Watch The Theron: The Charlize Theron Podcast

The Addams Family (2019)

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:34:00 -0000

Watch The Theron is back and ready to catch up on what we've missed! First up: 2019's animated film The Addams Family! After establishing our history with the Addams Family (across its many incarnations), we talk about whether this particular version is as good as it could be and we wonder what its goals are. We talk about how the cast would be great in a live action version, and wonder if that's why they were cast in these (voice only) roles. We wonder if Charlize was given any motivation for her character, and we talk about how hard it must be for anyone playing Morticia to not simply channel Anjelica Huston. We pitch some ideas for how the film's two main storylines could have crossed over. We talk about the animation style and character designs. We look ahead to The Addams Family 2.

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 18:45:47 -0000

The future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe may be a bit hazy, but what's perfectly clear is that Charlize Theron was in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness! Dropped into a credits scene, Charlize takes the role of Clea, who seems to know the titular Doctor Strange very well. Who is she? What role could she play? Why did Marvel use her now? We return to Watch The Theron for a quick episode to catch up on her role in the MCU and how she may be used down the road. We also discuss Charlize's recent history (and near future?) of acting exclusively in established franchises, how her entrance into the MCU is new ground for us, and whether Marvel would have been better served to have saved her casting for the seemingly inevitable reboot of the universe in the next few years.

The School for Good and Evil (2022)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:02:56 -0000

Charlize is back! Well, she never left, but Watch The Theron is back for her newest movie: The School for Good and Evil, which is a very, very long movie. It's not made for our demographic, but Charlize is having fun (hooray!), so we try to have some fun, too. We talk about how it feels like The School for Good and Evil is a TV series condensed down to movie length, discuss the complicated adaptation backstory, and admire how good this movie looks and how good the effects are. We also wonder... Will there be sequels? Where did this movie come from? Why aren't the nepo babies of the fairy tale world more defined/dressed? We compare this movie to Snow White and the Huntsman, debate whether or not the title is a spoiler, and preview upcoming episodes of Watch The Theron -- covering both movies we've missed and Charlize's upcoming projects (which are, weirdly, all sequels). Joey explains a Netflix disc "scam." Mike stereotypes witches' names.

053 Bombshell (2019)

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 04:01:00 -0000

We’re closing out the year with a brand new Charlize Theron movie, Bombshell, and our second episode of Watch The Theron in 2019! We are joined by Cara Gael O’Regan of the Wistful Thinking Podcast to talk about all things Megyn Kelly, Gretchen Carlson, and more. In this episode, we talk about the radical physical transformation (and makeup effects) for Charlize Theron (as well as many of the film’s other actors), the adaptation of a real-life saga, and the movie’s utter determination to not stick to a story or style. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

052 Long Shot (2019)

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 04:01:00 -0000

It's been a long time, but we're finally back on Watch The Theron! It may not be called Flarsky anymore (bad decision, movie studio), but Long Shot was worth the wait. In this episode, we talk about where the movie falls on the list of all-time great rom-coms, discuss the Charlize/Seth Rogen relationship, and yearn for a world where Charlize Theron is our president. We also look ahead to what's next for Charlize, and discuss how she'll fit into the ever-evolving world of the Fast and the Furious! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

051 The Chrome Teeth Awards

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 04:01:00 -0000

After 50 episodes discussing our favorite (and least favorite) moments in Charlize Theron's filmography, it's time for the Chrome Teeth: The Charlize Theron Awards! We're joined by fan (and new friend) from halfway around the world, Amelia Crawford, to discuss the highs and lows of Charlize's filmography. We'll give our picks and then hand it over to Amelia to find out who you, the listener, voted on! So take an ice bath, shave your head, and grab your chrome teeth, because it's time to celebrate Charlize Theron! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

050 Ranking Charlize Theron's Films

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 04:01:00 -0000

We've never done this kind of episode for one of our podcasts before, and while the name is clunky, the content is A+. This episode serves as a Letterboxd countdown and overall reflection on the Watch The Theron podcast. We're officially declaring the best and the worst parts of Charlize's filmography next week for the Chrome Teeth (voting may still be open... I'm writing this from the past!), but today we're ranking Charlize Theron's films, from 45 to 1. Play along at home and let us know your order! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

049 Announcing #HANX and #CruiseClub

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 04:01:00 -0000

#WatchTheTheron officially wraps up Phase I in two weeks with the Chrome Teeth (voting is still open!), so it's time to reveal what we're doing as a follow-up to our Charlize Theron podcast. Today, we're announcing #HANX for the Memories and #CruiseClub! This episode's a quickie, but we're back next week with a reflection on #WatchTheTheron (as well as our rankings of all of Charlize's films), then back a week later for the Chrome Teeth! Here's your homework: go vote (again!) for the Chrome Teeth, then subscribe to #HANX and #CruiseClub. Our journeys begin in January! Vote on the Chrome Teeth at www.cageclub.me/chrome Email us: watch@cageclub.me

048 Charlize Theron Clip Show

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Before we close up shop on #WatchTheTheron, we have to take a quick detour for a very special Charlize Theron Clip Show! Recorded live at Camp CageClub, Joey and Mike were joined by Chris Podcasts, Brian Rodriguez, and Joe Two to talk about 30 clips of Charlize Theron cobbled together on a YouTube playlist. How many of them do we watch in their entirety? Are any of the SNL clips funny? And will anything be as good as Brandon Flowers' music video for Crossfire? Listen and find out! Vote on the Chrome Teeth at www.cageclub.me/chrome Email us: watch@cageclub.me

047 The Chrome Teeth Nominations

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 04:01:00 -0000

We've made our way through 46 episodes of #WatchTheTheron, and now it's time to honor the very best (and the very worst) of what Charlize Theron's career has to offer with the Chrome Teeth! Voting is open now and will run for three weeks. Vote early, vote often! Listen to our episode for the nominations (and a bit of our takes on the nominees), then head here to cast your ballots. Seriously, vote as many times as you want. Rig the election. Do whatever you want. Just show up and vote! Vote at www.cageclub.me/chrome Email us: watch@cageclub.me

046 Tully (2018)

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Tully, like Charlize Theron in the film, pulls double duty: it reunites Charlize with Jason Reitman and Diablo Cody and closes the book on the first phase of #WatchTheTheron! If you don't know anything about Tully, stop reading this and go watch it. Joining us to talk about this surprisingly unusual (and nearly entirely great) film is Jordan Polan-Clarke of the Wistful Thinking podcast! We cover Charlize's transformation for the role, Mackenzie Davis as an all-time great #WatchTheTheron character, and -- of course -- Carly Rae Jepsen. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

045 Gringo (2018)

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Gringo is a weird little movie. Gringo also happens to be the first Charlize Theron movie released since #WatchTheTheron began, which is cause for a strange kind of celebration, as it marks the beginning of the end of "Phase I" of this podcast. To commemorate the occasion, we brought in special guest Nick Jenkins of the Reel Bad podcast to talk about a movie that's a bit too well made to ever find its way onto his podcast... or could it? Email us: watch@cageclub.me

044 The Fate of the Furious (2017)

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 04:01:00 -0000

We may talk about The Fate of the Furious every eight months (or so) on 2 Fast 2 Forever, but today's a very special occasion: we're talking about it on #WatchTheTheron, too! To talk about The Fate of the Furious, we had to bring in none other than our (other) resident Fast and Furious expert, Joe Two, as we discussed the film, whether or not Charlize is a good villain, and who her character might actually, really, truly be. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

043 Atomic Blonde (2017)

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Along with Mad Max: Fury Road, Atomic Blonde was, perhaps, the main reason why #WatchTheTheron was created in the first place. Atomic Blonde is sleek, stylish and sexy, showcasing many of Charlize's talents throughout the movie, as she kicks ass and looks great doing it. On this episode, we welcome in special guest Nicole Sweeney of Snark Squad to talk about Charlize as a badass, John Goodman as a hardass, and other stuff that doesn't have to do with asses. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

042 Kubo and the Two Strings (2016)

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Kubo and the Two Strings is Charlize Theron's second animated film. Unlike Astro Boy, however, her role in Kubo is actually important to the story and interesting to talk about! On this episode, we welcome back "Mad" Holly Gore (last heard on the wildly divisive Waking Up in Reno episode). Holly loves Japan -- and good movies! -- so we thought that Kubo and the Two Strings would be right up her alley. Were we right? Email us: watch@cageclub.me

041 The Last Face (2016)

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 04:01:00 -0000

The Last Face is widely considered one of the worst and most pretentious films ever made. What a way to wind down Watch The Theron! In this episode, we try to figure out what the movie was thinking, whether or not the movie suffers from white savior syndrome, and whether or not there's any redeeming qualities in this movie. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

040 The Huntsman: Winter's War (2016)

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 04:01:00 -0000

The Huntsman: Winter's War marks Charlize Theron's first sequel, and also begs one question: Why? Why this movie? Why this franchise? Though this movie was far less successful at the box office (and faced much harsher reviews from critics), it's probably not that far off from the first one in terms of quality or overall production value. However, with fewer than ten Charlize Theron movies left, it's a bit of a disappointment when we get to a movie where she misses an eighty minute chunk in the middle. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

039 Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 04:01:00 -0000

We should have known that the journey across the wasteland of Charlize Theron's filmography wouldn't be easy, but at long last we've made it to Valhalla: Mad Max: Fury Road. (It turns out that all we needed to get through was a little guzzoline.) In this episode, we talk about why this movie should be considered one of the finest action films of all-time, as well as the film's exhilarating action scenes and its complex gender politics and dynamics. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

038 Dark Places (2015)

Fri, 17 Aug 2018 04:01:00 -0000

It's 2015. Fresh off the success of Gone Girl, another Gillian Flynn adaptation, Dark Places, is released. That's where the similarities end. After David Fincher's adaptation of Gone Girl grossed more than $360 million worldwide in theaters, Dark Places was relegated straight to VOD and was met by "generally unfavorable reviews." Email us: watch@cageclub.me

037 A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014)

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 04:01:00 -0000

A Million Ways to Die in the West brings us back to a bygone era of Charlize Theron movies, and not in a good way. Like both Woody Allen movies we've covered on this podcast, A Million Ways to Die in the West seems like an ego-boosting fest for Seth MacFarlane. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

036 Snow White and the Huntsman (2012)

Fri, 03 Aug 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Most of Snow White and the Huntsman is forgettable, but that doesn't make any of Charlize Theron's gleefully campy acting any less wonderful. Snow White and the Huntsman tries to re-tell the classic tale of Snow White in new ways. Does it do an effective job? Do we really need the apple and dwarfs when nothing else feels the same? Should it be way weirder than it actually is? Does anyone think Kristen Stewart is actually "fairer" than Charlize Theron? Email us: watch@cageclub.me

035 Prometheus (2012)

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 04:01:00 -0000

In Prometheus, Charlize Theron plays a character who may be hiding some very big secrets -- namely, is she a human or a robot? -- but does finding out the answers to those secrets really matter? Rather than seek answers, we brought back our religion expert, John Brooks, to talk about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) religious undertones (and overtones) in this film. Even though this movie is filled to the brim with absolute dumb-dumbs, there's more than enough here to make this one of the more interesting (and one of the ten or fifteen best) Charlize Theron movies to date. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

034 Young Adult (2011)

Fri, 20 Jul 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Young Adult feels like the absolute culmination of every part Charlize Theron has played to date, showcasing her wide array of talents and highlighting a few of the different types of roles she's been known for over the years. She's a twisted version of a manic pixie dream girl, the anti-mom, a comedic force to be reckoned with, and an absolutely devastating character study of a broken woman. Pairing her on-screen with a never-better Patton Oswalt, and there's something magic about Young Adult. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

033 The Road (2009)

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Charlize Theron isn't in very much of The Road, but she plays a character who's pivotal to the main characters and main story. Or does she? We're joined by Wistful Thinking's Cara Gael O'Regan, our post-apocalyptic expert, to discuss the movie, Charlize's role within it, and whether or not the types of character she's been playing are better than those played by the rest of the women in Hollywood, or if they're just as bad. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

032 Astro Boy (2009)

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Years ago, we covered Astro Boy as part of #CageClub, even though Nicolas Cage wasn't in the movie very much. This time around, we're covering it again, even though Charlize Theron is in it even less. Whoops! Even though Charlize only does a voiceover for a commercial early in the film, this episode rights a wrong by bringing Lindsay Gibb up to speed with a Nicolas Cage movie she'd previously left unseen. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

031 The Burning Plain (2008)

Fri, 29 Jun 2018 04:01:00 -0000

We're in the back half of #WatchTheTheron, and most of what's left are known quantities. The Burning Plain was one of the few Charlize Theron movies left that we'd never heard of, and it turned out to be one of her best performances yet. Without diving too deep into the world of spoilers, we have a (major) first for the podcast, a new job for a Charlize character, and a Charlize character who's broken in ways we've yet to see. Join Joey, Mike, and special guest Jeremy Kelly as they play with fire in New Mexico! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

030 Hancock (2008)

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Hancock is a movie of frustrating potential. Will Smith gives a dynamic performance as the lead, but it feels like studio interference made Charlize Theron's character more prominent than she should have been... and that's a bummer! A movie written by the mastermind behind Breaking Bad shouldn't be anywhere close to this level of chaotic, but here we are. At least we get our second team-up of Charlize and Will Smith, and our second of Charlize and Jason Bateman! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

029 Sleepwalking (2008)

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Sleepwalking is such a vague and aimless film that not even its Wikipedia page notes where the movie takes place. Do the filmmaker and screenwriter even know? Who can say! All we know for sure is it was directed by a man who's primarily a visual artist and written by a man who's primarily a film colorist... oh, and Charlize is barely in it. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

028 Battle in Seattle (2007)

Fri, 08 Jun 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Battle in Seattle marks our first true CageClub Podcast Network crossover, as both Charlize Theron and Channing Tatum are in this movie! The Watch The Theron and #MagicMics podcasts crossed over to cover this (disappointing) movie, directed by Charlize's long-time boyfriend (and Mike's mortal enemy) Stuart Townsend, in his directorial debut. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

027 In the Valley of Elah (2007)

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 04:01:00 -0000

You may not know how to pronounce In the Valley of Elah -- or even know what it's about -- but it's definitely a movie you should see. In the Valley of Elah marks one of Charlize Theron's all-time best performances (so far, at least) and doubles as one of her best films yet. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

026 Arrested Development (2005)

Fri, 25 May 2018 04:01:00 -0000

In the history of the CageClub Podcast Network, we've never tackled a show quite like Arrested Development, or Charlize's specific arc within it. Spanning five episodes in the show's third season, the For British Eyes Only/Mr. F storyline is a fan favorite that also doubles as not-even-close-to-politically-correct. Rita corny, Michael. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

025 Aeon Flux (2005)

Fri, 18 May 2018 04:01:00 -0000

How much you enjoy Aeon Flux depends on the type of movie you think you're about to watch. If you want to see a movie where Charlize Theron kicks a lot of ass (and looks good doing it), you're in luck! If you're looking for something cohesive and coherent and well-rounded, well... you might want to keep looking. Like other ambitious sci-fi from this century, one of us (Mike) found it right up his alley, even if it didn't quite live up to his expectations. Joey, on the other hand... well, he might want to keep waiting for something else. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

024 North Country (2005)

Fri, 11 May 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Like Monster just a few short movies ago, North Country represents another prestige Charlize Theron drama that earned her an Academy Award nomination. While she's undeniably great in the movie (along with a slew of other actors all at or near the top of their game), recommending the movie is a tough ask due to the subject matter and the fact that the movie feels less than the sum of its parts. If you're able to stomach the oppressive levels of sexism in this period drama that marked a seismic shift in eliminating sexual harassment in the workplace, you'll see another role for Charlize that's a true culmination of everything she's done to this point, as well as a look forward to her future. Just don't say we didn't warn you: this one's a tough watch. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

023 The Life and Death of Peter Sellers (2004)

Fri, 04 May 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Today's film was a made-for-TV movie that attempts to tackle, appropriately, The Life and Death of Peter Sellers. But, as it turns out, the life and death of Peter Sellers was filled with events in which he was an unlikable mess, and the movie was so forgettable that it's hard to recall whether or not we even see him die. At the very least, we have a terrific Stanley Tucci as Stanley Kubrick appearance. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

022 Head in the Clouds (2004)

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Head in the Clouds reminds Joey and Mike of a lot of different movies, and almost none of the comparisons are flattering. It's not that this is a bad movie, per se, but it's boring, unfocused, and tonally inconsistent. Oh, you mean those are qualities of bad movies? Well, then I guess it's a bad movie! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

021 Monster (2003)

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Monster marks the high-water mark in Charlize's career, netting her Oscar and Golden Globe wins. Little did we know, though, how tough of a watch this would be. In her portrayal of hooker-turned-serial killer Aileen Wuornos, Charlize taps deep into her well of acting chops and pulls out a raw and terrifying performance. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

020 The Italian Job (2003)

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 04:01:00 -0000

While there's great behind-the-scenes trivia about Charlize Theron -- plus the on-screen reunion between her and Mark Wahlberg that we've all been clamoring for since the near-masterpiece film The Yards -- this is a movie you can pretty safely skip. As for this episode, though? A MUST-LISTEN! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

019 Waking Up in Reno (2002)

Fri, 06 Apr 2018 04:01:00 -0000

In the history of the CageClub Podcast Network (and the nearly 500 episodes we've released so far), rarely have opinions been as split about a movie as they are here. Is Waking Up in Reno a terrible movie, or is it a wonderfully mindless reprieve from the first-half sludge of Watch The Theron? The answer, as it turns out, depends on who you ask. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

018 Trapped (2002)

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Do you see that picture associated with this episode on cageclub.me? That one of Charlize standing in front of a window with BAD IDEA written on it? It's almost as though team that made this movie were offering a hint: watching Trapped is a bad idea! We are spiraling down, down, down on Watch The Theron as we make our way through generic thriller after generic thriller, with one wasted Charlize Theron performance after another. That didn't stop Joey and Mike from talking about lots of things, like the world's worst actor, one of the most baffling third act finales in recent memory, and why Dakota Fanning keeps finding herself on the wrong side of kidnappings. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

017 The Curse of the Jade Scorpion (2001)

Fri, 23 Mar 2018 04:01:00 -0000

It's been nearly 10 episodes since we last had to stomach an atrocious Woody Allen movie, so why not double down on some of his worst work ever? Not only does The Curse of the Jade Scorpion star Woody Allen himself (in a role he wishes he never took), but it's sexist, frustrating, and aggravating. Worst of all, it takes what would otherwise be a terrific role for Charlize Theron and wastes it in an otherwise dreadful movie. There's good news, though! We have no more Woody Allen movies to cover on this podcast. Hooray! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

016 15 Minutes (2001)

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 04:01:00 -0000

If we had done literally any research before plotting out our course for Watch The Theron, there's a really strong chance we would have skipped 15 Minutes. Charlize Theron appears in just one scene (as a thank you to director John Herzfeld, who gave Charlize her breakout role in 2 Days in the Valley), and while that scene isn't bad, the rest of the movie sure isn't great. As it turns out, Herzfeld seems to make the same movie over and over again, yet is never able to figure out what tone he wants to use. Are there any redeeming qualities of this movie? Listen and find out! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

015 Sweet November (2001)

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 04:01:00 -0000

We've covered Sweet November before, and we've seen another Keanu/Charlize pairing from her perspective. What will change when we talk about their chemistry for a FOURTH time? It turns out we're all a combination of depressed, frustrated, and confused by how little sense literally every part of this movie makes. Is Keanu Reeves a sociopath? Is Charlize Theron a sociopath? Are they BOTH sociopaths? Why isn't any other character nearly as interesting or as fully realized as Chaz/Cherry? All of these questions -- with very few satisfying answers -- on this episode of Watch The Theron! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

014 The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000)

Fri, 02 Mar 2018 04:01:00 -0000

The Legend of Bagger Vance may be (yet another) #problematic example of the "magical negro" trope, but that's far from this film's only fault. Overlong with a clumsy story, The Legend of Bagger Vance's biggest drawback may be not enough Charlize Theron! In this episode, we talk about the squandered use of her character, and how she goes from being a strong character with potential to an object as soon as Matt Damon gets his act together. That's Classic Hollywood for you, and we're getting sick of it. This episode also features many references to Shia LaBeouf and #ALLHISMOVIES, for reasons both obvious... and not! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

013 Men of Honor (2000)

Fri, 23 Feb 2018 04:01:00 -0000

If this were a Cuba Gooding, Jr. podcast, Men of Honor might be an all-time great. As it stands, we're facing down yet another movie with minimal Charlize Theron action, yet she still makes every moment on-screen count. She drunkenly stumbles through her scenes in Men of Honor, just as she drunkenly stumbles through the decades this movie covers, as she attempts to tolerate her racist-in-recovery husband (thirty years her senior?), Robert De Niro. May we all be blessed with the patience, tolerance, and liver recovery of Charlize Theron in this movie. Email us: watch@cageclub.me

012 The Yards (2000)

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Is The Yards a near masterpiece or merely an above-average period piece lacking a sense of time and place and starring a mumbly Marky Mark? There's a real division on this episode as we head into Queens to talk about the shady backdoor deals of, I don't know, trainyard stuff? While The Yards could give Charlize Theron more to do, its meticulous pace and Godfather-esque feel elevate it far above most of the dreck we've covered so far on Watch The Theron. How much you love it is to be determined, but with great performances and a strong story, it's definitely one to watch! An important note: For some reason, Joey's audio got really wonky with this one. The first half is good, but the second half becomes a strange experiment in omniscient podcasting. You'll see what we mean. Enjoy! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

011 Reindeer Games (2000)

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Ho, ho, ho... it's time to talk Reindeer Games: a movie we were once going to cover for our Ben Affleck podcast that also happened to fall into Watch The Theron. No matter which actor we're focusing on, one thing is for certain: this is not a good movie. Charlize Theron is on the record, having said it's her least favorite movie she's made. While we've seen her in worse movies to date, it's hard to argue with her. We chat about the strained logic of this film (most of this podcast is us trying to figure out what the plot actually is), the strange character choices, and how lucky we were to dodge the bullet of doing a Ben Affleck podcast. We also unveil a brand new game... let us know what you think about it! Lastly, is there a similarity here between this movie and Con Air? Perhaps! Email us: watch@cageclub.me

010 The Cider House Rules (1999)

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Is The Cider House Rules a good movie? That's the key question up for debate in this episode of Watch The Theron. What's inarguable is that it's the most award-decorated film we've covered so far. What's very arguable is whether or not it's a good movie, and whether or not Charlize Theron is good in it. We also talk about how this is a Spider-Friends pre-union, the Adam Scott-esque turn of Paul Rudd from a serious actor to a comedic actor, and an abundance of rappers-turned-actors (heretofore known as raptors) who all hang out and make cider. Also: could this be the last edition of Hollywood Tycoon for a while? All of that -- and much more -- on this episode of Watch The Theron!

009 The Astronaut's Wife (1999)

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Stop me if you feel like you've seen this one before. The Astronaut's Wife squanders a creepy vibe and a strong performance from Charlize in an otherwise muddled, uninspired package. At least we get our first dance scene! That's gotta count for something, right? Too bad that doesn't make up for the series of head-scratching moments and directorial choices throughout the rest of this movie.

008 Mighty Joe Young (1998)

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Mighty Joe Young is a return to the Disney machine for the #CageClub Podcast Network, and a first stop for Watch the Theron. This movie is remarkable in that it may be the best love story we've seen in a Charlize Theron movie so far, and (to no one's surprise) this relationship does not include Bill Paxton. This movie also features a delightful cameo from a Disney team player, as well as some truly terrible technology: "JOE TROUBLE!!!" We also have a revelation in the Hollywood Tycoon game that's SO SHOCKING that it may cause us to end the segment once and for all. (Just kidding.)

007 Celebrity (1998)

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 04:01:00 -0000

Celebrity is a catastrophe and an embarrassment for every single actor on screen. Covering Woody Allen for our podcasts was always going to be a dodgy proposition, but the immense level of icky-ness in all things here exceeds what we ever could have imagined. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul.

006 The Devil's Advocate (1997)

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 04:01:00 -0000

It's a #CageClub Podcast Network crossover! We'd previously covered The Devil's Advocate for #KeanuClub, but now we're back to talk about Charlize Theron's role in it! Watching this movie from the perspective of Mary Ann Lomax highlights how she's living a horror film no one else is, as well as a life of isolation, loneliness, and despair. Not nearly as fun as watching from Keanu's point of view, but hey! That's Hollywood, I guess.

005 Trial and Error (1997)

Fri, 29 Dec 2017 04:01:00 -0000

Trial and Error is saved from being the worst Charlize movie so far... only because we watched Hollywood Confidential last week. Trial and Error is a $2 Walmart bargain bin rip-off of every lawyer movie you've seen -- including one you love by the same director! Join us as we talk about how Jeff Daniels was horribly miscast, how Kramer can't carry a film, and how Charlize Theron was a manic pixie dream girl nearly a decade before that was even a thing.

004 Hollywood Confidential (1997)

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 04:01:00 -0000

Few films in the history of the #CageClub Podcast Network have been as bad as Hollywood Confidential. Illogical, incomprehensible, and downright boring, there's absolutely nothing redeeming about this movie. We were on such a roll, too; maybe things will rebound next week with that Jeff Daniels movie. Here's to hoping!

003 That Thing You Do! (1996)

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 04:01:00 -0000

The #HANX Cut of That Thing You Do! features a whole lot more Charlize Theron, which is right up our alley. Clocking in at nearly two-and-a-half hours, this version more clearly shows the disintegration of her relationship with Guy, and her growing fondness for her dentist. But a question: is that dentist really so handsome that she doesn't realize how catchy the title song is? Also, another question: did we uncover a weird tooth fetish growing inside the mind (or mouth) of director Tom Hanks? Lastly, brace yourself for an extended tangent/analogy about how the cash grab nature of the Buffy, the Vampire Slayer DVDs relates to this movie!

002 2 Days in the Valley (1996)

Fri, 08 Dec 2017 04:01:00 -0000

2 Days in the Valley transforms Charlize Theron from featured extra to prominent, pivotal character... seemingly overnight! None of the female characters in this movie are portrayed exceptionally well, but Charlize's depiction of an ice cold killer -- complete with a kick-ass fight scene against Teri Hatcher -- made it clear why she'd become a mega-star before too long.

001 Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest (1995)

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 04:01:00 -0000

Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest is our network's first true dive into horror -- and campy horror! Charlize Theron is barely in it, but it won't take long before she's a leading lady. This episode kicks off our podcast as we talk about shifting from #ThePahdcast, discuss the awkward difficulties of following an actress through her career, and unveil our first game!

Introducing Watch The Theron!

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 04:01:00 -0000

After watching and discussing the filmographies of Nicolas Cage and Keanu Reeves, Joey and Mike turn their focus to an actress who's shared the screen with both: Charlize Theron! She's a romcom sweetheart, a total badass, and everything in between. WHAT A LOVELY DAY.