Ep. 142 - Cruella & A Quiet Place Part 2

We got not one but two big theatrical releases this past weekend with Cruella and A Quiet Place Part 2! Join us as we talk about our love of the theater experience, alien strategies, and what a 3rd movie could bring. THEN, we welcome good movie buddy Leah Theodosis to talk about the fun, punk rock version of Cruella de Vil. David doesn't think Rick would've come to the late movie. Rick stans for Wink. Leah is putting out hits on all who cross her. All that and more!

Ep. 125 - Mulan 2020 and the Blockbuster-At-Home Experience

David's on vacation this week, which means we welcome back special guest good movie buddy Leah Theodosis to the show to talk about one of our favorite subjects: Disney movies. Join us as we discuss returning to movie theaters, the viewing-at-home experience of Mulan, and our overall thoughts on the new remake. Rick disagrees with the critics about villains. Leah isn't impressed with a kite. All that a more!

Ep. 93 - The Lion King Returns Again

Did you love the 1994 animated version of The Lion King? Well they remade it almost shot for shot! Our latest episode focuses on the latest gigantic Disney release and talk about the reasons why movies exist, Favreau's mission statement, and if it's good or bad to just remake the original with a really fancy new coat of paint. David has issues about feeling the love tonight or in the afternoon. Rick risks the wrath of the Beyhive. All that and more!

Ep. 87 - Aladdin 2019 & Growing Up Disney

The Popcorn Diet welcomes Special Guest Good Movie Buddy Lindsey Friend to the podcast to talk all about Disney and Aladdin! After apologies for the wonky audio, we talk all about the remake trend, various Disney villains, and being pleasantly surprised by this newest Disney live-action tale. Rick introduces his guest to the Venom thirst. Lindsey has some hot takes about Disney villains. All that and more!

Ep. 80 - Disney & Dumbo

You'll believe an elephant can fly as the boys return to break down Disney's newest live-action remake, DUMBO. Join us as we discuss the effects of bringing cartoons to live action, Tim Burton's wheelhouse, and the irony of a film bemoaning gigantic conglomerates being made by a gigantic conglomerate! Rick loses his mind over a cameo. David weighs in on the corporations. All that and more!

2019 Oscar Primer: A Star Is Born

Our Oscar Primer miniseries continues, this time taking a look at one of the most talked about movies of the season, Bradley Cooper's remake of A Star is Born. Led by powerhouse performances from Lady Gaga and Cooper, it's a emotional, thrilling, and heartbreaking look at the rise and fall of stardom. Join us as we discuss performance, filmmaking, and what nominations we think it could capture!