They're Just Movies

They're Just Movies

Author: Carpool Critics Language: English Episodes: 160
Ever find yourself leaving the theater or turning off a streaming service with a head full of thoughts and no one to hash them out with? That’s the exact feeling They're Just Movies captures and bottles up every week. Hosted by the friends behind Carpool Critics, this podcast feels like pulling up a chair at a lively, sometimes chaotic, table where the only rule is a shared love for film. The conversations are deep dives, not dry lectures, fueled by the kind of enthusiasm only true nerds can muster. Expect spoilers as a matter of course-they’re diving into the endings, the plot twists, and the character arcs because that’s where the real conversation lives. It’s less about delivering a formal verdict and more about the joy of unpacking what worked, what didn’t, and why it all matters. You’ll hear the laughter, the friendly disagreements, and the genuine passion that comes from people who truly love talking about cinema. Whether it’s a brand-new blockbuster or a beloved classic, the discussion is always accessible, unpretentious, and rooted in the simple idea that these are stories to be experienced and debated, not just consumed. Tune in for a regular dose of that post-movie chat you’ve been missing.
Episodes
Cats - does the Butthole Cut exist? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:59
You guys win, OK? We're doing Cats, the 2019 movie based on the musical. FYI James cries in this episode.
Onward - OK Pixar, you got me. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:13
There's only one thing David loves more than James Bond, and that's Pixar... but is Onward up to snuff? Oh, and here's David's spreadsheet of all his Pixar movie ratings lol: shorturl.at/gLSYZ Tweet at us @CarpoolCritics…
Contagion - Featuring Linus from LTT! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:18
David is at home in COVID19 self-isolation, so what better time to have Linus on to talk about the year's most viral video, Contagion?! Yell at us on Twitter @CarpoolCritics !!
Casino Royale - Why do people like James Bond? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:10
Turns out one of us is a Bond nut (weird, I know). And since the new 007 movie's been delayed, why not revisit the one where Bond gets tortured naked? Tweet your recommendations and personal questions @CarpoolCritics !!
Swiss Army Man - Featuring Brandon from LTT! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:37
It's a movie about a suicidal man using a talking Harry Potter corpse as a vehicle, and we can't help but relate! Check out our special guest Brandon Lee on Twitter @Brandon_Y_Lee and find us @CarpoolCritics :)
Spirited Away - Why do people like Anime? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:43
Spirited Away is in "favorite movie of all time" territory for a lot of people. So why do 2/3 Carpool Critics think it's wack? Ask us weird questions on Twitter @CarpoolCritics !!
The Matrix - Is This Podcast Even, Like, Real? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:32
If we really do live in a simulation, the best way to spend your time is to listen to the Carpool Critics talk about living in a simulation! Follow us on Twitter @CarpoolCritics !!
Sonic the Hedgehog - the Internet was right! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:58
After internet backlash forced a redesign of the character, Sonic has finally hit theaters! But is it the best video game movie ever made, or just a blurry blue mess? Also we reveal the results of our Oscars predictions!…
Betting on the Oscars - Featuring Brandon Lee from LTT! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:14
Cinematographer Brandon Lee joins the 'Critics as they place their bets on who will win at the Oscars. You can make you own predictions using our spreadsheet from Twitter, @CarpoolCritics !!