Bromance Podcast: Rom Com Reviews
By Boka Agboje & Garrett Balliett
Bromance Podcast: Rom Com ReviewsMay 16, 2022
My Big Fat Greek Wedding: Our Final Episode
Where are John Travolta's people from? Does every word really have a Greek origin? Is this the end of Bromance Podcast? These questions and more are covered in our series finale, covering the best rom com of the 00's, My Big Fat Greek Wedding! This episode has everything—a guest appearance from Content Producer Christie, Garrett remembering some names, and sweet, sweet Vermouth.
Mystic Pizza: Lobster, Big Hair and Portuguese Discrimination
Has Julia Roberts ever been more magnetic in a role? Does Connecticut really have a sizeable Portuguese American population? IS THAT BABY MATT DAMON IN HIS FIRST EVER ACTING ROLE??? These questions and more will be answered on the penultimate episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the 1988 cult classic, Mystic Pizza! This movie has everything—melodramatic jazz, a young Vincent D'Onofrio knowing his worth, and fish guts dumped all over a Porsche.
As Good As It Gets: OCD Doesn't Mean You Can Be Racist (We Think, We're Not Doctors)
What if this is as good as it gets? Does Helen Hunt have the juice? Is Jack Nicholson attractive? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the inferior Jack Nicholson rom com, As Good As It Gets! This movie has everything: two Oscar wins, Cuba Gooding Jr. threatening physical violence, and side boob!
This is 40: Marriage Isn't The End, It's The Beginning (Of The End)
Who uses the bathroom for 30 minutes? How does Judd Apatow feel about directing movies where other men romance his wife? Did the ending of Lost make sense to you? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the spiritual sequel to Knocked Up, This Is 40! This episode has everything: Albert Brooks as a loveable mooch of a grandfather, a child actor performance that isn't annoying, and hemorrhoids!
Broadcast News: The Devil Is A Mediocre White Man
Why was Holly Hunter crying all the time? Do people even watch the news anymore? What do you do when your real life exceeds your dreams? (EDITOR'S NOTE: YOU KEEP IT TO YOURSELF.) These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the 7-time Oscar nominated movie, BROADCAST NEWS! This movie has everything: an upsettingly accurate prediction of the downfall of journalistic integrity, an unfulfilled lovet triangle, and Joan Cusack moaning excessively.
Some Kind of Wonderful: I Paint and Can Fix Cars But It's 80s High School So That Makes Me A Loser
Is Eric Stoltz criminally underrated? What kind of name is Watts? Were the 80s really this awful for highschoolers? These questions and more will be answered on the lastest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering John Hughes' most un-discussed high school flick, Some Kind of Wonderful! This movie has everything: a blue collar father that wants the best for his son, a high school vice principal that is definitely down to sleep with students, and a young Candace Cameron playing the sweetest and most precocious child with an eye on the lies of the food pyramid!
Romy and Michele's High School Reunion: You Can Never Escape Your Past, There Is No Guarantee Of Your Future
Does Madonna have any bangers (don't worry this is a bait question to get your attention, we know the answer is yes)? Did you go to your high school reunion? Was Rhoda actually hotter than Mary? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering Romy and Michele's High School Reunion! This episode had everything: high school flashbacks, non-smokers discussing the merits of fast burning cigarettes, and Boka not watching the full movie.
Two Weeks Notice: Work Place Romance Always Ends Well, Right?
Is Strip Chess a real thing? How many truly great rom coms does Sandra Bullock actually have? Would the world have been infinitely better off if Trump just stuck to acting? These questions and more will be covered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, where we covered Two Weeks Notice! This movie has everything: a staunch and impassioned defense of Coney Island, Hugh Grant playing Hugh Grant, and terribly acted tennis play.
Punch Drunk Love: What If "Anger Management" Was A Little Scary?
How many airline miles should a pudding cup be worth? What will it take to restore America's confidence in phone sex hotlines? Is this the first time we've seen a character literally (metaphorically) be henpecked to death? These questions and more were covered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, where we discussed Punch Drunk Love! This movie has everything: the masculine urge to maximize corporate rewards programs, inconsolable crying, and Adam Sandler actually applying himself!
The Parent Trap: The Government is Hiding Lindsay Lohan's Clone From Us
Who in the right minds would think this is a good way to split custody of their twin daughters? Why didn't Dennis Quaid's character just slide on fine-ass nanny, Chessy? Did you think Lindsay Lohan was a twin growing up? These questions and more will be answered on the season 8 premiere of Bromance Podcast covering The Parent Trap! This movie has everything: children fighting with swords, evil stepmothers, and freaky twin things.
Easy A: If You Don't Wanna Read The Scarlet Letter Watch This Instead
How does Garrett not know who Aly & AJ are? Where the hell is OJai? Can Patrcia Clarkson get it? These questions and more will be answered on the season 7 finale of Bromance Podcast, covering Emma Stone's greatest hit (Superbad doesn't count as "hers"), Easy A! This movie has everything: Stanley Tucci with hairy forearms, men lying to project an air of strong masculinity, and gift cards!
The Big Sick: Is Ray Romano Daddy Now?
Is there such a thing as positive heckling? Can Holly Hunter get it? Is arranged marriage really that bad? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering Kumail Nanjiani's semi-autobiographical rom com, The Big Sick! This episode has everything: Garrett's continued downward spiral, Boka standing by the idea of lying to your parents, and a special guest appearance from our friend, Paige Parker!
The Wedding Ringer: Let's Commoditize Male Loneliness
How's Kaley Cuoco's last name pronounced? If you were to get married tomorrow, do you know who your best man/maid of honor would be? What's Kevin Hart's best movie? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of the Bromance Podcast, covering the 2015 retread of Hitch, The Wedding Ringer! This episode has everything: Boka defending the 1970's female-led rock band heart, Garrett embracing his inner Future-Hendrix, and Kalely Cuoco slander!
The 40-Year-Old Virgin: Sex Ruins Everything So Don't Even Sweat It
Is it true that if you don't use it, you lose it? Have you ever heard of the term fuck buddy? What's Curious George like in real life? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering one of Judd Apatow's most important movies, The 40-Year-Old Virgin! This movie has everything: an improbable gaggle of women throwing themselves at Steve Carrell, a chest waxing scene from hell, and VHS tapes ('member those?)
Couples Retreat: Middle Aged White Men Say "Therapy Scary!"
Did anyone actually enjoy this movie in 2009? What the hell is a Guitar Hero dealer? Is Kristen Davis the most slept-on actress from the Sex and the City foursome? These questions and more are answered on our latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the Vince Vaughn douchefest, Couples Retreat! This episode has everything: Boka and Garrett refusing to discuss the plot, repeated shoutouts to Boba Fett actor Temuera Morrison, and special guest, Quincy Nkwonta!
Never Been Kissed: Chris Hansen, Shut This Whole Thing Down
What would you do if you had to go back to high school as an adult? Does Drew Barrymore have any good rom coms? Did nobody in the 90s have an issue with adults pursuing romantic relationships with children (looking at you, Bill)? These questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering Boka's worst pick of the season, Never Been Kissed! This movie has everything: Molly Shannon trying and failing to exude sex appeal, made up high school slang that nobody has ever earnestly said, and cringe so deep you'll stab yourself in the palm just to feel something different.
Long Shot: Hot Wife Dopey Husband Is A Proud American Tradition
How many actors have successfully made the transition from television to film? How did you react when Daenerys Targaryen's dragon came back as a White Walker? Would you recognize Andy Serkis out of a crowd or do you only know him as Gollum from Lord of the Rings? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the best Seth Rogen rom com out of two, Long Shot! This movie has everything: tales of 13 year old erections, black republican Ice Cube Jr., and girl bosses doing girl boss tings.
The Princess Bride: Why Say "I Love You" When You Can Say "As You Wish"
How easy is it to become a pirate? Why did Prince Humperdinck have to murder Buttercup? Can Robin Wright still get it? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering Fred Savage's magnum opus, The Princess Bride! This movie has everything: two young, strapping men sword fighting (not like that), dwarves in giant rat costumes, and Billy Crystal!
Warm Bodies: Eating Brain Is Key To Intimacy
Would you date a zombie? How bad was Boka's KGB impression? Is Garrett finally embracing the cruel realities of life or is that just the flu talking? These questions and more will be answered on our latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering the undead Romeo and Juliet tale, Warm Bodies! This movie has everything: John Malkovich wasting his talents, Dave Franco playing a suicidal sycophant, and hipster vinyl in the apocalypse.
He's Just Not That Into You: If They Wanted To They Would, Or Maybe They Can't, IDK
Did you just say dry hump? Was Bradley Cooper smoking cigarettes or not? If you run away from every guy that doesn't like you, will there be anybody left? These questions and more will be answered on the season 7 premiere episode of Bromance Podcast covering He's Just Not That Into You! This episode has everything: E from Entourage being a complete cuck, Garrett competing in the ultimate game of What's That Name, and special guest Christianna!
Forgetting Sarah Marshall: Hawaii Is For Couples You Sad, Lonely Fool
Do you know what it's like for a guy to refuse a blowjob, mid blowjob? Is a puppet musical about Dracula a feasible idea? Don't you wish you could have your ex banished from an entire island? These questions and more are covered in our Season 6 finale covering Jason Segal's magnum opus, Forgetting Sarah Marshall! This episode has everything: Jack McBrayer learning how to have sex, a fictional cop drama that would get 16 seasons on CBS, and the period blood girl from Superbad in a connected universe cameo.
Shallow Hal: 2 Hours of Fat Jokes, 5 Minutes of Self Love
Isn't Jason Alexander too good for this movie? Does Tony Robbins have magical powers? Why is Garrett making us discuss this horrible movie on mic? These questions and more will be discussed on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the second worst thing to happen in 2001, Shallow Hal! This episode has everything: Garrett and Boka recording in person, Gwyneth Paltrow pre-GOOP, and a very bad Oncology lecture.
Trainwreck: Knowing You're Crappy Isn't Enough, You Have To Be Better
If I kiss the belly hard enough, will the baby feel it? Why do all Judd Apatow comedies go on so damn long? Does Bill Hader really get the ladies going? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the the one enduring Amy Schumer product, Trainwreck! This episode has everything: John Cena naked and erect, Lebron James being cheap as shit, and a grown ass man sleeping on a full size mattress.
She's All That: Glasses And Overalls Mean Die Alone
Have you ever checked out the bobos on a super freak? Whatever happened to Matthew Lillard? Did (white) folks in the 90s know what falafel was? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering the pseudo-Scooby Doo prequel, She's All That! This episode has everything: reality show douchebags, choreographed dance numbers, and Garrett finally losing his "What's That Name" streak.
Guess Who: Don't Get It Twisted, Get Out Was A Documentary
What do you call 300 white guys chasing a black guy? What the hell is a Shriner's convention? These questions and more will be answered on our latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the 2005 Bernie Mac/Ashton Kutcher battle for the ages, Guess Who! This episode has everything: pre Marvel money Zoe Saldana, obvious comparisons to Get Out, and the most tepid takes on race relations possible.
The American President: Harnessing the Political Power of Simps
Would you vote for a simp? Is a Dogwood a flower or a tree? What is the value of a proportional response? These questions and more will be covered on this midseason episode of Bromance Podcast covering The American President! This episode has everything: a White Pride presidential candidate, Boka being too into The West Wing, and uncomfortable comparisons to the Monica Lewinsky Scandal!
Music And Lyrics: Manic Pixie Dream Girls HATE Deadlines
Why do people spit in mouths? Why do white people clap on the 1 and the 3? If Boka and Garrett and signature colognes, what would they smell like? These questions and more will be answered on this episode of Bromance Podcast covering Music and Lyrics! This episode has everything—Boka and Garrett continuing not to understand Drew Barrymore's rom com appeal, western appropriation of Buddhism, and some unnecessary slander of British codebreaker Alan Turing.
Miss Congeniality: Imagine Becoming a Domestic Terrorist Over a Beauty Pageant
Is Miss Congeniality even a rom com? Has Boka ever been higher in his life? Is there a worse serial killer name than "The Citizen"? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering Miss Congeniality! This episode has everything: an exploration of the queer subtext coming from Miss Rhode Island, the reasoning behind why women love serial killers, and special guest, Ariana Santana of Obsassed Podcast!
Plus One: Here's One For The Homie Hoppers
Will Boka and Garrett get intimate this episode? Who orders tilapia at a diner? Do you believe in ghosts and can they see you have sex in a graveyard? These questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the 2019 hipster millennial hit, Plus One! This episode has everything: Boka hurting SNL's Beck Bennett's feelings, wedding reception flip cup, and Old Man LSD.
Knocked Up: Let's Stick It Out For The Baby Cus That Always Works
How did Garrett lose his virginity to "You Don't Mess With The Zohan?" What the hell happened to Katherine Heigl? Is a fantasy baseball draft worse than cheating? These questions and more will be answered on our Season 6 premiere of Bromance Podcast covering Knocked Up! This episode has everything: a return to Garrett's Mind Palace as we play What's That Name, Boka knowing too much about Mr. Skin, and both of our hosts lusting after Leslie Mann.
Moonstruck: Cocaine And Cannoli
Is this the most Italian rom com of all time? When will Boka and Garrett stop arguing about Love Actually? Can you believe it's been over 50 episodes of Bromance Podcast? These questions and more will be answered on the season 5 finale of Bromance Podcast, covering our sexual awakening to Cher, Moonstruck! This episode has everything: Nick Cage acting as badly as possible, Boka's strange attraction to Olympia Dukakis, and a primer on the proper pronunciation of <>.
Must Love Dogs: Boy Willows Says Life Is "Ruff"
Why do we all know who Diane Lane is? How does this movie not have more dogs? Can Cusack lay pipe? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering the return of John Cusack and Dermot Mulroney, Must Love Dogs! This episode has everything: Boka trying to explain who Stockard Channing is, three dudes in their 20s discussing fertility and menopause, and special guest, Boy Willows!
Silver Linings Playbook: Eagles Fandom is Mental Illness
Since when do cops carry cards? What happened to Jennifer Lawrence's career? Why would you let your retirement depend on an amateur dance competition? These questions and more will be answered on our latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the 2012 rom com/dram, Silver Linings Playbook! This episode has everything: a breakdown of the logistics of trash bag running, a surprisingly apt comparison to "The Perks of Being a Wallflower," and Robert De Niro making De Niro face.
Poetic Justice: Let's Curse At Each Other For 5 Hours And Then Fall In Love
How long is the ride from LA to The Bay? Do you wanna smell Janet Jackson's poonani? Does this movie have the most soulful clarinet you've ever heard? These questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering John Singleton's romantic classic, Poetic Justice! This episode has everything—Garrett telling women to smile more, a respectability-politics cameo from the late, great Maya Angelou, and special guests from @inmy_opinionpod, Adora and Alex!
My Sassy Girl: Choose Violence, Always
Have you ever puked on an old man's head? Why is The Girl so violent? If somebody's blackout drunk on public transit, would you do anything BUT call an ambulance? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the South Korean rom com classic, My Sassy Girl! This episode has everything: everybody thinking Boka wants women to abuse him, an astounding ignorance of South Korean cultural norms, and special guest, our Asset Producer Christie.
The Wedding Planner: You Don't Need A Man To Take Care Of You, You're JLo
Is JLo secretly Italian? Why don't Boka and Garrett know the ins and outs of heroin? Which actor for this movie was also in The Godfather? These questions and more will be answered in our latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering The Wedding Planner! This episode has everything: Boka's best Rust Cohle impression, a un-researched analysis of The McConaissance, and criminally underrated character actress Kathy Najimy.
Just Married: Brittany Murphy Deserved The World
Have you ever killed a partner's dog? Do white people call other white people cracker? What's the real story surrounding the circumstances of Brittany Murphy's death? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering Just Married! This movie has everything: Ashton Kutcher as the worst fiancé ever, failed attempts at airplane sex, and a grown woman who prefers to be called "Pussy."
Splash: She Hasn't Said A Word And Keeps Making Out With Me, What Could Be Wrong?
Do you want your mermaids to be top half or bottom half fish? How did Garrett learn how to ride a bike? Did this movie invent the girl's name Madison? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the Ron Howard's mermaid magnum-opus, Splash! This episode has everything: Boka high off his balls, inter-species sex scenes, and Eugene Levy doing his best "Mr. Crocker from Fairly Odd Parents" impression.
STARRING:
- Tom Hanks as Allen Bauer
- Daryl Hannah as Madison the Mermaid
- John Candy as Freddie Bauer
- Eugene Levy Walter Kornbluth
Sex And The City The Movie: All My Homies Hate Mr. Big
Is it finally time to cancel Boka? What's the deal with Kim Cattrall's beef with Sarah Jessica Parker? How large is Mr. Big's member? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering Sex And The City: The Movie! This episode has everything: a new Garrett-sponsored segment titled "Bromance, Romance, or Nomance," a breakdown of the Sex And The City reboot drama, and a guest appearance from friend of the pod and Twitter comedian @Max_Kapusta.
13 Going On 30: Call Chris Hansen They're Dating Children Here
Did Garrett remember to hit record this time? Whatever happened to Jennifer Garner? Why is Boka so single? These questions and more will be answered on the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering 13 Going On 30! This episode has everything: the importance of stimulating your prostate, way too many Planet of the Apes references, and a special guest, our friend Jillian.
Starring:
- Jennifer Garner as Jenna Rink
- Mark Ruffalo as Matty Flamhaff
- Judy Greer as Lucy "Tom Tom" Wyman
- Andy Serkis as Richard Kneeland
Special Episode! The Bromance Podcast Season 5 Movie Draft
What if the top halves of mermaids were the fish parts? What's the key to getting a corgi from an animal shelter? Why did Garrett's mom take him to see the Sex and the City movie when he was 13? These questions and more will be answered in a very special episode of Bromance Podcast where we're deciding what movies we're gonna discuss this next season!
Final Selection:
Just Married
My Sassy Girl
Sex and The City, The Movie
Must Love Dogs
Splash
Poetic Justice
The Wedding Planner
Moonstruck
Silver Linings Playbook
13 Going on 30
Boomerang: Do Super Models Really Want Eddie Murphy This Much?
Do you think Malcolm X died just so you could walk around looking like a chump? Have you or a loved one ever been pussy whipped? Why even put Halle Berry your movie if you're just gonna have her wear large trash bags the whole time? These questions and more will be answered on our Season 4 finale, BOOMERANG! This episode has everything: an admiration for Eartha Kitt's elderly but svelte form, David Alan Grier getting absolutely cuckolded, and a special guest, our friend Christianna.
STARRING:
Eddie Murphy
Robin Givens
Halle Berry
Martin Lawrence
John Witherspoon
The Break-Up: Why Men Deserve Less
Do men deserve rights? What type of dinner centerpiece requires 12 lemons? Is Vince Vaughn this awful in real life? These questions and more will be answered in our penultimate Season 4 movie, The Break-Up! This episode has everything: Boka doing a shitty Werner Herzog impression, an appreciation for the raspy tones of Joey Lauren Adams, and a filmic precursor to The Weeknd's House of Balloons era.
While You Were Sleeping: I'm Gonna Lie 'Til You Love Me
Do you believe in love at first sight? How many rom coms are gonna end with a wedding interruption? Is Sandra Bullock the most charismatic rom com leading lady of all time? These questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING! This episode has everything: Boka saying "uwu" like 15 times, Garrett finally discovering what gabbagool is, and a surprisingly in-depth breakdown of Clare's season of The Bachelorette.
High School Musical: The Worst Years of Your Life, Now Set to Music
Is Bop to the Top just a teensy bit racist? Does Coach Bolton beat his son? Are Ryan and Sharpay too close as siblings? These questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast covering the 2006 worldwide phenomenon, HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL! This episode has everything: an indictment of Ms. Darbus as a terrible teacher, a breakdown of Kelsie’s many hats, and a special guest appearance from resident HSM expert David Branson.
Love Don't Cost a Thing: I'm Still Garbage, I'm Just Garbage Wearing Sean John
What would you do to be popular in high school? Who is the Chinese equivalent of Barry White? Who would ever be dumb enough to disrespect Christina Milian? These questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Bromance Podcast, covering the 2003 fashion massacre, LOVE DON'T COST A THING! This episode has everything: Garrett drowning in Sean John cologne to get high school girls, condom tutorials from Steve Harvey, and a financial breakdown of paying someone $1,500 to PRETEND to be your girlfriend for only TWO WEEKS (please never do this, whoever is reading this).
Wedding Crashers: Stolen Valor Gets You Laid
What does your ideal wedding look like? Why did Garrett eat so much meatloaf growing up? is Isla Fisher hot, scary hot, or both? These questions and more will be addressed in our latest episode covering WEDDING CRASHERS! This episode of the pod has everything: peak mid-2000s fashion, Boka & Garrett describing their ideal weddings, and that one Beltway Democrat strategist that looks like Lex Luthor.
Bridget Jones' Diary: A Lovable Wreck Minus the Lovable Honestly (feat. Our Friend Jules)
Is this movie just a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice? When did Bromance Podcast become a Mel Gibson book club? Was anyone even remotely sober for this episode? These questions and more will be covered in this episode covering Bridget Jones' Diary! Writer and Twitter Comedian superstar Jules Zucker (@jzux) came on to talk about "skirt" vs. "fanny," the sexual appeal of Colin Firth, and which cereal mascot you would most want to date. It was a glorious, glorious, clusterf**k.
Coming to America: She'll Love You If You're Rich Stop Making This Hard For Yourself
What does "dumb fuck" mean? Why doesn't Boka know what a jheri curl is? Can Eriq LaSalle ever play somebody nice? These questions and more will be answered on our latest episode covering COMING TO AMERICA! This episode has everything: a 10 minute rabbit hole down the show Shameless, Garrett once again being oblivious to how lucky in life he is, and Boka lighting his hand on fire to prove a completely pointless point.
Four Weddings And A Funeral: Imagine Having A Close Group Of Friends, Must Be Nice
Is this the best British rom com of all time? What's it like having a tight group of friends that you share everything with? Is Hugh Grant physically unable to make direct eye contact? These questions and more will be addressed in our latest episode, covering FOUR WEDDINGS AND A FUNERAL! This movie has everything: a mysterious woman with a large hat, voyeurism, and at least one actor that had a role in Harry Potter.