Adventures in Movies!

Nathaniel Muir/Danny Martinez/Blake Heath

Every week AIPT Movie Editor Nathaniel Muir and his cinema partner in crime Blake Heath discuss indie and genre movies you have have never heard of, the ones you cannot hear enough about, and the ones you never want to hear about again.

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Dune Special Edition

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10/30/21 • 49 min

***SPOILER WARNING! WE DISCUSS DUNE AND MAJOR PLOT REVELATIONS***

We end the spooky season with what is destined to become a Halloween favorite. This week we talk about 2021's 'Dune'. We have been talking about this movie for years and were all extremely excited to see it. The question is not if we liked the movie, but how much. There is no way any of us would dislike the movie, right?

Dune may not ever be the perfect Halloween movie, but it is one of the most anticipated movies of the year. We talk about whether a person can get into the movie without having read the books first. Right off the bat, one of us is very upset about how confusing everything is. This begs the question: there is no doubting how gorgeous the film is; but is it just a case of style over substance.

We also try to figure out the odd line deliveries and naming conventions. Timothee Chalamet has proven he is one of the best young actors today. Why does his science fiction hero speak every other YouTuber? And why do the most important characters have such normal names?

The three of us also talk about the direction outside of the grand sci-fi moments, compare this version to David Lynch's much maligned 1984 attempt (you will be surprised who has nice things to say about it - well, maybe not), and talk about how there is only one way to watch Dune.

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Adventures in Movies! is hosted by Nathaniel Muir, Blake, and Danny. You can find Nathaniel on Instagram at nathaninpoortaste. Danny can be found on Twitter @default_player and on Instagram at default_player. Blake can be found on Twitter @foureyedhorror and on Instagram at foureyedhorror. You can reach us personally or on Twitter @AdventuresinMo1.

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Adventures in Movies! is hosted by Nathaniel and Blake. You can find Nathaniel on Instagram at nathaninpoortaste. Blake can be found on Twitter @foureyedhorror and on Instagram at foureyedhorror. You can reach us personally or on Twitter @AdventuresinMo1.

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Episode 169: 'The Northman' Special Edition

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04/29/22 • 47 min

Robert Eggers first two films have been stunning works - depending on who you ask. The Northman is easily his most accessible film to date, so why did people walk out of the showing Blake attended? Thematically, there is a direct line to The Witch and The Lighthouse. Both of those were polarizing films among audiences. Did Eggers not do enough to cater to mainstream audiences?

This also leads to a question about his future. Whether a person likes his movie or not is subjective, but there is not doubting he is a talented director. Will he be doing larger pictures that are more in line with the general public's taste or will he continue developing his nihilistic view on storytelling?

The Northman lives up to the promise of its trailer and delivers big action pieces. We talk about how well Eggers was able to move from slower more contemplative films to action adventure. Did the movie keep us engaged or was the pacing too slow for the story it was trying to tell? And it sure was nice of Bjork to use her own wardrobe for the movie.

We also take a brief detour to talk about Alex Garland's new movie. Men looks to be employing deep fake technology in an unsettling trailer. As creepy as the trailer is, the red band version seems to give away too much of the plot. We also question why A24 only uses their cool logo designs for trailers.

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Episode 289: 'Booger' (2024)/ 'Dead Teenagers' (2024)

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09/13/24 • 65 min

James Earl Jones will forever have a place in film history based on his voice alone. From Darth Vader to CNN commercials, he is known the world over. But there is much more to him. Our memories include Conan, baseball, and Mystery Science Theater.

The Goonies is one of the most important movies of the 1980s. It is the perfect movie filled with adventure, humor, and a satisfying ending. There was never a sequel because there was not a need for one. But we are getting one anyway.There is no point in complaining about how there are too many remakes and sequels.The question is, are we excited to see it?

Where does gross out end and body horror begin? That is just one of the questions Booger had us pondering. The indie film recently made its world premiere at the Fantasia Film Festival. Unlike other movies in the genre, it covers deep themes such as grief, loss, and friendship. Just when it looked like it was going to be something really special, it falls apart, So, what happened?

Quinn Armstrong has not made it easy on us. His trilogy seemed like a lot of fun. Stories of exorcisms, doom metal, and death sound like a great combination for a couple of horror fans. While there was some good looking stuff in the first two films, they ended up leaving a bad taste in our mouths.

But there was no way Dead Teenagers could fail. It was about a group of friends hanging out at a cabin in the woods. Before long, their fun is interrupted by a masked killer. Yes, we had seen it before, but that was part of the fun. We could not wait to see what Armstrong did with a more straightforward horror story.

Regrettably, we never got that movie. Things start off normal enough. There is even a cool Big Bad that is the stuff of franchises. The archetypes are a little different and there is a slight tweak along the way, but Dead Teenagers is definitely a slasher. Until it gets a little too clever for its own good.

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Episode 257: Just Your Average Vampire 'A Vampire in the Family' (2023)/ 'Sunrise' (2024)

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01/19/24 • 51 min

Dune: Part 2 is slated to be one of the biggest releases of this year. What better way to commemorate its release than to revisit David Lynch’s version of the Frank Herbert classic? Forty years after its controversial initial release, Lynch’s Dune will see a limited release in theaters.

Is there anything more that we need to say about The Exorcist: Believer? We have made it clear since watching it that we absolutely detested the sequel to one of the most important horror movies of all time. The latest news of the project - and its planned future - have us both thinking about the future and past.

When we first discussed the trailer for Netflix’s A Vampire in the Family, we were pleasantly surprised. It looked like good old fashioned goofy fun. Little did we know that we would be introduced to what has to be one of Brazil’s most cherished comedic treasures.

We have covered a lot of strange films on our humble little podcast. None have straight up confused us like 2024’s Sunrise. The story somehow becomes more confusing if you pay more attention to it. The fact that it is a vampire movie without an actual vampire is strange enough, but add flashbacks that make no sense, characters that do things without reason, and a backstory that brings nothing, the film left us speechless.

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Episode 261: Toxic & Erotic: 'The Lair of the White Worm' (1988)/ 'No One Would Tell' (1996)

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02/16/24 • 60 min

When over 100 million people watch something, there is no way we can avoid talking about it. We discuss our favorite trailers from this year's Super Bowl. And yes we chose to talk about Knuckles instead of Wicked. And was there a commercial for Scientology during the big game or are people just messing with us?

Bram Stoker is a horror icon, but not in the same way as other creators like Stephen King or John Carpenter. Stoker is known for Dracula and nothing else. It is the rare case where the work has completely overshadowed the author. Still, "Bram Stoker's Dracula' still carries a lot of weight to many more than just horror audiences.

But when you ask people to name any of Stoker's other works, the question will probably be met with a blank stare. in 1988, director Ken Russell gifted the world with his take on The Lair of the White Worm. Sexy, sensual, frightening, and an assault on the senses, the film is an underrated gem that we could not say enough good things about as hard as we tried.

After school specials went away a long time ago, but those who are old enough, remember them fondly. Though it was a Lifetime movie, 1996's No One Would Tell definitely fits in the category. Its story of a high school girl being abused by her boyfriend is a powerful one that remained with anyone who saw it.

But how well does it work in 2024? Putting aside how strange it is to see Fred Savage and Candance Cameron star in a movie about respecting women, it is a very effective movie. There are some poor writing decisions that are impossible to ignore, but the tension, pacing, and overall tone make for an impactful watch.

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Episode 229: 'Venomous' (2000)/'Mad Heidi' (2023)

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06/23/23 • 58 min

We start the show with a tale of two box offices. It does not come as a surprise The Flash has underperformed at the box office. It was definitely a combination of superhero fatigue, the DCEU never catching on, and Ezra’s Miller's past problems, but what factored in the most? And how far up his own butt is Wes Anderson?

The passing of Treat Williams was a major blow to genre cinema. Treat has been around for decades and was a great leading man. We decided to cover one of his more recent movies. And who would have thought that the best Covid movie ever was made over twenty years ago?

Surprisingly, Venomous was never mentioned during the phase when everyone was locked at home watching movies about global pandemics. From lockdowns to masks to citizens being subjected to fake news, the film about genetically engineered rattlesnakes is like a crystal ball from 2000. The great use of stock footage, big explosions, and frightening snakes pushed it over the top.

They do not make movies like Mad Heidi. It is an exploitation movie pure and simple. A great mix of sex appeal and over the top violence, it will appeal to fans of old school grindhouse offerings without pushing away modern audiences. Few indie movies are as franchise ready and Alice Lucy absolutely shines.

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Episode 268: 'Under the Skin' (2013)/'Glorious'(2022)

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04/05/24 • 61 min

We have franchises on our minds this week. We did not think The Pope's Exorcist was a big hit. It underperformed at the box office and any time we heard about the Russel Crowe movie, it was just about how awful it was. Apparently, it has gathered a cult following. How big of a fanbase? Would you believe a trilogy? We also talk about the new Matrix movie and the importance of knowing when to quit.

Scarlett Johansson is one of the biggest movie stars in the world. Big as in second box office grossing actor in the history of movies. She has acted in a number of different genres and is known the world over. But even she has starred in some films that did not set the box office on fire.

Released in 2013, Under the Skin is one of those that did not do as well. As in, it failed to recoup its $13 million (!) budget. We talk about the guerilla filmmaking, Johansson's amazing performance, and why audiences will have trouble getting into it. Is this the best work on an impressive resume?

It seems like we are seeing a Lovecraft renaissance. The horror author has been a big influence for many, but his views have left him person non grata for a long time. But every week seems to bring us a new work inspired by him. (To be fair, Lovecraftian themes and ideas have never gone away.)

What is especially fun about this latest way of Lovecraftian horror is its willingness to try new themes. Take 2022's Glorious. The Shudder original takes many familiar themes and puts them in a road stop restroom and makes a glory hole central to the plot. Does it work? And what about that wild twist?

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Episode 170: Mommy Issues Month: 'The Dark and the Wicked' (2020)/'Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone' (2022)

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05/06/22 • 49 min

The Cannes Film Festival may be the epitome of overindulgence. The outfits rival anything seen at the Met Gala while the setting is one of the most fabulous in the world. Fortnite is a multiplayer video game played by kids. So, what brought the two together? We talk about one of the strangest crossovers in years.

Every time we review a movie, we try to go in with zero expectations. That does not stop us from forming initial impressions, however. Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone is a movie about a car salesman written by and starring... a car salesman. Charlie is down on his luck, but has a strong support system. He also learns that he has superpowers that can save the world.

We were interested in the movie because of its ties to El Paso and did not hesitate to watch it. Based on the premise, we each went in with a very specific idea of what we were going to see. All of us were surprised, but is that a good thing. We also discuss the passion put in the movie and the what seems to be a creepy crush the hero has on his sister.

The Dark and the Wicked is something of a return to form for us. The intimate horror film about a pair of siblings up against a sinister force is worlds away from the over the top fare we have recently featured. Bryan Bertino has an impressive pedigree and his knowledge of the genre is on full display. But are there too many tropes and is the twist too easy to spot?

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Episode 213: 'Enys Men' (2023)/'Children of the Corn' (2023)

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03/03/23 • 52 min

Ricou Browning is one of the most important figures in horror. His iconic work on The Creature form the Black Lagoon is still studied and an inspiration today. The character has proven to be timeless as horror fans of all ages know and love the Creature. We talk about our memories of the man and the movie.

Cocaine Bear was never high on our list of priorities. It's a funny idea, it just isn't enough to get us want to rush out and spend our money. Make it a more realistic story involving meth and a gator, however...

Thankfully, The Asylum is here to give fans what they want, and it doesn't include Elizabeth Banks.

Enys Men is everything you would expect an arthouse horror movie to be. Undoubtedly, this will be a lot of people's favorite film of the year. There is no denying it is beautifully shot and tells a creepy story. The acting is also top notch, which is incredibly important since it is basically a one person show.

But if it does not keep the audience entertained, does any of it matter? We discuss pretentious film fans versus those of us who just like to watch movies. Taste is subjective and no opinion matters more, but when the filmmaker goes out of their way to provide an experience instead of telling a story, someone has to call them out.

Stephen King has cemented his name in horror and pop culture. No matter how bad an adaption of one of his works is, there is no way it could sully his legacy. Right?

The latest iteration of Children of the Corn follows the basic premise of the 1977 short story. A group of creepy kids take over a small town in rural Nebraska. Its been given some modern touches (corn has never been more important), but it does not deviate much from the source material.

Is this the worse King adaptation ever? It certainly is one of the most nonsensical with strange character motivations, shoddy editing, and a complete lack of development past the protagonist and antagonist. Despite its (many) flaws, how did it manage to be entertaining?

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Episode 311: Nuns, industrial music, and Zombies

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02/21/25 • 55 min

A few weeks back we lamented on the lack of fantasy movies. They were a part of our childhoods that we love and missed. As if on cue, we talk about the news regarding the new Red Sonja movie - another childhood favorite. We also revisit Dead Mail before it debuts on Shudder in April.

The 1970s were the peak of nunsploitation. It would not last long, but a number of memorable nun horror films were released. While it has not returned to that level, there has been an increase in genre films centered around nuns. Perhaps even more surprising is that they have often been pretty good.

The Baby in the Basket has a lot going for it. It looks like a Gothic horror movie straight out of the 70s. It also leans into its wacky premise. From the demonic baby to some graphic sexual content, this movie does not play around. It is unfortunate that as much effort was not put into the writing.

Rob Zombie is a polarizing figure in the horror community. While some love the shock value of his movies, others wonder if he really likes horror movies or is just trying to turn everyone against them. So when we heard that his brother Spider One had written and directed a horror movie we were interested. Especially after we saw the trailer which hinted that Little Bites was about a monster that is slowly eating a person alive.

Yes, it is early in the year and yes, Nosferatu was an incredibly creepy villain, but did we come across the best Big Bad of 2025? Agyar is definitely a frightening creature. Every scene he is in will make your skin crawl. You cannot wait for him to get off the screen. And this is meant as a compliment.

There are some noticeable missteps along the way. For the most part, they can be chalked up to Spider One’s feature film inexperience. That being said, they do stick out in and leave a negative aftertaste. But how much do they affect Little Bites? And what does Cher have to do with everything?

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Adventures in Movies! currently has 326 episodes available.

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The podcast is about News, Film, Indie, Comedy, Reviews, Podcasts, Movies, Tv & Film and Horror.

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The episode title 'Dune Special Edition' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Adventures in Movies! is 56 minutes.

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