Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult Classics

Henrique Couto & David Denoyer

Join filmmaker Henrique Couto and movie aficionado David Denoyer as they delve into the world of cinema, exploring everything from hidden gems to cult classics. Each week, they bring their unique perspectives and infectious enthusiasm to dissect films that deserve a second look. Whether you’re a seasoned cinephile or just looking for your next favorite movie, Do You Even Movie? offers insightful discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and a touch of humor. Subscribe now and rediscover the magic of movies!

  1. BLADE (1998) Wesley Snipes’ Daywalker, Blood Rave & How It Revived Superhero Movies

    12 AUG

    BLADE (1998) Wesley Snipes’ Daywalker, Blood Rave & How It Revived Superhero Movies

    🗡️ “There are worse things out tonight than vampires.” We’re rolling through August’s infamous “Dumping Ground” Month with a cult-defining banger you can truly sink your teeth into. This week, Henrique and David hit Los Angeles for a late-90s juggernaut that revitalized the superhero genre and made vampires cool again: BLADE (1998). A half-vampire, half-mortal warrior becomes the protector of humanity, carving through the undead with style, swagger, and a katana to match. Directed by Stephen Norrington and starring Wesley Snipes, Stephen Dorff, and Kris Kristofferson. 🎧 In this episode we cover: Is there another film with a more memorable opening?The wild logistics of a blood rave—how would that even work?Is Wesley Snipes the only actor who could’ve pulled this off?Just how much techno can one movie hold?Is Whistler secretly the coolest character? 🔥 PLUS: The wild variety of 90s vampire moviesThe state of superhero films after Batman & RobinIs Liam Neeson a worthy successor to Leslie Nielsen in The Naked Gun?Was 20 years too long—or just right—for a Freaky Friday sequel?A teaser for next week’s pick: a rulebook David’s been breaking while prepping 👀 📺 Rent BLADE on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B001RJTFP4/ 🔗 Connect with the show: 🌐 DoYouEvenMovie.com 📧 doyouevenmoviepod@gmail.com 📸 Instagram: @DoYouEvenMoviePod 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/dyempod 👍 Facebook: Do You Even Movie? – Podcast

    2h 18m
  2. Freaky Friday (2003) – Body Swap Comedy, Jamie Lee Curtis & Disney Nostalgia

    5 AUG

    Freaky Friday (2003) – Body Swap Comedy, Jamie Lee Curtis & Disney Nostalgia

    “Oh, I’m like the Cryptkeeper!” August is here, and that means it’s time to dig into the infamous “Dumping Ground” Month—a time when studios release movies that don’t fit anywhere else… but sometimes, they’re absolute gems. This week, Henrique and David head to sunny California to revisit a body-swap comedy favorite that’s now getting a long-awaited sequel: Freaky Friday (2003)! When Tess and her rebellious daughter Anna suddenly switch bodies due to a mystical mishap, they’re forced to literally walk in each other’s shoes and learn to understand one another. Chaos, comedy, and a surprising amount of heart follow in this Disney remake classic. Directed by Mark Waters, and starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, and Mark Harmon, this version of Freaky Friday became a defining film for a generation—and now, a sequel is on the way! 🎧 In this episode:What makes this the best version of Freaky Friday?Why Jamie Lee Curtis was born to play TessThe subtle, smart handling of the stepdad characterHow many Freaky Friday versions are out there? 🩺 PLUS:Henrique and David share their latest aches and ailmentsShoutout to the legendary cinematographer Oliver WoodCan tall people do anything to avoid back pain?Is Ari Aster’s Eddington his comeback moment?Why Together is a must-see in theaters 📺 Watch Freaky Friday (2003) now on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-7754f6d2-ed31-4c9a-95dd-3c29a858fda6 🔗 Connect with the show: 🌐 DoYouEvenMovie.com 📧 Email: doyouevenmoviepod@gmail.com 📸 Instagram: @DoYouEvenMoviePod 🐦 Twitter/X: @DYEMPod 👍 Facebook: Do You Even Movie? – Podcast

    2h 11m
  3. Point Break (1991) – Surfing, Skydiving & 90s Action at Full Adrenaline

    29 JUL

    Point Break (1991) – Surfing, Skydiving & 90s Action at Full Adrenaline

    🏄‍♂️ “Utah, get me two!” Life’s A Beach Month is coming to a close, but we’re going out with 100% pure adrenaline! This week, Henrique and David hit the shores of Santa Monica, California to take on one of the most iconic action films of the 1990s—Point Break (1991)! An undercover FBI agent infiltrates a gang of surfing bank robbers in this genre-defining thriller that mixes skydiving, surf culture, and explosive 90s action. It’s got everything: Swayze. Reeves. Busey. Bigelow. Bodhi. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow and starring Patrick Swayze, Keanu Reeves, Lori Petty, and Gary Busey, Point Break is the ultimate beachside adrenaline ride. 🎧 This episode covers:The incredible opening montage of surfing and gunfireThe foot chase scene—possibly the greatest ever filmed?Behind-the-scenes training for the surfing and fight choreographyDoes Gary Busey deliver the best one-liners of the 90s?The vault sequence—what were they thinking?! 🔥 PLUS:Our hosts’ tooth-related horror storiesIs there anyone as iconic as Ozzy Osbourne?What if the T2 cast swapped with Point Break’s?What did Siskel & Ebert think of this action cult hit?What early 2000s favorite is kicking off next month’s theme just in time for its sequel release? 📺 Watch Point Break now on Paramount+: https://www.paramountplus.com/movies/video/nbo7TryTr0wpaXtk00VHLRwYjH60nUb5/ 🔗 Connect with the show: 🌐 DoYouEvenMovie.com 📧 Email: doyouevenmoviepod@gmail.com 📸 Instagram: @DoYouEvenMoviePod 🐦 Twitter/X: @DYEMPod 👍 Facebook: Do You Even Movie? – Podcast

    1h 51m
  4. Captain Ron (1992) – Kurt Russell, Sailing Chaos & 90s Summer Comedy

    22 JUL

    Captain Ron (1992) – Kurt Russell, Sailing Chaos & 90s Summer Comedy

    🛥️ “You want a beer, you get your own beer.” Life’s A Beach Month keeps cruising along this July, and this week, Henrique and David set sail for one of the most underrated summer comedies of the 90s—Captain Ron (1992)! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, this laid-back adventure follows a suburban family thrown into chaos when they inherit a yacht and hire the eccentric, possibly unqualified, and always unpredictable Captain Ron to sail them to Miami. Directed by Thom Eberhardt and starring Kurt Russell, Martin Short, and Mary Kay Place, this film is packed with classic one-liners, slapstick charm, and cable-TV nostalgia. 🎧 This episode covers: Just how many times did this run on cable TV?Could anyone besides Kurt Russell have pulled this off?That wild Cuba finale—comedy chaos at seaIs Captain Ron a mysterious legend… or just a fraud? 🎤 PLUS: Are movie trailers revealing way too much these days?Why are free streaming platforms loaded with classics?What were the first DVDs in David’s household?What’s the best format to watch movies now?Quick thoughts on Superman and I Know What You Did Last Summer 📺 Rent Captain Ron now on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B003SHYT5O/ 🔗 Connect with the show: 🌐 DoYouEvenMovie.com 📧 Email: doyouevenmoviepod@gmail.com 📸 Instagram: @DoYouEvenMoviePod 🐦 Twitter/X: @DYEMPod 👍 Facebook: Do You Even Movie? – Podcast

    2h 2m
  5. I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998) – Slasher Sequel, Island Horror & 90s Chaos

    15 JUL

    I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998) – Slasher Sequel, Island Horror & 90s Chaos

    🌴 “This island didn’t have a murder rate until you people showed up!” Life’s A Beach Month continues in full slasher style! This week, Henrique & David are heading to the Bahamas for another blood-soaked vacation—this time revisiting one of the most iconic (and outrageous) 90s horror sequels ever made: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998)! Set two years after the events of the original, Julie and Ray try to escape their trauma with an island getaway—only to find themselves once again stalked by the hook-handed Fisherman, Ben Willis. Trapped at a resort during a storm, the body count begins to rise… and the scares get seriously soaked. Directed by Danny Cannon, and starring Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr., Brandy Norwood, Mekhi Phifer, and a scene-stealing turn by Jeffrey Combs! 🎧 In this episode:How great is that creepy church opening?Would anyone be better than Jeffrey Combs as the resort manager?Why isolated island horror always worksThe killer’s big twist reveal—has it aged into comedy gold?What we hope to see in the upcoming legacy sequel 🎆 PLUS:Our hosts’ real-life 4th of July mishaps (and near-disasters)Roman Candles vs Bottle Rockets – the ultimate firework showdownDavid’s go-to Independence Day movie picksWill we hit the theater for Jurassic World: Rebirth?Is I’ll Always Know What You Did Last Summer coming to the show? 📺 Rent I Still Know What You Did Last Summer on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0046HBPRU/ 🔗 Connect with the show: 🌐 DoYouEvenMovie.com 📧 Email: doyouevenmoviepod@gmail.com 📸 Instagram: @DoYouEvenMoviePod 🐦 Twitter/X: @DYEMPod 👍 Facebook: Do You Even Movie? – Podcast

    1h 55m
  6. Malibu High (1979) – Sleaze, Exploitation, and One Wild Summer Movie

    8 JUL

    Malibu High (1979) – Sleaze, Exploitation, and One Wild Summer Movie

    🎓 “You can screw the teachers, but you can’t screw the school!” Life’s A Beach Month keeps the summer sleaze rolling as Henrique and David head to California for a wild deep cut from the exploitation vaults—Malibu High (1979)! After being dumped by her boyfriend and on the verge of flunking out, Kim takes drastic measures by using her body to climb the social and financial ladder. But things take a dark, unexpected turn in this bizarre blend of teen drama and low-budget crime thriller. Directed by Irvin Berwick and starring Jill Lansing, Tammy Taylor, and Garth Pillsbury, this Crown International cult classic is packed with misleading marketing, odd tonal shifts, and some truly unconvincing kills—but that’s all part of the charm. 🎧 This episode covers: Could this film be any more whack-a-doo?Why is Kim so desperate to graduate?Are any of the deaths even slightly convincing?Did they really use the People’s Court theme in a chase scene?How much money did this sleazy gem make for Crown International? 🎤 PLUS: Are we seeing a new trend in movie trilogies?What’s it like working with indie horror icon Mark Polonia?The ending tropes that make or break a movieDoes M3GAN 2.0 & 28 Years Later require a trip to the theater? 📺 Watch Malibu High now on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/movies/100030701/malibu-high 🔗 Stay connected with the show: 🌐 DoYouEvenMovie.com  📧 Email: doyouevenmoviepod@gmail.com 📸 Instagram: @DoYouEvenMoviePod 🐦 Twitter/X: @DYEMPod 👍 Facebook: Do You Even Movie? – Podcast

    1h 47m

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Join filmmaker Henrique Couto and movie aficionado David Denoyer as they delve into the world of cinema, exploring everything from hidden gems to cult classics. Each week, they bring their unique perspectives and infectious enthusiasm to dissect films that deserve a second look. Whether you’re a seasoned cinephile or just looking for your next favorite movie, Do You Even Movie? offers insightful discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and a touch of humor. Subscribe now and rediscover the magic of movies!

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