Movie Nerds with Kyle and Russel
Welcome to Movie Nerds with Russel Lolacher and Kyle Wells!
We dive deep into the captivating world of films, unravelling the rich tapestry of cinema history, one theme at a time. From classic noir to modern blockbusters to the films of Clint Eastwood, Russel and Kyle bring their movie knowledge, opinions and passionate discussions to every episode. Whether you're a seasoned cinephile or just looking for your next movie night pick, Movie Nerds is your ultimate guide.
Tune in for insightful analysis, fascinating film facts, and a fresh perspective on your favourite flicks.
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- Update frequency
- every 23 days
- Average duration
- 36 minutes
- Episodes
- 27
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
A Gene Hackman Conversation.... From Night Moves to Unforgiven
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss the work of film legend Gene Hackman.
Using 1975's Night Moves and 1992's Unforgiven as conversation starters, they share their history with …
From Showgirls to The Thing... a Movie Reappraisal Conversation
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss movies that once everyone thought sucked but have since had a rethink.
Using 1982's The Thing and 1995's Showgirls as conversation starters, th…
From Blue Velvet to Mulholland Drive... a David Lynch Conversation
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss the work of film director David Lynch
Using 1986's Blue Velvet and 2001's Mulholland Drive as conversation starters, they share their history w…
Fake Bands in Film... a Conversation with a Special Guest
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel are joined by a special guest - former owner of Pic-A-Flic Kent Bendall to dig into movies showcasing fake bands.
Using 1996's That Thing You Do! and 2…
Victoria Movie Nerd Spotlight on Kent Bendall
A special spotlight episode of Movie Nerds sets its sights on a local movie nerd - Kent Bendall.
He is a cherished figure in Victoria, British Columbia, renowned for his dedication to film culture and…
The Hours To Die For... a Nicole Kidman Conversation
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss the movie roles of Nicole Kidman.
Using 1995's To Die For and 2002's Hours as conversation starters, they share their history with these two fi…
70s Action - Street Gang Edition.... A Conversation
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel get a little niche - 70s Street Gang Action Films
Using 1976's Assault on Precinct 13 and 1979's The Warriors as conversation starters, they share their…
And the Oscar for Best Picture Goes To.... a Conversation
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss Best Picture winners.
Using 1969's Midnight Cowboy and 2016's Moonlight as conversation starters, they share their thoughts on these two films a…
A 2000s Steven Spielberg Conversation
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss 2000's Spielberg.
Using 2001's AI: Artificial Intelligence and 2005's War of the Worlds as conversation starters, they share their thoughts on t…
Holiday...Cheer? F@#K That! - A Xmas Dark Comedy Conversation
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss Xmas dark comedies.
Using 1988's Scrooged and 2003's Bad Santa as conversation starters, they share their thoughts on these two films, the place…
Coming Home from War... in Film
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss movies about coming home from war.
Using 1989's Born on the Fourth of July and 2016's Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk as conversation tentpoles,…
Did They Need To? - Scary Sequels to Iconic Horror
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel discuss horror sequels and the good and bad of them.
Using sequels to two iconic horror movies, 1983's Psycho 2 and 2019's Doctor Sleep, they share the…
The Denzel of It All
In this episode of Movie Nerds, we discuss the career and performances of Denzel Washington.
Using his two Oscar-winning performances as tentpoles - 1989's Glory and 2001's Training Day, they dig int…
Sing Along - Discussing Musical Biopics
In this episode of Movie Nerds, hosts Kyle, and Russel dig into the cliches and traditions of musical biopics.
Using 1954's The Glenn Miller Story and 1986's Sid and Nancy as their tentpoles for the …
Coming of Age: the Kyle and Russel Edition
In this episode of Movie Nerds, hosts Kyle, and Russel blossom from prepubescence into adulthood as they discuss coming of age movies
Using 1985's Better Off Dead and 2007's Superbad as their tentpole…
Does This Pass The Bechdel Test?
In this episode of Movie Nerds, hosts Kyle, Russel and special guest Page DeWolfe talk about the Bechdel Test, and how it impacts what we watch.
Using 1953's Hitch-Hiker and 1990's Goodfellas as the…
Kyle Does Not Like Meryl Streep
In this episode of Movie Nerds, we discuss Meryl Streep and Russel investigates as to why Kyle isn't a fan.
Using 1982's Sophie's Choice and 2009's Julie and Julia as their tentpoles for the discussi…
What's the Colour of Your Cinematography?
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel have a spectrum of a conversation around colour cinematography.
Using 1947's Black Narcissus and 2002's Hero as their tentpoles for the discussion, they…
Cutting Through Medical Thrillers
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel wash up, get on their surgical gloves and cut into medical thrillers.
Using 1978's COMA and 2022's The Good Nurse as their tentpoles for the conversati…
Ghost Stories and the Movies That Told Them
In this episode of Movie Nerds, Kyle and Russel are joined by special guest Ed Sum from the Otaku No Culture Blog to discuss ghost stories and the movies that told them.
Using 1963's The Haunting and…