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This week on First Time Pictures, Julian and Anthony continue their journey through the DC universe with Superman/Batman: Apocalypse. Fresh off seeing the new Supergirl movie, two massive DC fans go back to one of the most beloved animated DC films to see how this version of Kara stacks up. We dive into the clash between Superman's hope and Batman's distrust, debate whether Batman was actu...

This week on First Time Pictures , Julian and Anthony are joined by longtime family friend Benjamin Wadsworth for a special discussion on Supergirl . As massive DC fans, the three dive into one of the most important films of the new DC Universe. With James Gunn's Superman kicking off a brand-new era for DC, expectations couldn't have been higher for Supergirl's big-screen return. Did it live up to...

Pixar returns to one of its most beloved franchises with Toy Story 5 , bringing Woody, Buzz, Jessie, Forky, and the rest of the gang into a new adventure that explores what it means to stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. This latest installment introduces new challenges, new characters, and plenty of opportunities for humor, heart, and reflection as the toys once again find themselves facin...

This week on First Time Pictures, Julian and Anthony review Disclosure Day (2026), one of the most talked-about sci-fi films of the year. We break down the movie's biggest reveals, tense moments, surprising character decisions, and the questions that kept us thinking long after the credits rolled. Did Disclosure Day deliver a compelling look at how humanity would react to an earth-shattering r...

This week, Anthony and Julian dive into Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, the latest chapter in the Star Wars universe centered around one of the franchise’s most fascinating villains. As longtime Star Wars fans, the guys were excited to see where Maul’s story would go next, especially with Anthony recently making his way through Star Wars: The Clone Wars and gaining a deeper appreciation for the cha...

This week, Anthony and Julian step into the world of Masters of the Universe, a franchise that has entertained fans for decades through toys, cartoons, comics, and movies. Unlike many of the properties they've covered before, both hosts go into this one with almost no prior experience with the series, making for a fresh look at the world of Eternia, its heroes, and its villains. The guys break...

This week, Anthony and Julian celebrate the 40th episode of First Time Pictures by diving into The Wild Robot , a heartfelt animated adventure that surprised audiences with its emotional storytelling, beautiful animation, and powerful themes about family, belonging, and what it means to care for others. As two people who grew up in larger households, Anthony and Julian found plenty to connect with...

This week, Anthony and Julian jump into Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu , continuing the story of Din Djarin and Grogu on the big screen. As two longtime Star Wars fans, this made for a fun watch as the guys break down the action, the characters, and how the movie expands the world established in The Mandalorian series. They talk about the dynamic between Mando and Grogu, the connections to t...

This week, Anthony and Julian sit down to talk about Adaptation., the wildly creative film from director Spike Jonze starring Nicolas Cage in one of the most unique performances of his career. Anthony first saw the movie in film class and has considered it a favorite ever since, while Julian experiences the film for the very first time. Having already covered a few Nicolas Cage movies before, this...

This week, Anthony and Julian sit down to talk about The Smashing Machine, the film stars Dwayne Johnson — a very different kind of role than what audiences are used to. Julian grew up watching The Rock in WWE and followed him through his early movie career, while both go into this film completely blind, not knowing what to expect. That mix sets the tone for a fun breakdown as the guys talk throug...

This week, Anthony and Julian revisit The Princess Bride, a timeless blend of adventure, romance, and comedy — while paying tribute to director Rob Reiner and the lasting impact of his work. The guys break down what makes this film so endlessly rewatchable, from its unforgettable characters and quotable lines to the way it effortlessly balances humor and heart. They talk about the storytelling, th...

This week, Anthony and Julian jump into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a big, cosmic swing for the Mario franchise. Julian comes in as a lifelong fan who grew up playing the games, while Anthony brings a more skeptical take on Mario movies in general — setting up a fun clash of perspectives right from the start. The guys break down how the movie handles the Galaxy storyline, the visuals, the charac...

This week, Anthony and Julian take on Project Hail Mary, the new sci-fi adventure starring Ryan Gosling — and they go in almost completely blind. For the first time ever on First Time Pictures , the guys are joined by a guest: Benjamin Wadsworth, a longtime friend and actor known for shows like Deadly Class and Girl Meets World. With a mix of fresh perspectives and behind-the-scenes insight from s...

This week, Anthony and Julian wrap up their three-part journey through Middle-earth with The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King , the epic conclusion to one of the greatest trilogies ever made. After building through two films, everything comes together here — from massive, unforgettable battles to some of the most emotional character payoffs in the entire series. The guys break down the sc...

This week on First Time Pictures, we continue our Lord of the Rings series with The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. With the Fellowship broken, the story splits across Middle-earth as Frodo and Sam journey with Gollum, Aragorn leads the fight in Rohan, and war looms at Helm’s Deep. Julian watches The Two Towers for the first time, sharing fresh reactions, while Anthony brings deeper lore and bo...

This week, Anthony and Julian kick off a brand-new three-part series by diving into The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, the opening chapter of one of the most iconic trilogies ever made. Julian is watching the film for the very first time, while Anthony comes in fresh off recently reading all three of Tolkien’s books — a contrast that sets the tone for a fun and thoughtful breakdown...

This week, Anthony and Julian sit down to talk about the brand-new 2025 remake of  The Running Man , directed by  Edgar Wright  — a filmmaker Anthony absolutely loves, and one Julian isn’t all that familiar with. That mix sets the tone for a fun breakdown as the guys walk through Wright’s style, the big swings this movie takes, and how it stacks up against both the original novel and the 1987 Schw...

This week on  First Time Pictures , Anthony and Julian dive into the explosive 1987 sci-fi cult classic  The Running Man — all in preparation for the upcoming  2025 reboot . Neither of us had any idea what we were walking into, and that made this first-time watch even better. We break down the wild dystopian game-show premise, Arnold’s over-the-top one-liners, the larger-than-life stalkers, and wh...

This week, we’re tackling the internet’s favorite horror game franchise: Five Nights at Freddy’s . Julian, who was obsessed with the first game when it dropped, guides us through the wild lore, jump scares, and animatronic chaos. Anthony, on the other hand, has never touched a FNAF game — so watching him try to understand any of this is half the fun. Will Anthony survive the night? Tune in to find...

This week on First Time Pictures, we’re diving into John Carpenter’s 1978 classic — Halloween . As two big John Carpenter fans, we couldn’t wait to revisit the film that defined the slasher genre. But there’s a twist — Julian isn’t exactly a horror fan, and he reluctantly watched this one. From the chilling score to Michael Myers’ silent menace, we break down what makes Halloween such an enduring...

This week on First Time Pictures , Anthony and Julian dive into One Battle After Another — the intense, action-packed film starring Leonardo DiCaprio that’s had everyone talking. As massive Leonardo fans, we were hyped to see this one hit the big screen, and it did not disappoint. From the explosive opening to that jaw-dropping finale, we break down the movie’s craziest moments, the sharp performa...

On this week’s episode of First Time Pictures , we’re diving into Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle – Part 1: Akaza Returns . For both Anthony and Julian, this is a huge one. As massive anime fans who finished reading the manga over two years ago, the wait for this film has felt like forever. Now that the Infinity Castle arc finally makes its way to the big screen, we bre...

This week on First Time Pictures , Anthony and Julian dive into Ne Zha 2 —the Chinese blockbuster that has officially become the highest-grossing film of all time. Before stepping into the sequel, we watched the original Ne Zha for the very first time, and it left us buzzing with excitement to see where the story would go next. From the film’s dazzling mythology to its jaw-dropping visuals, we bre...

This week on First Time Pictures, Julian and Anthony—both die-hard Jamie Lee Curtis fans—finally dive into Freakier Friday (2025). Decades after Freaky Friday (2003), Tess and Anna (Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan) are back in this multigenerational body-swap whirlwind. With Anna’s daughter Harper and soon-to-be stepdaughter Lily thrown into the mix, the familiar magic collides with brand-new c...

This week on First Time Pictures , we’re teeing off with Happy Gilmore 2 ! Julian’s an unapologetic Adam Sandler fanatic, Anthony’s a comedy junkie, and together we’re breaking down every ridiculous swing, smack talk moment, and surprise cameo this sequel delivers We dive into the over-the-top gags, outrageous golf antics, and whether the follow-up lives up to the original’s legendary laughs. Grab...