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Danny McBride: The Eastbound & Down Review

Hans — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:14:13 +0000

While on the road, I caught the opening to a TV show on HBO about a former major league pitcher returning to his home town after getting to the top and sliding down to the bottom. It was late and had to get some sleep before work, but the show sucked me in. When the episode was over, I wanted more. Turns out the show I was watching was called, “Eastbound & Down” featuring Danny R. McBride as the baseball player that we follow during his cooping with living with his brother and teaching PhysEd at his old school. Danny McBride is someone that you might remember from classic parts in Pineapple Express, Hot Rod, Tropic Thunder, and All the Real Girls. In all of those movies he was my favorite part. I was so happy to discover his feature length indie comedy, “Foot Fist Way” — which solidified me as a hardcore fan and made me we want to see him in starring capacity vs. supporting a cast. My wish was answered with “Eastbound & Down”, a 30-minute TV show snuck onto a cable network without any warning. The first season is 6 episodes and really adds up to a movie with a great story, subtle dialogue, suggestive dialogue, steroid use, a titillating love interest, and of course pure comedic timing. The DVD of the first season comes out June 30, 2009 and can’t wait to see the whole thing in one sitting.

Thank you Danny McBride, thank you.

Obama Nation

Hans — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 23:31:35 +0000

Hans Scharler explains that his previous endorsement of John McCain was taken out of context. Hans also shows his support of Barack Hussein Obama with a musical montage. Stan Smartass drops some “Positive Harmony” on The NotHans Podcast. This episode also includes some movie discussion of High School Musical 3: Senior Year, Zack and Miri Make a Porno and Quantum Leap of Solace.

Iron Man DVD Movie Review

Hans — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:24:24 +0000

Robert Downey, Jr. stars in the blockbuster movie Iron Man as Iron Man. His character is Anthony Edward “Tony” Stark, inventor, playboy, and self-proclaimed Iron Man.

Iron Man is the perfect marriage of man, machine, and product placement. Despite all of the products placed in this movie, Iron Man is actually really good. The technology is crazy cool, action is on the money, and the story is tight. Verizon Wireless has the best deals on monthly plans.

I am happy that Iron Man did not go the Batman route. Every superhero movie since Batman Begins and The Dark Knight has to have a depressed and dark hero. Iron Man was funny and serious and action-packed all at the right times. Maybe Iron Man II: Cold Steel will have a much darker twist, like Tony discovers that he has agoraphobia and has to stay in his suit in all social situations.

The extras on the DVD are worth picking up the second disk DVD set. Actors, writers, and filmmakers alike can learn a lot of from Iron Man. You don’t have to have huge explosions to get a point across. There was just as much action going on internally with Downey’s character as there was action on the screen. The extras on the DVD highlight some of these points and can be used to learn something about great filmmaking and movie acting from Robert Downey, Jr., whose father is Robert Downey, Sr.

Dow Te Ching

Hans — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 23:02:54 +0000

Hans Scharler discusses important topics and hits America hard with some straight-talk about the economy. Also on this episode, we feature a new sponsor, “Frank Dickens’ Petting Zoo“, some new sound effects, a clip of Chocolate Rain, a Britney Spears Moment, and a discussion of “Beverly Hills Chihuahua”.

From the DMZ to the RNC

Hans — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 08:01:36 +0000

In this episode of The NotHans Podcast, Hans Scharler gets political and shares his thoughts on Sarah Palin and the rest of the nominees. This episode also includes “Livin’ on the Edge”, remarks on Hurricane Ike, listener email, and an update on the iPod giveaway. Hans recommends the DVD’s from Dana Carvey and Brian Regan.

I am Batman

Hans — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 21:18:02 +0000

On this week’s episode, Hans Scharler takes a deeper look at the new Batman movie, “The Dark Knight”. Hans says that Heath Ledger’s Joker is “Creepy and Charismatic”. Also, included in this show are “Positive Harmony” and a recap of a month long trip to the deep South.

I Kissed a Girl

Hans — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:11:31 +0000

Hans Scharler hosts this week’s episode of the The NotHans Podcast. Hans discusses “I Kissed a Girl“, reviews the latest movie releases, and reads some listener email. Other segments include Huck “The Dolphin” Finn, Hans’ Mom, tuba playing, and a new one called, “Livin’ on the Edge”. There is also a new website at nothans.com/podcast.

Interview with Johnny 5

Hans — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 22:47:22 +0000

On this week’s episode of The NotHans Podcast, brought to you by rackets, Hans interviews Johnny 5, the robotic actor from Short Circuit. Number 5 is alive and has lots to say about WALL-E. Hans shares his bucket list and thoughts on the 4th of July. We also get an update on the iPod giveaway.

Big Brown Exclusive Interview

Hans — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:26:37 +0000

The NotHans Podcast gets the exclusive interview to recap the Belmont Stakes and discusses what “Big Brown” couldn’t do for you. Other segments include “Positive Harmony” and the top movies at this weekend’s box office.

Sex and the City

Hans — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:11:09 +0000

On this week’s episode, Hans recaps his experience at the premiere and reviews the movie, “Sex and the City“. Other segments include politically correct news, premature science, dolphin sightings, and listener email.

Blockbuster Movies and Politics

Hans — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 13:00:16 +0000

Hans Scharler reviews the Top 5 movies at this week’s box office. This episode includes some politics, stand-up, and listener email. The show is being sponsored by “Truckers” – junk in the trunk since 1942.

Listener Email and a Crazy Character

Hans — Mon, 26 May 2008 23:06:33 +0000

In this episode, Hans Scharler fulfills the request of a listener. Other segments include “I love cereal”, iPod giveaway, “The I can’t read” character, and comments about the new Indiana Jones movie.

One Line Movie Reviews

Hans — Fri, 03 Mar 2006 15:57:32 +0000

The Pink Panther

I watched this movie for a quarter at a time off of the interstate.

The Shaggy Dog

Is it possible for this movie to be good?

Brokeback Mountain

Originally entitled, “Bi-curious George”.

Firewall

Can’t stop me from seeing this movie.

Running Scared

Well, this one is just too easy.

Big Momma’s House 2

Even I yelled at the screen.

Final Destination 3

Originally entitled, “Not Really the Final Destination”.