Movie Memory Machine
Movie Memory Machine is a podcast dedicated to films that are forgotten but not gone. Each week the Machine sends us backward and forward through time and forces us to blow the dust off a wide release film that history has forgotten to decide if we should send it back to modern memory or leave it drifting in the ether of space.
Episodes

Friday Jul 12, 2024
Mini-Transmission: Poltergeist
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Friday Jul 12, 2024
"Is it still a haunted house if the only thing scaring you is the remake itself?"
Episode Description
This week, Landen and Truman revisit Poltergeist (2015) in a quick debrief, pondering why Hollywood thought a beloved classic needed a remake. From haunted closet doors to awkward dinner parties, they break down the film’s failed attempts at capturing the magic of the 1982 original. Plus, the trailer guessing game returns—this time with more clown content than anyone wanted.
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Gil Kenan
Writers: David Lindsay-Abaire (screenplay), Steven Spielberg (original story)
Main Cast:
Sam Rockwell as Eric Bowen
Rosemarie DeWitt as Amy Bowen
Jared Harris as Carrigan Burke
Jane Adams as Dr. Claire Powell
Saxon Sharbino as Kendra Bowen
Kyle Catlett as Griffin Bowen
Kennedi Clements as Madison Bowen
Film Synopsis
A suburban family discovers their new home is built on a former cemetery and that their youngest daughter has been abducted by malevolent spirits. With the help of a paranormal investigator, they fight off CGI clowns, ghostly TV hands, and a complete lack of narrative tension.
Episode Highlights
The lost art of haunted house tension: What this remake forgot about subtlety.
A deep dive into the ridiculous closet door scene and other baffling moments.
Sam Rockwell’s journey from Oscar-worthy to "Why is he here?"
The film’s inexplicable obsession with ropes and their supernatural importance.
The return of the trailer guessing game—and why we totally missed the clown content.
What’s your favorite haunted house trope? Let us know in the comments or on social media!
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Friday Jul 05, 2024
Poltergeist (2015)
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Friday Jul 05, 2024
"The scariest thing about this Poltergeist remake? Realizing Sam Rockwell starred in it and doesn’t even remember."
Episode Description
This week, Landen and Truman venture into haunted suburban basements to tackle the 2015 remake of Poltergeist. From Sam Rockwell’s detached performance to the film’s baffling creative choices, they dissect how this remake compares (spoiler: not well) to the original 1982 classic. Along the way, they unpack horror’s obsession with suburbia, the legacy of haunted house tropes, and the real villain—2015’s CGI.
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Gil Kenan
Writers: David Lindsay-Abaire (screenplay), Steven Spielberg (original story)
Main Cast:
Sam Rockwell as Eric Bowen
Rosemarie DeWitt as Amy Bowen
Jared Harris as Carrigan Burke
Jane Adams as Dr. Claire Powell
Saxon Sharbino as Kendra Bowen
Kyle Catlett as Griffin Bowen
Kennedi Clements as Madison Bowen
Film Synopsis
A financially struggling family moves into a foreclosed suburban house, only to discover their youngest daughter has been abducted by malevolent spirits. With the help of a TV ghost hunter and his paranormal team, the family faces haunted trees, creepy clowns, and questionable CGI to rescue their child before she’s lost forever.
Episode Highlights
Why the 2015 remake lacks the charm and depth of the original Poltergeist.
Sam Rockwell’s bizarrely disengaged performance as a haunted suburban dad.
The haunting suburban isolation of foreclosed neighborhoods.
How the film’s CGI turned terrifying concepts into comedy.
Why the original Poltergeist remains a haunting masterpiece.
What’s your favorite haunted house movie? Share your pick in the comments or on social media!
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Friday Jun 28, 2024
Mini-Transmission: Barnyard
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
"Barnyard isn’t just a movie—it’s an existential crisis with udders. Also, where’s Shaggy when you need him?"
Episode Description
In this mini-episode, Landen and Truman milk Barnyard (2006) for all it’s worth. From dissecting the physics of cow-tipping to imagining a hypothetical Barnyard remaster, they delve into the movie’s weirdest moments. Plus, they tackle burning questions like: Why does this movie feel like an Animal Farm parody gone wrong? And how did Nickelodeon greenlight a Barnyard video game?
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Steve Oedekerk
Writer: Steve Oedekerk
Main Cast:
Kevin James as Otis
Sam Elliott as Ben
Courteney Cox as Daisy
Danny Glover as Miles
Andie MacDowell as Etta
Jeffrey Garcia as Pip
Film Synopsis
Otis the cow (Kevin James) loves to party, but his fun-filled days are interrupted when he’s called upon to defend the barnyard from coyotes. With help from his animal friends and his late father’s guitar, Otis learns about responsibility, courage, and how to milk a joke (literally).
Episode Highlights
The physics of cow-tipping: science or cinematic liberty?
Why Shaggy’s music could have saved the Barnyard trailer.
Speculating on a 20th-anniversary Barnyard remaster (with wild new CGI dancers).
The Barnyard video game: Grand Theft Auto, but for cows.
Comparing Barnyard’s chaotic tone to Orwell’s Animal Farm.
What’s your favorite weird animated movie moment? Drop your answer in the comments or on social media!
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Friday Jun 21, 2024
Barnyard (2006)
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
"This week, we dive into a surprisingly Orwellian comedy where animals party harder than humans, and Kevin James is a cow with an identity crisis. Welcome to Barnyard."
Episode Description
This week, Landen and Truman take on Barnyard (2006), Nickelodeon’s animated spectacle about anthropomorphic farm animals. From Kevin James’ surprisingly introspective cow to Sam Elliott’s guitar-strumming patriarch, we unpack this film’s unholy combination of slapstick humor, existential undertones, and questionable design choices. Is Barnyardmisunderstood brilliance or just udderly forgettable? Let’s find out.
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Steve Oedekerk
Writer: Steve Oedekerk
Main Cast:
Kevin James as Otis
Sam Elliott as Ben
Courteney Cox as Daisy
Danny Glover as Miles
Andie MacDowell as Etta
Jeffrey Garcia as Pip
Film Synopsis
On a quiet farm, Otis the cow (Kevin James) loves partying with his animal friends, but his carefree lifestyle is upended when his father, Ben (Sam Elliott), passes away after defending the farm from coyotes. Now, Otis must learn the meaning of responsibility while balancing his inner party animal. Featuring singing animals, a wild Mike, and inexplicably gender-bending cows, this movie is truly one of a kind.
Episode Highlights
Why Barnyard feels like Animal Farm meets Looney Tunes on a caffeine binge.
The curious case of male cows with udders: What was Nickelodeon thinking?
A dive into Steve Oedekerk’s career, from Jimmy Neutron to thumb-based parodies.
How Barnyard set the stage for a Nickelodeon TV series—and why we’re afraid to watch it.
Kevin James’ blues performance: comedy or cultural appropriation?
What’s the weirdest animated movie you’ve ever watched? Drop your answer in the comments or hit us up on social media!
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Friday Jun 14, 2024
54 Director's Cut (2015)
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
"Is 54 the disco inferno we deserved, or did Harvey Weinstein douse the flames? Spoiler: It’s not Saturday Night Fever."
Episode Description
This week, Landen and Truman don their finest polyester to dive into 54 (1998), the infamous Studio 54 biopic starring Ryan Phillippe, Salma Hayek, and Mike Myers. From the party scenes to the post-production drama, they unpack how Harvey Weinstein turned what could have been a queer cinema classic into a straight-laced trainwreck. With plenty of disco ball jokes and deep dives into 70s hedonism, this episode asks: Is the director’s cut worth the hype?
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Mark Christopher
Writers: Mark Christopher
Main Cast:
Ryan Phillippe as Shane O'Shea
Salma Hayek as Anita
Mike Myers as Steve Rubell
Breckin Meyer as Greg
Neve Campbell as Julie Black
Film Synopsis
A young gas station attendant (Ryan Phillippe) gets swept into the glamorous, drug-fueled world of Studio 54, working as a bartender for the club’s eccentric owner, Steve Rubell (Mike Myers). As his relationships crumble and the IRS tightens its grip on Rubell’s empire, Shane must choose between the allure of disco debauchery and a more grounded life.
Episode Highlights
Comparing 54 to Boogie Nights: the similarities, the scandals, and the disco-ball-sized differences.
Mike Myers’ surprisingly poignant performance as Studio 54 owner Steve Rubell.
Why the theatrical cut of 54 feels like a disco floor with no lights or music.
An exploration of the film’s post-production drama and the infamous Harvey Weinstein edits.
The bittersweet potential of the director’s cut: What could’ve been for queer cinema.
Special Guest: Louis Jordan
We’re thrilled to welcome Louis Jordan to this week’s episode! Louis, a former journalist, broke the story of 54’s legendary director’s cut in a 2014 article that ignited a renewed appreciation for the film. If you love deep dives into forgotten stories, check out his podcast Mother Murderer Podcaster for more incredible tales. Listen to Mother! Murderer! Podcaster here!
What’s your favorite movie about the 70s, and does 54 deserve another spin on the turntable? Share your thoughts with us in the comments or on social media!
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Friday Jun 07, 2024
54 (1998)
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
"Is 54 the disco inferno we deserved, or did Harvey Weinstein douse the flames? Spoiler: It’s not Saturday Night Fever."
Episode Description
This week, Landen and Truman don their finest polyester to dive into 54 (1998), the infamous Studio 54 biopic starring Ryan Phillippe, Salma Hayek, and Mike Myers. From the party scenes to the post-production drama, they unpack how Harvey Weinstein turned what could have been a queer cinema classic into a straight-laced trainwreck. With plenty of disco ball jokes and deep dives into 70s hedonism, this episode asks: Is the director’s cut worth the hype?
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Mark Christopher
Writers: Mark Christopher
Main Cast:
Ryan Phillippe as Shane O'Shea
Salma Hayek as Anita
Mike Myers as Steve Rubell
Breckin Meyer as Greg
Neve Campbell as Julie Black
Film Synopsis
A young gas station attendant (Ryan Phillippe) gets swept into the glamorous, drug-fueled world of Studio 54, working as a bartender for the club’s eccentric owner, Steve Rubell (Mike Myers). As his relationships crumble and the IRS tightens its grip on Rubell’s empire, Shane must choose between the allure of disco debauchery and a more grounded life.
Episode Highlights
Comparing 54 to Boogie Nights: the similarities, the scandals, and the disco-ball-sized differences.
Mike Myers’ surprisingly poignant performance as Studio 54 owner Steve Rubell.
Why the theatrical cut of 54 feels like a disco floor with no lights or music.
An exploration of the film’s post-production drama and the infamous Harvey Weinstein edits.
The bittersweet potential of the director’s cut: What could’ve been for queer cinema.
What’s your favorite movie about the 70s, and does 54 deserve another spin on the turntable? Share your thoughts with us in the comments or on social media!
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Friday May 31, 2024
Mini-Transmission: The Legend of Tarzan
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
"Dads, apes, and shirtless brawls—what more could a movie trailer promise? And what less could a movie deliver?"
Episode Description
In this mini-episode, Landen and Truman swing back into the jungle of The Legend of Tarzan (2016), where they ponder why dads love gorilla fights, critique vine physics, and play the trailer guessing game. Plus, they take a detour into motion capture history and debate whether CGI apes should ever return to cinema.
Major Cast and Crew
Director: David Yates
Writers: Adam Cozad, Craig Brewer
Main Cast:
Alexander Skarsgård as John Clayton / Tarzan
Margot Robbie as Jane Clayton
Christoph Waltz as Leon Rom
Samuel L. Jackson as George Washington Williams
Djimon Hounsou as Chief Mbonga
Film Synopsis
Returning to the jungle to save his wife, Tarzan (Alexander Skarsgård) faces colonial oppressors, steamy vine stunts, and the eternal struggle of justifying a $180 million reboot.
Episode Highlights
Debating Tarzan’s vine-swinging physics versus Spider-Man’s web-slinging.
The strange absence of epic vine-swinging scenes in a Tarzan movie.
Samuel L. Jackson’s hilarious ride-along and dad-appealing one-liners.
A reflection on Disney’s Tarzan and its 1999 Kmart soundtrack dominance.
How CGI apes went from groundbreaking to groan-inducing.
What’s your favorite Tarzan adaptation? And do dads really need 110 minutes of jungle action, or is a 4-minute YouTube clip enough? Let us know in the comments or on social media!
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Friday May 24, 2024
The Legend of Tarzan (2016)
Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
"What happens when you drag Tarzan out of the jungle and into the House of Lords? An overly complicated plot and some very toned muscles, apparently."
Episode Description
In this episode, Landen and Truman explore The Legend of Tarzan (2016), a film that asks, “What if Tarzan fought colonialism?” and then barely answers. From Alexander Skarsgård’s meticulously sculpted physique to Christoph Waltz’s villain in a white suit, they examine what worked (Samuel L. Jackson’s quips) and what didn’t (pretty much everything else). Along the way, they question whether it’s even possible—or necessary—to update pulp characters for modern audiences.
Major Cast and Crew
Director: David Yates
Writers: Adam Cozad, Craig Brewer
Main Cast:
Alexander Skarsgård as John Clayton / Tarzan
Margot Robbie as Jane Clayton
Christoph Waltz as Leon Rom
Samuel L. Jackson as George Washington Williams
Djimon Hounsou as Chief Mbonga
Film Synopsis
Tarzan, aka John Clayton (Alexander Skarsgård), has traded his loincloth for a three-piece suit as a member of England’s House of Lords. But when his wife Jane (Margot Robbie) is kidnapped by colonial forces led by Leon Rom (Christoph Waltz), he must return to the jungle to save her. Joined by American diplomat George Washington Williams (Samuel L. Jackson), Tarzan battles villainous Belgians, awkward racial politics, and his own irrelevance in a modern blockbuster landscape.
Episode Highlights
The evolution of Tarzan from literary icon to Hollywood’s least requested reboot.
Samuel L. Jackson playing second fiddle to a man raised by apes—and the absurdity of it.
A breakdown of Tarzan’s outdated pulp origins and their clash with 21st-century sensibilities.
Alexander Skarsgård’s dedication to his physique: Tarzan abs or modern art installation?
The fascinating (and infuriating) true history of George Washington Williams, reduced to a sidekick role.
What’s your favorite (or least favorite) pulp character adaptation? Let us know in the comments or on social media!
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Friday May 17, 2024
Mini-Transmission: Life or Something Like It
Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
"Oreos, Limp Bizkit references, and questionable PG-13 ‘romance’—yes, it’s very 2002."
Episode Description
In this mini-episode, Landen and Truman break down the small but unforgettable details of Life or Something Like It. From Limp Bizkit jokes to a PG-13 sex scene scored by Jewel, they explore the film’s awkward attempt to balance romance, existentialism, and Angelina Jolie’s frosted hair tips. Plus, they play the trailer guessing game and reflect on whether high school is anyone’s authentic self.
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Stephen Herek
Writers: Dana Stevens, John Scott Shepherd
Main Cast:
Angelina Jolie as Lainey Kerrigan
Edward Burns as Pete Scanlon
Tony Shalhoub as Prophet Jack
Stockard Channing as Deborah Connors
Christian Kane as Cal Cooper
Film Synopsis
A street prophet declares that TV reporter Lainey Kerrigan (Angelina Jolie) has seven days to live, sending her on a journey of self-discovery, bad music montages, and romantic entanglements with her cameraman, Pete (Edward Burns). Together, they learn that love and life are a lot like a Jewel song—confusing, awkward, and full of bad metaphors.
Episode Highlights
The 2002 soundtrack: Limp Bizkit jokes, Jewel ballads, and Foo Fighters' “Learn to Fly.”
Why high school might not actually be your “authentic self.”
A hilarious breakdown of the PG-13 “romance” scene.
Playing the trailer guessing game: what was in the movie vs. what wasn’t.
The secret connection between Lainey’s apartment and Frasier.
What’s your favorite “so bad it’s good” rom-com? Let us know in the comments or on social media!
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Friday May 10, 2024
Life or Something Like It (2002)
Friday May 10, 2024
Friday May 10, 2024
"I’ve never been so hungry for Oreos and simultaneously mad about how they were displayed in a movie."
Episode Description
In this episode of Movie Memory Machine, Landen and Truman revisit Life or Something Like It (2002), Angelina Jolie’s rom-com attempt to bring existential questions and flannel-clad charm into our lives. From over-styled Oreos to Tony Shalhoub outclassing everyone with Gore-Tex boots, they explore how this movie grapples with death, romance, and the early 2000s aesthetic.
Major Cast and Crew
Director: Stephen Herek
Writers: Dana Stevens, John Scott Shepherd
Main Cast:
Angelina Jolie as Lainey Kerrigan
Edward Burns as Pete Scanlon
Tony Shalhoub as Prophet Jack
Stockard Channing as Deborah Connors
Christian Kane as Cal Cooper
Film Synopsis
Lainey Kerrigan (Angelina Jolie), a polished Seattle TV news reporter, has it all—fame, fortune, and a perfect fiancé—until a street prophet (Tony Shalhoub) declares she’ll die in seven days. As her life unravels faster than her perfectly coiffed hair, Lainey teams up with her rugged, aloof cameraman Pete (Edward Burns) to find purpose and maybe, just maybe, love before her time is up.
Episode Highlights
Why Angelina Jolie’s character could only exist in 2002.
Ed Burns as the cinematic embodiment of “that guy at the grill.”
How Tony Shalhoub elevates every movie—even if he’s predicting doom.
The art of over-styled Oreos: food, aesthetics, or both?
How the film blends rom-com tropes with existential dread (successfully or not).
What’s your favorite existential rom-com? Let us know in the comments or on social media!
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