Get Reel Movies
Get Reel Movies is a film blog and podcast that gets real about film. In this podcast Daniel Chadwick-Shubat will be interviewing people whose stories have been featured in true story films. In films that are based on real life but have no living subjects to talk to, he will chat to experts on the subject or descendants of the character(s) about their unique perspectives. Once a month Daniel will also be joined by Mason Taylor to chat about a new release out in theaters, as well as engaging in general film banter. To recommend films to watch or people to interview send us a message on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook @getreelmovies
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#29 - Train Dreams
12/08/2025
#29 - Train Dreams
In this episode, Daniel and Mason dive into the recently released Train Dreams, a film that offers a deep character study of Robert Granger, portrayed by Joel Edgerton. They discuss the film's artistic nuances, its setting during a time of immense change in America, and its potential Oscar buzz. Films discussed during this episode: Train Dreams Predator Badlands The Christmas Chronicles Train Dreams is available on Netflix now. You can watch it . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next, please reach out to us on social media. We're on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), and Instagram. Next Episode: The Legend of Juan Jose Mundo with Michael Walker & Susan Gomes
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#28 - Nuremberg with Jack El-Hai
11/03/2025
#28 - Nuremberg with Jack El-Hai
In this episode, Daniel Chadwick-Shubat is joined by Jack El-Hai, the author of The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, to discuss the film adaptation Nuremberg. They explore the journey from book to screen, the historical accuracy of the film, and the challenges of portraying complex historical figures like Herman Göring and Douglas Kelley. Jack shares his experiences at the Toronto International Film Festival and insights into the filmmaking process, including casting choices and screenplay development. The conversation also touches on the broader themes of authoritarianism and the importance of recognizing historical patterns in today's world. Films discussed during this episode: Nuremberg The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare The Third Man Judgement at Nuremberg Inglorious Basterds Nuremberg is out in theaters this Friday across North America. To find tickets in Canada click . To find tickets in the USA click . To follow Jack's work or to read his Damn History newsletter check out his website . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next, please reach out to us on social media. We're on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), and Instagram. Next Episode: Train Dreams
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#27 - Blue Moon
10/27/2025
#27 - Blue Moon
In this episode, Daniel and Mason dive into the recently released Blue Moon, a film that offers a deep character study of Lorenz Hart, portrayed by Ethan Hawke. They discuss the film's artistic nuances, its setting on the opening night of Oklahoma and its potential Oscar buzz. Films discussed during this episode: Blue Moon Weapons One Battle After Another Blue Moon is out in theaters now, providing a rich, introspective experience for film enthusiasts. To buy tickets in Canada click . To buy tickets in the USA click . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next, please reach out to us on social media. We're on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), and Instagram. Next Episode: Nuremberg with Jack El-Hai
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Independent Film Focus #8: Queen of Bones with Robert Budreau
09/29/2025
Independent Film Focus #8: Queen of Bones with Robert Budreau
Independent Film Focus highlights conversations with filmmakers and showcases projects that may not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode, Daniel chats with Robert Budreau, the director of Queen of Bones. After directing Ethan Hawke in Born to be Blue and Stockholm, this film takes him to the realms of gothic horror. Robert discusses this genre shift, the difference in working with child actors and how having kids has changed his outlook on directing. Films discussed during this episode: Queen of Bones Born to be Blue Stockholm Once Upon a Time in Hollywood The Witch Room The Grapes of Wrath Queen of Bones is distributed by and out on VOD on September 30th. To buy or rent it click . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Blue Moon
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TIFF 2025: Train Dreams, The Wizard of the Kremlin and The Last One for the Road with Francesco Sossai
09/22/2025
TIFF 2025: Train Dreams, The Wizard of the Kremlin and The Last One for the Road with Francesco Sossai
Daniel wraps up the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival with a final dive into three premieres that defined the festival’s bold spirit. From intimate character studies to gripping thrillers, these films close out TIFF’s showcase of cinematic voices that linger long after the credits roll. Train Dreams, directed by Clint Bentley, adapts Denis Johnson’s novella about a laborer’s solitary life in the early 20th-century American West, weaving themes of grief and resilience through a stark, poetic lens. The Wizard of the Kremlin, directed by Olivier Assayas, explores the shadowy world of a political strategist in modern Russia, blending thriller elements with sharp commentary on power. The Last One for the Road, directed by Francesco Sossai, follows a young man’s journey through rural Italy, confronting personal loss and unexpected bonds; includes an interview with director Francesco Sossai on crafting the film’s intimate tone. This concludes our coverage of the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. Many thanks to TIFF for inviting us and we're already counting down the days until next year! If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and .
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TIFF 2025: Saipan, Eleanor the Great, Christy and the Lost Bus
09/22/2025
TIFF 2025: Saipan, Eleanor the Great, Christy and the Lost Bus
Fresh off the electric vibes of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, Daniel dives into the cinematic whirlwind of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, spotlighting three premieres that captured the festival’s diverse energy. From bold character studies to gripping true stories, these films showcase TIFF’s knack for launching unforgettable narratives. We're talking Saipan, the fiery sports drama unpacking the infamous 2002 World Cup showdown between Roy Keane (Éanna Hardwicke) and Mick McCarthy (Steve Coogan). Eleanor the Great, directed by Scarlett Johansson, centers on a 94-year-old woman who, after a loss, shares a fabricated story that spirals into unexpected consequences, touching on grief and connection. Then, Sydney Sweeney steps into the ring as boxing trailblazer Christy Martin in David Michôd's Christy, a biographical gut-punch exploring her rise from small-town dreamer to women's boxing icon, shadowed by abuse and resilience. Rounding out the trio is Paul Greengrass's pulse-pounding The Lost Bus, starring Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera as a rogue driver and devoted teacher racing against the 2018 Camp Fire's deadly blaze to save 22 kids on a school bus. The rest of our TIFF coverage will follow over the coming days, highlighting the good and the bad of the biggest film festival in North America. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and .
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TIFF 2025: Nuremberg, Wake Up Dead Man, California Schemin' and It Would Be Night in Caracas
09/17/2025
TIFF 2025: Nuremberg, Wake Up Dead Man, California Schemin' and It Would Be Night in Caracas
Fresh off the electric vibes of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, Daniel dives into the cinematic whirlwind of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, spotlighting three premieres that captured the festival’s diverse energy. From bold character studies to gripping true stories, these films showcase TIFF’s knack for launching unforgettable narratives. Nuremberg, directed by James Vanderbilt, chronicles the historic trials of the Nazi high command following World War II, delving into the pursuit of justice amid global reckoning. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Story, directed by Rian Johnson, follows detective Benoit Blanc as he unravels another intricate web of suspects and secrets in this third Knives Out mystery. California Schemin', directed by James McAvoy, tracks two Scottish men who pose as an American hip-hop duo to chase stardom, based on a real-life con that exposed dreams and deception. It Would Be Night in Caracas, directed by Mariana Rondón and Marité Ugás, centers on a woman burying her mother amid escalating clashes between anti-government protesters and police in 2017 Venezuela. The rest of our TIFF coverage will follow over the coming days, highlighting the good and the bad of the biggest film festival in North America. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and .
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TIFF 2025: Fuze, Normal, Ballad of a Small Player and Tuner with Will Bates
09/15/2025
TIFF 2025: Fuze, Normal, Ballad of a Small Player and Tuner with Will Bates
Fresh off the electric vibes of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, Daniel dives into the cinematic whirlwind of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, spotlighting three premieres that captured the festival’s diverse energy. From bold character studies to gripping true stories, these films showcase TIFF’s knack for launching unforgettable narratives. Fuze, directed by David Mackenzie, explores a tense thriller set in London, where an unearthed WWII bomb sparks chaos and high-stakes decisions in a gritty urban landscape. Normal, directed by Ben Wheatley, follows a substitute sheriff navigating a quiet Minnesota town’s underbelly of hidden crime, blending dark humor and suspense. Ballad of a Small Player, directed by Edward Berger, adapts Lawrence Osborne’s novel about a gambler’s high-stakes life in Macau’s casino world, weaving drama and obsession. Tuner, directed by Daniel Roher, centers on a piano tuner with a unique ear, drawn into a heist blending romance and danger; includes an interview with composer Will Bates. The rest of our TIFF coverage will follow over the coming days, highlighting the good and the bad of the biggest film festival in North America. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and .
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TIFF 2025: Roofman, The Smashing Machine, Steve and I Swear
09/12/2025
TIFF 2025: Roofman, The Smashing Machine, Steve and I Swear
Daniel dives into the cinematic whirlwind of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, spotlighting three premieres that captured the festival’s diverse energy. From bold character studies to gripping true stories, these films showcase TIFF’s knack for launching unforgettable narratives. Roofman, directed by Derek Cianfrance, stars Channing Tatum as Jeffrey Manchester, a real-life criminal hiding on a toy store roof, assuming a new identity, and forming a relationship with an employee, alongside Kirsten Dunst and Peter Dinklage. The Smashing Machine, directed by Benny Safdie, features Dwayne Johnson as MMA fighter Mark Kerr, chronicling his career highs and personal struggles with addiction, co-starring Emily Blunt as his wife Dawn Staples. Steve, directed by Tim Mielants, follows a headteacher at a reform school for troubled boys navigating a chaotic day amid institutional pressures and personal strains, adapted from Max Porter's novella Shy. I Swear, directed by Kirk Jones, stars Robert Aramayo as John Davidson, following his life with Tourette's syndrome, from diagnosis challenges to advocacy work, with Maxine Peake and Peter Mullan. The rest of our TIFF coverage will follow over the coming days, highlighting the good and the bad of the biggest film festival in North America. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and .
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TIFF 2025: No Other Choice, The Secret Agent and Orphan with László Nemes
09/11/2025
TIFF 2025: No Other Choice, The Secret Agent and Orphan with László Nemes
Fresh off the electric vibes of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, Daniel dives into the cinematic whirlwind of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, spotlighting three premieres that captured the festival’s diverse energy. From bold character studies to gripping true stories, these films showcase TIFF’s knack for launching unforgettable narratives. No Other Choice, directed by Park Chan-wook, stars Lee Byung-hun as a laid-off executive targeting job rivals in a satirical take on corporate desperation, with Son Ye-jin and Cha Seung-won. The Secret Agent, directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho, features Wagner Moura as a researcher fleeing Brazil’s 1977 dictatorship, blending neo-noir and historical intrigue with Maria Fernanda Cândido. Orphan, directed by László Nemes, follows a Jewish boy in post-1956 Budapest navigating orphanage life and family secrets in stark black-and-white realism. Daniel also had the chance to sit down with Oscar winner (Son of Saul), László Nemes and chat about his sophmore film, Orphan. The rest of our TIFF coverage will follow over the coming days, highlighting the good and the bad of the biggest film festival in North America. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and .
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TIFF 2025: The Testament of Ann Lee, Sacrifice and Glenrothan
09/09/2025
TIFF 2025: The Testament of Ann Lee, Sacrifice and Glenrothan
Daniel dives into the cinematic whirlwind of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, spotlighting three premieres that captured the festival’s diverse energy. From bold character studies to gripping true stories, these films showcase TIFF’s knack for launching unforgettable narratives. The Testament of Ann Lee, directed by Mona Fastvold, stars Amanda Seyfried as Shaker leader Ann Lee in a musical biopic about faith, trauma, and dance, filmed in 70mm. Sacrifice, directed by Romain Gavras, features Chris Evans as an actor kidnapped by Anya Taylor-Joy’s eco-activist at a gala. The satirical thriller examines fame and environmentalism. Glenrothan, Brian Cox’s directorial debut, stars Cox and Alan Cumming as brothers facing family dynamics after a funeral in Scotland. The rest of our TIFF coverage will follow over the coming days, highlighting the good and the bad of the biggest film festival in North America. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and .
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#26 - The Senior with Mike Flynt
09/08/2025
#26 - The Senior with Mike Flynt
In this episode, Daniel is joined by Mike Flynt to discuss the film The Senior, which chronicles his extraordinary journey from being a college football dropout to returning as a 59-year-old walk-on player. Mike shares insights into his challenging past, the influence of his father, and how perseverance and faith guided him back to the field. He also talks about the talented cast of "The Senior" and the filmmakers' dedication to authentically portraying his story. Films discussed during this episode: The Senior The Rookie Saving Private Ryan The Longest Day Back to the Future The Passion of the Christ The Senior is out in theaters on September 19th. You can buy tickets now on Angel Studios' website . To follow Mike's ongoing journey or to book him as a speaker, visit his website . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #8: Queen of Bones with Robert Budreau
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The 50th Toronto International Film Festival Preview
09/01/2025
The 50th Toronto International Film Festival Preview
In this episode Daniel and Mason discuss the upcoming 50th Toronto International Film Festival and what films from the festival are exciting them the most. Films discussed during this episode: Twisters F1 The Ballad of Wallace Island Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Story Normal The Fence California Scheman Hedda Glenn Rothen Canceled: The Paula Dean Story Hamnet The Lost Bus Outstanding Dead Man's Wire Blue Moon The Smashing Machine Tuner To keep updated on our TIFF coverage, make sure to subscribe to the Get Reel Movies Podcast on whichever platform you get your podcasts. If you're in Toronto and would like to buy tickets to films playing at the festival, click . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: The Senior with Mike Flynt
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#25 - Unstoppable with Anthony Robles
08/18/2025
#25 - Unstoppable with Anthony Robles
In this episode Daniel is joined by Anthony Robles to discuss the film that details his rise from high school wrestling champion to walk on NCAA champion, all this with one leg. He details his tough upbringing, how his mother taught him to never give up and how a village and determination can make you unstoppable. He also chats about the amazing cast of Unstoppable and how respectful the filmmakers were with his story. Films discussed during this episode: Unstoppable Cinderalla Man A Bronx Tale Unstoppable is out now on Prime Video. You can watch it . To book Anthony as a speaker for your next event or to follow his journey check out his website . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: The 50th Toronto International Film Festival Preview
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Independent Film Focus #7: Shook with Amar Wala
08/04/2025
Independent Film Focus #7: Shook with Amar Wala
Independent Film Focus highlights conversations with filmmakers and showcases projects that may not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode, Daniel chats with Amar Wala, the director of the film Shook. Shook offers a unique portrayal of Toronto and delves into the heartfelt dynamics of a South Asian family, inspired by Amar's personal experiences. Films discussed during this episode: Shook Good Will Hunting The Farewell Shook will be released in limited theaters in Canada on August 8th. To buy tickets in Canada click Shook does not have a release date yet in the USA. To donate to Parkison's Canada or learn more about the work they do click . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Unstoppable with Anthony Robles
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Independent Film Focus #6: Walk with Me with Heidi Levitt
07/28/2025
Independent Film Focus #6: Walk with Me with Heidi Levitt
Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to Heidi Levitt, the director and one of the subjects of the documentary Walk with Me. Walk with Me focuses on her husband, Charlie Hess, and his journey with early onset Alzheimer's. Films discussed during this episode: Walk with Me Natural Born Killers JFK The Artist Walk with Me does not have a distributor yet but has been playing the festival circuit. There will be a special advance screening at the TIFF Bell Lightbox on July 29th with Heidi and Dr. Helena Chang Chui. You can find tickets . To learn more about the film go to their website . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #7: Shook with Amar Wala
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#24 - Warfare and Fight or Flight with Katee Sackhoff
06/16/2025
#24 - Warfare and Fight or Flight with Katee Sackhoff
In this episode Daniel and Mason chat about the recently released Warfare. It looks at a specific battle set during the Iraq War, based on co-director, Ray Mendoza's story. Also in the episode, Daniel is joined by Katee Sackhoff for a brief chat about her latest film, Fight or Flight, which she stars in with a Get Reel Movies beloved actor, Josh Hartnett. They chat about the rare chance to play an action-lite character as well as some ideas for a sequel. Films discussed during this episode: Warfare Fight or Flight Whiplash A Minecraft Movie Sharp Corner Warfare and Fight or Flight are out on VOD now. You can find Warfare on Prime and you can rent Fight or Flight on any VOD platform. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #6: Walk with Me with Heidi Levitt
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#23 - Deeper and Thirteen Lives with Dr. Richard Harris
05/26/2025
#23 - Deeper and Thirteen Lives with Dr. Richard Harris
In this episode Daniel is joined by Dr. Richard Harris to discuss the documentary currently on the film festival circuit, Deeper, as well as the 2022 film Thirteen Lives. Richard discusses his amazing career as an anesthesiologist, his love for deep cave diving and how those two surprisingly combined for the truly amazing story of the Thai cave rescue in 2018, dramatized in Thirteen Lives. Richard further discusses his documentary Deeper and his journey to conquer the unexplored Pierce Resurgence in New Zealand. He talks about the camraderie of the deep cave diving community and how the makers of Deeper made a much more personal film than he orginally envisioned. Films discussed during this episode: Deeper Thirteen Lives The Abyss Anora The Substance Deeper will be playing at the Sydney Film Festival at the start of June. To buy tickets click . To see when the film will be released near you or on VOD check out . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Warfare & Fight or Flight with Katee Sackhoff
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Independent Film Focus #5: Sharp Corner with Jason Buxton
05/05/2025
Independent Film Focus #5: Sharp Corner with Jason Buxton
Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to Jason Buxton, the director of the new release, Sharp Corner. Sharp Corner is the story of a man’s spiral as he tries to find greater purpose in his life. It follows Josh, a hapless family man who is drawn into saving the lives of the car crash victims at the sharp corner in front of his house. Films discussed during this episode: Sharp Corner The Gift The King of Comedy Taxi Driver Little Children No Country for Old Men One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest The Wages of Fear Sharp Corner releases in limited theaters across North America on May 9th. To buy tickets in Canada click . To find tickets in the USA click . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Thirteen Lives & Deeper with Dr. Richard Harris
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Independent Film Focus #4: The Luckiest Man in America with Samir Oliveros
04/28/2025
Independent Film Focus #4: The Luckiest Man in America with Samir Oliveros
Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to Samir Oliveros, the director of The Luckiest Man in America. The Luckiest Man in America tells the unbelievable story of Michael Larson, an ice cream truck driver, who appeared on the gameshow Press Your Luck and won. Films discussed during this episode: The Luckiest Man in America Bad Lucky Goat Richard Jewell Camille 2000 The Luckiest Man in America is out now on VOD. You can buy or rent it . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #5: Sharp Corner with Jason Buxton
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Independent Film Focus #3: The Spoils with Jamie Kastner
04/14/2025
Independent Film Focus #3: The Spoils with Jamie Kastner
Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to Jamie Kastner, the director of the documentary, The Spoils. The Spoils explores the contemporary controversies surrounding the restitution of Nazi-looted art—specifically the story of Dr. Max Stern, a German-Jewish dealer who fled to Montreal during WWII and went on to become one of Canada’s most influential figures in the art world. Jamie chats about what led him to making a film about Max Stern and how he tries to leave his bias at the door when making documentaries with different sides to the same story. Films discussed during this episode: The Spoils The Monuments Men The Woman in Gold K*ke like Me The Spoils is out in theaters now across Canada and is being distributed by . VOD details will follow in the coming weeks. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #4: The Luckiest Man in America with Samir Oliveros
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#22- Rule Breakers
04/07/2025
#22- Rule Breakers
In this episode Daniel is joined by guest co-host Michael Denniston, from the and podcasts. Mike and Dan discuss the latest offering from Angel Studios, Rule Breakers. Rule Breakers tells the amazing true story of women from Afghanistan participating in a robotics competition and all the hurdles, societal and literal, that they have to jump through to make it to the competition in America. Films discussed during this episode: Rule Breakers Nosferatu Companion A Grand Day Out 28 Days Later You're Next Mickey 17 Thunderbolts* Rule Breakers is out now in theaters in North America. It's also available to stream for members of the Angel Guild, which you can sign up for . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #3: The Spoils with Jamie Kastner
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#21 - McVeigh with Ashley Benson, Anthony Carrigan & Brett Gelman
03/24/2025
#21 - McVeigh with Ashley Benson, Anthony Carrigan & Brett Gelman
In this episode Daniel and Mason chat about the new release McVeigh. Focusing on Timothy McVeigh (Alfie Allen) in the weeks and days before the Oklahoma City bombing, which is to this day the most devastating domestic terrorist attack on US soil. Also in the episode, Daniel is joined by Ashley Benson, Anthony Carrigan and Bret Gelman who star in the film, to chat about their work on it. Films discussed during this episode: McVeigh Black Bag A Better Man 28 Weeks Later Zodiac If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Rule Breakers
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#20 - Spotlight with Matt Carroll
03/14/2025
#20 - Spotlight with Matt Carroll
In this episode Daniel is joined by Matt Carroll, Professor of Journalism at Northeastern University, and formerly a member of the Spotlight team at the Boston Globe. Matt joins the show to discuss the 2015 Academy Award Best Picture winner Spotlight. He discusses his portrayal by Brian D'Arcy James, what the film got right and the events that happened that didn't make it in the film because they were too unbelievable. Films discussed during this episode: Spotlight Zodiac All the President's Men A Complete Unknown If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: McVeigh with Ashley Benson, Anthony Carrigan & Brett Gelman
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Extra Episode: Oscars Review
03/10/2025
Extra Episode: Oscars Review
In this special episode Daniel and Mason discuss this year's Oscars and talk about all the films and people who won awards. They discuss whether the wins were deserved, as well as dissecting some of the drama and funnier moments of this year's ceremony. Films discussed during this episode: The Brutalist Anora Conclave A Real Pain A Complete Unknown Emilia Perez Mickey 17 Sinners Marty Supreme If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Spotlight with Matt Carroll
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#19 - Last Breath
02/27/2025
#19 - Last Breath
In this episode Daniel and Mason look at the feature film adaptation of the documentary of the same name, Last Breath. Directed by Alex Parkinson, who also directed the documentary of the same name, Daniel and Mason discuss the differences of the feature length film, as well as asking if the film wasn't Hollywoodized enough. Films discussed during this episode: Last Breath Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl Nosferatu The Brutalist Babylon Mission Impossible Distributed by , Last Breath is out in theaters Friday, February 28th. To buy tickets in Canada click To buy tickets in the USA click If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Oscars Review
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#18 - Brave the Dark with Nate Deen
02/03/2025
#18 - Brave the Dark with Nate Deen
In this episode Daniel is joined by Nate Deen, the writer and subject of the film Brave the Dark. In this interview they discuss the story of Nate's life being turned into a feature length film and the long journey it took to get it into theaters. They also discuss how this is as truthful as it gets when it comes to true story films. Films discussed during this episode: Brave the Dark Saving Private Ryan Life is Beautiful To find where Brave the Dark is playing near you click . To check out some of Angel Studios' films or to become part of their Guild go to their . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Last Breath
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#17 - Top 5 Films of 2024 with Michael Denniston
01/13/2025
#17 - Top 5 Films of 2024 with Michael Denniston
In this episode Daniel and Mason, as well as special guest Michael Denniston from the podcast discuss their Top 5 Films of 2024. You'll find everything you want in this film recap episode; bizarre criticisms, many laughs and even love of French cinema. Films discussed during this episode: Dune: Part Two Trap Juror No. 2 The Count of Monte Cristo Hit Man Heretic Love Lies Bleeding Alien: Romulus Saturday Night Furiosa I Saw the TV Glow You can find all thse films on VOD now in North America. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Brave the Dark with Nate Deen
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Independent Film Focus #2: Young Werther with José Lourenço
01/06/2025
Independent Film Focus #2: Young Werther with José Lourenço
Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to José Lourenço about his debut feature, Young Werther. Starring Alison Pill, Douglas Booth and Patrick J Adams, Young Werther, based on the acclaimed German novel The Sorrows of Young Werther gets a new modern take. José chats about the long process to get the film made, the experience of having the film premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and working with a extremely talented cast in his first feature. Films discussed during this episode: Young Werther Saturday Night Alien: Romulus Barbie The Princess Bride Young Werther is out now in limited theaters across Canada and is on VOD in the United States. To find a showing near you click . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Top 5 Films of 2024 with Michael Denniston
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#16 - McFarland, USA with Thomas Valles
12/16/2024
#16 - McFarland, USA with Thomas Valles
In this episode Daniel is joined by one of the track stars of the 1987 State Championship winning team of McFarland High School, Thomas Valles. His story is featured in the Kevin Costner film McFarland, USA. Thomas discusses his portrayal on screen by Carlos Chalabi, the facts the movie got wrong, and some of the things left out of the film because it was produced by Disney. Films discussed during this episode: McFarland, USA The Irishman Prefontaine Unbroken Chariots of Fire To contact Thomas about potentially speaking at your school or event you can find him on Instagram @thomasvalles or contact him through his website . If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on , and . Next Episode: Young Werther with José Lourenço
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