First Look, Final Word

I love every ape (movie) I see, from chimpan-a to chimpan-zee! Pete and Trevor took a ride to see Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, the latest instalment in the Ape franchise. Are the guys fans of the series? Is this the beginning of a sequel trilogy to a reboot trilogy? Is Andy Serkis the ape GOAT? Listen to find out in our official summer kick-off episode.  Intro (0:00) Our history with Planet...

BONUS EPISODE!! Could we let Star Wars Day just pass us by? Cha skrunee da pat, sleemo! In celebration of May the Fourth, we recorded a special episode with Ben and Delaney, some of the world’s preeminent Star Wars fans. We looked at Episode I - The Phantom Menace which is 25 (holy cow) years old and shared our immediate reactions to watching the movie. We also talked about our history with the fr...

New balls please! Is tennis sexy? Join Pete and Trevor as they go to see the new Luca Guadagnino (and Zendaya) film  Challengers to find out. On the way there we discuss the best sports moments in film and our history with Guadagnino as a filmmaker. Also this week is the return of the much loved game " Guess the Actor ". Listen in to the second half to hear our immediate spoiler-free rea...

Lines have been drawn, and the battle for this podcast has begun. Join Pete and Trevor on their trip to see Alex Garland’s latest film Civil War. Listen in to hear our immediate spoiler-free reactions after having just left the theatre, before getting into spoiler-talk. On the way to the theatre, we talk about our history with Garland and share our favourite dystopian movies. Intro (0:00) History...

It’s a creature double feature! Pete and Trevor double up their fun with a trip to see Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (that’s a lot of empires). Along the way they discuss their history with both franchises, as well as share what their favourite movie monsters are. Join in for spoiler-free instant reactions as soon as they leave the theatre (followed by spoiler tal...

Join Pete and Trevor as they delve into the cosmic adventure of Adam Sandler's latest flick, "Spaceman." From stellar performances to intergalactic thrills, they break down what makes this dramatic departure a must-watch. Along the way, they reminisce about their all-time favourite Adam Sandler classics, debating the merits of "Happy Gilmore" versus "Punch-Drunk Love.&...

The long wait is finally over - Dune: Part Two is here! Pete, Trevor, and special guest Justin, ride Shai-Hulud to see a fan sneak peak of the second instalment of Denis Villeneuve’s epic fantasy saga. Along the way, they play “The Great Dune Recast Draft”, where they attempt to recast these nearly perfectly cast films with their own choices. They also ask each other what their most wished sequel...

Heeeeeere’s Pete…and Trevor, driving along to see Stanley Kubrick’s 1980 masterwork ‘The Shining’. Along the way, the guys share their history with Kubrick, as well as make their very early Oscar picks. Does The Shining hit harder when seen on the big screen? And is it the best book adaptation ever made? 

Argylle has arrived, bringing a star studded cast and a meta-twist on the well worn spy genre. Join Pete and Trevor on their trip to see Matthew Vaughn’s first non-Kingsman movie since 2011. In addition to giving their immediate reactions to Argyll, they also discuss their favourite non-Bond spy movies.  Introduction and history with Matthew Vaughn (0:00) What have you been watching lately? (8:25)...

With friends like these who needs enemies? Join Pete and Trevor as we dock with I.S.S., a new space thriller from Gabriela Cowperthwaite, and provide our immediate reactions to the film after leaving the theatre. We also talk about our favourite movies about “frenemies”. Strap on your space diaper and have a listen! Intro (0:00) Feedback from best fight scenes without guns or superpowers (3:48) Fa...

Ladies and gentlemen, brace yourselves for a slam-tastic, yet quite somber, episode. Join us for a ringside chat on our drive to see The Iron Claw, A24’s new release detailing the lives and many tragedies of wrestling’s infamous Von Erich family. On the drive there we also discuss our favourite fight scenes in film history before providing our immediate reactions to the film after leaving the thea...

Dive deep into a wet and wild adventure as Pete and Trevor brave the seas to watch ‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’. Come along for our ride to the movie where we discuss our favourite alternative Christmas films. Then get our spoiler free reactions to James Wan’s latest blockbuster after immediately leaving the theatre. Intro (0:10)   Feedback on Best Animated Film of All Time (2:25)   What is your...

Dive into the enchanting world of "The Boy and the Heron" by Hayao Miyazaki with our latest podcast! In the first half, we share pre-movie expectations, followed by a captivating post-viewing discussion recorded on the way home. Experience the magic of Miyazaki's career capping masterpiece!  Background (0:30) What are you watching lately? (2:03) What is the greatest animated film of...

Napoleon conquered most of Europe, but can he conquer the box office? Come along for the ride as Trevor and Pete see Ridley Scott’s new historical epic. First half is spoiler-free. Email us at firstlookfinalwordpod@gmail.com Check out our Instagram page for updates ⁠⁠@firstlookfinalword ⁠

Join Trevor and Pete on their trip to see The Marvels,  the MCU’s latest instalment. Have we reached a turning point in Marvel’s grip on the entertainment industry? Get the guys’ instant reaction after having left the theatre.  Email us at firstlookfinalwordpod@gmail.com Check out our Instagram page for updates ⁠⁠@firstlookfinalword ⁠

Join us on our very first attempt at this thing called Podcasting. Trevor and Pete take to the road to go see Martin Scorsese's new behemoth movie. Find out if the guys are fans of Scorsese's stuff, if they like the movie, and more importantly, when is the best time to go pee?! Email us at firstlookfinalwordpod@gmail.com Check out our Instagram page for updates ⁠@firstlookfinalword ⁠