This week, we’re discussing Zach Cregger's Resident Evil. We discuss the film’s nervous and completely out-of-his-depth hero, its effective early scares, gruesome creature designs, and the clever ways it recreates the feeling of actually playing a survival-horror video game. We also talk about the film differs from the others in the long running franchise

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This week on Movie Postmortem, we’re dissecting 2002’s The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. We talk about Gollum as a landmark visual-effects character, Andy Serkis’ performance, the massive Battle of Helm’s Deep, and how the film expands the story with new characters.

We also get into Aragorn and Arwen’s very complicated age gap, whether Gimli’s increased comic relief works, and, why we think you need to watch the extended version of this film.

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In this episode, we begin our journey through Middle-earth with The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, Peter Jackson’s popular adaptation that set a new standard for fantasy filmmaking. We discuss the incredible cinematography, Howard Shore’s unforgettable score, the practical effects, and how the movie makes us care about a huge cast of characters embarking on an increasingly dangerous quest. Tune in as we identify our Causes of Celebration and talk about our favorite memes from the film!

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In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we review Novocaine, the action-comedy that asks a simple question: What if a guy who couldn’t feel pain had to rescue the woman he loves?

We discuss Jack Quaid’s performance as Nate, a cautious bank employee living with congenital insensitivity to pain, and how the movie cleverly establishes all the little precautions required to keep him safe in everyday life. We also talk about Amber Midthunder’s Sherry, the film’s surprisingly effective romantic-comedy opening, and the moment everything takes a turn.

Tune in to hear what we think this film about bumps and bruises needed to fix!

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In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we review Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained, a bloody, deliberately provocative, and surprisingly funny revenge Western set in the backdrop of American slavery.

We discuss Christoph Waltz’s charismatic Dr. King Schultz, Jamie Foxx’s transformation from enslaved man to bounty hunter as Django, and Samuel L. Jackson's unforgettable Stephen.

We also talk about the racial tension that is present throughout the film, Tarantino’s ability to make horrific violence and absurd comedy coexist in the same scene, and how the film constantly exposes the grotesque logic of the world its characters inhabit.

Tune in as we discuss one of Tarantino’s most popular films!

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In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we return to Forks for Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 1, where Bella and Edward finally get married, have their honeymoon, and learn what happens if you never had sex ed classes in school.

We discuss some surprisingly well shot scenes, Jacob's multiple embarrassing moments, and the major theme that this script handled poorly.

Join us for our plot run-down as we discuss how matrimony, melodrama, and a monstrous pregnancy collide in the fourth film of this franchise.

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In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we revisit The Mummy (1999), the blockbuster that gave us ancient curses, flesh-eating scarabs, and perhaps one of the best casts ever assembled on-screen.

We discuss Fraser’s perfect combination of action-hero charisma and comedy, Rachel Weisz’s endlessly charming Evelyn Carnahan, and a supporting cast packed with memorable characters like Jonathan, Beni, Ardeth Bay, and Imhotep himself. We also discuss the film’s impressive practical sets and stunt work, the CGI that hasn’t survived quite as gracefully, and why Imhotep’s resurrection still produces some genuinely cool imagery.

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In this episode of Movie Postmortem, we review Black Dynamite (2009), one of the funniest and smartest spoof films ever made. More than just a parody, the film lovingly recreates the look, feel, and wonderfully rough edges of 1970s blaxploitation cinema.

We discuss the films and actors that inspired the movie, why Michael Jai White's performance is so incredibly layered, and how Black Dynamite manages to celebrate blaxploitation while hilariously poking fun at its tropes.

We talk about our favorite moments, Black Dynamite's legendary one-liners, and one of the most ridiculous conspiracy plots ever put on film.

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