Episode 619 - Stoker (2013), Park Chan-wook, and Terrible Uncles

Mark and Norbert discuss the infamous 1992 sequel Alien 3. Directed by David Fincher, and starring Sigourney Weaver, Charles Dance, Charles S. Dutton, and a super fast xenomorph, the movie focuses on what happens when a xenomorph runs amok inside an isolated prison. In this episode, they also talk about director’s cuts, troubled productions, and the Alien franchise.

Mark and Zanandi talk about the 2013 thriller Stoker. Directed by the legendary Park Chan-wook, and starring Nicole Kidman, Mia Wasikowska, and Matthew Goode, the movie focuses on what happens when a shifty uncle stokes up a bunch of problems for a grieving family. In this episode, they also talk about piano scenes, new shoes, and the overall excellence of Stoker.

Mark and Norbert talk about their favorite Tom Cruise running scenes. Mark rewatched every Tom Cruise film from Endless Love (1981) to Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning (2023), and found 295 running moments from 38 of his films. In this episode, they discuss their 10 favorite running scenes from Collateral, Risky Business, Mission: Impossible, Far and Away, and Edge of Tomorrow.

Mark, Aaron and Brandon draft their favorite 2015 action movie moments. In this episode, you'll hear them talk about the cool action scenes in Kill Zone 2, Veteran, Mad Max: Fury Road, Bone Tomahawk, Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation, Baahubali: The Beginning, Kingsman: The Secret Service, Creed, Spy and many more 2015 action movies. Enjoy!Make sure to listen to THE SUMMER OF 2015 AT 10 when it premieres April 28 (4/28/2025) on The Brandon Peters Show. Also, make sure to listen to “Out Now With Aaron and Abe” and “2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla” wherever you listen to podcasts.

Mark and David continue their Insidious franchise discussion by talking about Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013). Directed by James Wan, and starring Patrick Wilson, Rose Byrne, and several well-timed jumpscares, the film pits the Lambert family against another terrible demon. In this episode, they also talk about PG-13 horror films, jump scares, and the excellence of James Wan. Enjoy!

Radiohead! Everclear! Garbage! The Cardigans! Des’ree! Kym Mazelle! Butthole Surfers! The Romeo + Juliet (1996) soundtrack rules and Mark and Zanandi have a great time talking about their favorite songs from the triple-platinum selling album. Enjoy!

Mark and Jonny Numb (https://bsky.app/profile/jonnynumb.bsky.social) discuss the 2023 historical drama The Zone of Interest. Released by A24 and directed by Jonathan Glazer, the Academy Award winning film is perfect for the “Feel Good” series that Jon and Mark started in 2019. In this episode, they also talk about dolly shots, terrible fishing trips, and sound design. Enjoy!

This episode was originally published in 2019.Mark and John talk about the Kurt Russell classic Tombstone. In this episode, they answer a lot of listener questions, discuss great movie mustaches and wonder what their old west nicknames would be. If you are a fan of Kurt Russell or Tombstone, you will love this episode! Enjoy!

Mark and John talk about the 2004 comic book adaptation The Punisher. Directed by Jonathan Hensleigh, and starring Thomas Jane, John Travolta, Rebecca Romijn, and a large Russian hitman, The Punisher earns its R-rating and has built up a loyal cult following. In this episode, they also talk about cheeky assassins, fire skulls, bathroom booze, and Florida movies. Enjoy!

Mark and Niall discuss the 1986 blockbuster sequel Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. Directed by Leonard Nimoy, and starring William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Catherine Hicks and some cool humpback whales, the even-numbered Star Trek film is one of the best sequels ever made. In this episode, they also talk about Donald Peterman’s cinematography, time travel, and a well-timed Vulcan nerve pinch. Enjoy!