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In this episode, we review the 2025 historical tragedy film Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao, who co-wrote the screenplay with Maggie O’Farrell. The film is based on O’Farrell’s 2020 novel and stars Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, and Emily Watson. We discuss whether this origin story for one of William Shakespeare’s famous plays was entertaining. We also debate whether the film should be nominated for Best Picture at this year’s Academy Awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2025 Norwegian drama film Sentimental Value, starring Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, and Elle Fanning. We discuss whether the film lives up to the numerous accolades it has received, including eight Academy Award nominations. We also debate whether the film is rightfully in the Best Picture race at the Oscars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the first batch of episodes from the second season of the hit HBO Max original series The Pitt, starring Noah Wyle. We discuss how the new season begins over the July 4th weekend and how that setting plays a role in the new patients we see. We also debate whether we like some of the new cast members on the hospital team and how their roles may develop over the rest of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the classic 1976 Martin Scorsese film Taxi Driver, starring Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster, and Albert Brooks. We discuss whether the film still holds up as one of the best psychological dramas of the last 50 years, and we debate whether Robert De Niro should have won the Oscar for Best Actor for his performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the new Disney+ live-action superhero miniseries from Marvel Studios, Wonder Man, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Ben Kingsley, and Ed Harris. We discuss whether this new MCU character is someone we will look forward to seeing in future shows and films, and we debate whether Marvel is moving in the right direction with its investment in scripted television.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2026 comedy horror film directed by Sam Raimi and starring Rachel McAdams, Dylan O’Brien, and Dennis Haysbert, titled Send Help. We discuss whether the film successfully highlights bad workplace culture through horror, and we debate whether the ending made sense or felt disjointed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss our predictions into the 2026 Oscar nominations, sharing their thoughts on the contenders and films we may need to see before the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review one of the biggest blockbusters of 2025 from A24, directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Tyler Okonma in the sports comedy-drama Marty Supreme. We discuss whether this film represents Chalamet at the peak of his acting powers and debate how closely it relates to another Safdie production, Uncut Gems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2026 Netflix original crime thriller The Rip, starring Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Teyana Taylor, and Steven Yeun. We discuss whether this star-studded cast was wasted on such a simple premise, and we debate how long it took us to figure out who the true villain was in the film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the crew discusses which films and TV shows they are most anticipating for release in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, hosts discuss the Netflix hit series "His & Hers". We dive into the show's plot, discussing the twists and turns that kept them engaged. We also share their thoughts on the show's pacing, character development, and the reveal of the killer's identity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the fourth and latest installment in the 28 Days Later franchise, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, starring Ralph Fiennes and Jack O’Connell. We discuss whether the franchise is moving in the right direction as new characters are introduced, and we debate whether the series deserves another installment to complete the story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the fifth and final season of the Netflix original hit TV series Stranger Things, starring Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour. We discuss whether the season’s release strategy worked or became frustrating, and we debate whether this final season lived up to the hype of the entire series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the first season of the Apple TV+ original series Pluribus, starring Rhea Seehorn. We discuss whether Seehorn is a star who can carry a show, and we debate whether the creators of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul have another hit on their hands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we release our Patreon exclusive review of the classic film starring Leonardo DiCaprio & Jack Nicholson titled “The Departed”. We discuss how great the directing was by Martin Scorsese, we debate if Leo or Matt Damon had a better performance in this film, and one of us explains why the ending was underwhelming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a live review on our YouTube channel of the latest installment in the worldwide phenomenon blockbuster franchise created by James Cameron and starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, and Sigourney Weaver, titled Avatar: Fire & Ash. We discuss whether James Cameron is wasting his time and talents by continuing this story after years of delays, and we debate whether we even care to see another installment in this franchise, with the fourth film scheduled for release in 2029. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the crew discusses some of the best TV shows that have come from Netflix. Whether they are Netflix originals or series that became popular after being added to the platform, we debate which ones stand out to us the most and talk about whether Netflix is still the king of the streaming era after nearly 20 years of dominance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2015 mystery western thriller The Hateful Eight, directed by Quentin Tarantino and starring Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Walton Goggins. We discuss whether this is one of Tarantino’s best films, and we debate whether he will truly stop making movies after his tenth film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the first season of the new supernatural horror HBO original series based on Stephen King’s novel It, titled IT: Welcome to Derry. We discuss how impressed we are — or aren’t — with the series as it transitions from film to television, and we debate whether it enhances the lore of It or if it now feels a bit watered down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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