Well… “reviews” might be pushing the definition of the word. It’s more like a couple of self-proclaimed geeks talking about the movie, which, as it turns out, is kinda fun.
If you’ve ever wondered how geeks converse about movies (though I’m not sure why you would), Lee and Dan’s Midnight Movie Club is a good place to go. It’s not a monologue, like most blogs, it’s a conversation. That’s what I find most interesting about this concept. I enjoy the back and forth of the discussion, and how some completely relevant statement can lead off into some completely irrelevant topic, but still stay interesting. Plus, they don’t take themselves too seriously – they’re just having fun talking about something they enjoy (or don’t) and it’s always fun to hear people talk about their passions.
The other thing about the “club” is that they don’t waste their time reviewing movies currently out in the cinema or recently released on DVD. That’s much too mainstream for them. No, they prefer to stick to movies that you might run across flipping through channels just as you’re about to go to bed – when you have to make the decision, “do I stay up and watch this, or go to sleep?” They watch one movie a week that they consider to be one that you might stay up for, and then talk about whether they made the right decision, and why.
So far, they’ve hit James Bond’s Moonraker, The Great Muppet Caper, Scrooged, Back to the Future, and Cannonball Run. Next up is Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure. I just recorded a guest appearance on a podcast that’ll be released in a couple of weeks about one of my favorite films from the ’80s (I’m not going to say which one – don’t want to spoil their announcement). I had a good time talking with these guys. Take a few moments and head over to the site. Join in the conversation. And in a couple of weeks, go back and hear me spout off and generally prove how full of useless knowledge I am (don’t worry, I’ll post a reminder in case you forget).
You’ll have to hear my voice, but that’s the price you pay, I’m afraid. After all, I have a master plan to consider here, and you must play your part.
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It was great having ou on the podcast Jeff. i’m in the process of editing it now (cutting out all Lee’s bits) and I was just thinking how we must get you back for another go at it.
Thanks for the plug:)
.-= Dan´s last blog ..Babes, Trains, and Pensive Girls =-.
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Jeff says:
January 11th, 2010 at 12:50 am
I’m game. Just let me know early enough to secure of a copy of whatever movie you’re watching.
Maybe next time I’ll put on some sort of silly accent so I fit in better. I’d probably just drop in and out of it though. Hey, if it was good enough for Costner, it’s good enough for me.
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Have just it to my goggle reader and will go have a squizz.
Though I know how geeks talk, as this is a geek family. There’s a special kind of language isn’t there
.-= WiddleShamrock´s last blog ..Pottering about the place =-.
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