Pop! Pour! Review

Memories of Murder is #197 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we discuss how Bong Joon-ho masterfully blends dark humor with disturbing realism, creating a film that’s as unsettling as it is thought-provoking. We also break down the evolving dynamic between the detectives, the film’s grounded performances, and its shift from...

On the Waterfront is #217 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we discuss the gripping drama about corruption, conscience, and redemption. We also break down Marlon Brando’s iconic performance and if the film deserved to win best picture. All this and so much more! Follow us @poppourreview, we do not own the rights to any audi...

Forrest Gump is #12 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the sweeping story of an ordinary man living an extraordinary life and explore how the film blends heartfelt storytelling with humor, romance, and cultural commentary. We also discuss Tom Hanks’ iconic performance and the film’s use of groundbreaking visual ef...

As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of March!!!  Follow us @poppourreview, we do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

Hachi: A Dog’s Tale is #235 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of March 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we discuss how Hachi himself becomes the emotional core of the film. We also debate whether this is one of the most emotionally devastating movies on the list—or just a lifetime movie. All this and so much more! Follow us @poppourreview, we do not own the rights...

2025 had so many great movies, but a lot of them unfortunately did not crack IMDb's Top 250 Movie list. We sat down and each picked one movie that we wished entered the list from 2025! Follow us @poppourreview, we do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope is #29 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of January 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we travel to a galaxy far, far away to talk about the film that launched one of the most influential franchises in cinema history. We also discuss George Lucas’s groundbreaking world-building, John Williams’ iconic score, and the unforgettable cha...

As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of February!!!  Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

Your Name is #78 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of January 2026 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the breathtaking anime romance that blends body-swapping comedy with cosmic destiny. We also discuss the film’s stunning animation, soaring soundtrack, and seamless shift from lighthearted fantasy to emotionally charged drama. All this and so much more! Follow...

As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of January!!!  Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

Klaus is #162 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of December 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we unwrap a beautifully animated holiday film that reimagines the origins of Santa Claus. We also discuss the film’s stunning hand-drawn animation style, its clever blend of classic and modern storytelling, and how it transforms a familiar Christmas myth into a moving tale...

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 is #176 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of November 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the explosive finale to one of the most beloved film franchises of all time. We also discuss the film’s high-stakes action, emotional character payoffs, and the sense of closure that comes from watching a decade-long story r...

As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of December!!!  Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

Our quest is finally complete! After covering every Lord of the Rings film that made the IMDb Top 250 list, we decided it was time to rule them all. Join us as we determine the ultimate Middle-earth ranking. Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio clips used in...

Capernaum is #87 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of October 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the film’s raw realism, its use of non-professional actors, and the remarkable performance by Zain Al Rafeea, whose lived-in authenticity gives the story its emotional weight. We also discuss Nadine Labaki’s compassionate yet unflinching direction, the film’s s...

As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of November!!!  Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

WALL·E is #56 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of October 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we unpack a tender, visually stunning sci-fi romance about loneliness, love, and the fate of humanity. We also explore the film’s sound design, its sharp satire of consumer culture, and how a love story between two robots manages to feel more human than most live-action roma...

Jaws is #201 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of October 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the film that invented the modern summer blockbuster and made everyone afraid to go back in the water. We also dive into Steven Spielberg’s masterful use of tension, John Williams’ unforgettable score, and the film’s legacy. All this and so much more! Follow us @po...

As we head deeper into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of October!!!  Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

No Country for Old Men is #146 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of September 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the desolate borderlands of Texas to dissect the movie that redefined what a modern Western could be. We also dive into Javier Bardem’s unforgettable portrayal of Anton Chigurh, the film’s eerie silences, and Roger Deakins’ stark cinematography...

Bicycle Thieves is #124 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of September 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore one of the defining films of Italian Neorealism. We also discuss how Vittorio De Sica captures the struggles of ordinary people with raw authenticity, using real locations and non-professional actors, the father-son relationship at the film’s heart, an...

The Terminator is #219 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of August 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we explore the sci-fi thriller that launched a franchise. We also discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger’s career-defining performance, Linda Hamilton’s transformation into an unlikely heroine, and James Cameron’s groundbreaking effects. All this and so much more! Follow us @...

As we head into the new month, we breakdown the ins and outs of what changed on IMDB's Top 250 Movies list for the month of September!!!  Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio clips used in the podcast.

Oldboy is #78 on IMDB's Top 250 Movies as of August 2025 (the number may differ based on when you listen). In this episode, we dive into the brutal and stylish South Korean thriller that became a global cult phenomenon. We also discuss  the film’s jaw-dropping twists, unforgettable hallway hammer fight, and Park’s striking visual style that blends violence with haunting beauty. All this and so muc...

In space, no one can hear you rank… After covering the Alien films that made the IMDb Top 250 list, we decided it was time to take on the whole franchise. Join us as we debate which installment truly stands above the rest. Follow us @poppourreview, click around https://www.poppourreview.com , and become a member of our Patreon at patreon.com/poppourreview !!!  We do not own the rights to any audio...