Reel Film Nerds Podcast

Episode #53: Harvest Horror Fest – Tusk

By Matt on Thursday, October 4, 2018

Welcome everyone to the kick off of what hopefully will become an annual event, the Reel Film Nerds’ Harvest Horror Fest! Our first pick is probably our worst pick, but Matt tricked Mike anyways because he is a dick like that. Today the boys discuss the disaster of a horror film Tusk by famed writer and director Kevin Smith. The guys get off topic as always but some of the topics do relate more than others. They discuss the Sixth Sense, going to the bathroom during a movie, production company A24, Chasing Amy, and why can’t we have DVR movie theaters?

Tusk is just flat out a horrible movie and you really should not watch it unless you are insanely bored, insanely!!!! It is not even hilariously bad, it’s just bad period. Mike wanted to give it 0 Reels, but he is not that cruel, he gives Tusk 0.5 Reels out of 5. Matt has a love hate relationship with Kevin Smith and this is one of the hate instances. He gives Tusk 1 out of 5 Reels.

Next Tuesday we will be reviewing the least anticipated Marvel, not MCU, movie to date Venom. Matt is trying to get a special guest to be on who is a huge fan of Venom and what his thoughts are of his favorite comic character’s latest flick. Don’t forget Harvest Horror Fest continues next Thursday with From Dusk till Dawn. Do us a favor and write in to let us know if you like or hate Harvest Horror Fest. I know Mike is loving it. Chat at you on Tuesday!

If you have a film you would like to hear Matt and Mike review feel free to email us at nerds@reelfilmnerds.com Thank you for liking, subscribing, rating, reviewing, and telling your friends about our podcast.

Tusk

Director: Kevin Smith Tusk Movie Poster

Writers: Kevin Smith

Stars: Justin Long, Michael Parks, Haley Joel Osment, and Genesis Rodriguez

Release Date: September 19, 2014

Storyline from IMDB

When podcaster Wallace travels to Canada to interview someone, he winds up meeting a strange man named Howe who has many stories to tell about his past life during his interview. Wallace wakes up the next day finding out Howe isn’t the person he thought he was. Howe has plans to surgically and mentally turn Wallace into a walrus.

Watch the Tusk trailer below.

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Episode #52: Assassination Nation

By Matt on Tuesday, October 2, 2018

Welcome back movie lovers to another episode of the Reel Film Nerds podcast! Today we review a movie that 90% of you have never heard of, Assassination Nation. This movie has had a limited release and was picked to go nation wide from the Sundance Film Festival. It is not for the faint of heart, but it is an amazing film. Mysterious Mike and Matt also talk about press conferences, the late Sen. John McCain, LGBTQ, sexting, and hackers.

Assassination Nation is a dark, gritty, and eye-opening film. It keeps you thinking during the movie and days after you witness it. The sets are great, the acting is amazing, and the story is incredible especially the social commentary. Matt and Mike were both surprised by this movie and really enjoyed it. They once again agree on a rating, 4 out of 5 Reels. Wait is this becoming a trend? Assassination Nation is not for everybody but if you love film this one is a must see.

Remember to tune in this Thursday when the first Reel Film Nerds Harvest Horror Fest kicks off with one of Kevin Smith’s first horror films, Tusk.

Assassination Nation

Director: Sam Levinson Assassination Nation Movie Poster

Writers: Sam Levinson

Stars: Odessa Young, Hari Nef, Suki Waterhouse, Abra, Colman Domingo, and Joel McHale

Release Date: September 21, 2018

Storyline from IMDB

After a malicious data hack exposes the secrets of the perpetually American town of Salem, chaos descends and four girls must fight to survive, while coping with the hack themselves.

Watch the Assassination Nation trailer below.

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Episode #51: White Boy Rick

By Matt on Thursday, September 27, 2018

Welcome back everyone! Today your hosts Mysterious Mike and incredible Matt talk about Matthew McConaughey’s latest based on a true story film White Boy Rick. There is not a ton to say about this film without spoiling it but we will always do our best to warn you when he hit that discussion area. Topics also include crazy family life, drug addiction, the film Gold, and a controversial topic if all drugs should just be legal in the United States. Lastly they remind you that the first Reel Film Nerds Harvest Horror Fest kicks off in one week!!! Are you excited, we are!!!!

Mike and Matt both enjoyed this film but it is not a must see. What makes this movie great is the acting and the incredible true story. The editing was just flat out strange and the choices the director made on what to show you versus tell you bothered both of your hosts. Mike gives this film 3 out of 5 Reels while Matt is a little more lenient with 3.5 out of 5 Reels. The hosts both agree White Boy Rick is worth a watch just for the story but wait until it is released on a streaming service or at Red Box. Thank you for continued support and we will chat at you on Tuesday with a brand new movie review of Assassination Nation.

White Boy Rick

Director: Yann Demange White Boy Rick Movie Poster

Writers: Andy Weiss, Logan Miller, and Noah Miller

Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Richie Merritt, Bel Powley and Jennifer Jason Leigh

Release Date: September 14, 2018

Storyline from IMDB

The story of teenager Richard Wershe Jr., who became an undercover informant for the FBI during the 1980s and was ultimately arrested for drug-trafficking and sentenced to life in prison.

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Episode #50: Legacy – Iron Man

By Matt on Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Welcome to our super special 50 episode spectacular!!! In celebration of making it 50 podcasts we broke form a little. Today’s review is a Legacy cast not your typical new movie review, that will be on Thursday. We go all the way to the beginning where the now infamous Marvel Cinematic Universe started the original Iron Man. The second half of the pod the boys talk a bit about their favorite films they reviewed and some of their favorite moments of recording the pod together. Matt reminisces about co-founder and first co-host of the show Seth Marquardt. Lastly the guys talk about a possible giveaway for the next milestone, episode 100 or the podcast 1-year anniversary, whichever comes first.

Mysterious Mike and Matt both love this movie. It is a great story, well written, and well-acted. They both give the original Iron Man directed by Jon Favreau and starring Robert Downey Jr. 4.5 out of 5 Reels.

Remember to tune in this Thursday when the guys review Matthew McConaughey’s latest film White Boy Rick. Don’t forget the first Reel Film Nerds Harvest Horror Fest kicks off next week with one of Kevin Smith’s first horror films Tusk.

Iron Man

Director: Jon Favreau Iron Man Movie Poster

Writers: Mark Fergus, Hawk Ostby, Art Marcum, and Matt Holloway

Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard, and Jeff Bridges

Release Date: May 2, 2008

Storyline from IMDB

After being held captive in an Afghan cave, billionaire engineer Tony Stark creates a unique weaponized suit of armor to fight evil.

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Episode #49: Legacy – Tucker & Dale vs. Evil

By Matt on Thursday, September 20, 2018

Good day everyone and welcome to yet another Reel Film Nerds podcast. Yep we aren’t going away that easy! Today Matt and Mike continue to gear up for their first Harvest Horror Fest with a Legacy cast of Tucker & Dale vs. Evil. The guys try to tell some jokes, but they fail miserably. Staying on topic alludes your hosts too. Matt is probably the biggest problem when it comes to staying on topic, sorry everyone. Discussion includes Avengers 4, side boob, PBR, the new Captain Marvel trailer, Fargo, woodchippers, and hillbilly hog! What a fun and odd conversation.

Tucker & Dale vs. Evil is a fun interesting take on the horror genre or comedy genre? Let’s just go with both. The writing is excellent, the acting is great, and the makeup/special effects are spot on. Mike gives the film a little above average score of 3.5 out of 5 Reels. Matt who is much better at rating movies (according to him) and not nearly as harsh as Mike gives it 4 out of 5 Reels.

Episode 50 is next! Can you believe it, we can’t. We thought for sure Mike would get mad at Matt and quit after only a few episodes, but he didn’t! Thanks, Mysterious Mike! What do the guys have in store, we have no idea, probably just more random off topic talk and maybe a movie review? Download next Tuesday’s episode to find out. Thanks again for listening and we will see you next week.

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Tucker and Dale vs Evil

Director: Eli Craig

Writer: Eli Craig, Morgan Jurgenson

Stars: Tyler Labine, Alan Tudyk, Katrina Bowden, and Jesse Moss

Release Date: December 9, 2010

Storyline from IMDB

Two lovable West Virginian hillbillies are headed to their “fixer-upper” vacation cabin to drink some beer, do some fishin’, and have a good time. But when they run into a group of preppy college kids who assume from their looks that they must be in-bred, chainsaw-wielding killers, Tucker & Dale’s vacation takes a bloody and hilarious turn for the worse.

Episode #53: Harvest Horror Fest – Tusk

Tusk

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Episode #52: Assassination Nation

Assassination Nation

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Episode #51: White Boy Rick

White Boy Rick

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Episode #50: Legacy – Iron Man

Iron Man

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Episode #49: Legacy – Tucker & Dale vs. Evil

Tucker and Dale vs Evil

Storyline from IMDB

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