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The V.I.D.A.D.I.F.H. Show: Terrence Malick
Terrence Malick's TREE OF LIFE recently won the Palme D'Or at Cannes and opens in theatres this friday. We asked Malickian scholar Matthew Price to examine the master's body of work in this week's Very Important Dudes And Dudettes in Film History Show
News: WATCH THIS INSTEAD - Pirates of the Caribbean 4
An exhausted Mike from thesubstream.com complains, at length, about more of the same, always the same exact same slurry of loud familiarity that is the fourth Pirates movie and suggests something to watch instead.
News: 8 Steps Walking Dead
So this is more about comic books, but I thought it could apply to movies too! So true!
HOTDOCS '11: Morgan Spurlock Interview - fueled by Steam Whistle
Rajo comes moustache to moustache with Morgan 'SUPERSIZE ME' Spurlock! The have a quick chat about branding, product placement and the like right before his new film kicked off hotDocs 2011.
HOTDOCS '11: Rajo's Diary 3- fueled by Steam Whistle Pilsner
Look at this poor kid, he's exhausted. And as a result, he's a little cranky when it comes to hotDocs' midnight movie program thing, which he says has has lots of potential yet untapped...
HOTDOCS '11: Rajo's Diary 2- fueled by Steam Whistle Pilsner
Running late for The National Parks Project meant that Rajo took in a little election doc called GNARR... fitting viewing on the eve of one of the nail-bitingest Canadian Federal elections in recent memory.
News: HOTDOCS '11 Opening Night Gala - fueled by Steam Whistler
Wow, what a party! Rajo hits this year's hotDocs' opening night gala and manages to talk to documentary filmmakers Morgan Spurlock & Michael Tucker as well as a few of the guys from FIGHTVILLE!
HOTDOCS '11: Rajo's Diary 1- fueled by Steam Whistle Pilsner
Rajo's out on the prowl, watching documentary films, meeting documentary fans, and making a daily documentary of his experiences. Check back every day this week for more updates!
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Fast Five
Mike likes what Water For Elephants gets right and recommends a Kevin Costner favourite, from back when he made really good movies. This one co-stars Darth Vader.
News: What's The Deal? SCREAM 4 Edition
Hey, are you in the dark re: Scre4m? Are you wondering why there's a number in the middle of that word? Have you ever heard of Neve Campbell? JUST WHAT IS THE DEAL WITH SCREAM 4???
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Water For Elephants
Mike likes what Water For Elephants gets right and recommends a Kevin Costner favourite, from back when he made really good movies. This one co-stars Darth Vader.
TWO MINUTE CRITIC: Blue Jays Curve Ball Editon
Our good budy and pal Dave D'amico hung out with us in the studio all week, except of course for the time he spent watching the Blue Jays take on the Yankees.
News: WATCH THIS INSTEAD - Scream 4
Scream 4, a call-back sequel to the 10+ yr. old Scream franchise is not too bad, according to Matt Brown. But if you ain't gonna go see it, he's got something for you to watch instead...
News: WATCH THIS INSTEAD - Your Highness
If you are faint of comedy heart, then stay away. But if you want to see a full-frontal-nudity Minotaur, then by all means, go see Your Highness...
REVIEW: Arthur (2010)
When you get caught between the moon and New York City, the best that you can do, is fall in love WITH THE ARTHUR REMAKE starring Russell Brand. I know, I know...
2 Minute Critic: Hanna
Rajo tries to beat the clock but just has too much good stuff to say about Hanna, the awesome new film from director Joe Wright.
2 Minute Critic: Source Code
This week's Two Minute Critic Matt Brown spills his guts re: Source Code! BRAND NEW SERIES!
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Hop
Rajo sheds some light on why you might dig this bunny tale, either way - you can't go wrong with a few other funny James Marsden suggestions.
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Sucker Punch
Zack Snyder's worst film, hands down. Watch it if you like your movies a little short on story, acting, logic, etc. Not even the cool action sequences can redeem it. Watch some vintage Gilliam instead.
News: REVIEW - Paul
Our pals Matt and Matt of the beloved MAMO podcast chime in on Paul, a movie brought to you by Simon, Nick and Greg. And they liked it!
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Limitless
While Rajo can certainly relate to Bradley Cooper's uninspired/unmotivated character in Limitless, he thinks that we can do better with our weekend viewing...
WATCH THIS INSTEAD - Battle: L.A.
Instead of watching one of the most cliché-ridden war movies of our generation (modelled after Spielberg's Saving Private Ryan), why not watch a really, really well-made documentary about the Oka crisis of 1990? Huh?
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: The Adjustment Bureau
Do NOT go see The Adjustment Bureau this weekend. Instead, watch a guy in pajamas touch baby penises for 90 minutes. Trust us, it's the better deal!
Oscar Week 2011 - WRAP UP: with Mike The Greek!
Mike 'The Greek' hangs his head in shame, as he only got 14 of his Oscar predictions right. I guess that's what happens when you trust your gut on an empty stomach... Get this man some meat, PRONTO
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Unknown
Unkown is not bad, if you think of it as a B-movie. Go in with those expectations and you probably won't be disapointed. Otherwise, it's been done before. By Roman Polanski over 20 years ago...
REVIEW: The Eagle
Our buddy Matt Brown (of MAMO fame) pops by to give us the lowdown on The Eagle, a new road trip movie about Roman soldier buddies who may or may not be gay.
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Sanctum
Sanctum is NOT directed by James Cameron, but it DOES utilize his Avatar 3D camera technology so that must mean it'll make a ton of money, even if it stinks. Right?
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: Sanctum
Sanctum is NOT directed by James Cameron, but it DOES utilize his Avatar 3D camera technology so that must mean it'll make a ton of money, even if it stinks. Right?
REVIEW: The Way Back
Good to see Peter Weir back in the saddle! Mike braves the ice and snow to bring you this review of Weir's latest, an endurance/survival drama about Russians escaping a gulag.
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: The Rite
I would kill to see Sir Anthony Hopkins, one of the best actors of our time play a role that wasn't pretty much EXACTLY like Hannibal Lector. Also, why are exorcist movies not that scary anymore?
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: No Strings Attached
Mike is shocked at how much he actually liked Ashton Kutcher's latest romantic comedy NO STINGS ATTACHED... but he credits it to a solid script, great direction by Ivan Reitman and the casting of a whole bunch of talented actresses. Check it out!
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: The Dilemma
Vince Vaughn and Kevin James in The Dilemma... hoo boy. Ron Howard hasn't tried a comedy like this since 1999's disastrous Ed TV. Mike's got another film lined up for ya though...
News: REVIEW - The Green Hornet
Something doesn't quite mesh in Michel Gondry's latest film (featuring Seth Rogan as a super-hero), but still... cool fighting and good jokes.
News: REVIEW- Another Year
Mike Leigh's new film is extremely well made, but if you're looking for space lasers, you are decidedly S.O.O.L. my friend.
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: 2010 Movie Crapfest In Review
See ya later, 2010! Mike runs off his list of the 5 worst cinematic atrocities of the past year in this, our last WTI installment of MMX! Happy New Year!
WATCH THIS INSTEAD: True Grit vs. Little Fockers
Including today there are 2 more shopping days before Christmas. Take a break from the holiday rush and go see True Grit! I heard that it's the reason for the season...
News: Our Trip to BNAT 12!
We've only just now, a week later, recovered from our amazing trip to Austin TX! Thanks, Harry! Butt-Numb-A-Thon was an absolute blast...
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