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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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Wuthering Heights (2026) Review: A Bold, Modern Gothic Romance 16.03.2026 3:54

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Wuthering Heights (2026). Directed by Emerald Fennell, starring Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi, Hong Chau, Shazad Latif, and Alison Oliver. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.3/10 🎬 Genre: Drama and Romance ⏱ Runtime: 136 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2026 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6VOO-Xl9bs Follow the podc...

Kinds of Kindness (2024): A Darkly Humorous Cinematic Puzzle 16.03.2026 3:59

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Kinds of Kindness (2024). Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, starring Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe, Yorgos Stefanakos, and Margaret Qualley. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.4/10 🎬 Genre: Horror, Comedy, and Drama ⏱ Runtime: 164 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2024 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne2l0WVu8...

The Dreadful (2026) Review: Gothic Horror or Missed Potential? 16.03.2026 3:38

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Dreadful (2026). Directed by Natasha Kermani, starring Sophie Turner, Kit Harington, Marcia Gay Harden, Laurence O'Fuarain, and Catherine McDonough. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 3.8/10 🎬 Genre: Horror and Thriller ⏱ Runtime: 94 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2026 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfTm3...

The Delinquents (2023): A Heist, Humor, and Heartfelt Drama 16.03.2026 3:59

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Delinquents (2023). Directed by Rodrigo Moreno, starring Daniel Elías, Esteban Bigliardi, Margarita Molfino, Germán De Silva, and Dima Lavrutov. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy, Crime, and Drama ⏱ Runtime: 189 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2023 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVCv6c-Z...

Artistic Chaos: Navigating Life's Drama in 'Showing Up' (2022) 16.03.2026 3:59

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Showing Up (2022). Directed by Kelly Reichardt, starring Michelle Williams, Hong Chau, André 3000, Todd-O-Phonic Todd, and Lauren Lakis. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.3/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy and Drama ⏱ Runtime: 107 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2023 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13TVTbQzKUQ Follow the podca...

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair (2006) - A Tarantino Masterpiece 16.03.2026 3:57

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair (2006). Directed by Quentin Tarantino, starring Uma Thurman, Lucy Liu, Vivica A. Fox, Michael Madsen, and Daryl Hannah. ⭐ Rating: 5.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 8.8/10 🎬 Genre: Thriller, Action, and Crime ⏱ Runtime: 253 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2025 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...

The Astronaut (2025) Review: A Cosmic Thriller That Falls Short 16.03.2026 4:14

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Astronaut (2025). Directed by Jess Varley, starring Kate Mara, Laurence Fishburne, Gabriel Luna, Ivana Milicevic, and Macy Gray. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 4.8/10 🎬 Genre: Sci-Fi, Thriller, and Horror ⏱ Runtime: 90 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2025 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYWMBi8UKAw Follow th...

Fresh (2022) Review: A Twisted Tale of Love and Cannibalism 16.03.2026 4:15

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Fresh (2022). Directed by Mimi Cave, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Sebastian Stan, Jojo T. Gibbs, Andrea Bang, and Dayo Okeniyi. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy, Romance, Horror, and Thriller ⏱ Runtime: 114 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2022 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtoTeCL3Zmw Follo...

Wes Anderson's Whimsical Take on Henry Sugar (2023) Review 16.03.2026 3:49

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023). Directed by Wes Anderson, starring Ralph Fiennes, Benedict Cumberbatch, Dev Patel, Ben Kingsley, and Richard Ayoade. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.4/10 🎬 Genre: Adventure, Short, Comedy, and Drama ⏱ Runtime: 40 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2023 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube...

Scary Movie 3 (2003) Review: Laughs & Flaws in a Parody Mix 16.03.2026 3:22

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Scary Movie 3 (2003). Directed by David Zucker, starring Anna Faris, Charlie Sheen, Regina Hall, Pamela Anderson, and Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg. ⭐ Rating: 2.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.6/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 84 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2003 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xyoM6leCzg Follow the podcast fo...

We Bury the Dead (2024) Review: A Haunting Tale of Love & Loss 16.03.2026 4:19

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at We Bury the Dead (2024). Directed by Zak Hilditch, starring Daisy Ridley, Brenton Thwaites, Mark Coles Smith, Matt Whelan, and Chloe Hurst. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.6/10 🎬 Genre: Horror and Thriller ⏱ Runtime: 94 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2026 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTtSF9yB3Ak Follow the...

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (2025) - A Scandalous Farewell 16.03.2026 3:58

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (2025). Directed by Simon Curtis, starring Marilyn Cutts, Dominic West, Lorna Nickson Brown, Daisy May, and Sophie Colquhoun. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.3/10 🎬 Genre: Drama ⏱ Runtime: 123 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2025 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCqKzxwDw2g Follow...

Linoleum (2022) Review: A Quirky Sci-Fi Journey of Self-Discovery 16.03.2026 3:38

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Linoleum (2022). Directed by Colin West, starring Jim Gaffigan, Rhea Seehorn, Katelyn Nacon, Mike Gaffigan, and Patrick Gaffigan. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.5/10 🎬 Genre: Sci-Fi and Drama ⏱ Runtime: 101 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2023 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwxCmipRkIA Follow the podcast for...

Scary Movie (2000) Review: Laughs, Parody, and Absurdity Unleashed! 16.03.2026 3:06

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Scary Movie (2000). Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, starring Anna Faris, Jon Abrahams, Marlon Wayans, Carmen Electra, and Dave Sheridan. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.3/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 88 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2000 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58OWXJZseFE Follow the podcast for mor...

Unveiling Secrets: 'Small Things Like These' (2024) Movie Review 16.03.2026 4:01

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Small Things Like These (2024). Directed by Tim Mielants, starring Cillian Murphy, Eileen Walsh, Emily Watson, Patrick Ryan, and Peter Claffey. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.7/10 🎬 Genre: Drama and History ⏱ Runtime: 98 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2024 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCbnaxqW8IA Follow th...

Bat Mitzvah Mayhem: Friendship Tested in 2023 Comedy Review 16.03.2026 3:32

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah (2023). Directed by Sammi Cohen, starring Idina Menzel, Jackie Sandler, Adam Sandler, Sadie Sandler, and Sunny Sandler. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.9/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 103 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2023 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7LVXWGTMCI Fo...

The Royal Tenenbaums (2001): A Quirky Family Drama Unpacked! 16.03.2026 3:44

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Royal Tenenbaums (2001). Directed by Wes Anderson, starring Gene Hackman, Gwyneth Paltrow, Anjelica Huston, Ben Stiller, and Luke Wilson. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.6/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy and Drama ⏱ Runtime: 110 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2002 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47WqVBj42rg Follow the...

Rebuilding (2025): A Cowboy's Journey Through Loss and Hope 16.03.2026 3:51

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Rebuilding (2025). Directed by Max Walker-Silverman, starring Josh O'Connor, Lily LaTorre, Meghann Fahy, Eli Malouff, and Amy Madigan. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.8/10 🎬 Genre: Drama ⏱ Runtime: 96 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2025 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-OuEBsAeug Follow the podcast for mo...

Sleep (2023) Review: A Haunting Dive into Nightmarish Terrors 16.03.2026 4:02

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Sleep (2023). Directed by Jason Yu, starring Jung Yu-Mi, Lee Sun-Kyun, Kim Geum-Soon, Kim Gook Hee, and Lee Kyung-Jin. ⭐ Rating: 4.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.6/10 🎬 Genre: Mystery, Thriller, and Horror ⏱ Runtime: 95 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2023 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMfDNx_A_NI Follow the podcast for...

The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026) - A Disappointing Horror Finale 16.03.2026 3:59

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026). Directed by Renny Harlin, starring Hannah Galway, Ema Horvath, Krystal Ellsworth, Gabriel Basso, and Madelaine Petsch. ⭐ Rating: 1.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 4.1/10 🎬 Genre: Horror ⏱ Runtime: 91 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2026 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2glJ0NF_s0 Follow the p...

East of Wall (2025): A Raw Tale of Resilience and Redemption 16.03.2026 3:47

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at East of Wall (2025). Directed by Kate Beecroft, starring Porshia Zimiga, Tabatha Zimiga, Scoot McNairy, Jennifer Ehle, and Jesse Thorson. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.1/10 🎬 Genre: Drama ⏱ Runtime: 97 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2025 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1x61jdPGOkQ Follow the podcast for more...

War Machine (2026) Review: A Thrilling Sci-Fi Action Ride! 16.03.2026 3:35

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at War Machine (2026). Directed by Patrick Hughes, starring Alan Ritchson, Stephan James, Blake Richardson, Dennis Quaid, and Esai Morales. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.4/10 🎬 Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, and Thriller ⏱ Runtime: 106 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2026 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDkd1HwgvXE Foll...

Scary Movie 2 (2001) Review: Laughs & Frights in Hell House! 16.03.2026 3:51

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Scary Movie 2 (2001). Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, starring Anna Faris, Marlon Wayans, Antony Acker, Mark Barrett, and Richard Bellos. ⭐ Rating: 2.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 5.4/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy and Horror ⏱ Runtime: 83 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2001 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VR1lILcdVvM Follow the pod...

Polite Society (2023) Review: A Hilarious Heist of Sisterhood! 16.03.2026 3:50

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at Polite Society (2023). Directed by Nida Manzoor, starring Priya Kansara, Ritu Arya, Renu Brindle, Rekha John-Cheriyan, and Seraphina Beh. ⭐ Rating: 3.5/5 🏆 IMDb: 6.6/10 🎬 Genre: Action and Comedy ⏱ Runtime: 104 minutes 📅 Release Year: 2023 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrpj2hF1-UA Follow the pod...

Review: White Christmas (1954) - Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, Bing Crosby 16.03.2026 3:39

In this episode of Mindset Movie Reviews, I take a closer look at White Christmas (1954). Directed by Michael Curtiz, starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, Vera-Ellen, and Dean Jagger. ⭐ Rating: 3.0/5 🏆 IMDb: 7.6/10 🎬 Genre: Comedy, Romance, and Musical ⏱ Runtime: 120 minutes 📅 Release Year: 1954 🎥 Watch the full video review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLjE4DD9f8k Follow t...