"keeping It Reel" With Filmgordon

Aubrey Plaza and Margaret Qualley team up in Ethan Coen’s Honey Don’t! — a neo-noir comedy that promises sleaze, mystery, and small-town scuzziness. But does this so-called “lesbian B-movie trilogy” entry deliver the thrills or just meander in the desert sun? Read the full review now at TheFilmGordon.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Next up, we celebrate the timeless charm of Nia Long, the queen of effortless cool and romantic grace. From Boyz n the Hood to Love Jones, Soul Food to The Best Man, Nia has been the heart of some of Black cinema’s most beloved stories — bringing warmth, wit, and unforgettable presence to every role.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

We’re kicking off this new series with a true trailblazer, Sidney Poitier.The man who broke barriers. The first Black man to win an Oscar for Best Actor. A legend whose performances in Lilies of the Field, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, and In the Heat of the Night changed Hollywood forever.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Vanessa Kirby delivers one of her grittiest performances yet in Night Always Comes, a tense 24-hour race against time in the underbelly of the Pacific Northwest. Survival has a price… and she’s willing to pay it.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Spike Lee and Denzel Washington reunite for the first time in nearly 20 years in this bold reimagining of Kurosawa’s High and Low. Power, fame, and morality collide in Highest 2 Lowest.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

One night. One intruder. Endless secrets. The Knife cuts deep into family loyalty, hidden truths, and choices that can’t be undone.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Family, loyalty, and espionage collide in Prime Video’s Butterfly. Daniel Dae Kim leads a stylish spy thriller where secrets are deadly, trust is scarce, and even family ties can be a weapon.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Eddie Murphy: The Top Five Performances That Define a Legend For more than 40 years, Eddie Murphy has been the gold standard — the man who saved SNL, conquered Hollywood, and gave us some of the most unforgettable characters in movie history. From the streets of Detroit in Beverly Hills Cop, to the royal halls of Zamunda, to the bright lights of Dreamgirls — these are the roles that changed comedy, film, and pop culture forever. You’ve laughed with him, quoted him, and maybe even sang along with him… but which five performances stand above the rest? Let’s count down Eddie Murphy’s Top Five — right now.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Trouble Man is stylish but slight. It has the players, the pedigree, and the potential — but it’s weighed down by a predictable story and emotional threads that don’t quite tie together. Michael Jai White brings the muscle, Method Man brings the laughs, and Gillian White brings the edge — but they all deserve a better script. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

What drives 17 children to vanish into the night — and why is one left behind?In Weapons, Zach Cregger (Barbarian) crafts a haunting mystery-horror that sidesteps jump scares in favor of psychological dread. Anchored by powerful performances from Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and breakout star Cary Christopher, this slow-burning thriller unravels through shifting perspectives, communal grief, and a central question with no easy answers. Creeping dread, emotional complexity, and narrative ambition collide in one of the year’s most thought-provoking genre films.Read the full review at TheFilmGordon.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Eddie Murphy. Keke Palmer. Pete Davidson.What could go wrong? A routine cash run turns into chaos in The Pickup — but does this action-comedy deliver the laughs and the thrills?We break down Tim Story’s latest film, the cast chemistry, and why this one might not hit the mark. Listen to our spoiler-free podcast review now!#ThePickupMovie #EddieMurphy #KekePalmer #PeteDavidson #MovieReview #NowPlaying #FilmPodcast #ReelReviews #WeekendWatch #ActionComedy #TimStory #MurphyMondays #HeistMovie #MovieTease #BlackFilmCritic #TheFilmGordonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Disney+’s Eyes of Wakanda isn’t just another Marvel story; it’s a globe-spanning, centuries-deep journey through myth, espionage, and sacrifice.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Jason Momoa delivers his magnum opus. Chief of War is a sweeping, blood-soaked chronicle of the Hawaiian Islands’ unification, a series as brutal as it is beautiful, as spiritual as it is cinematic.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Not all alien invasions come with lasers. Rich Lee’s War of the Worlds reimagines the classic tale with Ice Cube leading the fight, not against destruction, but against an attack on our data.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Liam Neeson trades his ‘particular set of skills’ for pratfalls in The Naked Gun revival, but can the legendary spoof franchise survive without its original spark?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

From prison breaks to high-speed chases, Egerton carries the weight, but it’s Heger’s raw vulnerability and surprising strength that give the film its soul.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.

Rest Well, Malcolm | Keeping It Reel with FilmGordonTim Gordon and Charles Kirkland Jr. honor the multifaceted legacy of Malcolm-Jamal Warner in this moving conversation. From sitcom icon to award-winning artist, learn how he’s continued to redefine success—and why stepping back can sometimes be the bravest move of all.

In The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the world’s most beloved heroes face their greatest challenge yet, choosing between saving the world and protecting their family.With stunning visuals, heart, and a retro-cool aesthetic, this is the reboot we've been waiting for.

“Born into bondage. Destined for brilliance.”Washington Black isn’t just another historical drama; it’s a daring tale of freedom, imagination, and radical hope. When an eleven-year-old boy escapes a Barbados sugar plantation, his journey becomes one of invention, identity, and defiance. With stunning visuals and a breakout performance at its heart, this limited series redefines what it means to survive and soar.Discover the story that dares to dream beyond the chains. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support.