Updated every Sunday, these are short reviews or discussions of things that we want to explore outside the weekly podcast

Freeze Frames

Welcome to the first edition of Freeze Frame, our new mini show where the Middle Seats crew briefly look back and discuss a film from the past. Following the recent release of American Made, Nate Lungarini, Andrew Auger and Jake Hensler review the previous collaboration between Tom Cruise and director Doug Liman in 2014's Edge of Tomorrow. Take a listen!

Freeze Frame

Edge of Tomorrow - Freeze Frame Reviews

Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats and check out FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film from the past. In honor of the release of Blade Runner 2049, Nate Jake and Andrew debate the merits of the original Ridley Scott supposed classic. Which version you might ask? Take a listen!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review

Blade Runner (1982) - Freeze Frame Reviews

Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film from the past. To celebrate the month of horror with Halloween, the guys check out a contemporary horror drama classic with M. Night Shyamalan’s The Sixth Sense. Is it as good as everyone says it is, or are the critics just seeing dead people? Check it out! 

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review

The Sixth Sense - Freeze Frame Reviews

Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film of the past.
In honor of the release of Geostorm, it's a literal freeze this time around, as the boys brace the cold of Roland Emmerich's disaster blockbuster The Day After Tomorrow. Where does this one stand in the pantheon of cheesey disaster movies? Check it out!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Spoiler-free ratings at 11:34

The Day After Tomorrow - Freeze Frame Reviews

Jump into the time machine with the crew of The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME, a quicker taste of movie madness where the guys go back in time and talk about a beloved (or not so beloved) film of the past.
Taking a look at old Hollywood class, the boys review Ocean's Eleven which stars George Clooney and Brad Pitt at their height of stardom. Is this heist film a bad hand or a real jackpot? Check it out!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Spoiler-free ratings at 12:10

Ocean's Eleven - Freeze Frame Reviews

It's time for a new kind of Freeze Frame! In the spirit of Thor Ragnarok's success, The Middle Seats will be discussing which Marvel superhero is the strongest. 
In a twist though, Jake, Nate and Andrew will be taking these 15 heroes in a survival-of-the-fittest battle royale. Which character has the brains, brawn, and skill to outlast their former allies?

The Competetion will be split up into 3 waves of five heroes a piece. 
Wave 1 (Capt. America, Vision, Thor, Quicksilver, Black Panther) 2:35
Wave 2 (Hulk, Ant-Man, Scarlet Witch, Rocket Raccoon, Hawkeye) 7:37
Wave 3(Doctor Strange, Black Widow, Groot, Iron Man, Spider-Man) 12:14
Final Showdown (???) 15:26

Marvel Battle Royale - Freeze Frame Discussions

On this week's Freeze Frame, The Middle Seats will be taking a look at one of the biggest breakout television shows, Stranger Things! Season 2 of the hit 80's sci-fi nostalgia trip premiered on Netflix late October, and the boys have all caught up. 

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review.
Spoiler-free ratings at 26:46

Stranger Things S2 - Freeze Frame Reviews

Sit back on this Thanksgiving weekend and listen to the tale of 3 brave critics who went up against one of the most polarizing directors of the 21st century. On this edition of Freeze Frame, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini venture into the slow-motion fantasy of Zack Snyder's 300. Take a listen! 

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Spoiler-free ratings at 10:05

300 - Freeze Frame Reviews

After the critical acclaim of Coco, The Middles Seats decided to jump into another Disney adventure that explores a different part of the world. On this edition of Freeze Frame, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini talk about Aladdin, and all the characters, music, and fun that comes with it. 

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Spoiler-free ratings at 13:17

Aladdin - Freeze Frame Reviews

On this edition of Freeze Frame, Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler and Nate Lungarini will be looking at Room (Not ‘The Room’ , look for that next week!)
Here, the Middle Seats discuss the drama and Oscar-worthy performances that explore the bond between mother and son. Grab the tissues and join us!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Spoiler-free ratings at 12:23

Room - Freeze Frame Reviews

Grab the football and tuxes and strike a dramatic pose for the latest episode of The Middle Seats' Freeze Frame. On this episode, Nate Lungarini, Jake Hensler and Andrew Auger pay tribute to The Room, one of the best worst movies of all-time. How does it stack up to the other entertaining bad movies of history? More importantly, how do you rate this thing?? Well, take a listen and find out! 

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review
Spoiler-free ratings at 14:48

THE Room - Freeze Frame Reviews

Ever watched a Star Wars movie and say, "I can do that"? The crew of The Middle Seats take their crack in the latest episode of Freeze Frame! Andrew Auger, Jake Hensler, and Nate Lungarini pitch their own outside the box ideas for movies in the Star Wars universe. Who has the best idea? Who has the worst? Tune in to find out! 

The Middle Seats wishes everyone a Merry Christmas!

Pitch a Star Wars Movie - Freeze Frame Discussions

Nate, Jake, and Drew go through our most anticipated movies of 2018 in this special bonus episode for our iTunes and Soundcloud users. Join the discussion with the Middle Seats, and look forward to our new content in the coming year!

2018's Most Anticipated - Freeze Frame Discussions

The Middle Seats are back! Jake Hensler, Andrew Auger and Nate Lungarini play catch up in this latest Freeze Frame. We'll recap some of the movies we've seen since we last recorded. This is the best of the rest of 2018!

Jake's picks: Annihilation, Three Identical Strangers, Hereditary

Drew's picks: Isle of Dogs, Paddington 2, A Quiet Place

Nate's picks: Ocean's 8, Deadpool 2, Black Panther

What to Watch in 2018 - Freeze Frame Discussions

The Middle Seats are heading to the R-rated grocery store in this week’s Freeze Frame! It’s time to review Sausage Party, the raunchy animated comedy about food with feelings. Let’s see if the boys can keep it in their stomachs. Take a listen!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review

What do you think of Sausage Party? Let us know by commenting below!

Sausage Party - Freeze Frame Reviews

It's one of the most hotly debated sequels of all time, but what do Jake, Andrew, and Nate think of SPIDER-MAN 3? Does it get a bad rap or is it really one of the most disappointing movies ever? Put on your spandex and swing into the latest FREEZE FRAME!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 16:26 

What do you think of Spider-Man 3? Let us know by commenting below!

Spider-Man 3 - Freeze Frame Reviews

Blood, guts and gore behind every door, except this one! On this week’s FREEZE FRAME episode of The Middle Seats podcast, Nate, Andrew and Jake talk about horror-comedy CABIN IN THE WOODS. Does it live up to its cult classic status? Check it out!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 13:48

What do you think of The Cabin in the Woods? Let us know by commenting below!

The Cabin in the Woods - Freeze Frame Reviews

HALLOWEEN is afoot! On this week’s FREEZE FRAME episode of The Middle Seats podcast, Nate, Andrew and Jake take a look at the original classic by John Carpenter. Find out what spooks are in store as we explore the thrilling tale of Michael Myers that started it all! 

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review. Ratings at 11:45

What do you think of John Carpenter’s Halloween? Let us know by commenting below!

Halloween (1978) - Freeze Frame Reviews

It’s one of the most influential movies of the 20th century. But how does DO THE RIGHT THING hold up almost 30 years later? It’s your turn to “Do the Right Thing”: press play on this Freeze Frame episode of THE MIDDLE SEATS PODCAST!
WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 16:54

What do you think of Do the Right Thing? Let us know by commenting below!

Do the Right Thing - Freeze Frame Reviews

Brooms, wands, potions, and… cute animals? It’s only possible in J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world. The crew is reviewing FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM, the first of the spinoff series from the Harry Potter franchise. But is this a magical spectacle or a cheap trick? Find out with The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME!
WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 17:48

What do you think of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them? Let us know by commenting below!

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them - Freeze Frame Reviews

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