The guys decide to start the new year with their review of John Carpenter's cosmic horror masterpiece, The Thing. During the discussion the guys discuss their personal connections to the film, the cultural impact this film has had, how it went from box office flop to legendary status over the years and all the theories surrounding the ambiguity of the creature and the ending.

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In the final lead up to Christmas the guys take on the amazing Christmas classic, Elf. In their review you'll hear why they think this remains a holiday staple with its unique story, cool behind the scenes tricks used for effect, and how the spirit of Christmas really makes a difference.

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In week three of the four week journey to Christmas, the guys take on the animated remake of the beloved Dr. Seuss classic, The Grinch. In this episode the guys get the chance to compare and contrast several different adaptations of the classic Christmas story. They look at the tone and animation style of the new version while reminiscing on personal history with the story, the themes it has and if an updated version of the story is an improvement.

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In the second week on the four week journey to Christmas, the guys take on the 1990 Christmas family classic Home Alone. The guys reflect on the impact this movie had on their childhoods while breaking down what makes this movie a timeless classic. They talk about the resourcefulness of Kevin McCallister, the comedic nature of the Wet Bandits and the cultural impact this movie has 35 years later.

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This week the guys start off the Christmas season with the 2015 festive horror comedy, Krampus. The guys spend time talking about family dynamics around the holidays, Christmas traditions and the portrayal of Christmas spirit, and the folklore of Krampus.

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The guys enjoy this hectic road trip home in John Hughes 1987 Thanksgiving film Planes, Trains and Automobiles. They discuss how this movie set the bar for all road trip movies that followed, the great comedic acting of both John Candy and Steve Martin and the emotional weight the film is built upon. A true thanksgiving classic.

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In this episode, the guys take on the newest reimagining of the classic monster Frankenstein, directed by the legendary Guillermo Del Toro. They dive into the differences between the past interpretations and the new one, the great visuals, the ethical implications of playing God and creating life, and generational trauma shown through Victor Frankenstein and the monster. Think Outside The Box Office - YouTube

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This week the guys check out John Carpenter's 1986 action, fantasy, comedy Big Trouble in Little China. They take time discussing how this movie stands out amongst Carpenter's movies, the subverting of expectations among its main characters and how the poor box office didn't stop this film from gaining a cult following. Think Outside The Box Office (@think_outside_the_box_office) • Instagram photos and videosThink Outside The Box Office - YouTube