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Forgotten Cinema
Hosted by Michael Butler & Michael Field · EN
Welcome to Forgotten Cinema! Each episode, Mike Field and Mike Butler highlight a film that for a variety of reasons was forgotten by audiences. Whether it be because a more popular movie was released at the same time or the movie simply didn’t catch on with an audience in the its initial run. We’ll discuss what we love about the movie or perhaps don’t love about it and decide whether the movie is worth a revisit.
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Changing Lanes
Mar 1800:41:20Tap to summarizeThis week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "Changing Lanes", the early 2000s drama built around one bad day and two men whose lives collide in all the worst ways.Mike Butler remembers enjoying this film the first time around, and on rewatch there is still a lot to like. The dual protagonist structure, where each man also serves as the other’s antagonist, creates an interesting dynamic. Samuel L. Jackson and Ben Affleck both deliver strong performances, bringing intensity and humanity to characters pushed to their limits.Mike Field also appreciates the performances and the decision to treat this concept as a grounded drama rather than a more conventional action thriller. However, he finds the dual main character setup distracting, making it harder to fully invest in either character’s journey.Both Mikes agree the film is not without its flaws. There are noticeable contrivances, and the resolution leans a bit too conveniently toward a tidy ending. Butler also feels Affleck’s character could have used more development, particularly in showing what drives him toward the darker choices he begins to make.Even with those issues, "Changing Lanes" remains a compelling and thoughtful early-2000s drama, anchored by strong performances and a premise that still resonates.🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com0:00 - Introduction3:51 - Film Facts9:20 - Film Discussion27:47 - Reviews34:11 - Who Would You Recommend This To?37:43 - Why Is This Forgotten?39:43 - Plugs#ForgottenCinema #ChangingLanes #SamuelLJackson #BenAffleck #Drama #00s #2000s #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #UnderratedMovies #ClassicFilms
Transcribe →Vitalerium: Descent into the Void | Interview with the Author
Mar 1401:02:50Tap to summarizeThe Mikes are doing something different in this episode...reading!Mike Butler and Mike Field interview author Nicholas Keating Casbarro about his sci-fi epic "Vitalerium: Descent into the Void". The first chapter of a huge new series set in the far future. A novel filled with action, mystery, political intrigue, and more. The Mikes and Casbarro will discuss what goes into creating your first story, planning out a universe, writing theory, and other light topics such as predictions on the future of humanity. This episode is out of this world!...I'll see myself out!Get all your Vitalerium links here!Purchase your copy: https://www.amazon.com/Vitalerium-Descent-Nicholas-Keating-Casbarro/dp/B0D9KWWV4G Visit the official website: https://vitaleriumseries.com/Follow Vitalerium on Instagram @vitaleriumseries or on X @vitaleriumCheck out @luxsteezcosplay on Instagram to checkout her awesome Monique Magni character cosplay from the book!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com#ForgottenCinema #Vitalerium #NicholasKeatingCasbarro #VitaleriumSeries #SciFi #Authors #Interview
Transcribe →The Bride - Now Showing
Mar 1200:38:43Tap to summarizeThis week on Forgotten Cinema: Now Showing, the Mikes take a look at "The Bride", Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ambitious and visually striking monster film.Mike Butler comes away disappointed. While he believes the movie is phenomenally acted, beautifully designed, and impressively directed, the script simply does not work for him. The story feels unfocused, struggling to decide what it wants to be or what it wants to say. As Gyllenhaal’s first big-budget film, it is a strong showcase for her talents behind the camera, but Butler feels the screenplay ultimately lets the entire project down.That said, there is still a lot to admire. Jessie Buckley delivers an incredible performance as the Bride, Christian Bale is fantastic as “Frank,” and the film closes with the best end credit song in recent memory.Mike Field had a similar reaction walking out of the theater, but after sitting with it for a day he found himself warming up to the film. Not because he disagrees with the criticisms of the script, but because he appreciates how different the movie is from most modern blockbuster fare. That leads to the bigger question the Mikes explore in this episode. Is being different enough to make a film good?Ambitious, strange, and deeply divisive, "The Bride" is a film that sparks a lot of discussion even if it does not fully come together.What did you think of The Bride? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com#ForgottenCinema #TheBride #Bride #BrideOfFrankenstein #Frankenstein #MaggieGyllenhaal #ChristianBale #JessieBuckley #Romance #Horror #HorrorFilms #MonsterMovies #NewRelease #FilmDiscussion
Transcribe →Arachnophobia
Mar 1100:45:27Tap to summarizeThis week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "Arachnophobia", the horror comedy that proves sometimes the scariest monsters are the smallest ones.Mike Butler and Mike Field really enjoy this one; with Butler describing it best as spider "Jaws". The film builds tension around an invasion of deadly spiders while following Jeff Daniels as a small-town doctor who must stop them despite being deeply afraid of spiders himself. Daniels brings a relatable everyman quality to the role that helps ground the story, while John Goodman steals plenty of scenes as the eccentric exterminator brought in to deal with the growing infestation.The movie is also a showcase for great character actors. Instead of relying on huge personalities or scene stealing performances, the film fills its world with memorable supporting characters who feel like real people and deliver plenty of great lines along the way.Balancing laughs and thrills without becoming overly bombastic, "Arachnophobia" keeps things relatively grounded while still delivering plenty of creepy moments. It is a smart, fun creature feature that proves you do not need giant monsters to make an audience squirm.What your favorite films in this genre? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com0:00 - Introduction2:57 - Film Facts14:16 - Film Discussion33:35 - Reviews40:46 - Who Would You Recommend This To?41:17 - Why Is This Forgotten?43:49 - Plugs#ForgottenCinema #Arachnophobia #JeffDaniels #JohnGoodman #FrankMarshal #Spiders #Horror #HorrorComedy #90s #80s #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #UnderratedMovies #ClassicFilms
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Last Four | Episode 2
Mar 900:25:31Tap to summarizeFour more movies. Four very different experiences.In Episode 2 of Last Four, Mike Field breaks down the latest four films he watched. What worked, what didn’t, and who each movie might be for. No rankings. No hot takes for the sake of hot takes. Just honest reactions from a lifelong movie lover. This week’s lineup ranges from intimate family drama to mockumentary comedy, surreal conspiracy thriller, and a bold Spike Lee reinterpretation of a Kurosawa classic.🎥 Movies Covered00:00 Cold Open00:45 Intro00:59 Sentimental Value09:55 Spinal Tap II: The End Continues14:15 Bugonia20:23 Highest 2 Lowest🎬 About the ShowLast Four is a solo series from Forgotten Cinema host Mike Field where he talks about the last four movies he watched — new releases, classics, surprises, and disappointments. 💬 Join the conversation What were the last four movies you watched? Drop them in the comments — they might even show up in a future episode.🎙 More from Forgotten CinemaForgotten Cinema is a movie podcast and YouTube channel exploring great films that deserve another look — from cult classics to overlooked favorites. Subscribe for: Movie discussions, Film analysis, New shows like Last Four and more!
Transcribe →Scream 7 - Now Showing
Mar 500:52:37Tap to summarizeIt's all come to this!This week on Forgotten Cinema: Now Showing, the Mikes finally arrive at "Scream 7", the final destination after their long Scream Lead Up series.Unlike many critics, Mike Butler and Mike Field had a great time with this entry. Is it the best Scream film? No. Is it the worst? Also no. And as the Mikes point out, even the weakest Scream is still leagues above most other slashers and basic horror films.Sidney Prescott remains a strong anchor for the franchise, and the film delivers with some very effective kills. The Mikes also dig into some of the film’s bigger talking points, including the return of Stu, whether audiences can fully buy Joel McHale as a serious action presence after his long comedy career, and how the killer reveal works within the story.With the new installment now in the books, Butler and Field also update their full franchise rankings after completing their journey through every Scream film leading up to this release. For anyone jumping in with this episode, the Mikes encourage you to go back and check out the full Lead Up series as they revisited the entire franchise step by step.After all the blood, meta commentary, and Ghostface mayhem, the question remains. Where does "Scream 7" truly land in the legacy of the series?Thank you for joining the Mikes through each film in the "Scream" saga!What are your theories for Scream 8? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com#ForgottenCinema #Scream #Scream7 #KevinWilliamson #NeveCampbell #CourtneyCox #JoelMcHale #Ghostface #Horror #HorrorFilms #NewRelease #FilmDiscussion #Slasher
Transcribe →Rounders
Mar 400:42:34Tap to summarizeThis week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes sit down at the table with "Rounders", the cult favorite poker drama starring Matt Damon and Edward Norton.Despite its reputation, both Mike Butler and Mike Field come away less than impressed. The biggest issue lies with Damon’s character, Mike, who spends the entire film acting like a degenerate gambler fueled by bluster and misplaced bravado. Time and again he makes terrible decisions, particularly when it comes to helping his unreliable friend Worm, played effectively by Edward Norton. Their relationship never quite makes sense, and the film asks the audience to invest in choices that feel increasingly frustrating.The movie also leans heavily on poker terminology and insider lingo, often assuming the audience understands the details of the game. Instead of pulling viewers deeper into the world of high-stakes poker, it creates distance from the central premise.By the time the story wraps up, Mike’s journey feels hollow. His reckless behavior ultimately leads to a lucky break rather than meaningful growth, leaving the Mikes with little to latch onto emotionally or thematically.While "Rounders" has its fans, this rewatch leaves Butler and Field wondering if the film’s cult status has more to do with the poker boom that followed than the strength of the movie itself.What are some of your favorite card game based films? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com0:00 - Introduction2:43 - Film Facts8:43 - Film Discussion35:13 - Reviews38:10 - Who Would You Recommend This To?39:33 - Why Is This Forgotten?41:26 - Plugs#ForgottenCinema #Rounders #MattDamon #EdwardNorton #JohnDahl #JohnMalcovich #MartinLandau #Poker #Drama #90s #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #UnderratedMovies #ClassicFilms
Transcribe →Scream 6 - Lead Up
Mar 100:49:58Tap to summarizeThis week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes wrap up their Scream Lead Up series with "Scream VI", the final stop before diving into "Scream 7".Both Mike Butler and Mike Field still like this entry, but it stands as the weakest of the franchise so far in their rankings. A big part of that comes from the absence of Sidney Prescott and the somewhat awkward shoehorning of Gale into the story. The film also lacks the sharp meta commentary that defines the series, and the villain reveal and finale lean heavily into goofiness rather than tension.That said, "Scream VI" is still a good time. The kills are strong, the set pieces are memorable, and several sequences stand out, including the Gale versus Ghostface showdown and the tense Halloween subway ride. Melissa Barrera continues to grow into the role of Sam, delivering one of the stronger performances of the new era.With the Lead Up complete, the Mikes also rank the franchise so far and reflect on where the series stands heading into its next chapter. Even if "Scream VI" doesn't reach the heights of its predecessors, it proves the franchise still knows how to entertain.So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".What are Scream rankings? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com0:00 - Introduction2:21 - Film Facts9:11 - Film Discussion35:20 - Reviews39:42 - Scream Film Rankings46:32 - Plugs#ForgottenCinema #Scream #Scream6 #RadioSilence #MelissaBarerra #CourtneyCox #JennaOrtega #Ghostface #Horror #HorrorFilms #Scream7 #FilmDiscussion #Slasher
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Last Four | Episode 1
Feb 2700:22:52Tap to summarizeWelcome to the very first episode of Last Four! Field's new solo series where he breaks down the last four movies he watched: what worked, what didn’t, and who each film is really for. No rankings. No hot takes for the sake of hot takes. Just honest reactions.This week’s lineup is… all over the place in the best way:🎬 Movies Covered in This Episode:Anaconda (2025)The Lost BusThe HousemaidThe Wrecking CrewIn this episode, we discuss:Why the Anaconda reboot unexpectedly hit me in the feels How The Lost Bus turns real-world disaster into gripping procedural storytelling A domestic thriller (The Housemaid) I fully expected to dislike And an action film (The Wrecking Crew) that reminds me I’ve maybe seen too many action films00:00 Cold Open00:20 Intro00:49 Anaconda (2025)06:32 The Lost Bus12:01 The Housemaid17:02 The Wrecking Crew21:39 Final Thoughts💬 What were the last four movies YOU watched? Drop them in the comments. Your picks might end up in a future episode.📺 About the ShowLast Four is a weekly (or close enough!) series here on the Forgotten Cinema channel where Mike Field walks through the four most recent movies he's seen — new releases, classics, rewatches, hidden gems, and everything in between — with a bit of insight, a bit of humor, and zero rankings.🎙 More from Forgotten Cinema Check out the main podcast, episodic deep dives, and our other shows right here on the channel.
Transcribe →The Way of the Gun
Feb 2500:45:02Tap to summarizeThis week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "The Way of the Gun", Christopher McQuarrie’s sharp, character-driven crime thriller and directorial debut.Both Mike Butler and Mike Field really enjoy this one. The performances are firing on all cylinders, with the legendary James Caan bringing gravitas and menace to every scene he’s in. Benicio Del Toro and Ryan Phillippe anchor the film as two genuinely bad men, not misunderstood antiheroes, but criminals who are unapologetically who they are. That commitment to morally compromised characters gives the film a harder edge than most crime thrillers of its era.McQuarrie’s first outing behind the camera shows remarkable confidence, with tight dialogue, grounded action, and characters who always feel true to themselves. Butler suspects younger him would have absolutely loved this film, while Field appreciates it even more now, finding its maturity and restraint more compelling with age.Dark, deliberate, and unapologetically adult, "The Way of the Gun" stands as one of the stronger crime films of the early 2000s and a reminder of how effective simple, character-focused storytelling can be.What's your favorite film about a bad guy(s) where they are the lead and actually ARE the bad guy? Let us know in the comments!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShopCheck out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com0:00 - Introduction3:21 - Film Facts9:26 - Film Discussion29:58 - Reviews37:25 - Who Would You Recommend This To?42:59 - Why Is This Forgotten?44:22 - Plugs#ForgottenCinema #TheWayOfTheGun #ChristopherMcQuarrie #BeniciDelToror #RyanPhillippe #JamesCann #CrimeFilm #Thriller #00s #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #UnderratedMovies #ClassicFilms
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