On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it's time for our 1984 Movie Battle Royale! Not only do we discuss what a fantastic year at the theater 1984 was, but we all break it down to what is truly the greatest film to come out of that year. Which one had the most holding power, influence, is beloved the most? Could it be Ghostbusters, The Karate Kid, The Terminator, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Gremlins, A Nightmare on Elm Street, The NeverEnding Story, Beverly Hills Cop, or something else? The answer might ultimately surprise you!

Discussed on this episode

Watch Aaron moderate a Cobra Kai panel with Ralph Macchio and William Zabka as discussed on the episode: https://youtu.be/nWASxKUS3yM

 

Direct download: HO560_1984_MBR.mp3
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we have several reviews to discuss: Griselda, Masters of the Air, Masters of the Universe: Revolution, Poor Things, and Zorro.

  • (00:00 – 8:46) Road House Trailer | Poor Things Review
  • (8:47 – 19:03) Masters of the Air, Masters of the Universe: Revolution, Zorro Reviews
  • (19:04 – 26:00) Griselda Review
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Direct download: Griselda_Masters_of_the_Air.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are kicking things off with a breakdown and discussion on the 2024 Oscar nominations, from what should win to what was obviously “snubbed” in all of the major categories. Was Barbie treated fairly? Will Oppenheimer sweep? Is Godzilla Minus One going to beat blockbusters for that Visual Effects Oscar? It's time to dive in! The 96th Academy Awards will air Sunday, March 10, 2024 on ABC.

See the full list of Oscar nominees at  https://www.thehollywoodoutsider.com/96th-academy-awards-559/

What are your biggest Oscar snubs and surprises for 2024?

Direct download: HO559_2024_Oscar_Nominations.mp3
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we have three reviews to discuss: I.S.S., Ariana DeBose faces a looming existential crisis aboard the International Space Station, Cult Killer pits Alice Eve against a serial killer, and Netflix's American Nightmare, which focuses on an insane story of a woman kidnapped in the middle of the night. 

  • (00:00 – 11:26) Opening | I.S.S. Review
  • (11:27– 14:05) Cult Killer Review
  • (14:06 – 21:23) American Nightmare Review
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I.S.S.: Tensions flare in the near future aboard the International Space Station as a conflict breaks out on Earth. Reeling, the U.S. and Russian astronauts receive orders from the ground: take control of the station by any means necessary.

Cult Killer: A private eye is murdered, his protégé is given the case and forms an unlikely alliance with the murderer. 

American Nightmare: After a harrowing home invasion and kidnapping in 2015, a couple is accused of staging the ordeal when the woman reappears in this true-crime docuseries.

Direct download: I.S.S._Cult_Killer_American_Nightmare.mp3
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What movie releases are you most looking forward to in 2024?

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we're breaking down everything that's getting us excited in film with our 2024 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. Blockbusters such as Deadpool 3, Inside Out 2, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Furiosa, Twisters, smaller films such as Mickey 17, Civil War, Challengers, Drive-Away Dolls, and so many more. Last year was full of highlights, but 2024 is looking even more exciting. Let's take a walk into the future!

Direct download: HO558_2024_Movies_Extravaganza.mp3
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What did you think of the 75th Annual Emmy Awards?

For this special Emmys 2024 wrap-up episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, Aaron discusses the events, speeches, and winners of the 75th Annual Emmy Awards.

Direct download: HO_2024_Emmys.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:03pm PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we are breaking down our 2024 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, network, cable, and streaming all count, it just has to have had at least 3 new episodes in 2023. For movies, theatrical, 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!

Take a listen to the 2024 HO Awards for TV and Film!

Be wary of potential mild spoilers for 2023 films and TV series

Discussed on this episode

  • (0:00 – 10:40) Opening
  • (10:41 – 1:14:07) Television Awards
  • (1:14:08 – 2:27:18) Film Awards
  • (2:27:19– 2:30:30) HO TV Series and HO Movie of the Year
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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.
    • Biggest Surprise
    • 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.
    • Biggest Surprise
    • The Top 10
Direct download: HO557_HO_Awards_2024.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:10am PDT

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we have four distinct topics to dive into as we revisit our most popular conversations of 2023: Movie Theater Memories, Audiences Struggle With Change, Dream Movie and TV Pairings, and Movie Sequels We Didn't Need.

Direct download: HO_2024_Best_of.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00am PDT

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