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/

This week on episode #158 of The Harsh Language Podcast, we review Bugonia, a film that does something we haven't seen in years by forcing a genuine, uncomfortable self-reflection. While most modern sci-fi plays it safe with spectacle, Yorgos Lanthimos has delivered a story that actually made us question our own worldview. We dive into how this Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone-led conspiracy thriller pivots from a bizarre remake into a deeply personal experience that lingers long after the credits roll.We also break down why the negativity toward Stranger Things Season 5 feels so manufactured, our top 6 movies from 2025, and the real reason Hollywood is giving Michael B. Jordan’s Sinners the cold shoulder.

📌 Chapters00:00 - Stranger Things Season 5 Negativity is So Forced15:07 - 6 Movies From 2025 That Completely Blew Us Away!32:45 - The Real Reason Sinners is Getting Ignored By Hollywood43:51 - Do We Really Need Another Solo Wolverine Movie?48:09 - Do People Still Have the Appetite For Movie Theatres?01:07:08 - Bugonia Review

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This week on episode #157 of The Harsh Language Podcast, it's Marvin's first time watching Stand By Me, a film that has been misremembered for forty years as a warm, nostalgic hug. In our review, we dig into how it is actually the best coming-of-age story ever told, but not for the reasons people seem to remember.

We also discuss why IT: Welcome To Derry was way better than expected, the debate over whether Pluribus is boring or if we’ve just lost our attention spans, Paramount’s refusal to back down, Netflix’s new plan for exclusive theaters, and whether anyone is actually excited for Avengers: Doomsday.

📌 Chapters

00:00 - Welcome To Derry Was WAY Better Than Expected 15:40 - Is Pluribus Boring or Have We Lost Our Attention Spans?

33:55 - Paramount Isn't Backing Down Yet

36:20 - Netflix's Plan For Exclusive Theatres

43:14 - Is Anyone Actually Excited For Avengers Doomsday? 53:50 - Rob Reiner's Amazing Legacy

57:00 - Stand By Me Review

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This week on episode #156 of The Harsh Language Podcast, we discuss One Battle After Another, a film that has been dragged into pointless political arguments even though its actual meaning is something far more personal and devastating. We dig into why the loudest voices online are completely missing the point, and how the film is really wrestling with generational failure and the world we’re leaving behind.We also cover Netflix’s planned purchase of Warner Bros, the behind-the-scenes panic it’s causing across the industry, the potential collapse of cinema, and all the political implications.📌 Chapters00:00 - Zac Brown's Satanic Concert05:28 - Is Pluribus Boring?13:42 - Welcome to Derry is Way Better Than We Expected19:17 - Netflix Buying Warner Bros is A Disaster30:31 - How Netflix Could Ruin The Movie Industry40:23 - The Snyder-verse is NEVER Coming Back... Move On45:04 - One Battle After Another Review🔔 Subscribe so you don’t miss the next one!💬 Do you think One Battle After Another is being misread, and what do you think the film is actually trying to say?🎙️ Listen on your favorite podcast platform: http://bit.ly/4im0Jaq🌐 Connect with us: https://harshlanguage.tv/

This week on episode #155 of The Harsh Language Podcast, we discuss First Blood, a film that has been completely misunderstood thanks to the version the franchise turned it into. This week we made Marvin watch First Blood for the first time, and we dig into how its real story reveals a darker truth about a veteran abandoned by the very system that created him.

We also cover the latest in film and TV news: the lingering debate around Frankenstein adaptations, confusion over who the new Tron movie is even for, the strange direction of Spider-Man in the MCU, the increasingly chaotic future of WB Discovery, and fresh chatter about Stallone reflecting on his career.

📌 Chapters
00:00 - More Thoughts on Frankenstein
04:09 - We Love Pluribus But We Don't Know Why
08:08 - Who is Tron Being Made For?
10:45 - Is Running Man Really Bad?
14:09 - Wtf is Going On With Spiderman in The MCU?
24:50 - The Sale of WB Discovery is Getting "Interesting"
30:35 - Do We Really Need a Weapons Prequel?
35:08 - The Last Ronin TMNT Movie Was Canceled
41:23 - Green Lantern Series Delayed
45:24 - New Game of Thrones News
47:50 - Sylvester Stallone On His Career Regrets
51:19 - First Blood Review

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This week on episode #154 of The Harsh Language Podcast, we discuss Frankenstein, a film that delivers striking craft but still stumbles on the very ideas it sets out to modernize. We dig into why its execution raises bigger questions about the state of studio horror and what happens when ambition outpaces thematic clarity.

We also cover the latest in film and TV news, including the escalating Predator Badlands discourse, renewal buzz for Alien Earth, unexpected moves in the Taylor Sheridan universe, major DCU project confirmations, early chatter about a Rambo prequel, and more!

📌 Chapters

00:00 - Why Good Boy is shaking up modern haunting films
06:50 - The wild discourse surrounding Predator Badlands
14:27 - Alien Earth scores a second season
17:32 - New developments across Taylor Sheridan’s slate
22:27 - Big announcements reshaping the upcoming DCU
27:45 - Alan Ritchson hints at a major DCU role
30:51 - A Rambo prequel is officially on the table
36:18 - Oscar Isaac opens up about Star Wars possibilities
39:15 - Pan's Labyrinth returns with an anniversary release
40:38 - Frankenstein Review

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