Dudes on Movies

The dudes hunt Jack the Ripper in 2001's From Hell. This take on the ripper legend proposes an elaborate royal cover up to protect the Victorian monarchy, the Freemasons, and the established class system. Just rich and powerful people doing what they do. It may not be the best movie, but it oozes atmosphere, crafts an intriguing mystery, and has some great performances from Jack Sparrow, Hagrid, and Bilbo. 

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The dudes weasel their way through society with 1975's Barry Lyndon. This listener request form Max is considered Kubrick's forgotten masterpiece. Everything about it is breathtaking and beautiful, from the lavish costumes and natural light cinematography. The story is utterly compelling as well. So if you haven't seen it yet, get on it, and acquire satisfaction.

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What movies feature the most impressive cinem...

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Episode 273 - Maurice - What are your favorite movies about repression?

Episode 274 - Funeral Parade of Roses - What are your favorite experimental movies?

Episode 275 - The Watermelon Woman - Who is your favorite independent filmmaker?

Episode 276 - Boys Don't Cry - What are your favorite tragic movie romances?

teenagers?

Episode 277 - A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: F...

The Dudes celebrate Christmas in July with 1992's The Muppet Christmas Carol! It successfully blends the emotions of the classic tale with outstanding puppetry and humor. And Michael Caine gives one of his most memorable performances. Humbug? I think not.

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What kids movies are the most enjoyable for adults?

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The dudes discover the meaning of life in 1991's City Slickers! The movie poster promises a good time with lots of laughs, but it doesn't mention the existential torment you'll have to endure. There is a cute calf though. HELLOOOO.

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What are your favorite movies about mid-life crises?

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The final entry for Pride 2025 is 1985's fun, if uneven A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 : Freddy's Revenge.  While this sequel doesn't have the gore you'd expect from the franchise, the gay subtext and 80s style keeps you returning for multiple rewatches.  Plus, it's always fun to see Marshall Bell get his for any reason.   

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What are your favorite movie sequels that focus on new characters?

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The 4th entry for Pride 2025 is 1999's incredible Boys Don't Cry.  Brandon Teena's life story is more important than ever, so please watch the film, then tune in for our discussion.

WARNING: This films contains a graphic rape scene.  We discuss it at the following time stamp which you can skip if needed - 1:24:17-1:28:57.     

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What are your favorite tragic movie romances?

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Hey Dudes! It's our second Bonus episode where we re-visit movies we covered when we originally started.  And in this Party-Sized Re-Dude, we're taking on William Friedkin's infamous Cruising!  Please stay tuned to the feed for our normal episodes, and look out for other swell upcoming bonus stuff as well.  As always, thank you so much for listening!  

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Pride 2025 rolls on with 1996's The Watermelon Woman.  Cheryl Dunye's debut from the best era of Independent American Cinema combines a narrative Romantic Comedy-Drama with a faux documentary about Hollywood History and representation.  So join The Dudes as they review both the film and the irregularities in their VHS rental account activity.    

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Who is your favorite Independent Filmmaker?

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Episode 269 - Interview With The Vampire - What are the most elegant Horror Movies?

Episode 270 - American Gangster -  What are your favorite movies about Drug Dealers?

Episode 271 - Napoleon Dynamite - What are your favorite movies about awkward teenagers?

Episode 272 - Beyond the Valley of the Dolls - What are the trashiest movies you've enjoyed multiple times?

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The Dudes get experimental with 1969's Funeral Parade of Roses. Equal parts surreal, profound, and beautiful, this film is entirely unpredictable, and deliberately makes a strong stance that being gay or trans is entirely normal no matter what you think about it. It's weird and lovely and you will never forget it.

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What are your favorite experimental movies?

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Pride 2025 kicks off with class and panache with 1987's Maurice, a Merchant-Ivory joint full of wit and sophistication.  This tale of repression in early 20th Century England will both move you and outrage you, sometimes within the same scene.  We've come a long way, and yet much of this movie that takes place in 1910 will still feel unfortunately modern.  

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What are your favorite movies about repression?

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The Dudes discover sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll in 1970's Beyond the Valley of the Dolls. Written by Roger Ebert and directed by Russ Meyer, this debauched trip towards fame and fortune not only glamorizes late 60's counter culture, it satirizes Hollywood conventions of the era. This is our happening and it freaks us out!

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What are the trashiest movies you've enjoyed multiple times?

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Episode 265 - Planet of the Apes - What are your favorite Sci-Fi films with deeper meanings?

Episode 266 - Lost In Translation -  What are the most cathartic moments in Cinema?

Episode 267 - Chinatown - What are your favorite cinematic detective stories?

Episode 268 - The Legend of Drunken Master - What are your favorite movie fight scenes?

Episode 264 - Blue Vel...

Vote for The Dudes, and all your wildest dreams will come true with 2004's Napoleon Dynamite.  This endearing comedy about awkwardness and orange perms resonated with audiences, because even with all the hijinks, it was grounded enough to feel completely authentic. You wanna play us?  

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What are your favorite movies about awkward teenagers?

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The Dudes fight 1970's NYC crime and corruption in 2007's American Gangster. Watch Denzel as he recruits his family, cuts out the middle man, and take over the drug trade. All while Russell Crowe tries to figure it out and deal with his personal problems. Josh Brolin rounds out the cast with an unforgettable performance as the despicable Det. Trupo. Have a nice fuckin' trip back to Jersey.

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What are your favo...

Join The Dudes for the first edition of Director's Corner, a special new series where we cover the life and work of legendary filmmakers.  And who better to begin such a series with than the great Steven Spielberg? Don't miss this one everybody, and get ready for more!

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Drink from The Dudes and live forever with 1994's Interview With The Vampire.  This adaptation of the first entry from Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles was long-awaited, and with a few exceptions, mostly lived up to fan expectations.  It's a sumptuous good time featuring elegant costumes and music, along some of the best hair in Cinema History.  Now, we're hungry, and the city awaits.    

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What are the most ele...

The Dudes get wasted and fight evil businessmen in 2000's The Legend of Drunken Master! This Jackie Chan vehicle combines some of his most exciting fight sequences with an important plot and lots of humor. It released in the 2000s, was made in the 90s, but feels like the 80s. Grab yourself a drink and check it out!

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What are your favorite movie fight scenes?

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