Movie Fixers: Recent Episodes
Matt and Tony
Not all movies are masterpieces, but some movies can be fixed. Listen as Matt and Tony take movies that didn’t quite measure up and give them the Movie Fixers treatment.
After a long hiatus, Matt and Tony return with a fix for… another Mark Wahlberg movie? Grab your gum and bring in the cat. We’re going treasure hunting.
M Night Shyamalan’s 2008 The Happening is one of the filmmaker’s lowest rated films but can the Movie Fixers fix it? Matt and Tony tackle the tone of this horror thriller with an identity crisis at the request of one of their favorite listeners. His lowest rated is his next film, 2010’s The Last Airbender,… Continue reading Movie Fixers: The Happening →
The tail section is revolting and Matt and Tony are this close to joining them. The MFers “conduct” a review and fix of 2013’s Snowpiercer, available to watch on Netflix US now.
What are “spoilers” and why do we care about them? Matt and Tony break down their thoughts and experiences with spoilers in this week’s episode. WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD!
It’s the 90s and there’s been an OUTBREAK of dramatic music, adorably accessible male leads, and not-Ebola! Matt and Tony and guest Krissy break down what works, what doesn’t, and how this movie is primed for a modern day remake.
Third time is the charm? The MFers take on Jurassic Park III, a movie trying hard to be the like its two older brothers and just missing the mark. This cast of stars can’t save the movie, but maybe Matt and Tony can.
The Oscars are fixed. Well maybe not fixed but Matt and Tony take a stab at what could be better in award shows. Mostly though they talk about how much they love Jojo Rabbit. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
Our saucy Movie Fixers are at it again. This time they’re fixing the ever so mediocre 2010 dud Burlesque. Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Android
Matt and Tony are back with an all-new fix. Stay tuned for the conclusion to our Star Wars prequel series with Revenge of the Sith, coming in December.
The Movie Fixers decide it’s time to take on the Devil of Prada in this fix. Great cast, good themes, and terrible best friends what is it about this film that just makes it fall flat? Listen and see if the Movie Fixers can stand this film up from its foundation. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts… Continue reading Movie Fixers: Devil Wears Prada →
The Movie Fixers created this podcast for many reasons. One was so Tony could go on about how much he is disappointed in the prequels. However after so many years does Tony still feel the same? Listen in to find out. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
The Movie Fixers put on their diving suits and take a look at Waterworld. Though the film may have sunk at the box office they discover there’s more hidden gem than shipwreck in this fix. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
Matt and Tony get ready to drift into this Movie Fix of giant monster, mechs, and misused resources. Can they find the fix in the murky waters of Pacific Rim? You decide on this next Movie Fixers. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
Matt and Tony are joined by Nick Adducci to look at the different aspects of where a movie can fall flat and what role is responsible. Along the way they talk about how audience expectation can influence the viewing experience and why being more critical can help you find a lot more films to enjoy.… Continue reading Movie Fixers: The Buck Stops Where? (Discussion) →
The Movie Fixers see if they can fumble around and find the strong foundation in the Netflix controversial film Bird Box. Will they find the fix to this film or go mad at the sight of it? Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
Tony takes on a passion project in fixing the first film franchise of his favorite super hero. Matt comes to the rescue narrowing down and pinpointing what fell flat and providing an intriguing new fix. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
Happy holidays from the Movie Fixers! Matt and Tony discuss their favorite holiday movies. Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Android
The snow glows bright on the mountain tonight and the Movie Fixers are here to fix this beloved recent animation classic. Frozen is a good movie with great music, but that doesn’t mean it couldn’t have been BETTER. Sit back and listen as they fix the “villain problem” and play matchmaker with Ana, Elsa, and… Continue reading Movie Fixers: Frozen →
It’s the witching season and the Movie Fixers are switching gears from their usual SciFi/Fantasy movies to one a little scarier… or so they assumed. The Wicker Man (2006) is a remake of the movie of the same name in the 70s. In this iteration Nicolas Cage plays a “good cop” that’s haunted by a… Continue reading Movie Fixers: The Wicker Man →
It’s the first Movie Fixers “mini” episode (we use that term loosely) and they’re talking about sequels, prequels, and reboots. Listen to Matt and Tony talk about their almost-encyclopedic knowledge of the history of these movies, their favorites, and ones that don’t yet exist but that they’d like to see made. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts… Continue reading Movie Fixers: Sequels, Prequels, Reboots →
The third installment of the X-Men movie franchise had a lot of problems and the Movie Fixers are taking them on. Skip to 33:30 if you want to get right to the fixin’ and miss a very entertaining synopsis of this gem. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
In our 8th episode, the Movie Fixers take on the 8th film in the Star Wars saga: The Last Jedi. It’s the most recent, and perhaps most divisive, movie they’ve fixed to date. This is a long one. Don’t need a recap of everything that happened with Finn and Rose and Rey and Kylo? Skip… Continue reading Movie Fixers: Star Wars Episode VIII The Last Jedi →
Based on a beloved animated series, 2010’s The Last Airbender is a mess of a movie panned by critics and audiences alike. Can the Movie Fixers fix this disaster? Listen to find out. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
Short Circuit is a movie that didn’t need a lot of “fixin”, but Matt and Tony talk about the brown faced elephant in the room as well as the many ways they’d update the movie for modern audiences or even a reboot. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
The Movie Fixers are BACK with the 2018 Netflix original The Cloverfield Paradox.… Continue reading Movie Fixers: The Cloverfield Paradox →
It’s our biggest fix yet with Star Wars Episode 1 The Phantom Menace. Fanboys everywhere will want to hear this one. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
Matt and Tony are joined by guest Fixer Jess Adducci as they work harder than ever before to fix the 2004 movie Timeline. Starring Paul Walker and Gerard Butler (among others), this adaptation of one of Matt and Tony's favorite books proved to be their hardest fix yet.… Continue reading Movie Fixers: Timeline →
Movie Fixers takes a stab at fixing the 2017 comedy Snatched. Starring Amy Schumer and the amazing Goldie Hawn, this movie had all the potential for laughs but just fell short. See if the Movie Fixers can redeem this would be fun-filled film.… Continue reading Movie Fixers: Snatched →
In our debut episode, Tony and Matt “fix” Twilight, starring Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android
It's been years in the making, but it's finally here: Matt and Tony have a movie podcast.… Continue reading Movie Fixers: E0 Introduction →