Binge Movies: Rankings and Reviews

Episode 142: Season 7 kicks off with one of the most profitable franchises in American film history that not a soul recalls fondly. Polymath Matt F. Basler makes his long-awaited return to rank the Police Academy films!  HOST: Jason Guest: Matt F. Basler Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

EPISODE 171: This week Jason and guest Clare rank five films that blur the line between reality and satire: CB4 (1993): A mockumentary chronicling the rise and fall of a fictional gangsta rap group – think Spinal Tap meets N.W.A. Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999): A scathing (and hilarious) send-up of beauty pageants follows a cynical teen on her quest for the crown. Behind the Mask (2006): This mockumentary delves into the world of a fictional Los Angeles Slasher film franchise, complete with obsessed fans and washed-up actors. What We Do In The Shadows (2014): We join a group of vampires struggling with the modern world in this New Zealand cult classic. Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (2021): An adorable stop-motion mockumentary explores the existential musings of a tiny shell living in a cluttered house. Get ready for: Mockumentary madness: We'll dissect the comedic genius (and occasional cringe) of this unique genre. Underrated gems: Will Marcel the Shell melt your heart or leave you cold? Fake or funny?: Can you tell the difference between real and mockumentary anymore? Laughs (and maybe some existential dread): Prepare for a rollercoaster ride of emotions! So, grab some popcorn (or maybe a tissue for Marcel), and join us for a mockumentary marathon unlike any other! HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

Instant Reaction: Snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers, young Furiosa falls into the hands of a great biker horde led by the warlord Dementus. Sweeping through the Wasteland, they come across the Citadel, presided over by the Immortan Joe. As the two tyrants fight for dominance, Furiosa soon finds herself in a nonstop battle to make her way home.

EPISODE 170: Francis Ford Coppola. The name alone conjures up iconic images: Marlon Brando's chilling stare, helicopters thundering over Vietnam, and a young Al Pacino taking over the family business. But beyond the Godfather films lies a treasure trove of Coppola's work from the 70s and 80s. In this episode, Jason and guest Megan Kearns delve into five of his most intriguing films from this period: The Conversation (1974): A paranoid surveillance expert gets tangled in a web of deceit with chilling consequences. Apocalypse Now (1979): Coppola's epic journey into the heart of darkness of the Vietnam War. Rumble Fish (1983): A stylish and introspective look at teenage alienation starring Matt Dillon and Mickey Rourke. Peggy Sue Got Married (1986): A housewife gets transported back to her high school days in a delightful time-travel comedy. Tucker: The Man and His Dream (1988): The true story of visionary car designer Preston Tucker and his fight against the Detroit giants. Join us as we: Debate the merits of each film: Is Apocalypse Now a masterpiece of cinema or a bloated spectacle? Uncover hidden gems: Is Rumble Fish an underrated coming-of-age story? Analyze Coppola's directorial choices: How does his style evolve throughout these films? Laugh, cry, and maybe even argue: Get ready for some passionate Coppola commentary! So, buckle up, Binge Lords! This episode promises a wild ride through the mind of a cinematic legend. HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.

Film Twitter is burning down because The Fall Guy is a movie for elderly millennials and no one under 40 gives a shit. But is the movie any good?

Jason reviews 3 recent releases for your pleasure. Infested (2023): Passionate about exotic animals, Kaleb brings a venomous spider home, but it accidentally slips away. Soon, residents of the apartment building are battling an army of deadly, rapidly reproducing spiders.   Boy Kills World (2024): Boy is a mayhem machine who's been training to assassinate the bloodthirsty Hilda Van Der Koy and avenge his family's murder. Guided by his sister's mischievous spirit, Boy uncovers one stunning revelation after another as he barrels toward Hilda.   Challengers (2024): Tashi, a tennis player turned coach, has transformed her husband from a mediocre player into a world-famous grand slam champion. To jolt him out of his recent losing streak, she makes him play a challenger event -- close to the lowest level of tournament on the pro tour. Tensions soon run high when he finds himself standing across the net from the once-promising, now burnt-out Patrick, his former best friend and Tashi's former boyfriend.

Instant Reaction: A group of would-be criminals kidnaps the 12-year-old daughter of a powerful underworld figure. Holding her for ransom in an isolated mansion, their plan starts to unravel when they discover their young captive is actually a bloodthirsty vampire.

In a dystopian future America, a team of military-embedded journalists races against time to reach Washington, D.C., before rebel factions descend upon the White House.  

Instant Reaction: A woman starts to question her own faith when she uncovers a terrifying conspiracy to bring about the birth of evil incarnate in Rome.

EPISODE 169: It is Ghostbusters week here at the shop! Jason shares his expectations for Frozen Empire ahead of the film's premiere. Afterward, he reveals the most recent winner of Last Movie Standing, the film you voted into the V.A.U.L.T, and the Draft standings for the year thus far.  HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

LAST MOVIE STANDING: This week, the cinematic tundra erupts as Pete from Middle Class Film Class throws down the gauntlet against YouTube's Lindsay Washburn.  Will Pete's film analysis leave Lindsay frozen in disbelief? Or will Lindsay's sharp wit melt Pete's arguments faster than a summer heatwave? Get ready for: Fiery debates that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about cinema! Expert takes that will dissect every scene with surgical precision! Hilarious banter that will keep you on the edge of your seat! So, tune in and prepare to be entertained! This episode of Frozen Fury promises to be a cinematic clash you won't want to miss.  HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

EPISODE 167: Calling all movie lovers! Buckle up for a time warp to 2004 in this episode of Binge Movies. We're putting the spotlight on the year's top-grossing films, and it's an epic clash of titans! This week, we'll be ranking the powerhouses of 2004: The Passion of the Christ: A film that sparked cultural conversation and shattered box office records. The Incredibles: Pixars's animated juggernaut brought superhero family dynamics to the forefront. Spider-Man 2: Web-slinging back into action, Spidey faced new villains and personal struggles. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: The boy wizard returned for a darker chapter, with a mysterious escapee and a thrilling chase for the truth. Shrek 2: The green ogre and his princess were back, taking their happily ever after on a hilarious detour. HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

Spice. Vengeance. Destiny. Paul Atreides walks the line between Fremen warrior and prophesied savior in "Dune: Part Two." Witness the epic continuation of Denis Villeneuve's vision as the fate of Arrakis hangs in the balance. Will Paul succumb to rage, or embrace a future far grander than he ever imagined? My Instant Reaction dives into the sands of Arrakis, uncovering the film's triumphs and challenges. HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki  

EPISODE 166: This week Jason and Drew from Reel Feels set their sights on the blockbusters of 2004! We rank the movies that swamed, soared, and swindled their way to the top 10 highest-grossing films of that year. Buckle up as we dive deep into the action-packed world of Ocean's Twelve [8:57], get animated with the undersea adventure of Shark Tale [29:12], go back in time to the epic battles of Troy [44:18], meet the hilariously dysfunctional Fockers [1:08:12], and experience the chilling thrills of The Day After Tomorrow [1:31:10]. Will your favorites top the charts? Tune in to find out and get ready for some binge-worthy movie talk! HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

EPISODE 165: This week Jason and Joe from Reel Spoilers rank five films from director Peter Hyams. From the atmospheric "Outland" (1981) [22:28], to the sequel "2010: The Year We Make Contact" (1984) [49:22],  to the buddy cop drama "Running Scared" (1986) [1:22:21], to the thrilling actioner "Time Cop" (1994) [1:43:17], finally to the suspenseful horror novel adaptation "The Relic" (1997) [2:08:08]. Each film highlights Hyams' directorial versatility and ingenuity. Through insightful analysis, we uncover the thematic depth and visual motifs defining Hyams' style, resonating across audiences from eerie space stations to gritty urban landscapes. Join us as we rank and celebrate these cinematic treasures, paying homage to Peter Hyams' enduring legacy in filmmaking. HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

EPISODE 164: Relive the peculiarities of 90's cinema with Jason and Dr. D David Rosen in the Discover the eccentricities of the era as they discuss 5 of the oddest oddball movies. Whether you're looking for eccentric humor, biting social critique, or a trip down memory lane, tune into Binge Movies for a unique cinematic experience. Films [10:16] Meet the Hollowheads (1989) 2pts [29:57] The Dark Backward (1991) 2pts [50:16] Cool World (1992) 3pts [1:12:00] The City of Lost Children (1995) 8pts [1:28:40] Brain Candy (1996) 4pts  HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

EPISODE 163: Binge Movies returns for its 8th season with a ranking of the first 5 films ever distributed by the Criterion Collection. Jason is joined by film critic and Kate Bush super fan Molly Razz!  Films [9:30] The Grand Illusion (1937) 10pts [30:00] Seven Samurai(1954) 12pts  [55:38] The Lady Vanishes (1938) 10pts  [1:08:12] Amarcord (1974) 17pts  [1:25:00] The 400 Blows (1959) 14pts HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

From the Horror Section: Detention (2011)  Greetings, horror enthusiasts! Step right up to the horror section! You're in for a fright with this episode on 'Detention' (2011). It's a wild mix of horror, high school comedy, and time travel! Trust me, this episode's a scream – grab it before it disappears back into the dark depths of our shelves! HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

From the Horror Section: Elite Patron Nerdrovert selected a tale of lesser-known terror from the damp dark shelves of Binge Movies Home Video.  The overnight stock crew of a local supermarket finds themselves being stalked and slashed by a mysterious maniac. HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki