Second Chance Cinema

Second Chance Cinema

Second Chance Cinema is a new podcast where instead of ”reviewing” movies, hosts MC and Spro hope to REVIVE the movies that don’t get enough love.

  1. 20 JAN

    Year 8: Unfinished Business

    Second Chance Cinema returns with MC and Spro digging into Unfinished Business (2015), the not-quite-forgotten Vince Vaughn comedy that somehow slipped between studio cracks and audience expectations. Was it really as bad as the critics said? 10 F***ing %?! Or was it a case of a film that was mismarketed, with more heart than anyone remembers? Join us as we revisit the business trip from hell and uncover the surprisingly thoughtful story buried under corporate jargon, European chaos, and Dave Franco being the, obviously, more likable Franco brother. This is the kind of movie Second Chance Cinema was made for: overlooked, misunderstood, and maybe… actually pretty good?   #SecondChanceCinema #SCC #MCandSpro #UnfinishedBusiness #VinceVaughn #DaveFranco #TomWilkinson #KenScott #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #ForgottenFilms #ComedyMovies #RewatchPodcast #CultClassics #FilmCommunity #MovieFans #PodbeanPodcasts #PodcastLife #FilmCriticism #GiveItASecondChance #HiddenGems #CinemaRevisited

    1h 16m

  2. 09/12/2025

    Green Street Hooligans

    In this episode of Second Chance Cinema, MC and Spro lace up their boots and step onto the pitch as they revisit Green Street Hooligans, the gritty 2005 cult favorite that introduced many Americans to the world of English football firms. From Elijah Wood’s unexpected turn as an ex-Harvard student to Charlie Hunnam’s unforgettable performance as Pete Dunham, the guys dig into why this film has endured, what it gets right about loyalty and violence, and how it became a late-night staple for a certain generation of movie fans. Along the way, Spro shares what little he knows about Premiere League football and their fans, MC talks about why this movie made his picks and still wows him today, and together they explore whether Hooligans deserves a second chance in today’s cinematic landscape. Grab a pint, mind the gap, and take your proper place in the Green Street Elite.   #SecondChanceCinema #GreenStreetHooligans #ElijahWood #CharlieHunnam #CultClassic #FootballFirms #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #RewatchPodcast #PodcastEpisode #CinemaClub #FilmCommunity #MoviesYouMissed #HiddenGems #MovieRewatch #PodcastingLife #FilmFans #FilmAnalysis #IndieFilm #2000sMovies

    1h 17m

  3. 18/11/2025

    Suicide Kings

    In this episode of Second Chance Cinema, MC and Spro dig into Suicide Kings — the 1997 crime thriller that blends dark comedy, kidnapping chaos, Christopher Walken coolness, and more plot twists than any film about rich-kid amateurs should legally be allowed to contain. Once dismissed as a Tarantino-wannabe and overshadowed by the decade’s heavier hitters, Suicide Kings has since developed a loyal cult following thanks to its razor-sharp dialogue, brisk pacing, and Walken’s magnetic, deadpan menace. MC and Spro revisit the film with fresh eyes to ask the big question: Did we judge this movie too harshly the first time around? From its clever structure to its surprisingly emotional center, the guys explore why Suicide Kings may deserve a seat back at the table — or at least a cleaner chair than the one Walken gets taped to. Featuring signature SCC banter, behind-the-scenes nuggets, and the usual dose of nostalgia, this episode is everything you need to reevaluate one of the ‘90s most underrated crime thrillers. #SecondChanceCinema #SCCPodcast #MoviePodcast #SuicideKings #ChristopherWalken #90sMovies #CultClassics #UnderratedMovies #FilmDiscussion #FilmNerd #MovieRewatch #CinemaClub #CrimeThriller #IndieFilm #RetroRewatch #PodcastEpisode #FilmCommunity #MovieBuffs #PodcastersOfInstagram #RewatchPodcast

    1h 15m

  4. 30/09/2025

    The Thing From Another World (1951)

    On this episode of Second Chance Cinema, MC and Spro revisit the 1951 sci-fi classic The Thing From Another World—a film brought back to our radar thanks to our interview with Jayson Dumenigo. Known for cinema’s first full burn, this Cold War-era chiller pits scientists against soldiers in a frozen standoff over knowledge, survival, and an alien threat. Along the way, we dive into the film’s sharp dialogue, explore its themes of science vs. the army, debate black-and-white vs. colorized viewing (with MC firmly in the color camp), and even bring poetry into the mix with acrostics chosen by the Wheel of Poetry.   #SecondChanceCinema #TheThingFromAnotherWorld #SciFiClassics #HowardHawks #FilmPodcast #MoviePodcast #CultCinema #TheThing #GoldenAgeCinema #ClassicMovies

    1h 10m

  5. 09/09/2025

    Sisu (2022)

    This week, we dig into Sisu (2023)—the Finnish pulp-action blast where one man, a pickaxe, and a whole lot of grit take on the Nazi war machine. Recommended to us by filmmaker Jeff Wolfe (Outbreak, 2024), Sisu blends brutal, inventive violence with breathtaking cinematography, creating a mythic folk-hero story that feels like John Wick collided with a spaghetti Western. We talk about why this kind of lean, violent cinema works, the appeal of watching Nazis get torn apart on screen, and whether “sisu” as a concept makes the film resonate beyond its bloody spectacle. If you like your action raw, stylish, and more about grit than words—this one’s for you. #SecondChanceCinema #Podcast #Sisu #SisuMovie #FinnishCinema #ActionMovies #GeoffWolfe #Outbreak2024 #FilmDiscussion #JohnWickVibes #SpaghettiWestern #PulpCinema

    1h 18m

  6. 19/08/2025

    Stunt Life - Jayson Dumenigo

    Jayson Dumenigo is a veteran stunt coordinator, performer, and rigging specialist whose career spans nearly three decades and over 300 film and television projects. He founded Action Factory LLC, a production and innovation hub specializing in fire‑stunt rigging and safety technologies, recently earning recognition at the Academy’s Sci‑Tech Awards for his contributions to fire stunt presentation. In 2011, Jayson set a Guinness World Record with the "longest full‑body burn without oxygen," clocking in at 5 minutes and 25 seconds—a testament to his unmatched discipline and expertise in high‑risk performance art. A key contributor to major franchises, Jayson served as a stunt rigger on Avengers: Endgame, stunt coordinator and supervising stunt rigger on Black Widow, and held roles across several Marvel Cinematic Universe and Marvel TV series including Agent Carter, Daredevil, The Defenders, and Daredevil: Born Again. Additionally, he performed stunts in blockbusters such as Hulk and Fantastic Four, and coordinated motion‑capture previz rigging for Deadpool 2. Based in Val Verde / Santa Clarita, California, Jayson is a long‑standing member of SAG‑AFTRA as well as the Stuntmen’s Association of Motion Pictures, widely respected for advancing fire safety protocols and pushing stunt performance innovation.

    1h 31m

  7. 29/07/2025

    Triangle

    What if you couldn’t escape your own mistakes… no matter how many times you tried? Triangle (2009) barely made a ripple in theaters but has quietly become a cult favorite for fans of time loops and psychological horror. In this episode, we unpack its mind-bending structure, haunting themes, and why Melissa George gave one of the most underrated performances in modern horror. #TriangleMovie #SecondChanceCinema #TimeLoop #PsychologicalThriller #UnderratedMovies #CultClassic #HorrorPodcast #MindBendingMovies #WhatDidIJustWatch #MelissaGeorge #HorrorRewind #IndieThriller #HiddenGems #TimeLoopMovie #FilmAnalysis #MovieBreakdown #TwistEnding #CreepyCinema #LowBudgetHorror #DeepDivePodcast #PsychologicalHorror #ThrillerMovies #MovieObsessed #MovieTalk #MysteryMovie #CinemaTwists #WTFMovies #IntenseCinema #MovieDiscussion #MoviesThatMakeYouThink

    1h 18m

  8. 01/07/2025

    Eurotrip

    Remember when comedies didn’t hold back? EuroTrip (2004) bombed at the box office but found a second life as a sleepover staple. This week, we break down why this raunchy romp across Europe deserved better—and why “Scotty Doesn’t Know” is still stuck in our heads. Join us as we toast to train mishaps, robot fights, and the sheer chaos of early-2000s comedy. #EuroTrip #ScottyDoesntKnow #SecondChanceCinema #MoviePodcast #CultClassic #2000sComedy #UnderratedMovies #ComedyGold #ThrowbackMovies #RoadTripMovie #TeenComedy #MattDamonCameo #AbsintheAdventures #EuropeOnFilm #MovieRewatch #ComedyFans #DVDClassics #SoundtrackGoals #RRatedComedy #MovieNerds #RetroCinema #MisunderstoodMovies #CinemaUnderdogs #PodcastRewind #Early2000sVibes #CultMovieClub #MovieLaughs #OnTheRewatch #MovieDeepDive #ScottysRevenge

    1h 24m
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Second Chance Cinema is a new podcast where instead of ”reviewing” movies, hosts MC and Spro hope to REVIVE the movies that don’t get enough love.

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  • Creator
    Second Chance Cinema
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Explicit
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