First Time Pictures

On this week’s episode of First Time Pictures, we’re talking Fantastic Four – First Steps. Coming off the high of the new Superman reveal, we’re turning our attention to the MCU—and more specifically, the long-awaited return of Marvel’s First Family. As lifelong Marvel fans, we couldn’t not talk about the Fantastic Four finally getting their shot. We get into what makes this reboot so exciting, ho...

On this week’s episode of First Time Pictures , Anthony and Julian — two massive Superman fans — are beyond hyped as they sit down to talk about the brand-new 2025 Superman movie. From the cape to the casting, they dive into first impressions, what worked, what didn’t, and how it stacks up against past versions of the Man of Steel. Whether you’re a hardcore fan or just flying in for the popcorn, t...

On this week’s episode of First Time Pictures , we’re suiting up for Superman: The Movie (1978). With the 2025 Superman reboot on the horizon, we’re going back to where it all began. Julian, watching for the very first time, experiences the magic of Christopher Reeve’s Man of Steel—while Anthony, who’s seen it more times than he can count, revisits one of his all-time favorites.

On this week’s episode of First Time Pictures , we’re talking The Green Hornet (2011) This one’s iconic for Julian—and a first-time watch for Anthony. With both of us being huge Seth Rogen fans, we dive into his take on the superhero genre, the wild action scenes, Kato’s badassery, and whether this film deserves more credit than it gets.

This week, Julian and Anthony dive into the classic 1961 film A Raisin in the Sun . It’s Julian’s first time not only watching this powerful story but also experiencing a black-and-white film. Together, we unpack the themes of family, dreams, race, and identity through the lens of the Younger family's struggles. With honest reactions, fresh perspectives, and some cultural reflection, we explor...

This week, we dive into The Greatest Showman , the high-energy musical led by Hugh Jackman. Neither of us has much experience with musicals, so this was a new kind of watch. Julian has seen the film a few times and is a massive Zendaya fan, while it was Anthony’s first time seeing it. With our shared love for Hugh Jackman and a fresh perspective on the genre, we talk about what worked, what surpri...

This week, we’re diving into Superman/Batman: Public Enemies , the animated DC film that throws two of our favorite heroes into the heart of a political conspiracy. We’re both massive fans of Superman and Batman, but this was Julian’s first time watching, while Anthony grew up on these iconic animated series. With classic voice performances, explosive action, and that old-school DC vibe, we’re bre...

This week, we checked out My Life as a Zucchini (2016), a stop-motion animated film neither of us had seen before—but it came highly recommended by one of our listeners, so we had to give it a shot. With no prior expectations going in, we explore whether this heartfelt and visually unique film was worth the watch. Tune in to hear our thoughts on the story, animation style, and if this viewer pick...

This week, we're unraveling the twists and illusions of The Prestige , Christopher Nolan’s hidden gem masterpiece about obsession, sacrifice, and the dark side of magic. It’s Julian’s first time watching this mind-bending tale, and as a fan of magic, it was a thrilling ride. Anthony, on the other hand, has seen this film countless times and has made it a go-to recommendation for friends and fa...

In this episode, we dive into the 2008 sci-fi action film Jumper , a thrilling ride that pairs Hayden Christensen and Samuel L. Jackson in a high-stakes battle. Anthony has seen it before, but Julian is experiencing it for the first time. Both of us share an appreciation for Hayden and Sam, not just because of their incredible performances , but because we're huge Star Wars fans. Seeing Hayden Chr...

This week, we dive into Ghost Rider (2007), the supernatural Marvel film that introduced Nicolas Cage as the flame-headed antihero. For Julian, this movie is a nostalgic staple, a key part of his journey into the Marvel universe. Meanwhile, Anthony, a huge Marvel fan, is experiencing it for the first time—and with plenty of excitement. Join us as we discuss the wild action, over-the-top performanc...

In this episode, we dive into Millennium Actress , the breathtaking animated masterpiece from director Satoshi Kon. For Anthony, this is a beloved favorite, while Julian experiences it for the first time .Join us as we unravel the layers of this emotionally rich story and discuss why Millennium Actress remains a timeless gem in the world of animation.

Join Anthony and Julian as they embark on a hilarious and heated journey into the world of Ace Ventura: Pet Detective ! With wildly different takes on Jim Carrey’s comedy—Anthony thinks he’s a comedic genius, while Julian is a harsh critic—they watch the movie for the first time and debate every over-the-top moment. Will Anthony’s love for Carrey’s humor win Julian over, or will Julian’s skepticis...

On this episode, we’re talking about Shark Tale (2004). Julian grew up with this movie, but Anthony had never seen it—until now. So, was it a fun nostalgia trip or just a weird fever dream? Either way, we had a good time breaking it down.

Anthony and Julian dive into Madame Web (2024) for the first time. As two die-hard MCU fans—and even bigger Spider-Man fanboys—this movie was... an experience, to say the least. Tune in as we break down our thoughts, from the highs (if there were any) to the absolute lows

Anthony and Julian's first time watching Sonic the hedgehog 3. As long times fans of the franchise this was an awesome movie to watch in Dolby and get to talk about it. 0:00-4:45 Introduction , cast , crew 4:45-5:37 Sonic X 5:37-10:25 Our favorite Sonic content 10:25-49:12 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review 49:12 End/Next Episode Preview

Julian's first time watching Godzilla Minus One . As someone with very little experience with the Godzilla franchise , this was an epic movie to enter the world of Godzilla , and oh yeah we watched in in black and white .

Julian's first time watching the 2003 animated series , Star Wars : Clone wars . As avid Star Wars fans , this was a fun series to watch and talk about.

Anthony's First-time watching The Super Mario Bros. Movie , a movie based on the hit Nintendo game , Mario. As someone who wasn't raised in the world of Nintendo , Anthony was in for a huge culture shock !

Julian's First-time watching The Thing , a 1982 horror movie . As someone who choses to stay away from horror movies this was definitely a first time experience for sure !

Julian's First-time watching transformers the movie and comparing it to the 2024 transformers movie