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The Binge
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This is The Binge, an Inside Fandom podcast devoted to the best things this world has to offer: Alcohol and Movies. 🍺 🍿
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Punisher: War Zone — The Punisher Goes Full Grindhouse | The Binge
2w ago01:31:25Tap to summarizehis week on The Binge, we revisit Punisher: War Zone — the 2008 reboot that traded slow-burn revenge for exploding heads, broken bones, and one of the most unapologetically violent comic-book movies ever made. We break down Ray Stevenson's take on Frank Castle, whether this is the closest any movie has come to capturing the brutal, comic-book version of The Punisher, and why the film's over-the-top violence has helped it build a cult following over the years. Plus, we discuss Dominic West's scenery-chewing Jigsaw, the movie's grimy grindhouse style, Lexi Alexander's direction, and whether Punisher: War Zone is a misunderstood gem or an absolute mess. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise. 🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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The Punisher (2004) — Was This the Best Punisher Movie? | The Binge
3w ago01:37:37Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we take a look at The Punisher — the 2004 Marvel adaptation that gave Frank Castle a new face, a new origin, and a very different kind of revenge story. We break down whether Thomas Jane was the right choice to play Frank Castle, whether this version of the character ever truly feels like The Punisher, and why the movie leans more into a slow-burn revenge thriller than the brutal comic-book action fans may have expected. Plus, we discuss John Travolta's villain, the film's strange mix of serious trauma and goofy moments, the infamous popsicle torture scene, and how this movie compares to Dolph Lundgren's 1989 version. We debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise. 🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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The Punisher (1989) — Marvel's Forgotten Movie | The Binge
4w ago01:18:18Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we revisit The Punisher — the 1989 Marvel action movie starring Dolph Lundgren as Frank Castle, years before the MCU turned comic-book films into Hollywood's biggest genre. We break down what works, what doesn't, and why this version of The Punisher has become one of Marvel's most forgotten movies. Plus, we discuss Lundgren's brutal take on Frank Castle, the missing skull logo, the movie's strange Yakuza storyline, its gritty '80s action style, and how it compares to the later Punisher films and shows. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise. 🍸 The Binge's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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Jackass: Best and Last — Was There Really One More Jackass Movie Left? | The Binge
Jul 701:02:10Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we dig into Jackass: Best and Last — the final chapter in the Jackass franchise and a farewell to the original crew's decades-long run of painful stunts, disgusting pranks, and complete chaos. We break down whether this final collection of footage works as a proper sendoff, what separates it from Jackass Forever, and whether there was still enough left in the tank for one last round. Plus, we discuss the legacy of Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Wee Man, Chris Pontius, and the rest of the crew, the moments that did not make the theatrical cut, and why Jackass has endured far longer than anyone probably expected. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise. 🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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Jackass Forever — A Triumphant Return or One Movie Too Many? | The Binge
Jun 3001:16:33Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we revisit Jackass Forever — the long-awaited reunion that brought Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Wee Man, Chris Pontius, and the gang back together for another round of outrageous stunts, painful pranks, and absolute insanity. We break down what worked, what surprised us, and whether the franchise still had enough left in the tank after more than a decade away. Plus, we discuss the introduction of the new cast, the absence of Bam Margera, and whether Jackass Forever successfully balances nostalgia with a fresh generation of chaos. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise. 🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa — Why Was This Nominated For An Oscar?! | The Binge
Jun 2301:24:44Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we revisit Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa — the hidden-camera road comedy that somehow became the weirdest mainstream success of the Jackass franchise. We break down what works, what doesn't, and whether Bad Grandpa succeeds as more than just another collection of gross-out pranks. Plus, we talk about Johnny Knoxville's surprisingly committed performance, the emotional core hiding underneath the insanity, and the absolutely bizarre reality that this movie received an Academy Award nomination. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise.🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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Jackass 3D — The Best Use Of 3D Ever Made | The Binge
Jun 1601:16:21Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we revisit Jackass 3D — the movie that weaponized 3D technology for flying dildos, exploding toilets, and pure cinematic stupidity. We break down what works, what doesn't, and whether Jackass 3D was actually the perfect use of the short-lived 3D movie craze. Plus, we talk about the franchise evolving with bigger budgets, slow-motion stunt cinematography, the danger of escalating the chaos, and why these movies somehow became genuine theatrical events. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise.🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
Transcribe →Steven Spielberg Movie Ranking — His 10 Best Films of All Time | The Chaser
Jun 1201:46:34Tap to summarizeThis week on The Chaser, we rank the 10 best films directed by Steven Spielberg — from groundbreaking blockbusters to some of the most emotional and influential movies ever made. We debate the masterpieces, the overrated picks, the hidden gems, and the films that completely changed Hollywood forever. Plus, we talk about Spielberg's unmatched impact on modern cinema, the evolution of his filmmaking across decades, and whether any director has ever balanced blockbuster entertainment and prestige storytelling as successfully as he has. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the filmography.🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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Jackass Number Two — How Did Nobody DIE Making This? | The Binge
Jun 901:07:39Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we revisit Jackass Number Two — the sequel that somehow doubled down on the pain, danger, and complete insanity of the original. We break down what works, what doesn't, and whether this is secretly the peak of the entire Jackass franchise. Plus, we talk about the escalation of the stunts, the friendship at the center of the chaos, the gross-out humor that pushed audiences to their limits, and why these movies weirdly became comfort viewing for an entire generation. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise.🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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Jackass: The Movie — The Dumbest Movie Ever Made? | The Binge
Jun 201:20:52Tap to summarizeThis week on The Binge, we revisit Jackass: The Movie — the insane stunt comedy that somehow turned chaos, pain, and stupidity into one of the biggest cultural movements of the 2000s. We break down what works, what doesn't, and whether Jackass still holds up in a completely different internet era. Plus, we talk about MTV culture, Knoxville becoming an unlikely movie star, the franchise's influence on YouTube and modern creators, and why audiences connected so deeply with a bunch of idiots hurting themselves on camera. They debate, laugh, and argue — all while raising a glass (or more) of their favorite alcoholic beverage and toasting to cinema… and to surviving the franchise.🍸 The Binge Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/TheBingePodcast/ Joshua Ryan's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/MrMovieGuy86/
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