In this episode of Off the Shelf – A Movie Podcast with Phil and Dave, we dive into The Founder (2016), the fascinating true story behind the rise of McDonald's. Starring Michael Keaton as Ray Kroc, we discuss ambition, entrepreneurship, ethics, and the business decisions that built a global empire. Join us for a fun, spoiler-filled conversation about one of the most compelling business dramas ever put on film.

This week, Phil and Dave dive into Terry Gilliam’s mind-bending sci-fi classic 12 Monkeys (1995). Starring Bruce Willis, Brad Pitt, and Madeleine Stowe, the film blends time travel, psychological mystery, and post-apocalyptic suspense into one of the most unique movies of the 1990s. Join us as we unpack Gilliam’s visionary direction, Pitt’s Oscar-nominated performance, the film’s complex themes, and whether 12 Monkeys still holds up as a sci-fi masterpiece nearly 30 years later.

This week, Phil and Dave revisit Get Shorty (1995), Barry Sonnenfeld’s slick crime-comedy based on the novel by Elmore Leonard. Join us as we break down John Travolta’s cool-as-ice performance as Chili Palmer, the film’s all-star cast including Gene Hackman, Danny DeVito, Rene Russo, Delroy Lindo, James Gandolfini and Dennis Farina, and why this Hollywood satire remains one of the smartest and funniest mob movies of the 1990s. We discuss memorable scenes, standout performances, movie industry satire, and whether Get Shorty deserves a permanent spot on every movie lover’s shelf.

Discover if Ronin (1998) features the greatest practical car chases in cinema history in our deep dive into John Frankenheimer's 90's action espionage masterpiece ( or is it?) We breakdown Robert De Niro and Jean Reno's on screen chemistry, David Mamet's script doctoring and Phil's love for Sean Bean. Join us ever Monday for a new episode and subscribe to avoid missing your favorite movie!

On this episode of Off the Shelf with Phil and Dave, the guys dive into Brian De Palma’s 1993 crime classic Carlito's Way. Both love the performance of peak Pacino along with Sean Penn’s sweaty, chaotic performance. They break down the film’s unforgettable tension, stylish direction, and tragic pull of the criminal underworld. Another disagreement on the love interest in movie separates Phil and Dave but both agree the movie is paced well enough to keep coming back.

"Hey, guys. Whoa, Podcasts, huh? All right! Well, see you later" - The boys are back to lighten the mood a bit after last week as Dave takes 1994's Dumb and Dumber off the shelf this week. Phil admits to not having watched it in many years but can still remember so much of the movie. He shares that he probably quotes this movie once a week. Dave recalls his love of Jim Carrey and how it related to hie "peak Dave" period of the mid-90's. They both agree that the plot of the film is inconsequential and the performances of Daniels and Carrey are the key to his hilarious film. It is surprising that one of the directors has an Oscar considering how few of their movies are any good after this one.

"That's the way it crumbles... podcast-wise" - The boys like their black and white with a dash of Lemmon as Phil takes 1960's The Apartment off the shelf this week. Dave had never seen it before but enjoyed seeing another Jack Lemmon performance though he thinks the first half to be stronger than the second. Phil loved watching another Billy Wilder film and enjoys the great writing and a stand out performance by Shirley Maclaine. While both agree the film isn't as funny as it may have been marketed as, they find the willingness to tackle some edgy material to be a surprise and ultimately make it a compelling watch.

"Pray for the best, prepare for the podcast" - Dave decides to watch a "feel good" movie as he takes 2013's Prisoners off the shelf this week. Phil vaguely remembered seeing it when it first came out but was quickly taken by the film, the performances and the direction. He proclaims that Villeneuve is one of his guys and Dave can't help but agree that Roger Deakins is incredible. Dace also (fill in blank) - There aren't really any likable characters here but we liked it anyway.