Category: Podcasts
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We love you, Nate… but we’ve gotta talk about THE BREADWINNER
As huge Nate Bargatze fans (his specials, his albums, his SNL appearances, the Nateland podcast), we were really excited for him to bring a traditional, family-style comedy into theaters. Unfortunately, it didn’t work. So let’s talk about it…
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BRAND NEW DAY is top-tier SPIDER-MAN
Marvel has been hit-or-miss since ENDGAME, but man, when they hit, they hit. SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY is a home run in terms of character development, cameos, heart, action, and fun. So let’s talk about it…
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Is THE ODYSSEY Christopher Nolan’s best movie?
Taking a nearly 3,000-year-old literary work and turning it into a modern-day masterpiece is something only Christopher Nolan could do. THE ODYSSEY is a masterclass in filmmaking, so let’s talk about it…
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PRESSURE, the D-Day movie about weather
We’re not sure what the pitch meeting was like, but we know that PRESSURE is an incredible movie. So, we’re reviewing PRESSURE, the historical drama about how a meteorologist (played by Andrew Scott) was critical in turning the tide of World War II for the Allies on the beaches of Normandy. Look, D-Day has been…
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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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