The Bobby Bones Show: Movie Mike’s Movie Podcast

Episode Date: August 30, 2025
Main Segments:

• The Untold Story & 35th Anniversary of the 1990 Ninja Turtles Movie
• Movie Review: KPop Demon Hunters
• Trailer Park: Timothée Chalamet is Marty Supreme

Episode Overview

Host Movie Mike shares an impassioned, deep-dive reflection on the legacy and lasting resonance of the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) film, recently re-released for its 35th anniversary. He shares nostalgic and critical insights on why the film endured, what modern audiences might get from it, and how personal experiences shaped his fandom. The episode continues with a lively, spoiler-free review of Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, and wraps up in the Trailer Park segment previewing Marty Supreme starring Timothée Chalamet as a ping pong legend.

1. The Untold Story of the 1990 Ninja Turtles Movie

[04:07 — 35:13]

Main Focus & Personal Experience

• Mike attended a 35th anniversary screening of TMNT (1990), fulfilling a lifelong dream of seeing it in theaters.
• Shares how the film’s influence shaped his life and discusses its unlikely journey from independent comic adaptation to box office phenomenon.
• Observations on the intergenerational appeal—kids, young adults, and older fans all together at the screening.

“For me, TMNT 1990 is a top 10 film for me. So I want to talk to you about why this movie was so influential on my life, the crazy history behind this movie and how it was an independent film based on a comic book, which is so normal to us now. But it wasn’t the case back in 1990.”
— Movie Mike [04:11]

Nostalgia, New Eyes, and Film Details

• The original film was “dark,” truer to its comic roots than later, more comedic sequels.
• TMNT’s tactile, practical effects—from animatronic turtle suits to on-set mistakes—gave it durability and a lived-in quality missing from more recent CGI-heavy reboots.
• Multiple generations bring their own context: for some, the toys and cartoon; for others, the film itself.

“There were so many things that stuck out to me more. First of all, this movie is beautifully shot as far as the composition that goes into all of these shots… And yes, there were some technical aspects that, even in the original movie, they got some things wrong... There are some parts where you see the actors inside of the costumes.”
— Movie Mike [08:36]

Emotional Depth and Themes

• TMNT isn’t just about mutant turtles fighting crime; it’s a story about parenthood, brotherhood, and acceptance.
• Splinter’s fatherly love and guidance resonates more with Mike as an adult.

“It is a story about a father figure who cares so much about his sons and just wants to see them succeed by giving them all the tools they need to be successful from every mistake that they make. Because that’s what teenagers do. They do dumb things. They don’t listen to their parents. He always shows them how much he loves them.”
— Movie Mike [12:54]

Character Breakdown

Mike gives each turtle their due—weapon, personality, and which he most identifies with.

• Leonardo: blue, katana, leader, precise, honorable
• Raphael: red, sai, hot-headed, emotional (Mike realizes as an adult he’s a Raph)
• Michelangelo: orange, nunchucks, comic relief (“Mikey” was Mike’s childhood nickname)
• Donatello: purple, bo staff, techie/nerd, strategy over flash

Top 5 Funniest Moments in TMNT (with Quotes and Timestamps)

1. Pizza Delivery Gem
   “This is a 10. The tab’s 13. You’re two minutes late, dude.”
   “Wise man say forgiveness is divine, but never pay full price for late pizza.”
   — Movie Mike [19:10]
   Explanation: The reason the Turtles love pizza is because, in the 90s, it was the only food they could have delivered anonymously.

2. Casey Jones’ “Claustrophobic” Confusion
   Casey misinterprets “claustrophobic” as a sexual reference:

   “You want a fist in the mouth? Never even looked at another guy before.”
   — Today Show Host as Casey, [17:25] Mike unpacks the layered misreading, noting its complexity went over his head as a kid and remains weirdly funny.

3. Michelangelo’s Cartoon Outburst

   “Don’t just ninja. Kick the damn rabbit. Do something!”
   — Today Show Host as Michelangelo, [18:18]

4. Impressions Contest at April’s Apartment
   Michelangelo does a Jimmy Cagney impersonation:

   “You dirty rat. You killed my brother. Must be Splinter’s favorite. It was a joke, okay?”
   — Movie Mike [19:03]

5. Pizza Offer at April’s Place

   April: “I really don’t have anything to offer you guys, except for a frozen pizza.”
   Turtles: “Let’s go for it! You said the magic word.”*
   — Danielle Fishel & Today Show Host [19:05]

Mike also notes the technical flaws: "That was one thing I did notice watching it on the big screen is how much their mouths do not align with what they are saying." [19:19]

Top 5 Emotional Moments in TMNT (with Quotes and Timestamps)

1. Casey Jones vs. Raphael Showdown

   • After Raph is insulted:

   “Come back here. I’m not finished with you... Damn.”
   — Today Show Host & Movie Mike [30:30]

   • Raphael’s repeated cries of “Damn!” become a motif for adolescent frustration throughout the film.

2. Splinter’s Campfire Vision/Love Confession

   “And always remember the true force that bind you... the same as that which brought me here tonight ...I love you all, my sons.”
   — Splinter, [26:56]; Movie Mike emotionally recalls how this mirrors his own relationship with his father [27:18]

3. Raphael Awakening From Coma

   “Raph, you’re awake.”
   “What’s a guy got to do to get some food around here?”
   — Movie Mike & Today Show Host [22:59]

4. Leo Charging Shredder in the Final Battle

   “Where’s Splinter?”
   “Ah, the rat... The sword has a name.”
   — Today Show Host & Movie Mike [24:54]
   Mike: “That emotion is what I look for in a movie. I love that so much.” [25:17]

5. Raphael’s Scream After Splinter is Captured

   • Raw rage channels the devastation of loss and adolescent anger. — [28:00]

Behind the Scenes & Movie Legacy

• TMNT shot in 40 days, $13.5 million budget, grossed over $200 million, huge hit for an indie film.
• Directed by Steve Baron, a music video veteran. TMNT was the highest-grossing independent movie until The Blair Witch Project.
• Filming struggles: heat exhaustion in costume, suit malfunctions, actor injuries (notably, Raphael’s actor breaking his nose in a trash can scene).
• The film’s enduring charm comes from practical effects, authenticity, and the feeling of “something real” missing from CGI-heavy modern reboots.

“It’s just wild to look back on TMNT 1 and think that was an independent movie, because now it is a huge franchise.”
— Movie Mike [35:06]

2. Spoiler-Free Review: KPop Demon Hunters

[38:56 — 48:54]

Movie Mike’s Take

• Animation and Style:
  “The animation alone in this movie is beautiful. It is so fluid and vibrant and so much expression in all of these characters that if you strip this movie of the voice acting of the music, it would still be a delight to watch.”
  — Movie Mike [39:05]

• Music:
  Songs from the film, especially “Golden,” make the leap from screen to real-world Billboard Hot 100 hit. Mike praises the film’s genuinely infectious soundtrack and its sing-along theatrical events.

  “All the songs in K Pop Demon Hunters are so infectious. I’m still singing ‘yo my soda pop, yo my soda pop, golden’ just has this very massive feel to it.”
  — [40:15]

• Story:

  • Follows Huntrix, a Kpop trio who battle demons while trying to maintain stardom.
  • Deftly critiques celebrity, pop pressures, fandom, and relevance in the industry, not just the usual “secret identities” angle.
  • Mike appreciates how the film balances fantasy action with a real statement about fame and burnout.

• Community at the Movies:
  Mike encourages listeners not to let lack of a movie-going companion keep them away from the experience.

  “If you are a fan of a movie and want to go see it in theaters, don’t think twice about going to the movies alone. … What you’re going to find is that most everybody keeps to themselves. Nobody second guesses it and you’re robbing yourself of that experience.”
  — [46:01]

• Final Verdict:

  “Much like Huntrix in the movie, known for their three part harmonies. This movie, to me, a great three part harmony with great music, great animation style, and a story with heart... For KPop Demon Hunters, I give it four out of five soda pops.”
  — [48:38]

3. Trailer Park: Timothée Chalamet is Marty Supreme

[52:23 — 63:47]

Are Sports Movies Making a Comeback?

• Mike predicts a new wave of non-traditional sports movies—unusual subjects, unconventional storytelling.

“We have to get away from those traditional sports and give us things that we haven’t seen done before. That is what movies are all about right now. You have to bring us novel things, things that I have not seen or witnessed with these eyeballs or told in a way that is more unconventional, that feels new.”
— Movie Mike [52:33]

Marty Supreme Overview

• Premise: Chalamet stars as Marty Supreme, an alternate version of real ping pong legend Marty Reisman. Follow his rise as a 1950s professional player in a stylized, biopic-adjacent dramedy.
• Cast: Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tyler, the Creator, Fran Drescher, and Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary.
• Director: Josh Safdie (of Safdie Brothers, Good Time, Uncut Gems).
• Oddball casting choices and unexpected subject matter make Mike curious and optimistic.

“I would never put Fran Drescher next to Tyler, the Creator, but somehow I think this is going to work.”
— Movie Mike [56:40]

Timothée Chalamet’s Oscar Hustle

• Mike notes Chalamet’s drive to win an Oscar, picking prestige directors and roles.

“He is hungry for an Oscar. He gave it his all last year, got really close playing Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, but didn’t quite get there. He is somebody who is hungry for it. He stays working, he stays busy. He picks the directors he wants to work with to get him to that goal... I truly believe he will not rest until he is up there on that stage delivering his speech, crying into the camera, saying, ‘I can’t believe it. I finally won an Oscar.’”
— Movie Mike [58:27]

Trailer Park Takeaway

Mike’s closing on the segment is whimsical, likening Safdie’s unexpected casting to Bob Ross saving a painting with a single bold brushstroke:

“All you need is that visionary, that artist like Josh Safdie, to bring all of these lovely colors together. In this case, it would be all the actors and use his camera, much like Bob Ross would, a paintbrush to create something special.”
— [57:58]

Marty Supreme opens Christmas Day 2025.

4. Listener Shout-Out & Closing Thoughts

[63:47 — 66:11]

• Mike reads a listener comment on his Weapons review, discussing genre-blending horror and deeper social commentary—echoing his appreciation for movies that reward analysis and discussion.
• Reminds listeners to check out his YouTube for individual movie reviews.

Notable Quotes & Time Stamps

• “It meant a lot to me to know if this movie would hold up for all these generations of fans or is it just going to look old and lame? But the thing that stuck out to me is after this screening, all those kids were still excited.”
  — Movie Mike on kids loving TMNT, [07:55]

• “Splinter, their father figure… is this guiding light and just tries to help people. Even when he is being beaten and starved to a bloody pulp, he is still there, trying to see the good in people and trying to do the right thing.”
  — [12:59]

• “And then they have this rival boy band come out of nowhere and they’re also secretly demons, showing you the evil side of the music industry... You’re just fighting for people’s attention. And in this case, they’re also fighting to keep their fans safe and keep the entire world safe from all these demons.”
  — On KPop Demon Hunters, [42:19]

• “Sometimes all you need is that visionary, that artist like Josh Safdie, to bring all of these lovely colors together. In this case, it would be all the actors and use his camera, much like Bob Ross would a paintbrush to create something special.”
  — On Marty Supreme, [57:59]

Summary Table of Timestamps

| Segment | Timestamp | |-----------------------------------------|---------------| | TMNT 1990 Film Deep-Dive | 04:07–35:13 | | Funniest & Most Emotional TMNT Moments | 17:25–31:00 | | TMNT Behind the Scenes | 31:00–35:13 | | KPop Demon Hunters Review | 38:56–48:54 | | Trailer Park: Marty Supreme | 52:23–63:47 | | Listener Shout-Out & Outro | 63:47–66:11 |

Key Takeaways

• The 1990 TMNT film remains resonant, not just as childhood nostalgia, but as a genuinely well-crafted, emotional, and boundary-pushing independent movie, influencing generations.
• KPop Demon Hunters is a visual and musical treat that balances fun with industry commentary, defining itself as a future classic for young fans.
• Marty Supreme looks to continue the new creative era of “sports movies,” offering an off-beat, compelling mix of prestige and playfulness with unexpected casting and Oscar ambitions.
• Movie Mike’s passion for movies as live, communal experiences (even when attending alone) permeates the entire episode.

For new listeners or those catching up, this episode is a heartfelt, perspective-shifting celebration of old favorites, new breakthroughs in animation, and the constantly evolving language of film and fandoms.