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How Bad is Ninja Assassin?

In this episode of The Bottom Shelf Podcast, the team slices into Ninja Assassin to see if it deserves its reputation—or if it’s actually a wild, bloody good time. Grab your popcorn and join the discussion!

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How Bad is War of the Worlds – 2025?

In this episode of The Bottom Shelf Podcast, Dallas and John tackle Amazon’s War of the Worlds (2025)—a “screen-life” alien invasion film starring Ice Cube. From awkward green screens to drone-delivered product placement, they debate whether it’s a hidden group-watch gem or a near Dumpster Fire.

How bad is Kickboxer?

On the heels of the release of “Bloodsport,” Mark DiSalle got to work on a new action pack martial arts movie about a man out to prove he’s the best at fighting style that he’s just learned. Bloodsport 2! er…. Kickboxer! This Jean-Claude Van Damme movie worth watching? Is it better than what the critics say? Or does it truly belong on… The Bottom Shelf?

How Bad is Spider-Man 1977

In 1977 everyone's favorite webslinger came to the big screen... on small screens. While the spin off series is generally remembered fondly the movie was critically caught in a web of bad reviews. Is it better than what critics say? Or does it truly belong on... The Bottom Shelf?

How Bad is Gundam F91?

Join John and Dallas as they jump into the Gundam universe in this week's episode of The Bottom Shelf. This time, they're talking about "Gundam F91," a film that was originally meant to be a full series but ended up being something completely different. From the highs and lows of the animation to the twists in the character arcs, there’s a lot to unpack. Whether you're a die-hard Gundam fan or just curious, tune in to hear how this film fits into the broader Gundam story and where it stands in the world of cinema.