Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope

Leviticus interview — I sat down with director Adrian Chiarella and stars Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen to talk about their terrifying, emotional queer horror film. In this interview, I speak with Adrian Chiarella, Joe Bird, and Stacy Clausen about Leviticus , a new supernatural horror film from NEON. The film follows Naim , played by Joe Bird, and Ryan , played by Stacy Clausen, two teenage boys in...

The Furious interview — Joe Taslim and director Kenji Tanigaki break down the making of one of the most intense martial arts action movies of the year. In this interview, I sit down with Joe Taslim and Kenji Tanigaki to discuss The Furious, the brand-new martial arts action film from Lionsgate. Directed by Tanigaki and starring Xie Miao / Mo Tse, Joe Taslim, Yang Enyou, Brian Le, Joey Iwanaga, Jee...

On this episode, Zach Pope reviews Marvel’s The Punisher: One Last Kill, the brand-new Jon Bernthal-led Punisher special that brings Frank Castle back in raw, brutal, and emotional fashion. Zach breaks down why this feels like a Punisher MAX comic brought to life, how the special explores Frank Castle’s grief, PTSD, and violent sense of justice, and why Jon Bernthal continues to be the definitive...

Zach reviews Obsession (2026), the new horror film from director Curry Barker. Centered on a hopeless romantic whose wish for love turns into a nightmare, the movie explores obsession, desire, and dark consequences. Zach explains why he believes Obsession is one of the best horror films of the year and a true modern horror standout.

this review, I’m talking about The Devil Wears Prada 2 , the long-awaited sequel to one of the most beloved fashion films of the 2000s — and somehow… I think it’s better than the original . 🔔 SUBSCRIBE: https://youtube.com/@ZachPopeReviews Following the iconic legacy of The Devil Wears Prada , this sequel returns to the world of high fashion, ambition, power, and impossible standards. With return...

Zach counts down his 10 most anticipated summer movies of 2026. Featuring major titles like Spider-Man: Brand New Day , Toy Story 5 , The Backrooms , Supergirl , The Mandalorian and Grogu , and more, Zach breaks down why this summer movie season could be one of the biggest in years.

Zach reviews Michael (2026), the new Michael Jackson biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson. Zach discusses the performances, musical recreations, emotional beats, and why he believes the harsh critic response may be overblown. While not a great film, Zach explains why it’s still a solid and worthwhile watch.

Zach reviews Normal (2026), a neo-western crime film starring Bob Odenkirk and directed by Ben Wheatley. The story follows a substitute sheriff uncovering dark secrets in a small Midwestern town after a botched bank robbery. With a tone reminiscent of Hot Fuzz , Zach breaks down why this weird, energetic film ends up being such a fun and unexpected watch.

Zach reviews Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair , the revival mini-series bringing back the iconic sitcom. He breaks down whether the show captures the magic of the original, how the returning cast performs, and whether this nostalgic comeback is actually worth watching.

Zach reviews You, Me & Tuscany (2026), a romantic comedy starring Halle Bailey, Lorenzo de Moor, Regé-Jean Page, and Isabella Ferrari. Directed by Kat Coiro and produced by Will Packer, the film follows Anna as she travels to Tuscany and navigates unexpected romance, lies, and comedic chaos. While it’s predictably cheesy at times, Zach explains why this modern rom-com works as a sweet, feel-go...

The Boys Season 5 is here and as the FINAL season, this show delivers one of its darkest, most emotional, and most intense chapters yet… and honestly, it’s almost perfect. Created by Eric Kripke and based on the comic by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, The Boys has been one of the most brutal and thought-provoking superhero series on Amazon Prime Video — and Season 5 raises the stakes higher tha...

🎬 After the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and now Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Nintendo is clearly building something BIG on the big screen. In today’s video, I’m breaking down 10 Nintendo games that NEED movie adaptations, whether it’s for their storytelling, world-building, or just how perfect they’d be for a cinematic experience. From iconic franchises like The Legend of Zelda, Metroid,...

Zach reviews The Drama , the latest A24 film from director Kristoffer Borgli starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. What starts as a seemingly typical romantic story quickly turns into something far more unsettling and bizarre. Zach breaks down the film’s shocking twist, its deconstruction of the rom-com genre, and why — despite being a total WTF experience — it ended up being one of his most fasc...

The Mario universe expands to the stars in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie—but does this sequel truly evolve the franchise, or does it play things a little too safe? In this review, I break down my full thoughts on the latest Nintendo/Illumination adventure, starring Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, and Jack Black returning as Bowser. With the introductio...

They Will Kill You is one of the most INSANE and blood-soaked rides of the year… and I had an absolute blast with it. This is my Movie Review for THEY WILL KILL YOU Starring Zazie Beetz, Myha’La, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette. Directed by Kirill Sokolov and written by Sokolov & Alex Litvak, the film is produced by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti and Dan...

🔥 Daredevil is BACK… and it’s almost perfect. 🔥 In my full review of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, I break down why this season finally captures the tone, grit, and storytelling that made the original series so iconic. After a slower start, Season 2 delivers HARD with intense action, emotional character arcs, and some of the best fight choreography we’ve seen in the MCU. This is the closest we...

Zach reviews Ready or Not: Here I Come , the long-awaited sequel to the 2019 horror hit. While the film delivers bigger action, more gore, and expands the world beyond the original, it doesn’t quite capture the same magic. Zach breaks down what works, what falls short, and why this sequel ends up being good — but ultimately a bit disappointing.

Zach reviews Season 4 of Invincible , the hit animated superhero series from Amazon Prime Video based on Robert Kirkman’s comic. The new season raises the stakes with bigger action, deeper emotional storytelling, and major developments for Mark Grayson and the world around him. Zach breaks down why Season 4 might be the best season of the series so far and how the show continues to push the bounda...

Oscar Winners Reaction 2026SINNERS and One Battle After Another dominates the night! Sinners takesBest Actor, Original Screenplay, Score, and Cinematography, while Paul Thomas Anderson finally wins Best Director for One Battle After Another, and the night delivered plenty of surprises across the board! This is my 2026 Oscar winners live reaction. Zach Pope dives into the dazzling highs, emotional...

In this episode, Zach reviews Reminders of Him, the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel. While the movie definitely leans into the cliché and cheesy side of romantic dramas, it ends up being one of the better Colleen Hoover adaptations so far. Zach breaks down the performances, emotional moments that had the audience reacting in big ways, and why these adaptations are starting to...

I review Undertone , the newest horror film from A24. Instead of relying on traditional scares, the movie builds tension through atmosphere, haunting sound design, and psychological dread. I break down what makes the film so unsettling, why its approach to horror works so well, and whether it stands among the stronger horror releases of the year.

I review Project Hail Mary , the ambitious new science fiction film based on Andy Weir’s bestselling novel. Starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the movie blends huge sci-fi ideas with emotional storytelling and humor. I break down why the film works so well, why Gosling delivers such a strong performance, and why I believe Project Hail Mary is an instant sci-fi...

I review Season 2 of the Netflix live-action adaptation of One Piece. After a hugely successful first season, the series returns with bigger adventures, new characters, and the next stage of Luffy’s journey toward becoming the King of the Pirates. I break down how Season 2 expands the world, how faithful it remains to Eiichiro Oda’s original manga and anime, and why it continues to stand out as on...

I deliver my final predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards. After months of awards season campaigning, festival buzz, critics awards, and guild results, I break down who I think will ultimately win the biggest categories at the Oscars this year. From Best Picture and Best Director to the acting races, these are my official predictions heading into Hollywood’s biggest night.

I rank every original Pixar movie from worst to best , focusing only on Pixar’s original storytelling and leaving out the sequels. From the groundbreaking success of Toy Story to emotional masterpieces like Coco and Soul, and the studio’s newest originals like Elio and Hoppers, Pixar has consistently pushed the boundaries of animation and storytelling. I break down which films still stand as Pixar...