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Zach & Darian head back into the Alaskan landscape with episode 2 of Season 4 of TRUE DETECTIVE! More questions are brought forth in this episode including an interesting connection to the iconic first season of the show. Check out the latest episode of The Cinema Wave Podcast! #truedetective #hbo #television #tv #tvreview #review #analysis #podcast #cinemawave #youtubers Be sure to follow us...

Michael & Darian return to the desks to discuss the very first Marvel project of 2024: 'Echo.' The project that follows Choctaw native Maya Lopez, who was first introduced in 'Hawkeye,' headlines her own series that tells of her origin, her native heritage and her relationship with her "uncle" Wilson Fisk aka, the Kingpin. In development since 2020, Alaqua Cox stars as the deaf Native American...

Netflix seems to have a masterpiece on their hands with Bradley Cooper's latest film, MAESTRO. The film follows iconic composer/conductor Leonard Bernstein through his career in the arts, as well as his tumultuous romantic life despite his wife's undying support. Lead by arguably Carey Mulligan's greatest performance yet and an incredible all-around endeavor from Cooper, this film is one you have...

The latest film from the wacky mind of Yorgos Lanthimos is POOR THINGS! His latest collaboration with Emma Stone tells the story of the evolution of Bella Baxter as she embarks on a wildly imaginative, bizarre and exhilarating exploration of life through the eyes of someone seeking adventure. Stone leads a terrific ensemble that is also headlined by such actors as Willem Dafoe, Mark Ruffalo, Marga...

Zack Snyder has always wished to work within the world we know as Star Wars, and unfortunately though he's never been given that chance, Netflix wrote him a fat check to come to the streamer and create his own Sci-Fi world from scratch to launch a new franchise, which is jumpstarted by this new film, REBEL MOON - PART ONE: A CHILD OF FIRE. Darian & Vinny discuss what went wrong with this movie...

NAPOLEON is the latest feature film from Ridley Scott that covers the historical reign of French dictator Napoleon Bonaparte played in this film by Oscar-winner Joaquin Phoenix. The epic drama is currently in theaters and for this episode of the pod, Zach & Vinny sit down to discuss historical inaccuracies, being underwhelmed by the film as a whole, being entrenched in grand war scenes and the...

SCOTT PILGRIM TAKES OFF is the return to Edgar Wright's universe from the live-action film that you didn't know you needed. Michael and Vinny discuss the changes from live-action to animation, Netflix's intention to bring a series like this to streaming as well as building off of supporting players such as Ramona Flowers, Matthew Pates, Lucas Lee and Wallace Wells in this version of Scott Pilgrim....

Within the world of Professional Wrestling, there is one family that stands amongst the pantheons of greatness and that is The Von Erichs. THE IRON CLAW tells the incredibly tragic true story of the rise and inevitable fall of wrestling's equivalent to The Kennedys. The film is a reflection of brotherhood, family, trauma and tension put in an exquisite bow by everyone involved from writer/director...

Happy Holidays everyone! For the first time ever, we are talking about our absolute FAVORITE holiday movies to watch during the season of cheer. Many films are discussed throughout the episode including ELF, THE SANTA CLAUSE, THE POLAR EXPRESS and many, more! Please be sure to comment your thoughts as well and join us along this journey across the Christmas Cinematic Universe with our 52nd episode...

SALTBURN is one of the most SHOCKING viewing experience of 2023, so Liz and Darian had to head to the table to talk about it! The latest posh erotic thriller that stars Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Rosamund Pike and Richard E. Grant is one of the most unique and inventive original tales of class, sex and horror in years. The duo discuss how well Keoghan is in the lead role, the underrated nature o...

Back to back days with more Vinny content! Another first here at the Culture Wave Media Network as Vinny Albano, one of the newest additions to the Culture Wave team covers discusses a beloved anime hit, 'Attack on Titan' and its series finale. The series is very near and dear to his heart as he expresses thanks to the creators while also diving into what makes the series and the finale so special...

And then there were 2. We cannot believe Gerry has brought it down to our hometown gal Theresa and Leslie for the final two and we're here to discuss! Don't forget, NO EPISODE this week for Thanksgiving. Who do you think will win Gerry's heart in the end?! #realitytv #bachelor #goldenbachelor #tvrecap #podcast Be sure to follow us on: INSTAGRAM | @cinemawavemedia, @jerseysfinestpod & @_culture...

Welcome to the very first edition of Vinny's Mini Reviews! Vinny Albano, one of the newest additions to the Culture Wave team covers David Fincher's latest crime flick made for Netflix that stars Michael Fassbender. Please help us welcome Vinny to the team! Please like, comment your thoughts and be sure to subscribe! #thekiller #davidfincher #moviereview #culturewave #shortformcontent #movies #fil...

Liz & Darian review the return to The Hunger Games franchise with the latest installment, 'The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes' which takes place 64 years before Jennifer Lawrence graced the screen as Katniss Everdeen in 'The Hunger Games.' The pair discuss Tom Blyth's portrayal of Coriolanus Snow, Rachel Zegler's role as Lucy Gray Baird and how the film's bloated runtime and tonal confusion...

Darian, Liz & Zach head back to the studio to talk about the spectacle that is 'Dream Scenario.' The crew discusses whether or not this is Nicolas Cage's greatest performance, the breakout American debut of writer/director Kristoffer Borgli and can Cage score an Academy Award nomination for this A24 pic? All that and more in the latest review and discussion from the Culture Wave Media Network....

We're rapidly approaching awards season (our very first here at Culture Wave), and one of the movies you will be hearing about all the way to the Academy Awards most likely is Alexander Payne's, 'The Holdovers.' Zach, Liz & Darian return to discuss this perfect medley of drama and comedy that very well could be the best work of Payne's career. We discuss the amazing work from all three lead ac...

After over 110 days of striking, the SAG Strike is officially OVER!!! Great news for all involved, I bet many of you are wondering what comes next? This is the perfect mini pod for you guys to find out what the deal mainly dealt within in terms of issues, as well as updates on a number of projects including Deadpool 3, Beetlejuice 2, Season 3 of The White Lotus, Superman: Legacy, Stranger Things S...

O M G. Loki has finally wrapped up its Season 2 with a remarkable finale that has both Darian & Michael shocked, excited and passionate in their SPOILER HEAVY discussion. They discuss the transformative arc of Tom Hiddleston's portrayal of the titular character, the earned conclusions for Loki, Mobius and more, as well as what the final shot and scene mean for the future of the MCU. Please enj...

We've finally arrived at Hometowns for Gerry and his potential life partners! Darian and Liz discuss episode 6 of The Golden Bachelor as he heads to New Jersey, Washington & Minnesota to meet the families of Theresa, Faith and Leslie respectively. Lots of discussion on whether the vibe with Theresa matches that of the other suitors, Faith gets a newfound love from Liz and we're left off on a c...

LOKI is nearing its conclusion of its second season as well as its role in the larger future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Michael and Darian discuss Season 2, Episode 5 of the series honing in on Loki's new abilities, a potential transition to the God of Stories and some great comedic moments for Owen Wilson and Ke Huy Quan. What did you guys think of LOKI's fifth episode? Let us know in the...

Zach and Liz cover yet another potential hit for A24 as Sofia Coppola's snapshot of Presley love behind closed doors: PRISCILLA. Centering around Priscilla Presley, the pair discuss the unique style behind the film, Jacob Elordi's take on Elvis, and the remarkable performance by breakout Cailee Spaeny. We hope you enjoy our awesome and insightful conversation in the latest episode of The Cinema Wa...

The crew comes back in studio to discuss the second weekend of the Montclair Film Festival as Darian, Liz & Zach discuss Martin Scorsese's sit-down Filmmaker Tribute at NJPAC in Newark with Stephen Colbert, as well as their thoughts on both All of Us Strangers and Eileen, two indie dramas that are sure to be the talk of awards season. Culture Wave would like to thank everyone at the Montclair...

WOW. What an episode LOKI delivered last week with Episode 4 aka, 'Heart of the TVA.' In this latest episode of The Cinema Wave Podcast, Darian and Michael return to speculate on many theories to where the conclusion of this episode could propel us as an audience not only by the end of the second season, but also in the Multiverse Saga in the MCU. Please know there is a SPOILER warning in effect a...

We gave some time to let it breathe! Liz & Darian return to cover not just one, but TWO episodes of The Golden Bachelor! Within this two-week span, Gerry has let go of SIX total women. So much to talk about whether it's the two amazing group dates the ladies go on, the emergence of Sandra and an absolute SHOCK elimination in the conclusion of Episode 5. Join us as we discuss the last two weeks...

Darian, Liz & Zach bring forth the conversation you've all been waiting for.. Martin Scorsese's epic Killers of the Flower Moon. The recent 1920s Osage true story brings forth an elaborate conversation regarding all three lead performances from Leo, De Niro & Lily Gladstone, the interesting choices made from adapting the novel and whether the choice to make Ernest & Mollie's romance th...