Down The Hall

So now that the Oscars are here, you heard about all of the Best Picture Nominees but are any of them actually worth seeing?? We still aim to help you save time and "Take Back Movie Night" but this time it is through the lens of ranking the Best Picture Nominees 10-1 (there were 9 but we cheated and added 1....shhh). Also, we asked YOU what your "favorite movie of 2017 was that DID NOT get nominated." In this episode you will hear us reference several interviews we have done including Kurt Braunohler (The Big Sick), Hayden Szeto (The Edge of 17), and Paul Walter Hauser (I, Tonya). You can find those older epsiodes in our library and be sure to look for next weeks episode which is an interview with Sam Humphrey of The Greatest Showman!

Thanks to Jameson from Portland, the guys were able to watch and choose "Band of Robbers" as the Movie Night Pick of the Week! It is a DEEP Netflix find which is what Down the Hall is all about! Also in this episode it's Rodney vs Lyndon in "Band or Gang?" Plus we discuss YOUR answers to "Hollywood Bromances." 2015 - PG-13 - Comedy, Action Starring: Kyle Gallner, Adam Nee, Matthew Gray Gubler, Hannibal Burres Director: The Nee Brothers iMDB: 6.0 Rotten Tomatoes: 77%

In the mood for an interesting story? How about a small idea from a 15-year-old in Iowa followed by an innocent conversation over breakfast ultimately leading to the creation of a film sporting 13 Oscar nominations including Best Picture! Jump on into this conversation with Daniel Kraus, Co-Author of "The Shape of Water" who birthed the idea that became the blockbuster film directed by Guillermo Del Toro. You can find out more about Daniel at www.danielkraus.com

In this episode the guys talk through "I Love You Man" as the Movie Night pick of the week! It's a quote-driven, hilarious film dealing with the awkwardness of adult friendship. We also give a movie to avoid and ask YOU the question, "Who would be your celebrity groomsmen/bridesmaids?" 2009 - R - Comedy Starring: Paul Rudd, Jason Segel, Rashida Jones, Jon Favreau Director: John Hamburg iMDB: 7.0 Rotten Tomatoes: 83%

What's better than 3 guys discussing a Romantic/Drama that was highly controversial upon its release? 3 guys discussing a Romantic/Drama that was highly controversial upon its release AND partaking in a Game of Thrones themed quiz! Hop on in as the guys help you Take Back Movie Night with "Me Before You" Starring: Emelia Clarke, Sam Claflin Director: Thea Sharrock Where to Find: Amazon Prime iMDB: 7.4 Rotten Tomatoes: 57%

In this episode, Paul Walter Hauser who plays Shawn Eckhardt in the Oscar-nominated "I, Tonya" joins the show! Listen in as he talks backstage stories, the challenges of portraying a real-life person, and a story of when he was momentarily Margot Robbie's real-life bodyguard!

Join us this week as we talk through the first ever Netflix original film to be discussed for Best Picture. Also, we play “Would you rather” with the listeners! 2017 - R - Historical Drama Starring: Garrett Hedlund, Carey Mulligan, Jason Clarke, Jonathan Banks, Rob Morgan, Mary J. Blige, Jason Mitchell Director: Dee Rees IMDb: 7.5 Rotten Tomatoes: 96%

A Movie Night pick, a movie to avoid, and picking a champion for a movie character shootout. A fun, witty, banter-filled film leading to a fun, witty, banter-filled episode! Action, Comedy, Drama - R - 2016 Starring: Armie Hammer, Brie Larson, Sharlto Copley, Cillian Murphy Director: Ben Wheatley Where to Find It: Amazon Prime Jump on in to a quick, spoiler-free discussion about "Free Fire", and action comedy that we think is definitely worth your Movie Night! Also in this episode we get YOUR answers for "Which movie character would you pick in a gun fight?"

Trust us! A 98% Rotten Tomatoes score and Rodney's first 10! Animation, Comedy, Drama - PG-13 - 2016 Starring: Nick Offerman, Ellen Page (English version) Director: Claude Barras Where to Find It: Netflix Take back Movie Night with this incredible film, My Life as a Zucchini. Don't let the title chase you away! Take our word for it and give this a try. It has extremely high scores from the critics, the general public, and the guys of Down the Hall! Also in this episode, what are YOUR most anticipated movies of 2018?

This episode had Chet in tears laughing as he edited it. Action, Drama, Fantasy - PG-13 - 2017 Starring: Will Smith, Joel Edgerton, Noomie Rapace Director: David Ayers Where to Find: Netflix (Original) In this episode, the guys help you take back Movie Night with this extremely unique film. They also ask the question "Who would YOUR fantasy buddy cop be?" Lots and lots of laughs as Sean Connery himself makes a surprise appearance!

Comedy, Romance - PG-13 - 2006 Starring: Kate Winslett, Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, Jack Black Director: Nancy Meyers Where to FInd: Amazon Prime We hope your Christmas weekend went well and that you are ready to take on the week leading up to New Years with another festive Movie Night pick! We take a look at "The Holiday" and then go through a list of TERRIBLE Christmas movies to find out which ones Rodney would give a "thumbs up" or "thumbs down" to. Lastly, Lyndon and Chet debate Star Wars: The Last Jedi with Rodney doing his darndest to moderate.

Comedy, Drama, Family - PG - 1994 Starring: Tim Allen Director: John Pasquin Where to Find It? Netflix Let's just jump right in to the Holiday spirit! In this one the guys take a peak at The Santa Clause which they consider to be a Holiday classic. Also, 2 movies to avoid, "Favorite Holiday Movies", and Rodney tries to stump Chet with Star Wars trivia with the help of a listener!

Year 1 is in the books! Listen in as Chet and Rodney tell the untold truth of the FIASCO that was the Rob Burnett interview. Also, they guys recap all of the movies and many guests from the past year. Make sure you stick around for the end because there is a MAJOR announcement that will impact the future of the show!

What do our "Movie Night Pick of the Week" (Creep) and 2016's Best Picture Winner (Moonlight) have in common? Would you believe us if we said it had to do with a killer pig? In this very special episode, the guys interview Patrick Brice, Director and Co-Star of "Creep" which also stars Mark Duplass. Creep is the "Movie Night Pick of the Week" but it almost never happened! Listen in about how not only Creep, but 2016 Best Picture Winner "Moonlight" share roots in a quickly forgotten horror movie about a killer pig, and how Patrick's involvement spurred him on to success.

Drama - R - 2014 Starring: John Boyega, Rotimi, Glen Plummer Director: Mailk Vitthal Where to Find It: Netflix (Netflix Original) Want to hear Rodney and Chet talk about drugs? Surprisingly yes, right? In this episode, the guys take on Imperial Dreams, a Netflix Original that is worth your Movie Night! Also in this episode, a "Movie to Avoid", Rodney plays "Name-That-Drug", and we talk through the topic of "Movies with actors/actresses from the new Star Wars films."

A movie that's hard to talk about it without spoiling it! We tell you our thoughts as to why The Prestige is the Movie Night pick of the week, but we mix in a lot of other things as well. Conversations about magicians, Rodney's high school reunion, Bale vs Jackman, 2006: a year in review, and movies with insane twists. 2006 - R - Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi Starring: Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Michael Caine, Scarlett Johannson Director: Christopher Nolan Where to Find: Netflix

Just curious....Has Rodney seen Twilight? 2014 - R - Suspense, Mystery, Thriller, Sci-Fi Starring: Ethan Hawke, Sarah Snook, Noah Taylor Director: Michael and Peter Spierig Where to Find? Amazon Prime In this episode the guys discuss a GREAT Amazon Prime find, Predestination. Ethan Hawke anchors this "time travel" movie that has multiple twists that are sure to leave you thinking long after you watch. He's joined by Sarah Snook who plays both a man and a woman in this and does a phenomenal job. Also, the guys talk about a "Movie to Avoid" and the question, "Would you rather talk to your past self or future self?" Let us know what you think!

In today's show, we talk about Hollywood's top stars! ...no wait, that's not true. At one point it might have seemed like they were big stars, but those days are long gone. In the episode, we reminisce about their stardom, talk about where it all went wrong and assign a percentage chance of them resurging as celebrities. Below is the list - let us know your thoughts: www.downthehallpodcast.com 10. Taylor Lautner - Twilight 9. Alicia Silverstone - Clueless 8. Ellen Page - Juno 7. Jason Biggs - American Pie 6. Josh Hartnett - Lucky Number Slevin 5. Lindsay Lohan - Mean Girls 4. Hayden Christiansen - Star Wars 3. Brendan Fraser - The Mummy 2. Jon Heder - Napoleon Dynamite 1. Mark Hamill - Star Wars

Chet with 2 embarrassing stories, zombie ants, lots and lots of "candy" talk, a movie to avoid, and of course a Movie Night pick of the week. 2016 - R - Suspense, Drama, Horror Starring: Glenn Close, Gemma Arterton, Paddy Considine, Semiia Nuanu Director: Colm McCarthy Where To Find: Amazon Prime In this episode the guys talk through The Girl With All the Gifts (Free on Amazon Prime), a zombie movie for those who are sick of zombie movies. Also, zombie ants? Chet being a mess, and favorite/least favorite candy for Halloween!

2016 - PG - Animation, Adventure, Comedy Starring: Ginnfer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Idris Elba Director: Byron Howard, Rich Moore, Jared Bush The guys take on their first "Family Movie" based on the recommendation of a listener. Zootopia is one of the better animated films from the last two years and a lot of fun to talk through! Chet and Rodney also take personality quizzes to see what animals they would be. As always, join the conversation. This week is "What is Your Favorite Family Film of the Last 5 Years?"