We arrive at 1975, this is the year of Stanley Kubrick’s costume drama Barry Lyndon. Barry Lyndon is a 18th century Irish man played by Ryan O’Neal .The film follows his rise from been a nobody on the run from the law to getting married into Nobility. Unfortunately his success doesn’t come from a genuine way of hard work, he lies, cheats and gambles his way to getting noticed, and eventually finds the power he craves by marring a Noble woman. For me it is Kubrick’s hidden gem, the way he shot the film is brilliant, the use of the English countryside and huge manors for interior shots is beautiful, well worth a watch I say.

1980, now we have Stanley Kubrick’s movie about a descent into madness, The Shining. Jack Nicholson’s performance is just brilliantly insane, the look he has in his eyes just looks wild and savage like, he really looks like something has clicked in his head and has drove him over the sanity barrier. Full Metal Jacket is next for Kubrick in 1987, this is a war movie set during the Vietnam War.  This film is like a film in two halves, the first following recruits at a training camp, the second, following the war through the eyes of one of the recruits from the first half. For me the first half of the film is stronger, in my opinion. Lee Emery plays a drill Sgt. training these recruits he is such a character you just never forget him and some of the things he comes out with. Kubrick goes back to his strong use of music too, lets say you will never see the Micky Mouse Club Song sung in any other way stranger and darker than this.

It would be a long wait for his next film, 1999 to be exact. That film was Eyes Wide Shut starring Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise. This film is another not often talked about gem from Kubrick. The film is like one big daydream, the use of color and long camera panning shots is brilliant. Believe it or not both leads were great in their roles too. This film I believe has a R rating in the US, believe me it needs that rating, there is a few scenes taking place in a mansion with a strange cult, these scenes are not for young eyes. This film reminds me of Alfred Hitchcock‘s work because its like a mystery cat chase mouse film. Unfortunately Kubrick never got to see the release of it he died on March 7th, 1999. The world lost a great visionary director, who tried to make every film different but also somewhat familiar with his usual tricks of music and sound. Watch his movies you will not regret it. Thanks for reading.

With the blockbuster season heating up it brings a smile to my face to see Star Trek Into Darkness finally arrive at my local theater! Being Star Trek fan from way back I really didn’t want to see the franchise rebooted but after seeing J.J. Abrams excellent Star Trek I was looking forward to seeing the franchise grow and what  J.J. Abrams would have in store for us with the next installment. The cast is all back for Into Darkness Chris Pine as Kirk and Zachary Quinto as Spock lead the way. How does Star Trek Into Darkness fair? Does it live up to the Star Trek name? Listen to our review  and find out. Then email us your review moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call the voice mail number 260-573-0015. We want your reviews so keep em coming!

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With the recent release and box office success of Iron Man 3 we decided it would be fun to take a look back at all three Iron Man movies! From casting choices to villains we discuss all things Iron Man. We also raise the question should this be the last stand alone Iron Man movie with Robert Downey Jr. Listen in and find out! Then let us know your thoughts on All things Iron Man! Email us moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call the voice mail number 260-573-0015

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Have you ever watched a movie and been totally amazed by the visuals? And wondered if they were put there to distract you from poor casting or acting? This is the question the Great Gatsby starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan and Joel Edgerton raises. The Movie Maniac Craig, Doug and Jeremy weigh in on this visually stunning movie. Does it have the cast to equal the visuals? Listen in and find out! We would like to know your review of  The Great Gatsby or any movie you want to review! Send your reviews to moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call the voice mail number 260-573-0015

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After re-watching all the Stanley Kubrick movies, the thought came to me, why not make your next post on Movie Madness Podcast about his films, so here it is. Stanley Kubrick for me, made his films always with a sparkle of mad story telling, with a twist of classical music thrown in, its like he is making these films for him and no one else. For me he was a Visionary he wanted us to not just watch but also listen to and feel his movies. With what could be a controversial move I’m starting from 1960, for I feel that is the start of the genius. 1960 was the release of Spartacus. This very famously starred Kirk Douglas in one of his most famous roles. This movie was a huge commercial success earning six Academy Award nominations and winning four, this told the world that Kubrick was a great Director in the making. Next was Lolita in 1962, this film for me is hard to watch, it stars the great James Mason who plays a character who has a crush on a young teenage girl, and  follows their journey through their lives. Its great for James Mason’s acting but I could not warm to it. Next up was the brilliant Dr Strangelove, in 1964. This film was a black comedy set after World War II, and the start of the cold war. Its a brilliant watch with Peter Sellers playing three very different roles. For me this starts off the path of Kubrick doing movies that stay with you because, you are always thinking about them, even days after watching them. 1968 is here and so is 2001: A Space Odyssey.   This for me is one off the greatest science fiction movies of all time. It shows us the story of Mans rise to power and where it could lead in the future. Its worth seeing alone for the brilliant use of music and early special effects, and not forgetting Hal, who in my view is, one of the greatest “Movie Villains” of all time. 1971 and A Clockwork Orange is brought into the world by Kubrick. This is one great movie but, it is, a very violent movie. The film could be described as an exploration of violence and experimental rehabilitation by the law, and what sort of measures they could go to to stop this violence. I was glued to this film there is so much going on, it shows how far Kubrick would go to make his film stand out and get noticed. I’m keeping this short and sweet. I shall return with final part of this great Directors work.

The first big blockbuster has hit in Iron Man 3 starring Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Guy Pearce and Ben Kingsley. The guys were so excited for this movie because it was on all of their Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2013 Lists. So did Iron Man 3 live up to the hype? Listen in and find out what the guys thought you might be surprised. We want to know your thoughts on Iron Man 3! Is it the best of the series? Or is it time to hang up the suit? Send your reviews to moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call the voice mail 260-573-0015. We want your reviews

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You know we here at Movie Madness Podcast love our Action and Sci-Fi movies but we also have a softer side. Try to keep it a secret. So we decided to step out of our comfort zone and discuss our Top 10 Movie Couples. From timeless classics to hidden gems and a few surprising picks we had a blast recording this episode. We would love to hear your Top 10 Movie Couples. You can email your picks to moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call the voice mail 260-573-0015. Also we want your movie reviews! Take a second and call them in have fun with it! We are!

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We are back once again bringing you more movie reviews. Join us as we review Pain & Gain starring Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne Johnson. Craig also gives a glowing review of Quartet directed by Dustin Hoffman and starring Maggie Smith, Tom Courtney, and Billy Connolly. Quartet is a limited release hidden gem! If you love music and timeless romance this should not be missed earning one of the Movie Maniacs highest ratings. And finally Doug was able to see G.I. Joe: Retaliation! Was it worth the wait? Listen in and find out. If you would like to review movies with us feel free to send your reviews or show suggestions to moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call the voice mail 260-573-0015. We are always wanting to hear from you so give us a call!

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Do you ever have a movie catch you by surprise? Well this week both Doug and Craig were very surprised and happy when they left the theater!  Listen in and hear why Oblivion starring Tom Cruise, Andrea Riseborough, the great Morgan Freeman and Olga Kurylenko is a must see! Also Craig follows up Jeremy with his own glowing review of The Croods starring Emma Stone, Ryan Reynolds and Nicolas Cage. Don’t miss out on your chance to see this wonderful family movie in theaters! We want your movie reviews! send them to moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call the voice mail # 260-573-0015 with your movie reviews. We are always looking for more great friends of the show to keep us up on the latest and greatest movies!

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Its amazing to me that it has taken this long for a modern day big screen telling of the Jackie Robinson story! Finally we get 42 starring Chadwick Bosman as Jackie Robinson, Harrison Ford as Branch Rickey. Is 42 a home run? or does it fade to a deep fly ball? Listen in and hear what The Movie Maniac Craig has to say about this potential summer classic. We want your movie reviews! for this or any movie! So keep em coming. You can email us moviemadnesspodcast@gmail.com or call in your review to the voice mail # 260-573-0015 we would love to hear from you.

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