Let's Talk About Flix

Oz and Curtis
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Let's Talk About Flix is the collaboration of Oz and Curtis, a couple of nobody's with a great sense of humor, solid insight and knowledge of movies, and a love of all things nerd. Tune in each week as they discuss a movie tied into that month's theme and have a great time. If you love movies (and nerds), then this podcast is for you!

  1. 2d ago

    Episode 256 - Hot Fuzz

    Oz and Curtis are locking and loading, grabbing a Cornetto from the corner shop, and trying to keep an eye out for missing swans to break down the second installment in the Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy: Hot Fuzz!Nicholas Angel (Simon Pegg) is the ultimate London police officer—so good at his job that his superiors transfer him to the quiet, picture-perfect sleepy village of Sandford just to make the rest of the force look better. Partnered with the overly enthusiastic, action-movie-obsessed Danny Butterman (Nick Frost), Angel struggles to adapt to a town where the biggest crime seems to be an escaped swan. But when a series of gruesome "accidents" begins claiming the lives of prominent villagers, Angel realizes there is a sinister conspiracy lurking beneath the town's award-winning exterior.We break down the perfection of this action-comedy juggernaut: Edgar Wright’s hyper-kinetic editing style, the incredible homage to classic 90s action cinema like Point Break and Bad Boys II, the stacked supporting cast of British comedy icons (including Timothy Dalton chewing up every scene), and the absolute mayhem of the final village shootout. Is Hot Fuzz the single greatest Buddy Cop Comedy ever put to film and a undisputed Cult Classic, or just a movie that proves everything is done for "the greater good"? Tune in for our full Hot Fuzz 2006 movie review!If you’re into analyzing action-comedy tropes, appreciating incredible visual foreshadowing, or listening to two dudes who would definitely accidentally shoot themselves in the foot while practicing a stunt jump, this episode is for you.To secure your content and avoid getting targeted by the Neighborhood Watch Alliance, drive straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are loaded, primed, and guaranteed to be an explosive listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

  2. Sep 9

    Episode 255 - Shaun of the Dead

    Oz and Curtis are grabbing a pint at the Winchester, lining up the vinyl records, and waiting for this whole zombie apocalypse thing to blow over to break down Edgar Wright’s legendary horror-comedy: Shaun of the Dead!Shaun (Simon Pegg) is a 29-year-old electronics shop salesman trapped in a total rut. His life consists of slacking off with his slobby best friend Ed (Nick Frost), disappointing his mother, and drinking at the same local pub every single night—a routine that finally pushes his girlfriend Liz (Kate Ashfield) to dump him. But when a mysterious virus turns London into a flesh-eating horde of undead, Shaun has to step up, assemble his friends and family, and lead them to the safest place he knows: the local pub.We break down the film that launched the iconic Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy: Edgar Wright’s lightning-fast visual humor, the incredible comedic chemistry between Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, the legendary "Don't Stop Me Now" pool cue fight sequence, and how the movie manages to balance laugh-out-loud slapstick with genuine heart and visceral gore. Is Shaun of the Dead the ultimate Zombie Comedy and a flawless Cult Classic, or just a movie that proves Sade's Diamond Life on vinyl should never be thrown at a zombie? Tune in for our full Shaun of the Dead 2004 movie review!If you’re into analyzing horror-comedy tropes, appreciating razor-sharp British humor, or listening to two dudes who would definitely mistake an actual zombie in the garden for a confused drunk, this episode is for you.To secure your content and weather the horde, head straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are as refreshing as a cold pint and guaranteed to be a killer listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

  3. Sep 2

    Episode 254 - Baby Driver

    Oz and Curtis are queuing up the iPod, putting the pedal to the metal, and waiting for the beat to drop before blasting out of the alley to break down Edgar Wright’s high-octane musical action extravaganza: Baby Driver!Baby (Ansel Elgort) is a getaway driver with a killer playlist. Suffering from severe tinnitus after a childhood accident, he uses music to drown out the ringing in his ears and drive like an absolute demon. Desperate to walk away from his life of crime after meeting a charming diner waitress named Debora (Lily James), Baby agrees to do one last job for crime boss Doc (Kevin Spacey). But when he's paired with a volatile crew of unhinged sociopaths—including Buddy (Jon Hamm), Darling (Eiza González), and the terrifyingly unpredictable Bats (Jamie Foxx)—the heist goes off the rails, forcing Baby to drive for his life and the person he loves.We break down the kinetic choreography and technical genius of the film: Edgar Wright’s insane directorial precision—matching every gun c**k, gear shift, and footstep directly to the rhythm of the soundtrack—the explosive physical performances, the incredible practical stunt driving, and how a $34 million original action flick became a global box-office smash. Is Baby Driver the most stylish Heist Thriller of the decade and a modern Action Classic, or just a movie that proves you should never execute a bank robbery without the right track queued up? Tune in for our full Baby Driver 2017 movie review!If you’re into analyzing rhythmic editing, appreciating high-speed practical stunt work, or listening to two dudes who would definitely stall the getaway vehicle trying to find the perfect song on Spotify, this episode is for you.To secure your content and evade the cops, hit the gas and drive straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are as fast as a red Subaru WRX and guaranteed to be an electrifying listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

  4. Aug 26

    Episode 253 - Crocodile Dundee

    Oz and Curtis are packing our bush hats, sharpening our massive bowie knives, and trying to navigate the subway without getting pickpocketed to break down the global comedy hit: Crocodile Dundee!When American journalist Sue Charlton (Linda Kozlowski) travels to the Australian Outback to report on a bushman who survived a brutal crocodile attack, she meets the larger-than-life Michael J. "Mick" Dundee (Paul Hogan). After surviving the rugged wilderness together, Sue invites Mick back to her home turf: the concrete jungle of New York City. Armed with nothing but his charm, Outback survival skills, and complete disregard for big-city rules, Mick turns Manhattan upside down.We break down the film’s massive charm offensive: Paul Hogan’s star-making, Golden Globe-winning performance, the iconic "That’s not a knife... THIS is a knife" scene, the undeniable chemistry between Hogan and Kozlowski, and how a low-budget Aussie indie turned into one of the highest-grossing comedies of the 1980s. Is Crocodile Dundee the ultimate 80s Fish-Out-of-Water Comedy and an essential Cult Classic, or just a movie that proves a good bowie knife solves almost any problem? Tune in for our full Crocodile Dundee 1986 movie review!If you’re into analyzing peak 80s comedies, appreciating the charm of classic fish-out-of-water tropes, or listening to two dudes who would definitely panic if a crocodile bumped into their canoe, this episode is for you.To secure your content and avoid getting lost in the bush, trek straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are as sharp as a bowie knife and guaranteed to be a fair dinkum listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

  5. Aug 19

    Episode 252 - Gator

    Oz and Curtis are fueling up the speedboats, dodging federal agents in the Okefenokee Swamp, and trying to keep our cool in the southern heat to break down the roaring, high-octane 70s Action Classic: Gator!Fresh out of prison, ex-bootlegger Gator McKlusky (Burt Reynolds) is coerced by a neurotic New York federal agent (Jack Weston) to go undercover and take down a corrupt political kingpin. That kingpin happens to be Gator's old buddy, "Bama" McCall (Jerry Reed), who runs the county with an iron fist, extortion rackets, and sheer intimidation. Teaming up with a local activist news reporter (Lauren Hutton), Gator goes from reluctant informant to absolute wrecking ball when he realizes just how deep the local corruption goes.If you’re into analyzing 70s action filmmaking, appreciating Burt Reynolds at the height of his star power, or listening to two dudes who would definitely crash a speedboat into a dock on their first attempt, this episode is for you.To secure your content and avoid getting caught by the Dixie Mafia, speed straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are as fast as a tuned-up engine and guaranteed to be an explosive listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflix⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/⁠Support the show: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

  6. Aug 12

    Episode 251 - Snake Eyes

    Oz and Curtis are putting on the flashiest snakeskin jackets, heading to Atlantic City Fight Night, and trying to keep our eyes on the ring while a hurricane brews outside to break down Brian De Palma’s conspiracy thriller: Snake Eyes!Rick Santoro (Nicolas Cage) is a loud-mouthed, crooked Atlantic City police detective who loves money, influence, and the spotlight. When he scores ringside seats to a heavyweight title fight alongside his childhood best friend, Navy Commander Kevin Dunne (Gary Sinise), he thinks he’s in for the ultimate night out. But when the U.S. Secretary of Defense is assassinated in front of 14,000 screaming fans mid-bout, Santoro locks down the casino arena to find the shooter. As he unravels differing eyewitness accounts and follows a mysterious woman in a wig (Carla Gugino), Santoro uncovers a sinister military conspiracy that forces him to choose between his corrupt lifestyle and doing the right thing.We break down everything that makes this late-90s thriller explode off the screen: Brian De Palma’s virtuosic direction—including that legendary, seemingly continuous opening tracking shot and signature split-screen work—Nicolas Cage turning his frantic energy up to 11, Gary Sinise’s stoic counterweight performance, and the sheer neon-soaked casino spectacle. Is Snake Eyes an underappreciated gem of De Palma’s visual filmography and a trashy-fun 90s Noir staple, or just a movie that proves you should never place all your bets on a rigged game? Tune in for our full Snake Eyes 1998 movie review!If you’re into analyzing auteur filmmaking techniques, appreciating high-concept 90s thrillers, or listening to two dudes who would definitely lose their shirt at the Atlantic City craps tables within five minutes, this episode is for you.To secure your content and avoid getting rolled by the casino floor, head straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are as wild as a roll of the dice and guaranteed to be an entertaining listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflix⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/⁠Support the show: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

  7. Aug 5

    Episode 250 - Cobra

    Oz and Curtis are putting on mirrored aviators, chewing on a matchstick, and loading up the Jett 9mm to break down the quintessential 80s action spectacle: Cobra!When a radical, ax-clanking cult known as the "New World"—led by the terrifying "Night Slasher" (Brian Thompson)—begins terrorizing Los Angeles to eliminate the weak, the LAPD has only one choice: call in Lieutenant Marion "Cobra" Cobretti (Sylvester Stallone) of the elite Zombie Squad. After high-fashion model Ingrid Knudsen (Brigitte Nielsen) witnesses a brutal murder, Cobra and his partner Gonzales (Reni Santoni) are assigned to protect her from an endless wave of motorcycle-riding zealots. We break down the glorious, action-packed insanity: Sylvester Stallone’s peak-era ego and style choices, the bizarre montages set to 80s synth-rock, the Dirty Harry connections (including Andrew Robinson playing an angry police boss), and the explosive final steel-mill showdown. Is Cobra an underrated 80s Action masterpiece and an essential Cult Classic, or just a movie that proves you should never eat cold pizza without a pair of kitchen scissors? Tune in for our full Cobra movie review! If you’re into analyzing over-the-top 80s cinema, appreciating Cannon Films' golden era, or listening to two dudes who would definitely run out of ammo in the first five minutes of a car chase, this episode is for you.To secure your content and avoid getting targeted by the Night Slasher, ride straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are as sharp as a cultist's knife and guaranteed to be an explosive listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflix⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/⁠Support the show: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

  8. Jul 29

    Episode 249 - Madame Web

    Oz and Curtis are researching rare spiders in the Peruvian Amazon, driving ambulances through billboard advertisements, and seeing the future exactly five seconds before it happens to break down the internet's favorite meme machine: Madame Web!Cassandra Webb (Dakota Johnson) is a cynical Boston paramedic who, after a near-death experience, begins developing mysterious, reality-bending clairvoyant powers. When her visions reveal a dangerous, suit-wearing villain named Ezekiel Sims (Tahar Rahim) hunting down three teenage girls (Sydney Sweeney, Celeste O'Connor, and Isabela Merced), Cassandra has to step up. Unraveling a past connected to her mother's spider research, she must use her new mental gifts to alter the timeline and keep the girls alive.We untangle the hilariously chaotic threads of this web: Dakota Johnson’s aggressively detached performance, the legendary clunky dialogue ("He was in the Amazon with my mom..."), the bizarrely obvious voice dubbing, and a superhero movie where the main characters never actually get their powers. Is Madame Web an instant masterpiece of unintentional Comic Book Camp and a future Cult Classic, or just a reminder that the future of a cinematic universe shouldn't always be seen ahead of time? Tune in for our full Madame Web 2024 movie review!"You know, the web connects us all." — A phrase that explains why we couldn't escape the memes, no matter how hard we tried.If you’re into analyzing studio franchise disasters, appreciating the deadpan energy of Dakota Johnson, or listening to two dudes who would definitely accidentally run over the villain with a Pepsi truck, this episode is for you.To secure your content and prevent a terrible paradox in the timeline, drive straight over to https://LetsTalkAboutFlix.com — where our takes are completely unfiltered and guaranteed to be an unforgettable listen.Follow the boys on social media:Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/letstalkaboutflix⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/letstalkaboutflix/⁠Support the show: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/talkaboutflix#moviepodcast #filmpodcast #comedypodcast #filmreview #moviereview

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Let's Talk About Flix is the collaboration of Oz and Curtis, a couple of nobody's with a great sense of humor, solid insight and knowledge of movies, and a love of all things nerd. Tune in each week as they discuss a movie tied into that month's theme and have a great time. If you love movies (and nerds), then this podcast is for you!

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  • Creator
    Oz and Curtis
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    257
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Oz and Curtis
  • Show Website
    Let's Talk About Flix