Tubi or Not Tubi

For our season 6 premiere, we are returning to, unveiling, and dissecting the hidden wonders of a film that will forever shake our mental foundations for all time. That film is the 1995 cinematic force known as The Passion of Darkly Noon, written and directed by Phillip Ridley... starring Brendan Fraser, Ashley Judd, and Viggo Mortensen. This episode is a deepm dive, and that is a severe understatement, so it is highly reccommended for the viewer to listen having seen - scratch that, having EXPERIENCED The Passion of Darkly Noon.*   *(Well, there IS self harm with sharp objects but Brendan Fraser is weird about it and it's suppposed to be artsy not shocky but it's still grotesque I dunno it's rated R okay? The dog does die too. And old lady offs herself but she's weird about that too?? Again, discretion, use it.)

In this rapid-fire, spookalicious episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we tackle the listener-suggested wonder that is the 2023 film, Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, written, directed, and starring Andrew Bowser. Tubi is a powerful entity, that happily absorbs many a passion project: and this one is no exception. But does that passion show on the screen? Let's investigate!

In this wild and wonderful hundredth episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we celebrate our viewing habits with our eyes wide open in the 2014 film, Don't Blink, written and directed by Travis Oates. Yes, it is a momentous occasion indeed, and when Tubi provides us with a title like Don't Blink, we see it as a challenge not to look away... Happy 100!

In this moss-covered relic of a Tubi or Not Tubi Episode, we endeavor to save Camelot in the 2009 film, Merlin and the Book of Beasts, directed by Warren P. Sonoda. There are many mythical things that happen in Arthurian legend, and Tubi has the power to absolutley distort what is already distorted to the point of no return. Fortunately, we intend to dive into this Arthurian Tubi... but will it distort us?

In this mystic, sap-covered episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we travel bizarrely long distances in a vehicle towards the 2017 film, Ayla, written and directed by Elias and starring Dee Wallace. This second paragraph is the part where we adequately allude to what Tubi has assigned us to experience. This time, somehow, the words have seemed to escape, and, like Ayla, placing them together is a puzzle in itself.

In this sporty, CapriSun-fueled epsiode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we once again pay our audience toll to Sprouse twins in the 2003 film, Just 4 Kicks, directed by Sydney J. Bartholomew Jr. This podcast has something of a relationship with the Sprouses that has taken us to some strange varandas. When it comes to the little leage soccer comedy cinematic universe, one can be sure Tubi's offerings have an unusual flavor to them...

In this ancient, reverential episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we warily visit a Biblical past in the 2019 film, Mary Magdalene, directed by Garth Davis and starring Rooney Mara, Joaquin Phoenix, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Tubi has quite a plethora of content related to the religion popularly known as Christianity, but what happens when Tubi houses a bible story that was given many millions of dollars in an alleged attempt to reflect the time and place? Let's find out...

In this super special episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we secured time to interview Bryian Keith Montgomery Jr. the writer/director of Cinnamon himself!  My goodness, there is so much to discuss surrounding this lovely film: the inspired directorial choices! The captivating performances! The music! The sign language! The pizza shop! Tubi's place in the grand cinematic media landscape as an art provider! We've got something powerful here, and fun! You don't wanna miss it.

In this exciting, rambunctious episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we have an extra special treat! We noticed that a certain film has been making fascinating waves and for good reason... Yes, we're reviewing the 2023 Tubi Original, Cinnamon, written and directed by Bryian Keith Mongomery Jr. This inspired film also stars Pam Grier and Damon Wayans. We know Tubi is a vast land of many treasures, but is it also destined tubi an incubator for excellent creativity? Let's find out!

In this fanciful, pointed episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we take a historical cinematic journey to a fascinating queer cinema specimen in the 1969 film, The Gay Decievers, directed by Bruce Kessler and starring Michael Greer. This podcast is no slouch when it comes to exploring the occasional historical artifact, and this instance is no different. Will this supposed snapshot of Vietnam-Era commentary stand the test of time, and if so, in a good way or a bad way? We shall see.

In this well-traveled, medical episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we tackle our first live recorded performance in the 2020 film, A Man and His Prostate, directed by Leonardo Foti, written by Ed. Weinberger, and starring the late Ed Asner. We've seen live shows on Tubi before, and there is quite a litter to pick from! What better way than to start off with an in-depth, anatomically accurate health class taught by Asner himself?

It's our first-ever LIVE SHOW!! In it, we revisit an old wound. Yes, I'm speaking of Allegiance of Powers, the 2016 film directed by Michael Crum. In making up for the literally lost time of the previous recording, we have now exposed this spectacle of a film to the public, in a public setting no less! What a time we had.

After the recent publishing of our very first interview as the interviewees on Around the Reel, it is only reasonable we release the wonderful interview we had with 2/3rds of that team as well! We discuss the joys of The Giant Pacific Octopus. We examine the trials and tribulations behind the making of the documentary. We also wonderfully exchange stories of bizarre encounters with unknown entities! We hope this conversation brings you as much joy as it brought us.

In this inspired, legendary episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we kick off year four by heading into the deep to explore the secrets of the 2021 documentary film, The Giant Pacific Octopus, directed by Samantha Hanna. We received this film as a direct recommendation from the exalted TwoBi-earning director and friend of the show Rick Ives, so we knew we would be in for an interesting time! We have also had the pleasure of interviewing Hanna and Aaron Carlson, 2/3rds of the Around the Reel trio. Be sure to check out their show as well: We could be making a guest appearance there sometime soon!

In this hopelessly romantic, life-threatening episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we take an ill-informed journey into the past for The Ruby Ring, the 1997 film directed by Harley Cokeliss. Coming-of-age time-travel adventures come in many shapes, sizes and creeds. However, there is always the question of convention: will this flick follow them too closely, or break them too harshly? Only Tubi can tell...

In this coma-induced vision of a Tubi or Not Tubi episode. We chastise a widow for accepting booty calls in Ghost Goggles, the 2016 film directed by Creep Creepersin. Tubi has such a deep well of wild children on wacky adventures, and almost every time there are unexpected elements... It is safe to assume this film is no different, and in being no different, it is ALWAYS different!

Oh, were you waiting for The Wait? Well, The Wait will have to Wait for reasons worth Waiting about. If you're lucky, you may be waiting forever! There totally most definitely isn't a specific reason related to human error and oppresive technological ecosystems that you shall Wait for The Wait. Besides, it's Quizmaster Pete's birthday! We must take the time to celebrate by doing a fun little twist on our Tubi Twofer Traditions!

In this foggy, maple-flavored episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we have an argument at the dinner table that we'll be inevitably whining to our therapist about in Black Bear, the 2020 film written and directed by Lawrence Michael Levine, and starring Aubrey Plaza. Tubi has a plethora of specific films designed to with specific inspirations, but what happens when Tubi delivers it on a plate of Aubrey Plaza?

This week on Tubi or Not Tubi... More Twofers again?! Listen, it's a crazy time of year and we have a lot of Tubi Trauma to get off our chest so take a listen while you wait for Aubrey Plaza okay?

In this literary, amethyst episode of Tubi or Not Tubi, we put on our berets and drink black coffee upon viewing The Mummy an' the Armadillo, the 2004 film written and directed by J. S. Cardone. On occasion the Tubi viewer comes across a particular piece with fierce, artful intentions. With a title like this, who knows what chaos may come?