BACK 2 THE BALCONY
Antonio Palacios and Justin Henson
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Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert - two titans of cinematic review. Sometimes right, sometimes wrong - but always captivating. Your hosts Antonio Palacios (host of THE CULTWORTHY CINEMA PODACST) and Justin Henson ( host of THE MOVIE WIRE PODCAST) - are here to take you BACK TO THE BALCONY!! Each week we will discuss a film from the 70's, 80's and 90's in order to determine where we stand with the critique of this infamous television duo. Be sure to tune in each week - don't forget to like, rate and subscribe to our show!
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#2 - INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
01/09/24 • 54 min
This week Justin and I tackle Philip Kaufman's 1978 film INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS. We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the film - but we absolutely agree that there was a lot to be desired in the reviews by Gene and Roger. Check out the episode to hear our thoughts! Be sure to like, subscribe and review our show on YOUTUBE and your favorite pod platform.
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#1 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
01/02/24 • 62 min
Welcome to BACK 2 THE BALCONY!! The first episode of our Siskel and Ebert retrospective tackles the 1990 classic TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES - directed by Steve Barron. We discuss our history with the film before dissecting the reviews of Gene and Roger. Check it out! Be sure to like, subscribe and review our show on YOUTUBE and your favorite pod platform.
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#3 - THE FRIGHTENERS!!
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
01/16/24 • 53 min
This week Justin and I discuss the 1996 Horror/Comedy classic THE FRIGHTENERS! We personally love this film, but GENE AND ROGER HATED IT! We do our best to dissect their review and opinion on this underrated and influential piece of 90's cinema!
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#11 - OSCAR'S SPECIAL: A MEMO TO THE ACADEMY '99
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03/10/24 • 57 min
In this very special episode - Justin and I review the 1999 episode of SISKEL & EBERT where they petition the Academy to honor some of the lesser known but award worth films and performances of the prior year. Did they get some right? Listen and find out!
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#10 - ALL THAT JAZZ
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
03/05/24 • 57 min
This week Justin and I discuss the classic "not-a-musical" ALL THAT JAZZ.
When he is not planning for his upcoming stage musical or working on his Hollywood film, choreographer/director Joe Gideon (Roy Scheider) is popping pills and sleeping with a seemingly endless line of women. The physical and mental stress begins to take a toll on the ragged perfectionist. Soon, he must decide whether or not his non-stop work schedule and hedonistic lifestyle are worth risking his life. The film is a semi-autobiographical tale written and directed by the legendary Bob Fosse.
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#9 - *BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
02/27/24 • 52 min
This week Justin and I discuss 1987's *BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED.
Frank (Hume Cronyn) and Faye Riley (Jessica Tandy) are an elderly New York City couple living in a depressed part of town. There, they run a diner as well as an apartment building, which is home to a poor but friendly group of people. One day, Frank and Faye learn that a property developer wants them to sell the apartment. When they refuse, their diner is vandalized. However, Frank, Faye and their tenants are aided by mysterious flying saucers, which help them repair the diner and fight back.
We rather enjoy this fun little sci/fi romp that tugs the heart strings - but what do Gene and Roger Think?
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#8 - MELVIN AND HOWARD
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
02/20/24 • 59 min
THIS WEEK Justin and I tackle 1980's MELVIN AND HOWARD!
When luckless dreamer Melvin Dummar (Paul Le Mat) rescues a grizzled, half-dead man (Jason Robards) from the desert, he's skeptical of the man's claim that he's actually reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes. But in the wake of Hughes' death a decade later, a will appears naming Melvin the recipient of $156 million, and a media circus ensues. Accused of forgery, Melvin vigorously maintains his innocence despite a strong intuition that he'll never see any of the money.
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#12 - GHOSTUBSTERS 2
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
03/19/24 • 54 min
This week Justin and I tackle Ivan Reitman's GHOSTBUSTERS 2 - the maligned sequel that our critic's just couldn't get behind.
After saving New York City from a ghost attack, the Ghostbusters -- a team of spirit exterminators -- is disbanded for demolishing parts of the city during the battle. But when Ghostbuster Peter Venkman (Bill Murray) learns that spirits have taken an interest in his son, the men launch a rogue ghost-chasing mission. The quest quickly goes awry, landing them in court. But when the ghosts turn on the judge, he issues an order allowing the Ghostbusters to get back to work.
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#22 - GODZILLA 1985
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
05/28/24 • 46 min
This week we tackle GODZILLA 1985- and we struggle with it as much as our critics do!
Godzilla 1985 is a 1985 kaiju film directed by R. J. Kizer and Koji Hashimoto. The film is a heavily re-edited American localization of the Japanese film The Return of Godzilla, which was produced and distributed by Toho Pictures in 1984. In addition to the film being re-cut, re-titled, and dubbed in English, Godzilla 1985 featured additional footage produced by New World Pictures, with Raymond Burr reprising his role as American journalist Steve Martin from the 1956 film Godzilla, King of the Monsters!, which itself was a heavily re-edited American adaptation of the 1954 Japanese film Godzilla.
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#13 - SHORT CIRCUIT 2
BACK 2 THE BALCONY
03/26/24 • 53 min
This week Justin and I discuss SHORT CIRCUIT 2 - a superior sequel in our opinion - but what do our critics think? Tune in and find out!
Having rescued robot Johnny Five (Tim Blaney) from being destroyed by the military in "Short Circuit," Indian scientist Ben Jahrvi (Fisher Stevens) moves to New York City to become an American citizen. After struggling to sell a few toy replicas of Johnny, Ben must scramble to make more when Sandy Banatoni (Cynthia Gibb) orders 1,000 for her department store. With Johnny's help, Ben begins making the gadgets, but his plans are endangered when thief Oscar Baldwin (Jack Weston) steals Johnny.
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How many episodes does BACK 2 THE BALCONY have?
BACK 2 THE BALCONY currently has 54 episodes available.
What topics does BACK 2 THE BALCONY cover?
The podcast is about Film History, Podcasts, Tv & Film and Film Reviews.
What is the most popular episode on BACK 2 THE BALCONY?
The episode title 'BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#2 - INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on BACK 2 THE BALCONY?
The average episode length on BACK 2 THE BALCONY is 54 minutes.
How often are episodes of BACK 2 THE BALCONY released?
Episodes of BACK 2 THE BALCONY are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of BACK 2 THE BALCONY?
The first episode of BACK 2 THE BALCONY was released on Dec 30, 2023.
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