Almost Classic Movies
Welcome to Almost Classic Movies, the podcast where two movie fans talk about movies. From epic adventures like Lord of the Rings to iconic comedies like Wayne's World and Ferris Bueller's Day Off, we explore a blend of almost classics, cult favorites, seasonal gems, and even actual classics. ("Almost Classic Movies" is frankly just a catchy title that riffs off a particular TV program).
It's just two friends talking movies—one loves production trivia, while the other enjoys simply watching and soaking in the story. We strive for evergreen content, so you can pick an episode anywhere and dive right in. If you like what you hear, share it with a friend, family member, or maybe even Chris Hemsworth or Ryan Reynolds... That'd be pretty cool.
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Almost Classic Movies
Batman v Superman: Martha, Please.
Movie: Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
Hosts: Jon & Donald
Runtime: 1h 7m
Rating: 5/10 (High Five)
🎧 Summary
In this episode of Almost Classic Movies, Jon and Donald suit up for a deep (and occasionally derailed) dive into Zack Snyder’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. From Ben Affleck’s surprisingly solid Bruce Wayne to Jesse Eisenberg’s twitchy Lex Luthor, the guys debate what worked, what didn’t, and what could’ve made this overstuffed superhero showdown truly soar.
They revisit the movie’s cultural hype, the Martha moment, and why this film felt more like a Justice League teaser than the gritty character study it could’ve been. With comparisons to animated adaptations, wish.com Doomsday, and plenty of popcorn-movie praise, this is one Almost Classic you won’t want to miss.
Plus:
🦇 Why Affleck might be the most balanced Batman yet
🧠What makes Wonder Woman’s theme a running gag
🍑 The surprisingly unsettling peach tea scene
đź’” The odd pacing, unnecessary fluff, and wasted potential
🎥 Alternate endings, missed opportunities, and director debates
📉 Final verdict: A fun rewatch, but still frustrating
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Contact:
Email: almostclassicmovies@gmail.com
Instagram: @almostclassicmovies
Co-Hosts:
Jon K.
Donald S.
Podcast Production:
Wayfare Recording Co.
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