BACK 2 THE BALCONY
BACK 2 THE BALCONY

BACK 2 THE BALCONY

Antonio Palacios and Justin Henson

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Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert - two titans of cinematic review. Sometimes right, sometimes wrong - but always captivating. Your hosts Antonio Palacios (host of THE CULTWORTHY CINEMA PODACST) and Justin Henson ( host of THE MOVIE WIRE PODCAST) - are here to take you BACK TO THE BALCONY!! Each week we will discuss a film from the 70's, 80's and 90's in order to determine where we stand with the critique of this infamous television duo. Be sure to tune in each week - don't forget to like, rate and subscribe to our show!

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Recent Episodes

BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#98 - WILD HEARTS CAN'T BE BROKEN!
NOV 20, 2025
BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#98 - WILD HEARTS CAN'T BE BROKEN!
<p>This week we cover the 1991 Disney film - WILD HEARTS CAN'T BE BROKEN. </p><p>Thrilled by a performance she sees at a fair, Sonora (Gabrielle Anwar) tries to land a spot as a daredevil who rides horses off of high dives. With the help of Al Carver (Michael Schoeffling), whose father runs the show, Sonora works toward her goal. An injury to star rider Marie (Kathleen York) paves her way, and Sonora finds herself on the diving platform. Her life looks complete now that she and Al are in love, but Sonora is about to be thrust into a very trying chapter of her life.</p><p>SUBSCRIBE TODAY!</p><ul><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://thecultworthy.com">thecultworthy.com</a></li><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.themoviewire.com">https://www.themoviewire.com</a></li><li>Video: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony">https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony</a></li></ul>
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#97 - MIMIC!
NOV 13, 2025
BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#97 - MIMIC!
<p>This week we tackle the 1997 film MIMIC. </p><p>When a cockroach-spread plague threatens to decimate the child population of New York City, evolutionary biologist Susan Tyler (Mira Sorvino) and her research associates rig up a species of "Judas" bugs and introduce them into the environment, where they will mimic the diseased roaches and infiltrate their grubby habitats. So far so good ... until the bugs keep on evolving and learn to mimic their next prey -- humans. </p><p>SUBSCRIBE TODAY!</p><ul><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://thecultworthy.com">thecultworthy.com</a></li><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.themoviewire.com">https://www.themoviewire.com</a></li><li>Video: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony">https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony</a></li></ul>
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38 MIN
BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#96- THE SISKEL AND EBERT QUIZ SHOW!
NOV 6, 2025
BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#96- THE SISKEL AND EBERT QUIZ SHOW!
<p>This week we bring back the SISKEL AND EBERT QUIZ SHOW!</p><p>It's Justin's turn to quiz me - he brings a handful of clips from the tv show and I get to guess what film they are reviewing!</p><p>How did I do??</p><p>SUBSCRIBE TODAY!</p><ul><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://thecultworthy.com">thecultworthy.com</a></li><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.themoviewire.com">https://www.themoviewire.com</a></li><li>Video: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony">https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony</a></li></ul>
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#95- MONKEY SHINES!
OCT 31, 2025
BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#95- MONKEY SHINES!
<p>This week we take on George A Romero's MONKEY SHINES! </p><p>Athlete Allan (Jason Beghe) becomes quadriplegic after a horrific traffic accident. His friend Geoffrey (John Pankow), who is conducting experiments with monkeys, offers Allan a well-trained monkey named Ella to keep him company and raise his spirits. But the initially healthy bond, which even enables Allan to form a romantic relationship with Melanie (Kate McNeil), gradually disintegrates once Ella begins to channel Allan's underlying rage and takes it out on his loved ones. </p><p>HEAR our take on the film and on the critique of SISKEL AND EBERT.</p><p>SUBSCRIBE TODAY!</p><ul><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://thecultworthy.com">thecultworthy.com</a></li><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.themoviewire.com">https://www.themoviewire.com</a></li><li>Video: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony">https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony</a></li></ul>
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BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#94- CRITTERS!
OCT 23, 2025
BACK 2 THE BALCONY EP#94- CRITTERS!
<p>This week we cover the 1986 sci-fi classic CRITTERS!</p><p>When strange fuzzy creatures from outer space arrive on a farm, the Brown family -- Jay (Billy Green Bush), Helen (Dee Wallace-Stone), their daughter, April (Nadine Van Der Velde), and their son, Brad (Scott Grimes) -- must fend off the malevolent little aliens. Two bounty hunters with superhuman abilities follow the aggressive beasts from beyond, but the warriors aren't terribly effective, leaving the Brown family to battle the fur balls and rescue April from their clutches all by themselves.</p><p>HEAR our take on the film and on the critique of SISKEL AND EBERT.</p><p>SUBSCRIBE TODAY!</p><ul><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://thecultworthy.com">thecultworthy.com</a></li><li>Visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.themoviewire.com">https://www.themoviewire.com</a></li><li>Video: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony">https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony</a></li></ul>
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38 MIN