CinemaChat Podcast w/Rob & Brent…and Reggie

This week, we’re digging into Digger (2026), the new film from director Alejandro G. Iñárritu starring Tom Cruise in a role that promises to be unlike anything we’ve seen from him before. We discuss the film’s unusual premise, Cruise’s performance, and how Iñárritu’s distinctive filmmaking style shapes this darkly comedic story about a powerful man trying to save humanity from a disaster of his ow...

This week, we’re talking Primetime (2026), the new thriller that takes us behind the scenes of television and into a world where ambition, celebrity, and obsession collide. We break down the film’s premise, the performances at the center of the story, and how effectively it builds tension as things begin to spiral out of control. We also get into the movie’s darker ideas about fame and entertainme...

This week, we’re heading back to Raccoon City for Resident Evil (2026), the latest attempt to bring Capcom’s iconic survival-horror franchise to the big screen. We break down how the new film approaches the games, whether it captures their mix of horror, tension, and insanity, and how it distinguishes itself from the many Resident Evil adaptations that came before it. We also get into the scares,...

This week, we’re talking Hope (2026). A sci-fi thriller that takes an unsettling premise and uses it to explore some much bigger questions. We break down the film’s strange and ambitious story, the performances at its center, and how effectively it balances its mystery with the emotional side of the movie. We also get into the film’s biggest surprises, its themes and ideas, and what we made of the...

This week, we’re heading back to a galaxy far, far away for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026). Din Djarin and Grogu make the jump from the small screen to the big screen, and we’re breaking down whether their first theatrical adventure feels worthy of the move. We discuss how the movie builds on The Mandalorian, the chemistry between Mando and Grogu, the action and spectacle, and how wel...

We got positive feedback on these, so we did another one just in case we had issues getting together one week. Well, this week Reggie's computer just stopped working, so you get it now! -- We will be reviewing requests from patrons once a month. If you'd like to request a movie for us to review, head over to  Patreon  and sign up at $5/month* -- If you want to know what we are watching...What Did...

This week, we’re talking Passenger (2026), the thriller that takes an already uncomfortable situation and steadily cranks up the tension. We break down the film’s premise, the performances at the center of the story, and how well it keeps us guessing as the pieces begin to fall into place. Does this movie warrant a feature length? We also dig into the movie’s biggest turns, the decisions that driv...

This week, we’re diving into Netflix’s The Last House (2026), a tense thriller that turns a seemingly ordinary situation into something much darker. We break down the film’s setup, its escalating sense of danger, and whether the mystery at the center of the story ultimately delivers. We also get into the performances, the movie’s biggest twists, the choices that had us questioning the characters,...

This week on CinemaChat, we’re reviewing The Invite (2026), the new comedy that turns an innocent dinner invitation into an increasingly uncomfortable night between friends. We break down the film’s awkward humor, escalating tension, and the way one evening manages to expose quite a bit about the people sitting around the table. We also talk about the cast and chemistry, which jokes land best, how...

This week on CinemaChat Podcast, your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is back as we review Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026). After years of anticipation and endless fan speculation, Peter Parker returns for a fresh chapter in the MCU. We discuss whether the film successfully builds on the emotional ending of No Way Home, introduces a compelling new direction for the character, and delivers the we...

This week on CinemaChat Podcast, we're setting sail with Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey (2026). One of the most ambitious films ever put to screen, Nolan adapts Homer's legendary tale with an all-star cast, jaw-dropping visuals, and a scale that demands to be seen on the biggest screen possible. But does the film live up to years of anticipation, or is it a rare misfire from one of Hollywood's mo...

In this episode, Reggie and I give each other a topic, then list off selections for that topic. The other must place those selections in ranking slots without knowing what options follow! Can we trick each other into creating a list that we don't like? Can we navigate the muddy waters to create the perfect lists? Listen to find out. -- We will be reviewing requests from patrons once a month. If yo...

This week, we're reviewing The Furious (2026), the latest martial arts action film that aims to deliver brutal fight choreography, relentless pacing, and a classic revenge-driven story. We break down the performances, the action sequences, and whether the film rises above familiar genre conventions or simply repeats them. Along the way, we discuss the movie's biggest strengths and weaknesses, high...

This week on CinemaChat Podcast, we're diving into The Sheep Detectives (2026), the charming mystery that has surprised audiences with its clever storytelling, heartfelt emotion, and memorable cast of characters. We discuss whether this unlikely premise works, what makes the mystery so engaging, and where the film ranks among this year's family releases. Topics include: First Impressions, Story &a...

Welcome to Off the Reel, a recurring CinemaChat series where we step away from traditional movie reviews and dive into the conversations every movie fan loves to have. Each episode features an unscripted discussion covering everything from Hollywood trends and franchise debates to movie trivia, unpopular opinions, "what if" scenarios, rankings, and whatever cinematic rabbit holes we happen to find...

On this episode, we review Greenland 2: Migration (2026) and discuss whether the sequel builds on the 2020 original. We talk about the film's shift from a disaster movie to a post-apocalyptic survival thriller, Gerard Butler's return, the expanded world-building, the action sequences, and whether the emotional core that made the first film work is still intact. We also share our thoughts on the SC...

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. This is an episode about the worst dads in movies that Reggie and I recorded last week. I tacked on a VERY old Cutting Room Floor where we talked about the best dads SIX years ago. -- We will be reviewing requests from patrons once a month. If you'd like to request a movie for us to review, head over to  Patreon  and sign up at $5/month* -- If you want...

WARNING: We do delve into spoilers. This week we are discussing We Bury the Dead (2024...2026). After a catastrophic military accident devastates Tasmania and leaves the dead mysteriously reanimating, Ava (Daisy Ridley) joins a body retrieval unit in a desperate search for her missing husband. What begins as a post-apocalyptic survival story quickly evolves into a haunting exploration of grief, cl...

This week on CinemaChat Podcast, we're stepping into the endless maze of Backrooms (2026), the feature film adaptation of the viral internet horror phenomenon. Directed by Kane Parsons, the film follows a therapist searching for a missing man who has become trapped inside a bizarre alternate reality filled with impossible architecture, mysterious entities, and more questions than answers. We discu...

This week on CinemaChat, we dive into I Love Boosters (2026), the latest wildly original film from Boots Riley. Set in a surreal version of the Bay Area, the film follows Corvette (Keke Palmer) and her crew of fashion-savvy shoplifters as they target a ruthless fashion mogul who profits from stolen ideas and exploited labor. What starts as a stylish heist comedy quickly evolves into a bizarre mix...

This week on the podcast, we’re reviewing Obsession (2026), the new horror film from rising filmmaker Curry Barker that’s been generating a ton of buzz online and on the festival circuit. What starts as an awkward romantic wish-fulfillment story quickly spirals into something disturbing, uncomfortable, and completely unhinged. We talk about the film’s blend of horror and dark comedy, the nightmare...

This week on CinemaChat... we enter the TOURNAMENT once again (for the first time) with our review of Mortal Kombat II ! After the mildly disappointing first film, does this sequel level up the action, characters, and fatalities… or does it fall victim to the franchise curse? We break down the fights, the new additions to the roster, the fan service, and whether the movie actually delivers the cha...

This week, we head into the Australian wilderness for Netflix’s survival thriller Apex (2026) ! Charlize Theron stars as a grieving adrenaline junkie trying to reconnect with herself through an extreme solo adventure — only to find herself hunted by a terrifying psychopath played by Taron Egerton. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur (Everest, Beast), the film blends survival horror, psychological thrill...

This week we’re checking out Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice (2026), a fast-moving crime comedy that throws time travel, gangsters, and double-crosses into the same chaotic night. With Vince Vaughn pulling double duty and James Marsden in the mix, the movie leans into a wild premise where survival gets a whole lot more complicated once the timeline starts getting messed with. We talk about...

This week we’re checking out War Machine (2026), a military thriller that takes a hard left turn into full-blown sci-fi chaos on Netflix. Led by Alan Ritchson, the story blends military with sci-fi spectacle, as the squad is forced to adapt, survive, and figure out how to take down an enemy that’s faster, stronger, and unlike anything they’ve trained for. We get into whether the genre mashup actua...