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In this episode, we review the 2025 English language Hong Kong action film The Furious, directed by Kenji Tanigaki and starring Xie Miao and Joe Taslim. We discuss our favorite action sequences from the film, and we debate whether this may be the best martial arts action movie of the last decade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the third season of the hit HBO original series from the Game of Thrones universe, House of the Dragon , starring Emma D’Arcy, Matt Smith, and Olivia Cooke. We discuss how unique this episode was because it focused on one specific character’s point of view, and we debate whether Rhaenyra was right to deny Lord Corlys’ request. See...

In this episode, we begin our weekly recaps of the second season of the hit Disney Plus original animated series from Marvel Studios titled X Men 97. We discuss whether dealing with multiple timelines in the first three episodes was too much for the start of the season, and we debate whether Magneto became too overconfident in the way he tried to manipulate Apocalypse. See omnystudio.com/listener...

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the blockbuster hit film Aliens, the sequel to the classic science fiction horror movie Alien, directed by James Cameron and starring Sigourney Weaver. We discuss whether this story still holds up 40 years later, and we debate whether the sequel is better than the original film. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the third season of the hit HBO original series from the Game of Thrones universe, House of the Dragon, starring Emma D'Arcy, Matt Smith, and Olivia Cooke. We discuss how the aftermath of the Battle of the Gullet has affected the main characters, and we debate whether Rhaena will be shown mercy if she confesses her actions to Rhaenyra. See omnystud...

In this episode, we review the fifth and final season of the hit FX original series The Bear, starring Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, and Jon Bernthal. We discuss whether the series ended on a great note, and we debate whether it is one of the best FX original series of all time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 1976 American horror/mystery classic starring Gregory Peck and Lee Remick, titled The Omen. We discuss whether this film still holds up as part of a legendary horror franchise, and we debate which remake most closely matches the original. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we begin our weekly recaps of the third season of the hit HBO original series from the Game of Thrones universe, House of the Dragon, starring Emma D'Arcy, Matt Smith, and Olivia Cooke. We discuss all of the mistakes Team Black made when dealing with the new dragon riders, and we debate whether Jace made the right decision in restraining Rhaenyra from joining the Battle of the Gul...

In this episode, we review the latest installment of the Toy Story franchise, titled Toy Story 5, starring Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and Joan Cusack. We discuss when they will end this franchise for good, and we debate whether this story was worth telling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the action crime blockbuster franchise starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, and Michelle Rodriguez titled The Fast and the Furious. We discuss how this franchise evolved from a grounded crime film into a fantastical science fiction series, and we debate whether it ruined racing movies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review a one off episode of the hit FX original series The Bear, starring Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss Bachrach. We discuss why the creators chose to do a single flashback episode featuring Mikey and Richie going on a road trip as the series approaches its final season, and we debate whether the show returns to Jon Bernthal’s character too often to move certain plots forwar...

In this episode, we review the latest science fiction film directed by Steven Spielberg, titled Disclosure Day, starring Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo. We discuss whether Steven Spielberg still has the skill as a legendary director, and we debate whether the film successfully delivers on its plot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the Amazon Prime original series starring Nicolas Cage titled Spider Noir. We discuss whether this character, after debuting in the Into the Spider Verse film series, was worth getting a full television show, and we debate whether Nicolas Cage successfully portrayed an interesting and unique version of Spider Man. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the sixth installment of the blockbuster Scary Movie franchise, titled Scary Movie 6, starring Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, Regina Hall, and Kim Wayans. We discuss whether this kind of comedy can still be well received as it was in past decades, and we debate whether the franchise has been saved now that the Wayans brothers are back controlling the series. Se...

In this episode, we review the 2026 crime comedy I Love Boosters, the second film written and directed by Boots Riley, starring Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, LaKeith Stanfield, and Demi Moore. We discuss whether this film is a strong follow-up to his well-received movie Sorry to Bother You. We also debate whether his writing style remains unique and entertaining without becoming too ove...

In this episode, we conclude our weekly recaps of the hit HBO original series Euphoria, starring Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney. We discuss our reaction to learning that this was the final episode of the series, and we debate whether the show's legacy will be remembered positively for its innovation or negatively because of the off camera controversies. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

In this episode, we review the 2026 sci-fi/horror film Backrooms, based on a popular web series and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Mark Duplass. We discuss whether daytime horror films create even better scares than traditional nighttime horror, and we debate whether the story of the film made sense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the fifth and final season of the Amazon Prime original series The Boys, starring Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, and Erin Moriarty. We discuss whether this final season wrapped up the series in the best or worst way, and we debate whether the show can be considered the best live-action superhero series ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the hit HBO original series Euphoria, starring Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney. We discuss whether we appreciated learning about Ali’s history in this episode, and we debate whether this episode was good enough to make up for the last two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2006 concluding film in the original live-action X-Men trilogy, X-Men: The Last Stand, starring Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, and Halle Berry. We discuss whether the film has aged well, especially as one of the early adaptations of the superhero genre, and we debate whether we liked how the Phoenix Saga with Jean Grey was handled. S...

In this episode, we review the Disney+ original special presentation from Marvel Studios, The Punisher: One Last Kill, starring Jon Bernthal. We discuss Bernthal’s dedication to and influence on the character’s growth over the past decade, as he is credited as a writer for this TV film, and we debate whether this film gives us hope for the MCU moving forward, See omnystudio.com/listene...

In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the hit HBO original series Euphoria, starring Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney. We discuss whether the religious themes of this season are becoming too heavy-handed, and we debate whether the series has lost direction with some of its main characters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the 2026 thriller Is God Is, written and directed by Aleshea Harris and starring Kara Young, Mallori Johnson, Janelle Monáe, Vivica A. Fox, and Sterling K. Brown. We discuss how original and unique the plot is and whether that helped or hurt the film, and we debate whether this is a sign that Black film directors are beginning to peak again in Hollywood. See omnys...

In this episode, we review the second season of the Disney+ original series Daredevil: Born Again, starring Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio. We discuss whether this season of the reboot is a significant improvement over the first, and we debate whether we like the character arcs and storylines introduced this season and how they may develop in season three. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the hit HBO original series Euphoria, starring Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweeney. We discuss whether or not Cassie and Maddy’s friendship is genuine and we debate if Alamo is starting to become the most interesting character of the show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.