Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope

🎙️ Welcome to the first episode of "Rest Stop Rambles"! Join hosts Zach Pope and Tyler Badilla as they embark on a wild journey through Arizona and beyond. In this debut episode, we're diving headfirst into the intriguing world of Arizona life, aliens, the paranormal, and more! We discuss where to eat in Arizona, travel to Arizona, and live life. 🌵 From the mysterious town of Jerome, Arizona, to...

Welcome to This Week in Geek Episode 86. On today's episode, Ren & Zach discuss all the upcoming Summer movies, from big blockbusters to what could be big surprises & hidden gems. What did you think about this upcoming blockbuster season? What movie (or movies) are you most excited to see on the big screen? Is there any movie you feel by fly under the radar?

BOY KILLS WORLD Movie Review: A Blood-Soaked Martial Arts Thriller Welcome to my review of the adrenaline-pumping martial arts extravaganza, "Boy Kills World"! Starring the enigmatic Bill Skarsgård as the titular Boy, this film takes us on a wild ride through a post-apocalyptic landscape of vengeance and mayhem. When Boy's family is brutally murdered by the ruthless matriarch Hilda Van Der Koy, pl...

Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver | Netflix Movie Review 🌌 In this latest installment of Zack Snyder's epic space opera, we delve deeper into the gripping saga that began with Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire. Join me as we explore the highs and lows of Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver, a film that promises action, drama, and intergalactic intrigue. 🚀 Synopsis: After the events of Par...

Abigail (2024) Movie Review Starring the awesome Melissa Barrera In this chilling new take on the vampire genre, "Abigail" delivers a spine-tingling tale of terror and suspense. When a group of criminals embarks on a risky mission to kidnap the daughter of an underworld tycoon, they anticipate an easy payday. However, what unfolds is far more sinister than they could have ever imagined. Directed b...

Movie Review: The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare 🎥 Join us for a wild ride through history with "The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare," starring an ensemble cast including Henry Cavill, Eiza González, Alan Ritchson, Alex Pettyfer, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Babs Olusanmokun, Henrique Zaga, Til Schweiger, Henry Golding, and Cary Elwes. 🌟 Synopsis: Based on recently declassified files of the British...

Welcome to This Week in Geek Episode 85. On today's episode, Ren & Zach discuss all the biggest news to come out of this week's CinemaCon: From studio presentations, to major announcements, surprises and everything in between. What did you think about this year's Cinemacon? What was your favourite presentation? What was your favourite announcement/trailer/news to come out of it. All that and more...

NEW VEGAS IS COMING BACK IN FALLOUT SEASON 2! 🎮 Welcome to Hot Mic Gaming Podcast! 🎙️ In our inaugural episode, join us as we dive deep into the Wasteland with a special Fallout spoiler review! From the latest Fallout show on Prime Video to the epic ending of New Vegas and everything in between, we're breaking it all down. ⚠️ Spoiler Alert: This episode contains major spoilers for the Fallout fra...

Challengers is a MASTERPIECE. This is my movie review for Challengers. Get ready to dive into the world of "Challengers," the 2024 American romantic sports drama that's taking audiences by storm. Directed by the talented Luca Guadagnino and written by Justin Kuritzkes, this film is a true masterpiece starring Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist. In "Challengers," we follow the story of Tashi Du...

Welcome to This Week in Geek Episode 84. On today's episode, Ren & Zach discuss the recent Fantastic Four news: from the Silver Surfer casting, new poster hinting at a different universe, Galactus being the villain & MORE.

Fallout TV Series Review: A Post-Apocalyptic Masterpiece! 🌆 Welcome back, wasteland wanderers! Today, we're diving into the highly anticipated Fallout TV series based on the legendary video game franchise. Strap in as we explore a world where the line between haves and have-nots is razor-thin, and the remnants of humanity navigate a chaotic, irradiated landscape. 200 years after the apocalypse, t...

🎬 A24 Civil War Movie Review: A Harrowing Journey through America's Collapse Join us for an in-depth review of the gripping A24 film set in a near-future America torn apart by a relentless civil war. In this intense narrative, a team of journalists led by the renowned war photojournalist Lee (Kirsten Dunst) and her colleague Joel (Wagner Moura) embarks on a perilous journey across the nation. As...

🎬 The Greatest Hits (2024) Movie Review: A Time-Traveling Tale of Music and Memories! 🎶Hey movie lovers! Today, I'm thrilled to bring you my review of the captivating new film "The Greatest Hits," hitting select theaters on April 5th and exclusively streaming on Hulu starting April 12th. Written and produced by the talented Ned Benson, "The Greatest Hits" follows the stor...

Welcome to This Week in Geek Episode 83. On today's episode, Ren & Zach reflect on having finally met for the first time in person last month, and share with each other & you what the most surprising things they learned about each other. Share with us yours favourite stories, moments & anything else from the show or anything else you'd like to know from our first ever meet up. All that and more so...

🎬 Monkey Man Movie Review | Action Drama | Dev Patel 🌟 Dive into the action-packed world of Monkey Man with our review of this intense and gripping film! Scar® nominee Dev Patel (Lion, Slumdog Millionaire) makes his mark in an astonishing directorial debut, delivering a tour-de-force action thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat. 🔥 Synopsis: Monkey Man follows Kid (Dev Patel), an...

Ranking the Monsterverse Films: From Godzilla (2014) to Godzilla x Kong The New Empire With the release of "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire," the Monsterverse franchise roars to life once again, bringing audiences the fifth installment in this epic saga of colossal creatures. Let's dive into the ranking of the Monsterverse films, from the groundbreaking beginnings to the latest showd...

Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 - Movie Review Welcome back to the Poohiverse Monsters Unleashed! Today, we're diving into the dark and twisted world of "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2," the highly-anticipated sequel in the Poohiverse series. Join me as we explore whether this installment lives up to the monstrous legacy of its predecessor. This is Zach Pope's movie review...

Welcome to the Ultimate Kaiju Showdown! This is my Godzilla x Kong The New Empire Movie Review! Get ready for an epic clash of titans in "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire," the thrilling continuation of Legendary Pictures' Monsterverse saga. Following the earth-shattering events of "Godzilla vs. Kong," this new adventure thrusts the mighty Kong and fearsome Godzilla into a b...

Road House Movie Review Prime Video Road House" starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Conor McGregor, and directed by Doug Liman: Get ready for a modern take on a classic tale of barroom brawls and justice served with a fist! In this review, we dive into the remake of 'Road House' starring the charismatic Jake Gyllenhaal as the legendary bouncer Dalton, alongside the surprising debut of Conor McG...

n today's episode, Ren & Zach look back on the 96th Academy Awards ceremony and discuss the awards, the winners, the musical numbers, the presentation & MORE to find out if this might just be the greatest Oscars ever. What are your thoughts on The Oscars this year? Were you a fan of all thew wins? What was your favourite moment of the evening? Share with us yours favourite stories, mom...

Welcome back to the world of mutants! In this video, I dive into the highly anticipated "Marvel's X-Men '97," the sequel series to the iconic "X-Men: The Animated Series." As a longtime fan of the original, I was eager to see how this new installment would continue the saga. "X-Men '97" takes us right back to where we left off, seamlessly picking up the st...

In this review, we dive into the frosty world of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," where the supernatural meets snow-covered landscapes. Join me as I unpack my mixed feelings about this film, where great fun clashes with a flurry of issues. Ghostbusters fans, get ready for an adventure unlike any other as our favorite paranormal investigators face a chilling new threat. From the exhilaratin...

Welcome to This Week in Geek Episode 81. On today's episode, Ren & Zach remember the legendary Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball, after his sudden passing. Ren & Zach discuss their thoughts on the artist, his work, and the impact he left on not only his fans across the world and across generations, but also his peers and his influence on how manga and stories are told What are you...

Welcome to This Week in Geek Episode 80 On today's episode, Ren & Zach go into spoiler detail about Dune Part 2, a film quickly cementing itself as a quintessential & generational sci-fi epic. Ren & Zach discuss the characters, the story, themes, direction, how it compares to Part One and MORE! What are your thoughts on Dune Part 2? How do you feel it compares to Part One? Are you...

Welcome to This Week in Geek Episode 79. Today's episode is all about the announcement of Deston Daniel Cretton being tapped to helm Lionsgate live-action Naruto movie, based on the iconic shonen manga by Masashi Kishimoto. Ren & Zach discuss the announcement, their thoughts on the anime, what hopes & fears they have for the adaptation, and what they hope to see in it. What are your th...