tie-ins land, but the pacing and depth rarely do. • definitive category ratings across acting, cinematography, score, story and rewatchability • why blanket lighting flattens emotion and kills depth • how song placement undercuts momentum and character beats • propaganda, perspe...

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67:28

Predator: Badlands - Jennifer Lopez Was Right And So...

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2025/11/12

Send us a text We score Predator Badlands, argue whether a simple hero’s journey helps or hurts, and celebrate a creature-forward approach that finally trusts the predator. We toast new “listeners,” confess our vices, and then drop into lore, tropes, and ridiculous self-inserts that break the universe in fun ways. • fan acceptance over fan service • acting under prosthetics landing real emotion • CGI and practical effects blending cleanly • soundtrack as functional atmosphere • shonen-style ...

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69:00

Class, Comedy, And Keanu: Unpacking Good Fortune’s...

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2025/10/27

Send us a text We rate Good Fortune a 3.5 while praising Keanu Reeves and questioning the film’s soft landing on class. Humor and heart land, but the “rich learns a lesson” wrap leaves us hungry for real stakes, worker power, and change that lasts. • Keanu’s performance as a near-human mirror • Why mid-tier cinematography still works • Soundtrack energy without memorability • The ending’s rich-savior problem • Class, shareholders and who the system serves • Gig work, recession fallout and fl...

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61:16

Caught Stealing Reviewed: Style Over Substance,...

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2025/10/22

Send us a text We rate Darren Aronofsky’s Caught Stealing a clean three, then pull apart why it moves fast but leaves a faint aftertaste. The cast delivers competence, the camera delivers polish, and the story leans on old tropes that drain the emotion it tries to spark. • rating the film across acting, cinematography, soundtrack, story, rewatchability • Austin Butler’s strengths in stylized roles versus interior drama • Matt Smith’s scene-stealing energy and Regina King’s dialed-up cop • tr...

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54:49

Inside Good Boy: horror, empathy, and the golden path

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2025/10/14

Send us a text We rate Good Boy, salvage a lost recording, and settle into a dog’s-eye horror that hits harder than slashers. Between bourbon, Pineapple Express, and hallway dread, we trace empathy, ownership, and why silence can be the scariest instrument on the board. • rating the categories: acting, cinematography, score, story, rewatchability • dog-as-protagonist and sensory POV through scent and silence • empathy for innocence vs desensitization to human death • the fox image, ghost ret...

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60:08

High, Dry, and HIM

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2025/09/24

Send us a text Cameron Kade's journey from promising football recruit to something much darker explores how institutions exploit young athletes and the cult-like devotion sports can demand. The film examines the dangerous allure of fame, fortune, and the cost of tunnel vision when pursuing a dream at all costs. • Marlon Wayans delivers a standout dramatic performance as Isaiah White, breaking from his usual comedic roles • The film uses striking cinematography, including helmet-cam shots and...

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64:24

Kryptonite, Kindness, and Testicular Torsion: Superman

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2025/09/08

Send us a text James Gunn's Superman delivers a powerful message about radical kindness in a cynical world, earning our highest podcast rating ever with its vibrant visuals and standout performances. • Superman embodies genuine goodness without being naive or simplistic • David Corenswet brings warmth and authenticity to the iconic role • Rachel Brosnahan delivers the most compelling Lois Lane in decades • Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor parallels modern tech billionaires with superb depth • Pun...

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63:20

The Snowman, The Owl, and The Dog: A Naked Gun Comedy...

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2025/09/08

Send us a text We dive into the Naked Gun reboot, a comedy that delivers jokes at breakneck speed while updating the franchise for modern audiences without losing its absurdist roots. • Liam Neeson takes on the Leslie Nielsen role with mixed results, though the film still delivers constant laughs • Pamela Anderson surprises with her comedic talents and willingness to poke fun at herself • The film avoids problematic humor typical of early 2000s comedies while maintaining a high joke-per-seco...

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74:08

Weapons: Gladys' Night

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2025/08/26

Send us a text We dive into Zach Cregger's latest horror film "Weapons," a twisted tale about a small town where multiple children mysteriously disappear simultaneously, leaving only one student behind. • Josh Brolin delivers a standout performance as a desperate father searching for answers • The film brilliantly uses multiple character perspectives to gradually reveal its supernatural mystery • A witch has infiltrated the town, using mind control and manipulation to pursue her sinister age...

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60:04

Unraveling "Nobody 2": A Study in Misguided Violence

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2025/08/25

Send us a text The High and Dry Podcast team delivers a scathing review of "Nobody 2," rating it a dismal 1.5 out of 5 stars for its incoherent plot, poor performances, and problematic messaging. • Bob Odenkirk returns as a violent family man whose ultraviolence is inexplicably portrayed as heroic • The film oscillates between serious and campy tones, creating a disorienting viewing experience • Christopher Lloyd appears underutilized, with his character barely developed despite potential • ...

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64:54

Vampires, Blues, and Cultural Battles

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2025/06/30

Send us a text Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" blends vampire horror with a profound exploration of cultural identity through the lens of a 1930s juke joint under siege by Irish vampires. The film's exceptional cinematography and soul-stirring soundtrack elevate it to our highest-rated movie yet. • Michael B. Jordan delivers a standout dual performance as twins, creating two distinct characters who share significant screen time • The film uses aspect ratio changes brilliantly, expanding the screen ...

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73:34

Let the Boy Watch: A '28 Years Later' Analysis

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2025/06/23

Send us a text We dive into the recently released zombie thriller 28 Years Later, exploring its place in the franchise and evaluating what makes it stand out in the horror genre. • Film serves as both sequel and standalone story accessible to viewers unfamiliar with earlier films • Strong performances from Aaron Taylor Johnson and Ralph Fiennes anchor the emotional core • Cinematography blends nostalgic handheld camera work with innovative visual techniques • Soundtrack creates unexpected em...

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61:43

Mickey 17: The Darkest Timeline

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2025/05/05

Send us a text Robert Pattinson delivers a masterful dual performance in Bong Joon-ho's Mickey 17, a sci-fi satire that explores identity, expendability, and the dark side of colonial expansion. The film follows a man who is repeatedly cloned and sacrificed for a fledgling colony on an alien planet, ultimately challenging the authoritarian leadership threatening both human settlers and indigenous life. • Pattinson plays both Mickey 17 and Mickey 18, showcasing distinct personalities despite ...

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67:57

Reimagining "Nosferatu": Orlok's Romantic Comedy Fantasy

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2025/01/10

Send us a textHigh n' Dry takes "Nosferatu" and intertwines humor and horror while exploring deeper themes surrounding desire and repression. Through personal anecdotes and critical assessments, the discussion reveals the film's artistic merit and how it resonates with contemporary issues in vampire storytelling.• Examination of cinematic techniques and symbolism • Personal stories linking to key film elements • Discussion of character arcs, particularly Dafoe • Analysis of the...

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73:09

Is 'Die Hard' the Ultimate Christmas Movie?

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2025/01/05

Send us a textIs "Die Hard" the ultimate Christmas movie, or is it just an action-packed romp with a holiday backdrop? Join us this Christmas Eve as we sip on Knob Creek bourbon and indulge in some Black Friday cannabis deals, while tackling this age-old debate with our signature high and dry flair. We reminisce about the 80s, fondly recalling TV classics and new panel shows featuring Michael Ian Black, before diving into our structured three-part method to dissect "Die Hard." From assessing ...

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65:38

The Guys Hate "The Creator": A Bone to Pick with...

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2024/10/07

Send us a textRemember the days when X-Play was the highlight of your gaming universe? Neither do we. We spice things up with tales from our personal lives, recounting our recent lobster diving adventures and the sweaty challenge of surviving without air conditioning. As Halloween looms, we dish out our thoughts on the Silent Hill 2 remake, perfect for setting the spooky mood this season.Ever wondered what makes a movie worth watching again? We unpack our unique "Luke method of filmology," ev...

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69:22

Diving into Prometheus and Alien Lore with High n' Dry

High n" Dry Podcast ·

2024/09/10

Send us a textWhat if your presence could change the fate of the "Prometheus" crew? In this electrifying episode of the High and Dry Podcast, we beat the San Diego heat with some boogie boarding and nostalgic chats about the animated classic "Home Movies," brought to life by Brendon Small and H. Jon Benjamin. We also zero in on how humor ages, spotlighting Trevor Noah's self-deprecating wit as a timeless example. Personal updates abound: Ryan narrowly escapes a stress migraine, Luke recharges...

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