On Second Thought: Recent Episodes
Sam & Sixto
Hi, we're Sam & Sixto! Join us on the most critically average podcast as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
Format is simple, we revisit something, see what four critics had to say and discuss away! New episodes every week.
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2002 video game adaptation 'Resident Evil'. A film that spawned the most successful game-to-movie franchise, and which has garnered just as much hate as it has love. Written and directed by Paul WS Anderson and starring Milla Jovovich and Michelle Rodrigez, how does the film stack up on second viewing? You'll have to listen to find out.
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2016 sequel-hidden-within-a-reboot Blair Witch. Directed by Adam Wingard of 'You're Next', 'The Guest' and Netflix's 'Death Note' fame, does the film meet the expectations set by the beloved original? And how does it stack up after a second viewing? Listen to find out!
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2010 film Devil. Directed by John Erick Dowdle, based on a story by M. Night Shyamalan and starring Logan Marshall-Green, this film tells the story of five strangers who find themselves trapped in an elevator. The problem? The Devil himself might be in there with them. Find out with us if the film is as interesting as it sounds, and whether or not it deserves your second thought.
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2021 film Spiral: From the Book of Saw. Directed by the 'Saw' series veteran Darren Lynn Bousman and starring Chris Rock and Samuel L Jackson, does the spin-off title live up to the Saw name? And how does it stack up after a second viewing? Listen to find out!
We are taking a little break from our normal schedule to talk about Censor, a new British horror film that has really really really impressed us! Directed by Prano Baily-Bond and starring Niamh Algar, this is one gem of a movie. Stick around to find out what our first initial thought was!
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2009 film Knowing. Directed by Alex Proyas and starring the one and only Nicholas Cage, this thriller about the end of the world offers a few twists and turns.... or does it? Let's see what we thought upon revisiting this less-than-stellar flick.
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2010 film Predators. Directed by Nimród Antal and starring Adrien Brody, this third entry into the Predator franchise takes us away from our beloved jungles into... their beloved jungle? Anyway, let's find out if this film is any good.
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2002 film Signs. Directed by the infamous/famous M. Night Shyamalan and starring Mel Gibson & Joaquín Phoenix, how has this quaint tale of crop circles, faith and aliens stood the test of time?
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2018 sequel The Strangers: Prey at Night. Directed by Johannes Roberts and starring Bailee Madison and Christina Hendricks, is the slasher romp a good time? Or is it dead on arrival? Listen up to find out!
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2018 sequel Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. Directed by JA Bayona and starring Bryce Dallas Howard and Chris Pratt, is this film any better than the first? Or is it worse? How do we feel about it? Only one way to find out. Sorry in advance, this is a long one.
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2015 film Jurassic World. Directed by Colin Trevorrow and starring Bryce Dallas Howard & Chris Pratt, this return to the Jurassic Park franchise broke all sorts of box office records. But was the film good back then? And more importantly, after revisiting it, is the film any good now? Buckle up and find out.
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2021 reboot Wrong Turn. Directed by Mike P. Nelson and starring Charlotte Vega & Bill Sage, the film has garnered average critical acclaim. Let's give it a second watch, and see how we still feel about it.
Timecodes:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:08:51 - Wrong Turn, Our Second Thoughts (jk they're our first for this one)
00:47:31 - Review 1
00:58:25 - Review 2
01:00:02 - Review 3
01:05:24 - Review 4
01:13:54 - Wrap Up
Join us (Sam & Sixto) on the most critically average podcast, as we look back at the most critically average realms of pop culture and decide, on second thought, are they any good?
This week we tackle the 2013 remake/re-imagining/reboot/sequel (who knows honestly) Evil Dead. Directed by Fede Álvarez and starring Jane Levy, the film has garnered average critical acclaim. Let's give it a second watch, and see how we still feel about it.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Introduction
06:58 - Evil Dead, Our Second Thoughts
20:00 - Critic Review 1
36:02 - Critic Review 2
47:42 - Critic Review 3
55:21 - Critic Review 4