A Lost Plot

In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the biographical film 'Michael,' which chronicles the life of the iconic musician Michael Jackson. The conversation highlights the film's focus on Michael's early life, the dynamics of the Jackson family, and the challenges he faced in pursuing his own identity and career. The hosts also address the film's strengths and weaknesses, including ch...

Find our review of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-04-17T04_00_00-07_00   In this episode, Maverick and Avalon delve into the final installment of the Hunger Games franchise, Mockingjay Part 2. They discuss the film's themes, character arcs, and the emotional weight of loss, particularly focusing on Katniss Everdeen's journey a...

Find our Hunger Games, Catching Fire review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-04-09T19_19_14-07_00   In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the complexities of 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1'. They discuss the film's narrative structure, character arcs, and the overarching themes of propaganda and resistance. The conversation highlights Katniss E...

Find our review of Hunger Games here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-04-01T19_37_17-07_00   In this episode, Maverick and Avalon delve into the 2013 film 'Hunger Games: Catching Fire', exploring its themes, character dynamics, and the implications of rebellion within a dystopian society. They discuss the film's plot, the development of Katniss Everdeen as a reluctant he...

Find our review of The Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2023-11-22T06_00_00-08_00   In this episode, Maverick and Avalon delve into the themes and character dynamics of 'The Hunger Games,' exploring its dystopian setting, the moral dilemmas faced by Katniss Everdeen, and the complexities of her relationship with Peta. They d...

Find our Arrival review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2022-02-16T14_00_00-08_00   In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon review the film 'Project Hail Mary,' discussing its plot, characters, and themes. They share their initial impressions, ratings, and delve into character analyses, particularly focusing on Ryland Grace and his relationship with the alien Rocky....

In this episode, Andrew and Maverick review the film 'The Patriot,' discussing its themes, character arcs, and historical context. They explore the motivations of the protagonist, Benjamin Martin, and the antagonist, Colonel Tavington, while also analyzing the film's portrayal of the American Revolution and its impact on family dynamics. The conversation delves into character development, the brut...

In this episode, Maverick and Avalon review 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man,' exploring its connection to the original series, character development, plot execution, and its impact on the franchise. They analyze the film's strengths, weaknesses, and legacy, providing insights for fans and newcomers alike. ---------- Highlights:  0:00 ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ Introduction 11:12 Tommy Sh...

In this episode, the hosts review the animated classic 'Shrek,' discussing its cultural impact, character development, and the subversion of traditional fairy tale norms. They explore the film's opening scene, the dynamics between Shrek and Donkey, and the overall narrative structure that balances humor with deeper themes of self-acceptance and societal rejection. They analyze the contrasting pers...

Find our Interstellar review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2024-11-14T16_15_06-08_00   In this episode, the hosts discuss Christopher Nolan's film 'The Prestige,' exploring its intricate plot, character dynamics, and thematic depth. They share their initial impressions and ratings, delve into the non-linear storytelling, and analyze the rivalry between the two main ch...

Find our Matrix review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-01-30T16_36_07-08_00   In this episode, Maverick and Andrew delve into 'The Matrix Resurrections', exploring its themes, character arcs, and overall execution. They discuss their initial ratings, the film's opening scene, and the reintroduction of Neo and Trinity. The conversation highlights the film's strength...

Find our The Matrix Reloaded review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-02-04T04_00_00-08_00   In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Matrix Revolutions', discussing their initial impressions, character arcs, and the film's themes. They explore the reintroduction of characters, the fight for Zion, and the roles of Neo and Agent Smith. The conversation delves into...

Find our review of The Matrix here:  https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-01-30T16_36_07-08_00   In this episode, Maverick and Andrew delve into the complexities of 'The Matrix Reloaded,' exploring its plot, character dynamics, and thematic elements. They discuss Neo's development, the significance of love and sacrifice, and critique the film's extensive fight scenes. They de...

In this episode, Maverick and Andrew delve into the iconic film 'The Matrix,' exploring its themes of reality, truth, and social conditioning. They analyze the character of Neo, his journey of self-discovery, and the role of Morpheus as a mentor. The conversation also touches on the cultural influences that shaped the film and its lasting impact on society. Through their discussion, they highlight...

Find our V for Vendetta review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-01-15T19_09_04-08_00   In this episode of 'A Lost Plot,' hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the 2019 science fiction film 'Ad Astra,' directed by James Gray. They explore the film's themes of isolation, familial relationships, and the human condition set against the backdrop of space exploration.   Th...

Find our discussion on our rating system here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-01-10T23_10_31-08_00   In this episode, Maverick and Andrew delve into the 2005 film 'V for Vendetta', exploring its themes, character development, and execution. They discuss their initial impressions and ratings, the significance of the opening scene, and the complexities of the main charact...

The new 9 Points Rating System is coming soon! In this episode, Maverick and his co-hosts Avalon and Andrew discuss the Nine Point Rating System for reviewing films, focusing on the importance of storytelling and character development.  They explore the significance of the opening scene, the necessity of character flaws for growth, and the role of side characters in enhancing the narrative. The co...

Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   In this episode, Maverick and Nick delve into the 1983 film WarGames, exploring its themes of technology, youth, and the ethical implications of automation. They analyze the protagonist, David, and the antagonist, WOPR, discussing how the film reflects on the dangers of technology without human oversight. The conversation...

Find the 9 Points Rating system here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   Find our review of Avatar: The Way of Water here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2022-12-29T20_39_12-08_00   In this episode, hosts Maverick and Avalon delve into the third installment of the Avatar series, Fire and Ash. They discuss their initial impressions, character developments, and the over...

Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   Find the Back to the Future Part 2 review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-12-11T19_02_25-08_00   In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Back to the Future Part 3', discussing their initial impressions, character developments, and the film's plot. They analyze the opening scene, th...

Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   Find the first Back to the Future review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2024-08-08T15_26_59-07_00   In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review 'Back to the Future II', discussing their initial impressions, character development, and the overarching themes of consequences and growth. They e...

Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   Find our review of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-11-26T15_45_38-08_00   In this episode, hosts Maverick and Andrew review 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,' discussing its reliance on nostalgia, character development issues,...

Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   Find the Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End review here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/maverick51411/episodes/2025-11-05T04_00_00-08_00   The review of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides delves into a critical analysis of character development in a film, highlighting how certain characters are perceived...

Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   In this episode of the Lost Plot Podcast, hosts Maverick and Avalon, along with guest Patrick, delve into the recent Netflix release of Frankenstein directed by Guillermo del Toro. They discuss their initial impressions, the film's faithfulness to Mary Shelley's original work, and the character development of Victor Franke...

Find the 9 Points Rating System here: https://www.alostplot.com/9-points/   In this episode, Maverick and Andrew review the historical film 'Nuremberg,' discussing its themes, character dynamics, and the moral implications of the Nazi trials. They explore the film's portrayal of evil, the humanization of its characters, and the importance of public discourse in recognizing and combating atrocities...