Reel Insights

Ric Roman Waugh joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Shelter, his intense new survival thriller starring Jason Statham as a reclusive man pulled out of isolation after rescuing a young girl from a deadly storm on a remote coastal island. Ric breaks down why this is a different ride for Statham and why fans will see a side of him they haven't seen before. He also sh...

Lyra Valkyria joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk WWE: Unreal Season 2, the behind-the-scenes series that takes fans past the larger-than-life personas and into the real pressure on the road to SummerSlam. Lyra opens up about what it’s like seeing the most real version of herself on camera — and why it can be tough to watch back. She also breaks down the constant stress...

Kali Reis joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk MERCY, a tense, near-future thriller with a nightmare setup: a detective (Chris Pratt) is accused of murdering his wife, and he has 90 minutes to prove his innocence before an advanced A.I. judge (Rebecca Ferguson) decides his fate. Reis breaks down what it was like acting inside a story told through screens, cameras, and su...

Chris Pratt and director Timur Bekmambetov join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk MERCY, a tense, near-future thriller with a simple nightmare setup: a man is accused of murdering his wife, and the clock starts ticking. Chris reflects on reuniting with Timur after Wanted and how much filmmaking has changed since then. He also shouts out Timur’s history of pushing cutting-ed...

Mark Collie and Mustafa Speaks join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to break down Landman Season 2 and why the Taylor Sheridan series starring Billy Bob Thornton feels so real compared to everything else on TV right now. Mustafa reveals he knew the show was special the moment he read the first episode. He talks about Taylor’s signature voice on the page and why Billy Bob Thornton...

Adrian Holmes joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Bel-Air, the weight of stepping into Uncle Phil’s shoes, and what it means for the series as it heads toward the end. Holmes breaks down how he approached Philip Banks as a real, layered man, balancing authority with vulnerability while still honoring the character fans grew up with. He also opens up about why this...

Director Kevin Lewis joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to dive deep into Pig Hill, a chilling folklore-driven horror film inspired by local legend and psychological fear. Starring Shane West, Rainey Qualley, Shiloh Fernandez, and R.A. Mihailoff, the film follows a woman obsessed with the myth of the Pig People as disappearances begin to pile up. Lewis opens up about what firs...

David Dastmalchian joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to dive deep into Dust Bunny, Bryan Fuller’s dark, whimsical, and emotionally rich feature directorial debut starring Mads Mikkelsen, Sophie Sloan, Sigourney Weaver, and Dastmalchian himself. David opens up about what instantly grabbed him when he first read the script — the childhood fears we all carry, the feeling of not...

David Krumholtz and Caleb Alexander Smith join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to dive into Forelock — the darkly funny, character-driven LA story that blends crime, chaos, and an unlikely friendship between two men who should never have crossed paths. Caleb breaks down how much of the film’s wild world is pulled straight from real-life Los Angeles, from street-level absurdities...

Kevin Smith joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to celebrate the long-awaited 4K debut of Dogma, the bold, controversial religious fantasy that pushed boundaries, sparked protests, and became one of the most beloved films in his View Askewniverse. Kevin reflects on the surreal feeling of finally holding the 4K master after decades of the film being locked away. He shares why ph...

Jon Heder joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights for a fun, offbeat conversation about Tapawingo — the quirky, small-town comedy where an oddball becomes an unlikely bodyguard for a misfit teen, putting him right in the path of the town’s resident bullies. Heder dives into what drew him to the film, breaking down his love for stories about weird, sincere characters who treat the s...

Lee Byung-Hun joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to dive into the raw, gripping layers of No Other Choice — a tense character study where fear, pride, and desperation collide as one man spirals after losing the career that defined him. Lee opens up about the emotionally charged physicality behind his performance as Man-su — the shaking hands, the subtle gestures, and the nervo...

Paulina Chávez and Jacob Lofland join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk all things Landman Season 2 — the gritty, character-driven West Texas drama where loyalty is tested, secrets rise to the surface, and survival is anything but simple. Jacob opens up about filming his quiet, emotional truck scene with Billy Bob Thornton — a heartfelt father-and-son moment that hit him ju...

Director Alex Woo joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to dig into the heartfelt, surreal, and wildly imaginative world of In Your Dreams, Netflix’s new animated adventure about family, chaos, and the power of the dream world. Alex opens up about the childhood nightmare that stuck with him for life — a vivid, unsettling dream that sparked his fascination with dreams and ultimate...

Yonas Kibreab and Haley Tju join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk all things Bat-Fam, the fun and heartfelt new chapter in Gotham that blends big action, family chaos, and a ton of charm. Yonas opens up about growing with Damian Wayne from Merry Little Batman to Bat-Fam, sharing what it’s been like to voice the character across his early teens and why the show’s family-foc...

Alexandra Daddario joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk all things I Wish You All the Best — the heartfelt coming-of-age story directed by Tommy Dorfman and based on Mason Deaver’s bestselling novel. Daddario opens up about portraying Hannah, a protective older sister navigating love, motherhood, and acceptance while helping her sibling find their place in the world. She...

Christy Martin joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk all things Christy — the powerful new boxing drama hitting theaters November 7, 2025, starring Sydney Sweeney, Ben Foster, Merritt Wever, and Katy O’Brian. The real “Coal Miner’s Daughter of Boxing” opens up about seeing her life story brought to the big screen, what Sydney Sweeney got right about her fierce fighting sp...

Director Ruben Fleischer (Venom, Uncharted) and producer Bobby Cohen (Now You See Me, Now You See Me 2) join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about the long-awaited return of the hit illusionist franchise — Now You See Me: Now You Don’t. The duo shares how the new film brings together the original Four Horsemen (Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, and Dave Franc...

Michael Iskander joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk all things House of David: Season 2 — the epic Prime Video series bringing faith, music, and ancient history to life. Iskander opens up about portraying the legendary warrior-poet King David, performing Hebrew psalms live on set, and how his personal faith and Egyptian roots influenced the show’s powerful sound and sp...

Asa Butterfield joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about his first-ever animated feature, Stitch Head — a gothic, heartfelt adventure inspired by the beloved children’s book series. Butterfield opens up about stepping into the world of voice acting, the film’s spooky yet sweet tone, and how Stitch Head channels the spirit of The Nightmare Before Christmas, Coraline, an...

Kate Mara joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to discuss her latest sci-fi thriller, The Astronaut, where she stars alongside Gabriel Luna and Laurence Fishburne. Mara opens up about the film’s psychological tension, her fascination with space, and why she admits she’d “never survive” real space travel. She also reflects on her experiences in The Martian, the eerie moments in T...

Gabriel Luna joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about his latest role in The Astronaut, a grounded sci-fi thriller starring Kate Mara and Laurence Fishburne. Luna opens up about filming in isolation in the Wicklow Mountains, rediscovering his childhood fascination with space, and the film’s haunting themes of fear and imagination. The conversation also touches on his l...

Robert Patrick joins Reel Insights to talk about starring in both Tulsa King and Peacemaker, reuniting with Sylvester Stallone and John Cena, and what it’s like working with Taylor Sheridan and James Gunn. He reflects on his decades-spanning career — from Terminator 2: Judgment Day to today — sharing how he approaches complex characters, balances intensity with heart, and why he’s more passionate...

Jon Gunn joins Reel Insights to talk about directing House of David Season 2, the biblical epic’s massive scale, and working with star Michael Iskander as both a warrior and a poet. He opens up about balancing faith and storytelling, filming wild on-set moments, and his collaborations with Alan Ritchson and Zachary Levi. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nerdtropolis.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter...

Schuyler Fisk joins Reel Insights to talk about Hallmark’s The Chicken Sisters, her iconic roles in The Baby-sitters Club and Snow Day, and her career as a singer-songwriter. She reflects on three decades in entertainment, from Jack Black memories to Loretta Lynn collaborations, while teasing what fans can expect from her new music. Visit ⁠⁠⁠Nerdtropolis.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Tw...