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The Popcorn Boys
The titular Popcorn Boys, Daniel Trainor and Kyle Jamieson, are two obsessive friends who have very strong opinions on all things movies. From the latest releases to box office, awards season to theater food, the Boys break it down every week with the humor and passion of two grown men desperately in search of an outlet. Grab some 'corn, cozy up to your phone and join the party, baby!
what makes Spider-Man so popular, the aura of Tom Holland and Zendaya and why movie theater etiquette is IN THE TRASH. Pop, pop!
The Boys go all the way back to the beginning to track Nolan's roots, what makes him so enigmatic, where they were when Heath Ledger died, the Anne Hathaway renaissance and so much more. Pop, pop!
A truly exhaustive task that peels back layers of music history, songwriting and, really, humanity itself. Pop, pop!Listen along here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BpIQ4XELF6aHFwch33ZZF?si=afde6eca26fa4c52
has exploded onto the scene, leaving The Boys with plenty of questions, excitement and concerns about their own respective immortalities. Plus, a deep dive into Shania Twain lore, the Lena Dunham conundrum and a brief eulogy for Dylan Larkin. Pop, pop!
starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, asks the age old question: What would you do if, days before your wedding, you found out your fiancee almost shot up her school? The Boys are here to get philosophical, answer the hard questions and, of course, chat about the Hindenburg for about 15 minutes. Pop, pop!
is here to beg the question: Is Ryan Gosling the best we have? The Boys break down the space blockbuster, its potential chances at the Oscars and whatever was going on with Rocky. Plus, a dive into the controversy surrounding Timothee Chalamet and where his career might go from here. Pop, pop!
The Popcorn Boys Perfectly Popped Movie of the Year Awards are back — and they're better and weirder than ever! Find out who scored nominations for some of the most prestigious awards in all of entertainment, like the It Comes At Night Award for Movie We’ll Forget We Saw and the Diane Warren Award for Most Egregious Oscar Attempt of the Year. It doesn't get more important than this! Winners to be announced next episode. Pop, pop!
With the 98th annual Academy Awards right around the corner, The Boys took a look back at the last 50 movies to be nominated for Best Picture — including this year — and set out to rank them from best to worst. Belfast! The Fabelmans! Emilia Perez, thank god! It's a very important exercise. Pop, pop!
'Wuthering Heights' has arrived and The Boys are feeling things all over their bodies. To celebrate, they do a deep dive into the career of Margot Robbie - from 'The Wolf of Wall Street' to 'I, Tonya' - and land with a singular point of view: nobody is doing it like her. Pop, pop!
The Boys are back to discuss the movie on everybody's lips....THE RIP! What is a rip? Why do we care about rips? Is Kyle Chandler America's Dad? All of these questions are answered, but most importantly, The Boys break down the professional and personal relationship between The Rip stars Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, who are from Boston. Pop, pop!
The most anticipated day on the Popcorn Boys calendar is here again! Daniel and Kyle perform the annual and exhaustive task of sorting through all the 2026 movie releases in an effort to figure out which ones are going to make the most money. Will the Avengers reign supreme? Can Mario and his friends take the crown? Who exactly is Clayface? Hypothetical answers to all of these questions are more await! Pop, pop!
The Boys give their thoughts on Josh Safdie's latest, including Kevin O'Leary being there for some reason, Odessa A'zion being beautiful and Timothee Chalamet just, like, in general. Pop, pop!
- and why each one surprised them for different reasons. Josh O'Connor! Jessie Buckley! Kerry Condon! The rising Jupe dynasty! Pop, pop!
The Boys are back to discuss 'Frankenstein,' the lore of Mary Shelley, the power of the theater experience and why 'Die My Love' is proving to be the most divisive movie of the year. Pop, pop!
which is expectedly weird and the best (and hottest!) under-40 actors and actresses working today. Pop, pop!
The Boys are back as they discuss 'One Battle After Another,' 'After The Hunt,' the power of Julia Roberts, a Box Office Challenge update and that kid who fell into the gorilla enclosure that one time. Pop, pop!
by taking a look back at the superhero's origins, the legacy of Christopher Reeve, the curious case of Lois Lane and a dissection of the prison industrial system. Pop, pop!
which basically results in debates about Brad Pitt's parenting and leg lengthening surgery. Pop, pop!
Nearly 20 years ago, 'Crash' defeated 'Brokeback Mountain' for Best Picture at the 2006 Academy Awards as homophobia reigned over Hollywood. The Boys look back at that seminal Oscars ceremony to figure out how it happened, plus a discussion about Rachel Weisz's win for Best Supporting Actress, Reese Witherspoon's southern accent and whatever Jon Stewart was doing in his monologue. Oh, and a breakdown of the Karen Read trial, of course. Pop, pop!
Well, it's all come to this. To celebrate the release of "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning," The Boys break down the career of Thomas Cruise Mapother IV. Undoubtedly one of the most fascinating and divisive movie stars of all-time (certainly amongst the Popcorn Boys), Thomas Cruise Mapother IV's life and career get dissected from the very beginning. From "Cocktail" and "Jerry Maguire" to the "Mission: Impossible" franchise and whatever the hell The Entity is. Will this be the last episode in Popcorn Boys history? It's likely. Pop, pop.
The Boys are back to discuss something called "A Minecraft Movie" becoming the biggest phenomenon in the world despite neither of them really knowing what it is. Daniel and Kyle ponder what that means, how it might impact things going forward and why everybody is losing their shit in movie theaters. Plus, discussion of season 3 of "The White Lotus" and "Lost," for some reason. Pop, pop!
Live from the historic Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, California, it's the first annual Popcorn Boys Perfectly Popped Movie of the Year Awards! All of Hollywood's biggest stars have gathered under the boardwalk's iconic ferris wheel for their shot at cinematic glory. What will be crowed the Perfectly Popped Movie of the Year?! Can Diane Warren win a category named after her?! And most importantly, who will be named the hottest?!?! Put on your finest wear, grab a bottle of champagne and settle in for the biggest event in Popcorn Boys history. Pop, pop!
Well, the day has finally come. The nominations for the inaugural Popcorn Boys Perfectly Popped Movie of the Year Awards are here. The Boys announce the nominations in all nine categories, including the Glen Powell Award For Hollywood Hunk Performance of the Year, the Zendaya Award for That Girl of the Year and the Sharon Stone Award for Hottest Female Performance of the Year, Respectfully. The Oscars have been found dead in a ditch. Stay tuned for the winners! Pop, pop!
78 - "Emilia Perez" Controversy Throws Oscar Season Into Chaos and a Ranking of the Best Picture Nominees by The Popcorn Boys
Wake up, dorks! It's the best day of the year! The 2025 Box Office Draft is here. Daniel and Kyle pick a total of 46 movies — 20 each, plus 3 back-ups — in a battle of box office supremacy the likes of which nobody has ever seen. What will go #1? How many of these movies are actually real? What the hell is "The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie?" Answers to all of those questions and more will be revealed in the greatest yearly tradition in movie history. Pop, pop!
The Boys have seen the memes, they've watched the interviews, they've gobbled up the narratives and, most importantly, they've finally seen "Wicked." It's a full dissection of Daniel and Kyle's trip to Oz, which includes way too many attempted "Defying Gravity" riffs, a discussion about all things Ariana, a surprising amount of time devoted to goats and, ultimately, just how high this movie can fly come awards season. Grab your broomsticks!
The Boys are back after two separate trips to see each other - one in L.A., one in Detroit. They discuss those excursions, the state of the Box Office Challenge, the general state of the world, the general state of Maria Menounos and, at long, last, their thoughts on 'The Substance.'
It's time for The Boys to discuss the "Alien" franchise, so you know what that means! A full dissection of James Cameron's five marriages, Ridley Scott's three wives, Sigourney Weaver's real name and why the aliens are so wet. Oh, and a brief discussion of the films themselves. Pop, pop!
Deadpool is back, unfortunately, and The Boys are here to discuss him, unfortunately! Ryan Reynolds continues to choke the life out of pop culture with his presence and Hugh Jackman is along for the ride in "Deadpool and Wolverine," a movie that has a lot to say without really saying anything at all. Impressive! However, the superhero schlock is really just an appetizer for "Trap," the latest entry from M. Night Shyamalan, who is clearly not okay. It's a movie that threatens to tear The Boys apart. Pop, pop!The Emagine Skybox: https://www.emagine-entertainment.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Skybox.jpg
The Boys are fresh off a week in Los Angeles together, but none of that is important because "Twisters" is finally here! Daniel and Kyle talk tornadoes, Glen Powell's sex appeal, Daisy Edgar-Jones' accent, Kiernan Shipka being around for a few minutes and the complete decay of theater etiquette. These men are getting old! If you feel it, chase it! Pop, pop!
To celebrate the release of "Hit Man," starring our only movie star Glen Powell, The Boys did a deep dive into the filmography of director Richard Linklater. They discuss his debut "Slacker," the beloved "Before" film trilogy, the nostalgia of "Boyhood" and, unfortunately, get into their biggest podcast fight yet about "Dazed and Confused." Matthew McConaughey just does this to people. Pop, pop!
The Boys are fresh off a weekend together in Los Angeles in which they didn't see any movies, but did see a lot of hot people at a Zach Bryan concert! Prior to the reunion, Daniel and Kyle got eyes on the highly-anticipated "Furiosa" on their home turf, which they discuss this week. Plus, as the movie continues to underwhelm at the box office, many questions have been raised about the future of the in-person cinematic experience in general. Terrible!!! Thankfully, The Boys are here to break it all down and calm some nerves. Or something like that. Pop, pop!
Monkeys are so hot right now. The Boys are here to (finally) discuss 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,' 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' and, apparently, 'Monkey Man!' Plus, a deep dive into the cinematic history of monkeys (or apes, or primates, or whatever) and, for some reason, a historical retrospective on Reese's Pieces. Ooo ooo ahh ahh!
To celebrate the release of "The Fall Guy," The Boys go nearly four hours on the man, the myth, the legend: Ryan Thomas Gosling! It's a full, exhaustive retrospective on the Canadian heartthrob, including revisionist histories of movies like "La La Land," "Drive" and "Blue Valentine." Plus, a look at the interesting dichotomy his career has developed -- and where things might go from here. Settle in, baby. It's Gosling time! Pop, pop!
The horniest, sweatiest, threesomiest movie experience of a lifetime is finally here. "Challengers," a movie made in a lab for The Popcorn Boys, is in theaters at long last and Daniel and Kyle here to break down every dick slap, every Applebee's parking lot make-out, every churro bite and every God-forsaken morsel of what might go down as the movie of the year. Game, set, match!
The Boys are back from Beantown to discuss Kyle heroically completing the Boston Marathon, Daniel meeting the Jamieson extended family for the first time and, oh yeah, Alex Garland's audacious new movie "Civil War." Sometimes it's a movie podcast, sometimes it's not! You just never know! Pop, pop!
After months and months of staring at a shirtless Jake Gyllenhaal on the movie poster, the "Road House" remake is finally here. The Boys take a look back at the 1989 original starring Patrick Swayze, debate exactly HOW hot Jake is in the remake and attempt to figure out exactly what Conor McGregor's whole deal is. Spoiler: it's not good! Pop, pop!
You thought awards season was over?! Think again! It's time for The Popcorn Boys' Perfectly Popped Movie of the Year Awards! The Oscars have been found dead in a ditch! The Boys go all the way back to 1990 to re-examine the Academy Awards' track record and, in Popcorn Boys revisionist history, determine what movie should have emerged victorious as the year's most important film. Did anybody ask for this? No! Is the episode almost three hours long! Yes! These things are very important!!! Get on your tuxes, slip on those high heels and join us for the most prestigious evening in Popcorn Boys history. Pop, pop!
Awards season is in the books and The Boys are here to break down the 96th annual Academy Awards, from Emma Stone's win and Jimmy Kimmel's hosting job to Ryan Gosling's ascent to immortality and whatever weird stranglehold Diane Warren has on Hollywood. Plus, of course, an important discussion about the whereabouts of Catherine, Princess of Wales. Pop, pop!
It's time to return to Arrakis (or something like that!). The Boys are here to break down their experiences seeing "Dune: Part Two," Austin Butler's ascent, Zendaya's tenuous status as "That Girl," the legacy of Denis Villeneuve and who they hope might show up in "Dune: Part Three." Plus, a eulogy for the beautiful and talented "Madame Web," may she rest in peace. Pop, pop!
When one box office draft door closes, another one opens. The Boys wrap up last year's results and discuss people going absolutely bonkers for Bob Marley to kick off this year's festivities. Plus, a dissection of all the Super Bowl movie trailers and the controversial, phallic antics on the BAFTAs red carpet. Pop, pop!
Hey, they actually recorded another episode! The Boys hiatus is (maybe) officially over and thank goodness because it's awards season, baby. This week, Daniel and Kyle discuss the maniacal hysteria surrounding Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig's Oscar snubs, Hillary Clinton getting involved for some reason, a predictable tangent about the Kelce brothers and Jennifer Lawrence's trip to Cheesecake Factory. Pop, pop!
The Boys are back! And this time, in different towns! It's been almost a year since The Popcorn Boys recorded a podcast, but the most important time of the year called for a renaissance. That's right, baby, it's time for the box office draft! Daniel and Kyle have tenuously reunited over Zoom to draft things like 'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1' and 'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2.' Finally, a reason to live! Sit back, relax and let the Boys' (surely accurate) predictions for the box office year ahead wash over you like a cinematic nostalgic balm. POP, POP!
Well, it's been been leading to this. The Boys have finally seen "80 for Brady" and nothing will ever be the same. Get a full breakdown of one the most insane, absurd, surrealist (and maybe also good???) movie experiences of all-time. Tom Brady! Guy Fieri! Billy Porter as Gugu! The weirdest hot wing eating contest in history! It's a holiday in the Popcorn Boys universe. Down, set, hike!
The Oscar nominations are finally here! Daniel and Kyle break down the big categories, the major takeaways from the season and whatever the hell is going on with Andrea Riseborough. Plus, Daniel has some bad news and Kyle tells a strange story about a shirt. Pop, pop!
Ladies and germs, it's the biggest day on the Popcorn Boys calendar. It's time for the 2023 Box Office Draft, baby! Daniel and Kyle fill up their rosters with the most highly-anticipated, most buzzy and most unpredictable movies from the year ahead, all in a battle of ultimate box office supremacy. Will Tom Cruise rule again? Is there Marvel fatigue? What exactly is "Blue Beetle?" Find out the answers (or not) to these and many more incredibly important questions. Happy Draft Day! Pop, pop!
Ho, ho, ho and pop, pop, pop! It's a Popcorn Boys Holiday Spectacular with a discussion about the absolute genius and absurdity of "Avatar: The Way of Water," what to make of "The Fabelmans" and why there will never be another Steven Spielberg. Plus, a very important Box Office Challenge update and Daniel gets 60 seconds (and maybe a few more) to finally talk about "Ticket to Paradise." Happy holidays!
They're baaaaaaaack. After a hiatus that was neither planned nor advised, The Boys have returned and there's plenty to discuss. From the underwhelming feeling surrounding "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" to the delight of "The Banshees of Inisherin," Daniel and Kyle catch up on the last few months of movies and look ahead at what's to come. Plus, a long-awaited update on the box office challenge, stories from their trip to Michigan and Cinemark Movie Rewards vs. AMC Stubs. Pop, pop!
All of the controversy surrounding "Don't Worry Darling" is a perfect Popcorn Boys storm, so obviously they had to break it down. Miss Flo! Spitgate! The incredible revelation that Nick Kroll is in the movie! Plus, an early dissection of film festival reactions, another edition of Time To Talk Trailers and, of course, a live reading of the leaked 1989 phone calls between Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles. Pop, pop!
William Bradley Pitt was born December 18, 1963 in Shawnee, Oklahoma and in the nearly 59 years since, he's carved out one of the most interesting, diverse careers for a Hollywood leading man in history. The Boys go deep on Brad's career, starting at the very beginning and working their way up to 2022's Bullet Train. Along the way, they discuss Brad's hottest roles, where his career goes from here and what the hell is happening at the Cheesecake Factory. Pop, pop!
The Boys saw Jordan Peele's third film "Nope," which was basically their most anticipated movie of the year. With some help from Logan Paul, Daniel and Kyle break down what worked, what didn't and why it doesn't really matter. Unfortunately, they also suffered through "The Gray Man," which somehow managed to be the ugliest movie in cinematic history. Plus, the "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" trailer, a discussion about Elton John and an argument about Beyonce. Pop, pop!
It's a simple premise: is Tom Hanks a great actor? After his insane performance in "Elvis," The Boys were left to wonder if maybe we've been wrong about America's Dad this entire time. So, they decided to do a HANKS DEEP DIVE to get to the bottom of things. From "A League of Their Own" to "Philadelphia," "Catch Me If You Can" to "Saving Private Ryan," Daniel and Kyle dissect one of the most illustrious and fascinating careers in recent movie history. Of course, they also fight about the absolutely absurd and divisive "Forrest Gump," which might be enough to burn down the podcast forever. Pop, pop!
The Boys went on a very underwhelming trip to infinity and beyond with "Lightyear," the latest offering from Pixar. Daniel and Kyle break down what a missed opportunity it was, the movie's lackluster box office, the absence of Tim Allen, the legacy of "Home Improvement" and whether or not Pixar has started losing some of its shine. Pop, pop!
After "Jurassic Park" became one of the most iconic, influential movies of all-time in 1993, how has it all gone so wrong? After watching all six Jurassic movies in succession, including the latest installment, "Jurassic World Dominion," The Boys ponder how a franchise about dinosaurs became about....locusts, we guess? Come for thoughts on all of the movies, stay for a conversation about why Chris Pratt is the most underwhelming (and terrifying) movie star we've ever known. Hold onto your butts, the park is open. Pop, pop!
In many ways, it's all been leading to this. After years of anticipation, The Boys finally took a trip to the danger zone for "Top Gun: Maverick." Following an important message about Tom Cruise, Daniel and Kyle talk about the 1986 original, the merits of the new one and why Jennifer Connelly should always be a brunette. Plus, another edition of Time To Talk Trailers, a takedown of mainstream sports bars and why jawbreakers are a perfect movie candy. Strap in, baby! Let's go flying!
It's the day The Popcorn Boys hoped would never come. Last week, it was announced that their home away from home, The Landmark movie theater in Los Angeles, is closing its doors. The Boys do their best to pick themselves up off the floor and discuss what this means, not only to them, but the movie theater scene in general. After they finish weeping, Daniel and Kyle do their best to figure out what the hell happened in Doctor Strange and where it ranks in the Marvel pantheon. Plus, the second edition of everybody's favorite new segment, Time To Talk Trailers. RIP Landmark. Pop, pop.
It's season 2 of The Popcorn Boys! At least that's what The Boys are telling themselves after taking nearly a month off. There's plenty to catch up on, of course! They discuss a bunch of new trailers and box office news before getting into their opinions of "The Northman" and "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent." Plus, a very quick trip through the insane filmography of the legend himself, Nicolas Cage. Pop some corn, crack a beer and listen up! The Boys are back!
Sound the sirens! The 2022 movie year is off to a roaring start and The Boys are here to break down some of the early fare. "Ambulance," a movie made almost specifically for Daniel and Kyle, is flopping at the box office, but will it flop in their hearts? "Everything Everywhere All At Once" is coolest breakout hit in a while, but will The Boys feel similarly? And then, on the heels of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's engagement 2.0, they discuss Ben's movie "Deep Water" and whether or not everybody involved should be arrested. Pop, pop!
The 94th Annual Academy Awards are in the books and there wasn't much to discuss. Oh wait never mind, it was the most insanely chaotic live television event in history. The Boys discuss Will Smith, CODA, Jessica Chastain, Troy Kotsur and, uh.....
THEY BASICALLY JUST DEBATE WHETHER OR NOT WILL SMITH ACTUALLY SLAPPED CHRIS ROCK IN THE FACE.
It's March Madness, baby! To celebrate, The Boys have crafted a 64-man, single elimination tournament to determine the most exciting actor working today. In the universe of unhinged Popcorn Boys episodes, this might be the most unhinged! Four regions. Two play-in games. One winner. Who will it be? You'll have to listen to almost three hours of absurdity to find out! Pop, pop!
The Boys are going deep on Batman and the episode is almost as long as the movies whose runtimes they mock! But listen, there's a lot to say when it comes to the Caped Crusader, Gotham and why nobody can tell it's Batman under the mask. Daniel and Kyle break down the Tim Burton, Joel Schumacher and Christopher Nolan eras of Batman, while rounding things out with an analysis of the most recent of the bunch, "The Batman" from director Matt Reeves. It's full of discussion about villains, jawlines, Nicole Kidman, the Penguin, actual penguins, the comedic genius of Arnold Schwarzenegger, the comedic...something of Jim Carrey and nipples. Put on your Latex suit, strap in and get ready to be immersed in all things BAT. Pop, pop!
The Screen Actors Guild Awards made a splash on Sunday night, turning this year's already chaotic Oscar race into an even more unpredictable puzzle. The Boys are here to break down all of the biggest questions: Is "CODA" a threat to win Best Picture? Is Jessica Chastain the frontrunner for Best Actress? Is Ariana DeBose the biggest lock of the night? Plus, as the Academy continues down their path of making the Oscars telecast into candy for morons, Daniel and Kyle analyze the insane Oscars Fan Favorite and Oscars Cheer Moment categories. We live in dark times. But strap in, baby, because the Academy Awards are (finally) less than a month away! Pop, pop!
Where have all the rom-coms gone? Do do do, do do do It's 2022 and suddenly nobody believes in laughing or love anymore! So, The Boys decided to get to the bottom of it. They take a look at the absolute dry desert of modern romantic comedies, if there's any hope for the future of the genre and why a great rom-com is unlike anything else. Plus, of course, Daniel and Kyle each list their top 5 romantic comedies of all-time. Grab a blanket, a glass of wine and cozy up to the fire with The Boys. It's time to talk about love. Pop, pop!
The 2022 Academy Awards have their hosts and The Boys have their thoughts! Furthermore, the Best Picture nominees themselves have been the subject of public fodder over the past week and, you'll never guess this, but The Boys have thoughts about that as well! This week, Daniel and Kyle bring you an examination of all things Oscar, why they still matter and....sigh....a recap of the 2021 Box Office Draft.
The Boys have coffee and bagels in hand at 5:18 a.m. because it's the biggest morning of the year, baby! The nominations for the 94th Academy Awards are here and we're doing it live! Through groggy eyes, Daniel and Kyle react to the nominees in every category, as they are revealed. It's chaos! It's anarchy! It's their only reason to live! Listen along as The Boys respond to the snubs, the surprises and whatever Leslie Jordan was doing. Let's ride!
OH HOLY DAY! After months of hemming and hawing, the nominations for the 2022 Academy Awards are mere days away. It's one of the most unpredictable, chaotic Oscar seasons in recent memory and The Boys do their best to make sense of it, running down their predictions for the top 8 categories. Who will take the final spots in Best Picture? Will anybody make it out of the Best Actress category alive??? Why is Jared Leto still a thing???? These are the questions they must deal with!!! Plus, Daniel and Kyle run down their personal wish lists for nomination morning on Tuesday, February 8th. So get listening, you freaks! Pop, pop!
With an absolute black hole in movie releases at the moment, it's only fitting to look ahead at what's to come! In anticipation of the year in movies 2022 (and of the first Popcorn Boys episode ever!), The Boys each pick their five most anticipated flicks from the coming film calendar. In the midst, they hit on many of the most tried and true Popcorn Boys topics: Jake Gyllenhaal (!), Tom Cruise (!!) and whether or not Mark Wahlberg should be arrested (!!!). Sit back and get ready for a preview of another glorious trip around the cinematic sun. Pop, pop!
Do you like scary movies? Ghostface is back, baby! And he's...somehow almost better than ever? With the fifth installment of the iconic "Scream" franchise in theaters, The Boys revisit all the history in the town of Woodsboro, the best performances across the five films and how "Scream" has managed to stand the test of time. Grab a knife, throw on a mask and have your landline close. It's time to get spooky!
This week, The Boys take a look back while keeping an eye on the immediate future! It's time for both Daniel and Kyle to reveal their individual lists of the top 10 movies and performances of 2021. Who takes the #1 spots? How much overlap will there be? How many more times will they argue about "The Power of the Dog?" Plus, hot on the heels of the Screen Actors Guild Award nominations, The Boys dissect what they mean for the Oscar race, the Kristen Stewart snub, use of the word snub in general and what's currently the favorite for Best Picture. Pop, pop!
The biggest day on The Popcorn Boys calendar has arrived! Ladies and germs, it's time for the 2022 box office draft! Two boys. 46 movies. One box office year. A contest with the ability to test friendships, break up families and test the sheer bounds of the moviegoing public. It's not for the faint of heart. Get your snacks, buckle up and come along for the ride. The rest of the year depends on this. Pop, pop!
Audio issues can't keep The Popcorn Boys down! I mean, maybe they should! But they don't! After a brief holiday break, The Boys are back and, oh man, are there things to DISCUSS! The box office challenge is fully up in the air after the dominance of the record-breaking "Spider-Man No Way Home." The Boys discuss their thoughts on the movie, why it's performing so well and whether or not it should make it to Oscar. Plus, they also unpack the discourse surrounding "Don't Look Up," which has managed to drive people absolutely insane. Buckle up, settle in and enjoy. Pop, pop!
Start whistling and snapping because "West Side Story" is here! The Steven Spielberg adaptation was met with rapturous reviews and not-so-rapturous box office, making it a curious contender in this year's Oscars race. The Boys saw the movie and give their thoughts on its merits, its awards chances and why people just don't seem to care about musicals at the moment. They also react to last week's Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards nominees, and whether or not they really matter. Plus, the first installment of Daniel's Kernel! Pop, pop!
To celebrate the release of "Licorice Pizza," The Boys do a deep dive into the nine film catalogue of Paul Thomas Anderson! From "Hard Eight" to "Phantom Thread," it's a discussion about what makes PTA so great, what makes him so unique and what, sometimes, makes him so frustrating. The Boys debate their favorite performances in PTA movies, his genius casting decisions and, of course, they scream about Tom Cruise for an absurd amount of time. Plus, a holiday eulogy for the deceased Arclight theater chain. Pop, pop!
For those looking to avoid the "Licorice Pizza" conversation until you can see the movie, that begins at 1:52:26.
After months of anticipation, an endless press tour, countless think pieces and far too many pictures of Jared Leto in a fat suit, The Boys have finally seen "House of Gucci" and, boy, do they have thoughts. From Adam Driver's questionable performance to Lady Gaga's accent, from Al Pacino's ham sandwich to A VERY HEATED DEBATE ABOUT THE AFOREMENTIONED JARED LETO, tensions are running high. These aren't easy conversations, but they are important ones. Plus, a dissection of the current state of the Best Director race and who Steven Spielberg might be bumping out! Pop, pop!
It's Thanksgiving Week and the Boys are arguing about actors! With the release of the Will Smith-starring "King Richard" and the Benedict Cumberbatch-starring "The Power of the Dog," the Best Actor race is in full swing. Daniel and Kyle give their thoughts on each performance, their Oscars chances, and what to expect from both categories. Plus, thoughts on Kodi Smit-McPhee's shot at gold, the glory that is Kirsten Dunst, who the hell saw "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" and Kyle's list of the best Thanksgiving foods. Gobble, gobble!
After individual bouts with illness, the Boys are back! Right in the thick of awards season, they debate whether Best Picture frontrunner "Belfast" can maintain its position and whether or not Best Actress frontrunner Kristen Stewart is in danger. Plus, a full look at the Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress categories as they stand now, the wonder that is Jamie Dornan and the idea of live orchestral music. Pop, pop!
In honor of the release of "Last Night In Soho," The Boys do a deep dive into the full cinematic ourevre of director Edgar Wright. From "Shaun of the Dead" to "Baby Driver," it's a full dissection of one of the most original and polarizing directors working today, including a full breakdown of the aforementioned "Soho" and where it stacks up against the rest of his filmography. Plus, a discussion about the legendary Paula Cole, autumn vs. fall and the worst movie trailers of the year.
It's the first double feature in Popcorn Boys history! As Oscar season starts rolling in earnest, the Boys will be finding themselves at the movies even more than usual, so they took advantage of a free evening and knocked out "Dune" and "The French Dispatch" in one fell swoop! The former, a sweeping epic from Denis Villenueve, and the latter, the latest from the Wes Anderson canon, provide much debate, fodder and, frankly, confusion! Come for a breakdown of each movie, including ruminations on each film's Oscar chances. Stay for discussions about new theater menu items, Timothee Chalamet and ketchup. Pop, pop!
To celebrate the release of medieval epic "The Last Duel," a movie as much about facial hair as it is duels, The Boys decided to take a look at the illustrious (often very weird) filmography of director Ridley Scott. Spanning more than 40 years, Scott has made some of the most iconic movies of all-time, while leaving many heads scratching along the way. Is he underrated? Is he overrated? Is he aware that nobody needs a "Gladiator 2?" All questions to ponder! Plus, a discussion about eccentric theater mates, French things and The Verve Pipe. Pop, pop!
The Boys bid adieu (a French term) to Daniel Craig's era as James Bond with a look back at all five of his films, including the new "No Time To Die." After a lengthy delay, the final installment of Craig's tenure is in theaters and
Over 14 years after the finale of "The Sopranos," the gang is (sorta) back together for the feature film prequel "The Many Saints of Newark!" The Boys go deep on the legacy of TV shows turned into movies, how this changes the lore of "The Sopranos" itself and, mostly, if this entire thing was even necessary in the first place. Plus, a discussion on how "Venom" may or may not be ruining the country and a heated discussion about "Sex and the City." Pop, pop!
In many ways, it's all been leading to this. In honor of the release of "The Guilty," starring the one and only Jake Gyllenhaal, The Popcorn Boys have decided to do a Jake deep dive - his career highlights, his lack of awards success, why he stands out amongst his contemporaries and, perhaps most importantly, when he's been the hottest. From "Brokeback" to "Bubble Boy," from "Moonlight Mile" to whatever the hell "Everest" was, it's time to celebrate the man, the myth and the legend himself, which includes a discussion about Jake Gyllenhaal fan clubs, Jake Gyllenhaal birthday cakes and Jake Gyllenhaal hairstyles, of course. IT'S ALL JAKE GYLLENHAAL, ALL THE TIME. JUST AS THE LORD INTENDED. Pop, pop!
For some reason, Clint Eastwood has a new movie. And for some reason that movie is called "Cry Macho!" We watch the movie about an old man and a rooster while attempting to unpack exactly what has happened to Eastwood's career, while putting it in context against some of his contemporaries and examining Oscar's spotty history with rewarding directors and actors of a certain age. Plus, in honor of the titular Macho, a discussion of the best performances by animals in movie history. Cock a doodle doo! Pop, pop!
The summer movie doldrums are almost over, but in the meantime, The Boys decided to trade films that hold special places in their hearts and, well, force each other to watch them! So, in a very unconventional double feature, it's 1998's "Stepmom" and 2006's "Miami Vice." Daniel and Kyle go deep about what makes each movie so specifically tailored to their interests, whether Julia Roberts knows how to use a camera and where Colin Farrell ranks on the Mt. Rushmore of Hottest Performances In Movie History. Plus, a new segment called "What The Heck Is Winning Best Picture?!" and a (controversial) list of Julia's best movies. Pop, pop!
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME (MOVIES ABOUT) FOOTBALL?!?! The Boys celebrate the return of football season by taking a look at the history of pigskin on the big screen. And hey, it's a rocky history at best! Daniel and Kyle ebb and flow between "Varsity Blues" & "Remember The Titans," rant about "The Blind Side" & "Rudy" and, somehow, find time to argue about Tom Cruise and "Jerry Maguire." Plus, ideas for who deserves a football biopic of their own, predictions for the upcoming NFL season and a lengthy discussion about O.J. Simpson (but not that one). Go long!
It's September and somehow the future of going to the movies is as bleak as ever! With the news that "Top Gun: Maverick" (and "Jackass 4," too!) is being delayed until 2022, The Boys are forced to reckon with the fact that the glory days of movie theaters may be a permanent thing of the past. Daniel and Kyle contemplate their own mortality before diving into a very important and highly contentious discussion about the best movie snacks, but not before a round-up of all the summer movie opinions that failed to make the pod throughout the season, including "Pig," "CODA," "Annette" and Kyle's incredibly timely dissection of "Cruella." Are we sad? Are we hopeful? Are we even alive? Nobody knows! Pop, pop!
Inspired by a truly chaotic tweet from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, The Boys decided to do a deep dive on one of the most respected, beloved, yet unrewarded and arguably under-appreciated actresses of their generation: AMY ADAMS! They go over her 0-for-6 record at the Oscars, the best chance she had to win, her snub for "Arrival," where she stands amongst her contemporaries and what it might take for her to one day hold a small, shiny, gold man in her hands. THE AMY ADAMS HIVE IS EATING TONIGHT, BOYS AND GIRLS.
On the heels of the Aretha Franklin biopic "Respect," The Boys discuss how most musical biopics are (sorry!) mediocre, why the Oscars go crazy for them, and whether or not it matters if the actors themselves are actually singing. Plus, the highs and lows of "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "Rocketman," whether or not "Walk The Line" holds up, and who deserves a musical biopic of their own. Listen up, nerds!
To celebrate the reunion of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez and the triumphant feeling of vitality they have brought us all, Daniel and Kyle decided to watch 2003’s infamous “Gigli,” a film they have both never seen and won’t soon forget. A movie that is shockingly as much about thumbs and other assorted body parts as it is anything else, The Boys dissect exactly what went wrong, what went right (?!) and how Ben and Jen’s respective careers mirrored each other post-“Gigli.” It’s a tale of paparazzi culture, the influence of Us Weekly, the city of Boston and the way we must reckon with Justin Bartha’s performance as a special needs adult. Plus, a discussion about the best real-life film couples of all-time. Strap in, it’s “Gigli” time!
It's August, which means it's time to start talking Oscars! Or at least according to The Boys! With the 2022 Oscars less than 8 months away, what better time to have wild debates about what's going to get nominated?! Daniel and Kyle break down their picks for Picture, Director and all four acting categories in a draft format. It's chaos! It's impossible! It's the only reason to live! The Boys discuss potentially huge years for the likes of Bradley Cooper, Ridley Scott and Adam Driver, whether or not anybody cares about the "West Side Story" remake and, perhaps most importantly, what the heaven and hell to do with "House of Gucci." It's (kinda) Oscars season, baby!
In celebration of the release of "Old," the boys go deep, deep into the M. Night Shyamalan archives for a conversation (re: argument) about the director's best movies, what makes him so enigmatic, what makes him so bewildering and just what the hell was wrong with that beach! Plus, a discussion about whether Mark Wahlberg is the best actor of all-time, why Toni Collette deserved an Oscar for "The Sixth Sense" (sorry, Angie!) and who should join the Shyamalan universe next. Buckle up...it's a twisty ride!
The Boys watched "Space Jam: A New Legacy" so you don't have to! LeBron James, The Looney Tunes and every god damn character from the Warner Brothers universe join forces to create one of the most peculiar, confounding and yet undeniably entertaining movies in recent memory. Daniel and Kyle ponder things like whether or not Don Cheadle knows he's in this movie, Lola Bunny's shorts and the sheer disrespect shown to Klay Thompson and Damian Lillard. Plus, a conversation about the best athletes-turned-actors and where LeBron lands on that list. Let's go to space! It's so trendy right now!
After a week off, the Boys are back to discuss the big box office debut of "Black Widow" and why Daniel loves the Marvel movies, whereas Kyle enjoys making fun of them. It's a conversation about the legitimacy of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the genius of Florence Pugh and, against all odds, the tragic rise and fall of soccer star (?) Freddy Adu. Plus, a conversation about "Election," Reese Witherspoon and watching sex scenes while on a plane. Pop, pop!
Fresh off a screening of F9, Daniel and Kyle break down the latest installment in the Fast franchise and relate it back to the previous eight movies, which Daniel just watched in quick succession. A true hero! The Boys discuss how the Fast franchise has become such a phenomenon, where F9 ranks in the pantheon, the genius of Vin Diesel & Paul Walker and their hopes for the future of Dom and the crew. Plus, a furious (!!) debate about Tom Cruise and The Rock, thoughts on Charlize Theron and whether or not "See You Again" is the worst snub in Oscars history. Vroom, vroom!
It's one of the most cherished weeks on every film calendar. There's a new Pixar movie to watch! Daniel and Kyle break down "Luca," the conversation about its gay (or not gay?) themes, why its simplicity works to its advantage and, of course, where it ranks in the Pixar pantheon, complete with a full ranking of all 24 of the studio's films by Kyle, as Daniel mostly whines and complains. Is "Toy Story 2" overrated? Does "Up" suck? Should voice acting gets its own Oscar category? These are all questions pondered, though not necessarily answered, on this week's episode. Pop, pop!
Earlier this month, it felt like "In The Heights" was set to become a breakout hit and the first feel-good story of the summer. But after middling box office returns and increased controversy surrounding its casting, we're left to wonder: what the heck happened? Daniel and Kyle break down their thoughts on the movie (good!) and analyze why the movie has been such a disappointment out of the gate (not good!). Plus, they offer a bit of optimism that the movie can right the ship.
The Boys are going back in time. Twenty years, to be precise! The setting is the Shrine Auditorium, Steven Soderbergh is double nominated, Julia Roberts is the toast of the town and “Chocolat” is nominated for Best Picture for some reason. It’s the 2001 Academy Awards, baby! Daniel and Kyle break down the winners, their personal ballots, the fandom surrounding “Almost Famous,” how in the heaven and hell Marcia Gay Harden won and how “Gladiator’s” Best Picture win has stood the test of time. There is laughter, there are tears, there is a fierce debate over who else could have played Erin Brockovich. Hop inside the time machine and let’s roll!
The Boys are back in theaters! Fresh off a viewing of "A Quiet Place Part II," Daniel and Kyle discuss how the movie stacks up to the original, why a member of its cast deserves an Oscar nomination (never too early!) and where "Cruella" lands in the Disney live action lexicon.
Well, it's come to this. The Boys finally (re: begrudgingly?) discuss Christopher Nolan's opus "Tenet." A movie that has inspired as much debate and fury as it has fanfare, Daniel and Kyle break down what works, what doesn't and whether or not movies are supposed to make sense. Plus, discussion about "Those Who Wish Me Dead," "The Woman In The Window" and "Mission: Impossible." Pop, pop!
The Boys are drafting, baby! It's the most anticipated event of every year inside the Popcorn Boys universe: the box office draft. Daniel and Kyle battle it out for domestic box office supremacy, each selecting a roster of 20 movies set for release in 2021. Whose draft board will reign supreme? Will streaming services keep people at home? Do people still care about "The Matrix?" WHO IS "CRUELLA" FOR?! All of these burning questions answered, and more! Pop, pop!
The Popcorn Boys are here! Daniel Trainor and Kyle Jamieson, two obsessive friends who love movies almost as much as they love arguing about them, have made the brave decision to start a podcast. In their debut episode, the Boys each unveil lists of their five most anticipated movies of 2021. Plus, a discussion about this year's Oscars ceremony, a return to movie theaters and a debate (the first of many, to be sure) about Tom Cruise.