The Bobby Bones Show: MOVIE MIKE – 7 Prolific Quotes from Unlikely Movies + Review of "The Running Man" + Michael Jackson Biopic Trailer Breakdown

Date: November 22, 2025
Host: Movie Mike
Podcast Network: Nashville Podcast Network (via The Bobby Bones Show)

Episode Overview

This episode of Movie Mike’s Movie Podcast, featured on The Bobby Bones Show, centers around Movie Mike’s selection of seven profound and life-changing movie quotes from unexpected films—not the typical Oscar-contending dramas, but comedies, animated films, and pop culture staples. Mike explores why these quotes resonated with him and the lessons they offer, often from places you wouldn't expect to find wisdom.

In the latter segments, Mike offers a spoiler-free review of the 2025 remake of "The Running Man" starring Glenn Powell, and navigates the highly anticipated "Michael" trailer, the new Michael Jackson biopic. The episode closes with listener feedback and a candid riff on reboot culture.

7 Prolific Quotes from Unlikely Movies

Introduction [03:19]

• Mike: “I always like finding the beauty where it’s not supposed to be. … These moments where you’re watching something and suddenly it just kind of clicks and you’re like, man, that hits kind of hard. Why did that go so deep?”
• Theme: Profound wisdom can be found in unexpected movies—comedies, cartoons, cult favorites.

1. "Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle" (2004) [05:40]

• Quote: “In the end, the universe tends to unfold as it should.”
  – Tariq (Gary Anthony Williams) [05:53]
• Why it’s notable:
  • Comforting message: Everything works out as it's meant to; ties to karma.
  • Mike reflects: “That brings me a level of comfort,” especially when facing adversity or feeling wronged.
• Lesson: Trust in the universe’s balance—what goes around comes around.

2. "Friday" (1995) [08:49]

• Quote: “You win some, you lose some, but you live. You live to fight another day.”
  – Pops (John Witherspoon) [09:15]
• Why it’s notable:
  • A lesson about non-violence and personal strength; more courage in forgiveness and resilience than in retaliation.
  • Mike’s personal take: “If more people understood that lesson, this world would be an entirely different place.”
• Lesson: Surviving hardship is its own victory; you don’t have to escalate to dangerous extremes to be strong.

3. "Twister" (1996) [12:26]

• Quote: “Things go wrong. You can’t explain it, you can’t predict it. … Stop living in the past and look at what you got right in front of you.”
  – Bill Paxton’s character [12:49]
• Why it’s notable:
  • Resonates with those struggling to move on from past trauma or grief.
  • Mike discusses nostalgia and the danger of being stuck reminiscing: “Someday, this is going to be the past that we are nostalgic about.”
• Lesson: Value the present and continue living, rather than being anchored in what’s gone.

4. "A Bug’s Life" (1998) [16:48]

• Quote: “You let one ant stand up to us, then they all might stand up… It’s not about food; it’s about keeping those ants in line.”
  – Hopper (Kevin Spacey, character voice) [16:54]
• Why it’s notable:
  • A metaphor for societal control, oppression, and the power of collective action.
  • Mike: “If we actually all came together and we’re all on the sides of wanting to see real change ... how powerful that could be.”
• Lesson: The oppressed outnumber their oppressors, and unity is strength.

5. "Road Trip" (2000) [19:38]

• Quote: “It’s supposed to be a challenge. That’s why they call it a shortcut. If it was easy, it would just be the way.”
  – Reuben [19:43]
• Why it’s notable:
  • About the illusion and risk of shortcuts in life—forging your own alternate path is sometimes harder than the traditional one.
  • Mike: “A shortcut doesn’t imply to me that a path is easy. … Because true success in achieving a goal still requires that hard work, overcoming challenges.”
• Lesson: Success is rarely a straight line; unconventional paths may be more difficult but can be more rewarding.

6. "Pokémon: The First Movie" (1998) [25:19]

• Quote: “I see now that the circumstances of one’s birth are irrelevant. It is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are.”
  – Mewtwo [25:43]
• Why it’s notable:
  • Examines free will, self-determination, and personal responsibility.
  • Mike: “It’s about the decisions you make in life and not about where you come from that actually define you.”
• Lesson: You are not bound by your origins—your actions define you.

7. "Men in Black" (1997) [29:27]

• Quote: “A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky, dangerous animals, and you know it. … Fifteen minutes ago, you knew that people were alone on this planet. Imagine what you’ll know tomorrow.”
  – Agent K (Tommy Lee Jones) [29:51]
• Why it’s notable:
  • Commentary on human nature, conformism, and the need for open-mindedness.
  • Mike: “You have to constantly adapt to a world that is changing and being provided new information. And the minute you stop learning is the minute you get left behind.”
• Lesson: Stay open to new ideas; collective ignorance is dangerous, while individuals can be wise.

Reflection and Audience Interaction [31:00]

• Mike invites listeners to share movie quotes from unlikely sources that changed their outlook.

Movie Review: "The Running Man" (2025) – Spoiler-Free

Overview [35:11]

• Film: "The Running Man" (2025 remake, starring Glenn Powell, directed by Edgar Wright)
• Remake of the Schwarzenegger/Stephen King classic; a dystopian story where the poor risk their lives on game shows for hope.

Key Thoughts & Critique

• Mike: “This is the movie that’s going to determine whether or not Glenn Powell turns into the bankable star that Hollywood wants him to be.”
• Storyline: Glenn Powell plays Ben Richards, a desperate father forced to compete in a deadly game show to provide for his sick child in a future of extreme wealth disparity.
• Praise:
  • Josh Brolin “crushes any role where he has to be a jerk” as the villain.
  • Colman Domingo brings depth to his role.
• Criticism:
  • Emotional engagement lacking: “I feel like it really failed on making me feel emotional early on… really kept me from connecting to Ben Richards as a person.”
  • Glenn Powell’s casting: “I just couldn’t really see that in him… maybe he was a little bit miscast.”
  • Action and pacing: “For a movie that ran over two hours, I never felt fully engaged… the third act was just kind of a mess.”
• Comparisons:
  • Feels similar to "The Hunger Games" and "The Long Walk" (another 2025 King adaptation), but doesn’t match their emotional depth.
  • “The Hunger Games has done those the best… both of these stories kind of said the same thing.”
• Fun Tangent:
  • Mike pitches Glenn Powell for MCU’s Cyclops: “I would die for Glenn Powell in an X Men movie as Cyclops.”

Memorable Quote:

• “In the end, this movie had all the ingredients to make a really great product, but something just fell flat in there… For The Running Man, I give it 3.5 out of 5 jumpsuits.” [45:37]

Trailer Park: Michael Jackson Biopic ("Michael")

Discussion [49:20]

• Question: “Will the Michael Jackson biopic be the first ever biopic to make a billion dollars at the box office?”
• Context:
  • Oppenheimer ($912M) and Bohemian Rhapsody ($910M) came close.
• About the Film:
  • Covers MJ’s life from childhood through death; Jafar Jackson (nephew) plays Michael.
  • Directed by Antoine Fuqua, known for “Training Day.”
  • Trailer broke viewing records: 116 million in 24 hours.
  • Could be split into two movies due to length (speculated 3.5 hour runtime).
• Praise:
  • Jafar Jackson’s uncanny portrayal: “There are moments in this trailer where you think it’s him and it looks really good.”
  • Fuqua is “a perfect person to bring this huge story to life.”
• Concerns:
  • Will the biopic address controversy and allegations? Mike thinks it must.
  • On splitting the film: “Splitting up a biopic into two movies just goes against everything that I believe in.”
• Personal anecdote:
  • Mike vividly remembers MJ’s death on his birthday in 2009: “That was a really weird birthday for me because I turned 18 years old… I might have even spent that birthday alone.”

Memorable Quote:

• “If you’re gonna make a biopic, you have to be able to get the job done in three hours.”

Listener Shout-out: Reaction to "Predator Badlands" [58:20]

• Listener Law Gault posts a scathing review on Facebook; Mike embraces the dissent and encourages fans to express opinions, even negative ones.
• Mike: “If you don’t like what Disney is doing, the easiest way to… protest is to cancel your Disney Plus… But Law, I appreciate you standing up for your beliefs.”

Notable Quotes (with Timestamps)

• “The universe tends to unfold as it should.” – Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle [05:53]
• “You win some, you lose some, but you live. You live to fight another day.” – Friday [09:15]
• “Stop living in the past and look at what you got right in front of you.” – Twister [12:49]
• "If they ever figure that out, there goes our way of life." - A Bug’s Life [16:54]
• “If it was easy, it would just be the way.” – Road Trip [19:43]
• “It is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are.” – Pokémon: The First Movie [25:43]
• “A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky, dangerous animals, and you know it... Imagine what you’ll know tomorrow.” – Men in Black [29:51]

Key Takeaways

• Profound life guidance is often hidden within unexpected, even silly films.
• Success, grief, resilience, oppression, individuality, and open-mindedness are recurring lessons.
• “The Running Man” is a decent but emotionally flat remake; Glenn Powell’s casting is scrutinized.
• The Michael Jackson biopic is positioned to be a record-breaker, but risks and controversies abound.
• Audience engagement is encouraged, with Mike open to praise and criticism alike.

For listeners who missed the episode:
Expect a journey through seven surprising sources of cinematic wisdom, a candid take on current movie trends, thoughtful reviews, and a window into movie fandom’s sometimes quirky (and opinionated) community.

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