While the movie theaters are making their comeback, there is still plenty available for you to watch right in the comfort of your home. Join us this week as we talk about the psychological reasoning behind what we watch, what we've been watching in our spare time (including heists and Clint Eastwood), and what we're looking forward to in the coming weeks. David is all about his crime shows. Rick looks forward to new episodes every week. All that and more!
We're back with a double-feature episode discussing the two newest film releases. First, we talk about the world-building, the cast, and why Mark Wahlberg's new film Infinite just doesn't work. Then we sing the praises of musicals as well as Lin Manuel Miranda's In The Heights. David is having a hard time keeping track of the rules. Rick is also a talented and scarred person, just like the Phantom. All that and more!
When you put together a movie with Dave Bautista, Las Vegas, a heist, and a hoard of zombies, you have our attention! Join us for our latest episode as we offer our reactions, break down the faults, and discuss the future of Zack Snyder's latest film, Army of the Dead. Rick gives an unexpected shoutout. David thinks the daughter is worse than Kim Bauer on 24. All that and more!
The Popcorn Diet returns to talk about some of the biggest movie news from the past week. First, we discuss the Sag Winners and what it might mean for the Oscar races. Then, we discuss the success and stupidity of Godzilla vs. Kong. Finally, we wrap with a n extended discussion about Marvel's The Falcon and the Winter Solder at the show's midway point. David is thankful the monsters fought. Rick doesn't trust Zemo at all. All that and more!
The latest story from the MCU is at an end, so that means it's time to break down everything that happened, didn't happen, and might be coming with WandaVision! Join us as we laugh about bad predictions and lay out where we go from here! David thinks we're going to go backwards before we go forward. Rick doesn't think storytellers owe you anything. All that and more!
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!
The Popcorn Diet returns with a mega movie grab bag episode looking at some of the most recent streaming releases. We offer no restraint on spoilers in discussing Tom Hanks' WWII Naval film Greyhound, Andy Samberg's time loop comedy Palm Springs, and Charlize Theron kicking so much ass in The Old Guard. David loves the villains you love to hate. Rick plays the time loop like a video game. All that and more!!
The Popcorn Diet is taking it one step at a time, and we're back with special guest movie buddy Leah Theodosis to discuss the outrageous new Will Ferrell/Rachel McAdams comedy on Netflix! Join us as we talk about what we've been during doing the quarantine, how this movie takes chances that pay off, and why it's the perfect movie at this point for everyone. Rick is on board the Dan Stevens express. Leah wants to see more Rachel McAdams in comedy. All that and more!!