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Matchstick Men (2003)

Matchstick Men (2003)

Update: 2025-08-06
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This Ridley Scott hidden gem from 2003 is the perfect blend of crime, comedy, and style. It also features fantastic performances from its three leads, Nicolas Cage, Sam Rockwell, and Alison Lohman. Dan and Jon also share their thoughts on how to revisit this film, Matchstick Men, with contemporary twists.

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Next episode: ⁠Labyrinth (1986) • The 3rd season of Ruined Childhoods is a year-long cinematic/alphabetic yo-yo, taking listeners from A-Z and then Z-A.

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Matchstick Men (2003)

Matchstick Men (2003)

Dan Wiener and Jon Richardson