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SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check, we finally watch LINCOLN (2012) for the first time! Steven Spielberg’s acclaimed historical drama starring Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln takes us into one of the most important and turbulent moments in American history as Lincoln fights to pass the 13th Amendment and bring an end to slavery during the final months of the Civil War. But does Lincoln actually live up to its massive reputation? Brendan and Juan break down Lincoln for the first time, discussing Daniel Day-Lewis’s Oscar-winning performance, Steven Spielberg’s direction, the historical drama, the performances, the writing, the pacing, the Civil War setting, Abraham Lincoln’s character, the 13th Amendment, and whether Lincoln deserves its reputation as one of the greatest historical movies of the 21st century. Is Lincoln a masterpiece? Is it too slow? Does Daniel Day-Lewis completely disappear into the role? And most importantly, does LINCOLN pass the Nostalgia Check? We also make a BIG change to the Nostalgia Check wheel of years. Instead of continuing to randomly select movies from 2015 through 2025, we removed the entire 2015 to 2025 range and added the COMPLETE 1980s to the wheel. That means our movie time capsule is getting even bigger, and we could be heading all the way back to 1980 for our next movie. Nostalgia Check is our ongoing movie series where we revisit movies we remember, discover movies we missed, and decide whether they’re actually as good as we remember. We aren’t just asking whether a movie is nostalgic. We’re asking whether it still holds up. Watch our first time reaction and discussion of Lincoln (2012), then let us know in the comments: Does Lincoln pass the Nostalgia Check? Of the Two Abe Lincoln movies we watched for 2012, which was better? #Lincoln #Lincoln2012 #StevenSpielberg #DanielDayLewis #NostalgiaCheck #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatch #AbrahamLincoln #HistoricalMovies #MoviePodcast Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL We’re going back to 2012 for a full rewatch of Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter! Before Lincoln was known as the 16th President of the United States, apparently he was also spending his nights hunting vampires with a silver-coated axe. Benjamin Walker stars as Abraham Lincoln in this completely ridiculous historical fantasy action horror movie directed by Timur Bekmambetov and produced by Tim Burton. In this episode, we revisit Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter to see if this bizarre mashup of American history, vampires, Civil War action, horror, fantasy, and over-the-top CGI is actually as entertaining as we remember. Does the movie deserve more credit for its insane premise and visual style, or does the concept work better as a joke than it does as a full-length movie? We’re talking Benjamin Walker as Abraham Lincoln, Dominic Cooper as Henry Sturges, Anthony Mackie as Will Johnson, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Mary Todd Lincoln, Rufus Sewell as Adam, the vampire mythology, the silver axe, the Civil War storyline, the vampire Confederate army, Timur Bekmambetov’s action style, the ridiculous slow-motion sequences, the CGI, the historical liberties, and whether Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter passes our Nostalgia Check. Is Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter actually a good movie? Is it a guilty pleasure? Is it one of the most ridiculous historical fantasy movies ever made? Or is it exactly the kind of insane 2012 movie we need to appreciate all over again? Join us for our Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter rewatch and let’s find out if this vampire-hunting presidential action movie still holds up. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL What happens when a "normal" guy starts uncovering a bizarre conspiracy hidden beneath the surface of Los Angeles? In this first time watch of Under the Silver Lake (2018) , BJ in the Morning dives into one of the strangest, most mysterious, and most divisive movies of the last decade. Starring Andrew Garfield, Riley Keough, and Topher Grace, Under the Silver Lake is a surreal neo noir mystery filled with secret messages, hidden symbols, cryptic clues, conspiracy theories, missing women, strange characters, and a massive puzzle hiding in plain sight. Sam thinks he has uncovered something much bigger than a simple disappearance, sending him through Los Angeles in search of answers. But the deeper he goes, the more bizarre everything becomes. In this episode, we break down the plot of Under the Silver Lake, discuss the movie’s hidden meanings and try to figure out exactly what David Robert Mitchell was trying to say. Is Under the Silver Lake a brilliant mystery movie, an intentionally confusing conspiracy thriller, or one giant cinematic puzzle that refuses to give you the answers? Watch along with us as we experience Under the Silver Lake for the first time and decide whether this strange 2018 movie deserves the hype. If you enjoy first time movie reactions, movie podcasts, movie reviews, film discussions, mystery movies, conspiracy movies, hidden meanings in movies, and deep dives into strange films, make sure to subscribe to BJ in the Morning. #UnderTheSilverLake #AndrewGarfield #MoviePodcast #FirstTimeWatch #MovieReview #DavidRobertMitchell Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Is Hereditary (2018) still one of the greatest horror movies ever made, or has time changed the way we look at Ari Aster’s terrifying debut? In this episode of Nostalgia Check , we revisit the psychological horror phenomenon starring Toni Collette, Alex Wolff, Milly Shapiro, and Gabriel Byrne to see if it still deserves its legendary reputation. From its unforgettable opening act and shocking twists to its disturbing family drama, hidden details, symbolism, and chilling ending, we break down everything that makes Hereditary one of the most talked about horror films of the modern era. Does the slow burn storytelling still work? Is Toni Collette’s performance one of the greatest in horror history? Does it excel better as a one time watch, or do rewatched help? And does the ending still leave audiences speechless? Join us as we discuss the plot, themes, cinematography, directing, performances, scares, hidden clues, and whether Hereditary still passes the ultimate Nostalgia Check. In this episode: Full Hereditary movie breakdown Ari Aster’s directing style Toni Collette’s unforgettable performance Best scenes and biggest scares Does Hereditary still hold up? Our final ratings and verdict If you enjoy movie reviews, movie podcasts, horror movie discussions, first time watches, rewatches, ending explained videos, and deep dives into modern horror classics, be sure to subscribe and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check. This week we are watching Primal Fear (1996) for the very first time. Starring Richard Gere, Edward Norton, Laura Linney, John Mahoney, Frances McDormand, and Alfre Woodard, this courtroom thriller has built a reputation as one of the greatest legal dramas and psychological thrillers of the 1990s. Did Primal Fear deserve all the praise? Does Edward Norton’s legendary debut performance still live up to the hype? And is the shocking ending still one of the best twists in movie history? In this episode we break down the biggest moments of the film, discuss the performances, explore the courtroom drama, analyze the mystery behind Aaron Stampler, and share our honest first impressions without nostalgia getting in the way. We discuss: Full Primal Fear plot breakdown Edward Norton’s incredible debut performance Richard Gere as defense attorney Martin Vail The courtroom scenes and legal drama The film’s unforgettable ending and twist Characters, themes, directing, and writing Does Primal Fear still hold up today? Our final ratings and whether it earns our recommendation If you enjoy movie reviews, first time watches, classic film discussions, courtroom thrillers, psychological thrillers, and deep movie conversations, make sure to subscribe for new episodes every week. We revisit movies from every year of the last three decades to find out whether they still deserve their reputation. What did you think of Primal Fear? Did you see the ending coming? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. #PrimalFear #EdwardNorton #RichardGere #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatching #CourtroomDrama #PsychologicalThriller #1996Movies #FilmReview #MoviePodcast #NostalgiaCheck #ClassicMovies Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check! This week we’re revisiting The Cable Guy (1996) , Ben Stiller’s bizarre dark comedy starring Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, and Leslie Mann. When The Cable Guy hit theaters in 1996, audiences expecting another goofy Jim Carrey comedy got something much stranger. Instead, they got a psychological black comedy about obsession, loneliness, and one of Carrey’s most unforgettable performances. The film divided critics and fans at the time but has since become a genuine cult classic. Did The Cable Guy deserve its cult status, or is it still one of Jim Carrey’s strangest movies? Let us know in the comments! Like the video if you enjoyed it. Subscribe for new movie discussions every week. New episodes every week featuring first-time watches, rewatches, and movies from every year we’ve been alive! #TheCableGuy #JimCarrey #NostalgiaCheck #MovieReview #CultClassic #BenStiller #90sMovies #ComedyMovies #MoviePodcast #MatthewBroderick Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check , we’re checking out The Town (2010) for the very first time. Ben Affleck directs and stars in this acclaimed crime thriller about a group of Charlestown bank robbers whose lives spiral out of control after a hostage situation leads to an unexpected relationship. We discuss the performances, the action, the emotional core of the story, and whether The Town deserves its reputation as one of the best crime dramas of its era. Does it pass the Nostalgia Check despite being a first-time watch? Tune in to find out Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check! This week we’re revisiting The Social Network (2010), David Fincher’s Oscar-winning drama that tells the story behind the creation of Facebook and the rise of Mark Zuckerberg. Does The Social Network still deserve its reputation as one of the greatest films of the 2010s? Or has time changed the way we look at this modern classic? In this episode, we discuss: • A full plot breakdown and the movie’s biggest moments • Behind-the-scenes IMDb trivia and production facts • Reading and reacting to IMDb user reviews • Reviewing popular Letterboxd reviews • Performances from Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer, and Rooney Mara • Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross’ unforgettable Oscar-winning score • David Fincher’s directing and Aaron Sorkin’s incredible screenplay • Our final Nostalgia Check verdict and movie ratings Did The Social Network pass the Nostalgia Check? Watch to hear our final thoughts, then let us know your rating in the comments. If you enjoy movie reviews, film discussions, nostalgia, IMDb facts, Letterboxd reactions, and revisiting movies from the last 30 years, be sure to subscribe for new episodes every week. Like the video if you enjoyed it, leave a comment with your rating, and subscribe so you never miss a new episode. #TheSocialNetwork #MovieReview #DavidFincher #JesseEisenberg #AaronSorkin #Letterboxd #IMDb #FacebookMovie #NostalgiaCheck #MoviePodcast Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning, we’re watching Martin Scorsese’s 1995 crime epic Casino for the very first time. Did one of the greatest gangster films ever made live up to decades of hype? We break down the biggest moments, discuss Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci’s performances, dive into IMDb and Letterboxd reviews, and decide if Casino passes the Nostalgia Check. At the end of the episode, we spin the wheel to decide what comes next, and it lands on 2010. That means our next watch will be The Social Network. If you enjoy movie discussions, first-time watches, nostalgic rewatches, and honest reviews, be sure to subscribe and let us know what movie we should cover next. What did you think of Casino? Is it one of Scorsese’s best films, or do you still prefer Goodfellas? #Casino #MartinScorsese #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatch #RobertDeNiro #JoePesci #SharonStone #CrimeMovies #FilmPodcast #MoviePodcast #NostalgiaCheck #BJInTheMorning #TheSocialNetwork Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL What happens when you revisit the movie that changed animation forever? This week on Nostalgia Check, we’re taking a fresh look at Toy Story (1995), Pixar’s groundbreaking first feature film that introduced the world to Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and a whole new era of animated movies. We break down the biggest story moments, discuss what still works nearly 30 years later, revisit IMDb and Letterboxd audience reviews, share behind-the-scenes facts, and decide whether Toy Story still deserves its legendary reputation. Does the friendship between Woody and Buzz still hit the same? Does the animation hold up? Is this still one of Pixar’s greatest films? At the end of the episode, we give our official Nostalgia Check verdict and score to answer the biggest question: Does Toy Story (1995) still pass the Nostalgia Check? If you enjoy movie reviews, nostalgic rewatches, movie podcasts, and conversations about classic films from the last 30 years, be sure to subscribe and let us know what movie we should revisit. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL It's a first-time watch of The Details (2011) starring Tobey Maguire, Elizabeth Banks, Ray Liotta, Laura Linney, and Dennis Haysbert. Neither of us had seen this overlooked dark comedy before, so we went in completely blind. We break down the movie’s biggest moments, discuss the performances, share IMDb and Letterboxd reviews, and decide whether this strange suburban morality tale deserved more attention or was forgotten for a reason. Can a movie about raccoons, lies, guilt, and increasingly terrible decisions become a hidden classic? Or is it simply one of the strangest films of 2011? In this episode: First time watching The Details IMDb and Letterboxd audience reviews Plot breakdown and key moments Our final score Does The Details pass the Nostalgia Check? Have you seen The Details? Let us know if you think it’s an underrated hidden gem or one that should stay forgotten. Subscribe for weekly movie reviews, first-time watches, nostalgia revisits, and discussions covering films from every year we’ve been alive. #TheDetails #TobeyMaguire #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatching #ElizabethBanks #2011Movies #HiddenGem #Podcast #MoviePodcast #FilmReview Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check, presented by BJ in the Morning, we revisit Super 8 (2011), the sci-fi adventure directed by J.J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg. Does this love letter to classic Spielberg films still deliver fifteen years later? We break down the biggest moments, discuss the performances from Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning, Kyle Chandler, and the rest of the cast, and talk about what made Super 8 stand out during the summer of 2011. Along the way, we dive into IMDb and Letterboxd reviews, revisit the train crash, the mystery surrounding the creature, and the emotional story at the heart of the film. Then it’s time for the ultimate question: does Super 8 pass the Nostalgia Check? Subscribe for weekly movie reviews, first-time watches, nostalgia rewatches, and our journey through movies from every year we’ve been alive. #Super8 #JJAbrams #StevenSpielberg #NostalgiaCheck #MovieReview #2011Movies #SciFiMovies #BJintheMorning Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Please note: Due to a technical issue during recording, there is no video version of this episode. The full episode is available in audio format only. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Welcome back to Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning. This week, Brendan and Juan watch The Last Duel (2021) for the very first time. Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer, and Ben Affleck, this historical drama tells the same story from multiple perspectives before building to one of the most intense finales in recent movie history. We break down the biggest moments of the film, discuss the performances, compare our thoughts to IMDb and Letterboxd reviews, and decide whether The Last Duel deserves more recognition than it received during its theatrical run. We also spin the wheel to determine the next year in our series, and somehow the wheel lands on 2011 again. That means another round of 2011 movies is headed your way. What did you think of The Last Duel? Is it one of Ridley Scott’s most underrated films, or did audiences get it right? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe for weekly movie reviews, first-time watches, nostalgia rewatches, and movie discussions from BJ in the Morning. #TheLastDuel #RidleyScott #MovieReview #FirstTimeWatch #NostalgiaCheck #BJintheMorning Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL On this episode of Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning, we revisit Spider Man No Way Home to find out if one of the biggest movies of the decade still lives up to the hype. We break down the biggest moments, revisit the emotional scenes, discuss the fan service, and ask whether nostalgia carried this movie or if it genuinely holds up years later. We also dig through IMDB and Letterboxd reviews to see what audiences really think, compare those opinions to our own, and give our final verdict. Does Spider Man No Way Home pass the Nostalgia Check? Topics include: Biggest story moments and scenes Fan service vs storytelling IMDB audience reactions Letterboxd takes First impressions revisited Final scores and verdicts Let us know your rating in the comments and tell us if this movie still works for you years later. #SpiderMan #SpiderManNoWayHome #Marvel #MCU #MovieReview #Podcast #NostalgiaCheck Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning, we finally watch Master and Commander Far Side of the World for the very first time and ask ourselves one question: how did we miss this movie for so long? From massive naval battles and incredible practical effects to Russell Crowe commanding one of cinema’s most memorable crews, we break down our honest first reactions, favorite moments, biggest surprises, and whether this historical epic lives up to its legendary reputation. Did this movie deserve more attention? Is it one of the most underrated films of the 2000s? And why aren’t movies like this made anymore? Join us as we experience Master and Commander for the first time and put it to the test. #MasterAndCommander #FirstTimeWatch #MovieReview #NostalgiaCheck #BJInTheMorning #MoviePodcast Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Ahoy, movie fans! In this episode of Nostalgia Check , presented by BJ in the Morning , we’re revisiting the movie that launched a billion-dollar franchise: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) . More than twenty years later, does Captain Jack Sparrow still steal every scene? Does the action, humor, romance, and supernatural pirate adventure still hold up? We break down the story, discuss our favorite moments, examine Johnny Depp’s iconic performance, and decide whether this Disney blockbuster deserves its legendary status. We’ll also discuss: The best scenes and action sequences Why Captain Jack Sparrow became a cultural phenomenon Behind-the-scenes production facts The cursed Aztec gold storyline Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley’s performances Whether the movie still works for modern audiences Our final Nostalgia Check verdict Is The Curse of the Black Pearl still one of the greatest adventure movies ever made, or is it sailing on nostalgia alone? Let us know your favorite Pirates of the Caribbean moment in the comments! Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on BJ in the Morning Presents: Nostalgia Check, we finally watched and reviewed Eyes Wide Shut for the very first time… and honestly, we’re still trying to process what we saw. From secret societies and uncomfortable tension to one of the strangest dreamlike movie experiences ever made, we break down the story, themes, performances, and the absolute chaos of trying to understand what Stanley Kubrick was cooking in his final film. Was it a masterpiece? Was it confusing? Was Tom Cruise just wandering around New York for 3 hours? We debate all of it. If you love movie reviews, first-time watches, nostalgic film discussions, and chaotic podcast energy, welcome to Nostalgia Check from BJ in the Morning. Topics Include: First reactions to Eyes Wide Shut Stanley Kubrick’s directing style Tom Cruise & Nicole Kidman performances Creepy masked party discussion The ending explained (or at least attempted) Funniest and weirdest moments Does the movie still hold up today? Like, comment, and subscribe for more movie breakdowns, first-time watches, nostalgia reviews, and podcast episodes from BJ in the Morning. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL HAPPY MUMMY'S DAY!! This week on Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning, we revisit the 1999 action-adventure classic The Mummy starring Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz and Arnold Vosloo. From cursed tombs and flesh-eating scarabs to one-liners and chaotic CGI, we break down why this movie became such a massive favorite for an entire generation. Does it still hold up after all these years? Is Rick O’Connell one of the greatest action heroes ever? And just how many people definitely should NOT have opened that book? We recap the movie, talk favorite scenes, roast the questionable visual effects, and decide if The Mummy passes the Nostalgia Check. Presented by BJ in the Morning New movie episodes every Saturday Nostalgia, first-time watches, debates, games, and movie chaos Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL What happens when you trap humanity on a never-ending train and let class warfare explode? Yeah… we just found out. On this episode of NOSTALGIA TEST by BJ in the Morning , we watch Snowpiercer for the very first time… and let’s just say this movie does NOT go where we expected. Set in a frozen future where the last survivors live on a constantly moving train, society is divided from the filthy tail section to the luxury front cars and one guy decides it’s time to fight his way forward. We break down: Our first reactions (and confusion) The wild tonal shifts That ending… Whether this movie actually works or is just chaos on rails Is this a hidden sci-fi classic… or just a weird experiment that somehow got greenlit? Welcome to BJ in the Morning where nostalgia gets tested and first-time watches get REAL. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube

SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to NOSTALGIA CHECK presented by BJ in the Morning ! This week, we revisit The Wolf of Wall Street directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, and Margot Robbie. We break down everything from our rewatch experience, the outrageous true story of Jordan Belfort, and whether this film still holds up as one of the most controversial and entertaining movies ever made. In this episode: Our first impressions on rewatching The Wolf of Wall Street IMDb & Letterboxd audience reactions Full plot breakdown and key moments The wildest and most unforgettable scenes Final ratings and verdict Is this a masterpiece of modern cinema… or does it go too far? If you love movie reviews, deep dives, and chaotic film discussions, this is the podcast for you. Like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube