Popcorn Paparazzi

This week, we're throwing it way back to 1987 and landing in the heart of Oakland, California, where chaos and creativity collide in Freaky Tales. With a stacked cast featuring Pedro Pascal (doing, well… Pedro Pascal things), J. Ellis, Normani, Too $hort, and a ton of wild energy, this film serves up four interconnected stories that are as unpredictable as they are entertaining. Expect punk rocker...

This week, we’re unpacking Weapons, the latest from Barbarian director Zack Cregger, and things get weird fast. Seventeen kids vanish from one classroom (yes, one), and what follows is a chaotic spiral of mystery, dread, and Josh Brolin brooding like only Josh Brolin can. With a killer cast including Julia Garner and Benedict Wong, there’s a lot to like, but is it theater-worthy or best enjoyed in...

Dave Franco and Alison Brie star in Together, a squirmy little body horror flick that asks, “What if moving to the country ruined your relationship AND your epidermis?” We’re diving into this oozy, unsettling tale of love gone moldy to answer the ultimate question: is it worth the price of a theater ticket (or just your sanity)? Tim and Millie are a couple well past their expiration date, and when...

Spoiler: YES! 🌟 This week on the podcast, we’re diving headfirst into Marvel’s latest reboot of its First Family, Fantastic Four: First Steps. Get ready for a review that’s hotter than Johnny Storm, because we’re breaking down what works (the cast chemistry is 🔥), what didn’t (hello, pacing issues), and everything in between. From the thrilling cosmic adventure to the all-too-human moments of fa...

This week on Popcorn Paparazzi Podcast, we're diving deep (pun intended!) into Jaws, celebrating 50 years of terror, triumph, and iconic shark fin sightings. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a first-time viewer, we’re here to answer the ultimate question: Does Jaws still have bite after half a century? Spoiler alert: it definitely does! Join us as we sink our teeth into behind-the-scenes drama, th...

Is James Gunn’s Superman the reboot we’ve been waiting for, or just a fresh pair of red boots and a very unfortunate haircut? From fresh red boots to a surprisingly idealistic tone, Gunn breathes new life into the last son of Krypton, but not without some controversy. We break down what works, what crashes harder than Zod’s spaceship, and where this Superman lands on the charm scale. We’re split o...

This week, we saddle up our emotional support raptors and take a wild ride through Jurassic World: Rebirth, the latest dino-sized installment in the franchise that just won’t go extinct. 🦖 Are the Easter eggs a clever nod to the original classic, or just a distraction from the dino-sized plot holes? Can a stacked cast save the film from some truly prehistoric acting? And most importantly, how man...

This Week on Popcorn Paparazzi: We’re diving into Ballerina, the latest chapter in the John Wick universe! 💃 Eve is a young woman seeking revenge after witnessing her father's murder, and she's trained by the deadly Rhuska Roma to take down those responsible. But does this action-packed thriller live up to the hype, or is it a routine kill-fest? 🤔 We’ll tell you if it’s worth the watch or if you...

Pack your bags and your skepticism, we're off on a globe-trotting adventure with Guy Ritchie's latest Apple TV escapade, Fountain of Youth. This week, we follow two estranged siblings (played by John Krasinski and Natalie Portman) as they dodge danger, swap one-liners, and chase immortality… all for a dying boss with questionable priorities. Is it action? Is it comedy? Is it something else entirel...

This week, we’re trading popcorn for poi and heading to the islands, Disney’s Lilo & Stitch is back, but now in live action! Does this new take capture the chaotic charm of Stitch and the heartfelt vibes of the original, or is it just a CGI-fueled crash landing? We break down the Ohana feels, alien antics, and all the ways Disney is tugging at our nostalgic heart strings. Tune in for laughs, hot t...

This Dinner Date Comes With a Side of Murder... This week on the pod, we’re diving fork-first into Drop — the suspense thriller starring Meghann Fahy and Brandon Sklenar that’ll make you think twice about online dating and answering mysterious texts during dinner. A widowed mom tries to dip her toe back into the dating pool, but instead of wine and small talk, she gets hit with a horrifying ultima...

This week, we’re knee-deep in severed toes and shattered dreams as we slice into The Ugly Stepsister—a gory, gothic twist on the Cinderella fairytale. Meet Elvira, the newest stepsister on the block, who’s got big dreams and a serious plan to snag Prince Charming. With her fiercely determined mother by her side, Elvira is willing to go to disturbing—and downright painful—lengths to live the royal...

Episode Title: "Thunderbolts: The Marvel Misfits Assemble (and Self-Destruct?)" In this explosive episode of Popcorn Paparazzi, we dive headfirst into Marvel’s latest team-up of lovable antiheroes, The Thunderbolts! From Florence Pugh’s dry wit to David Harbour’s dad-bod brawls, we’re breaking down the chaotic charm (and questionable choices) of this misfit mission to save the world—and themselves...

Hot Flashes & Hollywood: Oprah’s Menopause Revolution Reviewed This week on Popcorn Paparazzi, we tackle Oprah’s Menopause Revolution, a celeb-filled deep dive into the highs, lows, and hot flashes of perimenopause. With stars sharing misdiagnoses and Dr. Mary Claire Haver serving the facts, is this special a must-watch or medical melodrama? We break it down so you don’t have to sweat it, literall...

This week, we're headed down to Mississippi, 1932 — where the heat isn’t just from the summer sun. We’re diving into Sinners, the new Ryan Coogler film that brings Michael B. Jordan back to the screen playing not one, but two roles as twin brothers Smoke and Stack. After seven years away, the brothers return home to find more than just front porch gossip and sweet tea — something far more sinister...

This week on Popcorn Paparazzi Podcast, we’re diving into Hulu’s Dying For Sex, a limited series that’s equal parts wild, heartwarming, and eye-opening. Based on a true story (and the podcast of the same name), the show follows Molly, who, after a terminal cancer diagnosis, leaves her husband and sets off on a journey of sex, self-discovery, and let’s be honest some serious “bucket list” vibes. We...

In this week's episode, we dive into A24's quirky new release, Death of a Unicorn. Starring Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega as a father-daughter duo caught in a wild series of events after they accidentally hit and kill a unicorn, this film throws a wrench into their business trip. With a star-studded cast that includes Will Poulter, Tea Leoni, and Richard E. Grant as a wealthy family tangled up in the...

This week, we’re diving into the dazzling world of Disney’s Snow White live-action remake, starring Gal Gadot as the iconic Evil Queen and Rachel Zegler as the fairest of them all. From wicked queens to poisoned apples, we explore how the new adaptation stacks up against the original 1812 fairytale — and what’s been changed (for better or worse). Plus, we’re spilling the tea on all the hottest cel...

This week, we break down Steven Soderbergh’s Black Bag, a thrilling spy movie where an agent is tasked with uncovering a mole within a team of elite operatives. Is it worth your time? We discuss the film’s twists, turns, and give it a popcorn rating you won’t want to miss. Plus, we share our honest thoughts—spoiler-free, but be warned, we do use adult language! Tune in for all the spy thrills and...

In this episode, we dive into Netflix’s latest political thriller Zero Day, starring an all-star cast including Robert De Niro, Matthew Modine, Angela Bassett, Jesse Plemons, and more. We break down the series, unpack its twists and turns, and answer the burning question: is Zero Day worth your streaming time? Plus, we’ve got the perfect popcorn pairing to enjoy while watching. And of course, we s...

This week, we dive into Netflix’s Apple Cider Vinegar, the jaw-dropping series about Belle Gibson- the influencer who faked cancer for fame and fortune. We break down the shocking scam, her downfall, and where she is now. Plus we unpack the biggest moments from the Oscar’s and, most importantly , what’s inside those legendary Oscar goodie bags. Tune in for all the drama, deception, and Hollywood h...

Gore, Laughs, and Hollywood Gossip In this episode, we dive into Oz Perkins' latest film, The Monkey, an adaptation of Stephen King's short story that's packed with gore, blood, and dark comedy. We discuss the film's twisted humor and brutal violence. Along the way, we also touch on the latest Hollywood gossip, giving you the inside scoop on what's happening in Tinseltown. And of course, we'll tel...

This week on the podcast, we dive into The Gorge, the genre-blurring thriller now streaming on Apple TV. What happens when you're assigned to guard a mysterious gorge for a year, not to keep things out, but to ensure whatever's locked inside stays there? We’ll break down this mind-bending film and whether it’s worth your time. Plus, we spill the tea on Miles Teller—what’s going on behind the scene...

We're breaking down Kinda Pregnant, Netflix’s latest rom-com starring Amy Schumer as Lainey, a woman who fakes a pregnancy, tells a few lies, and accidentally falls for the perfect guy. Tune in for laughs, heart, and our buckets of popcorn as we tell you if it’s worth your time to stream!

In this episode, we break down Companion – a wild ride where a billionaire’s death sets off a chain reaction for Iris and her friends at a lakeside estate. Think AI, robots, and a twist on the classic thriller. It’s got thrills, chills, and, yes, a touch of sweet robot love that might just make you rethink your relationship with technology. Plus, we take a detour into the world of Grammy's fashion...