Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation - LaF 68

This week on LaF, the guys are reviewing Mission Impossible Rogue Nation starring Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, and Rebecca Ferguson. For the fifth time, Tom Cruise plays Ethan Hunt who once again has to save the world with his own special brand of crazy stunts, car chases and running. The L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames are not in agreement about this film. Listen to them debate the merits of this film as an action film and the quality of the CGI.  

LaF wants you to weigh in on the debate. What did you think of Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation? Send your review by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting @theLaFpodcast, or messaging the show on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. 

Wee LaF for the August 7 Weekend - LaF 67

LaF is previewing three films for episode 67. The August 7th weekend is jammed packed with action, comedy, and thrillers opening in wide release. First up, is Fantastic Four starring Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Michael B. Jordan, and Jamie Bell. Fox Films is trying to reboot this superhero series for the second time. This group of four youngsters must learn to use their newly gained powers to save Earth from Doctor Doom. Next actor Joel Edgerton tries out directing with The Gift, which he also wrote and stars in alongside Jason Bateman and Rebecca Hall. This thriller sees a young married couple's lives thrown upside down after the arrival of man from the husband's past. The secret he has held onto for the last 20 years has the power to ruin everyone's life. Lastly, is Ricki and the Flash starring Meryl Streep as a musician who gave up everything for rock and roll, but through a twist of fate she has to return home to make everything alright with her family. 

If you go the theaters this weekend, then LaF know about it. Send in your review by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or sending a message on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show. 

Go Set a Watchman - LaF 66

The literature and film podcast makes history this episode by talking about something other than film. That's right, the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames are talking about literature. Both of our hosts have taught To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee for years. So they were over the moon to get their hands on Go Set a Watchman. This novel was originally written in 1955 by Harper Lee. It has been marketed as both a followup novel to TKAM and a first draft of TKAM. The guys are going to dig into this complicated history and do a little character analysis on this week's show. 

Did you read Go Set a Watchman? Let LaF know by writing into the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting the show @theLaFpodcast, or sending a message on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show.  

Wee LaF for the July 31 Weekend - LaF 65

LaF is back with another Wee LaF. Episode 65 has the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames previewing two major releases for the July 31 weekend. Opening early on Wednesday is Vacation starring Ed Helms as Rusty Griswold and Christina Applegate as his wife Debbie. Like father, like son is Rusty's motto as his decides to relive his childhood by taking his family on a road trip to "Wally World". Opening on nearly 4,000 screens is Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation starring Tom Cruise. For a fifth time, Tom plays Ethan Hunt, a super spy whose amazing running ability will once again be put to the test as he tries to save the world. 

If you go to the theaters this weekend, then let LaF know about it. Send in your reviews by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting the show @theLaFpodcast, or sending a message on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show.  

Ant-Man - LaF 64

On Episode 64, the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames are reviewing film Ant-Man. Marvel's newest superhero fare stars Paul Rudd, Michael Douglass, Evangeline Lilly, and Corey Stoll. This blockbuster features the world's smallest hero trying to save the world by stealing a deadly weapon before it can be sold to Hydra. The tables are turned on the hosts this episode. Find out why fanboy Mr. Two-Frames wasn't sold on the film, and why the L-Train finds it to be one of the best superhero films of all time. 

If you see Ant-Man, send in your review. Contact the show by emailing theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLafpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show.   

Wee LaF for the July 24 Weekend - LaF 63

LaF is back and covering all the new releases for the July 24 weekend. Adam Sandler tries to regain his crown as King of Comedy with Pixels, also starring Kevin James, Josh Gad, and Peter Dinklage. These four must band together to save the world when aliens attack in the form of classic video games. Next up, is the Paper Towns, an adaptation of the same titled novel by award-winning author John Green(best known for writing The Fault in Our Stars). While none of the characters have cancer this time around, one of them has gone missing. Now it is up to Quentin(played by Nat Wolff) and his friends to go on a road trip to find Margo(played by Cara Delevingne) . Lastly, Oscar season starts early with Southpaw. Jake Gyllenhaal is out to prove the academy was wrong to not nominate him for best actor last year. He plays boxer Billy Hope in this Rocky-ish genre film. Jake must get up off the mat after losing his wife(Rachel McAdams) to a car accident, his daughter to child protection services, and his middleweight title. Helping him is his new trainer played by Forrest Whitaker. 

If you watch any of these movies, send in your review to the LaF podcast. Contact the show by emailing the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting them @theLaFpodcast, or messaging them on Facebook. The best comments will get read on a future show.  

Trainwreck - LaF 62

LaF is featuring a special bonus episode this week as the fellas review Trainwreck. This Judd Apatow directed comedy stars Amy Schumer as a commitment-phobic writer who may have finally met Mr. Right when she is assigned to write about a sport surgeon played by Bill Hader. The L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames are joined in studio by the frequent guest The Magistar and listener Tony C. aka SuperFan. Find out who loved it, who liked it, and who forgot to laugh.  

LaF wants to know what you thought of Trainwreck. Send in your reviews by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting the show @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show. 

Me and Earl and The Dying Girl and Minions - LaF 61

This week, LaF is featuring a double review featuring Me and Earl and The Dying Girl and Minions. Find out which film failed to live up to the L-Train's expectations and which film is already in his top five for the year. Also, featuring Mr. Two-Frames comparing the films to Fault in Our Stars and Inside Out respectively.     

Today's intro and closing music comes from J.P. Kallio. Find more of his music at www.jpkalliomusic.com and follow him on twitter @jpkalliomusic. 

Did you agree with LaF's reviews on today episode? Send in your thought by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook. 

Wee LaF for the July 17 Weekend - LaF 60

LaF is previewing the two major releases opening in theaters for episode 60. First up is the Marvel comic book film Ant-Man starring Paul Rudd and Michael Douglas. Featuring the world's smallest superhero whose diminutive size and colossal strength make him the only man capable of pulling off a heist to steal back the most dangerous weapon in the world. This is the final film in stage two of the Marvel Superhero universal. Next up, is the Judd Apatow's fifith directorial film Trainwreck starring Amy Schumer, Bill Hader, and Lebron James. This R-rated comedy was written by Amy Schumer and features her unique humor as she stars as a commitment-phobic career woman who has to face her fears when she finally finds Mr. Right. 

If you go to the theaters this weekend, then email you review into the LaF podcast. Send your comments by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, of messaging us on Facebook. The best comments will get read on a future show. 

Terminator Genisys - LaF 59

Arnold is back and ready to regain his throne as king of the action movie. Reprising the role that made him famous Arnold stars in Terminator: Genisys. This is the fifth film in the Terminator movie series. This time around Arnold must save Sarah Connor and Kyle Reese in both 1984 and 2017, all while preventing SkyNet from becoming active. Tune in to episode 59 of LaF to find out what the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames think and how they rank against previous Terminator films.  

If you go see Terminator: Genisys, then LaF wants to know about it. Send in your review by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. We will read the best comments on a future show. 

Wee LaF for the July 10 Weekend - LaF 58

LaF is back with another Weekend Entertainment Edition as the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames look at the new box office releases for the July 10th weekend. Opening in wide release, is the animated kids flick Minions, which is a spinoff to the Despicable Me film series. The film explores what the Minions were up to before they met Gru. It is also one of the L-Train's best eagerly anticipated films of the year.

Opening in fairly large release is the sci-fi action thriller Self/Less starring Ryan Reynolds, Matthew Goode, and Ben Kingsley. The movie is about a rich old man who buys the opportunity to switch bodies with a younger man. Unfortunately, the process is not without complications and soon it is a race against time to figure what the corporation that preformed the operation is really up to. Look for full reviews of both films on a future episode of LaF. 

The guys have streaming picks of films for Amazon Prime and Netflix. Both film selections have been reviewed on earlier episodes on LaF. After you watch the films, go listen to our reviews.      

If you to the theaters, then write in to LaF to tell what you thought. Email the show at theLaFpodcast.@gmail.com, tweet us @theLaFpodcast, or message us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. We will read the best comments on a future show. 

Talking about Shorts - LaF 57

Episode 57 of LaF features the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames talking about short films. These mini movies can pack all the cinematic punch of a full length film and do it in 15 minutes or less.  Our hosts use them frequently in film classes to teach various aspects of the filmmaking process. The fellas have picked out five short films (Links at the bottom of the show notes) to discuss on today's show. At the 23 minute mark, the guys interview John Cunningham, the award winning director of BLT. Mr. Cunningham was kind enough to come on the show and talk about how he made BLT and Asylum.  

Shorts -

"The Morning Ritual" - http://risingfyre.com/

"DYNAMIC" - http://colchesterfilmfestival.com/60hourfilmchallenge/

"The Devil's Snare - http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi3165234969

"DAISY" - http://www.wildheartstudios.net/short-films/

"Pigeon Impossible" - http://www.mightycoconut.com/#!pigeon-impossible/c13d1

BLT - https://vimeo.com/73936736

Extra Bacon - https://vimeo.com/102830906

Summer Movie Preview - LaF 56

With Summer comes a bevy of movie releases. LaF is here to help you know what go watch in theaters. For episode 56, the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames talk about ten movies coming out between the Fourth of July and Labor Day. Our hosts have based their picks on the viewing habits of well-known listeners to the show. So if you have been writing into the show, please enjoy your personalized pick. Likewise, if you want LaF to recommend a movie to you on a future show, then start sending in your thoughts and comments on the movies you watch. 

Did we leave any Summer movies out? Agree or disagree with our picks? Let us know by contacting the show. Email us @ theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show. 

Wee LaF for the July 3 Weekend - LaF 55

LaF is celebrating Independence Day with another Wee LaF. For episode 55, there are fireworks at the box office in the form of male strippers and killer robots. Channing Tatum is back with a sequel to his 2012 breakout film Magic Mike. This time the film is XXL as Mike and the crew are hitting the road to strip their way to Myrtle for one last blow-out performance. Also returning to a film series that made him a legend, is Arnold Schwarzenegger with Terminator: Genisys. For the fifth movie in the series, the action is going back to 1984 as Arnold has to once again save John And Sarah Connor. For people staying at home, the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames have streaming and Redbox picks that are sure to please. 

If you go to the theaters, then LaF wants to know. Send in your reviews and thoughts on what you watched by emailing theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show. 

Inside Out - LaF 54

This week on LaF the guys are talking about Pixar's newest film Inside Out. This animated film stars Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, and Lewis Black. This high concept film goes inside the mind of a young girl to watch her emotions try to guide her through the difficult time of moving across the country and having to deal with a new home, school, and city. Critics have been universal in their praise for this film and are calling it one of the best films Pixar has ever made. Tune in and find out where the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames rank this film. 

LaF wants to know what you thought of Inside Out. Send in your comments by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting @theLaFpodcast.com, or messaging us at Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. The best comments will get read on a future show. 

Wee LaF for the June 26th Weekend - LaF 53

LaF is back with another Wee LaF episode, letting you know what your weekend entertainment options are. For the June 26th weekend, there are two major releases hitting theaters nationwide. Ted 2 starring Seth MacFarlane and Mark Wahlberg tries to recapture the magic of the first film that generated over half a billion dollars back in 2012. This time around, Ted is going to court to prove that this teddy bear is a person in order to qualify to become a parent. Families looking to steer clear of the R-rated comedy Ted will do better going to watch Max. Max is the heart warming story of a US Marine's dog that returns home from Afghanistan and is adapted by his handler's family after a mission goes badly. The L-Train has some streaming picks to share as well. 

Jurassic World - LaF 52

The L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames are reviewing Jurassic Park for episode 52. Starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, this blockbuster is the fourth film in the Jurassic Park series. Once again, dinosaurs are running loose and causing chaos. The co-hosts were split in their enthusiasm going into the film. Find out if the movie lived up to the hype or 500 billion dollars worth of theaters goers wasted their money on the opening weekend. 

Spoilers began at 23:40

Links - 

'Jurassic World': All the Easter Eggs, Callbacks, and Other Things You Might Have Missed (Spoilers!)  By MARCUS ERRICO
https://www.yahoo.com/movies/jurassic-world-all-the-easter-eggs-callbacks-121399591367.html

"The Strangely Cruel And Unusual Death In JURASSIC WORLD: Why does [redacted] have to die so horribly in JURASSIC WORLD?"  By DEVIN FARACI
http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2015/06/15/the-strangely-cruel-and-unusual-death-in-jurassic-world

Wee LaF for the June 20 Weekend - LaF 51

For episode 51, LaF is covering the new box office releases for the June 20 weekend. Opening in wide release is Pixar's newest film Inside Out starring Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, and Lewis Black. The movie follows Riley, a young girl, as she moves to San Francisco and has to deal with a new city, house, school. The twist is that the film goes inside her head to show her emotions Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness as individual characters. Also opening is the teen comedy Dope starring Shameik Moore and Tony Revolori. The film follows Malcolm and his friends as they go all over Los Angeles after an underground party goes badly and leaves them with a backpack full of drugs. At the end of show, Mr. Two-Frames pays up for losing the Spring Box Office challenge.

Streaming Pick of the Week

John Cunningham's "BLT"  - https://vimeo.com/73936736

Tweet him @jcimage1 and let him know what you think of his movie. 

Let LaF know if you go to the movies this weekend. Write to show by emailing us at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. We will read the best messages on a future show. 

Top 5 Films of the LaF Era - LaF 50

It is time to celebrate. LaF has made it to 50 episodes. The show was originally started in September of 2012 and was meant to only be heard by the co-hosts' students. At the beginning of 2015, the show moved to iTunes in order to reach a broader audience. To honor the longevity of the podcast, the L-Train and Mr. Two-Frames are naming their top five movies of the LaF era. These films highlight in their own way the many reasons the fellas love cinema. 

Do you agree with our lists? Send in your comments and list by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us at Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. We will read the best submissions on a future show. 

Wee LaF for the June 12 Weekend - LaF 49

Episode 49 of LaF, finds Mr. Two-Frames beside himself with excitement. On this Weekend Entertainment Edition, the fellas are talking about Jurassic World starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. The film takes place 22 years after Jurassic Park with things finally running smoothly for a number of years until the opening of a new attraction brings large problems. Opening in limited release this weekend is the teen cancer dramedy Me and Earl and the Dying Girl starring Thomas Mann, RJ Cyler, and Olivia Cooke. Don't forgot to listen for LaF's streaming picks for Amazon Prime and Netflicks.

If you go to the theaters this weekend, then LaF wants to know. Write in your comments by emailing the show at theLaFpodcast@gmail.com, tweeting us @theLaFpodcast, or messaging us on Facebook.com/theLaFpodcast. We will read the best comments on a future show.