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We're almost through the Maya Copa (aka Mea Culpa) episodes and this one is maybe the biggest loss of them all. On this episode we cover an iconic film that looms large in every Millenial's life, Amy Heckerling's CLUELESS (#18 on the board) starring Alicia Silverstone and Paul Rudd.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Godzilla (1954)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Enough Said (2013)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
The Last Detail (1973)
Big Night (1996)
Deep Cover (1992)
The Witch (2015)
The Virgin Suicides (1999)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Enemy of the State (1998)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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With our second to last makeup episode due to the Tragedy of Drew's Hubris, we head back to the early 60s for a paranoid thriller made by one of the all time great genre filmmakers, John Frankenheimer, as we cover 1964's SEVEN DAY'S IN MAY (#17 on the board) starring Kirk Douglas, Friedrich March, and Burt Lancaster.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Godzilla (1954)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Enough Said (2013)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
The Last Detail (1973)
Big Night (1996)
Deep Cover (1992)
The Witch (2015)
The Virgin Suicides (1999)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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On this episode we dig into the 1981 horror film that has been the recent reevaluation obsession of film snobs everywhere... We're talking POSSESSION (#13 on the board), from filmmaker Andrej Żuławski, starring Isabel Adjani and Sam Neill.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Godzilla (1954)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Enough Said (2013)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
The Last Detail (1973)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Virgin Suicides (1999)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we have our third of the Maya Copa Lost Tapes, where we re-review a movie that we adored from this batch of 50, the 1971 Alan Pakula thriller, KLUTE (#11 on the board). Bear with us as we fumble through a recap of our thoughts from the original episode, we will be back next week with an episode that was not lost to time.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Godzilla (1954)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Enough Said (2013)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Virgin Suicides (1999)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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On today's episode we dig into a Hong Kong gangster epic from acclaimed filmmaker Johnnie To, a filmmaker who is new to both of us! A classic Jared board selection that comes straight from a recommendation at Videodrome in Atlanta, and one that he has been chomping at the bit to cover for literal years. Will it live up to what Jared built up in his head?

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Godzilla (1954)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Election (2005)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Virgin Suicides (1999)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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We're back! Here's our better late than never episode recapping our episode on The Virgin Suicides, for which Drew's audio was unfortunately lost in a tragic disorganization disaster. We'll be back soon with an episode Drew was incapable of losing, but for now enjoy this abridged recap of our thoughts on Sophia Coppola's debut feature.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Godzilla (1954)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Election (2005)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Virgin Suicides (1999)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we cover one of the more unique films to ever hit the board, and our first Jonathan Demme film (one of Jared and Drew's favorite filmmakers). We're discussing Spalding Gray's filmed stage monologue, SWIMMING TO CAMBODIA (#1 on the board).

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Swimming to Cambodia (1987)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Election (2005)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Virgin Suicides (1999)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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We resurrect the Maya Copa bit (yes we know it's mea culpa) to deliver the greatest Maya Copa of all. Drew was a big dummy and didn't back his audio up properly so we lost a few episodes. In order to keep the order of the dart throws intact and to not leave these movies completely out of the conversation, we are recording some shorter retrospective episodes to insert along the way. On this episode we reflect on THE FRIENDS OF EDDIE COYLE (1973). Hope you enjoy. Drew is very sorry.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Swimming to Cambodia (1987)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
Real Life (1979)
Election (2005)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Swimming to Cambodia (1987)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Enemy (2013)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we discuss the importance of a thin glass as we cover one of the iconic performances from one of our all time greatest screen legends, Michael Caine. We're talking 1971's London gangster flick GET CARTER (#9 on the board), written and directed by Mike Hodges.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Swimming to Cambodia (1987)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we cover one of the most acclaimed documentaries of all time and see just how much determination, hard work, and pure luck it takes to make it out of poverty and into a professional basketball career. We're talking HOOP DREAMS (#1 on the board), the Oscar winning documentary by filmmaker Steve James.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Hoop Dreams (1994)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Revenge (2017)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we cover our first Western of this batch of 50, and one that's considered among the greatest of all time. We're talking Howard Hawks' 1959 classic RIO BRAVO (#4 on the board) starring John Wayne, Dean Martin, and Angie Dickinson.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Hoop Dreams (1994)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Rio Bravo (1959)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we are joined by Drew's brother Patrick to tackle one of the all time great films by arguably the greatest filmmaking duo to ever collaborate. We're talking 1948's Powell and Pressburger ballet epic, THE RED SHOES (#1 on the board).

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Great Santini (1979)
Rio Bravo (1959)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we both dip into a blindspot in our knowledge of animation history, as we cover one of the most acclaimed filmmakers of all time. We're talking KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE (#3 on the board), from writer director Hayao Miyazaki.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)
Rio Bravo (1959)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we have a chance to discuss the bizzare passion project of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. We're talking THE DARK CRYSTAL (#3 on the board), the wholly original fantasy film by Jim Henson, starring a cast entirely comprised of puppets.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
The Witch (2015)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we cover yet another debut film, this time by arguably the greatest directors of their generation, the Coen Brothers. We're talking BLOOD SIMPLE (#14 on the board) starring Frances McDormand, John Getz, Dan Hedeya, and M. Emmet Walsh.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Klute (1971)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we dive into the world of stop motion animation and the mind of Neil Gaiman, as we cover one of the most celebrated animated films of the 21st Century. This week we're talking CORALINE (#11 on the board), directed by Henry Selick, and starring Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, John Hodgman, and two absolute Big Dawgs Ian McShane and Keith David.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we get to discuss the movie that gave one of Jared and Drew's favorite actors their only Oscar, and as is a recurring theme on DBMN, it's a major filmmaker's debut. We're talking CAPOTE (#5 on the board), directed by Bennett Miller and starring the late great Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Catherine Keener, Clifton Collins Jr., and Chris Cooper.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Cruising (1980)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we investigate the world of corporate espionage and the life of a janitor, as we cover the movie that some say is the true best film of 2007, one of the great all time years in film history. It's Tony Gilroy's MICHAEL CLAYTON (#19 on the board), starring George Clooney, Tilda Swinton, and Tom Wilkinson.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Clueless (1995)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week the board works in mysterious ways as we cover the movie that got put on the board only one episode previous, and possibly the slimiest movie we've covered yet on the show. It's 1957's SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS (#18 on the board) starring Tony Curtis (not Perkins) and Burt Lancaster in a towering supporting performance.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Sweet Smell of Success (1957)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we re-evaluate a critically maligned film upon release from one of Jared and Drew's favorite filmmakers, Alexander Payne, to see if we agree with its panning, or if it's actually an unsung masterpiece. We're talking 2017's DOWNSIZING (#18 on the board), starring Matt Damon, Hong Chau, and Christoph Waltz.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Downsizing (2017)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we get to talk an all time Big Dog contender, Robert Forster, while we cover an insanely fun B-Horror classic, ALLIGATOR (#7 on the board). Listen in to find out what scene was so funny that it led Drew to cry-laugh just from thinking about it during the episode.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Downsizing (2017)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we get transported back in time by the acclaimed filmmaker Michael Mann to the French and Indian War, and have the opportunity to discuss arguably the greatest screen actor of all time, Daniel Day-Lewis, in THE LAST OF THE MOHICANS (#3 on the board).

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Red Shoes (1948)
JFK (1991)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Downsizing (2017)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we're talking a movie that many consider one of the greatest ever made, and explore a director neither Jared nor Drew has ever dug into. We're discussing 8 1/2 (#1 on the board) by filmmaker Federico Fellini, starring Marcello Mastroianni. Does it live up to the hype?

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

8 1/2 (1963)
JFK (1991)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Downsizing (2017)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we dip our toes into horror history to cover a filmmaker that neither Jared nor Drew has ever dug into before. We're talking Nicholas Roeg's arthouse psychological horror film DON'T LOOK NOW (#2 on the board), starring Julie Christie and Donald Sutherland.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

8 1/2 (1963)
Don't Look Now (1973)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Posession (1981)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Downsizing (2017)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we put on our dancing shoes to cover one of the most culturally significant movies of the 1980s, . We're talking DIRTY DANCING (#13 on the board), starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey, and directed by Emile Ardolino. Does it live up to the hype?

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

8 1/2 (1963)
Don't Look Now (1973)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Downsizing (2017)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we cover another guest recommendation, this one from Mike "The Ster" O'Donnell, and the only movie we've ever covered that both of us have seen before in order to answer the question: does it hold up? Worth a listen for the 13min mark alone.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

8 1/2 (1963)
Don't Look Now (1973)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Michael Clayton (2007)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we cover what some consider a sci-fi classic directed by Oscar winner Kathryn Bigelow and co-written by James Cameron. We're talking STRANGE DAYS (#19 on the board), starring Ralph Feinnes, Angela Basset, and Juliette Lewis. Do we agree with the critical re-evaluation? Listen to find out.

Strange Days Trailer

"All For Love" Music Video

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

8 1/2 (1963)
Don't Look Now (1973)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we discuss a film starring one of the all-time great figures of DBMN lore, this one written and directed by one of the most interesting and divisive filmmaking talents of his generation, Rian Johnson. Come for a charming caper starring Mark Ruffalo, stay for Rachel Weisz giving a towering tour de force performance that deserved far more attention than it got.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

The Brothers Bloom (2008)
Don't Look Now (1973)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Blood Simple (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we revisit the intensity of 1970's Dustin Hoffman as we cover one of his more underappreciated performances, and one that might have become our new favorite of his. We're talking STRAIGHT TIME (#14 on the board), directed by Ulu Grosbard and co-starring the incredible Theresa Russell and Big Dawg Harry Dean Stanton.

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The Current Board:

The Brothers Bloom
Don't Look Now (1973)
The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Straight Time (1978)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we cover the only Algerian winner of the Best Foreign Film Oscar and one of the most scathing indictments of nationalism and fascism ever put to film. We're talking Z (#3 on the board), the not so veiled political allegory by Greek filmmaker Costa-Gavras. This one is well worth a watch leading up to the 2024 election as a great reminder of how fragile the line between freedom and tyranny can be.

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The Current Board:

The Brothers Bloom
Don't Look Now (1973)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Capote (2005)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Straight Time (1978)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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For the first time on the show we cover a sequel, and not just any sequel, but the third entry in one of Jared and Drew's favorite film series, ALIEN 3 (#5 on the board). After receiving mixed to bad reviews upon release, how does David Fincher's debut film hold up through a modern lens?

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The Current Board:

The Brothers Bloom
Don't Look Now (1973)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Alligator (1980)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Straight Time (1978)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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We're back baby! After a far too long hiatus we're back with our episode on 1984's Oscar Best Picture winner, AMADEUS (#7 on the board). This one is possibly the furthest apart we've been on a movie (the only other contender is MOULIN ROUGE), choose your side cause you're almost definitely going to fully disagree with one of us.

P.S. the Jiminy Glick segment we reference in the episode is included after the credits.

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The Current Board:

The Brothers Bloom
Don't Look Now (1973)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Straight Time (1978)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we get a completely new flavor of a previous DBMN director as we cover Akira Kurosawa's 1952 film IKIRU (#2 on the board), the character study of a man who feels his life has been wasted in its devotion to bureaucracy. This one could not have held up better despite being more than 70 years old. Thank you to previous guest Graham Waldrop for putting this one on our radar.

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The Current Board:

The Brothers Bloom
Ikiru (1952)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Straight Time (1978)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we confront the confused identity and hypocrisies of America as we cover the magnum opus of one of the all time great American filmmakers, Robert Altman. We're talking 1975's NASHVILLE (#13 on the board).

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The Current Board:

The Brothers Bloom
Ikiru (1952)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Nashville (1975)
Straight Time (1978)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we get to apologize to Mark Ruffalo for the final time, as we finally get to cover the movie that made him a star. We're talking YOU CAN COUNT ON ME (#1 on the board) by writer/director/playwright Kenneth Lonergan and starring Laura Linney.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Nashville (1975)
Straight Time (1978)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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This week we are knocking off another classic shamer, THE KARATE KID (#14 on the board)! Does it hold up through a modern lens? Should this be considered an all time classic? How many times will Jared refer to Johnny Lawrence as Johnny Karate, not knowing that was a Parks and Rec bit? Listen in to find out.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Nashville (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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We're headed back to the early 70s this week with an under-discussed neo-noir starring a potential Big Dog contender. It's NIGHT MOVES (#13 on the board) starring Gene Hackman and directed by the filmmaker behind BONNIE AND CLYDE, Arthur Penn.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
Altered States (1980)

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Another shamer off the board! Drew finally watches The Terminator for the first time. Jared confronts his indifference to James Cameron. Technology fails us, almost as though Skynet didn't want you to hear this episode. Good times.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Z (1969)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We continue our coverage of Werner Herzog this week with the documentary covering the making of last weeks film, FITZCARRALDO, which works even more perfectly than we expected as a companion piece. We're talking BURDEN OF DREAMS, by documentarian Les Blank.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Fitzcarraldo/Burden of Dreams (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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This week we begin a two part episode covering Werner Herzog's 1982 epic FITZCARRALDO, followed next week by an episode on the documentary BURDEN OF DREAMS, which chronicles the chaos and insanity surrounding the making of FITZCARRALDO. We just couldn't cover one without the other.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Fitzcarraldo/Burden of Dreams (1982)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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Thank you to Stephen Steinbacher for subjecting us to this one... This week we're covering our most off the beaten path selection yet with 2002's REFLECTIONS OF EVIL (#3 on the board), by filmmaker Damon Packard. Strap in folks...

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Reflections of Evil (2002)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Seven Days in May (1964)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We are back after a long break due to some scheduling conflicts to cover one of the more insane films we've ever discussed on the show, TITANE (#17 on the board), the sophomore feature from French filmmaker Julia Ducournau. We have a blast talking about this wild and ostentatious film and finally find out what happens when you have coitus with an automobile.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Reflections of Evil (2002)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Alien 3 (1992)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We get giddy as school children this week as we revel in the wonders of Jackie Chan's 1991 action-adventure film, OPERATION CONDOR (#5 on the board), aka ARMOUR OF GOD 2. Jared and Drew are incapable of not geeking out about this one, which quickly rose in the ranks of our favorite Chan films. An absolute delight of a film.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Reflections of Evil (2002)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
Big Night (1996)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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This week we cover David Lynch's weirdest movie, in that it isn't weird at all. 1999's THE STRAIGHT STORY (#12 on the board) starring Richard Farnsworth in his final film role. A beautiful film, and one of the best performances we've covered on the show.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Reflections of Evil (2002)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Election (2005)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
The Straight Story (1999)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We're kicking off our second batch of 50 films this week with another debut from celebrated filmmaker. This week we're talking PI (#8 on the board), Darren Aronofsky's debut feature film about a mathematician who believes math can explain our entire existence. A trippy, unsettling, and thought provoking film that is worth a look if you are a fan of Aronofsky's work.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
Reflections of Evil (2002)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Get Carter (1971)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
The Straight Story (1999)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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On this week's episode we luxuriate in an Oscars style, overly-long, incredibly indulgent fake awards show to honor the best of the first 50 movies we have watched for the show. We had an absolute blast recording this and reliving all the amazing achievements, moments, performances, and of course Top Brutes of this set of 50. We hope this will provide viewing inspiration for people who may have skipped some of our favorites of the year!

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This week we are joined by filmmaker Stephen Steinbacher, as we attempt to pay homage to one of the early masterpieces of cinema history, Fritz Lang's first talkie, M (#3 on the board). A fascinating look at the hysteria and mob rule that can arise in response to the unthinkable, this one is remarkably modern for being nearly 100 years old. Don't let the year scare you away, this one will leave you thinking.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
M (1931)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Universal Soldier (1992)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
The Straight Story (1999)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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You're discharged... Sarge. This week we talk 1992's schlocky action flick UNIVERSAL SOLDIER (#9 on the board), starring Jean Claude Van Damme and Dolph Lundgren, and directed by Roland Emmerich of INDEPENDENCE DAY fame.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
M (1931)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Universal Soldier (1992)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
The Straight Story (1999)
Night Moves (1975)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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An acclaimed modern day director steers us towards 'The Last of Sheila', and we discuss whether this underseen whodunit from the early 70's stands the test of time.

In one of the stranger "the dart works in mysterious ways" twists of fate, this episode was recorded on Feb. 15th 2023, the day of Raquel Welch's passing.

This picture of Michael Caine will make sense to those who listen to the episode.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
M (1931)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Universal Soldier (1992)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
The Straight Story (1999)
The Last of Sheila (1973)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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This week we're covering one of the more unexpected buddy-film pairings of all time, but arguably one of the best. Its Michael Cimino's debut feature THUNDERBOLT & LIGHTFOOT (#13 on the board), starring two DBMN alums, Clint Eastwood and Jeff Bridges.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
M (1931)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Universal Soldier (1992)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Secrets & Lies (1996)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We're feeling lucky this week as we cover the Clint Eastwood classic DIRTY HARRY (#16 on the board).

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
M (1931)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Universal Soldier (1992)
The Limey (1999)
Coraline (2009)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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This week Drew is closing out the filmography of one of the most prominent filmmakers of his generation, Quentin Tarantino, with his whodunit western, 2015's THE HATEFUL EIGHT (#11 on the board). Top Brutes galore this week.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
M (1931)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Universal Soldier (1992)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We're knocking off one of the last OG board members and getting in touch with nature this week as we cover what some call Terrence Malick's greatest achievement, 1978's DAYS OF HEAVEN (#9 on the board), starring Richard Gere, Brooke Adams, and Sam Shepherd. Come for the beautiful visuals, stay for the touching portrait of humanity and our place in the cosmos.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
M (1931)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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APOLOGIES FOR DREW'S POOR AUDIO QUALITY

We're blasting off to space this week with what some call one of the best films of the 1980's. It's 1983's THE RIGHT STUFF (#3 on the board), written and directed by Phillip Kaufman, and starring Ed Harris, Sam Shepherd, and Dennis Quaid.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
The Right Stuff (1983)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
Titane (2021)
Snatch (2000)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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Get philosophical with us this week as we contemplate our place in the universe with WAKING LIFE (#18 on the board), the 2001 Richard Linklater directed experimental adult-animation film. We're joined this week by Drew's longtime friend Mike O'Donnell to help us sift through the good, the bad, and the weird of this lucid dream of a film.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
The Right Stuff (1983)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
Titane (2021)
Waking Life (2001)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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This week we're back to Horror to cover a movie that created an entire sub-category in the genre. We're talking THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT (#17 on the board), one of the most successful movies of all time from a budget to profit perspective, and the movie that in many ways created the found-footage horror film, spawning dozens of imitators over the years.

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ikiru (1952)
The Right Stuff (1983)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We're considering the implications of AI this week with our friend Graham Waldrop as we cover Alex Garland's 2015 directorial debut, EX MACHINA (#2 on the board), starring Alicia Vikander, Domhnall Gleeson, and Oscar Issac.

Link to Graham's band, Graham and the Band Upstairs

Link to Graham's film RELEASE

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The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2015)
The Right Stuff (1983)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We're taking the week off for the holidays but as a special gift for our listeners we are dropping this compilation of a few weeks worth of chinwaggery about the Disney+ show, ANDOR. As the segments were recorded weeks apart, there will be a little bit of repetition and rawness to it, but hopefully it encourages everyone to check out this show. It is well worth your time. Check back in next week for our episode on EX MACHINA. Happy Holidays to you and yours!

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2015)
The Right Stuff (1983)
Rio Bravo (1959)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We're diving into the world of Film Noir this week as we cover one of the all time greats of the genre, THE BIG SLEEP (#4 on the board), starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, and directed by Howard Hawks. It's truly incredible how much this movie holds up, don't miss it even if you're skittish of older films!

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2015)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Karate Kid (1984)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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Taking a hard u-turn from the cartoonishness of the last two week's movies, this week we are watching Steven Spielberg's SCHINDLER'S LIST (#14 on the board), starring Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, and Ben Kingsley. A haunting and important work that Spielberg somehow finished and released in the same year as another masterpiece of his, JURASSIC PARK (1993). An all time great that lives up to it's reputation and then some (at least in Drew's opinion).

Link to Liam Neeson's bit on Life's Too Short

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2015)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Strange Days (1995)
The Terminator (1984)

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We stick with action from the year 1997 this week as we cover John Woo's third American production, FACE/OFF, starring Nicolas Cage and John Travolta, playing John Travolta and Nicolas Cage.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
Pi (1998)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
The Terminator (1984)

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Gonzo sci-fi action is on display this week for our episode on Luc Besson's one-of-a-kind film THE FIFTH ELEMENT (#8 on the board), starring Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, and Gary Oldman. A wild, outlandish ride of a film that begs you to use every hyperbolic adjective to describe it. Don't miss this one.

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
The Hateful Eight (2015)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
The Terminator (1984)

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If you have ever wondered what it would be like if MEAN GIRLS and BONNIE AND CLYDE had a baby, HEATHERS (#11 on the board) is that movie. Starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, right at the onset of their stardom, this cult classic is well worth a watch if only to see just how far they go with this concept.

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
Anomalisa (2015)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
Heathers (1988)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
The Terminator (1984)

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We might be out of spooky season but there's never a bad night to watch THE SIXTH SENSE (#6 on the board), the surprise MASSIVE hit of 1999 starring Bruce Willis, Haley Joel Osment, and the stunning Toni Collette. Even if you know the twist, this one holds up. Don't miss it.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
Heathers (1988)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
The Terminator (1984)

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This week we cover a live action Looney Tunes episode crossed with a Kung Fu movie, its KUNG FU HUSTLE (#20 on the board) written, directed, and starring Stephen Chow. Give it a listen to see why Drew found this to be a movie that he needed to unlock to fully appreciate.

Kung Fu References Video

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
Heathers (1988)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Dirty Harry (1971)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week we check out Arnold Schwarzenegger's debut as a major Hollywood action star, CONAN THE BARBARIAN (#16 on the board), and discover that it's a ridiculously fun romp through a rich fantasy universe. Give it a watch and see if you agree with our selections for Top Brutes, cause this one is chock full of 'em.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
The Limey (1999)
Heathers (1988)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Conan the Barbarian (1982)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week we test whether or not 90's comedy still makes us laugh 20+ years later as we cover BIG DADDY (#10 on the board), Adam Sandler's mega-hit from 1999. Jared knocks off a shamer and Drew tests whether a childhood favorite holds up!

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Heathers (1988)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Conan the Barbarian (1982)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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From psychological horror last week, to the horror of bad relationships, this week we are covering one of the all time great cringe-comedies, Albert Brooks' MODERN ROMANCE (#16 on the board). An absolutely hysterical look at what happens when you're stuck in a toxic relationship that you just can't quit, this one is a must watch for comedy nerds and rom-com enthusiasts alike.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Heathers (1988)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Schindler's List (1993)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Modern Romance (1981)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week, as we kick off the spooky season, we're covering the most recent film in DBMN history with Edgar Wright's LAST NIGHT IN SOHO (#14 on the board), starring Thomasin McKenzie and Ana Taylor-Joy. We were somewhat split on this one, but its well worth checking out this season as you get in the mood. Atmospheric, sexy, and thrilling.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Heathers (1988)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Last Night In Soho (2021)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Modern Romance (1981)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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We're heading back to the 1950s this week to cover what some would consider to be the main contender to CITIZEN KANE as the greatest film of all time. This week we're talking Alfred Hitchcock's VERTIGO (#11 on the board), starring Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novak. Check it out and see where you think it stands among the great films of all time!

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Last Night In Soho (2021)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Modern Romance (1981)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week we're covering another debut film from the year 1996 (go check out our episode on BOUND for the first of these), made by one of the most important filmmakers of his generation, Wes Anderson. It's BOTTLE ROCKET (#16 on the board). Its not just Anderson's debut either, as this film introduced the world to his childhood friends and collaborators Owen and Luke Wilson. A sweet little film that is well worth your time, not just for the historical context.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Last Night In Soho (2021)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Bottle Rocket (1996)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week, we're mixing it up and taking a break from the board selections for a compilation of segments from our pre-record chit-chat's, which we're calling The Chinwagger. Timestamps for the various topics are below in case you feel like jumping around. See you next week for BOTTLE ROCKET!

Topic Timestamps:

3:08 - Special Features

15:23 - The Original Heartbreak Kid and Kennel Status

29:56 - Paul Thomas Anderson and Phantom Thread

42:03 - Oscar Talk and War Movies

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
Last Night In Soho (2021)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Bottle Rocket (1996)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week the dart landed on a movie from Martin Scorsese that seems to get overlooked a bit in his filmography. It's THE KING OF COMEDY (#14 on the board), starring Robert DeNiro, Jerry Lewis, and Sandra Bernhard. For any fans of Todd Phillips' JOKER, this is a must watch, as its incredible just how much that film ripped this one off to far lesser effect.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Friends of Eddie Coyle (1973)
Bottle Rocket (1996)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
Face/Off (1997)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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The name's Lazenby. George Lazenby. This week we are discussing George's first and only outing as James Bond in ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE (#19 on the board). Featuring the coolest "Bond Girl" of the series in Diana Rigg, arguably the baddest Blofeld in Telly Savalas, and some of the best action set pieces of the entire series, this one is not to be missed for anyone who appreciates a good spy flick.

Link to Drew's Bond rankings

Link to trailer

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Bottle Rocket (1996)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Waking Life (2001)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week we're covering an indie-arthouse classic from an artist who put everything on the line to make his films. It's John Cassavettes' THE KILLING OF A CHINESE BOOKIE (#18 on the board). Finally back to one of the original dartboard selections, this one challenged us and makes for one of the more impenetrable films we've ever covered. If you despise the fluff of normal Hollywood filmmaking, this might get your attention, as it breaks ALL the rules.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Bottle Rocket (1996)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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Drew gets to nerd out on his love of vampire movies this week as we're covering LET THE RIGHT ONE IN (#16 on the board), by Swedish filmmaker Tomas Alfredson. Bloody snow, dismembered corpses, and swarming cats galore in this one!

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Let the Right One In (2008)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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We're tapping into our inner scum-bum this week with Alex Cox's 1984 film REPO MAN (#17 on the board). We were divided on this one but anyone who is a fan of anarchic cinema with a mind of its own will find plenty to love here.

Repo Chick Trailer

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Let the Right One In (2008)
Repo Man (1984)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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This week on the podcast we dig into Robert Downey Sr.'s absurd comedy PUTNEY SWOPE (#16 on the board), one of the original 20 dart board additions. If you think Old Spice commercials from 10 years ago created their own style, watch this movie and think again. This movie has a vibe entirely its own, bouncing from bit to bit with reckless abandon. If you are a comedy nerd, this is a must watch.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Putney Swope (1969)
Repo Man (1984)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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We're heading back to South Korea this week with Bong Joon Ho's incredible film MOTHER (#17 on the board). Kim Hye-ja gives a stunning performance that will almost certainly make our end of year ballots in this one, don't miss it!

Every Frame a Painting video we referenced in the episode

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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Some technical difficulties with Jared's mic this week, our apologies

Jared gets his third choice in a row this week with Sam Peckinpah's 1970 western-comedy, THE BALLAD OF CABLE HOGUE (#20 on the board). Drew and Jared split on this one, but came to the consensus that Jason "Big Dawg" Robards is the greatest actor of all time. Give it a watch and see if you agree!

Jason Robards in the MAGNOLIA making-of (spoilers abound for MAGNOLIA in this link)

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Dropping this a week late due to some technical difficulties!

This week we cover a film by our first repeat director, Mike Nichols, with his incredibly funny film, THE BIRDCAGE (#15 on the board). Much later in his career than CATCH-22, it offers a different view of his filmmaking style that's much more focused on being a straightforward comedy. For any fans of Robin Williams and clever situational comedy, this will be exactly what you're looking for.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
The Fifth Element (1997)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Birdcage (1996)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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We're covering our first true comedy this week with ALAN PARTRIDGE (2013), also known as ALAN PARTRIDGE: ALPHA PAPA. This is absolutely one of the funniest movies either of us has seen in recent years. If you ever asked yourself the question, "which is the worst monger? Fish, iron, rumor, or war?" you are going to be good friends with Mr. Partridge.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Birdcage (1996)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Our first Bullseye and our first episode with a guest! Today we're joined by the voice of our theme song, Eric Williams, for a movie that neither Drew nor Jared had even heard of before, VIVARIUM (2020). If you're a fan of BLACK MIRROR, or similarly heady sci-fi, this one is going to hit the mark. Truly an out of left field choice, and a great first Bullseye!

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
The Birdcage (1996)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Take a journey into the Coen-verse with us this week as we cover BARTON FINK (#15 on the board)! If period pieces full of dense, heady dialogue, absurdism, and vague nihilism are your thing, have we found the movie for you! A must watch for any fan of the Coen Brothers work.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
The Right Stuff (1983)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Jared made a cross-country visit to Drew's place, so we're breaking from the format to do an in-person episode on a movie you can see in theaters right now, TOP GUN: MAVERICK! Lets kick the tires and light the fires shall we?

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

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One of the great "making-of" stories in Hollywood history, HEAVEN'S GATE (#3 on the board) is considered one of the greatest failures of all time. This week, we give it a reappraisal. Give this episode a listen to hear why we think this film deserves to be considered one of the great western epics of all time, despite many people at the time calling it one of the worst movies ever made.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Heaven's Gate (1980)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Amadeus (1984)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Polarization comes alive this week with Baz Luhrmann's MOULIN ROGUE! (#7 on the board). This "jukebox musical" pushes chaos, energy and color to the limits, and is unlike any movie we've yet to discuss on this show.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Heaven's Gate (1980)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Moulin Rouge (2001)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The King of Comedy (1982)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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We're going deeper into the arthouse this week with Luis Bunuel's surrealist classic, THE EXTERMINATING ANGEL (#14 on the board)! If you're a fan of the weird and absurd, don't sleep on this. A completely unique film that's well worth 90 min of your time.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Heaven's Gate (1980)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Operation Condor (1991)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Moulin Rouge (2001)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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We're getting artsy with it this week with Wong Kar Wai's achingly beautiful film, IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE (#5 on the board). This one isn't popcorn entertainment, but its one of the most thought provoking and heart wrenching romances ever put to film, made by one of the world's most fascinating artists.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

You Can Count on Me (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Heaven's Gate (1980)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Moulin Rouge (2001)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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This week we're taking down The Man with ERIN BROCKOVICH (#1 on the board), a Stephen Soderbergh film, starring Julia Roberts giving what some consider to be among the greatest performances of all time. A breezy watch for a rainy day. For anyone who was begging us to cover something more modern and straightforward, here's your episode!

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Erin Brockovich (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Heaven's Gate (1980)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Moulin Rouge (2001)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Big Daddy (1999)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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This week, we dig into one of the all-time great debut directorial efforts, BOUND (#10 on the board). Lana and Lilly Wachowski show us a glimpse of what they are capable of, right before they go off to make one of the greatest films of all time, THE MATRIX (1999). Don't dismiss this as "just the one before THE MATRIX" like we did for too long. This would be the best film in most other filmmaker's careers.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Erin Brockovich (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Heaven's Gate (1980)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Moulin Rouge (2001)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Bound (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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This week we're picking wildflowers with Spencer Tracy, as we cover John Sturges' incredible film BAD DAY AT BLACK ROCK (#7 on the board). A perfect 90 minute thriller that holds up completely.

The list Drew found this one on: https://www.indiewire.com/gallery/paul-thomas-anderson-favorite-films-movies/

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Erin Brockovich (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Heaven's Gate (1980)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Bound (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Its time to knock off a "we'll get to it one day" flick... this week we hit #3 so its Akira Kurosawa's masterpiece, SEVEN SAMURAI (#3 on the board). One of the most influential war epics of all time, this one might take two separate viewings to finish, but its well worth your time.

Liam Gallagher walk: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_uifKdL9UsE

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Erin Brockovich (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Bound (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Our ULTIMATE shamer, this week we landed on E.T. The Extraterrestrial (#7 on the board), an all time great that, shockingly, neither Drew nor Jared had seen before this episode. A warm blanket of a film that lives up to every bit of hype.

Artwork by Veronica Roman

Music by Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

Erin Brockovich (2000)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
E.T. (1982)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Bound (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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We lived a few weeks while we loved this movie... its IN A LONELY PLACE (#1 on the board), directed by Nicholas Ray, and starring Humphrey Bogart and Gloria Grahame. Don't be scared by the black and white film stock, this one is timeless.

Artwork: Veronica Roman

Music: Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

In A Lonely Place (1950)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
E.T. (1982)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Bound (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
The Exterminating Angel (1962)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Get out your notepads folks, this week we're digging into ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN (#14 on the board). Directed by Alan J. Pakula, starring Robert Redford, Dustin Hoffman, and Jason "Big Dog" Robards. This one is a ton of fun, if you love movies like SPOTLIGHT (2015) or ZODIAC (2007), or if you're into true crime, politics, or journalism, we think you'll really dig this one.

Artwork: Veronica Roman

Music: Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

In A Lonely Place (1950)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
E.T. (1982)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Bound (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
All the President's Men (1976)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Surprise! This week you get an extra episode, as - in a real show of our amateurism - SLING BLADE (#10 on the board) was unavailable to rent on any digital service anywhere. Thankfully Jared found a physical copy. This is a weird one folks.

Artwork: Veronica Roman

Music: Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

In A Lonely Place (1950)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
E.T. (1982)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Sling Blade (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974)
All the President's Men (1976)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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This week we're talking trains, heists, and some of the best angry New Yorkers ever put to screen. We watched THE TAKING OF PELHAM 123 (#13 on the board), directed by Joseph Sargent and starring Walter Matthau, Robert Shaw, and Martin Balsam making his second DBMN appearance in only three episodes.

Artwork: Veronica Roman

Music: Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

In A Lonely Place (1950)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
E.T. (1982)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Sling Blade (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Taking of Pelham 123 (1974)
All the President's Men (1976)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Mother (2009)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Up next is Lee Chang Dong's stone cold masterpiece BURNING (#17 on the board), starring Yoo Ah-in, Jeon Jong-seo, and Steven Yeun. We do our best to unpack a movie that is wholly unique and refuses to abide by the traditional laws of storytelling.

Artwork: Veronica Roman

Music: Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

In A Lonely Place (1950)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
E.T. (1982)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Sling Blade (1996)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Taking of Pelham 123 (1974)
All the President's Men (1976)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Burning (2018)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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Apologies for the audio this week, it will be much better on all future episodes, we promise!

This week we watched CATCH-22 (#10 on the board), Mike Nichols 1970 film starring Alan Arkin, Jon Voigt, and Charles Grodin. A crazy mishmash of war epic, comedy, and psychological drama that left both of us with our jaws on the floor.

Artwork: Veronica Roman

Music: Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

The Current Board:

In A Lonely Place (1950)
Ex Machina (2014)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Big Sleep (1946)
In the Mood for Love (2000)
The Sixth Sense (1999)
E.T. (1982)
Alan Partridge (2013)
Days of Heaven (1978)
Catch 22 (1970)
Vertigo (1958)
The Straight Story (1999)
Taking of Pelham 123 (1974)
All the President's Men (1976)
Barton Fink (1991)
Putney Swope (1969)
Burning (2018)
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1966)
The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

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The first episode of Dart Board Movie Night!

We introduce ourselves, the concept, the movies, and make our first selection.

Artwork: Veronica Roman

Music: Eric Williams of Jaws and Other Villains

Instagram: @dartboardmovienight

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