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Renegades Reviews

By J.J. Williams

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Renegades Reviews: Episode 316 (Saving Mr. Banks)

Renegades Reviews Feb 23, 2022

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Renegades Reviews: Episode 316 (Saving Mr. Banks)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 316 (Saving Mr. Banks)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews (WHAT?), the Casa D18 Studios brethren (WHAT?) are together once again (WHAT?). This time the trio "The West Coast Professor" (WHAT?) Jeff Meacham (WHAT?) and the "Stat Boy" Mike Caldwell (WHAT?) join "The Renegade" J.J. Williams (WHAT?) to discuss Tom Hanks as Walt Disney in "Saving Mr. Banks" (WHAT?).
Feb 23, 202201:22:48
Renegades Reviews: Episode 315 (Captain Phillips)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 315 (Captain Phillips)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses the Tom Hanks/Somali Pirate flick, "Captain Phillips."
Feb 22, 202216:58
Renegades Reviews: Episode 314 (Killing Lincoln)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 314 (Killing Lincoln)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses a Documentary that details the final days of Abraham Lincoln in 2013's "Killing Lincoln."
Feb 22, 202216:02
Renegades Reviews: Episode 313 (Cloud Atlas)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 313 (Cloud Atlas)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. talks about the generation spanning, 2012 film "Cloud Atlas."
Feb 22, 202219:53
Renegades Reviews: Episode 312 (Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 312 (Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses the 9/11 Drama, "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close."
Feb 22, 202220:02
Renegades Reviews: Episode 311 (Larry Crowne)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 311 (Larry Crowne)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses the second pairing of Tom Hanks alongside Julia Roberts, 2011's "Larry Crowne."
Feb 21, 202214:50
Renegades Reviews: Episode 310 (Angels & Demons)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 310 (Angels & Demons)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. returns to the Robert Langdon saga for the next chapter. Join "The Renegade" today as he discusses 2009's "Angels & Demons."
Feb 21, 202217:22
Renegades Reviews: Episode 309 (The Great Buck Howard)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 309 (The Great Buck Howard)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes a look at a Colin Hanks starring vehicle which features his father, Tom Hanks, portraying his father in 2009's "The Great Buck Howard."
Feb 21, 202215:47
Renegades Reviews: Episode 308 (Charlie Wilson's War)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 308 (Charlie Wilson's War)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes a look at this 2007 Tom Hanks offering, "Charlie Wilson's War."
Feb 21, 202214:28
Renegades Reviews: Episode 307 (The Da Vinci Code)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 307 (The Da Vinci Code)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses the first chapter of the Robert Langdon Trilogy, 2006's "The Da Vinci Code."
Feb 20, 202216:33
Renegades Reviews: Episode 306 (Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 306 (Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes a look at this Documentary which was Co-Written, Co-Produced and Narrated by Tom Hanks, 2005's "Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon."
Feb 20, 202216:01
Renegades Reviews: Episode 305 (Road to Perdition)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 305 (Road to Perdition)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. jumps ahead to 2002 to more or less pick up where we left off in the Tom Hanks Filmography back in January. Join "The Renegade" as he discusses "Road to Perdition", a film which takes place during The Great Depression, which gives off that classic Gangster Flick feeling.
Feb 20, 202219:27
Renegades Reviews: Episode 304 (Punchline)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 304 (Punchline)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. closes out the 80's era Tom Hanks films with this 1988 flick. Join "The Renegade" as he discusses the film that brought Sally Field and Tom Hanks together before "Forrest Gump", "Punchline."
Feb 20, 202215:32
Renegades Reviews: Episode 303 (Every Time We Say Goodbye)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 303 (Every Time We Say Goodbye)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, we continue to move forward through some of the older Tom Hanks films that were neglected the first time around. Join J.J. today as he discusses this 1986 film that takes place during World War II, "Every Time We Say Goodbye."
Feb 19, 202214:18
Renegades Reviews: Episode 302 (Nothing in Common)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 302 (Nothing in Common)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses another early entry into the Tom Hanks filmography, 1986's "Nothing in Common."
Feb 19, 202215:28
Renegades Reviews: Episode 301 (Volunteers)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 301 (Volunteers)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. tackles another film featuring the pairing of Tom Hanks and John Candy. Hot off the heels of "Splash", join "The Renegade" as he discusses 1985's "Volunteers."
Feb 19, 202211:58
Renegades Reviews: Episode 300 (The Man With One Red Shoe)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 300 (The Man With One Red Shoe)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes a look the 1985 Tom Hanks film, "The Man With One Red Shoe."
Feb 19, 202214:18
Renegades Reviews: Episode 299 (Mazes and Monsters)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 299 (Mazes and Monsters)

Today on another BRAND NEW INSTALLMENT of Renegades Reviews. J.J. discusses Tom Hanks' very first starring role. A 1982 Made for TV Film entitled "Mazes and Monsters."
Feb 18, 202217:38
Renegades Reviews: Episode 298 (He Knows You're Alone)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 298 (He Knows You're Alone)

It's the beginning of a new month, which means it's time for another theme. This month, J.J. goes back to the well to finish off the films of Tom Hanks that he didn't get to back in January. First up, is the Feature Film debut of Mr. Hanks, a 1980 Horror Film! Tom's role isn't substantial, but it is his first. Join "The Renegade" as he discusses "He Knows You're Alone."
Feb 18, 202218:17
Renegades Reviews: Episode 297 (Night of the Living Dead)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 297 (Night of the Living Dead)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses one of the most popular Zombie films of all times. Join "The Renegade" as he dives into 1968's "Night of the Living Dead", and closes the book on Classic Horror...at least...for now.
Dec 17, 202115:06
Renegades Reviews: Episode 296 (The Birds)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 296 (The Birds)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. tackles another Alfred Hitchcock classic, and the only film of the month to be shown in Color! Join "The Renegade" as he discusses 1963's "The Birds."
Dec 16, 202117:47
Renegades Reviews: Episode 295 (The Little Shop of Horrors, 1960)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 295 (The Little Shop of Horrors, 1960)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, we discuss another Public Domain Horror Classic. Join J.J. as he dives into the classic film that was a very early entry into Jack Nicholson's Filmography, 1960's "The Little Shop of Horrors."
Dec 16, 202118:24
Renegades Reviews: Episode 294 (Psycho)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 294 (Psycho)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. dives into an Alfred Hitchcokc classic! Join "The Renegade" as he discusses the start of the slasher genre with 1960's "Psycho."
Dec 16, 202116:19
Renegades Reviews: Episode 293 (House on Haunted Hill)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 293 (House on Haunted Hill)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, we begin a new chapter of Classic Horror as the days of the Universal Monsters are now behind us. So to kick off this portion of the month, J.J. discusses a Vincent Price classic, 1959's "House on Haunted Hill."
Dec 16, 202120:08
Renegades Reviews: Episode 292 (The Creature Walks Among Us)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 292 (The Creature Walks Among Us)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, we close the book on the "Creature From the Black Lagoon" franchise, as well as the Universal Monsters as a whole. Join "The Renegade" as he discusses the 1956 film, "The Creature Walks Among Us."
Dec 15, 202111:43
Renegades Reviews: Episode 291 (Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 291 (Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. returns to the Egyptian Deserts to once again discuss a flick from the Mummy franchise. This time though, it's the comedic 1955 film, "Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy."
Dec 15, 202111:28
Renegades Reviews: Episode 290 (Revenge of the Creature)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 290 (Revenge of the Creature)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. stays in the underwater world of the Gil-Man as he takes on the sequel to yesterday's film, 1955's "Revenge of the Creature."
Dec 15, 202110:60
Renegades Reviews: Episode 289 (Creature From the Black Lagoon)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 289 (Creature From the Black Lagoon)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. ventures to the ocean floor to discuss a new Universal Monster, 1954's "Creature From the Black Lagoon."
Dec 15, 202115:25
Renegades Reviews: Episode 288 (Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 288 (Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. once again welcomes "The West Coast Professor" Jeff Meacham as they discuss the final flick to feature The Wolf Man, Count Dracula and the Frankenstein Monster. Join the "Dads (not always) on Wrestling" as they discuss and dissect 1948's "Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein."
Dec 14, 202101:02:00
Renegades Reviews: Episode 287 (House of Dracula)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 287 (House of Dracula)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. tackles the final film in the official storyline canon for our three monsters (The Wolf Man, Count Dracula and the Frankenstein Monster). Join "The Renegade" as he discusses the 1945 film, "House of Dracula."
Dec 14, 202116:57
Renegades Reviews: Episode 286 (The Mummy's Curse)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 286 (The Mummy's Curse)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes on the final chapter in the official Mummy Franchise. Join "The Renegade" today as he discusses "The Mummy's Curse."
Dec 14, 202115:20
Renegades Reviews: Episode 285 (House of Frankenstein)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 285 (House of Frankenstein)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, it's the first or three meetings between The Wolf Man, Count Dracula, and the Frankenstein Monster! Join J.J. today as he discusses the 1944 monster mashup flick, "The House of Frankenstein."
Dec 14, 202115:16
Renegades Reviews: Episode 284 (The Mummy's Ghost)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 284 (The Mummy's Ghost)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. returns once again to the story of Kharis, The Mummy" with 1944's "The Mummy's Ghost."
Dec 13, 202115:39
Renegades Reviews: Episode 283 (Son of Dracula)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 283 (Son of Dracula)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. jumps back into the Dracula story for the first time since 1936's "Dracula's Daughter." However today's film isn't about the Daughter of Dracula, no-no. Today "The Renegade" discusses the "Son of Dracula" from 1943.
Dec 13, 202114:52
Renegades Reviews: Episode 282 (Frankenstein Meets the Wolfman)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 282 (Frankenstein Meets the Wolfman)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, it's the first Monster Mash from the Universal Monsters. Join "The Renegade" today as he discusses the iconic 1943 film "Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man."
Dec 13, 202119:35
Renegades Reviews: Episode 281 (The Mummy's Tomb)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 281 (The Mummy's Tomb)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. returns to the Mummy franchise to pick up the story of Kharis, who is now being portrayed by Lon Chaney Jr. in the 1942 sequel "The Mummy's Tomb."
Dec 13, 202115:09
Renegades Reviews: Episode 280 (The Ghost of Frankenstein)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 280 (The Ghost of Frankenstein)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. returns to the Frankenstein Story with the first film since the departure of Boris Karloff as the monster. This time, it's Lon Chaney Jr. in the role as "The Renegade" discusses 1942's "The Ghost of Frankenstein."
Dec 12, 202116:19
Renegades Reviews: Episode 279 (The Wolf Man)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 279 (The Wolf Man)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. introduces a new Monster to the Universal Monsters stable, and goes in depth about his love for 1941's "The Wolf Man."
Dec 12, 202122:09
Renegades Reviews: Episode 278 (The Mummy's Hand)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 278 (The Mummy's Hand)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses the second film in the Mummy series, 1940's "The Mummy's Hand."
Dec 12, 202117:28
Renegades Reviews: Episode 277 (Son of Frankenstein)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 277 (Son of Frankenstein)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. discusses the next chapter of the Frankenstein Saga, and the last film to feature Boris Karloff in the role of the monster. Join "The Renegade" as he breaks down 1939's "Son of Frankenstein."
Dec 12, 202113:52
Renegades Reviews: Episode 276 (Dracula's Daughter)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 276 (Dracula's Daughter)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. talks about the sequel to 1931's "Dracula." Join "The Renegade" as he discusses the legacy of 1936's "Dracula's Daughter."
Dec 11, 202113:03
Renegades Reviews: Episode 275 (The Bride of Frankenstein)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 275 (The Bride of Frankenstein)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. tackles the first sequel to a Universal Monster film, which in turn gave birth to a whole new monster. Join "The Renegade" as he breaks down 1935's "The Bride of Frankenstein."
Dec 11, 202119:33
Renegades Reviews: Episode 274 (The Mummy)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 274 (The Mummy)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. returns to the realm of the Universal Monsters to bring us the second monster to be originated by Boris Karloff, 1932's "The Mummy."
Dec 11, 202112:37
Renegades Reviews: Episode 273 (White Zombie)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 273 (White Zombie)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes a step outside the Universal Monsters to discuss one of the first Zombie feature films, 1932's "White Zombie."
Dec 11, 202112:58
Renegades Reviews: Episode 272 (Frankenstein)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 272 (Frankenstein)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. is joined by "The West Coast Professor" Jeff Meacham. Together they discuss the monster of a film that is 1931's "Frankenstein."
Dec 10, 202101:11:42
Renegades Reviews: Episode 271 (Dracula)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 271 (Dracula)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. tackles the first of the Universal Monsters as he discusses 1931's "Dracula."
Dec 10, 202118:51
Renegades Reviews: Episode 270 (The Phantom of the Opera, 1925 - Silent Film)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 270 (The Phantom of the Opera, 1925 - Silent Film)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes on the last of the Silent Films on his agenda, the the second one to star "The Man of 1000 Faces" Lon Chaney. Join "The Renegade" today as he discusses the masterpiece that is 1925's "The Phantom of the Opera", and why he can't watch any of the other takes on the Phantom.
Dec 10, 202120:04
Renegades Reviews: Episode 269 (The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 1923 - Silent Film)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 269 (The Hunchback of Notre Dame, 1923 - Silent Film)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. takes on the 3rd of 4 Silent Films, and the first of 2 starring the legendary "Man of 1000 Faces", Lon Chaney. Join "The Renegade" today as he discusses 1923's "The Hunchback of Notre Dame."
Dec 10, 202113:25
Renegades Reviews: Episode 268 (Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 268 (Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror)

Today on another BRAND NEW EPISODE of Renegades Reviews, J.J. continues working his way through the Silent Film Era of these Classic Horror Films with this 1922 German Feature. Join "The Renegade" as he discusses Max Schreck in "Nosferatu."
Dec 09, 202115:33
Renegades Reviews: Episode 267 (Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, 1920 - Silent Film)

Renegades Reviews: Episode 267 (Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, 1920 - Silent Film)

Today on another Brand New Episode of Renegades Reviews, it's a BRAND NEW MONTH, which means a BRAND NEW THEME! With it being October, with Halloween at the end of the month, here on Renegades Reviews we are going to pay homage to the Classic Horror Films. When I say Classic, we're talking NOTHING before 1970. So to start things off, we take a look at the 1920 Silent Film, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" starring John Barrymore, who is the Grandfather of Drew Barrymore.
Dec 09, 202120:30