Off The Shelf with Phil and Dave-A Movie Podcast

PHIL AND DAVE
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In this light, funny, and surprisingly informative film podcast, each host picks a movie straight off their shelf and presents it to the other for the very first time. From cult classics to chaotic flops, prestige dramas to popcorn blockbusters, no genre is safe — especially because our tastes couldn’t be more different. What follows? Honest reactions, spirited debates, hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a full-blown film nerd, tune in each week as we swap shelves, challenge our tastes, and maybe — just maybe — change each other’s minds.

  1. 3d ago

    1995's Get Shorty

    This week, Phil and Dave revisit Get Shorty (1995), Barry Sonnenfeld’s slick crime-comedy based on the novel by Elmore Leonard. Join us as we break down John Travolta’s cool-as-ice performance as Chili Palmer, the film’s all-star cast including Gene Hackman, Danny DeVito, Rene Russo, Delroy Lindo, James Gandolfini and Dennis Farina, and why this Hollywood satire remains one of the smartest and funniest mob movies of the 1990s. We discuss memorable scenes, standout performances, movie industry satire, and whether Get Shorty deserves a permanent spot on every movie lover’s shelf.

    58 min

  2. Jun 1

    1998's Ronin

    Discover if Ronin (1998) features the greatest practical car chases in cinema history in our deep dive into John Frankenheimer's 90's action espionage masterpiece ( or is it?) We breakdown Robert De Niro and Jean Reno's on screen chemistry, David Mamet's script doctoring and Phil's love for Sean Bean. Join us ever Monday for a new episode and subscribe to avoid missing your favorite movie!

    58 min

  3. May 25

    1993's Carlito's Way

    On this episode of Off the Shelf with Phil and Dave, the guys dive into Brian De Palma’s 1993 crime classic Carlito's Way. Both love the performance of peak Pacino along with Sean Penn’s sweaty, chaotic performance. They break down the film’s unforgettable tension, stylish direction, and tragic pull of the criminal underworld. Another disagreement on the love interest in movie separates Phil and Dave but both agree the movie is paced well enough to keep coming back.

    1h 18m

  4. May 18

     1994's Dumb and Dumber

    "Hey, guys. Whoa, Podcasts, huh? All right! Well, see you later" - The boys are back to lighten the mood a bit after last week as Dave takes 1994's Dumb and Dumber off the shelf this week. Phil admits to not having watched it in many years but can still remember so much of the movie. He shares that he probably quotes this movie once a week. Dave recalls his love of Jim Carrey and how it related to hie "peak Dave" period of the mid-90's. They both agree that the plot of the film is inconsequential and the performances of Daniels and Carrey are the key to his hilarious film. It is surprising that one of the directors has an Oscar considering how few of their movies are any good after this one.

    1h 11m

  5. May 12

    1960's The Apartment

    "That's the way it crumbles... podcast-wise" - The boys like their black and white with a dash of Lemmon as Phil takes 1960's The Apartment off the shelf this week. Dave had never seen it before but enjoyed seeing another Jack Lemmon performance though he thinks the first half to be stronger than the second. Phil loved watching another Billy Wilder film and enjoys the great writing and a stand out performance by Shirley Maclaine. While both agree the film isn't as funny as it may have been marketed as, they find the willingness to tackle some edgy material to be a surprise and ultimately make it a compelling watch.

    1h 24m

  6. May 4

    2013's Prisoners

    "Pray for the best, prepare for the podcast" - Dave decides to watch a "feel good" movie as he takes 2013's Prisoners off the shelf this week. Phil vaguely remembered seeing it when it first came out but was quickly taken by the film, the performances and the direction. He proclaims that Villeneuve is one of his guys and Dave can't help but agree that Roger Deakins is incredible. Dace also (fill in blank) - There aren't really any likable characters here but we liked it anyway.

    1h 17m

  7. Apr 27

    1999's Deterrence

    "You're going to destroy Podcasts, where Podcasts began" - As the world deals with some questionable decisions, Phil's takes 1999's Deterrence off the shelf this week. Dave appreciates and admires what it can pull from the this tiny diner but doesn't necessarily like what's on the menu. Phil remembers being enthralled by this movie upon first viewing. He recounts how he began the film lying down, then sat up and leaned forward as the story unfolded. Both find the director makes the single setting to be interesting if not dynamic. The final message of the film is a little lost in the 26 years since it was made.

    1h 18m

  8. Apr 20

    1981's Mad Max 2: Road Warrior

    "I'm just here for the podcast" - Dave is heading to the outback again as he takes 1981's Mad Max 2: Road Warrior off the shelf this week. Phil was left so unimpressed with Mad Max last month that he was hesitant to go back in the world. Luckily for him it is far more in line with Fury Road than Mad Max. He finds that it more closely resembles the tone and style of the later film but still wonders how good at his job Max really is. Dave is happy to revisit the franchise and finally watch what has been on his shelf for a long time. He does questions if it is necessary to watch the first movie to get all that this movie has to say, enjoys the structure and leaves curious about what lies ahead.

    51 min
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In this light, funny, and surprisingly informative film podcast, each host picks a movie straight off their shelf and presents it to the other for the very first time. From cult classics to chaotic flops, prestige dramas to popcorn blockbusters, no genre is safe — especially because our tastes couldn’t be more different. What follows? Honest reactions, spirited debates, hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of laughs. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a full-blown film nerd, tune in each week as we swap shelves, challenge our tastes, and maybe — just maybe — change each other’s minds.

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