The Code Is Zeek

This bonus episode of Out Now with Aaron and Abe is a real treat. Aaron’s mother, Denise, returns to the podcast! She has recently seen the acclaimed Australian horror film The Babadook’ and really wanted to talk to Aaron about it, so here they are discussing the film in full. Keep in mind that this is a full-spoilers discussion of the film, so be sure to check out The Babadook , which is now available to rent or own and is currently streaming on Netflix. You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE listen to ‘Out Now Bonus: Aaron And His Mom Discuss ‘The Babadook’’ on audioBoom

This week seemingly had a couple disaster movies. One actually is a disaster movie, while the other is something of an editing disaster. The Rock is back in action, though there is little to recommend beyond the wild display of destruction. Meanwhile, Cameron Crowe journeys to Hawaii and comes back with a film that reeks of post-production tinkering. Basically, Max Max is still an option, so why not take it? Other than that, enjoy some of these articles and lists I have put together, as well as an all new podcast. In Theaters This Week: San Andreas -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/28/san-andreas-will-shake-you-into-enjoying-its-silliness/ (The Rock, Earthquakes and that's about it) Aloha -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/28/aloha-is-a-spastic-mess/ (Cameron Crowe misses the mark here) Still out and worth seeing: Mad Max, Ex Machina, Avengers, Far From The Madding Crowd

This week’s episode of Out Now with Aaron and Abe features guests Courtney Howard and Germain Lussier, talking with the guys about Tomorrowland.   Among topics covered, we have a fun round of Know Everybody ( 4:53 ), some Out Now Quickies™ ( 12:44 ), Trailer talk for The Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials ( 23:47 ), the main review of course ( 31:15 ), Out Now Feedback ( 65:00 ), a fun Game ( 73:53 ), then we wrap things up ( 81:30 ), and lastly some Bloopers following this week’s close out song ( 90:52 ).  So now, if you’ve got an hour or so to kill… You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE < center> listen to ‘Out Now 193: Tomorrowland’ on audioBoom

This week presented one of my most anticipated films of the summer, Tomorrowland , which may or may not have lived up to its potential. We also got a Poltergeist remake starring a non-dancing Sam Rockwell. Fortunately there were lots of other things happened, which I tried to lay out in this week's recap. In Theaters This Week: Tomorrowland -  http://www.thecodeiszeek.com/2015/05/go-see-tomorrowland-todayor-wheneverits.html (Ambitious and fun, but still flawed) Poltergeist -  http://whysoblu.com/theyve-conjured-up-a-stale-remake-of-poltergeist-movie-review/ (You asked for a remake of Poltergeist...right?) Mad Max: Fury Road -  http://www.ranthollywood. com/2015/05/11/film-review- mad-max-fury-road-is-a-car- chase-action-extravaganza/ (Hurry up and see this already)

Tomorrowland : 3 ½ out of 5 If Brad Bird is working on a new film, that’s really all I need to get excited. Going into production on a film called  Tomorrowland  was interesting enough and then he brought along George Clooney to add a bit more prestige to the project. Not knowing what to expect, there was a sense that audiences would get something of a retro sci-fi adventure film, based on the title alone.  This would not be a first for Disney or Bird, as  The Rocketeer  and  The Iron Giant , let alone the  The Incredibles,  all rely on a level of nostalgia to go along with the thrills made possible by the era in which these films were made. This is why it is unfortunate  Tomorrowland  is not another Bird film that will go on to be a highlight in its genre. The film has a level of ambition and some neat sights, but it is held up by a narrative that is somehow overly complicated, yet lacking.

This week’s episode of Out Now with Aaron and Abe features guests Scott Mendelson and Jimmy O , talking with the guys about Mad Max: Fury Road.   Among topics covered, we have a fun round of Know Everybody ( 4:04 ), some Out Now Quickies™ ( 9:02 ), Trailer talk for The Transporter: Refueled ( 22:18 ) and Jem and the Holograms ( 27:14 ), the main review of course ( 37:52 ), Out Now Feedback ( 75:28 ), a fun Game ( 81:37 ), then we wrap things up ( 90:07 ), and lastly some Bloopers following this week’s close out song ( 104:50 ).  So now, if you’ve got an hour or so to kill… You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE listen to ‘Out Now 192: Mad Max: Fury Road’ on audioBoom

This bonus episode of Out Now with Aaron and Abe is an interview featuring special guest Jason Strouse , the writer/director of Teacher of the Year . This comedy has been touring the festival circuit and will now be available for the public at large to see. Be sure to listen to this Q&A session (with some mild spoilers) concerning the film and then go check out the film on iTunes and various OnDemand and internet services. You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE listen to ‘Out Now Interview: Interview With Jason Strouse, Writer/Director Of Teacher of the Year’ on audioBoom

Out Now with Aaron and Abe has a great film to talk about here. In honor of the arrival of Mad Max: Fury Road in theaters, the duo has decided to go back to the second film in the Mad Max series, The Road Warrior . Guests Brandon Peters and Jim Dietz are here as well and ready for some classic car chase action. Lots of interesting conversation here, with plenty of stories, trivia, and more to be found in this killer commentary track. Important Note:   This commentary may feature both juvenile uses of language and jokes that may be considered un-PC.  We of course are just trying to have a fun time… So now, if you’ve got an hour to kill… listen to ‘Out Now Commentary: The Road Warrior (1981)’ on audioBoom

This week's recap has one big piece of awesome to put right at the top and it is Mad Max: Fury Road , which is a new action movie classic in every way. The film is fantastic and definitely deserves your attention. I also reviewed Pitch Perfect 2  and added some reviews for films that hit Blu-ray this week. Be sure to check out the other fun as well, including our Daredevil  podcast on Out Now this week. Lots of cool stuff here so enjoy! In Theaters This Week: Mad Max: Fury Road - http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/11/film-review-mad-max-fury-road-is-a-car-chase-action-extravaganza/ (A new action masterpiece and having the best reviews of the year certainly helps support that statement) Pitch Perfect 2 -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/13/pitch-perfect-2-struggles-to-find-its-voice/ (More fun for fans of the first) The Connection -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/15/the-connection-makes-a-decent-attempt-to-live-up-to-its-i...

This week’s episode of Out Now with Aaron and Abe features guests Brandon Peters and Jim Dietz, talking with the guys about Marvel’s Daredevil , currently available on Netflix .   Among topics covered, we have a fun round of Know Everybody ( 6:52 ), some Out Now Quickies™ ( 15:44 ), Trailer talk for Ant-Man ( ­ 21:21 ) and Hitman: Agent 47 ( 27:00 ), the main review of course ( 32:33 ), Out Now Feedback ( 72:02 ), a fun Game ( 81:56 ), then we wrap things up ( 89:06 ), and lastly some Bloopers following this week’s close out song ( 99:29 ).  So now, if  you've  got an hour or so to kill… You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE listen to ‘Out Now 191: Marvel's Daredevil (On Netflix)’ on audioBoom

Not a lot new happened this week (though it is my birthday!). I had no desire to see Hot Pursuit, so that wasn't happening, but I did get a chance to see one new release this week, The D Train and I finally had a chance to review Far From The Madding Crowd . Hopefully I'll have a chance to see Maggie  at some point, but next week and onward has plenty of great stuff coming out. For now, enjoy a new review, some new releases on Blu-ray that I've reviewed, and more! In Theaters This Week: The D Train -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/08/film-review-the-d-train-has-jack-black-and-james-marsden-confused-at-their-stop/ (good cast, not a home run) Far From The Madding Crowd -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/08/film-review-far-from-the-madding-crowd-is-more-engaging-than-the-average-period-drama/ (Solid period drama) Avengers: Age of Ultron -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/04/21/avengers-age-of-ultron-hulk-smashes-its-way-to-more-ma...

This week’s episode of Out Now with Aaron and Abe features guests Jonathan Van Dyke and Ethan Anderton, talking with the guys about Avengers: Age of Utron.   Among topics covered, we have a fun round of Know Everybody ( 5:05 ), some Out Now Quickies™ ( 10:13 ), Trailer talk for Fantastic Four ( 16:03 ), the main review of course ( 20:24 ), Out Now Feedback ( 55:03 ), a fun Game ( 1:06:00 ), then we wrap things up ( 1:11:00 ), and lastly some Bloopers following this week’s close out song ( 1:20:20 ).  So now, if you’ve got an hour or so to kill… You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE listen to ‘Out Now 190 - Avengers: Age of Ultron’ on audioBoom

Out Now with Aaron and Abe has been going for 4 strong years and we welcome this new development involving a collaboration with Rant Inc. and AudioBoom . With that in mind, this is a fun welcome episode that allows all listeners to get either an introduction to the show or a simple understanding of what they already know the show is. With that in mind, enjoy whatever you want to look at this mini bonus episode as. Additionally, feel free to like our Facebook page (f acebook.com/outnowpodcast ), follow us on Twitter ( @Outnow_Podcast ), and subscribe to the show on iTunes (where you should also feel free to leave a review and/or rating). Now, if you've got 15 minutes to kill... listen to ‘Out Now Bonus: A Welcome To The Newcomers’ on audioBoom

This week's recap is going to be focused mainly on Avengers: Age of Ultron , as it is now in theaters and the big ticket for the weekend. That said, please check out my coverage of the Newport Beach Film Festival , as well as some of the other assorted items I was able to put out this week. In Theaters This Week: Avengers: Age of Ultron -  http://www.ranthollywood. com/2015/04/21/avengers-age- of-ultron-hulk-smashes-its- way-to-more-marvel-greatness/ (It is a blast) The Newport Beach Film Festival Review Round-Up -  http://www.ranthollywood.com/2015/05/01/2015-newport-beach-film-festival-review-roundup/ My review for the first Avengers -   http://www.thecodeiszeek.com/2012/05/avengers-assemble-for-comic-book-fever.html