Across the vast desert of cinematic history stands a towering, contentious monolith: David Lynch's Dune. As this ambitious adaptation celebrates its 40th anniversary this December, father-son hosting duo Jim and Dr. Benjamin unpack what makes t...

What happens when a studio frantically jams two complex novels into a single movie, ignores the author's offer to help for free, and relies on a killer soundtrack to mask storytelling failures? Queen of the Damned (2002) happens.This va...

A girl falls from the sky, a floating castle holds ancient power, and a 12-year-old boy with dreams of flight finds himself caught in an adventure beyond imagination. This magical collision of characters forms the heart of Studio Ghibli's 1986 ...

Netflix's "Marriage Story" delivers one of the most authentic portrayals of divorce ever captured on screen. Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson bring Charlie and Nicole to life with such raw intensity that watching their relationship unravel fe...

What happens when good men can no longer tolerate the failures of justice? This question lies at the heart of Boondock Saints, Troy Duffy's controversial 1999 vigilante thriller that found its audience despite a troubled production and near-inv...

Yes, I know this comes as a surprise, but Season One is in the books for Movie RX and the podcast will continue in January. Until then, when you're lonely and need something to listen to, you can supplement with The Super-Mega Movie RX Season O...

Representing the Slasher films in the October line-up, a good start might just be Halloween (1978). Not only does the x86ed Chef know how to make a beef wellington, he's also a bit of a horror film nerd! Chef joins Dr. Benjamin in exploring eve...

What happens when Drew Goddard and Joss Whedon lock themselves in a hotel room for a weekend with a mind to make a horror film? Cabin in the Woods is what happens. Join Dr. Benjamin and Derrick as they discuss this gem, given to The Good Doctor...

Hop on the betty and travel with Dr. Benjamin and Deke Tha Gnome (Derrick) as they work through a puzzle: How can a movie starring Sigourney Weaver, Wynona Ryder, Ron Perlman and Michael Wincott with a $75 million dollar budget and Joss Whedon ...

Ever wondered how a quirky indie film like "Little Miss Sunshine" rose to Academy Award glory? Join us on Movie Rx as we bring Jamie from the Roundtable Mindset Podcast to dissect the fascinating five-year production journey of this beloved mov...

Jurassic Park in Space or is it more than that? Join Dr. Benjamin and guest Jamie of Round Table MINDset as they let the Rudely Large Adam Driver to step on their throats and boom-pow some dinos. Look into what kind of bonds can be created thro...

HACK THE PLANET! If you're old enough to remember, you were scared of them. Hackers came out of the woodwork in the 1990s and were represented in just one movie; Hackers! Join Dr. Benjamin and Derrick as they reminisce about their knowledge of ...

Why is Spider-Man so good at being a hero? Dr. Benjamin and Movie RX Producer Jen swing into the deeper parts of Peter Parker's path to being a SUPERhero in this week's episode of Movie RX. Are Peter Parker and Flash Thompson really just two si...

Curious about the magic behind Studio Ghibli's "Howl's Moving Castle"? Join us as we revisit this enchanting 2004 classic, directed and written by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki. With special guest, my little sister Chrissy, we dive into the movi...

In this episode, I, Dr. Benjamin PhD, along with Alexsis, a passionate social worker from Omaha, reflect on the compelling themes of "The Hate U Give." We share our personal stories and frustrations with the ongoing racial injustices highlighte...

How does a cult classic from the '90s continue to haunt our memories and influence our lives years later? This week on Movie RX, we uncover the layers of Alex Proyas' 1994 film, "The Crow," featuring Brandon Lee in a performance that eerily ech...

What if a movie could make you laugh while seriously challenging your beliefs about faith and existence? Join us on MovieRx as we welcome Sam, a researcher and writer for the Killing 15 Minutes podcast, to explore the 1999 film "Dogma" by Kevin...

Producer Jen comes back for a hard hitting episode about Walk The Line (2005)! Join The Movie RX Producer and Dr. Benjamin as they cover the many facets of the film, everything from highlighting the importance of love, resilience to addict...

Have you ever wondered about the emotional rollercoaster of adopting foster children? Join us on this episode of MovieRx where my niece Hannah, my sister Jamie, and I dive into the heartfelt and humorous nuances of the film "Instant Family." In...

Join us on Movie RX as I, Dr. Benjamin, sit down with the renowned Chef from the x86ed YouTube channel to unpack the enchanting world of Disney and Pixar's "Ratatouille." Are culinary trends just pre...

Dr. Benjamin brings back guest host Terry to show a more valuable side of The Last Samurai (2003) than recent social media would have you believe. The hosting duo discuss the 'white savior' trope and why it doesn't apply to this film and Dr. Be...

Do you remember the Titans? If not, brush up on your sports movies and come back after watching this 2000 gen starring Denzel Washington. Dr. Benjamin and Producer Jen tackle this movie and it's hard hitting story of race, biases, how things ha...

Thought I wouldn't do another kids movie, eh Pacha?Well think again! Dr. Ben sits down with another long-time friend, Jake, to discuss a movie that was important to bonding with his eldest child when their family needed it most. Dr. Benjami...

 In this episode of Movie RX, Dr. Benjamin and Derrick Masters discuss the movie 'Clerks' written and directed by Kevin Smith. They talk about the characters, including Dante, Randall, Jay, and Silent Bob. Take a listen as Derrick and the ...

Ever wondered how a Beatles-themed musical could reignite a passion for the Fab Four while navigating the turbulent Vietnam War era? Join Dr. Benjamin and producer Jen as they humorously debate the medicinal value of musicals like "Mamma Mia" a...