That Film Stew Podcast

Luke and Jae revisit the action blockbuster that saw Tom Cruise scale the Burj Khalifa and push the Mission: Impossible franchise to new heights. With Brad Bird behind the camera, this fourth entry delivered breathtaking stunts, stylish direction, and a fresh energy that shaped the series moving forward.

In this episode, Luke and Nathan dive into John Wick: Chapter 2, the action-packed sequel that expanded the world of assassins first introduced in 2014’s John Wick. From breathtaking fight choreography and stylish direction to the deeper exploration of the Continental and the rules that govern its deadly underworld, the hosts break down what makes this follow-up a standout in the franchise.

Directed, written, co-produced, and co-composed by Zach Cregger, Weapons is the mystery horror film starring Josh Brolin and Julia Garner. When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance. We break down all things from "what is going on?" to "what does this even mean?".

In this episode, Luke and Jae dive into Star Trek: Insurrection, the third film featuring the cast of The Next Generation. Often considered one of the lighter entries in the franchise, the movie blends action, humour, and moral dilemmas as Captain Picard and his crew confront the Federation over a secret plan that could displace an entire civilisation. From its themes of youth, ethics, and loyalty to its place within the wider Star Trek legacy, the guys break down what works, what doesn’t, and whether this instalment deserves its mixed reputation.

Produced and directed by Tim Story, The Pickup is the heist action-comedy film starring Eddie Murphy, Pete Davidson, Eva Longoria, and Keke Palmer. It is one of the latest original movies to land on Amazon Prime. A routine cash pickup takes a wild turn when two mismatched armoured truck drivers, Russell (Murphy) and Travis (Davidson), are ambushed by ruthless criminals led by a savvy mastermind, Zoe (Palmer), with plans that go way beyond the cash cargo. As chaos unfolds around them, the unlikely duo must navigate high-risk danger, clashing personalities, and one very bad day that keeps getting worse. We break down all things from the "buddy action comedy" genre, the high and lows to the twists and turns, to the action that impressed at least one of us.

In this episode, we dive into the latest buzz in the world of film and TV! Spider-Man has a brand new suit, Michael Bay and Will Smith may have fallen out, Final Destination continues to cheat death, Ryan Reynolds get cryptic, Rambo's origins are set to be explored, and Arnold Schwarzenegger "will not be back". Tune in for all the hot takes and updates!

Directed by Akiva Schaffer, The Naked Gun is the action crime comedy film which serves as a sequel to Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994). It is the fourth film in the Naked Gun film franchise. The son of Lt. Frank Drebin, Frank Drebin Jr. (Liam Neeson), must succeed in his father’s footsteps to prevent the closure of Police Squad and save the world. We break down all things from modernising a 30 year old franchise, Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson's comedic chops and chemistry, to poop jokes and a murderous snow man.

In this episode, Luke and Jae plug into Tron: Legacy for a deep dive into the Grid, exploring its groundbreaking visuals, iconic Daft Punk score, place in the sci-fi landscape and connection to the original classic. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just discovering the franchise, this is one journey into the digital frontier you won’t want to miss.

In this episode, Luke and Nathan take a deep dive into All-Star Superman, the 2011 animated adaptation of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s acclaimed comic book series. As Superman faces his own mortality, the film explores themes of legacy, sacrifice, and what it truly means to be the Man of Steel. Join the guys as they discuss the film’s faithfulness to the source material, James Denton’s portrayal of Superman, the unique animation style, and how this story stands apart from other entries in the DC Universe Animated Original Movies lineup. Is All-Star Superman one of the best Superman stories ever told—on screen or in print? Tune in to find out.

In this episode, Luke and Nathan take a deep dive into Ironheart (Season 1), the Marvel Studios miniseries that introduces Riri Williams to the spotlight. First seen in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Riri continues her journey as a young genius inventor navigating a world of high-tech suits, magical conflict, and the legacy of Iron Man. Join the discussion as they break down the series’ characters, storylines, connections to the wider MCU, and whether Ironheart delivers on its promise.

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Directed by Kyle Newacheck, Happy Gilmore 2 is the sports comedy film starring Adam Sander. It is the sequel to Happy Gilmore (1996). Happy Gilmore (Adam Sandler) is now a widowed alcoholic and ex-golfer who must return to professional golf to help pay for his daughter’s overseas ballet school. We break down all things from resurrecting a Sandler comedy three decades later to the cavalcade of cameos.

Directed by Matt Shakman, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is the superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the Fantastic Four. Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world (Earth-828), Marvel’s First Family – Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm / Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm / Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm / The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). We break down all things from rebooting the Fantastic Four a third time, the dynamics of the cast, and all the superhero visuals and actions.

Luke and Nathan take a deep dive into Doom, the 2005 sci-fi action flick inspired by the iconic video game series. From first-person sequences to questionable science, they’re breaking down everything that worked… and everything that didn’t.

Luke and Jae take a deep dive into the third entry in the Mission: Impossible franchise! From explosive action to Philip Seymour Hoffman’s chilling villain, they break down what makes this installment a standout. Is it still the most emotional M:I film? Tune in and find out!

In this episode, we dive into the latest buzz in the world of film and TV! "Look out" - Supergirl is coming soon, The Legend of Zelda movie has its two leads, Vin Diesel makes some big claims about the final Fast and Furious movie, the first teaser for the final season of Stranger Things has dropped, and it's official... put your Scrubs back on because Zach Braff and the gang are back! Tune in for all the hot takes and updates!

Luke and Nathan take a deep dive into the 2010 animated film Superman/Batman: Apocalypse. From Krypton to Apokolips, it’s a showdown packed with action, heart, and heroes.

Written and directed by James Gunn, Superman is superhero film based on the eponymous character from DC Comics. It is the first film in the DC Universe (DCU) produced by DC Studios. When Superman (David Corenswet) gets drawn into conflicts at home and abroad, his actions are questioned, giving tech billionaire Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) the opportunity to get the Man of Steel out of the way for good. Intrepid reporter Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan), Superman’s four-legged companion, Krypo, and the Justice Gang are there to help him. We break down all things from establishing a new cinematic universe, bright and colourful characters, to finding the human elements in a bonkers superhero story.

Directed by Gareth Edwards and written by David Koepp, Jurassic World: Rebirth is the science fiction thriller film which serves as a standalone sequel to Jurassic World: Dominion (2022), the fourth Jurassic World film, and the seventh installment overall in the Jurassic Park franchise Five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, the planet’s ecology has proven largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. Those remaining exist in isolated equatorial environments with climates resembling the one in which they once thrived. The three most colossal creatures within that tropical biosphere hold the key to a drug that will bring miraculous life-saving benefits to humankind. Zora Bennett (Scarlett Johansson) leads a team of skilled operatives to the most dangerous place on Earth whose paths cross with a vacationing family. We break down all things from rehashed plot points, the witheringly love of the prehistoric, to dinosaurs and mutations big and small.

Produced and directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, 28 Years Later is the post-apocalyptic coming-of-age horror film which serves as the third instalment in the 28 Days Later film series. It's been almost three decades since the rage virus escaped from a biological weapons laboratory. One group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, heavily defended causeway. When one of them decides to venture into the dark heart of the mainland, he soon discovers a mutation that has spread to not only the infected, but other survivors as well. We break down all things from rage filled infected, a tower of skulls, and kung-fu Scots. Plus, we’ve got a bonus segment featuring special guest Nick Hardy. He plays one of the infected and joins us to share what it was like on set and bringing the rage to life.