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Mindset Movie Reviews

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🎬 Mindset Movie Reviews is a short-form podcast delivering honest, spoiler-aware reviews of films old and new. Each episode breaks down a single movie — what works, what doesn’t, and whether it’s worth your time — without hype, fanboy nonsense, or studio spin. Expect sharp commentary, thoughtful analysis, and the occasional hot take across classic cinema, modern releases, cult favourites, and forgotten gems. 🎙 New episodes released regularly ⭐ Clear ratings, straight opinions 🎥 Companion reviews available on YouTube and the website If you love movies but hate overblown reviews, this podcast...

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Chasing Liberty (2004) Review: Love, Lies, and European Escapades 25.04.2026 3:55

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Chasing Liberty (2004). Directed by Andy Cadiff, starring Mandy Moore, Matthew Goode, Mark Harmon, Stark Sands, and Tony Jayawardena. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.1/10 🎬 Genre: Romance and Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 111 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2004 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4jZBdYAIc0 Follow the podcas...

Whale Rider (2002) Review: Breaking Tradition with Grace 25.04.2026 3:29

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Whale Rider (2002). Directed by Niki Caro, starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, Rawiri Paratene, Vicky Haughton, Cliff Curtis, and Grant Roa. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.5/10 🎬 Genre: Drama and Family ⏱ Runtime: 101 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2003 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwcRcqRkKiU Follow the podcas...

Bring It On (2000) Review: Cheerleading Drama & Comedy Clash! 25.04.2026 3:47

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Bring It On (2000). Directed by Peyton Reed, starring Kirsten Dunst, Eliza Dushku, Jesse Bradford, Gabrielle Union, and Clare Kramer. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.2/10 🎬 Genre: Sport, Comedy, and Romance ⏱ Runtime: 98 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2000 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GBY31WEU28 Follow the...

The Girl Next Door (2004): A Teen Comedy with Unexpected Twists 25.04.2026 3:44

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Girl Next Door (2004). Directed by Luke Greenfield, starring Emile Hirsch, Elisha Cuthbert, Timothy Olyphant, James Remar, and Christopher Rodriguez Marquette. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Drama, Romance, and Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 109 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2004 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com...

Center Stage (2000) Review: Ballet Dreams & Drama Unveiled 25.04.2026 4:07

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Center Stage (2000). Directed by Nicholas Hytner, starring Amanda Schull, Ethan Stiefel, Sascha Radetsky, Christine Dunham, and Stephen Stout. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Drama, Romance, and Music ⏱ Runtime: 115 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2000 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JHZu6C2WDc F...

Tenet (2020) Review: Nolan's Time-Bending Espionage Thriller 24.04.2026 4:35

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Tenet (2020). Directed by Christopher Nolan, starring John David Washington, Robert Pattinson, Elizabeth Debicki, Juhan Ulfsak, and Jefferson Hall. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.3/10 🎬 Genre: Thriller, Sci-Fi, and Action ⏱ Runtime: 150 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2020 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQ6ut...

Drive Me Crazy (1999) Review: Teen Love & High School Shenanigans 24.04.2026 4:11

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Drive Me Crazy (1999). Directed by John Schultz, starring Melissa Joan Hart, Adrian Grenier, Stephen Collins, Mark Metcalf, and William Converse-Roberts. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.8/10 🎬 Genre: Drama, Comedy, and Romance ⏱ Runtime: 91 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1999 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6V...

The Killer (2024) Review: John Woo's Stylish Action Revival 24.04.2026 4:01

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Killer (2024). Directed by John Woo, starring Nathalie Emmanuel, Omar Sy, Sam Worthington, Diana Silvers, and Saïd Taghmaoui. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.7/10 🎬 Genre: Thriller, Crime, Drama, and Action ⏱ Runtime: 126 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2024 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoDHj9nVNX4 Follo...

Happiness (1998) Review: Dark Comedy's Unsettling Truths 24.04.2026 4:06

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Happiness (1998). Directed by Todd Solondz, starring Jane Adams, Jon Lovitz, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Dylan Baker, and Lara Flynn Boyle. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.7/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy and Drama ⏱ Runtime: 134 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1998 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-e0M9enHQY Follow the podcas...

Slanted (2025): A Bold Blend of Horror, Comedy, and Identity 24.04.2026 3:49

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Slanted (2025). Directed by Amy Wang, starring Shirley Chen, McKenna Grace, Amelie Zilber, Vivian Wu, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.8/10 🎬 Genre: Drama, Sci-Fi, Comedy, and Horror ⏱ Runtime: 104 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2026 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jq1NF1amkpM Follow...

The Requin (2022) Review: Sharks, Storms, and Strained Drama 23.04.2026 3:32

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Requin (2022). Directed by Le-Van Kiet, starring Alicia Silverstone, James Tupper, Deirdre O'Connell, Danny Chung, and Jennifer Mudge. ⭐ Rating: 1.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 2.6/10 🎬 Genre: Horror and Thriller ⏱ Runtime: 89 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2022 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=101tEUTpEhU Follow...

The Thomas Crown Affair (1999): A Stylish Heist with a Romantic Twist 23.04.2026 4:14

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Thomas Crown Affair (1999). Directed by John McTiernan, starring Pierce Brosnan, Rene Russo, Denis Leary, Ben Gazzara, and Frankie Faison. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.9/10 🎬 Genre: Romance, Crime, and Thriller ⏱ Runtime: 113 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1999 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GDXhgKhi6...

Reign Over Me (2007) Review: Friendship, Grief, and Healing 23.04.2026 3:28

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Reign Over Me (2007). Directed by Mike Binder, starring Adam Sandler, Don Cheadle, Jada Pinkett Smith, Liv Tyler, and Saffron Burrows. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.4/10 🎬 Genre: Drama ⏱ Runtime: 124 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2007 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1y3O2h02vGA Follow the podcast for more h...

Nostalgic Dive: 'Now and Then' (1995) - A Mixed Bag of Memories 23.04.2026 4:07

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Now and Then (1995). Directed by Lesli Linka Glatter, starring Christina Ricci, Demi Moore, Rosie O'Donnell, Thora Birch, and Melanie Griffith. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.8/10 🎬 Genre: Romance, Drama, and Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 102 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1995 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VArkWI...

Parents (1989) Review: Suburban Nightmares & Sinister Secrets 23.04.2026 3:49

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Parents (1989). Directed by Bob Balaban, starring Randy Quaid, Mary Beth Hurt, Sandy Dennis, Bryan Madorsky, and London Juno. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.1/10 🎬 Genre: Mystery, Horror, and Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 81 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1989 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PudNsMMuczY Follow the podcas...

Cobra (1986) Review: Stallone's Cult Classic of 80s Action Excess 22.04.2026 3:54

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Cobra (1986). Directed by George P. Cosmatos, starring Sylvester Stallone, Brigitte Nielsen, Reni Santoni, Andrew Robinson, and Brian Thompson. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.8/10 🎬 Genre: Thriller, Action, and Crime ⏱ Runtime: 87 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1986 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uawj3stKmdM...

Review: Daddy Day Camp (2007) - Cuba Gooding Jr., Lochlyn Munro, Richard Gant, Tamala Jones 22.04.2026 3:52

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Daddy Day Camp (2007). Directed by Fred Savage, starring Cuba Gooding Jr., Lochlyn Munro, Richard Gant, Tamala Jones, and Paul Rae. ⭐ Rating: 1.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 3.3/10 🎬 Genre: Family and Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 93 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2007 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81NsQiHLIm8 Follow the podcast fo...

Loser (2000) Review: Can Love Triumph Over College Chaos? 22.04.2026 3:35

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Loser (2000). Directed by Amy Heckerling, starring Jason Biggs, Mena Suvari, Zak Orth, Thomas Sadoski, and Jimmi Simpson. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.4/10 🎬 Genre: Romance and Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 98 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2000 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-exc-rNbdyI Follow the podcast for more ho...

Adventureland (2009) Review: A Nostalgic Ride Through Young Love 22.04.2026 3:46

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Adventureland (2009). Directed by Greg Mottola, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, Ryan Reynolds, Martin Starr, and Jack Gilpin. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.8/10 🎬 Genre: Drama, Comedy, and Romance ⏱ Runtime: 107 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2009 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KC4mvRVq6s Follow...

Vincent Price Shines in 'House on Haunted Hill' (1959) Review 22.04.2026 3:47

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at House on Haunted Hill (1959). Directed by William Castle, starring Vincent Price, Carol Ohmart, Richard Long, Alan Marshal, and Carolyn Craig. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Horror, Mystery, and Crime ⏱ Runtime: 75 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1959 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vitxmgJ5Poc F...

The Outfit (2022) Review: Tailoring Tension & Twists in Chicago 22.04.2026 4:13

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Outfit (2022). Directed by Graham Moore, starring Mark Rylance, Zoey Deutch, John Gumley-Mason, Stephen Knox, and Steve Chatfield. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.2/10 🎬 Genre: Thriller, Crime, Drama, and Mystery ⏱ Runtime: 105 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2022 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_KbKgIIdvw...

Let Him Go (2020) Review: A Gripping Tale of Loss and Redemption 22.04.2026 3:31

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Let Him Go (2020). Directed by Thomas Bezucha, starring Diane Lane, Kevin Costner, Kayli Carter, Ryan Bruce, and Otto Hornung. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Thriller, Drama, Western, and Crime ⏱ Runtime: 113 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2020 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEKoqJNsveY Follow...

Rock Opera Revelation: Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) Review 22.04.2026 3:58

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Jesus Christ Superstar (1973). Directed by Norman Jewison, starring Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman, Barry Dennen, and Bob Bingham. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.4/10 🎬 Genre: Musical, Drama, and History ⏱ Runtime: 106 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1973 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewAOK7a94dY...

Review: 40 Acres (2024) - Danielle Deadwyler, Michael Greyeyes, Kataem O'Connor 22.04.2026 4:04

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at 40 Acres (2024). Directed by R.T. Thorne, starring Danielle Deadwyler, Kataem O'Connor, Michael Greyeyes, Milcania Diaz-Rojas, and Leenah Robinson. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.5/10 🎬 Genre: Fantasy, Action, Drama, and Thriller ⏱ Runtime: 113 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2025 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/...

Dolly (2025) Review: A Twisted Horror Tale of Captivity 22.04.2026 3:39

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Dolly (2025). Directed by Rod Blackhurst, starring Fabianne Therese, Russ Tiller, Michalina Scorzelli, Kate Cobb, and Ethan Suplee. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.1/10 🎬 Genre: Horror ⏱ Runtime: 83 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2026 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4JpYim62u4 Follow the podcast for more hone...