Lesson 432: How to Train Your Dragon (2025) - Disney Outmaneuvered (Spoilers)
Release Date: 06/18/2025
Lesson 459: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple - Jimmy! (Spoilers)
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This week, The Filmlosophers return to the wasteland for their first big review of the year, diving into the brutal and long-awaited expansion of the "Rage" universe. Hosts Eddie and Spencer, along with Intern Sarah, tackle the high-stakes intensity of Nia DaCosta’s 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. The crew provides their unfiltered and breathless thoughts on whether DaCosta’s stylistic flair successfully reanimates the franchise, the terrifying implications of the "Bone Temple" itself, and if this legacy sequel actually justifies its two-decade wait or if the series has finally run out of...
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Lesson 458: Reel Rewinds! - We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (Spoilers)
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Roll up your sleeves and grab a big bowl of "Brain Grain," because The Filmlosophers are traveling back to the prehistoric era of... 1993! In the second installment of their "Reel Rewinds" mini-series, Hosts Eddie and Spencer, along with Intern Manager/Managing Intern Amy, unearth a fossil of animated nostalgia: We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story. The crew dissects the other dinosaur movie Steven Spielberg produced that year, exploring how a film about T-Rexes playing golf and eating hot dogs in New York City stacks up against its prehistoric peers. They discuss the surprisingly dark tone of the...
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Lesson 457: Reel Rewinds! - 30th Anniversary of Dunston Checks In (Spoilers)
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Happy New Year, Filmlosophers! We are kicking off 2026 with high energy and even higher hijinks! Hosts Eddie and Spencer, joined by Intern Manager (and Managing Intern) Amy, are launching a brand-new mini-series to start the year: "Reel Rewinds!" To celebrate, the crew is traveling back 30 years to check into the majestic Majestic Hotel for a nostalgic look at the 1996 kids' classic, Dunston Checks In. The team dives deep into this chaotic gem starring Jason Alexander, Faye Dunaway, and a jewel-thieving orangutan. They discuss why this specific brand of animal-centric slapstick is a lost art,...
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Lesson 456: The Filmlosopher’s 2025 Cinematic Wrap Up! (Discussion)
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It's the final curtain call of 2025, and The Filmlosophers are going out with a bang! The entire crew is in the house for this massive New Year's Eve celebration: Hosts Eddie and Spencer are joined by the full creative team, Intern Manager/Managing Intern Amy, and Intern Sarah, for a non-stop thrill ride of a year-in-review! In this unbridled and chaotic special, the team breaks down the absolute highs, lows, and "huh?" moments of the cinematic year. They hand out their own unique awards based on The Filmlosophers' signature categories, including "Best Performance in a Movie," "Film with the...
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Lesson 455: Avatar: Fire and Ash - Smoke and Mirrors (Spoilers)
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Deck the halls with boughs of... floating embers? This week, The Filmlosophers gather for a holiday episode that feels more like a fever dream than a silent night. Hosts Eddie and Spencer, joined by Intern Manager/Managing Intern Amy, attempt to navigate the dizzying spectacle of James Cameron’s latest over-produced and over-complicated sci-fi epic, Avatar: Fire and Ash. The crew shares their full and genuinely confused thoughts on the volcanic "Ash People," the endless tech-specs, and whether Cameron has finally disappeared too far into his own motion-capture abyss. Before they escape the...
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Lesson 454: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (Spoilers)
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The southern drawl is back, and the stakes have never been higher! This week, The Filmlosophers—Hosts Eddie and Spencer along with Intern Manager (and Managing Intern) Amy—gather in the studio to crack the case of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The crew gives their full, riveting thoughts on Rian Johnson’s latest installment in the hit mystery franchise. From Daniel Craig’s ever-evolving performance as Benoit Blanc to the film's star-studded ensemble and its twisty, gothic-tinged plot, the trio discusses whether this third outing successfully captures the magic of the original...
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Lesson 453: Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 - Second Shift (Spoilers)
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The power is out, the vents are noisy, and The Filmlosophers are back! Hosts Eddie and Spencer, and Intern Sarah are using their deep video game knowledge to give their full, unreserved thoughts and opinions on the recently released sequel from Blumhouse, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2. The crew dives headfirst into the new, improved (and withered) world of the second Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza location. They’ll dissect everything from the overwhelming jump scares and the increased animatronic count (hello, Mangle and Marionette!) to the film's attempts to weave in more of the intricate, often...
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Lesson 452: Zootopia 2 - Evolutionary Lesson (Spoilers)
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The Filmlosophers are back with a surprisingly joyous review of Disney's latest animated sequel, Zootopia 2! Hosts Eddie and Spencer, and Intern Manager/Managing Intern Amy dive deep into this long-awaited return to the metropolis, exploring how the film successfully built upon the original's themes, characters, and truly exceptional bunny-fox partnership. The crew celebrates the film's thoughtful handling of new social commentary (addressing the reptile/mammal divide and historical injustice) and praises the continued, endearing chemistry between Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde that anchors the...
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Lesson 451: OVERSTUFFED! The Running Man (2025) (Spoilers)
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The "OVERSTUFFED" series continues as The Filmlosophers dish out another review they couldn't miss! Hosts Eddie and Spencer, and Intern Manager/Managing Intern Amy take on the latest Stephen King adaptation for 2025: the surprisingly faithful and brilliant rendition of The Running Man. The crew was completely blown away by this film, noting how Director Edgar Wright managed to balance King’s dark, prescient satire with his own signature, subtle jabs and kinetic energy. They celebrate the powerful performances that came from both likely and highly unlikely places. Specifically, they delve...
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Lesson 450: OVERSTUFFED! Now You See Me: Now You Don't (Spoilers)
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Happy Thanksgiving! The Filmlosophers are serving up a generous helping of cinema with their special holiday series, "OVERSTUFFED!" Hosts Eddie and Spencer, and Intern Manager/Managing Intern Amy are tackling films they've seen this holiday season, but couldn't squeeze into the regular schedule. First on the table is the mystifying (but maybe not that mystifying) trilogy entry: Now You See Me: Now You Don't. The crew feels that the latest installment fell short of its magical origins. They dive into why the film seems to have misplaced its focus, operating less as a magic movie that utilizes...
info_outlineThis week, The Filmlosophers are flying high as they passionately discuss DreamWorks' latest live-action adaptation, How to Train Your Dragon (2025)! The crew is practically waxing poetic, applauding the studio's incredible efforts to not only successfully adapt a beloved animated property but also deliver something genuinely unique – an experience that, unlike a certain "House of Mouse," feels fresh and distinct from its animated predecessor.
From the breathtaking visuals to the heartfelt storytelling, they'll dissect what makes this adaptation soar and why it's setting a new standard for live-action remakes.
And speaking of confusion (perhaps from all the excitement!), Host Eddie, in the spirit of recent scheduling mayhem, decides to put the other hosts to the ultimate test. Get ready for a fun and perplexing game of "Guess the Movie from the Poorly Explained Plot!"
Join us as we celebrate a truly successful live-action adaptation and a hilarious challenge of cinematic deduction!
So pull up a chair, grab your popcorn, and tune in to this week's high-flying dragon ride of an episode of The Filmlosophers!