Reel Fanatics
Out of nowhere comes another retro review! The guys take a look at the 1997 Julia Roberts rom-com hit, My Best Friend's Wedding, to see how it holds up today. Plus, Michael and Joe revisit two '70s cult classics, while Jared champions two new indie films.
info_outline #428 : DEADPOOL & WOLVERINEReel Fanatics
Marvel expert Kyle Nabilcy returns to the pod to discuss Deadpool & Wolverine and the future of the MCU—especially RDJ's homecoming—with Michael and Jared. Joe calls in to share his reaction to the latest superhero movie, too. And Kyle asks an important question: What happened to John Grisham adaptations?
info_outline #427 : MAXXXINE / LONGLEGSReel Fanatics
Michael moderates spoiler-free reviews of MaXXXine and Longlegs by Jared and Joe. Then the guys discuss the trailers for some upcoming horror-thrillers and weigh in on comments made by Paul Schrader about the horror genre.
info_outline #426 : INSIDE OUT 2 & The State of TheatersReel Fanatics
A combo episode. First, Michael and Jared do a brief review of Pixar's Inside Out 2. Then Joe joins in for a discussion about the current state of movie theaters and where theatrical exhibition and moviegoing are headed. Spoiler alert: the future doesn't look bright!
info_outline #425 : HIT MANReel Fanatics
Richard Linklater's new romantic crime comedy is the topic of the day. Michael catches up on some recent Netflix offerings. Joe finally watches a '90s cult classic. Jared describes a museum video installation piece. The guys argue over whether Hit Man would have been a theatrical box office success.
info_outline #424 : FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGAReel Fanatics
George Miller expands the story of a Fury Road character for a revenge-fueled prequel, and the guys are excited about it! Jared reports on the Cannes Film Festival, Michael recommends a new Netflix comedy series, and Joe explains his deep love for the Mad Max franchise.
info_outline #423 : HIGH AND LOWReel Fanatics
It's a new retro review! In anticipation of Spike Lee's remake, Jared selects High and Low to continue the unfinished trilogy of Akira Kurosawa retro picks that they started during the pandemic. Michael watches some football-related streaming content. Joe recommends a buzzy Netflix series. Jared champions a new indie horror picture.
info_outline #422 : CHALLENGERSReel Fanatics
Is Luca Guadagnino's sexy tennis romance a win? The Reel Fanatics discuss. Joe recommends a new miniseries. Jared finishes an old miniseries. Michael reflects on twelve seasons of Curb Your Enthusiasm.
info_outline #421 : CIVIL WARReel Fanatics
Alex Garland's new film sparks a civil war on the podcast! Joe revisits a 1980s sci-fi classic, Michael recommends a recent documentary, and Jared champions his favorite film of the year.
info_outline #420 : DUNE: PART TWOReel Fanatics
Does the second half of Denis Villeneuve's Dune adaptation fulfill the promise of the first? Jared, Michael, and Joe discuss. The guys also share their reactions to the 96th Oscars telecast. Joe recommends a new neo-noir, Jared discovers a '70s sci-fi curio, and Michael struggles with the work of Robert Bresson.
info_outlineOut of nowhere comes another retro review! The guys take a look at the 1997 Julia Roberts rom-com hit, My Best Friend's Wedding, to see how it holds up today. Plus, Michael and Joe revisit two '70s cult classics, while Jared champions two new indie films.