Film Code

The guys are back to talk about the latest Netflix original film, The Gray Man starring Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans , and Ana De Armas . What did the guys think of this Russo Brothers produced action spy flick? Was it worth the $200 million that Netflix spent on it? Was there a reference to Gosling playing Ken in the new Barbie film? Or a chance that Evans picks up a shield? Plus, there's another fi...

The Boys is one of the best shows on television and they officially wrapped their 3rd season. The guys look back on a wild season that featured dildo fights, octopus sex, a musical dance number, and herogasm. And that's not even the best parts. Listen to the guys break down one of the most heinous, action-packed, and crazy seasons of TV yet.

The guys return with the 29th entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as they break down Thor: Love and Thunder directed by Taika Watitti and starring Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Christian Bale , and Tessa Thompson . What did the guys think of this goat screaming, ode to Guns n' Roses? And where does it rank among Phase four of the MCU ? Plus, can the guys solve Phoenix's heroic codeword? W...

It's a good time to be a movie fan as there's so many different quality of films currently in theaters. This week, the guys are reviewing the new Blumhouse horror-thriller, The Black Phone written and directed by Scott Derrickson and starring Ethan Hawke and Mason Thames . Is it the best horror movie of the year so far? Can it stay in the conversation to the end? The guys also answer their own Twi...

The guys are back to discuss the potential biopic of the year, it's Baz Lurhmann 's Elvis starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks . How did we feel about this take on the legendary entertainer? Will it have the legs to hold up till the end of the year? Plus, our codeword is back and with double points on the line all season, it's going to be a tough one to crack. Will anyone emerge victorious or will...

The guys are back in this one-on-one episode talking Pixar 's latest, and first theatrical release since 2020, Lightyear starring Chris Evans, Uzo Adubo, Keke Palmer, and Taika Wattiti. What did the guys think of this spin-off film based on the beloved character from the Toy Story franchise? And where does this film rank among Pixar's best? Find out all this and more on this week's episode of Film...

We're fully into our 3rd season and we're talking our second (and definitely won't be our last) legacy-quel of the year. It's Jurassic World Dominion starring Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jeff Goldbloom, and Laura Dern . What did we think of this final iteration of the Jurassic saga? And this week, we're not alone! Our first guest of the season is "The David Thewlis of Podcasting" , film blog...

It's our Season 3 kickoff and we're talking the decades late legacy-quel, Top Gun Maverick starring Tom Cruise, Jennifer Connolly, Jon Hamm, and Miles Teller. When Maverick returns to the school that trained him to teach its' latest graduates the skills they'll need to complete their most dangerous mission. What did we think of this film and where does it rank so far in the year? All that and more...

We've arrived at the Season 2 finale!! In our final episode this season, we discuss the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe , Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness directed by celebrated horror director, Sam Raimi and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Xochitl Gomez, and Benedict Wong. What does the film mean for the future of the MCU ? And where else will we go in the...

The guys are back for the second to last episode of season 2! With just a few episodes remaining, the guys tackle not one, not two, but THREE great films in this episode. Kicking off with Robert Eggers 's The Northman starring Alexander Skarsgard, Nicole Kidman, Ethan Hawke, and Anya Taylor-Joy . What did the guys think of this bloody revenge thriller? Plus, we look at the new animated film from D...

The guys are back to discuss the 11th film in the Wizarding World series, it's Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore once again directed by David Yates and starring Jude Law, Eddie Redmayne, Ezra Miller, and Mads Mikkelson. What did the guys think of the third film in the Beasts trilogy? And do they think we'll get more? Plus, Zach looks to stump the team with his under-the-radar codeword. W...

We've finally arrived at the final awards ceremony of the year: Ours! Thanks to YOUR votes, we have determined the winners in this year's Film Code Film Awards celebrating the films of 2021 . We saw some truly historic nominations and even better wins. And at least at this show, we can promise no one gets assaulted. So after much deliberation, here are your winners of the 2021 Film Code Film Award...

A24 returns with their most daring, original, and creative release yet, Everything Everywhere All At Once starring Michelle Yeoh , Ke Huy Quan , Jamie Lee Curtis , and Stephanie Hsu . This wild, unpredictable family drama delves into the multiverse in a way you never thought possible. Is this already the best film of the year? Find out on this week's episode of Film Code !

For the first time ever, the guys were all in the same place to watch the 94th Academy Awards .  And they certainly got more than they thought they would! But A LOT happened on Oscar Sunday, and the guys break down their favorite moments, speeches, performances, winners, and upsets. How did the guys feel about the show overall, and THAT particular moment as well? Find out all that and more on...

We're days away from the biggest night in Hollywood, so the guys sat down to go over the nominees and pick who they think will win. Will their favorites upset? Or will it be a lost cause the whole way? Which award are they looking forward to the most and which category has the worst lineup? Plus, the guys are also gearing up for their own awards show. Listen as they reveal the nominees for the 2nd...

The guys are back to discuss the 25th entry into the catalog of Pixar . It's Turning Red directed by Domee Shi and starring Rosalie Chiang and Sandra Oh . What did the guys think of this new animated creature feature? And where does it rank among Pixar's best? Plus, Brandon has the guys in the palm of his hand with his codeword this week. Will they be able to crack the code or will they fall again...

We've arrived at possibly our most anticipated film of the year. It's THE BATMAN starring Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, Paul Dano, and Jeffrey Wright. Directed by Matt Reeves . Was it the most satisfying Batman film yet? And how does it compare to all other previous iterations of the character? Does this belong in the upper echelon of Batman stories? Will we see more? Find out all that and more i...

This week, the guys look at Playstation Studios ' first major motion picture release, UNCHARTED starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg .  How will the action-adventure game translate to the big screen? Did the guys find themselves immersed in the world or left flummoxed by some creative decisions? Plus, Phoenix's new codeword puts the other guys on a backslide. Will they land on their feet or...

The guys are back to take on one of the latest Oscar hopefuls in CODA . Directed by Sian Heder and starring Emilia Jones, Troy Kotsur, Eugenio Derbez, and Marlee Matlin . The story of a hearing child born to a deaf family and her passion to sing. Did this film warm their cold dead hearts? And are they rooting for a #CODASweep ? Plus, bells will be ringing as the guys rack their brains to try to fi...

It took us 20+ years but we finally got around to seeing Fight Club for the very first time. Did this seminal film hit us in the same way as it did for millions in 1999? Were we able to see how this film became a cultural phenomenon? Or how it lapsed into the ultimate "filmbro" standard? Starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter, and Meatloaf . Directed by David Fincher . Let's go ah...

Our season 1 Codebreaking Champion, Nathan Pigg returns to discuss the new sci-fi disaster film by Roland Emmerich , Moonfall starring Patrick Wilson, Halle Berry, Michael Pena, and John Bradley . Did the disaster King live up to his name or is this another dud from the Independence Day director? Find out all that and more on this week's episode of Film Code !

It's finally here! The 2021 - 2022 Oscar nominations have been announced and the guys go through all the major categories and break them down. Snubs, surprises, and give their early predictions on what will win. What did the guys think of the Academy 's choices this year and who was the biggest snub this year? Find out all that and more on this bonus episode of Film Code !

This week, we're joined by a special guest as Sean Allred of CheapSeat Reviews stops by to talk about the latest release to AppleTV+ , The Tragedy of Macbeth directed by Joel Coen and starring Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand . What did the guys think of this Shakesperean retelling? Or how the Coen bros fair on their own? Plus, will the codeword cracking streak stop this week with Brandon's...

It took 10 years but we finally got the next installment in the Scream franchise with new faces Jenny Ortega, Melissa Barrera , and Jack Quaid teaming up with legacy actors Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox , and David Arquette . Was it worth the wait? Did they make up for the missteps along the way? And how long can Scream continue? Plus, we've been cracking codes left and right, now will anyone be abl...

The guys are back to discuss the much-delayed, action spy thriller, The 355 starring Jessica Chastain, Lupita Nyong'o, Diane Kruger, and Penelope Cruz . What did the guys think of this new action flick? And does it have franchise potential? Plus, the guys have seen a ton of films in 2021, what have been the top 5 films they saw this year, and what was the bottom of the barrel films that they never...