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In this bonus episode, Nathan makes a list of the 5 actors he considers to be the most underrated and underappreciated in Hollywood.  Do you agree with his list? Who else do you think deserves more love from Hollywood these days?

We're not done with the discourse on this film yet. So Phoenix invited on Kolby Mac of the KolbyToldMe podcast to break down all the grievances that people have with Malcolm and Marie. The two break down the screenplay, cinematography, and psychology of the film while also tearing down the Hollywood concept of a "black film". It's an incredible conversation to behold on this special episode of Fil...

The guys are back to discuss not one, but TWO new 2021 releases. It's a DOUBLE FEATURE episode of Film Code as the guys review two Netflix originals, "The Dig" starring Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan, and "Malcolm and Marie" starring John David Washington and Zendaya directed by Sam Levinson. How will the guys feel about these two very different films? And the guys give their belated Super Bowl...

It's Halloween in Westview. It's also the late 90s, and it's also getting really scary. The guys break down this week's episode. The theories are getting a bit elaborate now, and will there be a season 2? Find out all that and more on this week's special episode of Film Code!

This week we've got a special guest joining Film Code to talk all things movies and social media. It's popular Tik Tokker Dillon. Av of CinemaNation . The guys discuss cinema classics, favorite films, and what on earth is Marvel going to do about Black Panther 2 . All that and more on this special episode of Film Code !

This week, the guys get to watch their first 2021 release with The Little Things starring Denzel Washington, Rami Malek, and Jared Leto. Plus the guys discuss what their top 5 best biopics of all time are. Also, after Phoenix's tricky codeword, Nick tries to get his revenge with his codeword this week. Will he be successful? Find out all that and more on this week's episode of Film Code !

Episode 5 of WandaVision has the guys wrapped up in the craziest theories yet. Magneto. Mephisto. S.W.O.R.D. Agnes. X-Men. Mutants. Fantastic Four , you name it, the guys discuss it "On This Very Special Episode" of Film Code .

The guys have all finally gotten around to seeing Promising Young Woman starring Carey Mulligan, Bo Burnham, Laverne Cox, and Allison Brie. What did they think of this new twist on the revenge thriller? Plus, the casting series returns for its next installment. The Most Perfect Casting Decisions of 2016 - 2018 . What movies and performances stood out amongst the team? And the codeword drought is b...

WandaVision presented us with so many questions and now we finally have some answers...and even more questions. Old theories have been explained away, but new theories have arrived. Who was right? Who was wrong? What the hell happened to the beekeeper? Listen to this open spoiler discussion on the weekly Marvel series that has us all talking.

The guys received an early screening of the new film by Lee Isaac Chung called Minari and they give their spoiler-free reviews of the film due out on February 12th. Plus, the guys also review the new film released on Amazon Prime directed by Academy Award winner, Regina King . It's One Night In Miami starring Eli Goree, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Leslie Odom Jr., and Aldis Hodge. What will the guys think...

We're diving into the third episode of WandaVision and we definitely have more questions than answers. The guys break down everything they like about the third episode and the theories they have for where this story is going. We're definitely more intrigued as the series goes on. Find out what we think on this weekly breakdown of WandaVision on Film Code !

Now that we've seen the latest release from the DCEU, Nathan and KJ take some time to rank all 9 of the movies in the DC Comics Extended Universe. What will top their lists? Who will have the hottest takes? Who loves Batfleck more? Find out all that and more on this bonus episode of Film Code !

It's a full crew with special guest KJ joining in on the fun in this packed episode discussing the latest Netflix release, Pieces of a Woman starring Vannesa Kirby, Shia Lebouf, and Ellen Burstyn. What did the guys think of this powerful drama? Plus, they each break down what has been some of their best and worst theater experiences of all time. You'll want to tune in for these hilarious stories....

It's 2021 and we're finally getting some brand new MCU content. Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe kicks off with the new Disney+ show, WandaVision starring Elizabeth Olson and Paul Bettany . The guys are officially doing weekly recaps of every episode throughout the season. Here they dive into the first two episodes and give their conspiracy theories and where the show fits into the greater...

Christmas Day had more than one offering and the guys are finally revealing their takes on the other film that dropped that day, the latest film in the DCEU, Wonder Woman 1984 starring Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Kristen Wiig, and Pedro Pascal. What did the guys think of this anticipated sequel? Plus, now that the new year is in high gear, the guys reveal their most anticipated films of 2021. And Natha...

Let's talk some Star Wars shall we? Nathan and Brandon come together to discuss the biggest television series of 2020, the second season of The Mandalorian. It was full of excitement and surprises and they've got a lot to say about everything that happened. Listen to their breakdown of one of the best things that's happened inside the Star Wars universe.

IT'S FINALLY A NEW YEAR! But we can't get enough of one movie that hit us right where it was supposed to. Pixar's Soul dropped on Disney+ on Christmas Day and the guys had a chance to watch it, and can't wait to share their thoughts with you. Plus, the guys look back on 2020 and decide what the top 5 biggest surprises and disappointments were in the world of film. And can anyone stop Nathan's win...

The guys are back with special guest KJ Russell to talk about one of the most anticipated films of the year, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom starring Viola Davis , and the last performance from the late Chadwick Boseman . What did the guys think of this Netflix adaptation of the August Wilson stage play? Plus the guys tell us which films they saw for the first time this year and which ones stood out. And...

Happy Holidays from all of us at Film Code and thanks for being with us for this year! The guys have pulled out the eggnog and ugly sweaters for this one as they're reviewing two major holiday releases and one classic holiday film all in one episode. Plus, Nathan has taken back the lead in cracking the code but will he be able to expand his lead this week? It's a jam-packed holiday extravaganza th...

The guys are back to discuss one of the more highly anticipated releases this year from acclaimed director, David Fincher . We're reviewing Mank starring Gary Oldman and Amanda Seyfried. What did the guys think of this throwback Hollywood tale about the writer of Citizen Kane ? Plus, HUGE news in the world of film potentially changing the landscape as we know it when Warner Bros made an earth-shat...

Filled up on Thanksgiving Turkey and gearing up for the Holidays, The guys return to talk about one of the biggest releases of the year, Hillbilly Elegy starring Amy Adams and Glenn Close . What did they think about this J.D. Vance adaptation from Ron Howard ? Plus, after Nathan's bonus episode Netflix rankings, the other guys wanted to do one of their own, and see what films top their lists. Also...

In this exclusive interview, Nathan and Nick sat down with one of the writers of the popular film Twitter site, Discussing Film . They talk with Yas about everything from her work at Discussing Film, the life and work of a screenwriter, the work she'd like to produce, and her most anticipated films in the coming years, and plenty more. It's an excellent discussion into the insights of every aspect...

The guys can't move on to through the holiday season just yet until they get one last fill of horror. On the menu this week, Netflix's new immigrant ghost story, His House. How will the guys feel about this horror thriller? Plus, it's time to finish up the spinning wheel as the guys discuss the 9 films left in the Marvel Cinematic Universe . Prepare for some hot takes indeed. And it's been spotty...

Nathan Pigg returns with another solo episode, this time discussing his rankings of the best Netflix Original Movies . What will top the list? Will it be The Irishman ? I'm Thinking of Ending Things ? Dolemite Is My Name ? Hubie Halloween ?? One can only guess unless you check out this latest bonus episode from Film Code !

This week the guys go back to 2015 and discuss the Best Picture Winner of that year, Spotlight starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, and Leiv Schrieber. How did the guys feel about this film and where do they rank it among the best picture winners of the decade? Also, a return to the discussion on the best casting decisions of 2013 - 2015. Plus, will anyone be able to crack Nick's codeword? All t...