This week on episode #161 of The Harsh Language Podcast, we review Blue Moon, a film that completely defied our expectations by avoiding every tired biopic trope in the book. While we walked in expecting another sanitized tribute, Richard Linklater delivered a gritty, real-time character study that forced us to reconsider everything we thought we knew about the biopic genre. We dive into how the 90-minute "hangout" format creates a brutal, honest look at fame and obsolescence.

We also break down why Wonder Man is officially Marvel's best project in years. Plus, we discuss the historic milestone for John Carpenter’s The Thing and pay tribute to the legendary Catherine O’Hara.

📌 Chapters

00:00 - Wonder Man is the BEST Thing Marvel Has Made in Years

13:10 - Melania is A Massive Box Office Flop... Shocking!

16:52 - Should John Hughes Movies Be Remade?

21:41 - John Carpenter's The Thing Just Made History

31:20 - Catherine O'Hara's Death Is a Gut Punch for Comedy

35:33 - Blue Moon Review

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This week on episode #160 of The Harsh Language Podcast, we dive into Dragnet, an '80s gem that rarely gets the credit it deserves despite its massive star power. We had Marvin watch Dragnet for the first time to see if this Dan Aykroyd and Tom Hanks classic still holds up. We break down why this masterclass in deadpan satire is one of the most underrated comedies of the 80s that you probably haven’t seen, and why its unique brand of absurdist humor has become a lost art in modern cinema.

Beyond the badge, we discuss whether The X-Files ever truly lost its way during its legendary run and try to figure why Landman is so popular. We also dive into the freshly released 2026 Oscar nominations to analyze the biggest snubs and the most surprising inclusions that have the industry talking.

📌 Chapters

00:00 - Did The X Files Ever Fall Off At Some Point?

05:45 - How is Landman So Popular?

15:45 - The 2026 Oscar Nominations Are Surprising

34:20 - Dragnet First Time Watching Review

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This week on episode #159 of The Harsh Language Podcast, we review Train Dreams, a film that stands as a defiant reminder of why the theatrical experience is irreplaceable. In an era of digital convenience, this movie utilizes scale and atmosphere to create an immersive weight that simply cannot be replicated at home. We explore how its cinematography demands a larger-than-life canvas and why this story serves as a necessary wake-up call for anyone who thinks the magic of cinema is fading away.We also break down the complete absurdity of this year's Golden Globes awards and the growing desperation over at Paramount. Plus, we tackle the big question: can Dave Filoni actually salvage the Star Wars franchise, or is the damage already too serious?📌 Chapters00:00 - Is It Time to Move On From John Wick Style Movies?08:38 - This Year's Golden Globes Was A Complete Joke17:30 - Is Netflix Actually Telling the Truth?20:04 - Paramount is Really Getting Desperate Now24:44 - Can Dave Filoni Save Star Wars From Kathleen Kennedy?33:41 - Train Dreams Proves Why We Still Need The Cinema Experience43:53 - Train Dreams Review🔔 Subscribe so you don’t miss the next one!💬 Is the cinema experience truly essential for a movie like Train Dreams, or is the "theatre-only" argument just becoming a dated cliché?🎙️ Listen on your favorite podcast platform: http://bit.ly/4im0Jaq🌐 Connect with us: https://harshlanguage.tv/