THE CALL OF THE WILD Uprooted from his pampered life in California, the oversized dog Buck finds himself in the harsh Alaskan Yukon during the 1890s Gold Rush. As part of a mail delivery sled team, he faces a life of hardship and survival. When Buck meets Thornton, a loner-turned-adventurer, it’s clear that the two are destined to experience the adventure of a lifetime. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Brendan Agnew talk "sad dad" Harrison Ford, our own awesome dogs, holiday movies for Marion and the movie “The Call of the Wild” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:11 Craig, Elisabeth and Brendan Agnew from "Make Me Watch It" talk about the holiday season. 9:56 Craig, Elisabeth and Brenda discuss "The Call of the Wild" 55:33 Recasting 1:13:35 Double Feature 1:18:03 Final Thoughts 1:23:44 A preview of next week's episode "Babe" Next week, we say Happy Holidays and ring in the New Year with "Babe" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuzXPzgBDvo

WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY When eccentric candy man Willy Wonka promises a lifetime supply of sweets and a tour of his chocolate factory to five lucky kids, penniless Charlie Bucket seeks the golden ticket that will make him a winner. When he experiences the magical wonders inside the factory, the boy discovers that a kind heart is a far finer possession than a sweet tooth. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Derek McCaw talk about dark children’s movies, wild internet theories,  lazy grandparents and the movie “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:14 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek McCaw from Fanboy Planet talk about the holiday season. 12:43 Craig, Elisabeth and Derek discuss "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" 1:17:47 Recasting 1:37:52 Double Feature 1:42:53 Final Thoughts 1:48:03 A preview of next week's episode "Call of the Wild" Next week, nothing says Christmas like lots of cold and snow! We head north to Alaska to answer "The Call of the Wild" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P8R2zAhEwg

PADDINGTON 2 Paddington, happily living with the Brown family, is a beloved community member who spreads joy and marmalade everywhere he goes. One day, he finds the perfect gift for his aunt's 100th birthday — a pop-up book in an antique shop. But when the book is stolen, Paddington sets out on a daring quest to catch the thief before Aunt Lucy's celebration. Craig, Elisabeth and guest Tracy Mangum discuss sentencing book thieves, Sebastian Stan stanning, Elisabeth’s first show as permanent host and the movie “Paddington 2” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:06 Craig, Elisabeth and Tracy from Movies That Make Us talk about the holiday season. 14:34 Craig, Elisabeth and Tracy discuss "Paddington 2" 39:18 Recasting 1:04:20 Double Feature 1:09:31 Final Thoughts 1:15:53 A preview of next week's episode "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" Next week, the holiday season ball keeps rolling with another all-time favorite "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" https://youtu.be/2cBja3AbahY?si=R3GwHuWcGpSNconB

HOOK When his young children are abducted by his old nemesis, Capt. Hook, middle-aged lawyer Peter Banning returns to his magical origins as Peter Pan. Peter must remember who he is to save the Lost Boys, re-battle Captain Hook, and reunite with his family. Craig and Alan discuss Alan’s big announcement, movie timing, finally seeing all of Spielberg’s films and the movie “Hook” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:52 Craig and Alan talk about Alan's decision to take a brief hiatus from the podcast 9:22 Craig and Alan discuss "Hook" 41:34 Recasting 1:05:24 Double Feature 1:09:39 Final Thoughts 1:16:00 A preview of next week's episode "Paddington 2" Next week, the holiday season arrives with a new co-host and the movie "Paddington 2" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sw7RElt-SvE

A QUIET PLACE A family must live in silence to avoid mysterious creatures that hunt by sound. Knowing that even the slightest whisper or footstep can bring death, Evelyn and Lee are determined to find a way to protect their children while desperately searching for a way to fight back. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about extreme parenting, loud kids, entry points into horror and the movie “A Quiet Place” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:52 Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about Brendan's movie "gaps". 7:33 Craig and Brendan discuss "A Quiet Place" 30:41 Recasting 36:26 Double Feature 40:34 Final Thoughts 44:54 A preview of next week's episode "Hook" Next week, a surprising movie Alan has never seen - Steven Spielberg's "Hook" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-vwgt8cwEM

VERTIGO A retired San Francisco detective, burdened by a debilitating fear of heights, is hired by an old friend to follow his wife, who exhibits strange and troubling behavior. As he delves deeper, he becomes dangerously obsessed with her, entangling himself in a web of deceit, murder, and illusion. His fixation leads to a haunting cycle of identity, madness, and lies that blurs the line between reality and obsession. Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw discuss film auteurs, toxic masculinity, how films grow beyond their original meanings and the movie “Vertigo” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:55 Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw talk about Derek's movie "gaps". 12:00 Craig and Derek discuss "Vertigo" 35:54 Recasting 48:56 Double Feature 51:43 Final Thoughts  54:08 A preview of next week's episode "A Quiet Place" Next week, another new movie for Craig - the widely praised "A Quiet Place" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WR7cc5t7tv8

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO During the Russian Revolution, young doctor Yuri Zhivago, raised by his aunt and uncle, falls in love with the beautiful Lara, who has been having an affair with the unscrupulous businessman Victor Komarovsky. Despite marrying his cousin, Tonya, Yuri's love for Lara remains. Years later when by chance he and Lara meet again, the spark of love reignites. Craig and guest co-host Elizabeth Rappe discuss Russian history, tragic love stories, middle-aged comedies and the movie “Doctor Zhivago” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:01 Craig and guest co-host Elisabeth Rappe talk about Elizabeth's movie "gaps". 8:51 Craig and Elisabeth discuss "Doctor Zhivago" 48:49 Recasting 1:09:01 Double Feature  1:12:22 Final Thoughts  1:16:01 A preview of next week's episode "Vertigo" Next week, another new movie for Craig - the Hitchcock masterpiece "Vertigo" https://youtu.be/UHhsEYDg8GI?si=O659q3JhyzEat0l3

THE LONG KISS GOODNIGHT Schoolteacher and single mother Samantha Caine lives a quiet suburban life until strange memories and unusual physical skills emerge. She hires private detective Mitch Hennessey to prober her past, uncovering that she's actually a highly trained government assassin with amnesia. Now, her former handlers are determined to bring her back. Craig and Alan start New-vember talking about not being ashamed of content gaps, 90’s action flicks and a movie Craig has never seen “The Long Kiss Goodnight” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!! Show Notes 1:03 Craig and Alan talk about movie "gaps". 11:42 Craig and Alan discuss "The Long Kiss Goodnight" 29:33 Recasting 51:00 Double Feature  57:57 Final Thoughts  1:02:00 A preview of next week's episode "Doctor Zhivago" Next week, another new movie for Craig and a Russian history lesson from guest Elisabeth Rappe as they talk "Doctor Zhivago". https://youtu.be/CGGr21PilKY?si=8Zw_lVEI-dmkdIqJ

CRIMSON PEAK After marrying the charming Sir Thomas Sharpe, young Edith moves to his remote gothic mansion, where his enigmatic sister, Lady Lucille, guards dark family secrets. Gifted with the ability to communicate with the dead, Edith seeks to uncover the mystery behind the haunting visions in her new home. But as she delves deeper, she may discover that true monsters are made of flesh and blood. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about gothic romance, creepy vibe movies, 80’s Halloween memories and the movie “Crimson Peak” on this week’s Matinee Villains! Show Notes 0:53 Craig, Alan and guest  Elisabeth Rappe talk about Halloween when they were growing up. 14:25 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Black Swan" 40:20 Recasting 1:01:58 Double Feature  1:09:16 Final Thoughts  1:18:28 A preview of next week's episode "The Long Kiss Goodnight" Next week, we start a whole month of movies that either Craig or Alan have never seen for "New"vember. Staring with Craig's first viewing of "A Long Kiss Goodnight". https://youtu.be/tQAacfslueQ?si=8JWS1g1gHYfNDThg

BLACK SWAN Nina, a repressed and dedicated ballerina, lives solely for dance. Chosen to replace the prima ballerina in "Swan Lake," she faces competition from free-spirited newcomer Lily. While Nina embodies the fragile White Swan, Lily exudes the seductive Black Swan. As their rivalry intensifies into a complex friendship, Nina's darker side begins to emerge. Craig and guest co-host Elizabeth Rappe talk about bad co-workers, women body horror, broken toenails and the movie “Black Swan” on this week’s Matinee Villains! Show Notes 1:02 Craig and guest co-host Elisabeth Rappe talk about bad co-workers. 9:43 Craig and Elisabeth discuss "Black Swan" 39:59 Recasting 54:51 Double Feature  1:02:34 Final Thoughts  1:01:51 A preview of next week's episode "Crimson Peak" Next week, we continue Matinee Villains month with a gothic romance called "Crimson Peak" https://youtu.be/oquZifON8Eg?si=gPMSQBtrwoaWOrA_

EVIL DEAD 2 After discovering an audiotape left by a college professor containing a recording of incantations from the Book of the Dead, Ash's girlfriend, Linda, becomes possessed by the evil spirits awakened by the voices on the tape. As the demonic forces take hold, Ash realizes there is no escape from the cursed woods. Armed with only his wits and a chainsaw, he must battle for survival against the relentless evil. Craig, Alan and guest Annie Bullock talk about slap stick horror, Cerny and Hooch, Annie’s Cetaphobia and the movie “Evil Dead 2” on this week’s Matinee Villains! Show Notes 1:19 Craig, Alan and guest Annie Bulloch talk about what scare them. 8:41 Craig, Alan and Annie discuss "Evil Dead 2" 34:09 Recasting 52:07 Double Feature  57:10 Final Thoughts  1:01:51 A preview of next week's episode "Black Swan" Next week, we continue Matinee Villains month with a psychological thriller "Black Swan" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jaI1XOB-bs