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Sinopse
Act 3 is a podcast about film and television. Steven and Chandler discuss the latest movie news and what they've been watching. Sometimes they agree, but a lot of times they don't! *cue laughter*
Episódios
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Act 3: "The Matrix Resurrections" and More Keaton Batman
03/01/2022 Duração: 01h28minThe holidays are over and Steven and Chandler are here, ready to go back to The Matrix. The guys have been excited for this movie for more than a year, and now that it's finally here, how does it hold up? Well there is a lot of thoughts and feelings and a lot to say about "The Matrix Resurrections" in this jam-packed episode! There's also more drama between Dwayne Johnson and Vin Diesel that has everyone at Act 3 shaking their heads, and Michael Keaton just keeps popping up as Batman. Where can you expect to see Keaton as Batman this time? That question will be answered as we jack in to the Matrix in this episode of Act 3! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:30- Dwayne Johnson says he won't come back for Fast and Furious 10-06:50- Michael Keaton to play Batman in the HBO Max Batgirl movie Act Two: What We're Watching -19:15- Steven: Hawkeye on Disney+-25:30- Chandler: The King's Man Act Three: Featured Topic -32:15- Discussing The Matrix Resurrections-38:10- Spoilers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in
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Act 3: 2021 Holiday Wrap Up
27/12/2021 Duração: 32minHey everybody, it's your old buddies at the Act 3 podcast. We hope you had a nice holiday. Steven and Chandler are wrapping up their holiday breaks, but it's Monday, so that means you're looking for a new episode of the show, right?? Well, the guys aren't going to leave you in a lurch, in this episode they look back at all the films they've watched in 2021 and are grading them on a "Naughty or Nice" system. Enjoy this look back at 2021, and let's get ready for a ton of fun in 2022! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Act 3: "Spider-Man: No Way Home" and "The Power of the Dog"
20/12/2021 Duração: 01h39minOh boy! This is a *big* episode of the Act 3 podcast. "Spider-Man: No Way Home" hit theaters this past weekend and broke box office records. Steven and Chandler are talking a lot about Spider-Man in this episode, in fact there is a bonus 4th Act this week with heavy spoiler discussion, so if you want to get in on all the Spidey talk, make sure you stick around through the end of the episode. There is also some trailer talk about some of the newest trailers and a review of a possible Best Picture nominee, "The Power of the Dog," that is currently streaming on Netflix. This is an action packed episode, what are you waiting for? Smash the play button! Time Codes: Act One: News -03:20- Trailer Talk: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore-10:35- Trailer Talk: Sonic The Hedgehog 2 -13:50- Trailer Talk: Ambulance Act Two: What We're Watching -19:45- Steven: Succession-24:30- Chandler: Belfast, House of Gucci, West Side Story, Spider-Man: No Way Home Act Three: Featured Topic -42:15- Discussing The Power of t
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Act 3: The Matrix Trilogy, Looking Back (And Forward)
13/12/2021 Duração: 01h32minThe Matrix Resurrections is almost upon us, and the Act 3 Podcast is partying like it's 1999 with a retrospective look at The Matrix Trilogy! Join Chandler and guest host Joshua Wehmeyer as they talk about what The Matrix means to them, where the trilogy went wrong, and what could possibly be in store for the upcoming fourth film in the franchise. It's fair to say this discussion dives deep down into the proverbial "rabbit hole"! But first, updates on some major news out of Hollywood, including the upcoming sequel to Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse! It's a jam-packed, wide-reaching, meandering (but ultimately poignant?) episode of Act 3 this week, so grab some headphones and listen now! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:44- Jennifer Lawrence will play Elizabeth Holmes in Bad Blood, directed by Adam McKay -17:15- Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton signs huge production deal with Disney -26:30- Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse: Part One gets a trailer Act Two: What We're Watching -41:00- Joshua:
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Act 3: Christmas Movies, Spider-Man and Magic Mike
06/12/2021 Duração: 01h05min"What's your favorite Christmas movie?" This week on the Act 3 Podcast, Steven and Chandler discuss some of the most well-regarded Christmas films, to see how they stack up against some less traditional flick-picks for the holiday season. Is The Polar Express as good as you remember? How exactly is Star Wars a Christmas movie? How good is Chandler's Jimmy Stewart impression? Stick around for Act Three of the show to find out. Also this week, a Sony executive promises a new "Spidey" trilogy with Tom Holland, and Channing Tatum gets set to enchant audiences with another Magic Mike film. It's Monday, and you deserve some fun! So start your week off with a healthy dose of Movies, TV, and Pop Culture (broken down into three acts, just like a movie!), and join us on the Act 3 Podcast! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:30- Channing Tatum is returning for a third Magic Mike film -10:00- Halle Berry signs multi-picture production deal with Netflix -17:30- Tom Holland will return to the role of Spider-Man in an
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Act 3: King Richard and the Bel Air Teaser
29/11/2021 Duração: 01h14minIt's a very special episode of Act 3, where we get to talk about one of our favorite actors, Will Smith! This week on the show we're joined by Mal Hassell to talk about Will's latest project, King Richard, and see if maybe this is the role that could get him back in the Oscar conversation. But wait, there's even more Will Smith in this episode! We're also talking about the new teaser for the dramatic Fresh Prince reboot, Bel Air coming soon on Peacock. Join us for some fun movie conversations, all you need to do is click the play button. Time Codes: Act One: News -06:00- Bel Air gets a very interesting trailer-09:40- Ridley Scott blames millennials for box office failure of The Last Duel-17:50- Jurassic World: Dominion "Prologue" released by Universal Act Two: What We're Watching -28:30- Steven: Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen -35:30- Chandler: Last Night in Soho Act Three: Featured Topic -41:30- Discussing King Richard, the sports biopic starring Will Smith as Venus and Serena Williams' father, Richa
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Act 3: Spider-Man Hype and a Hogwarts Reunion
22/11/2021 Duração: 01h10minThis week on the Act 3 podcast we have a grab bag of fun things for you. Steven and Chandler are nerding out over the newest trailer for "Spider-Man: No Way Home," there's news about the next Martin Scorese movie, and HBO Max is planning a Harry Potter reunion special. Chandler shares his sandwich misadventures, and Steven continues to assert that "Spider-Man 3" has no redeeming qualities. If that sounds like a good time, click the play button! Time Codes: Act One: News -05:15- Martin Scorsese planning a Grateful Dead biopic starring Jonah Hill-15:00- A Harry Potter Reunion Special is coming to HBO Max January 1 Act Two: What We're Watching -19:30- Steven: Tiger King Season 2-24:00- Chandler: The New Mini-Market at WTKR News 3 Act Three: Featured Topic -37:00- Speculating about the new Spider-Man: No Way Home Trailer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Act 3: Disney + Day and "Red Notice"
15/11/2021 Duração: 01h11minIt's been a week of big announcements coming out of Disney on the 2nd anniversary of Disney +. We've got all the announcements and reactions about what to expect on Disney + for the next year. Also, Movie Pass is trying to make a comeback and there's a couple of delays in the news this week. If that's not enough, Steven and Chandler are talking about the #1 movie on Netflix, "Red Notice," starring Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot. If you want to talk movies, have a few laughs and just generally have a good time, click the play button and hang out with us! Time Codes: Act One: News -03:10 - Disney + Day Announcements and Reactions-15:30 - Movie Pass aiming to make a comback-19:40- Paramount Delays the next films in the Transformers and Star Trek Franchises-22:30- Disney announces Patty Jenkins' Star Wars spinoff "Rogue Squadron" is delayed infefinately Act Two: What We're Watching -26:10- Chandler: "The French Dispatch"-29:05- Steven: "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" Act Three: Feature
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Act 3: "The Harder They Fall" and Vin Diesel v. Dwayne Johnson
08/11/2021 Duração: 01h17minThis week on Act 3, Steven and Chandler are heading back to the old West to talk about "The Harder They Fall," a new film from Jeymes Samuel now streaming on Netflix. If you are saying to yourself, "I hate westerns, those are for old people," this one is very different and the guys are going to break it all down for you in Act 3 this week. There has also been a ton of casting news in the past week and the Vin Diesel/Dwayne Johnson feud is in the news again. We'll get you caught up on all the details! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:30- Robert Downey Jr. and Matt Damon join Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer-07:20- Gal Gadot join Disney's live-action Snow White-14:45- Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande join Wicked-29:00- Vin Diesel wants Dwayne Johnson to come back for Fast & Furious 10 Act Two: What We're Watching -34:25- Chandler: Spider-Man: Miles Morales-40:00- Steven: Disturbia Act Three: Featured Topic -46:00- Discussing The Harder They Fall, Netflix's new Neo-Western starring Idris Elba, Regina King, and Jo
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Act 3: "Dune: Part One" and Was "Jurassic Park 3" Actually Good?
01/11/2021 Duração: 01h37minThis week the Act 3 the regular crew is back together again and ready to tackle one of the biggest films of the year. That's right, Steven and Chandler are talking about Denis Villeneuve's "Dune." Is this big screen adaptation of the classic sci-fi novel the next Star Wars? Tune in to see what they think! Other talking points include: Dune getting a sequel, what's next for Brendan Fraser, and is "Jurassic Park 3" the under-rated film we remember?? Time Codes: Act One: News -06:10- DUNE: Part Two gets the official greenlight-12:05- Ana De Armas in talks to lead a John Wick spinoff film-17:00- Brendan Fraser joins HBO Max's Batgirl film -20:50- Pixar's Lightyear gets its first trailer Act Two: What We're Watching -30:15- Chandler: The Last Duel-40:30- Steven: Jurassic Park III Act Three: Featured Topic -54:25- Discussing DUNE, the highly-anticipated adaptation of the pivotal sci-fi novel, starring Timothée Chalamet, Oscar Isaac, Rebecca Ferguson, and more-01:01:25- Spoilers See omnystudio.com/listener for
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Act 3 Podcast: Dave Chappelle Controversy and Revisiting "Scooby-Doo 2" (Again) with Mal Hassell
25/10/2021 Duração: 01h04minSteven Wahl is out this week, and you know what that means: it's time to return to Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed! Chandler forced Steven to watch the live-action Scooby-Doo sequel back in June of 2020... and the debate that followed nearly tore the podcast apart. Steven would prefer that we never mention the film again, but when he's not here, Chandler makes the rules! Thus, Mal Hassell joins the show again to discuss what is perhaps one of the most important and underrated spooky films of all time. Plus, get a breakdown of some major stories that have made national headlines this week, and Mal gives their unique perspective on the Dave Chappelle/Netflix controversy. All that and more on this week's episode of Act 3! Time Codes: Act One: News -03:10- IATSE negotiation update -06:00- Netflix employees stage walkout regarding the controversy around Dave Chappelle's The Closer -15:50- DC Fandome brings a new trailer for The Batman -26:30- Marvel Studios delays their entire 2022 film slate Act Tw
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Act 3 Podcast: Halloween Movies (for Spooky Season)
18/10/2021 Duração: 01h12minHello Act 3 listeners! This week on the Act 3 podcast Steven and Chandler are chatting about Halloween movies. Good ones, bad ones, and some movies that people might think are Halloween movies, but the boys disagree with. Special thanks this week to TheCut.com for providing the jumping off point for this episode. If you like horror, scares, or even a movie with a nice Autumn vibe, then get in on the conversation and hit the play button See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Act 3 Podcast: Marvel's "What if...?" and "Venom: Let There be Carnage"
11/10/2021 Duração: 01h18minThis week the Act 3 podcast dares to ask the question, "What if...?" That's right, Steven and Chandler are talking about Marvel's "What if...?" Is this essential viewing for Marvel fans or can this one be skipped? Also Chandler is reporting on "Venom: Let There be Carnage," and just what is going on with with with the latest film in the Hotel Transylvania franchise? All this and more is on store, just smash the play button! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:45- Labor Disputes threaten Hollywood productions on a major scale-06:25- Scarlett Johansson and Disney settle their lawsuit out of court-14:25- WandaVision spin-off series starring Kathryn Hahn in the works at Disney-17:10- Hotel Transylvania 4 was set for release October 1... and then it didn't? Act Two: What We're Watching -31:00- Steven: The Kid Who Would Be King-35:05- Chandler: Venom: Let There Be Carnage Act Three: Featured Topic -45:25- Join us and ponder the question: "What If?" (Marvel's What If? Review) See omnystudio.com/listener for priva
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Act 3: "Gladiator 2" and a Clooney/Pitt Reunion
04/10/2021 Duração: 01h13minIt's been a long week (dang straight, brother) over here at the offices of the Act 3 podcast, but Steven and Chandler have a new episode to help you kick your work week off right. Talking points this week include: More casting news for the Wonka prequel film, a George Clooney/Brad Pitt reunion, and Ridley Scott claims that "Gladiator 2" is going to happen. Sit back, relax, and click the play button. Time Codes: Act One: News -02:00- Wonka adds Olivia Colman and Rowan Atkinson as filming commences-08:40- SNL's Beck Bennet leaves the show after 8 seasons-12:15- George Clooney and Brad Pitt teaming up for new movie with "Spider-Man" Director Jon Watts-17:40- Ridley Scott says "Gladiator 2" might finally happen, but not with that crazy script from 20 years ago Act Two: What We're Watching -25:55- Chandler: Star Wars Visions, Only Murders In The Building, Impeachment: American Crime Story-33:05- Steven: Sharp Objects, Big Little Lies S2 Act Three: Featured Topic -41:50- Revisiting the beloved topic of "Twin Mov
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Act 3: Super Mario Bros Casting and "Cry Macho"
27/09/2021 Duração: 01h05minWe have an action packed show this week! Steven and Chandler are breaking down this year's Emmy winners! They're also talking about news from the "Fantastic Beast" franchise and a big voice cast announcement for the new, animated Super Mario Bros film. Plus this week the guys are reviewing the new film "Cry Macho," directed and starring Clint Eastwood. How does Clint handle wearing both the director and movie star hat in this new film? Find out in this episode of Act 3! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:00- Emmy awards breakdown-07:00- Fantastic Beasts 3 gets a title and release date-14:15- Chris Pratt is Nintendo's Mario in the upcoming animated film Act Two: What We're Watching -24:00- Steven: Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children-30:50- Chandler: Star Wars Visions, Spider-Man online rumors Act Three: Featured Topic -42:15- Discussing Cry Macho, Clint Eastwood's latest film, now streaming on HBO Max-57:40- Spoilers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Act 3: Do We Need Another "Predator" Film and "My Son"
20/09/2021 Duração: 01h09minDo we need another film in the "Predator" franchise? That's one of the subjects Steven and Chandler are tackling this week. Director Dan Trachtenberg has wrapped filming on the newest "Predator" film. Chandler is very excited. Steven, not so much. The guys are also discussing the implications of Christopher Nolan taking his new film to Universal, casting news from the Willy Wonka prequel film, and some hilarious casting for a sequel to the 80's comedy "Twins." Also this week, Act 3 is discussing "My Son," a new film starring James McAvoy and Claire Foy currently streaming on Peacock. The interesting bit here, is that James McAvoy was not given a script or dialogue for this movie. Does his entirely improvised performance elevate this film? Check out what Steven and Chandler think, all in his episode of Act 3! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:05- Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik will cover Jeopardy! host gig through 2021-03:30- Christopher Nolan leaves WB, takes new film to Universal-10:20- Wonka adds Keegan-Michael
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Act 3: "The Matrix Resurrections" First Look and "Cinderella"
13/09/2021 Duração: 01h32minThis week on the Act 3 podcast, Steven and Chandler fully nerd out over the marketing and teaser trailer for "The Matrix Resurrections." Get in on the trailer breakdown and see if you're excited about this movie at the same level that the Act 3 boys are. There's also news about Disney's next attempt to translate their Haunted Mansion attraction to film and the new project from director Christopher Nolan. Plus, it's been 6 years since there was a big screen adaptation of the classic fairy-tale Cinderella, so it seems like it's time for another one of those. Steven and Chandler have watched "Cinderella" from director Kay Cannon and starring Camila Cabella, and you can to since it's streaming on Amazon Prime Video! See if you agree with their take, all in this episode of Act 3! Time Codes: Act One: News -05:20- Owen Wilson joins LaKeith Stanfield and Tiffany Haddish in The Haunted Mansion-08:15- Halloween Kills will release on Peacock Premium-12:00- Christopher Nolan's next movie is about WWII and Robert Oppenh
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Act 3: "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" and "Annette"
06/09/2021 Duração: 01h13minAct 3 fans, get ready. Steven and Chandler have often joked about using a "loose format" when an episode goes off the rails, but this week's Act 3 is, perhaps, the loosest of loose formats. Steven and Chandler are joined this week by the ghost of "Stan Lee" and "Rocket Raccoon" as they discuss the latest entertainment news. Chandler has the scoop on "Shang-Chi, and the Legend of the Ten Rings," the newest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, we have what is hopefully, the final news story we will need to report about "Jeopardy's" Mike Richards, and Steven and Chandler talk about "Annette," the new film starring Adam Driver that is now streaming on Amazon Prime video. If you like fun and the hijinks this episode is brimming over with them. Click the play button and see what we mean. Time Codes: Act One: News -06:30- Mike Richards steps down as Jeopardy! Executive Producer-09:30- Jungle Cruise getting a sequel at Disney-16:15- Candyman director Nia DaCosta makes history-22:00- Will Smith crowns the new
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Act 3: The Tale of the Spider-Man Trailer and "Reminiscence"
30/08/2021 Duração: 01h18minIt's Monday, and we've got a new episode of Act 3 to kick off your week! In this episode, the twisting tale of the "Spider-man: No Way Home" trailer, Chandler talks about a new movie, and Steven talks about a movie that never existed at all. Plus the guys are reviewing "Reminiscence," directed by Lisa Joy and starring Hugh Jackman. This one is streaming on HBO Max if you want to check it out and get in on the conversation. Click the play button and get in on all the fun! Time Codes: Act One: News -02:25- WB shows The Matrix 4 and The Batman footage at CinemaCon-11:55- Barry Jenkins' The Lion King prequel casts young Scar and Mufasa-18:55- In The Heights' Corey Hawkins joins The Color Purple musical-24:00- Beverly Hills Cop 4 nearing the start of production-26:45- Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer hits the web Act Two: What We're Watching -37:00- Steven: The Death of "Superman Lives": What Happened?-44:15- Chandler: Free Guy Act Three: Featured Topic -51:20- Discussing "Reminiscence", Hugh Jackman's latest neo-
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Act 3: "Vivo" and the Search for a "Jeopardy" Host Continues
23/08/2021 Duração: 01h10minIt's Monday, everyone and Steven and Chandler are here to get you through this week. They've got all kinds of fun stuff for you in this episode of Act 3 including the latest developments in the ongoing "Jeopardy" host saga, release dates for upcoming projects, and some sneak peaks at the cast for the next season of "The Crown." Plus, this week the guys are reviewing Sony's new animated film, "Vivo" that is now streaming on Netflix. Get some headphones, set your volume to a good level, then click the play button and get in on all the fun! Time Codes: Act One: News -03:25- Mike Richards out as Jeopardy host following controversy-07:10- First look at The Crown's new cast members-09:20- Hotel Transylvania 4 will likely end up at Amazon Prime-14:20- Captain America 4 starring Anthony Mackie officially confirmed-18:10- Fast and Furious 10 gets a release date, Justin Lin to direct Act Two: What We're Watching -22:05- Steven: The Handmaid's Tale, Raya and the Last Dragon-30:20- Chandler: Suicide Squad (2016) Act Thre