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Seen any good movies lately? Your Modern Classics podcast hosts sure have!Join Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney-Thomas as they take a closer look at movies released from the year 2000 to the present and try to determine which have been the best of recent history.Each episode they will pit two movies against one another to find out which films will make the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. Tune in to find out which of your favorites will make the list and learn more about some of the classics you might have missed.
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- 1 weeks ago3h 16m
Don't Prometheus Up
Prometheus vs. Don't Look UpIt's a battle of the nerds as we explore the 2000's "Science Community" film canon. For this episode we bring you a high minded franchise reboot and a wacky comedy that carries a serious warning. Will either movie make the Greatest Films of The 21st Century List? Which host will win? Curious? If so join us as we suck down some alien goo, turn on the news and ignore the handsome scientist. Remember to follow, rate, and review! Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastWatch AlongPrometheus (Peacock) Don't Look Up (Netflix)Follow Mike on Letterboxd@ChadMichaelMann
- 3 weeks ago1h 3m
100 Films: A Retrospective
Prequel Episode - 100 Films : A Retrospective Today we celebrate a landmark with 100 films covered! Join us as we look back at the highs and lows of creating the Modern Classics Greatest Films of the 22 Century List. There's jokes, there's music, there's celebrity voicemails. Check out the episode and remember to rate, review and follow the show!Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastFollow Mike on Letterboxd@ChadMichaelMann
- Aug 20, 20263h 50m
I, Herobot
I, Robot vs. Hero We are back in the battle arena with two "Summer Action" movies. The Will Smith lead "I, Robot" was not exactly what we expected and left us with many questions like; What kind of hat is that anyways? or Did Elon Musk watch this one too many times? Then it's the martial arts epic "Hero" . We had a thrill uncovering this somewhat forgotten Jet Li gem. Tune in to find out if either film makes the Greatest Films of The 21st Century List! Hosted By Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastWatch AlongHellboy (Netflix) Mad Max: Fury Road (rental)Follow Mike on Letterboxd@ChadMichaelMann
- Aug 13, 20261h 39m
The Odyssey, Backrooms (again), Kendell's Questions
Prequel Episode #49 This episode we dig into what we have been watching recently. Now that we both have had chance to see "Backrooms" it was time to revisit the conversation. Then its time to talk the year's most anticipated film "The Odyssey". We round out the show with "Kendell's Questions" which gives us a chance to dive deeper into the theme of previously covered films. Please rate, review and follow the show. Hosted By: Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastFollow Mike on Letterboxd@ChadMichaelMann
- Aug 6, 20263h 14m
The Girl Under The Shadow
The Girl With all The Gifts (2016) vs. Under The Shadow (2016)Woah! It's time to battle again! This week the category is "Supernatural Terror" and our double features offers two very different movies. " The Girl With all The Gifts" is a Netflix released independent zombie film with a fungal element akin to "The Last of Us". While "Under The Shadow" gives us a good old fashioned haunting with a historical and cultural twist. This episode is a teeth chattering fright not be missed! Come listen as these two pictures go head to head for a spot on the Modern Classics Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. Please rate, review, and follow. Hosted By: Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastWatch Along:The Girl With All The Gifts (Tubi)Under The Shadow (Netflix)
- Jul 27, 20261h 39m
Prequel Episode - Maddy's Secret, Kendell's Questions
Come tune in for this weeks Prequel Episode. Today is all about Kendell's Questions. Join us as we dig into ; conspiracy theories, aliens, Jeff Bridges AI promotion and more! Also look below for links to some great docs we discuss available on Youtube. Remember to rate, review and follow! Hosted by : Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Watch Along: Earth's Greatest Enemy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgJyutPe_QwSide By Side https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jx_cbuXgO0Matrix Revisited https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Homl2AuhXCIFollow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastFollow Mike on Letterboxd@ChadMichaelMann
- Jul 16, 20263h 2m
Serenishine
Serenity (2005) vs Sunshine (2007) Todays battle category is "Spacecrafts". First in the match up is "Serenity" directed by the disgraced Joss Whedon. The movie is a Star Wars style romp based on the hit series "Firefly" . Then its Danny Boyle's Sci-fi epic "Sunshine". Will either film score 8 Stars and be added to the Greatest Films of The 21 Century List? Feel free to find out by staring directly at the Sun while you listen. Please rate, review, and follow the show! Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastWatch Along;Serenity (Prime)Sunshine (Rent Anywhere) Follow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMann
- Jul 9, 20261h 23m
Prequel Episode- I Love Boosters, Disclosure Day, Backrooms & More
We cover a lot of ground in this episode. First we settle some ties on our Greatest Films of The 21 Century List. Then its a look at recent releases. We close out the show with a round of A24 Questions and still had time to talk about the Longlegs & Weapon sequels, the Scary Movie Franchise, and so much more. Remember to rate, review and follow the show!Hosted by Mike Evans & Kendell Sweeney-Thomas Follow on Instagram & TikTok @modernclassicspodcastFollow Mike on Letterboxd @ChadMichaelMann
About Modern Classics Podcast
Seen any good movies lately? Your Modern Classics podcast hosts sure have!Join Mike Evans and Kendell Sweeney-Thomas as they take a closer look at movies released from the year 2000 to the present and try to determine which have been the best of recent history.Each episode they will pit two movies against one another to find out which films will make the Greatest Films of the 21st Century List. Tune in to find out which of your favorites will make the list and learn more about some of the classics you might have missed.
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