Forgotten Cinema

This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes travel to Savannah with "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil", Clint Eastwood’s atmospheric crime drama steeped in Southern culture and myth.
Both Mike Butler and Mike Field enjoy the film, though they agree it is not without its shortcomings. The story could have benefited from spending more time with Jude Law’s character, as well as further developing the relationship between John Cusack and Kevin Spacey’s characters. Without that added depth, parts of the film risk feeling distant and a bit underdeveloped.
What keeps the film engaging is Eastwood’s steady direction and eye for tone. He leans into the unique personality of Savannah, allowing its culture, folklore, and eccentric characters to bring life to what might otherwise feel like an overly long and dry crime drama. A standout element is the inclusion of Lady Chablis as herself, delivering a memorable and charismatic performance that adds both authenticity and energy.
While it may not fully realize all of its character potential, "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" remains a compelling and worthwhile watch thanks to its atmosphere, performances, and sense of place.
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0:00 - Introduction
3:19 - Film Facts
10:26 - Film Discussion
34:03 - Reviews
35:26 - Who Would You Recommend This To?
38:36 - Why Is This Forgotten?
40:33 - Plugs
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This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes revisit "Secondhand Lions", the heartfelt coming-of-age story that blends tall tales, family, and a whole lot of charm.
Mike Butler and Mike Field really enjoy this film, especially for its message and Robert Duvall's performance, who brings warmth, humor, and gravitas to the role. The movie’s themes about storytelling, masculinity, and choosing what to believe in life resonate strongly, giving the film a lasting emotional core.
That said, the film is not without its flaws. Both Mikes take issue with the ending, including both the reshot version and the original intent, feeling that neither fully sticks the landing. Field also has some concerns with Haley Joel Osment’s performance in certain scenes, wondering if the direction may not have fully supported what the character needed.
Even with those criticisms, "Secondhand Lions" remains a charming and memorable film that is easy to recommend. It may not be perfect, but its heart, performances, and message make it a story worth revisiting.
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3:19 - Film Facts
9:05 - Film Discussion
30:41 - Reviews
33:45 - Who Would You Recommend This To?
41:03 - Why Is This Forgotten?
43:30 - Plugs
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Four more movies. Four more verdicts.
This week: the killer fungus is among us, Alan Ritchson faces off against a reject a killing machine from space (Iron Giant, anyone?), Sam Rockwell trying to save the world from a time-traveling AI in Gore Verbinski's latest fever dream, and Sam Raimi sending Rachel McAdams to a deserted island to get revenge on her boss.
Field's defense of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull: https://pintocomics.libsyn.com/dead-men-cant-jump
00:00 Cold Open
00:33 Cold Storage (2026)
03:02 War Machine (2026)
05:19 Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die (2026)
07:50 Send Help (2026)
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This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes head into orbit with "Gravity", the Audience Choice winner for this season.
Both Mike Butler and Mike Field really enjoy the film, and it is easy to see why it earned the audience vote. While it may not hit quite the same heights as that first IMAX 3D experience, "Gravity" still holds up as an intense and visually stunning survival story.
Sandra Bullock carries the film almost entirely on her own, delivering a performance that keeps the tension grounded and the stakes personal. George Clooney adds a memorable and charismatic presence that helps balance the film’s more intense moments.
The Mikes do have a couple of small nitpicks. Butler feels the film loses a bit of momentum toward the end of the second act, and Field is not a big fan of the repeated space station problem Bullock’s character has to face. Still, these are minor issues in an otherwise gripping and well-crafted film.
Tense, immersive, and technically impressive, "Gravity" remains a standout survival story and a deserving Audience Choice selection.
What's your favorite "realistic" sci-fi film? Let us know in the comments!
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0:00 - Introduction
3:21 - Film Facts
8:54 - Film Discussion
23:11 - Reviews
29:30 - Who Would You Recommend This To?
32:15 - Why Is This Forgotten?
39:41 - Plugs
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Join Mike Butler and Mike Field as they take a journey through space with Ryan Gosling and a talking rock and discuss the new smash hit sci-fi film "Project Hail Mary"!
The Mikes (especially Butler) will discuss how much they love the film. Butler uses the word phenomenal a lot. They will though, talk about some issues they had with the film, regarding the hero's journey story being told and how a twist at the very end should maybe have happened a tad earlier in the film.
Overall though, this is an excellent film, and the Mikes recommend everyone who wants to see an uplifting film that celebrates friendship and science go see "Project Hail Mary" in theaters!
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