Jim and Ben’s Movie Adventures

68. Star Wars Episode III Revenge of the Sith

Jim and Ben plunge into the fiery lava that is Revenge of the Sith to unpack its breathtaking scale, emotional highs, and the pivotal moment that reshaped the galaxy. They explore why Anakin’s turn to the dark side (while iconic), still feels rushed and structurally flawed, even amid some of the best action in Star Wars history. From opera houses to Mustafar, it’s a deep dive into a film that’s as glorious as it is broken.

67. Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones

Jim and Ben take on the most divisive Star Wars prequel in a scene-by-scene breakdown that nearly broke them. Jim thinks Attack of the Clones has aged like fine wine (although to be fair he doesn't actually drink wine), while Ben thinks it’s still a cinematic war crime. From sand rants to Yoda flips, pear cutting to political coups, it's all here — and yeah, we talk about that couch scene. Join us as we try to answer the question: is Episode II due for a modern redemption… or is it still the ultimate cringe?

66. Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace

Jim and Ben ignite their lightsabers to revisit The Phantom Menace—the most misunderstood Star Wars film of them all. From podracing and politics to Jar Jar Binks and galactic betrayal, they ask: was this movie always better than people said? This one's for the kids who never stopped loving it.

65. 12 Angry Men (1957)

This week, Jim and Ben step into the jury room to ask: how did a black-and-white film from 1957 with no names, no action, and one single room turn out to be one of the greatest movies ever made? It’s not just a masterpiece, it’s a quiet punch to the gut.

64. Jurassic World: Dominion

Jim and Ben actually agree on something...that this film missed the mark by a wide margin. Join us to revisit Jurassic World: Dominion.

63. Step Up 3D

Jim owes Ben an apology because...he actually loved Step Up 3D and he thinks you will too! Listen in to find out why!

62. The Maze Runner

Jim and Ben strap on their running shoes and enter the Maze. But does the weakness of the sequels stop this YA classic cold before it gets out of the gate?

61. Seven Samurai

Jim and Ben settle in for the three and half hour epic, Seven Samurai! But should you judge a film from 1954 by modern standards...probably not!

60. Where the Wild Things Are

Jim and Ben sail away to 'Where the Wild Things Are' and discover a moody, strange and unsettling experience...but does that make it good?

59. The Truman Show

Jim and Ben tune-in to the structural and comedic perfection of 'The Truman Show'!