Grab your cherry-red Fender Telesonic and your nostalgia-wrapped existential crisis, because we're SWITCHING BODIES TODAY -- JK, we're not, but we ARE discussing both Freaky Friday (2003) and it's brand new "lega-sequel", Freakier Friday! Along the way, we discuss what makes a nostalgia-grab successful, the hilarious grossness of getting older, no matter the phase of life, and the absolute SUPREMACY of Jamie Lee Curtis! Head over to our PATREON to hear ad-free episodes, watch video episodes, and more!

Hear the full episode over on our PATREON! Bros, there's a LOT going on right now! On today's ep, we dive into the latest goings on in Hollywood, including new celebrity couples, new movie studio breakups, and the surprise horror hit dominating the box office. We also chat about Eminem's controversial new popcorn bucket, Ice Cube's almost iconically derided new War of the Worlds film, and the upcoming indie film boom coming out of India!

WELCOME BACK, BROS! We're kicking off season THIRTEEN with a chit chat all about Fantastic Four: First Steps. On the way, we discuss what makes a Steph-favorable comic book film, the alternate castings that could've sent this movie in a totally different direction, and the importance of optimism, now more than ever! APOLOGIES for the sound in the beginning, Alex was on her travel mic -- but it levels out quickly! Did you see Fantastic Four? What did you think?? Head over to our PATREON for video episodes, ad-free episodes, and more!

Grab your poorly trained but irresistibly cute flying dog and your hope for the future, because we're diving into James Gunn's Superman!Along the way, we discuss the classic comic book aesthetic, the plight of modern young masculinity, and the behind-the-scenes machinations of DC, Warner Bros., and Discovery, Inc.!

Another summer smash hit getting absolutely demolished online? DON'T MIND IF WE DO!! On today's ep, we explore all the ways we think the critics have misunderstood the latest in the Jurassic franchise, as well as the film's fascinating Spielberg sneak attack creation. Along the way, we discuss nerdy dinosaur facts, Spielbergian trademarks, the importance of child-like wonder, and, of course, Alex's BITTER JEALOUSY!

VROOM VROOM, BROS! Grab your helmets and put the pedal to the metal because we're discussing Steph's most eagerly anticipated film of 2025, all about her very favorite sport -- F1! Along the way, we discuss Brad Pitt's complicated allegation history, the intricacies of racing culture, the crazy camera innovations made by the filmmakers, and sports movie gender politics!

Grab your bigger boat and your three male friends who struggle to get along, because we're diving BACK into Steven Spielberg's Jaws (1975) -- just in time to celebrate the movie's 50th anniversary! Today, Steph is away, but never fear -- Alex is joined by fellow Film Bro and wildly talented writer, director, actor, and artistic director of the Westport Country Playhouse, Mark Shanahan! Together they discuss the wildly detailed symbolism in Spielberg's nautical classic, as well as some behind-the-scenes tidbits, Williams' score influences, the movie's blockbuster legacy, and more!

TW: Discussion of suicide WE ARE MAD AS HELL, AND WE'RE GONNA TALK ABOUT IT ON A PODCAST! Hey bros! Today, we're talking about the disturbingly prescient and hilariously dark classic, Network! Along the way, we discuss the evolution of the 24-hour news cycle, the crazy ways aging has changed in the last 50 years, and Sidney Lumet's long history of never dropping anything less than a pure banger! Head to our PATREON to watch video episodes, check out our Thursday discussion episodes, and more!

Hear (or watch!) the full episode over on our PATREON! "Two ADHD-riddled women scar the public with embarrassing crush confessions, villainous cinematic hot takes, and reality TV brain rot as they unsuccessfully attempt to play a game without any tangents!"... is ONE way to describe this episode! Bros, today we're playing a little game, and we invite you to play along at home! On the way, we discuss Love Island, Materialists-Gate, and Alex's deeply controversial Pixar crush.

BROS STRAP IN BECAUSE THIS IS A SPICY ONE! On today's ep, we discuss Celine Song's sophomore exploration of love and reality, the beautiful and complex movie causing meltdowns all over TikTok -- The Materialists! Along the way we discuss the backlash and the shocking ways so many people seem to have misunderstood this film, as well as love, capitalism, and script structure.  IG, TT, YT: @filmbrospod

SADDLE UP, BROS, because its time for Steph to watch her first classic western and discover she's in love with Val Kilmer! We're going all the way back to the Old West to discuss George P. Cosmatos' ICONIC classic, Tombstone! Along the way we discuss the crazy behind the scenes director shuffle, the classic problem of three blond wives who look the same and operate as a hive mind, and the raw magnetism of that sick, sick man, Doc Holliday.

The Bros are BACK in Hitch-land, and we're talking about one of his very darkest films -- Vertigo! Along the way, we discuss inopportune sexytime music, men's propensity for idolization, and the thin line between erotic and spooky as hell. Head to our PATREON to watch video episodes, hear weekly bonus episodes, and more!

Hear the full episode over on our PATREON! We all know the Wilhelm Scream, but did you know that there's a whole LIBRARY of sounds used in all your favorite movies? On today's episode, we discuss prolific stock sounds, iconic movie noises that instantly elicit a feeling, and we top it off with a QUIZ -- How Did This Sound Get Made?

Grab your filofax, your codependency issues, and your recording of Bennie and the Jets, because we're diving into 27 Dresses! Along the way, we discuss the fallacy of transactional relationships, the misogyny behind the "chick flick" concept, and whether or not anyone actually has 27 friends, let alone people wanting you in their bridal party. Watch this episode on video (and more!) over on our PATREON! IG, TT, YT - @filmbrospod GET TICKETS to Alex's upcoming Hollywood Fringe show!!

BROS, welcome back for SEASON 12! We're kicking things off with a true cinema classic, the blueprint for the modern adventure film and the source of nerd-with-a-whip-and-a-hat crushes the world over -- Raiders of the Lost Ark! Along the way, we discuss questionable age gaps, what exactly does belong in a museum, and the enduring fabulousness of character actor Alfred Molina! Head to our PATREON to watch video episodes, hear ad-free episodes, and more! Insta, TT, YT: @FilmBrosPod

As a movie duo ourselves, we are uniquely qualified to list some of the very best! On today's special bonus ep, we discuss all our favorite onscreen pairs. Along the way, we discuss the defunding of PBS and NPR, our ongoing obsession with The Pitt, and our potential (mostly joking) spinoff podcast, Ugly Women Ruin Everything! Head on over to our PATREON for video episodes, weekly bonus episodes, and more!

Grab your pickled garlic and your 1932 Dobro Cyclops Resonator because we're diving into Ryan Coogler's THRILLING new film, Sinners! Along the way we discuss the visceral ethereality of music, the perfect three-act structure, and the fascinating choice of an ancient Irish villain. Head to our PATREON to hear ad-free episodes, weekly bonus episodes, and more! IG, TT, YT - @filmbrospod

Hear the full episode over on our PATREON 😚  Did someone say SLUTTY TRUMPETS?? On today's ep, we talk all things smoochin' -- our own first kisses, what makes a good kiss (real life) and what makes a good kiss (MOVIE), and, of course, our favorite onscreen lip locks. From sweepingly epic embraces to hothothot snowy canoodles, a good movie kiss can make or break a movie. What are YOUR faves?

Grab your depressed best friend and hop in the stolen Ferrari, because we're SKIPPING SCHOOL on today's episode, all about John Hughes' classic, decade-defining teen romp, Ferris Bueller's Day Off! Along the way we discuss our own teenage truancy stories, Matthew Broderick's unbeatable charm, and Alex's CRAZY weekend getting stranded in the desert! Follow us on TT, YT, and IG @filmbrospod Head to our PATREON to hear weekly discussion episodes, watch video episodes, and more!!

Brush up your Jack Nicholson impression and get ready for group therapy, because we're diving into Milos Forman's seminal classic, ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST! Along the way, we discuss our own experiences with mental illness, the wildly sexist worldview of Ken Kesey, and the stellar performances of America's best 1970s character actors! Head to our PATREON for video episodes, bonus episodes, and more!