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SEND US SOME FAN MAIL We’re kicking off October with a trip straight into the depths of space and possibly straight into hell. Welcome to the first episode of our October Spooky Movies series on Nostalgia Check, where Brendan and Juan finally watch the 1997 sci-fi horror classic Event Horizon for the very first time! Starring Sam Neill, Laurence Fishburne, Joely Richardson, and Jason Isaacs, Event Horizon follows a rescue crew sent to investigate a mysterious spaceship that has reappeared after disappearing during its experimental journey through space. What they discover aboard the Event Horizon is something far more horrifying than they ever imagined. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, this 1997 science fiction horror film has built a legendary reputation for its disturbing imagery, psychological terror, unsettling atmosphere, and unforgettable descent into cosmic horror. But does Event Horizon still hold up nearly 30 years later? Is it a genuinely terrifying horror movie, an underrated sci-fi masterpiece, or just a collection of disturbing nightmares held together by a spaceship? Brendan and Juan are putting this cult horror classic to the test in our first-time watch episode of Nostalgia Check. Expect hilarious reactions, horror movie discussion, nostalgic movie analysis, and plenty of questionable decisions made by people who probably should not be allowed anywhere near a haunted spaceship. And we’re just getting started. Next week, our October Spooky Movies series continues with Cujo (1983), the Stephen King adaptation about a family trapped in a car with a very angry, very dangerous dog. It’s going to be a barking good time. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL  We are rewinding the clock and rewatching Paul Verhoeven’s outrageous sci-fi action classic to find out if this movie still holds up nearly 30 years later. Before the internet turned Starship Troopers into one of the most frequently misunderstood cult movies of the 1990s, it was a giant bug killing, space fighting, military science fiction movie packed with explosions, gore, cheesy performances, wild special effects, and a whole lot more going on underneath the surface. In this episode of Nostalgia Check, BJ and Juan revisit Starship Troopers and take a fresh look at the movie we remember from the 1990s. Does the action still deliver? Do the giant bugs still look awesome? How well do the practical effects and visual effects hold up? Is the acting intentionally over the top or just wonderfully ridiculous? And perhaps most importantly, does the satire and political commentary behind Paul Verhoeven’s Starship Troopers still land today? We talk about Casper Van Dien, Denise Richards, Dina Meyer, Neil Patrick Harris, Michael Ironside, Jake Busey, Clancy Brown and the rest of the Starship Troopers cast, along with the movie’s unforgettable battle sequences, giant alien bugs, military propaganda, futuristic society, controversial themes, brutal violence, ridiculous dialogue, and massive 1990s sci-fi movie energy. We also look at Starship Troopers as a piece of 1990s movie history and ask the bigger Nostalgia Check question: Are we remembering the movie accurately, or are we remembering the version of it that existed in our heads? This isn’t just a review. It’s a rewatch. Nostalgia Check is BJ in the Morning’s movie series where we revisit movies from across the last several decades, putting our memories and nostalgia to the test. Some movies get better with age. Some don’t. And some turn out to be completely different movies than we remembered. So grab your helmet, report for duty, and join us for another Nostalgia Check. Did Starship Troopers pass the Nostalgia Check? Watch the episode and let us know what you think about Starship Troopers in the comments. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL The Abyss (1989) is finally getting its Nostalgia Check! For this episode of Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning, we are watching James Cameron’s underwater science fiction epic for the FIRST TIME. No nostalgia. No rose colored glasses. No childhood memories telling us something is better than it actually is. Just two movie fans going back to 1989 to find out whether The Abyss still holds up. Starring Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, and Michael Biehn, The Abyss follows a civilian underwater drilling crew recruited to investigate a mysterious sunken nuclear submarine. What starts as a dangerous recovery mission quickly turns into something much bigger when the crew encounters something they were never expecting deep beneath the ocean. So after more than 35 years, the big question is: DOES THE ABYSS STILL HOLD UP? Is this an overlooked James Cameron masterpiece? Does the underwater filmmaking still look incredible? Do Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, and Michael Biehn deliver? Does the science fiction story still work? Are the practical effects and visual effects still impressive? And most importantly… DOES THE ABYSS PASS THE NOSTALGIA CHECK? Join Brendan and Juan for another episode of Nostalgia Check as we revisit the movies that shaped our moviegoing history, discover movies we somehow missed, and put nostalgia itself on trial. Nostalgia Check is all about looking back at movies from across the last several decades and asking a simple question: are these movies actually as good as we remember, or have we been letting nostalgia do the heavy lifting? Expect movie reviews, movie discussions, comedy, movie trivia, behind the scenes stories, filmmaking history, unpopular opinions, nostalgia, and plenty of arguments about whether a movie deserves to be remembered. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to BJ in the Morning and follow Nostalgia  Tell us in the comments: Did you grow up with The Abyss? Have you seen the theatrical cut or the Special Edition? Do you think The Abyss deserves to be considered one of James Cameron’s best movies? #TheAbyss #TheAbyss1989 #JamesCameron #EdHarris #NostalgiaCheck #BJInTheMorning #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatching #SciFiMovies #1980sMovies Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL We are going back to the world under the bed with a rewatch of Little Monsters (1989)! Starring Fred Savage, Howie Mandel, Daniel Stern, Margaret Whitton, and Ben Savage, this bizarre fantasy comedy was a childhood favorite for a lot of people. But does Little Monsters still hold up all these years later? On this episode of Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning, we revisit the 1989 cult classic and put our childhood memories to the test. We talk about the story, characters, performances, practical effects, weird moments, childhood nostalgia, and all the things we completely forgot about this movie. Is Little Monsters actually a great nostalgic kids movie, or were we just too young to know better? We are looking at Little Monsters 1989, Fred Savage, Howie Mandel, childhood movies, 80s movies, 90s nostalgia, fantasy movies, comedy movies, cult classics, movie rewatches, nostalgic movies, movies from the 1980s, and whether childhood favorites still hold up today. This is Nostalgia Check, where we revisit movies we remember, discover movies we missed, and find out whether nostalgia deserves a passing grade. Did Little Monsters pass the nostalgia check? Let us know your score for Little Monsters in the comments! Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check, we finally watch LINCOLN (2012) for the first time! Steven Spielberg’s acclaimed historical drama starring Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln takes us into one of the most important and turbulent moments in American history as Lincoln fights to pass the 13th Amendment and bring an end to slavery during the final months of the Civil War. But does Lincoln actually live up to its massive reputation? Brendan and Juan break down Lincoln for the first time, discussing Daniel Day-Lewis’s Oscar-winning performance, Steven Spielberg’s direction, the historical drama, the performances, the writing, the pacing, the Civil War setting, Abraham Lincoln’s character, the 13th Amendment, and whether Lincoln deserves its reputation as one of the greatest historical movies of the 21st century. Is Lincoln a masterpiece? Is it too slow? Does Daniel Day-Lewis completely disappear into the role? And most importantly, does LINCOLN pass the Nostalgia Check? We also make a BIG change to the Nostalgia Check wheel of years. Instead of continuing to randomly select movies from 2015 through 2025, we removed the entire 2015 to 2025 range and added the COMPLETE 1980s to the wheel. That means our movie time capsule is getting even bigger, and we could be heading all the way back to 1980 for our next movie. Nostalgia Check is our ongoing movie series where we revisit movies we remember, discover movies we missed, and decide whether they’re actually as good as we remember. We aren’t just asking whether a movie is nostalgic. We’re asking whether it still holds up. Watch our first time reaction and discussion of Lincoln (2012), then let us know in the comments: Does Lincoln pass the Nostalgia Check? Of the Two Abe Lincoln movies we watched for 2012, which was better? #Lincoln #Lincoln2012 #StevenSpielberg #DanielDayLewis #NostalgiaCheck #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatch #AbrahamLincoln #HistoricalMovies #MoviePodcast Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL We’re going back to 2012 for a full rewatch of Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter! Before Lincoln was known as the 16th President of the United States, apparently he was also spending his nights hunting vampires with a silver-coated axe. Benjamin Walker stars as Abraham Lincoln in this completely ridiculous historical fantasy action horror movie directed by Timur Bekmambetov and produced by Tim Burton. In this episode, we revisit Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter to see if this bizarre mashup of American history, vampires, Civil War action, horror, fantasy, and over-the-top CGI is actually as entertaining as we remember. Does the movie deserve more credit for its insane premise and visual style, or does the concept work better as a joke than it does as a full-length movie? We’re talking Benjamin Walker as Abraham Lincoln, Dominic Cooper as Henry Sturges, Anthony Mackie as Will Johnson, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Mary Todd Lincoln, Rufus Sewell as Adam, the vampire mythology, the silver axe, the Civil War storyline, the vampire Confederate army, Timur Bekmambetov’s action style, the ridiculous slow-motion sequences, the CGI, the historical liberties, and whether Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter passes our Nostalgia Check. Is Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter actually a good movie? Is it a guilty pleasure? Is it one of the most ridiculous historical fantasy movies ever made? Or is it exactly the kind of insane 2012 movie we need to appreciate all over again? Join us for our Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter rewatch and let’s find out if this vampire-hunting presidential action movie still holds up. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL What happens when a "normal" guy starts uncovering a bizarre conspiracy hidden beneath the surface of Los Angeles? In this first time watch of Under the Silver Lake (2018), BJ in the Morning dives into one of the strangest, most mysterious, and most divisive movies of the last decade. Starring Andrew Garfield, Riley Keough, and Topher Grace, Under the Silver Lake is a surreal neo noir mystery filled with secret messages, hidden symbols, cryptic clues, conspiracy theories, missing women, strange characters, and a massive puzzle hiding in plain sight. Sam thinks he has uncovered something much bigger than a simple disappearance, sending him through Los Angeles in search of answers. But the deeper he goes, the more bizarre everything becomes. In this episode, we break down the plot of Under the Silver Lake, discuss the movie’s hidden meanings and try to figure out exactly what David Robert Mitchell was trying to say. Is Under the Silver Lake a brilliant mystery movie, an intentionally confusing conspiracy thriller, or one giant cinematic puzzle that refuses to give you the answers? Watch along with us as we experience Under the Silver Lake for the first time and decide whether this strange 2018 movie deserves the hype. If you enjoy first time movie reactions, movie podcasts, movie reviews, film discussions, mystery movies, conspiracy movies, hidden meanings in movies, and deep dives into strange films, make sure to subscribe to BJ in the Morning. #UnderTheSilverLake #AndrewGarfield #MoviePodcast #FirstTimeWatch #MovieReview #DavidRobertMitchell Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Is Hereditary (2018) still one of the greatest horror movies ever made, or has time changed the way we look at Ari Aster’s terrifying debut? In this episode of Nostalgia Check, we revisit the psychological horror phenomenon starring Toni Collette, Alex Wolff, Milly Shapiro, and Gabriel Byrne to see if it still deserves its legendary reputation. From its unforgettable opening act and shocking twists to its disturbing family drama, hidden details, symbolism, and chilling ending, we break down everything that makes Hereditary one of the most talked about horror films of the modern era. Does the slow burn storytelling still work? Is Toni Collette’s performance one of the greatest in horror history? Does it excel better as a one time watch, or do rewatched help?  And does the ending still leave audiences speechless?  Join us as we discuss the plot, themes, cinematography, directing, performances, scares, hidden clues, and whether Hereditary still passes the ultimate Nostalgia Check. In this episode: Full Hereditary movie breakdownAri Aster’s directing styleToni Collette’s unforgettable performanceBest scenes and biggest scaresDoes Hereditary still hold up?Our final ratings and verdict If you enjoy movie reviews, movie podcasts, horror movie discussions, first time watches, rewatches, ending explained videos, and deep dives into modern horror classics, be sure to subscribe and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check. This week we are watching Primal Fear (1996) for the very first time. Starring Richard Gere, Edward Norton, Laura Linney, John Mahoney, Frances McDormand, and Alfre Woodard, this courtroom thriller has built a reputation as one of the greatest legal dramas and psychological thrillers of the 1990s. Did Primal Fear deserve all the praise? Does Edward Norton’s legendary debut performance still live up to the hype? And is the shocking ending still one of the best twists in movie history? In this episode we break down the biggest moments of the film, discuss the performances, explore the courtroom drama, analyze the mystery behind Aaron Stampler, and share our honest first impressions without nostalgia getting in the way. We discuss: Full Primal Fear plot breakdownEdward Norton’s incredible debut performanceRichard Gere as defense attorney Martin VailThe courtroom scenes and legal dramaThe film’s unforgettable ending and twistCharacters, themes, directing, and writingDoes Primal Fear still hold up today?Our final ratings and whether it earns our recommendationIf you enjoy movie reviews, first time watches, classic film discussions, courtroom thrillers, psychological thrillers, and deep movie conversations, make sure to subscribe for new episodes every week. We revisit movies from every year of the last three decades to find out whether they still deserve their reputation. What did you think of Primal Fear? Did you see the ending coming? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. #PrimalFear #EdwardNorton #RichardGere #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatching #CourtroomDrama #PsychologicalThriller #1996Movies #FilmReview #MoviePodcast #NostalgiaCheck #ClassicMovies Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check! This week we’re revisiting The Cable Guy (1996), Ben Stiller’s bizarre dark comedy starring Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, and Leslie Mann. When The Cable Guy hit theaters in 1996, audiences expecting another goofy Jim Carrey comedy got something much stranger. Instead, they got a psychological black comedy about obsession, loneliness, and one of Carrey’s most unforgettable performances. The film divided critics and fans at the time but has since become a genuine cult classic.  Did The Cable Guy deserve its cult status, or is it still one of Jim Carrey’s strangest movies? Let us know in the comments! Like the video if you enjoyed it.  Subscribe for new movie discussions every week. New episodes every week featuring first-time watches, rewatches, and movies from every year we’ve been alive! #TheCableGuy #JimCarrey #NostalgiaCheck #MovieReview #CultClassic #BenStiller #90sMovies #ComedyMovies #MoviePodcast #MatthewBroderick Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check, we’re checking out The Town (2010) for the very first time. Ben Affleck directs and stars in this acclaimed crime thriller about a group of Charlestown bank robbers whose lives spiral out of control after a hostage situation leads to an unexpected relationship.  We discuss the performances, the action, the emotional core of the story, and whether The Town deserves its reputation as one of the best crime dramas of its era. Does it pass the Nostalgia Check despite being a first-time watch? Tune in to find out Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check! This week we’re revisiting The Social Network (2010), David Fincher’s Oscar-winning drama that tells the story behind the creation of Facebook and the rise of Mark Zuckerberg. Does The Social Network still deserve its reputation as one of the greatest films of the 2010s? Or has time changed the way we look at this modern classic? In this episode, we discuss: • A full plot breakdown and the movie’s biggest moments  • Behind-the-scenes IMDb trivia and production facts  • Reading and reacting to IMDb user reviews  • Reviewing popular Letterboxd reviews  • Performances from Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer, and Rooney Mara  • Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross’ unforgettable Oscar-winning score  • David Fincher’s directing and Aaron Sorkin’s incredible screenplay  • Our final Nostalgia Check verdict and movie ratings Did The Social Network pass the Nostalgia Check? Watch to hear our final thoughts, then let us know your rating in the comments. If you enjoy movie reviews, film discussions, nostalgia, IMDb facts, Letterboxd reactions, and revisiting movies from the last 30 years, be sure to subscribe for new episodes every week. Like the video if you enjoyed it, leave a comment with your rating, and subscribe so you never miss a new episode. #TheSocialNetwork #MovieReview #DavidFincher #JesseEisenberg #AaronSorkin #Letterboxd #IMDb #FacebookMovie #NostalgiaCheck #MoviePodcast Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning, we’re watching Martin Scorsese’s 1995 crime epic Casino for the very first time. Did one of the greatest gangster films ever made live up to decades of hype? We break down the biggest moments, discuss Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci’s performances, dive into IMDb and Letterboxd reviews, and decide if Casino passes the Nostalgia Check. At the end of the episode, we spin the wheel to decide what comes next, and it lands on 2010. That means our next watch will be The Social Network. If you enjoy movie discussions, first-time watches, nostalgic rewatches, and honest reviews, be sure to subscribe and let us know what movie we should cover next. What did you think of Casino? Is it one of Scorsese’s best films, or do you still prefer Goodfellas? #Casino #MartinScorsese #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatch #RobertDeNiro #JoePesci #SharonStone #CrimeMovies #FilmPodcast #MoviePodcast #NostalgiaCheck #BJInTheMorning #TheSocialNetwork Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL What happens when you revisit the movie that changed animation forever? This week on Nostalgia Check, we’re taking a fresh look at Toy Story (1995), Pixar’s groundbreaking first feature film that introduced the world to Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and a whole new era of animated movies. We break down the biggest story moments, discuss what still works nearly 30 years later, revisit IMDb and Letterboxd audience reviews, share behind-the-scenes facts, and decide whether Toy Story still deserves its legendary reputation. Does the friendship between Woody and Buzz still hit the same? Does the animation hold up? Is this still one of Pixar’s greatest films? At the end of the episode, we give our official Nostalgia Check verdict and score to answer the biggest question: Does Toy Story (1995) still pass the Nostalgia Check? If you enjoy movie reviews, nostalgic rewatches, movie podcasts, and conversations about classic films from the last 30 years, be sure to subscribe and let us know what movie we should revisit. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL It's a first-time watch of The Details (2011) starring Tobey Maguire, Elizabeth Banks, Ray Liotta, Laura Linney, and Dennis Haysbert. Neither of us had seen this overlooked dark comedy before, so we went in completely blind. We break down the movie’s biggest moments, discuss the performances, share IMDb and Letterboxd reviews, and decide whether this strange suburban morality tale deserved more attention or was forgotten for a reason. Can a movie about raccoons, lies, guilt, and increasingly terrible decisions become a hidden classic? Or is it simply one of the strangest films of 2011? In this episode: First time watching The DetailsIMDb and Letterboxd audience reviewsPlot breakdown and key momentsOur final scoreDoes The Details pass the Nostalgia Check?Have you seen The Details? Let us know if you think it’s an underrated hidden gem or one that should stay forgotten. Subscribe for weekly movie reviews, first-time watches, nostalgia revisits, and discussions covering films from every year we’ve been alive. #TheDetails #TobeyMaguire #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatching #ElizabethBanks #2011Movies #HiddenGem #Podcast #MoviePodcast #FilmReview Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube