Oh Brother
Real brothers, Reel Talk: Dan & Mike Smith cover film, TV, & artist interviews 🍿📺🎤
My brother Mike and I launched the “Oh Brother” podcast in 2020. The show’s primary objective is to share our enthusiasm for film and cinema in an informative and entertaining way. We also enjoy interviewing artists with diverse backgrounds in film and television who work both in front of and behind the scenes.Â
We invite you to join us each week and follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. We’d love to hear from you, so email us or text us some fan mail to share your feedback on the show!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 230
- Years Active
- 2025
The Hit: Terence Stamp’s Coolest Goodbye
In this episode, we revisit The Hit (1984), a meditative crime film that gave Terence Stamp one of his most hauntingly restrained performances. As news of Stamp’s passing at age 87 reve…
RE-RELEASE: Revisiting Batman 1989: Celebrating 35 Years of Michael Keaton's Dark Knight
With Tim Burton’s Batman and Batman Returns swooping back into theaters for a one-night-only Dolby Cinema event, we’re dusting off the Bat-Signal and re-releasing our deep-dive review o…
Tron: Legacy at 15: Still Glowing or Flickering Out?
Step into the Grid with the Oh Brother duo as they derez Tron: Legacy—Disney’s neon-drenched sequel that rebooted a cult classic with Daft Punk beats and digital daddy issues. From the …
Do You Feel Lucky? Our Take on Dirty Harry (1971)
Clint Eastwood’s scowl. A .44 Magnum. And one of the most controversial cops in movie history. In this episode, we revisit Dirty Harry (1971), the film that redefined law enforcement on…
Still Swingin’: Our Take on Happy Gilmore 2
Adam Sandler’s back on the green—and we’re not sure if we’re cheering or ducking for cover. In this episode, we take a swing at Happy Gilmore 2, the long-awaited sequel to the cult come…
Scarface ’32: The OG! - A Criterion Collection Review
Step back into the pre-Code chaos with the original Scarface—before the cocaine and neon came the Tommy guns and tabloid frenzy. We dissect Howard Hawks’ gritty gangster epic, explore h…
Blood, Blues & Brotherhood: Our Review of Sinners
Ryan Coogler’s latest film isn’t just a vampire flick — it’s a Southern Gothic horror-musical set in 1932 Mississippi, where blues music summons spirits and blood flows like moonshine. …
Gunn Misfires - Our Superman Review
Warning: capes ahead... but no real lift-off. This week, Oh Brother turns into Oh No! as we roast James Gunn’s Superman—a movie so baffling, it made us question everything, including ou…
Box Office Blues: Why the Big Screen’s in Trouble
The numbers are in—and they’re not pretty. In this episode of Oh Brother, we dive headfirst into the state of the box office, unpacking the highs, the lows, and the head-scratchers of 2…
60 Years Later, Is Thunderball Still Making Waves?
In this anniversary deep dive, we revisit Thunderball—the underwater epic that made Bond bigger, bolder, and wetter than ever. Six decades on, does it hold its place among the 007 elite…
Cleaner is a Clunker - Our Full Review
Buckle up for a no-holds-barred Oh Brother breakdown of Cleaner, the crime thriller that left us wondering if the real mystery was how it got made. In this episode, we dive into the mud…
The Accountant 2: Worth the Ledger or a Taxing Sequel?
Ben Affleck is back, crunching numbers and cracking skulls—but does The Accountant 2 balance the books, or is it a cinematic audit nightmare? We're breaking down the action, the math (d…
Tom Hardy in Mobland: Loyalty, Lies, and London’s Underworld
In this episode, my we take a spoiler-free look at Season 1 of Mobland, the gripping crime drama starring Tom Hardy. We discuss the show's intense atmosphere, standout performances, and…
Oh Brother, That Ending! The Best & Worst Series Finales
The Soderbergh Standard: Does Black Bag Deliver?
In this episode, we dive into Steven Soderbergh’s latest spy thriller, Black Bag, starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett. We break down its sleek direction, gripping espionage t…
Rust starring Alec Baldwin: Lights, Camera, Controversy
Alec Baldwin’s Rust is finally here—but can the film escape the shadow of its tragic past? In this episode, we break down the Western’s story, performances, and cinematography while com…
The Grifters: A Criterion Collection Review
Dan and Mike go noir as they dive into Stephen Frears' The Grifters in its stunning new 4K release from the Criterion Collection. The brothers Smith break down the performances of John …
Defying Expectations: Our Take on Wicked: Part One
In this episode of the @ohbpodcast, we take on Wicked: Part One—and let’s just say, our opinions are anything but in sync. From the jaw-dropping visuals to the unexpected twists, one br…
Michael Mann's 'Heat' - Has It Stood the Test of Time?
Nearly 30 years later, Michael Mann's 'Heat' remains a cinematic titan. Join us as we dissect this sprawling crime epic, exploring the iconic performances of Pacino and De Niro, the fil…
Blood Simple (1984) - Joel and Ethan Coen's Directorial Debut
Dan and Mike take a deep dive into the directorial debut of Joel and Ethan Coen with a review of the 1984 film Blood Simple starring John Getz, Frances McDormand, and M. Emmet Walsh. Y…