Down the Hall

Oscar Talk! Let's RANK the 2018 Oscars Best Picture Nominees

So now that the Oscars are here, you heard about all of the Best Picture Nominees but are any of them actually worth seeing?? We still aim to help you save time and "Take Back Movie Night" but this time it is through the lens of ranking the Best Picture Nominees 10-1 (there were 9 but we cheated and added 1....shhh). Also, we asked YOU what your "favorite movie of 2017 was that DID NOT get nominated." In this episode you will hear us reference several interviews we have done including Kurt Braunohler (The Big Sick), Hayden Szeto (The Edge of 17), and Paul Walter Hauser (I, Tonya). You can find those older epsiodes in our library and be sure to look for next weeks episode which is an interview with Sam Humphrey of The Greatest Showman!

Band of Robbers / Rodney vs Lyndon in "Band Name or Gang Name?" / Hollywood Bromances

Thanks to Jameson from Portland, the guys were able to watch and choose "Band of Robbers" as the Movie Night Pick of the Week! It is a DEEP Netflix find which is what Down the Hall is all about! Also in this episode it's Rodney vs Lyndon in "Band or Gang?" Plus we discuss YOUR answers to "Hollywood Bromances." 2015 - PG-13 - Comedy, Action Starring: Kyle Gallner, Adam Nee, Matthew Gray Gubler, Hannibal Burres Director: The Nee Brothers iMDB: 6.0 Rotten Tomatoes: 77%

Daniel Kraus, Co-Author of "The Shape of Water" with Guillermo Del Toro

In the mood for an interesting story? How about a small idea from a 15-year-old in Iowa followed by an innocent conversation over breakfast ultimately leading to the creation of a film sporting 13 Oscar nominations including Best Picture! Jump on into this conversation with Daniel Kraus, Co-Author of "The Shape of Water" who birthed the idea that became the blockbuster film directed by Guillermo Del Toro. You can find out more about Daniel at www.danielkraus.com

I Love You Man / Chet's Engagement Story and Awful First Date / Celebrity Bridal Party

In this episode the guys talk through "I Love You Man" as the Movie Night pick of the week! It's a quote-driven, hilarious film dealing with the awkwardness of adult friendship. We also give a movie to avoid and ask YOU the question, "Who would be your celebrity groomsmen/bridesmaids?" 2009 - R - Comedy Starring: Paul Rudd, Jason Segel, Rashida Jones, Jon Favreau Director: John Hamburg iMDB: 7.0 Rotten Tomatoes: 83%

Me Before You / A Controversial Romantic Drama? / Bane and a Game of Thrones Quiz

What's better than 3 guys discussing a Romantic/Drama that was highly controversial upon its release? 3 guys discussing a Romantic/Drama that was highly controversial upon its release AND partaking in a Game of Thrones themed quiz! Hop on in as the guys help you Take Back Movie Night with "Me Before You" Starring: Emelia Clarke, Sam Claflin Director: Thea Sharrock Where to Find: Amazon Prime iMDB: 7.4 Rotten Tomatoes: 57%

Paul Walter Hauser of "I, Tonya"

In this episode, Paul Walter Hauser who plays Shawn Eckhardt in the Oscar-nominated "I, Tonya" joins the show! Listen in as he talks backstage stories, the challenges of portraying a real-life person, and a story of when he was momentarily Margot Robbie's real-life bodyguard!

Mudbound / The Greatest Netflix Original? / Would You Rathers

Join us this week as we talk through the first ever Netflix original film to be discussed for Best Picture. Also, we play “Would you rather” with the listeners! 2017 - R - Historical Drama Starring: Garrett Hedlund, Carey Mulligan, Jason Clarke, Jonathan Banks, Rob Morgan, Mary J. Blige, Jason Mitchell Director: Dee Rees IMDb: 7.5 Rotten Tomatoes: 96%

Free Fire / A Real Life Shootout / Movie-Character-Gun-Fight-Champion

A Movie Night pick, a movie to avoid, and picking a champion for a movie character shootout. A fun, witty, banter-filled film leading to a fun, witty, banter-filled episode! Action, Comedy, Drama - R - 2016 Starring: Armie Hammer, Brie Larson, Sharlto Copley, Cillian Murphy Director: Ben Wheatley Where to Find It: Amazon Prime Jump on in to a quick, spoiler-free discussion about "Free Fire", and action comedy that we think is definitely worth your Movie Night! Also in this episode we get YOUR answers for "Which movie character would you pick in a gun fight?"

My Life as a Zucchini / Most Anticipated Movies of 2018

Trust us! A 98% Rotten Tomatoes score and Rodney's first 10! Animation, Comedy, Drama - PG-13 - 2016 Starring: Nick Offerman, Ellen Page (English version) Director: Claude Barras Where to Find It: Netflix Take back Movie Night with this incredible film, My Life as a Zucchini. Don't let the title chase you away! Take our word for it and give this a try. It has extremely high scores from the critics, the general public, and the guys of Down the Hall! Also in this episode, what are YOUR most anticipated movies of 2018?

Bright / Fantasy Buddy Cops / Sir Sean Connery Himself

This episode had Chet in tears laughing as he edited it. Action, Drama, Fantasy - PG-13 - 2017 Starring: Will Smith, Joel Edgerton, Noomie Rapace Director: David Ayers Where to Find: Netflix (Original) In this episode, the guys help you take back Movie Night with this extremely unique film. They also ask the question "Who would YOUR fantasy buddy cop be?" Lots and lots of laughs as Sean Connery himself makes a surprise appearance!