Category: Podcasts
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Pros and cons of Steven Spielberg’s DISCLOSURE DAY…
There’s no denying Steven Spielberg is one of the best directors in the history of cinema. There’s also no denying that when studios start the hype machine seven months out, it’s rarely a good sign. So, does DISCLOSURE DAY live up to the hype? Let’s talk about it…
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Why BACKROOMS is crushing the box office…
With a reported budget of around $10 million, BACKROOMS has grossed over a quarter of a billion dollars at the global box office. But why? What is it about this little movie that has captured the attention — and curiosity — of the average moviegoer? Is it Chiwetel Ejiofor’s incredible performance? Is it 20-year-old director…
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When critics fight over MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE…
Whether you’re a fan of the original He-Man and the Masters of the Universe show from the 1980s or not, we think the 2026 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE reboot is a great time at the theater! Well… two of us do. So let’s talk about it!
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This is the best movie nobody will see (until it hits streaming)…
TUNER quickly became one of our favorite films of the year. Leo Woodall, Havana Rose Liu, and Dustin Hoffman’s performances are great, Daniel Roher’s direction is top-notch, and the story is compelling. Unfortunately, it’s directly competing with THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU, DISCLOSURE DAY, PRESSURE, MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, BACKROOMS, POWER BALLAD, and THE BREADWINNER, all…
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Did Jon Favreau and Disney just reset STAR WARS?
As with any film or show in a massive franchise (Marvel, Star Wars, DCEU, etc.), one of the problems with welcoming new fans into the saga is the amount of homework that needs to happen before you watch something. THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU is a great example of a fun, action-packed Star Wars movie that…
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Does the Michael Jackson biopic honor the King of Pop?
The Michael Jackson biopic MICHAEL is about to gross $1 billion. But, does it honor the King of Pop? Why is Janet Jackson nowhere to be found in the film? Is it just a “concert film” or is there depth? Let’s talk about it…
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What category would you defend on THE FLOOR? || An Untitled Topic
During two recent episodes, we found ourselves talking about what categories we would defend on the game show THE FLOOR, both movie-related and general knowledge. So what topic would you pick if you were cast as a contestant on THE FLOOR? Let’s talk about it…
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THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE is candy!
The Super Mario franchise is a cash cow. There’s no reason to think THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE will be any different. But we noticed that, at the end of the day, the filmmakers relied on the incredible visuals and treasure trove of characters to generate said cash because, quite frankly, there’s just about nothing…
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Pretty Galaxy, Empty Space
Jim Chandler Imagine the most boring person you know. But they’re a decent dancer. That’s The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. While it’s dancing, it’s entertaining enough. The moment it stops, welcome to Dullsville. In the latest film adaptation of the generation-spanning Mario franchise, our hero ventures far beyond the Mushroom Kingdom on a mission to…
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These are all the reasons THE BRIDE! is a mess…
Maggie Gyllenhaal is an accomplished actor. She’s also written and directed an incredible indie film, THE LOST DAUGHTER. But THE BRIDE! is hardly the follow-up anybody wanted to see. There are redeeming qualities of THE BRIDE! — Jessie Buckley’s performance, in particular — but, all in all, it’s a complete mess. Is it a mob…
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