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"Weird Al" Yankovic helps Paul, Jason, and June break down the 2010 horror film, Birdemic: Shock and Terror, recorded LIVE at the Largo theater in Los Angeles. They dig into all the bad CGI, un-needed B-Roll, the Tippi Hedren “cameo,” and ponder if the environmentalism of this movie really works. Plus, special guest Whitney Moore (Nathalie) joins the crew to answer all their questions about the filming of this movie, including how she ended up auditioning for the film and what's the deal with that orange bathing suit. (Originally Released 02/28/2012) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDT

Paul and Jason chat about reality TV, music they're loving, and their favorite L.A. activities. Plus, Paul digs into corrections and omissions from Jonathan Livingston Seagull, shares bonus content from the live show, and reveals next week's movie.  PAUL & JASON'S PICKS:Taskmaster UKIt Came from Aquarius RecordsOther MusicSandwiches of HistoryF*ck, That's Delicious JASON'S MUSIC PICKS:"I Got Heaven" by Mannequin Pussy"Bird Hour" by 7ebra"All Fiction" by Pile"Grapevine" by Career Woman"Come With Fierce Grace" by Alabaster DePlume"Dark Dancing / I'm Scanning Things I Can't See" by Fievel Is Glauque"Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war))" by Jaimie Branch   Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPa

Giant birds, weird wheelchairs, and ghosting are just some of the unbelievable things that are found in the 2013 Will & Jaden Smith vehicle After Earth. Paul F. Tompkins joins Paul, June, & Jason to discuss future British accents, an emotionless Will Smith, and animals that do nothing but kill. They also talk about the possible references to Scientology, a future with no doors & only a sword as a weapon, and June’s interpretation of what really happened in the birthday candles flashback scene. (Originally released 06/11/2013)  Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie mer

The HDTGM crew are LIVE from the Beacon Theatre in New York to break down the 1973 tale of a rebellious young seagull who just wants to fly fast and ends up... in outer space?! Despite June insisting the movie made her feel "not well", they discuss Neil Diamond's nonsense soundtrack, Jonathan's whispery voice, the film's religious undertones, and much more. Plus, we hear compelling evidence that this film could be on the list of crimes committed by the Nixon administration.   Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream

Kulap Vilaysack (Add to Cart podcast) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the 2002 family musical comedy The Country Bears. They talk about the scale of the bears, Queen Latifah appearing as both herself and a character, why Trixie wasn’t one of the Country Bears, honey being booze for bears, and much more. Plus, June shares advice on what to do if you encounter a bear. (Originally released 06/06/2019) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.twitch.tv/friendzoneLike g

Jason and Paul answer listener calls and reminisce about old sitcoms, Paul digs into corrections and omissions from The First Power, shares a bonus scene from The First Power live show, and announces next week's movie.   Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.twitch.tv/friendzoneLike good movies too? Subscribe to Unspooled with Paul and Amy Nicholson: listen.earwolf.com/unspooledSubscribe to The Deep Dive with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael: www.thedeepdiveaca

Ike Barinholtz and Erin Gibson join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2004 thriller Cellular starring Chris Evans, Kim Basinger, and Jason Statham. They talk about William H. Macy’s amazing performance, Kim Basinger’s character naming her son Ricky Martin, and the makers of the movie not knowing how cellphones work. Plus, everyone has some fun with their new favorite character “Jason Statham Angeleno.” (Originally released 01/17/2019) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.

LIVE from the Chevalier Theatre in Boston, the HDTGM crew break down the 1990 Lou Diamond Phillips horror-thriller The First Power. They discuss LDP constantly pulling out his gun, the homeless flying bag lady, sultry psychic Tess, and if the killer did actually possess a horse. Plus, Paul gets lost in the theater during the audience Q&A.   Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.twitch.tv/friendzoneLike good movies too? Subscribe to Unspooled with Paul and Amy Nicho

Topher Grace and Joel Kim Booster join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2007 French thriller The Secret starring David Duchovny & Olivia Thirlby. They do their best to unpack the insane premise of a mother’s spirit going into her daughter’s body. Plus, Jason & Paul explain the film's plot to June to hear her reaction. (Originally released 04/11/2019) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.twitch.tv/friendzoneLike good movies too? Subscribe to Unspooled with Paul an

Paul and Jason answer listener calls on the help line, Paul digs into corrections & omissions from Switch, shares a bonus scene from the Switch live show, and announces next week's movie.  PAUL & JASON'S PICKS:Shin Kamen Rider"Everyone Is Dead Except Us" by Wolfie's Just FineSolGaard Carry-On Closet SuitcaseEvergoods Transit Duffle 35LEvergoods Transit Packing Cube 8L    Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.twitch.tv/friendzoneLike good movies too? Subscribe t

In a special 100th episode of HDTGM, Paul, June, and Jason finally tackle Junior, the movie that inspired HDTGM’s original cover art! They’ll cover everything from Smartszennegger, Emma Thompson being a klutz, Schwarzenegger in drag, DeVito’s jerk off room, and how there is no scientific explanation for how Schwarzenegger’s baby could survive in his belly. Plus, everyone pitches their remake of the film. (Originally released 12/25/2014) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST

HDTGM all-star Jessica St. Clair (The Deep Dive) joins Paul, June, & Jason to break down the 1991 body swap comedy Switch starring Ellen Barkin & Jimmy Smits. LIVE from the Wilbur Theater in Boston, the crew discuss the hot tub murder scene, the protagonist's homophobia, the ad agency boss' perm, and the restaurant exclusively for slow-dancing lesbians. Plus, they ask "Is the learning curve for walking in high heels 50 days?" and "Would this movie have been better if the ex-girlfriends were witches?"   Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stor

LIVE from Chicago, Paul, June, and Jason discuss the 1996 live action/animated sports comedy Space Jam starring Michael Jordan. They talk about Michael Jordan being unfazed when he meets the Looney Tunes, horny Bugs Bunny, soul stealing aliens, Bill Murray elevating the movie, the definition of a “jam,” and much more. (Originally released 02/13/2020) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.twitch.tv/friendzoneLike good movies too? Subscribe to Unspooled with Paul and Amy

Jason and Paul give a behind-the-scenes recap of the Balcony Monsters Tour. Plus, Paul digs into corrections & omissions from Hangman and announces next week's movie. PAUL & JASON'S PODCAST PICKS:The Andy Daly Podcast ProjectValley HeatDeath on the LotYou Must Remember This: Star Wars JASON'S MUSIC PICKS:"Lose" by Hannah Jadagu"What You Did" by Hannah Jadagu"Cowboy Nudes" by Geese"Nurse!" by Bar Italia"Eastern Ave" by Flasher"Careful of Your Keepers" by This Is The Kit"Tomorrow's Fire" by Squirrel Flower"Cut Worms" by Cut Worms"Jelly Road" by Blake Mills"Gabriel" by Daryl JohnsFeeble Little HorseBig ThiefBilly Tibbals  BEST BOSTON-BASED SPEEDBOAT RIDE NAMED CODZILLA:Codzilla Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: d

Bryan Safi & Erin Gibson (Attitudes! podcast) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2017 psychological crime thriller The Snowman starring Michael Fassbender and Rebecca Ferguson. LIVE from Largo in Los Angeles, they discuss the name Harry Hole, how nobody ever mentions there's a snowman at every crime scene, the coffee bean torture scene, and more. Plus, we hear some exclusive behind the scenes info from someone who worked on the film. (Originally released 03/14/2019) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live o

PA_L, JA_ON, & J_NE play detective while breaking down the 2017 serial killer mystery Hangman starring Al Pacino, Karl Urban, & Brittany Snow. This is a movie where a killer teases his crimes via the children's game Hangman, yet the cops NOT ONCE TRY TO SOLVE THE HANGMAN PUZZLE! In their best Pacino southern accents, the HDTGM crew ask: Why does Brittany Snow have unlimited crime scene access? Why did the killer write in Latin? Was Al Pacino the eviction man? Would Bosch have solved this case instantly?! The only thing that makes sense in this movie is June's analysis of Brittany Snow's hair... put a bun on 'er!  Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul

Go Ninja! Go Ninja! Go!!! Adam Pally joins Paul, Jason, and June to discuss Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze LIVE from Irving Plaza in New York City. They cover the horrific amount of pizza, why these are the most charmless turtles imaginable, April O’Neil’s strange relationship with the turtles, and more. Plus, we hear from Vanilla Ice himself on how Ninja Rap was born. (Originally released 06/26/2015) Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM movie merch over at teepublic.com/stores/hdtgmPaul and Rob Huebel stream live on Twitch every Thursday 8-10pm EST: www.twitc

Paul & Jason chat about books & podcasts they're currently loving, and Paul digs into corrections & omissions from Absolution, shares a bonus scene from the Absolution live show, and announces next week's movie. Go to www.tusctogether.com to donate to The Union Solidarity Coalition and to bid on auction items that support striking crew members who have lost their health insurance. PAUL'S PICKS:Don't Panic with Anthony Atamanuik Harlem Shuffle by Colson WhiteheadLight the FuseCelebrity Book Club with Chelsea Devantez Tom Bihn Shadow Guide Backpack JASON'S PICKS:The Last Action Heroes by Nick de SemlyenOne By WillieStrong SongsThe Rodge TapesDrifting Off with Joe Pera   Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: disc

HDTGM all-stars Nicole Byer (Best Friends) and Adam Scott (R U Talkin’ R.E.M. RE: ME?) join Paul and Jason to talk about the 2018 science fiction thriller The Meg starring Jason Statham. Recorded live at Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they talk about Statham’s incredible diving, the secondary characters being stereotypes, and the Meg eye stab. (Originally released 08/30/2018) Go to www.tusctogether.com to donate to the Union Solidarity Coalition and to bid on auction items that support striking crew members who've lost their health insurance. Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s movie recs on Letterboxd: letterboxd.com/paulscheer/Check out new HDTGM

HDTGM all-star Jessica St. Clair returns to help break down the 1997 sci-fi masterpiece Absolution (aka The Journey: Absolution) starring Mario Lopez, Jaime Pressly, & Richard Grieco. Recorded LIVE from Largo in LA, they discuss the title credits over b-roll of lava, the awful sex scene, Team Z's long underwear, and Richard Grieco's inspired performance. Plus, Jessica compares the movie to Coal Miner's Daughter even though she's never seen it. Go to www.tusctogether.com to donate to the Union Solidarity Coalition and to bid on auction items that support striking crew members who have lost their health insurance.   Tix for our Spring 2025 tour in Austin, Denver, Seattle, Boise, San Fran, Portland, & Los Angeles are on sale now at hdtgm.com.Order Paul’s book about his childhood: Joyful Recollections of TraumaFor extra content on Matinee Monday movies, visit Paul's YouTube page: youtube.com/paulscheerTalk bad movies on the HDTGM Discord: discord.gg/hdtgmPaul’s Discord: discord.gg/paulscheerFollow Paul’s