"Keeping it Reel" with FilmGordon

This week on the BIG show, after a one-year delay, the 24th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Black Widow is out in theaters and on Disney+. Also, trailer for the next series, What if dropped as we prepare for the final episode of Loki coming later this week. We have a panel of film critics, past and present, that will discuss the continued evolution of the MCU and their various propert...

This week on the latest episode of THE BIG SHOW, it's the Fourth of July Holiday weekend and we have officially reached the midpoint of 2021. Show correspondent and BlackFilmandTV critic Wilson Morales will join co-host Charles Kirkland, Jr. and Tim Gordon. We'll discuss Bill Cosby being released from prison, and Lovecraft Country will not be back for a second season. Opening in theaters and on st...

On the latest episode of Reel Reviews, film critics Julian Lytle and Charles Kirkland, Jr. join me to discuss the ninth film in the Fast Saga, F9. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support .

This week on the latest episode of the BIG show, it’s the final week of Black History Month and we’ll go out with a bang as we review Mary J. Blige: My Life and preview the upcoming Questlove doc, Summer of Soul. We’ll also talk about the latest installment from the Fast Saga, F9. Returning to the show is film and music critic, Julian Lytle, plus BlackfilmandTV.com’s Wilson Morales will join Charl...

This week on the BIG show, it's Black Music Month and Charles Kirkland, Jr. and I spotlight Quincy Jones on his groundbreaking career. Plus, we discuss four new releases, Rita Moreno: The Girl Who Decided to Go For It, Fatherhood, The Hitman's Wife Bodyguard, and Luca. We'll have all that and more on this special Juneteenth Episode 459 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon. Become a supporter of this...

On the latest episode of Conversations, YouTube celebrity, television presenter, and food critic, Daymon Scott “Daym” Patterson, better known as Daym Drops, sits down with me to discuss his Netflix series, Fresh Fried and Crispy. We'll have all of that and more on the latest episode of Conversations. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgord...

This week on the BIG show, It's Black Music Month and we'll salute Stevie Wonder. Plus, In the Heights, Lupin, Loki premiered this week, Charles Kirkland will join me to discuss these and other issues in the entertainment industry. We'll have all that and more on Episode 458 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with...

This week on the BIG show, Summer has arrived and we'll take a look at the movies that hopefully will get people back in theaters this season. Wilson Morales and Charles Kirkland will join me to discuss some of the most intriguing films of the Summer of '21. We'll have all that and more on Episode 457 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/...

This week on the BIG show, this week we lost one of the most influential comics of my lifetime when Paul Mooney died earlier this week. We'll discuss his tremendous impact and celebrate his legacy. Plus, Amazon is currently negotiating with MGM to acquire the legendary catalog of this studio. How will change the landscape of the streaming wars? We'll have all that and more on Episode 456 of Keepin...

On this special episode of the BIG show, we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of one of the most important and influential albums of all time, Marvin Gaye's landmark release, What's Going On. Over the course of the show, we'll discuss this classic masterwork with two music veterans, B.K. Kirland and Maxx Myrick. Charles Kirkland, Jr. joins us for a discussion on this timeless album. We'll have all th...

Two of the co-stars of the upcoming zombie apocalyptic heist film, Army of the Dead, Omari Hardwick, and Matthias Schweighöfer sit down with me to discuss their participation in Zack Snyder's highly anticipated film. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support .

On the latest episode of the BIG show, the month of May has very food-based observations, so we combined them into today's show which will spotlight the Top Ten Food Movies. Joining me will be film critics Wilson Morales of BlackfilmandTV and Charles Kirkland, Jr. of DC Film Life. We'll have all that and more on Episode 454 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon. Become a supporter of this podcast: ht...

Celebrated writer, director, and producer Mario Van Peebles sits down with us to discuss the re-release of his father's landmark debut film, The Story of A Three-Day Pass. Van Peebles shares his thoughts on a multitude of issues as well as his father's legendary achievements on the latest episode of Conversations Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-...

A cold and mysterious man gets a job at a cash truck company, but unbeknownst to his colleagues, he has a darker agenda on his mind in the action thriller, Wrath of Man. Based on the 2004 French film, Cash Truck, this film marks the fourth collaboration between director Guy Ritchie and Jason Statham. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgord...

In an alternate world, two generations of superheroes grapple with the past and future in the upcoming Netflix series, Jupiter’s Legacy. The multi-story series follows the world's first superheroes, who received their powers in the 1930s. In the present day, they are the revered elder guard, but their superpowered children struggle to live up to the legendary feats of their parents. Become a suppo...

After a Black soldier is recommended for a promotion, he spends the weekend with a young French woman in “The Story of A Three-Day Pass.” The re-release of the directorial debut from revolutionary filmmaker, Melvin Van Peebles, who also wrote the black-and-white film based on a novel he wrote in French, La Permission. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-...

This week on the latest episode of the BIG show, we recap Sunday's Academy Awards as well as spotlight the 30th Anniversary, A Rage in Harlem. We will be joined by film critic, Sharronda Williams of Pay or Wait, show contributor and critic, Wilson Morales, and co-host and critic, Charles Kirkland, Jr. We'll have all of that and more on Episode 453 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon. Become a suppo...

A dysfunctional family winds up saving the Earth from a robot uprising while on a road trip in the amusing and tender animated sci-fi comedy, The Mitchells vs. The Machines. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgordon--4671407/support .

Yasuke is an upcoming original net animation series loosely based on the historical figure of the same name, a warrior of African descent who served under Japanese daimyo Oda Nobunaga during the Sengoku period of samurai conflict in 16th century Japan. Created by LeSean Thomas and animated by Japanese animation studio MAPPA, the series stars LaKeith Stanfield as the title character. Become a suppo...

When a decorated Navy Seal is targeted by a group of foreign agents, he fights back with a vengeance in the rousing action thriller, Tom Clancy's Without Remorse. The film is directed by Stefano Sollima and written by Taylor Sheridan and Will Staples. It is based on the 1993 novel of the same name by Tom Clancy and a spin-off of the Jack Ryan film series. The film stars Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Be...

This week on the latest episode of the BIG show, the longest awards season comes to an end with the 93rd Annual Academy Awards this Sunday night. We invited two Gold Derby Oscarologists, Susan Wloszczyna, and Wilson Morales to give their picks, plus two-time Oscar winner Russell Williams II will join us to break down this weekend's big night. We'll have all of that and more on Episode 452 of Keepi...

Mortal Kombat is a martial arts fantasy film that focuses on MMA fighter Cole Young who seeks out Earth's greatest champions to stand against the enemies of Outworld in a high stakes battle for the universe. Directed by Simon McQuoid, in his feature directorial debut, from a screenplay by Greg Russo and Dave Callaham and a story by Oren Uziel and Russo, the film is based on the video game franchis...

Stowaway is a science fiction thriller film, which follows the crew of a spaceship headed to Mars and discovers an accidental stowaway shortly after takeoff. Written by Joe Penna and Ryan Morrison and directed by Penna. The film stars Anna Kendrick, Daniel Dae Kim, Shamier Anderson and Toni Collette. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/keeping-it-reel-with-filmgord...

This week on a special edition of the BIG show, we celebrate the life and legacy of one of the most talented singers, songwriters, producers, actors, cultural phenomenon, and master showman, Prince. Co-host Charles Kirkland and I invited two members of the "Purple Family," Rodney Fitzgerald, and Taunja Pegues to share their memories of over four decades of loving ALL things of his "Purple Badness....

This week on the BIG show, we remember the life and legacy of Earl Simmons, professionally known as DMX. Music critic, Julian Lytle will join us to discuss DMX’s career and music as we salute Darkman X’s short but impactful life. Plus, BlackFilmandTV's Wilson Morales will join us to give us the rundown on the week in film and we’ll have all that and more on Episode 450 of Keeping It Reel with Film...