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Why Wasn't It Better?

Why Wasn't It Better?

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 Have you ever watched a movie you were excited for but felt disappointed in some way? Were you left wondering why it wasn't better? This is the podcast that has the answers! We review films that were highly anticipated, but were for a variety of reasons either disappointing, underachieving, or misunderstood, and ramble about why they weren't better. This is a podcast for film nerds and for anyone who enjoys some lighthearted, semi-serious, in-depth discussion.Why Wasn't It Better? Art
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  • Children of the Corn (1984) | Killer Kids, Wasted Potential

    Children of the Corn (1984) | Killer Kids, Wasted Potential
    Apr 8 2026

    Episode one of our Stephen King mini-season! Often maligned, Children of the Corn is a sleeper classic. It has its fans, enough so that it (somehow) spawned a franchise with eight sequels. It doesn't make sense to us either. Join us as we try to make some sense of this funny little horror movie.

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    1 hr
  • The Robe (1953) | A Biblical Epic Without the Epic

    The Robe (1953) | A Biblical Epic Without the Epic
    Apr 1 2026

    The Robe is a product of a bygone genre of films, the Biblical epic. Starring a young Richard Burton and adapted from a best-selling novel, it was very popular during its day but has faded from most memories. Perhaps best known in the world of Christianity, we're covering it for Holy Week. Guest Nathan Perry is back to weigh in.

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Old (2021) | Shyamalan Goes Wrong Again

    Old (2021) | Shyamalan Goes Wrong Again
    Mar 28 2026

    In celebration of our YouTube channel hitting 2k subscribers, I agreed to cover this. There's no other reason. Enjoy this bonus episode.

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    46 mins
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