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Brandon Cortes and Jay Shatara give their thoughts to the latest entry in the Mike Flanaganverse, should you call it that. Brandon and Jay compare the 2026 series to the 1976 film and changes that fit and don't fit. Did the lads like the modernization to the film? After listening to the episode, Brandon and Jay have their own extended reviews.

We welcome Steven Raju back to the mic since our 'Avengers: Doomsday' trailer reaction. HBO Max's latest hit, 'Lanterns' received mostly positive reviews. Steven Raju and Brandon Cortes share their thoughts on the hit DCU series. Brandon and Steven then discuss the latest major news that is changing the film industry forever. Warner Bros. Discovery was acquired by Paramount for...

Last week, the lads returned. This week, Zack Snyder returned with some insane quotes about his movies. We debate the age old question: Did Warner Brothers fumble him? + Multiple trailers drop for new horror shows AND movies on the horizon! Co-host and co-producer, Steven, makes a cameo with his review of "Resident Evil."

The Comeback! The lads are back after a summer hiatus with the latest Movie news + what have you been watching lately? + Summer Blockbuster recap! A lot to cover on the latest episode of The Deep Cinema Podcast with your hosts, Jay and Brandon!

CINEMA IS BACK! Steven Raju, Brandon Cortes and special guest, Maxwell Trink - Marvel Cinematic Universe correspondent, come together such as our heroes to react to the official trailer for 'Avengers: Doomsday'! Hear our reactions, thoughts, concerns, and predictions for the incoming blockbuster from the Marvel Cinematic Universe!

Welcome to our final World Cup in Review episode! Brandon and Steven hit the mic one more time during this 2026 FIFA World Cup to discuss the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina. The lads also discuss the conteversies from this match and the World Cup as a whole. Where does the world of football go from here? Brandon and Steven have it all for you. Included in this episode: footage from Sp...

In a excruciating match between England and Argentina, it was the South American side that came away with the win. Steven Raju and Jay Shatara react to the 1-2 result.

The first of the two World Cup semifinals is in the books! Spain defeat France 0-2, and set up a match against England or Argentina. Brandon, Steven, and the return of Jay, dissect the epic clash between these two European rivals!

The time has arrived... France vs Spain, England vs Argentina. The last four (4) sides alive in this competition. Steven Raju and Brandon Cortes recap how each team got to the semifinal stage and predict the result of each semifinal to come. This is World Cup in Review on The Deep Cinema Podcast!

We finally have our first two semifinalists of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. How did Spain and France get here? Brandon flies solo in giving you the match recap of Spain vs Belgium and France vs Morocco.

The final match of the Round of 16 has arrived! The tight game between Switzerland and Colombia had to be separated after 120 minutes. Steven, Jay, and Brandon give their post-match analysis on Switzerland's win. Brandon gives his thoughts on where Colombia goes from here for 2028 Copa America and 2030 World Cup Qualifiers. The FINAL EIGHT! The lads preview each match and predict results and o...

What are the most thrilling World Cup matches came to an explosive finish today as Egypt blows a 20 lead versus Argentina, led by the heroics of Messi and Company. The Deep Cinema 🎙️ breaks down all the chaos!

The trio of Brandon, Steven, and Jay return to the mic with a special Guest, Andrea, a longtime USMNT supporter since the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The Stars and Stripes fall short to the tournament-experienced Belgium, 1-4. A night following drama with The White House, the U.S. Soccer Federation, and Flo Balogun, the U.S. built the pressure amongst themselves to face revenge after a 2-...

A stoppage time winner from subsitute Mikel Merino was all it took for Spain to win the chess match against their Iberian rivals, Portugal. Brandon flies solo as Host and Producer in this post-match analysis of this Round of 16 blockbuster at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A new World Cup classic in the record books after England gives Mexico their first loss at the Estadio Azteca in thirteen (13) years. Brandon, Steven, and have the match recap. Jay subs in for a cameo at the end of the episode to give his thoughts on his home nation's result. Meanwhile, Brandon and Steven have a conversation regarding the controversy behind Folarin Balogun's red card that...

Haaland, Haaland, Haaland! The Machine from Manchester City knocks in a brace as he powers Norway into the Quarterfinal. The lads ask what is next for Brazil? Steven and Jay also recap all of the action we missed over the weekend!

SUUUUIIIIII! Ronaldo finally scores in a World Cup knockout as Portugal advances to the Round of 16. Spain also wins and dominates Austria to set up the Iberian Derby.

Heartbreaks for DR Congo and Senegal is joy for England and Belgium. Join us as we recap the trio of Round of 32 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the U.S. victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in a 2-0 win. Jay leads the line in this episode with Brandon, Steven, and the newest special Guest of the Deep Cinema arsenal, Ryan!

Mexico moves on after a 2-0 win over Ecuador! Mexico will play a 'fifth game' for the first time since 1986.

DICTATOR MBAPPE AT IT AGAIN! Your trio of Brandon, Steven, and Jay, are back for a double Round of 32 action between Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway and France vs Sweden. The Ivorian hearts break as they couldn't get past Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard, and co. Meanwhile, Sweden were no match for Kylian Mbappe and his goons in a 3-0 smashing. Hear our thoughts on this World Cup in Review special!

Jay, Steven, and Allif break down an exciting opening day of the round of 32. Brazil takes it at the death over Japan. Can Don Carlo's men make a run? Germany once again crashes and burns out of the knockouts. What is next for deutschland? And Morocco shows it is for real with a huge win in penalties over the Netherlands.

Who will play who in the Round of 32?! The second to last Group Stage matches ended tonight! The blockbustrer between Colombia and Portugal ended in a scoreless draw. Meanwhile, DR Congo advance to the knockout phase in their first-ever FIFA World Cup; Uzbekistan eliminated. England prove themselves with a strong second half, Croatia's experience overpowers Ghana. Co-host and Co-Producer Brand...

Group E closes its doors today with two huge results! Ecuador advance in a must-win match against Germany. Simultaneously, the African side, Côte d'Ivoire cruise against the lovable CONCACAF side, Curaçao. Co-Host and co-Producer Brandon flies solo for this brief post-match analysis of the World Cup in Review.

The beginning of the end... Today was the conclusion of Groups A, B, and C at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Celebrations can be heard around the world, while heartbreaks can be felt in other parts. Join Brandon Cortes and Jay Shatara as they go over the final results of these three Groups and as well go over the impact of Mexican football culture and the icon... Guillermo "Memo" Ochoa's legacy.

The final game of the second match day in the Group Stage took place in Guadalajara tonight. Colombia took on the strict African side that is the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Daniel Muñoz shines once again for his Colombia. Our host Brandon goes solo again for this late episode.