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Hey everyone! We wanted to do a bonus episode since our recent episodes have been new movie reviews. Being that we don’t have any topics in mind, we figured let’s do our first Patreon Q&A.

So comment on this post with any questions you have for us and we’ll answer them on the show. We want to get to as many of you as possible so try to keep it to one question per patron plus any related follow-ups. Try not to ask if we’re ever going to cover a specific movie either. Save that stuff for our suggestions posts so we can organize everything better.

Also, keep them somewhat on-topic and related to movies/TV/pop-culture/things we discussed on the show. You know the two of us could ramble about anything for hours so let’s try to keep things relatively on track.

Planning to record this weekend so get your questions in no later than early Saturday afternoon!

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Michael Sgambati

Hi Ryan and Joe some questions I’ve been meaning to ask #1 what do you guys think of Natural Born Killers (1994) by Oliver Stone do you think Tarantino would’ve done a better version ? I think Tarantino is angry at Oliver Stone for altering the main ideas of his original screenplay plus the films core idea is violence in media could potentially incite real world violence which Tarantino hates when people bring that up but curious to hear your thoughts #2 have either of you seen Batman Mask Of The Phantasm what did you guys think of it ? it’s arguably the best Batman movie ever made BTW I loved your guys speech in the mars attacks episode where you guys share my sentiment on the Joker should always be a whacky funny still homicidal killer CLOWN emphasis on CLOWN using puns, wit, humor, joy buzzers that fry people alive, acid squirting flowers #3 where do you guys think it went off the rails with making joker a rebellious cult leader now ranting and whining about society ? I see seeds of it in ledger in The Dark Knight and since Dark Knight made a billion dollars WB said we gotta double down on the angsty edgelord philosophy ledger had. yes he’s funny in Dark Knight but he’s not embracing the clown persona that Nicholson and Hamill excelled at, but curious to hear thoughts on that as well sorry I know you guys are not big comic fans but I grew up with Batman the animated series and Batman and his world I find compelling BTW thanks for the movie catch up last November you guys made me discover Anora 2024 it’s my personal favorite film of last year also loved your Abel Ferrara episode made me discover Bad Lieutenant, King Of New York, Ms 45 and me I’m a sucker for pulpy gritty NYC movies which is present in Batman, Daredevil and Punisher comics all three characters have elements of that grungy, sleazy old NYC thanks and keep up all the good work it’s always a highlight when you guys put out a new podcast episode

Luke Gordnier

I know this question is hack and corny but, I’m genuinely curious what episode you both feel is the best one of the shows run. Also curious about both of your thoughts on Happy Gillmore 2 reportedly having a 152 million dollar budget.

Nico Colaleo

Would love to hear both of your top 5 favorite movies! (don't need to be in order, just 5 films you love more than any other) BACK-UP QUESTION in case you'd rather answer this: Out of the most awful movies you've reviewed on this show - Fool's Paradise, You People, Gigli, Silent Movie, Robin Hood Men in Tights, Here, Unfrosted, Welcome to Marwen, Happy Gilmore 2... Which one's your pick for the worst?

JokersJuicyAss

May we see your collection Joe? At least the stuff we sent you

Leon Fox

Joe you mentioned a year ago or so that you'd give your thoughts about the Fallout TV show but you never did, at least to my knowledge. Did you like it? And are you looking forward to season 2? Ryan we haven't heard you talk about anime in a while, what are some of your favourites? Have you seen the 90s adaption of Berserk? If you've seen it, would Perfect Blue be one of the animes you'd get Joe to watch?

Sebastian Lozano Films

Hey Joe and Ryan, have you ever heard of Chespirito? He’s this Mexican comedian who actually done classic comedians homage and portrayals like Charlie Chaplin, Laurel and Hardy, and even Jerry Lewis. Also, some of his stuff has been referenced you might recognize—like El Chapulín Colorado inspired characters like Bumblebee man in Simpsons Also would love to hear you guys talk about the 60s Nutty Professor more after watching the Jerry videos, which I absolutely love

Salvador Pereira

My question is , What's your top 3 comedies movies of all times ?or maybe some obscure ones too

Nate Gonzales

To counterbalance everyone's feelings on Walk Hard, what's a movie you both love or highly regard that nobody else seems to like?

Nate Gonzales

I think he did on the yearly catch-up/recap episode. He mentioned being not crazy about Fred Armisen showing up.

Lux Anatis

What do you think is the BEST religion?

The One and Rory

Considering you've done films like Ishtar and Nothing but Trouble on Almost Cult Classics, what's your favourite "disastrous production" story from a film?

Thomas Bishop

I hadn't gone to the theater for almost 10 years, but went and saw Rolling Thunder the other day after seeing a flyer in a coffee shop. Just got me wondering, what older movies you guys have seen that maybe halfway through you were like "I would kill to see this in the theater" or an old movie that you get the feeling the scope and visuals need to be seen on the big screen to appreciate it?

JokersJuicyAss

For me its jackass and I want to put on the Ritz for it, imagine white tie suits to watch a guy eat a yellow snowcone

Thomas Bishop

I saw it in the theater and we had to sit in the front right and I got severely motion sick from the angle and the handi-cam stuff. Weirdly, the snowcone thing is one of the few things I remember.

Xtra Salty

I loved the Adam Sandler countdown ranking (AKA Almost Cult Classics’ History of the World Part I). Since ranking various media tends to be popular amongst the film community, I’m wondering if you ever thought about creating a ranking series? Each installment could be thematically tied to whatever current review or almost cult classic podcast selection you’re doing at the time. Could be anything from a director’s filmography, favorites of a niche subgenre, 1st films actors had out after a scandal, actor/director combos etc.

Ryan Uytdewilligen

Hi Joe and Ryan, another Ryan here wondering what the best movie theater-going experience of your lives were. Or, if John Candy were alive today, what recent movies do you think he would have been in?

Euie

Hey Ryan and Joe! I’ve been loving your work for more than year now! I was wondering what over saturated film genre you would make your own if you had to work within it (superhero,romcom, ect)? Keep up the good work and I can’t wait for Norbit discussion!

5chan.org

What's one lost film the two of you would like to see discovered?

Gavin Fitzgerald

Hey, longtime fan of the show. If hollywood gave either of you a substantial budget how would your films look stylistically? Also for your third celebrity meet up would you consider Philly native bill cosby?

mrmusicmann95

-Do you think there is any saving the film industry post Marvel or do you believe it to be truly fucked beyond repair? -What’s your worst or most insane movie theater experience? -Are you guys reformatting the show or are just kind of doing whatever idea you find interesting? I’ve enjoyed the current shows like the current movie reviews, trailer trashing and the reaction style podcasts (Jerry Lewis, Celebrity Commercials).

Lux Anatis

This one is for Ryan and it's a little (lot) personal so feel free to ignore it.. You've been a little coy about your political leanings and your sexuality. As a feminine straight male who is registered Independent and agrees with a ton of your bizarre opinion, I'd be interested in any response you can give me to that.

Heath Chamerski

Absolutely loving the recent Jerry Lewis/Commercials shows - I was wondering who are a few of your dream interview guests for the show Joe?

Brandon Keslar

Hey guys love the show! I'd love to know your guys' opinion on what the biggest difference is between modern films and ones from the 90's-2000's.

Sergio paredes

Hey guys! Is there any movies that you just have no interest in?

Jason Patterson

I don't know if this is too broad, but what are your thoughts on limitations in film making. There are so many examples of limited budget, sfx, speech, nudity, etc causing film makers to adapt so creatively. The horse beaten to glue example: Bruce the shark from jaws. Thanks guys, I can't wait to hear your thoughts on our unhinged comments

Lux Anatis

The Dogma 95 movement!

Steve M.

Having both worked in the industry and gone to O’Hara, did you know the shitty O’Neill family?

Brett Lawrence

Thoughts on recording an episode in front of an audience in the Philadelphia region? You can even have a merch table. ALMOST CULT CLASSICS: THE PODCAST: THE T-SHIRT!

Ezra Spurrier

What movies surprised you, that when you went back to watch them years later, your opinion of the film changed drastically, good or bad

Ezra Spurrier

To piggyback on this, how do you think filmmakng switching from shooting on film to digital (around the time period he mentioned) affected the look, feel and enjoyment of movies? (I've been on a 90s action movie kick lately, and I miss the grittiness of those films)

John-Paul

Do you think Adam Sandler is gonna win best supporting actor at the Oscars for "Jay Kelly" and Elle Fanning is gonna win best supporting actress for "Sentimental Value"? "Sentimental Value" will also win best picture and possibly actor, actress and director, especially if they put Stellan Skarsgard in best actor and not supporting actor. I'm pretty sure he's the male lead in "Sentimental Value". Thanks guys! Love the show!

Boner garage

What was the best theatre experience you had with a large crowd of people.

John-Paul

Related: Fantasy Filmball Draft m.youtube.com/watch?v=zZWXD1y8Qnw&pp=0gcJCbIJAYcqIYzv

JokersJuicyAss

Hold on better question ignore my first one its terrible. If you can get any actor dead or alive and at any point of their life to play a role in any movie who would you pick, what movie would you use, and why?

JokersJuicyAss

My personal favorite is from the Cannonball Run when Hal and a bud were fucking around with rockets and launched one into the set of Pennies from Heaven thankfully no one was hurt given they were doing this late at night with I can only assume while drinking beer

Lux Anatis

IS JOE'S SHELF REPLACING MOVIE THEATER MEMORIES?!?!?!?!

Lux Anatis

Bowling For Columbine for me

Ezra Spurrier

I don't know why, but the first thing that popped into my head was Jimmy Stewart in Michael Douglas's Role in Basic Instinct🤣

Lonnie Geraghty

It would be cool if you guys could talk about your experiences in film school / trying to make it in the industry. I myself am a young man with big time Hollywood aspirations and wanna hear what you guys have to say about trying to “make it” as filmmakers

Louie Caponecchia

What kind of drugs have you guys taken before? Also do you want some LSD? My dealer is the daughter of a now deceased Mafia capo, so you know its good. I can just slip a few squares into an envelope

Louie Caponecchia

I'll say probably, because Hollywood will be desperate to force some ✡️✡️✡️ down our throats to try to offset the bad PR from their nazi inspired holocaust of Palestinians

Louie Caponecchia

I was just talking about this the other day. Digital is ruining everything, because now every goofball can make a movie, and the market is being choked to death with pure scams and sludge. Back in the 80's, film was expensive, so you either had to be a good and competent salesman to raise the money, or you had to be a competent filmmaker.

Louie Caponecchia

I mean, they both single and childless in their 30's, so.... They're as eligible bachelors as say a Sal Mineo...or perhaps a Montgomery Clift😉😏

Louie Caponecchia

I actually saw Yankee Doodle Dandy with James Cagney in July at the Beverly Hills Fine Arts Theater. I met the director of Lobster Man From Mars there, as well as famous interior decorator and Jeweler Hutton Wilkinson and his wife. She had a $16,000 purse that I seriously contemplated ripping out of her hands, had a brought a backpack with a mask and change of clothes. Also I never met a more closeted gay man in my life. I mean, you Google pics of Hutton Wilkinson and tell me if you can find one drop of heterosexuality😂

Louie Caponecchia

I literally popped 60 mg of Adderall and rewatched Fallout Friday - Saturday

Louie Caponecchia

Tarantino absolutely would have made a better version of NBK, and his criticisms of Stone are articulate and rational and I totally agree with his points. Try rewatching it again, its a mess

Louie Caponecchia

I'd love to hear that too. Like I still don't know if they finished film school, if thats where they met, and what they've done with film since. Another reason I really think they should be making at least 3-8 minute short films or sketches once a month, just to put it to use. Like if you took guitar lessons for 10 years, and have a guitar sitting in the corner of your room, but barely touch it, that'd be a shame.

Sidetracks

Hey John-Paul! We didn't get to answer these questions because we haven't yet seen the movies you mentioned. We will follow-up once we do!

Simple Jacker

I'm probably too late, but have you heard anything about Adam Sandler being influenced by Jerry Lewis? They both have/had a tendency to play wacky goofball types of characters. The examples of Billy Madison, Nicky, and Donnie Burger remind me a bit of Lewis