The Black Guys on White Movies Show
Join me, Aaron Covington, the co-writer of CREED, to talk about white movies. What is a white movie? It's simple! Movies made for and by white people. In America that's a vast majority of the movies! I am often joined by my good friend and cinephile Bernard Harris and in our movie reviews we ask one important question of these films and that is "How white is this movie?"
S6 E73 · Wed, February 19, 2025
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Taking a break. Hope to see you again soon. Check out old episodes at youtube.com/@bearcov follow youtube.com/@blackguysonwhitemovies for clips and reposts of old episodes. instagram.com/blackguysonwhitemovies for any and all updates. Peace. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S6 E72 · Thu, January 16, 2025
Double Indemnity (1944) | Dir. Billy WIlder| Fred MacMurray | Barbara Stanwyck | Film Noir | Cinema Classic
This week we watch Double Indemnity. A film noir classic! It has everything; sharp banter, moody lighting, a femme fatale, a trouble male lead, and a staunch detective figure slowly unraveling the case! We dive into what makes this so memorable. With stellar performances from its leads, but that's for a 1944 film? Can modern audience still relate? Movies back then were more literary then movies today. This often led to more unexpected plot twists. They had to keep an audience engaged and they could not rely on computer generate effects. They had a different pacing and most notably budget restraints. Does that make the storytelling less enjoyable? And what does this movie say about American society? This button down world it presents, but who are the rule breakers and how are they dealt with? Why do they break the rules? Where do minorities fit in? And lastly we return to Black casting, the first podcast to do Black recasts of movies! Now, go rent the movie and enjoy our talk about Double Indemnity Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S6 E71 · Tue, January 07, 2025
Man of Steel (2013) a watchable mess | Zach Snyder | Henry Cavil | Amy Adams
Man of Steel brought out some deep seated truths! We talk about heroes and the nature of heroism. We question Zach Synder's interpretation while recognizing the things he's great at, iconography, visuals, great individual moments and a truly epic scale. Man Of Steel tells the story of Kah-el becoming the hero we know as Superman. Listen in as we break down the run time, the true nature of Superman (to us, at least), what we would have like to have seen or done differently and if the movie asks us to fill in the blanks where we don't want to and answers questions that we don't ask! Also, does Superman have a secret identity? Does he need one in Zach Snyder's Universe? Oh, and we love Amy Adams! check out the youtube for additional content. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E70 · Mon, January 06, 2025
Why "the villain is right" theories gain traction! | short solo pod post!
The villain was right! The common refrain that's been popular for the last decade and a half or so. It's true that movies have trended to more sympathetic villains but that doesn't mean their right! But often times their cause is just. A vague notion of something better for humanity! Is humanity so broken that we'll accept any solution? If it's not properly and loudly rebutted, yes, we will! here, I break down why movies and storytelling is teaching us that villains are right and how we can dispel these notions. we just have to make the heroes as complex as the villains! Simple. https://www.instagram.com/bearcov Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E69 · Fri, December 20, 2024
Old School (2003) is a cultural milestone | Will Ferrell | Vince Vaughan | Luke Wilson | Todd Phillips
This week we talk Old School. A movie that perfectly encapsulates the changing attitudes in comedy and America at the turn of the millenium. One of the birth of the frat-pack movies, this film shows us the gen-x midlife crisis and is really a fantasy film for that demographic. It was hugely influential. We were both college studends at the time this movie came out and we saw it's influence and reach first hand. Everyone loved it. It was monumental. but what does it say? It's a fantasy in that there are almost no consequences of note for the main characters and any one opposed to them is punished severely. Haha, funny, until people think that's how life should be! This movie was the beginning of an era of Bro-Comedy and the careers of all of it's leads. But what does it actually say about society? Listen on to see what we think. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E68 · Sat, December 14, 2024
Gladiator 2 (2024) | Ridley Scott | Denzel Washington | Ancient Rome
Denzel Washginton's new movie Gladiator 2 is a mixed bag! We talk the history of historical epic movies and the responsibility to make accurate or not. In this case, not so much, but that's fine because it's entertainment, right? We talk the power of an actor like Denzel Washington. We look at what worked and didn't work and then we try to put the movie in a modern context. What messages is this movie sending, that it needed ancient rome as a setting to get across to us. Is this movie an allegory for American from 2020 to 2024? In many ways, yes! It's fascinating. Also we have a separate youtube channel now. Link below. Video up shortly. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E67 · Sat, November 16, 2024
How White is Forrest Gump? and a look at the career of Robert Zemeckis!
we really just wanted to talk about Robert Zemeckis, but we begin talking about Forrest Gump a movie that barely holds water today for a few reasons. Though the story telling is still sweet and the tech is elite. A look at Robert Zemeckis' career takes us on a journey through technology in movies that enhances our own world rather than create new ones. It's fascinating and his ability to go between genres and styles is second to none. Gives RZ his flowers! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E66 · Sat, November 09, 2024
How white is Man of the Year? Robin Williams leads presidential political satire
We talk about 2006's Man of the Year, a political satire where a comedian KIND OF becomes president, at least for a little while. The movie falls flat but brings up some interesting thoughts about the state of media in 2006 and how this movie's noticeable lack of any diversity echoes a change in the media landscape of that time with regards to Black representation. A period of time that I call 'The Crossover Era'. It's been bleak ever since! But what's not bleak? Our discussion of 2006's Man of the Year! Enjoy follow me on instagram - instagram.com/bearcov subscribe to my newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/c25a788f2863/aarons-landing-page Buy merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214 Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E65 · Fri, November 08, 2024
How white are theatrical releases? What's playing in theaters, November 11, 2024!
An extension of my Black Guys on White Movies podcast, I am taking a look at what movies are playing in theaters right now! Using the Fandango app, I am viewing a local AMC theater. By using a major theater chain I can see what movies are going to be seen by the most people. Are there any Black movies in theaters? Any Mexican movies? Any Asian movies? Native movies? If not, then they must be white movies! follow me on instagram - instagram.com/bearcov subscribe to my newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/c25a788f2863/aarons-landing-page Buy merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214 Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E64 · Tue, October 29, 2024
How white is A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) and the insecurity of suburban life
We tackle Freddy head on, but not in our dreams, on a podcast. What's up with the trend of 80s horror being set in the suburbs? What darkness lies beneath perfectly trimmed lawns? We talk Wes Craven and how he parodied himself into another franchise with scream and got parodied by the Wayans brothers into yet another franchise. Is he the franchise king? And we wonder how the suburbs is the perfect place to stage horror. The false sense of safety is the perfect backdrop and how these horror psychopathic characters are metaphors for the very human depravities that happen in those communities. Like, follow, subscribe and comment or shoot me a message! We also have merch! Check it out below. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E63 · Thu, October 24, 2024
We "fix" WHIPLASH (2014)! and how much jazz drumming is too much jazz drumming?
Jazz! This week we fix the hit movie Whiplash directed by Damian Chazelle. This movie did well in its run and even won a bunch of awards but it still left us feeling....unsatisfied. We go through the ups and downs of the movie and propose a few "fixes", all in good fun! Then we talk about the culture that praises abusive teachers and mentors and discuss on this movie is the anti-Karate Kid. What great timing for us, right? Like, subscribe, comment, share and enjoy our take on Whiplash. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E62 · Mon, October 14, 2024
How white is AVATAR by James Cameron
Avatar! James Cameron! $$$$$!! James Cameron is a great filmmaker, right? Why is he so often overlooked in conversations about great filmmakers? And franchise creators! We go pretty deep into James Cameron's legacy and how he created his own genre of films. We also tackle the film, Avatar, itself with it's myriad of racial issues, some of which I'm sure came to your mind just upon seeing the title! Despite this it made a billion dollars, fam. Easily! Why?! We look at the appeal of the film, the leap in technology required to make the film and how writing it for a younger audience definitely PAID off. What we thought would be a quick episode turned out to be a long discussion. Tap in and let us know your thoughts! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E61 · Tue, October 01, 2024
Karate Kid PART 2. The cultural impact of the crane kid, wax on/wax off and Cobra Kai
We finish our discussion of the Karate Kid with a look at it's cultural relevance and impact. A movie that spawned numerous other properties. Multiple movies, a 6 season tv show and a couple of video games. Not to mention that it launced thousands of dojos across the country. This movie was hugely influential and came at the right time. but where does it stand in the wider cultural? Why isn't it aknoweldge more that Danny is Italian and from Jersey? Where are the minorities other than Mr. Miyagi? What else is going on in the world at this time? And many more questions about the legacy of the Karate Kid. If you have any thoughts, shoot me a message. instagram.com/bearcov Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E60 · Mon, September 23, 2024
How white is the Karate Kid? Mr. Miyagi was just a dude and Daniel was kind of a punk. Part 1.
Subscribe! When was the last time you watched the movie The Karate Kid? I know it's been awhile but the movie is different than you thought. It's better. We talk about this quinessential 80s and sports movie that actually has very little Karate but is packed full of solid life lessons. But how white is it? In this episode we talk through the story. Next week, in Part 2 we'll talk cultural impact and it's place in history. instagram.com/bearcov merch https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214 watch episodes at youtube.com/@bearcov Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E59 · Sun, September 15, 2024
FRANCHISE TALK: STAR WARS
Star Wars: Did the New Trilogy Miss the Mark? In our latest episode, we dive into the galaxy far, far away for the very first time! Welcome to our own "Star Wars: Episode One." We explore the highs and lows of the new Star Wars trilogy and ask the burning questions: Did the new trilogy not include enough Skywalkers? Should it have mirrored the prequels a bit more and the original three a bit less? Was there enough tragedy to really make us care? Join us as we navigate through the intricate lore, character arcs, and the ever-evolving legacy of the Skywalker saga. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious about the latest installments, this episode is packed with insights, debates, and, of course, a bit of WTF moments that you love from Unscripted Pivots. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest episodes! May the Force be with you! What do you think? youtube.com/@bearcov instagram.com/bearcov Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E58 · Tue, September 03, 2024
How white is GLADIATOR (2000)? dir. Ripley Scott.
Gladiator is peak dad cinema, no one is aruging that, but it's also an audacious film. Who gets to tell what stories in history? We look at the classic film's depiction of race and ethnicity. We talk about America's self-proclaimed right to tell any history it wants to and what that's about. Side note, Bernard is a Roman History major so he had a lot to say about the movie and that period time! follow me: @Bearcov on all socials 📌 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Follow for more episodes and updates! #Gladiator #RussellCrowe #JoaquinPhoenix @films @HistoricFilms #Cinema Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E57 · Fri, August 23, 2024
FRANCHISE TALK: Diving into The Matrix Resurrections & Exciting News of a New Matrix Movie
Diving into The Matrix Resurrections & Exciting News of a New Matrix Movie In this episode of 'Unscripted Pivots,' we dive deep into *Matrix Resurrections*, sharing our thoughts and why we, as die-hard Matrix fans, really enjoyed it. We also discuss the thrilling news of a new Matrix movie on the horizon, speculating on what we’d love to see and what’s essential for the franchise's success. Plus, we're experimenting with a new audio-only format! Let us know your thoughts and preferences in the comments. 📌 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Follow for more episodes and updates! #MatrixResurrections #TheMatrix #NewMatrixMovie #MatrixFans #UnscriptedPivots #WTFLady #SciFiMovies #MatrixFranchise #MovieDiscussion #NewFormat #AudioOnly #SciFiFans instagram.com/bearcov Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S5 E56 · Fri, August 16, 2024
Arrival (2016)
The science fiction masterpiece Arrival. What will first contact really look like? How cool is the alien language in the movie? Why is this so "native coded"? All these questions and more in this episode! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S4 E55 · Fri, July 26, 2024
Franchise Talk: Is Zach Snyder insane!? Or is he the most sane? Batman, violence and history .
Occassionally Bernard and I get together to talk movie franchises specific. These episodes are called Franchise Talk. In this one we talk about Zach Snyder's recent comment on the Joe Rogan Podcast about Batman. Are we weirdly protecting a god, or do Franchises and legacy characters have rules that allow them to survive for DECADES? Follow me instagram.com/bearcov twitter.com/bearcov #entertainment #franchises #batman #zachsnyder Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S4 E54 · Fri, July 19, 2024
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024)
We talk the latest entry in the Planet of the Apes franchise! JpQHsFfgRL6s98jMZqzh Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E5 · Fri, January 26, 2024
Dad BOOTCAMP with Sullivan Jones
Aaron and Tony gives special guest Sullivan Jones (kid due in 1 week) the rundown of what to expect and how to prepare.
S3 E53 · Wed, November 29, 2023
Stargate (1994)
We close out season 3 with the sci-fi epic Stargate. Propelled by cinematic ringleader Roland Emmerich, we talk pyramids, aliens, inter-dimensional travel and conspiracies. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E52 · Mon, November 20, 2023
Minority Report (2002)
We talk Minority Report and it wasn't quite like we remembered it. What's the nature of predestination and crime prediction? We watched and we still don't know! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E51 · Mon, November 13, 2023
Knives Out (2019)
We talk whodunit's and the movie that rebirthed the genre, Knives Out! Also we talk wealth and privilege. Fun times. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E50 · Tue, November 07, 2023
Shaft (1971)
For epsidoe 50 we talk Shaft! Our first Black movie... sort of? We debate that and the reboots and why Shaft is an All-American Black James Bond, or should be. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E49 · Mon, October 30, 2023
Ep. 49 No Hard Feelings (2023)
We talk No Hard Feelings. A throwback high premise but grounded in execution comedy. Later on we talk about human psychology, the nature of control and our reward based human brains! Fun! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E48 · Mon, October 23, 2023
The Frighteners (1996)
This week its we end our Halloween series with The Frighteners from Zemeckis and Peter Jackson and the role of ghosts in humanity's consciousness. Spooky! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E47 · Mon, October 16, 2023
Hocus Pocus (1993)
We talk witches and the 1993 fantasy comedy Hocus Pocus. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E46 · Mon, October 09, 2023
The Exorcist (1973)
Continuing the Halloween season we talk The Exorcist and it's relationship to Blaxploitation, Black fictional iconography. The more horror and... franchises! Like and subscribe. Follow @Bearcov and @Black_Guys_On_White_Movies on IG Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E45 · Mon, October 02, 2023
Twilight (2008)
We talk Twilight and the power of franchises! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E44 · Mon, September 25, 2023
Interview With A Vampire (1994)
This week we talk pre-peak Pitt and Cruise, early Dunst, Anne Rice and kick off spooky season with VAMPIRES. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E43 · Mon, September 18, 2023
Fargo (1996)
Coen Bros and Midwest existentialism. Perfect. Like, Subscribe and/or Follow. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E42 · Mon, September 04, 2023
The Truman Show (1998)
This week The Truman Show and in case we miss you, good afternoon, good evening and good night. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E41 · Mon, August 28, 2023
Before Sunrise (1995)
We talk Before Sunrise, traveling aboard, and who gets to make small and quiet films. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E40 · Mon, August 21, 2023
Pretty Woman (1990)
This week we talk Pretty Woman. See a screening with us Friday Aug. 25 at the Los Feliz 3 theater. americancinematheque.com for tickets. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E39 · Mon, August 14, 2023
8 Mile (2002) Featuring Phil Augusta Jackson
We talk 8 Mile and Eminem! With special guest Phil Augusta Jackson. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E38 · Mon, August 07, 2023
The Apartment (1960) ft. Londale Hines Theus Jr.
This week we talk about The Apartment, movie-wise. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E37 · Tue, August 01, 2023
Superman The Movie (1978)
Our mega 2 hour episode on Superman the Movie. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E36 · Tue, July 25, 2023
It's Complicated (2009)
This week we take a stroll through Nancy Myers world with the star led It's Complicated. Hear why Nancy should get blank checked and how Kobe Bryant is the Nancy Myers of the NBA. Also there was a fire alarm. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E35 · Mon, July 17, 2023
Elysium (2013) Ft. Bernard Harris
A talk about the 2013 Matt Damon led Sci-Fi future cult classic Elysium. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E34 · Tue, July 11, 2023
Dirty Harry (1971)
This week we talk about one of the OG Good/Bad cops, Dirty Harry starring Mr. Talk to a Chair himself. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E33 · Wed, June 21, 2023
Just Friends (2005)
This week we talk about the romcom Just Friends and everyman star Ryan Reynolds Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S3 E32 · Mon, June 12, 2023
Jurassic Park (1993)
This week we talked Jurassic Park, where life finds a way. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E31 · Thu, March 09, 2023
Remember the Titans (2000)
STRONG SIDE. LEFT SIDE. In our last episode of season 2 we talk Remember the Titans. If you miss this episode, you run a mile. Zero fun, sir and other amazing quotes as they heal all racism through integrated high school football. See you in the fall. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E30 · Fri, March 03, 2023
Magnolia (1999)
This episode we talk the multi character, multi pov, multi falling frog drama Magnolia. 1999's true birth of incel culture? Perhaps. Like , subscribe and share. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E29 · Tue, February 07, 2023
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
This week we look at E.T. the lovable and iconic Extra-Terrestial and examine it's whiteness. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E28 · Tue, January 24, 2023
The Princess Bride (1987)
A classic modern fairytale but all white ain't all right. Shout out Andre the Giant though. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E27 · Wed, January 11, 2023
The Social Network (2010)
This week we talk The Social Network. A fantastic time to talk about privilege and entitlement! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E26 · Tue, December 20, 2022
Gattaca (1997)
This week's movie is Gattaca and all I can say is that it's the Blackest movie we will probably ever do. Like, subscribe and share, please. Thank you. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E25 · Mon, December 12, 2022
IronMan (2008)
This week we talk IronMan and the movie that set the MCU in motion. We look at the white fantasy of having it all, all the time, the perils of extreme wealth and what it means to be a hero. Also, sidenote: Don Cheadle has an Oscar Nom for Hotel Rwanda. Follow @bearcov on socials. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E24 · Sun, December 04, 2022
Lost In Translation (2003)
This week we take a look at Sophia Coppola's breakout hit Lost In Translation which was also a breakout hit for it's stars Scarlett Johannsson and Bill Murray. We talk about all kinds of privilege in this one! And at the end dive into some celebrity soup talk. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E23 · Sun, November 13, 2022
Metropolitan (1990)
This week we journey back to New York for the movie Metropolitan and see how the white debutantes party. We talk about wealth and look closely at how white culture views itself and why it would rather not. This was a great movie for the podcast! Like, Subscribe, Follow, and pass it along. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E22 · Tue, November 08, 2022
Three Kings (1999)
This week we look at David O'Russell's Three Kings. We talk war movies and culture and America's place in it. Also we crown George Clooney the king of heist movies. Enjoy. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E21 · Mon, October 31, 2022
Halloween (1978)
Happy Halloween from us to you with the original Michael Myers Halloween movie. We talk white fears and the suburban fright and we wonder what a Black Halloween icon could look like, if one can even really exist. Follow on socials @bearcov @brandonjgardner Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E20 · Mon, October 24, 2022
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019)
This week we take a look at A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood the sort of biopic about American Legend, Mr. Rogers. We look at what it means to be a good dude, how Black people are often props for someone's goodness and we take down everyone's daddy issues. Follow on socials @bearcov @brandonjgardner. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E19 · Sun, October 16, 2022
Hoosiers (1986)
This week we talk classic sports film Hoosiers and Aaron recounts what high school hoops is like his home state, Indiana. We talk 1951 midwest, the racism left out of this movie and hoops, hoops, hoops. Find us on socials @bearcov @brandonjgardner Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E18 · Mon, October 10, 2022
Tiny Furniture (2010)
This week it's our most conflicted episode as we talk Lena Dunham's directorial debut Gir..I mean Tiny Furniture. Subscribe! Find us online @bearcov @brandonjgardner. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S2 E17 · Mon, October 03, 2022
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
We're back for season 2 with the classic Terminator 2: Judgment Day. We talk about how white culture views the apocalypse and the impending singularity, progress vs maintenance in daily life and naked Arnold. Like, Subscribe and Enjoy. find us online @bearcov @brandonjgardner Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E16 · Thu, June 09, 2022
The Big Lebowski
This week, we abide just like the iconic lead character of The Big Lebowski. We talk the privilege to live like the dude, to idolize his ethos and to make a movie featuring so many wild characters. Also, this is our last episode until the fall. Enjoy the summer everyone. Black movie pick of the week, Pootie Tang. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E15 · Wed, June 01, 2022
Top Gun (1986)
This week we take a look at Top Gun! The original fighter pilot blockbuster. We talk inappropriate bathroom stalking and homo-eroticism. We lament the loss of movie ballads and romance and wonder what does this movie teach the young white male of it's time and how has that influenced society and most importantly Superhero movies. Black movie pick of the week is the upcoming biopic Devotion. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E14 · Wed, May 25, 2022
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
This week we talk Ferris Bueller's Day Off. We talk privilege from the suburban mansions to being able to skip school without a truancy officer following you. But it's all fun because the movie is charming and Hughes, genius. Also Brandon casts a 200 million dollar worthy remake. Black movie pick of the week: House Party. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E13 · Wed, May 18, 2022
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of The Ring
This week we head to the shire and discuss the first Lord of the Rings film, The Fellowship of the Ring. We talk about the accessibility of fantasy, colorblind casting, the power of the trinket, the power of the nerd and... a lot of stuff really. We could have gone as long as the movie itself. Black movie of the week: The Wiz! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E12 · Wed, May 11, 2022
Scream (1996)
This week we watch Scream a 90s pop culture phenomenon on a movie. We talk about the dominance of white suburbia and bad boyfriends in 90s movies and culture. We sing Matthew Lillard's praises, have fun casting "Soul Scream", denounce the idea of Black cards and racials drafts and at the end Aman tells us about an eventful wake in a bar. Black movie of the week, Def by Temptation. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E11 · Wed, May 04, 2022
Talladega Nights
This week we talk the Adam McKay and Will Ferrell collab Talladega Nights. How does McKay at the same time take shots at and embrace conservative white America? Is white humor primarily verbal and is that why it doesn't translate overseas? How about the physical comedy of Mr. Bean and Bollywood then? How absurd can a movie even be?!?! All this and more including the Black movie pick of the week: Soul Plane. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E10 · Wed, April 27, 2022
Jackie Brown
This week we talk Jackie Brown and Quentin Tarantino. We talk the lone Oscar nomination while Pam and Sam got snubbed! We talk n-word, why don't minorities get the freedom granted to QT, my dreams of directing a George Washington movie, Black directors on white movies and vice versa, Aman's fire alarm keeps going off and much much more. Black movie pick of the week: Set It Off and also somehow The Player's Club. Enjoy! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E9 · Wed, April 20, 2022
The Mitchells vs. The Machines
We love animation! This week we talk Netflix's The Mitchells vs. The Machines. A fun, over the top, zany movie that got us thinking about family, what does a 90s dad look like and how does representation look in animation? Black movie pick of the week: Bebe's Kids. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E8 · Tue, April 12, 2022
Sleepless in Seattle
This week we explore the intersection of magic and 90's rom coms. What happens when a movie is super white but doesn't feel like it?! Or does it?! Who knows but it was sure a fun movie to get into. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E7 · Tue, April 05, 2022
Legally Blonde
This week we get into Legally Blonde a star turn for Reese Witherspoon and a movie that also played a pivotal roll in the dating life of our own Aman Adumer. How white is Legally Blonde and should it be an even bigger franchise? Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E6 · Wed, March 30, 2022
No Time to Die
We take a long at the latest in the James Bond Franchise. How white is James Bond? Does it matter? And we talk spectacle story telling! Enjoy with a martini shaken or stirred. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E5 · Wed, March 16, 2022
The Departed
Happy St. Patrick's Day. This week we present The Departed, that police corruption, star laden, Boston set, Oscar winning Scorese masterpiece and ask the question 'how white is this movie? and... about that director..... Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E4 · Thu, March 10, 2022
Batman Part 2
We go back into the batcave to unpack a few lingering Batman thoughts. Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E4 · Wed, March 02, 2022
Batman (1989)
With a new version releasing we revisit the 1989 Batman starring Jack Nicholson and Michael Keaton and ask "how white is this movie?". Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E3 · Tue, February 15, 2022
Dave (1993)
The 1993 family comedy Dave starring Kevin Kline. We get into the movie around the 20 minute mark. Also please forgive our sound at times, we're working on the mic situation! Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E2 · Wed, February 09, 2022
The Power of the Dog - Golden Globe winner and Oscar nominee
The film thats sweeping this award season, this week we talk The Power of the Dog and ask the important question, how white is this movie? Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
S1 E1 · Wed, January 26, 2022
The French Dispatch
In our debut episode we look at Wes Anderson's latest feature The French Dispatch and try to determine, how white is this movie? Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
Trailer · Sun, January 23, 2022
Trailer
Join us on an adventure as we try to answer the age old question, "How White is this movie?" Support the show https://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movies https://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
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