Is there a movie you sort of remember loving in the 90's/ early 2000's, but you're not quite sure if it was actually any good? Nostalgia Be Damned has got you covered! Join Zach & Brandon every week as they revisit forgotten gems, underrated box office flops, classics, and dumpster fires alike that they loved as kids. They cover the entire film's plot to remind you just how crazy some of them were, while ultimately trying to determine if the movie holds up today.
Episodes
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Austin Powers in Goldmember
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
He's got the Midas touch, but he touched it too much. Zach & Brandon revisit one of their favorite characters from their childhood, and one of the most recognizable pop-culture creations of the 1990s, Austin Powers. Yeah, baby! Rather than dissect the original, or its shagadelic sequel, they tackle the third entry in this popular spy parody franchise. Austin teams up with Foxxy Cleopatra to take down Dr. Evil & Goldmember while also making a whole lot of mole puns, fart jokes, and quintessential early 2000s references. The boys get into everything that works and doesn't work about this sequel, including the legendary Michael Caine as Austin's 'Faja,' the hilarious meta opening, the strange amount of musical interludes, recycled gags, and Mini- Me's kickstand talents. GROOVY!
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003)
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
2003's The Texas Chainsaw Massacre ushered in a new wave of classic horror remakes throughout the remainder of the decade. Zach and Brandon revisit this box office hit to see if it remains as brutal and unflinching as they remember. Is this one of the better horror remakes of its time or is it a whole lot of desaturated style over substance? Topics of discussion include salting stump legs, the producers' desperate attempts to soak Jessica Biel's white tank top, the dolly shot through the back of that lady's head, and R. Lee Ermey's truly gross-o character.
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Zoolander
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
One look? One look? I don't think so! Zach and Brandon revisit one of their favorite comedies growing up, Zoolander. Released just two weeks after the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks, Zoolander was considered a disappointment at first, but slowly built a devoted cult fanbase over the next few years. Endlessly quotable and a clever satire on the fashion industry & celebrity culture, it's a true time capsule of the early 2000s. There's runway walk-off competitions, gasoline fights, celebrity cameos galore, and one of Will Ferrell's greatest moments in front of a camera. It also taught us valuable lessons like there's more to life than being really really really ridiculously good looking. And that Hansel, he's so hot right now.
Saturday Feb 15, 2020
Bad Boys 2
Saturday Feb 15, 2020
Saturday Feb 15, 2020
At a hefty two and half hours long, there's a lot to say. Zach and Brandon revisit a favorite from their teenage years- one that's got excessively long car chases, several factions of ecstasy obsessed villains, and charismatic leads. With 2003's Bad Boys II, Michael Bay unleashed his MOST Michael Bay creation overflowing with booty shots, fast cars, and wait, is that Michael Shannon at a KKK rally? And are those rats having sex? Are those REAL rats simulating sex in missionary position? Was that Dan Marino? Lots to cover, a whole lot to dissect. Whatcha gonna do?
Sunday Oct 27, 2019
Signs
Sunday Oct 27, 2019
Sunday Oct 27, 2019
Zach & Brandon take a look back at 2002's sci-fi thriller Signs. They unpack Shyamalan twists and their thoughts on his filmography. Brandon was diagnosed with Shyamalan fever back in the day while Zach was a little cold on the filmmaker, even before his later career missteps. So grab a half full glass of 'contaminated' water, wrap your tin foil hat, and tell Merrill to 'swing away,' because we're seeing Signs.
Sunday Sep 29, 2019
Shark Tale
Sunday Sep 29, 2019
Sunday Sep 29, 2019
Zach & Brandon dive into the Academy Award nominated Shark Tale to see if this early 2000's Dreamworks' family comedy holds up 15 years later. They discuss the vegetarian shark subtext, the ill advised animation of Will Smeeth (yes, that's spelled correctly) as a fish, literal loan sharks, and 'OJ Shrimpson.'
Monday Aug 26, 2019
Cats & Dogs
Monday Aug 26, 2019
Monday Aug 26, 2019
We've all known cats and dogs are mortal enemies, but in 2001 we found out why. Cats & Dogs answers the age old question, positing a world in which these two household creatures are waging a war right under our noses. Zach & Brandon revisit a childhood favorite to see if this family comedy lands in the doghouse or the litter box... either way it won't be good. They discuss the complexities of the dog/spy world, puppet animal violence, a spirited voice performance by Sean Hayes, as well as some troubling Nazi subtext.
Tuesday May 28, 2019
Spider-Man (2002)
Tuesday May 28, 2019
Tuesday May 28, 2019
Sam Raimi's Spider-Man set the stage for the modern superhero origin story. Following successful adaptations of Superman, Batman, and the X-Men, 2002 brought the release of Tobey Maguire's 35-year-old high schooler Peter Parker, and his wild ride through puberty and one helluva spider bite transformation. Join Zach & Brandon as they revisit one of their favorite flicks from their preteen years to hear all their thoughts on how the movie shaped the genre today, that sexy upside down kiss, and the brilliance of J.K. Simmons & Willem Dafoe. Plus they get into Mopey Maguire, Uncle Ben's tearful goodbye and Macho Man Randy Savage!
Sunday Apr 07, 2019
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer‘s Stone
Sunday Apr 07, 2019
Sunday Apr 07, 2019
There isn't a 90's kid alive who isn't aware of the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Whether a fan or not, it was impossible to not get swept up in the cultural phenomenon of the series - and it all starts with the 2001 family fantasy adventure Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. The boys debate whether or not the first entry in the wildly successful franchise holds up 18 years after its release. They also discuss early 2000's CGI, the nightmare of actually attending this school, the rationale behind leaving a wizard celebrity in the hands of some extremely abusive relatives, and much more!
Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
The Fast and the Furious
Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
Zach & Brandon take a look back at the racing flick that started it all! They discuss The Fast and the Furious franchise roots as well as how the series evolved since its simple inception. What began as some street racers stealing VHS/ DVD combo players would eventually spiral out of control and into superhero/ super-spy territory. But they're taking it back to the sweaty, Limp Bizkit filled year of 2001 to get into the Diesel/ Walker bromance, Vince's toxic masculinity and of course that sweet NOS CGI!
Monday Mar 04, 2019
National Treasure
Monday Mar 04, 2019
Monday Mar 04, 2019
Zach & Brandon rediscover 2004's historically ACCURATE action adventure blockbuster National Treasure. From Nic Cage's forfeiture of a billion dollars to the amount of times the phrase 'steal the Declaration of Independence' is uttered, they're diving deep into the movie Brandon watched several times in high school on standard def in history class.
Saturday Feb 09, 2019
The Road to El Dorado
Saturday Feb 09, 2019
Saturday Feb 09, 2019
The boys saddle up for an animated adventure filled with Elton John music and implied sex acts. Zach & Brandon share their thoughts on 2000's The Road to El Dorado, including its two interchangeable leads, TWO animal sidekicks, and a villain obsessed with sacrifice. Another early DreamWorks flick with suggestive humor and bright animation that ended up underperforming at the box office. Is it worth introducing to a new generation?
Thursday Jan 17, 2019
Shrek
Thursday Jan 17, 2019
Thursday Jan 17, 2019
The boys take a close look at 2001's third highest grossing movie, and recipient of the first Best Animated Feature Academy Award, Shrek. They also discuss Brandon's obsession with Smash Mouth's 'Astro Lounge' album, the stellar voice cast, as well as the long production history of the film.
Sunday Dec 02, 2018
Chicken Run
Sunday Dec 02, 2018
Sunday Dec 02, 2018
Despite its critical and commercial success, the boys debate whether 2000's Chicken Run remains popular 18 years after its release. They also examine the dark WWII parallels, the villains' loveless marriage, and its impressive stop-motion animation.
Thursday Oct 25, 2018
Saw (2004)
Thursday Oct 25, 2018
Thursday Oct 25, 2018
Zach & Brandon dissect the hugely successful independent horror hit that inspired the 'torture porn' sub-genre. The boys discuss 2004's Saw, it's killer ending, unhinged performances, and new metal aesthetic. Does Saw deserve to be called one of the defining horror films of its decade, or is it simply a gimmicky premise that was stretched out over seven sequels?
Thursday Sep 27, 2018
The Emperor‘s New Groove
Thursday Sep 27, 2018
Thursday Sep 27, 2018
After months on hiatus, Brandon and Zach are back and groovier than ever, revisiting The Emperor's New Groove!
Thursday May 17, 2018
Freddy vs. Jason
Thursday May 17, 2018
Thursday May 17, 2018
Brandon and Zach watch this clash of slasher film titans, 2003's Freddy Vs. Jason.
Thursday May 10, 2018
Bruce Almighty
Thursday May 10, 2018
Thursday May 10, 2018
What if God was one of us? Just a Buffalo tv reporter like one of us? Brandon and Zach find out covering 2003's Bruce Almighty.
Thursday Apr 26, 2018
Kangaroo Jack
Thursday Apr 26, 2018
Thursday Apr 26, 2018
Brandon and Zach take on everyone's favorite movie about a non-talking, talking kangaroo.
Thursday Apr 12, 2018
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Thursday Apr 12, 2018
Thursday Apr 12, 2018
This franchise brought in billions of dollars. Brandon and Zach talk about the movie that started it all, 2003's Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.