Drinks and a Movie

Drinks and a Movie

Discussions of various films old and new over drinks. Find us on Intagram @drinksandamoviepod where we'll be posting stills from the movies we discuss as well as what we drink. Contact us through instagram or drinksandamoviepod@gmail.com Please subscribe, rate, review, and thanks for listening.

Episodes

October 20, 2025 30 mins
Carissa and I break the seal on Frey Ranch 100% Oat Whiskey and discuss Scream 4.
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Carissa and I review Scream 3 and I break the seal on an EH Taylor Straight Rye, courtesy of Canyon City Liquor in Azusa. Cheers!
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I break the seal on the new Jack Daniels Heritage Barrel and Carissa joins me to discuss Scream 2.
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Going solo today to do a quick review of the new horror film, Good Boy, starring Indy the dog. I also break the seal on the brand new Sagamore Spirit 10 year old rye whiskey. Cheers!
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FOr the next couple weeks Carissa will be co-hosting to discuss all of th Scream movies. She somehow has never seen them before so this should be a fun rewatch. Of course we're starting with the Wes Craven classic that started it all, Scream from 1996. 

I'm finally able to drink whiskey again so I'm celebrating with a Four Roses 2024 limited Edition Small Batch.

Here's the stats:
Proof: 108.2
Age: Blend of 12, 15, 16, and 20 year old b...
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September 24, 2025 26 mins
Carissa and I start off this Halloween season with Event Horizon. This is a childhood favorite of hers but my first time watching. Cheers!
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September 15, 2025 24 mins
In this episode of Drinks and a Movie, I'm reviewing First Blood (1982), the film that introduced the world to John Rambo, and compare it to David Morrell’s 1972 novel that inspired it. We’ll look at how the movie streamlined and reshaped the source material, why Stallone’s performance became iconic, and how the book’s darker, more complex themes differ from the Hollywood version. Along the way, I’ll talk about the production histo...
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September 5, 2025 15 mins
Set over the course of twelve hours in the Bunker Hill district of Los Angeles, The Exiles follows a group of young Native American men and women who have relocated from reservations to the city as part of mid-20th-century federal relocation programs. The film depicts their lives in bars, pool halls, and streets, exploring themes of alienation, searching for identity, and longing for home. With a cinéma vérité style, The Exiles sho...
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Carissa returns to the show to discuss John Carpenters Village of the Damned from 1995. I've been recovering from a long stretch of illness so no drink review on this one unfortunately.
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The James Bond talk isn't over yet! I invite my friend and frequent guest Matt Lackey back to the show to discuss Licence to Kill, the 16th film in the Eon Productions Bond series and Timothy Daltons 2nd and Final outing as the 007 character.

I love this movie and wanted to chat about it with someone who hasn't seen all the Bond movies. What would their reaction being to seeing Daltons portrayal for the first time in a post Daniel C...
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This week for the Movies that Turn 30 in 2025 wew're disucssing John Carpenter's In The Mouth Of Madness starring Sam Neil. Before reviewing the movie I break the seal on the new Wild Turkey 101 aged 8 years and even compare it with the Jimmy Russell 70th anniversary release of 8 year old 101.
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In this episode of drinks and a movie podcast I’m ranking every single James Bond opening title song—From Russia with Love to No Time To Die. We’re talking Shirley Bassey, Paul McCartney, Adele, Billie Eilish, and everyone in between.. I’m sipping on a bold Elijah Craig Single Barrel store pick from Canyon City Liquor in Azusa, CA—a rich, spicy bourbon with deep caramel and oak notes as well as a hint of cream of wh...
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In this week’s episode of Drinks and a Movie, we’re heading into the shadowy, hard-boiled streets of Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez’s 2005 neo-noir masterpiece, Sin City. We break down the film’s bold visual style, interweaving storylines, and unforgettable characters while sipping on something just as bold—Maker’s Mark newest wood finishing series “The Keepers Release”. 
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We’re back with another entry in our Movies That Turn 30 in 2025 series!
This time, Matt Lackey and I dive into Pixar’s groundbreaking classic, Toy Story—the film that forever changed animation and launched a franchise (and plenty of tears).

To pair with this nostalgic rewatch, we’re trying Hardin’s Creek Golden Origins Corn Whiskey from Jim Beam's experimental Hardin’s Creek line. This limited release features a bold mashbill of 80%...
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I’ve officially completed my journey through all 25 Eon-produced James Bond films, and now it’s time to rank them all from worst to best! From Sean Connery’s iconic debut in Dr. No, to Daniel Craig’s emotional finale in No Time To Die, I break down my personal rankings of every official 007 film. This video is a companion piece to my Drinks and a Movie Podcast, where I recently finished a full James Bond series—wat...
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This week Malia joins the show once again! We're discussing Jumanji from 1995 and try out one of the newest releases from Nelson's Greenbrier. This is their 8 year old Tennessee Rye whiskey coming in at 90 proof. We try it side by side with Nelson Bros Rye to see which one comes out on top. We also dive into the father son dynamics of Jumanji and more. Listen to hear if this movie holds up for us. Cheers!
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It’s the end of the line for Daniel Craig’s Bond — and the final pour in our 007 series. In Episode 25, I’m closing out my James Bond retrospective with a deep dive into No Time to Die (2021) — a bold, emotional, and divisive conclusion to the Daniel Craig era. With high stakes, stunning visuals, and a shocking farewell, this film redefines what it means to be 007.

To mark the occasion, I’m pairing the film with a pour of Jack Danie...
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We've arrived at the penultimate James Bond film! Spectre (2015) — the long-awaited return of Ernst Stavro Blofeld. To match the sleek and brooding energy of Spectre, I’m pouring a glass of Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon — a bold, refined whiskey with depth and character that perfectly complements this shadowy Bond adventure.
If you're a fan of Bond films, bourbon, or both, this episode is a smooth ride through high-stakes espionage ...
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This week on Drinks and a Movie, Carissa joins me and we dive into the long-awaited return to the rage virus universe with 28 Years Later! Join us as we break down the next chapter in Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s post-apocalyptic saga. Does it live up to the legacy of 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later? We’re talking new characters, shocking twists, and the state of horror in 2025. Whether you're a longtime fan of the franchise or ...
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In this episode of Drinks and a Movie, we're diving into the intense, blood-soaked world of 28 Weeks Later — the terrifying sequel to 28 Days Later that cranks up the chaos, suspense, and infected rage. Directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, this 2007 horror-thriller expands the universe of the Rage Virus outbreak with brutal efficiency, nerve-wracking action, and unforgettable imagery. We break down the film’s opening sequence (one ...
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