Trimming The Movie Fat

After a long hiatus, host Stephen Nicholson returns to Trimming The Movie Fat with guest Paul Melon for a cinematic deep dive worthy of the Corleone name. In this comeback episode — the first since 2025 — the duo critiques all three Godfather films, dissecting their power, family, and legacy. Expect movie trailers, vintage interviews, and critical reviews woven through their discussion as they decide which entries deserve to stay in the trilogy… and which should be cut.

It’s an offer you can’t refuse — a collector’s return to one of cinema’s greatest sagas.

Join host Stephen Nicholson on Trimming the Movie Fat as we venture into deep space to rank all nine films in the Alien franchise.
From the claustrophobic terror of Alien to the action-packed chaos of Aliens, and through the divisive prequels and spin-offs, Stephen breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and which entries truly earn their place in sci-fi horror history.
Expect sharp insights, bold opinions, and maybe a few surprises as we decide which Xenomorph reigns supreme.
In space, no one can hear you rank… but we’re doing it anyway!
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🦇 Trimming The Movie Fat is back with a Gotham-sized rewatch! Hosted by Stephen Nicholson, this week’s episode is:

“Bat to the Future: The Batman (2022) Rewatch”

In just 13 minutes, Stephen dives into Matt Reeves’ The Batman — exploring its noir style, performances, and place in the Dark Knight legacy. Is it top, middle, or lower tier Batman? Tune in to find out!

🔗 Listen now and join the debate.

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Not so long ago, in a galaxy not so far away, TTMF podcast host Stephen Nicholson and friend Paul Melon, got together to rewatch and critique the original Star Wars trilogy - A New Hope (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), Return of the Jedi (1983).

Join them as they share fond memories of seeing the movies on original release, what Star Wars means to them, and which of the three movies they regard as the best.

13:06 Discussing A New Hope
33:33 Discussing The Empire Strikes Back 
47:39 Discussing Return of the Jedi

Also, look out for original trailers, interviews, and Siskel & Ebert’s reviews.

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Summary

In this episode, Stephen and Paul delve into the Lethal Weapon film series, discussing each installment's impact, humor, and legacy. They explore the evolution of the buddy cop genre, the chemistry between the leads, and the cultural significance of the films. The conversation reflects on nostalgia, memorable scenes, and the franchise's overall standing in cinematic history.

Chapters

00:35 Introduction to Lethal Weapon Series
01:12 Exploring Lethal Weapon (1987)
15:29 Diving into Lethal Weapon 2 (1989)
28:20 Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) Discussion
40:40 Lethal Weapon 4 (1998) Discussion
56:15 Franchise Legacy and Final Thoughts

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