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96th Academy Awards Nominations Reaction

The 96th Academy Awards nominations were announced on January 24! Ben and Jon breakdown the surprises and snubs as well as giving their thoughts on every category.
Do we think Oppenheimer will sweep? Does Margot Robbie deserve to be a Best Actress nominee? Tune in and listen for our answers and more!

The Godfather Part II and the 47th Academy Awards

The Worthy Boys are stepping back into tuxedos to celebrate a legendary sequel that redefined the art of cinematic storytelling in 1974: "The Godfather Part II"! 🎥✨ 
Join us as we explore the world of this timeless masterpiece, which not only upheld the grandeur of its predecessor but also showcased the enduring power of sequels.
Starring the legendary duo, Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, this 70s classic promises to transport you into the high-stakes world of organized crime and family loyalty. With its stellar cast, intricate plot developments, and a soundtrack that resonates in your soul, "The Godfather Part II" has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema.
Set against the backdrop of the Mafia underworld, this film not only captures the essence of the era but also keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very last scene unfolds. Grab your popcorn and prepare to join our conversation about the 47th Academy Awards and the memorable moments from Hollywood's history!
Is "The Godfather Part II" Worthy of its Best Picture award of 1974? Tell us how we’re wrong at worthysubmissions@gmail.com

Top 10 Movies of 2023

Welcome to the end of 2023! Join us, as we come together to revisit the cinematic wonders of the year, celebrating the extraordinary work of filmmakers from around the globe. In this episode, we dive deep into the burning question: Did Oppenheimer and Past Lives surpass Barbie, or did Barbie steal the spotlight as the year's cinematic masterpiece?
But that's not all! We'll discuss our biggest surprises and disappointments of the year, sharing our thoughts on the films that exceeded expectations and those that fell short. We'll also reflect on the movies that evoked the most laughter and tears, creating memorable moments throughout 2023.
And the grand finale of this episode? Worthy's top 10 movies of 2023, featuring Oppenheimer, Past Lives, and Barbie! Curious to know which other films made the cut? You won't want to miss it.
We want to hear from you too! Share your favorite films from 2023 with us on our Instagram @worthypodcast or via email at worthysubmissions@gmail.com.

The Sting and the 46th Academy Awards

The Worthy Boys are turning back the clock to become confidence men as we’re celebrating 1973’s "The Sting" – a timeless masterpiece that combines wit, charm, and irresistible twists! 
This 70s gem, starring the dynamic duo Paul Newman and Robert Redford, takes you on a thrilling ride through the world of high-stakes cons and clever schemes. With its wacky cast of characters, dazzling plot twists, and a soundtrack that'll have you humming along, "The Sting" is a cinematic experience that had a bigger effect on cinema than you might think. 
Set in the Prohibition era, this film not only captures the essence of the period but also leaves you guessing until the very last card is played. Grab your popcorn and get ready for our conversation about the 46th Academy Awards and the Oscar’s first streaker! If you haven't seen "The Sting" yet, it's time to add it to your watchlist! 🍿👀
Is The Sting worthy of the Best Picture award of 1973? Tell us how we’re wrong at worthysubmissions@gmail.com

Summer 2023 Top 10 Review

Join the Worthy Boys and a special guest to review the best films of Summer 2023 along with the biggest stories of the summer – plus what to look forward to in the fall and winter! 
The Atomic Bomb, Spidermen, and millennial pink rule the summer box office but is this enough to keep theaters afloat another year? Strikes and greedy CEOs fuel the ever-changing landscape of Hollywood and the motion picture business as the writing and actors strike pushes past three months with no end in sight. With pushbacks and indefinite delays on the horizon, did the summer box office make up for what looks to be a lackluster fall movie season?  

The Godfather and the 45th Academy Awards

Ben and Jon are going to make you an offer that you can't refuse, a breakdown of the 45th Best Picture winner "The Godfather". The gangster epic is the focal point of this episode as the Worthy Boys dive deep with the fishes to discuss the aspects of the films production. 
The film brings a heavy weight because of it's popularity and rank among the all-time best films. Ben and Jon debate if the film is Worthy of it's recognition as a top film and which parts stand out the most to them. Stay tuned throughout this episode as our Worthy hosts give you a behind the scenes look of the film as well as the events that occurred at the 45th Academy Awards!
Is The Godfather worthy of the Best Picture award of 1972? Tell us how we’re wrong at worthysubmissions@gmail.com

The French Connection and the 44th Academy Awards

The Worthy Boys are on the beat tracking down a large shipment of heroin in the Big Apple as we’re discussing the 44th Best Picture The French Connection! Gene Hackman stars as Detective Jimmy “Popeye” Doyle in this French new wave-inspired cop drama that went on to inspire the genre. Also, hear Ben and Jon break down the Oscar winners of the night like Jane Fonda and Charlie Chaplin. 
In perfect timing, The French Connection and its digital streaming offering were brought into question recently when eagle-eyed viewers noticed stealth edits made to the 1971 classic The French Connection, which is owned by Disney and being streamed by the Criterion Channel. Catch the episode to hear our take on censoring this iconic Best Picture and whether this was a good idea or not! 
Is The French Connection worthy of the Best Picture award of 1971? Tell us how we’re wrong at worthysubmissions@gmail.com

Patton and the 43rd Academy Awards

Worthy is back with General George S. Patton leading the charge! The George C. Scott starring biopic became an instant classic in 1970 for movie goers. Scott's performance and the depths he went through to portray Patton properly shines in this Best Picture winner.
Ben and Jon breakdown the Oscar winning script co-written by Francis Ford Coppola and what the character of Patton is trying to accomplish. The Worthy boys also breakdown the 43rd Academy Awards as well as the 5 Best Picture nominees from that year!
Is Patton worthy of the Best Picture award of 1970? Tell us how we’re wrong at worthysubmissions@gmail.com

Midnight Cowboy and the 42nd Academy Awards

The Worthy Boys are becoming city slickers as we head north to the Big Apple to celebrate John Schlesinger’s Midnight Cowboy (1969) starring Dustin Hoffman and Jon Voight! Everybody’s watching and wondering what’s on our minds. Well, it’s Ratso/Rizzo and Joe Buck trying to hustle their way through New York City, that’s what! This incredible picture explores the depths of New York City you rarely see while also being a personal and intimate story about self-discovery. 
Times are changing as we reach the end of the 60s and enter into The New Hollywood. The Oscars are now international Over the winter and the Board of Governors finalized a radical new plan: anyone who had not been active in the movie industry for seven years would be made an "associate" member, without an Oscar vote – in other words put “out on the icebergs to die." This is the end and beginning of Cowboys as John Wayne finally wins his Best Actor Oscar for True Grit.  
Is Midnight Cowboy worthy of the Best Picture award of 1969? Tell us how we’re wrong at worthysubmissions@gmail.com

95th Academy Award Reactions

Ben and Jon react to the results of the 95th Academy Awards! The Worthy hosts go through the highlights, snubs and surprises that unfolded at Hollywood's biggest night. 
What did you think of the 95th Academy Awards? Tell us why we're wrong and email us at worthysubmissions@gmail.com
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