What did you think of the 95th Annual Academy Awards?

For this special Oscars 2023 wrap-up, Aaron and Amanda are LIVE from SXSW 2023 to discuss the events, speeches, and winners of the 95th Annual Academy Awards, including a noticeable lack of professional slapping.

The Academy Awards (“Oscars”) are the most prestigious awards in filmmaking and showcase some of the greatest talent and work in motion pictures for that running year. The nominees and winners are selected by majority vote from members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Ballots are cast by members from within the industry and, in most categories, represent the corresponding branch (ex.: actors nominate actors).

Discussed on this episode

  • Oscars 2023 | The 95th Academy Awards winners, ceremony, and stand-out moments.
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:34am PDT

Why do we love awful TV characters?

YOU just finished its fourth season, and people still LOOOOOOVE Joe. Why though? He's a horrible person who preys on women and murders fairly consistently. What is it about this awful TV characters that we just cannot stop loving? On the flip side, what about those TV leads that are just bad in general? There's a lot to unpack on this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast!

Also on this episode, Movie Innuendo returns with a SCREAM edition, thoughts on how many sequels are enough, reviews of Pinball: The Man Who Saved The Game and Chris Rock's Selective Outrage, and much more!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 15:29) Opening | How Many Sequels Are Enough, The Slap Anniversary
  • (15:30 – 30:59) Reviews: Operation Fortune, Pinball: The Man Who Saved The Game, Chris Rock: Selective Outrage
  • (31:00 – 1:09:06) From the Outside In: Awful TV Characters We Love and Bad TV Leads
  • (1:09:07 – 1:13:50) Movie Innuendo: SCREAM Edition
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Direct download: HO520_Bad_TV_Characters_We_Love.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:57am PDT

Why do we love movies where animals are the hunters?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we decide pry into the idea of why do we love watching animals and insects attack our fellow humans? With Cocaine Bear clawing up theaters, it's obvious people still love a good man vs. nature film, so why do we love this topic so much? And what, exactly, are we terrified of? Let's discuss!

Also on this episode, what is the appeal of boxing films, Hogwarts Legacy is sweeping the movie game market, Disney officially loses control of Reedy Park, plus reviews of Cocaine Bear and 2023's Children of the Corn!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 8:11) Opening
  • (8:12 – 27:00) Boxing Films, Hogwarts Legacy, Disney Loses Reedy Creek
  • (27:01 – 39:57) Reviews: Cocaine Bear, Children of the Corn
  • (39:58 – 1:22:10) From the Outside In: Man vs. Nature and When Animals Attack!
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Direct download: HO519_Man_vs_Nature.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:10am PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it's time to ask the big question: Is Marvel phasing out? Meaning, are they fading as a brand? Are they pumping out too much quantity, are they losing too much quality, what is going on with Marvel these days? Sure, there are still fans who love each and every thing Marvel does, but you have to admit those numbers are shrinking. So the question is: why? 

Also on this episode, we discuss Bruce Willis' recent update, our spoiler review of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and we respond directly to YOUR questions lifted straight off of Patreon.com!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 9:47) Opening 
  • (9:48 – 44:16) From the Outside In: Is Marvel Phasing Out?
  • (44:17 – 1:08:36) Listener Questions from Patreon.com/TheHollywoodOutsider
  • (1:08:37 – 1:21:52) Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Spoiler Review
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Direct download: HO518_Is_Marvel_Phasing_Out.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:32am PDT

Why do audiences struggle so much with change to their favorite properties?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we decide to dive deep into a hot button topic: why do audiences struggle so much with change? Think about it, we all have it. Something beloved to us: James Bond, Superman, Peter Parker, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars - whatever it is, there is SOME property we feel should always remain just as we remember it. But why? It's time to discuss. 

And that's not all, as we also whine about bad manners when you're watching TV at home, a Patreon suggested topic on Superman 1 & 2, plus reviews of Devil's Peak, YOU Season 4 Part 1, and Titanic's 25th Anniversary re-release. 

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 14:13) Opening | TV Manners
  • (14:14 – 22:51) Patreon Topic on Superman 1 and 2
  • (22:52 – 45:26) Spoiler-Free Reviews: Titanic 25th Anniversary, Devil's Peak, YOU: Season 4 Part 1
  • (45:27 – 1:29:37) From the Outside In: Why Do Audiences Struggle With Change?
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Category:general -- posted at: 12:33am PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we want to know why do audiences love an apocalypse so much? The Last of Us, Walking Dead, Station 11, there are so many TV shows and movies that take place in an apocalyptic scenario these days...but why? We discuss this phenomenon and why we are so in love with this concept, as well as how we think we would fare if it all came true. 

And that's not all, as AMC Theaters has unveiled a new pricing structure that feels guaranteed to piss off moviegoers who just fell back in love with going to theaters again. Plus review of Knock at the Cabin, recommendations, expanded universes, and more!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 30:14) Opening | AMC Theaters Pricing Update and TV Expanded Universes
  • (30:15 – 39:30) Spoiler-Free Review: Knock at the Cabin | Recommendations - Mayfair Witches, That 90s Show, Poker Face
  • (39:31 – 1:01:571) From the Outside In: Why Do We Love An Apocalypse?
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Direct download: HO516_Apocalypse.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:45am PDT

What are your dream film or TV pairings?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we discuss who we would love to see paired up for a film or TV project. Think Eddie Murphy and Nick Nolte, Danny Glover and Mel Gibson, Martin Lawrence and Will Smith, Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy, etc. Those actors who somehow immediately gel despite never seeming to fit off the page. Who are your dream film or TV pairings?

And that's not all, as James Gunn and Peter Safran have unveiled their initial plans for the newly revamped DC Universe, or DCU. John and Aaron break down all of the news, and what it all means. 

Also on this episode: Our spoiler-free reviews of You People and 80 for Brady, plus a return to our game, How Do You Survive - Cocaine Bear and Knock at the Cabin editions!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 7:50) Opening 
  • (7:51 – 46:40) Dream Film or TV Pairings
  • (46:41 – 56:08) Spoiler-Free Reviews: You People and 80 for Brady
  • (56:09 – 1:25:01) James Gunn and Peter Safran unveils the New DC Universe, aka the DCU
  • (1:25:01 – 1:35:40) How Do You Survive - Cocaine Bear and Knock at the Cabin Editions
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Direct download: HO515_Dream_Pairings_DCU.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:04am PDT

What are your favorite movie theater memories?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are kicking things off with a breakdown and discussion on the 2023 Oscar nominations, from what should win to what was obviously "snubbed" in all of the major categories. Then we segue to a walk down memory lane as we barb back-and-forth on our favorite movie theater memories: those times IN a movie theater that have stayed with us for all of these years. What was your most memorable time at the cinema?

Also on this episode: Alec Baldwin is charged in the Rust tragedy, and our spoiler-free reviews of The Last of Us and Night Court!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 40:07) Opening | 2023 Oscar Nominations | Rust Charges
  • (40:08 – 1:13:32) Movie Theater Memories
  • (1:13:33 – 1:27:13) Reviews of The Last of Us and Night Court
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Direct download: HO514_Movie_Theater_Memories.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:45am PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're breaking down everything that's getting us excited in film with our 2023 Movie Preview Extravaganza!  We talk about all the big movies coming to theaters and streaming this year with their respective release date and a brief synopsis. Flash, Fast X, Little Mermaid, Wonka, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, and so many more. Last year was full of highlights, but 2023 is looking even more exciting. Let's take a walk into the future! 

Also on this episode: our spoiler-free review of Alice, Darling!

Discussed on this episode

  • (5:46 – 1:21:39) The 2023 Movie Preview Extravaganza
  • (1:21:40 – 1:32:11) Review of Alice, Darling
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Direct download: HO513_2023_Movie_Preview.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:23am PDT

What TV Releases Are You Most Looking Forward to in 2023?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're breaking down everything that's getting us excited in television with our 2023 TV Release Extravaganza!  We talk about over 30 NEW TV shows coming to television this year with the premiere date, network, and a brief synopsis, AND our favorites returning. Strap on your boots, we're taking a walk into the future!

Also on this episode: spoiler-free reviews of M3GAN, The Pale Blue Eye, and Skinamarink!

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 5:45) Opening 
  • (5:46 – 1:00:43) Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2023
  • (1:00:44 – 1:27:05) Reviews of M3GAN, The Pale Blue Eye, and Skinamarink
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Direct download: HO512_2023_TV_Releases.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:06am PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we are breaking down our 2023 awards for both film and television. If you haven’t listened to our HO Awards before, we do ours a bit different, for example our "actor" category covers all genders, we do not separate it. For TV, cable and streaming all count, it just has to have had at least 3 new episodes in 2022. For movies, VOD and streaming all count.

If you want to follow along, the categories are below, so let us know what your picks are on our social media channels. Each of us will award our winners in each category, and at the end, we’ll combine ours with listener picks to determine what was the HO TV series and Movie of the Year! Before we go, we will each leave you with our 2023 HO Teachable Minute.

* Be wary of potential mild spoilers for 2022 films and TV series

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 15:50) Opening | Best TV or Film Experience | Best News Item | Best Line in Film or TV
  • (15:51 – 1:08:25) Television Awards
  • (1:08:26 – 1:59:20) Film Awards
  • (1:59:21 – 2:07:30) Listener Top 10 | HO TV Series, and Movie of the Year | 2023 Teachable Minute
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TV Award Categories

  • Best Special Effects and/or Stunts on TV
  • Best Villain or Badass
  • Best Supporting Actor
  • Best Actor
  • Best Specific Moment on TV
  • The Justin Macumber Award: Little-seen or discussed TV series that just completely won you over and you hope more people find it in the new year. Named after the late Justin Macumber.
  • Most Disappointing TV Series
  • Best TV Flashback
  • The Top 10

Movie Award Categories

  • Best Use of a Worn-Out Movie Cliché or Plot
  • Best Physical Effects or Stunts
  • Best Use of CGI in Film
  • Best Villain or Badass
  • Best Supporting Actor
  • Best Actor
  • Best Specific Moment in Film
  • The Justin Macumber Award: Little-seen or discussed film that just completely won you over and you hope more people find it in the new year. Named after the late Justin Macumber.
  • Most Disappointing Film
  • The Top 10

 

Direct download: HO511_2023_HO_Awards.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am PDT

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