After the Frame Podcast

This episode on After the Frame, we’re covering a trio of movies that all surprised us in different ways: one with Spielberg-sized spectacle, one with sheep solving a mystery way better than expected, and one with enough cringe, comedy, and dramatic intensity to make you physically uncomfortable. We start with Disclosure Day, a movie packed with wonder, scale, and that unmistakable Spielberg “wow...

This episode on After the Frame, we’re covering three very different franchise swings: a campy fantasy reboot, a surprisingly purposeful Pixar sequel, and a spoof comedy trying to recapture old magic. We start with Masters of the Universe, a messy but entertaining adventure that leans into the camp, delivers some impressive practical character work, and somehow gives us a pretty strong Jared Leto...

This week on After the Frame, we’re covering two very different superhero shows in one episode: one loud, bloody, and apocalyptic; the other gritty, grounded, and locked back into what makes its hero work. We start with The Boys Season 5, the final ride for a series built on violence, satire, and superhero corruption. We break down whether the show sticks the landing, how Homelander remains one of...

This episode on After the Frame, we’re covering three wildly different movies in one episode - a loose, charming Pixar original, a messy horror reboot, and a technically impressive trip into liminal-space dread. We start with Hoppers, a refreshing win for Pixar that feels original, playful, and genuinely fun. Instead of forcing a heavy message, it leads with charm, imagination, and off-the-wall en...

This week on After the Frame, we’re packing four very different reviews into one episode, from big-screen sci-fi spectacle, to grimy internet-age horror, to absurd comedy, to one of the scariest indie horror swings of the year. We start with Project Hail Mary, a massive crowd-pleaser powered by Ryan Gosling’s charm, breathtaking visual effects, and the emotional punch of Rocky. It comes incredibly...

This week on After the Frame, we’re packing three reviews into one episode, moving from franchise disappointment, to atmospheric dread, to a sequel that’s fun but maybe a little too safe. We start with Scream 7, a frustrating entry in a franchise that usually knows how to balance mystery, nostalgia, and sharp horror satire. This time, the villain reveal, callback-heavy storytelling, and lack of re...

This week on After the Frame, we dive into Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights (2026) — a bold retelling that looks stunning, feels soaked in atmosphere, and swings hard for gothic intensity. For a lot of its runtime, it’s gripping in that “can’t look away” way… and then the final stretch gets shaky. We break down what worked and what didn’t: the film’s striking visual language, the heavy tone, an...

This week on After the Frame, we’re keeping it loose - breaking down the latest entertainment headlines, arguing over our favorite topics, and letting the takes fly. We start with quick reactions to what’s happening in movies and pop culture right now, then jump into a few games that instantly spiral into debate. From guessing lists to ranking on the fly to “winner stays on” chaos, it’s competitiv...

Sam Raimi kicks off 2026 with Send Help a movie that somehow mashes up survival thriller tension with workplace comedy chaos, and actually makes it work. It’s fast, funny, sharp, and packed with the kind of horror-comedy-suspense blend that feels unmistakably Raimi. In this episode of After the Frame, we break down what worked and what didn’t: the smart setup, the instantly punchy character dynami...

Awards season is here — and the gloves are off. In this episode of After the Frame, we dive headfirst into the 2026 Oscars conversation, breaking down the nominations, the biggest snubs, and where we think the Academy got it right — and very wrong. We kick things off with a cold open on the latest entertainment headlines before jumping into activities like Tenable, Blind Rankings, and a round of r...

A new year means new takes. In this special After the Frame episode, we kick off 2026 by looking ahead, locking in our boldest predictions for the movies, franchises, and industry trends that will define the year. We start in full 2026 Preview mode, running through Over/Under predictions on everything from billion-dollar movies and superhero critical scores to streaming shakeups and sequel perform...

It’s time to close the book on 2025. In this special year-in-review episode of After the Frame, we break down the biggest movies, boldest swings, and messiest misfires the year had to offer, no safe takes allowed. We kick things off with a cold open featuring the entertainment headlines that defined the year, then dive headfirst into a full 2025 round-up packed with games and debates: Tenable, Rec...

This week on After the Frame, we head back to the vibrant city of Zootopia — breaking down why Zootopia 2 works as a thoughtful, funny, and visually stunning sequel that respects the original while confidently expanding its world. From the gorgeous animation to the heartwarming story and smart restraint with nostalgia, there’s a lot Disney gets right this time around. Along the way, we take a brie...

The Knives Out franchise is back — and somehow still finding new ways to surprise. Wake Up Dead Man delivers a fresh vibe, a clever mystery, and one of the strongest ensembles the series has seen yet. It’s funny, thoughtful, unpredictable, and proof that this franchise still has plenty of gas left in the tank. In this episode of After the Frame, we break down what worked and what didn’t: the sharp...

Sony’s animation hot streak continues with KPop Demon Hunters — a movie that fully embraces its wild premise and runs with it. Vibrant animation, fun characters, and just the right level of chaos make this one an easy crowd-pleaser and a film that sticks with you more than you might expect. In this episode of After the Frame, we break down what worked and what didn’t: the slick animation style, th...

Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone team up once again for Bugonia, delivering another dose of beautifully strange filmmaking — intense, darkly funny, and unmistakably their style. It’s gripping, it’s bold, and it’s filled with standout performances… even if a few ideas simmer a little too long. In this episode of After the Frame, we break down what worked and what didn’t: the magnetic performances, L...

Edgar Wright takes a big swing with The Running Man — a frantic, stylish reimagining loaded with spectacle, satire, and one of Glen Powell’s most magnetic performances yet. It doesn’t stick every landing, but the ride getting there? An absolute blast. In this episode of After the Frame, we break down what worked and what didn’t: Wright’s hyper-kinetic direction, the action-comedy rhythm, the world...

Osgood Perkins has a gift for eerie, beautifully crafted horror — the kind that settles under your skin and stays there. Keeper continues that visual tradition, but this time the story doesn’t quite follow through. The atmosphere is rich, the mood is chilling… but the narrative never truly wakes up. In this episode of After the Frame, we break down what worked and what didn’t: the haunting cinemat...

The first Wicked movie surprised everyone - vibrant, emotional, and full of heart. Its sequel, Wicked: For Good, arrives with big expectations, powerhouse leads, and a story that’s trying to juggle a lot at once. Some of it lands. Some of it… melts on contact. In this episode of After the Frame, we dive into what worked and what didn’t: the stellar performances from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande...

After a hauntingly effective first film, The Black Phone 2 tries to dial back into the same terror - but this time, the connection’s a little fuzzy. This week on After the Frame, we dig into what worked and what didn’t: the eerie visuals, the attempts to expand the lore, and the tension that just doesn’t quite ring through. We’ll talk pacing, stakes, character focus, and why even the best horror c...

What happens when ambition turns into obsession? HIM had the makings of a bold psychological thriller — stunning visuals, an intriguing setup, and a premise dripping with potential. But somewhere between concept and execution, it all falls apart. In this episode of After the Frame, we break down what worked and what didn’t: the gorgeous cinematography, flashes of strong performances, and the haunt...

Nearly five decades later, Jaws still looms large as one of the most important movies ever made. In this episode, we look back at the film that terrified beachgoers, introduced one of the greatest scores in cinema, and redefined what a blockbuster could be. From Brody, Quint, and Hooper’s unforgettable showdown to the cultural impact that still ripples today, we dig into why Jaws remains a perfect...

We’re switching things up this week — instead of reviewing a new release, we’re ranking the entire DC Extended Universe. From the Snyder epics to the infamous misfires, we go film by film and debate what worked, what didn’t, and which DC moments actually deserve to be remembered.

In this episode, we dig into Honey Don’t! — a film that has moments of sharp writing and a couple standout performances, but struggles to balance its tone and stick the landing. We talk about the noir vibes Margaret Qualley brings to her role, the jumble of intersecting storylines, and why the ending feels more rushed than rewarding.

We’re doing something a little different this week — instead of reviewing a single movie, we’re ranking the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. From the top-tier classics to the ones we’d rather forget, we break down where every film lands, what surprised us the most, and which Marvel moments still hold up today. Whether you’re Team Infinity War or still defending Thor: The Dark World, this one’s fo...