The Reel Round Table

Ep. 15 - The Thing (1982)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This episode on The Real Roundtable, we discuss The Thing, the 1982 horror film by John Carpenter, starring Kurt Russell. Let's see which of us are sold out to this being a great film, and which of us are Chris.

The Thing (1982) at IMDB.

Ash - 8/9

Brodie - 6/9

Chris - 6/9

The next movie to be reviewed will be Raising Arizona (1987).

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Ep. 14 - Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0500

For the first time on The Real Roundtable, we are reviewing a movie we had all seen in the past. Also, it's our first foreign film. The movie? Kung Fu Hustle.

Roger Ebert wrote a review of this calling it like watching a Bugs Bunny cartoon. However, it's Kung Fu Hustle. Basically, it's all about Kung Fu!

Kung Fu Hustle on IMDB

Ash - 9/9

Brodie - 7/9

Chris - 5/9

The next movie in the crosshairs on The Reel Roundtable is The Thing (1982).

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Ep. 13 - Flight of the Navigator (1986)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This episode of The Real Roundtable, we're going to look at the 1986 movie, Flight of the Navigator. We're going to see if it holds up as a science fiction film for kids. I'm very curious to see whether Brody likes it, but especially if Chris likes it.

Flight of the Navigator at IMDB

Ash - 4/9

Brodie - 5/9

Chris - 4/9

The next movie in the crosshairs on The Reel Roundtable is Kung Fu Hustle (2004)

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Ep. 12 - 9 to 5 (1980)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

9 to 5 was recommended by the Librarian. While it seems an odd choice for this group to review, they guys had lots of fun discussing this as well as bringing in a female perspective from the Librarian herself. Since Chris is always so picky, I hope you will listen to what he does like about this film and see if Brodie and Ash actually enjoy this picture.

9 to 5

Ash - 6/9

Brodie - 7/9

Chris - 6/9

Librarian - 8/9

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Ep. 11 - Army of Darkness (1992)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Army Of Darkness is a favorite movie of Ash. It completes the Evil Dead Series and that is where Bruce Campbell got his start. While Brodie had seen this, Chris had not. With tributes to Three Stooges, we are curious on where Chris will land on this movie.

Army Of Darkness

Ash - 8/9

Brodie - 7/9

Chris - 4/9

Next movie we will review will be 9 to 5 starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton, and Dabney Coleman.

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Ep. 10 - Wild Bunch (1969)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Westerns have been around nearly since the beginning of Film. The Wild Bunch is considered one of the best of the best westerns. The Reel Round Table reviews The Wild Bunch to allow Chris and Brodie a chance to see why people love Westerns and what makes this one so different.

The Wild Bunch

Ash 9/9

Brodie 6/9

Chris 4/9

Next Movie to review will be Army of Darkness 1992 Starring Bruce Campbell

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Ep. 9 - Dreamscape (1984)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Ash saw this movie when he was a child and as a very young adult. He brought this to the others to see if it holds up as well as to look at the idea of it. Dreams are fascinating and watching a movie deal with dreams should be fascinating right? Well let’s see if it is!

Dreamscape at IMDB

Chris - 2/9

Brodie - 3/9

Ash - 5/9

The next movie reviewed will be Wild Bunch (1969)

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Ep. 8 - Tank Girl (1995)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This episode of the Reel Round Table we look at Tank Girl a movie that Ash had never seen. We also bring in "The Hippy" wife of Brodie. Brodie and The Hippy have always enjoyed this movie. The Hippy actually has one of the actual comics that this is based on. We shall see if Chris or Ash will love it as well.

Tank Girl at IMDB

Ash 1/9

Brodie 6/9

Chris 1/9

The Hippie 6/9

If you are reading this far, then you realize that two of us hated it and do not recommend it for any reason.

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Ep. 7 - Soldier (1998)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Our first recommended movie from listener Scott. On this podcast we take a break for the 80's and review our first 90's movie as well as our first pure action movie. Brodie and Chris had not seen nor heard of this movie.

Soldier starring Kurt Russell

Ash 6/9

Brodie 3/9

Chris 5/9

Ep. 6 - Adventures in Babysitting (1987)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This is one of Ash's favorite movies from when he was a child. Brodie also enjoyed this movie when he was younger.

Adventures in Babysitting at IMDB

19 Things about Adventures in Babysitting

Ash - 9/9

Brodie - 6/9

Chris - 5/9

The First 9/9 on the Podcast!

Ep. 5 - Innerspace (1987)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

On this episode, Brodie and Ash both remember this being a terrific film as kids. Now as an adult does it still have the same fun feel? Meanwhile Chris is seeing it for the first time and we wonder if he will enjoy the special effects of this movie or if he will destroy them.

Innerspace at IMDB

Ash - 7/9

Brodie - 7/9

Chris - 6/9

Overall our group feels it is worth a watch.

Ash thinks it is worth seeing for Martin Short performance.

Ep. 4 - The Map of Tiny Perfect Things (2021)

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

The Librarian joins us on this episode as we introduce a newer movie that did not get much attention, but just like the girl next door in an 80's movie, this film is worth a look.

(Transparency alert) Ash chose this film because he thought it would be a good date night movie for Chris and Brodie to watch with their wives.

Map of Tiny Perfect Things at IMDB.

Ratings

Ash - 8/9

Brodie - 2/9

Chris - 6/9

Librarian - 7/9

Ash and Chris both feel that this is worth watching. Brodie does not. As you listen you will clearly hear this from him. Who do you agree with?

Ep. 3 - Cloak & Dagger (1984)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Ash and Brodie introduce Chris to Cloak and Dagger.

Kid Spy movie where life and death are on the line, as well as a video game called Cloak and Dagger.

Cloak and Dagger at IMDB

Ratings for

Ash 8/9

Brodie 6/9

Chris 6/9

Because of our ratings, we agree it is a movie that you should watch.

Article Ash read about the problems with Cloak and Dagger on Gizmodo.

Ep. 2 - The Last Starfighter (1984)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

The most Beautiful Trailer Park, a ton of crazy coincidences and a actor who is over the top all are part of Episode 2 of the REEL ROUND TABLE.

Ash and Brodie had both seen this in their childhood and their adulthood. Listen in and see the whole crew take it apart and at the same time hear their conviction on whether it is worth seeing this movie.

The Last Starfight at IMDB

Last Starfighter Documentary on making of the movie

Ash Review 7/9

Brodie Review 8/9

Chris Review 7/9

*** Corrections ***

Ash says that actor Dan O'Herlihy who plays Grig is same actor in Innerspace. The actor in Innerspace is Kevin McCarthy.

Ep. 1 - Three O'Clock High (1987)

Sat, 23 May 2026 13:02:00 -0500

Ash loved this movie about an average guy standing up to the new bully at school. Brodie and Chris are seeing it for the first time.

Synopsis from IMDB: A nerd gets himself in hot water with the new bully, a quiet bad boy who challenges him to fight on the grounds of their high school after the day's end.

Three O'Clock High IMDB Page

Three O'Clock High 25 year reunion

Ratings

Ash - 8/9

Brodie - 4/9

Chris - 3/9