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The Jersey Nerds are back with one of our most unexpected double features yet as we dive into Mortal Kombat and Call Me by Your Name. 🥋 Mortal Kombat (1995) — the video game adaptation that proved game-to-film movies could be fun. From unforgettable fight scenes and iconic characters to that legendary techno soundtrack, we revisit why this cult classic continues to win over fans more than 30 year...

🎬 The Jersey Nerds are back for another hunt through the Predator franchise as we take on a deadly double feature: Predator 2 and Predators. 🏙️ Predator 2 (1990) — the hunt moves from the jungle to the urban battlefield of Los Angeles, where a new Predator stalks gangs, cops, and anyone unlucky enough to cross its path. We discuss the film’s expansion of Predator lore, Danny Glover’s underrated p...

🎬 The Jersey Nerds are back with another stop on their cinematic journey, and this week we’re tackling two of the most acclaimed films of the 21st century: No Country for Old Men and There Will Be Blood. 🔫 No Country for Old Men — the Coen Brothers’ tense neo-western thriller that delivers unforgettable suspense, haunting themes, and one of cinema’s most terrifying villains. We dive into Anton C...

🎬👽The Jersey Nerds are back with another action-packed double feature — this time heading into the shadows of sci-fi horror with Alien: Romulus and Predator. 🛸 Alien: Romulus — a terrifying return to the claustrophobic horror of the Alien franchise, packed with facehuggers, xenomorph chaos, and deep-space dread. We break down the film’s atmosphere, brutal scares, franchise callbacks, and how it...

🎬🗽 New Episode Alert: The Jersey Nerds are back with another unforgettable double feature — this time diving into the wildly different worlds of A Bug’s Life and The Last Duel. 🐜 A Bug’s Life — Pixar’s colorful underdog adventure filled with heart, humor, and surprisingly timeless themes about courage, leadership, and standing up to oppression. We revisit the film’s iconic characters, emotional...

🎬👽 PRESS PLAY ACTION returns to the darkest corners of deep space as we continue our exploration of the legendary Alien universe with a chilling double feature review of Prometheus and Alien: Covenant. 🧬 Prometheus — Ridley Scott’s ambitious sci-fi mystery that dares to ask humanity’s biggest questions: Where did we come from? And what happens when our creators want us dead? We dive into the fi...

🎬🗽 New Episode Alert: The Jersey Nerds are back with another stop on their IMDB Top 250 journey! This week, it’s a Martin Scorsese / Leonardo DiCaprio double feature as we dive into Shutter Island (2010) and The Wolf of Wall Street (2013). 🧠 Shutter Island — a psychological thriller packed with mystery, twists, and one of DiCaprio’s most intense performances. We unpack the film’s layered storyt...

The Jersey Nerds are diving deeper into the Alien franchise with two of its more divisive chapters; Alien 3 (1992) and Alien: Resurrection (1997). Love them or hate them, these movies sparked some serious debate!

The Jersey Nerds dive into the origins of sci-fi horror with Alien (1979) and Aliens (1986). From groundbreaking practical effects to unforgettable creature design, these films laid the foundation for one of the most iconic franchises in movie history.  Whether you're team Alien or Aliens, this episode is packed with insights, hot takes, and plenty of love for sci-fi classics.

The drinks are poured, the plan is nonexistent, and somehow… the takes might be even better. In this unhinged episode of Drunken Cinema Corner , the Jersey Nerds dive headfirst into a free-flowing, booze-fueled conversation that bounces between film history, hot takes, and wild “what if” scenarios that Hollywood probably shouldn’t try—but definitely could. Like and Follow Press Play Action on our...

Things get loose in the debut of Drunken Cinema Corner , where the Jersey Nerds crew—Tommy, Grant, Brandon, and Mitchel—crack open the drinks and let the takes fly. In this episode: A savage breakdown of the Five Nights at Freddy’s films (no mercy given) Why video game movies keep missing the mark (with a few rare exceptions) A heated debate on theater etiquette (yes, phone users—you’re on notice)...

The saga continues… This week, we’re jumping into the Star Wars SEQUEL Trilogy with A Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017) and The Rise of Skywalker (2019) — the most debated chapter in the galaxy. From new heroes and legacy characters to bold storytelling choices, we’re unpacking everything that worked… and everything that divided the fanbase. 🔥 Episode Highlights: • Rey, Kylo Ren, and the...

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… This week the Jersey Nerds are diving deep into the ORIGINAL Star Wars Trilogy with A New Hope (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980) and Return of the Jedi (1983) — the films that changed cinema forever. From groundbreaking visual effects to unforgettable characters and one of the most iconic twists in movie history, we’re breaking down what makes this...

Get ready for a galactic adventure as the Jersey Nerds embark on a thrilling review of of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018), and the hilarious parody Spaceballs (1987)!   From the heroic Rebel Alliance to the swashbuckling adventures of Han Solo, and the laugh-out-loud humor of Spaceballs, we're covering it all! 🎥 So, grab your lightsaber, blaster, or Schwartz, a...

Get ready for a journey to a galaxy far, far away as the Jersey Nerds are diving into the highly debated Star Wars prequel trilogy, and we're not holding back!  Join us as we review the trilogy that sparked a thousand debates, starting with Episode I: The Phantom Menace, followed by Episode II: Attack of the Clones, and concluding with Episode III: Revenge of the Sith! From midi-chlorians to Jar J...

The Jersey Nerds set sail through the rest of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. This week, we dove into the epic conclusion of the original trilogy with Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End (2007), where Will, Elizabeth, and the crew face off against the East India Trading Company. Then, we charted a course for new waters with Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), as Jack Sp...

The Jersey Nerds bring on special guest Howie Collins for their annual rankings! Mitchell, Brandon, Tommy, and Howie rank their Top 10 and Bottom 10 films of 2025 and then give their Top 10 most anticipated films of 2026! So if you are looking for recommendations on what new movies to watch and what to avoid, this is the episode for you! Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed belo...

Get ready for a thrilling ride as the Jersey Nerds embark on a swashbuckling adventure like no other! 🎥🏴‍☠️ Join us as we dive into the world of piracy and review: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006). 🎬 From the charismatic Captain Jack Sparrow to the eerie Flying Dutchman, we'll be exploring it all!  Like and Follo...

The Jersey Nerds sit down for a 1990s James Cameron double feature with a review of True Lies (1994) and Titanic (1997). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below: Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fm Facebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayaction Instagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcast TikTok: @jerseynerdsproductions Mastadon: @jerseynerdsproductions B...

The Jersey Nerds travel to Pandora to kick off 2026 with a review of James Camerons Sci-Fi masterpieces, Avatar (2009) and Avatar: The Way of Water (2022). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below: Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fm Facebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayaction Instagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcast TikTok: @jerseynerdsproductions...

The Jersey Nerds ARE BACK... AGAIN! This time to discuss the Terminator sequels: Terminator Salvation (2009), Terminator Genisys (2015), and Terminator: Dark Fate (2019). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below: Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fm Facebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayaction Instagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcast TikTok: @jerseyne...

The Jersey Nerds ARE BACK! This time to discuss the first Terminator Trilogy: Terminator (1984), Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1997), and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below: Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fm Facebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayaction Instagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcast TikTok:...

The Jersey Nerds are back with the final two movies of the Steven Spielberg marathon! This week Mitchell, Brandon, and Tommy review West Side Story (2021) and The Fablemans (2022). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below: Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fm Facebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayaction Instagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcast TikTok:...

The Jersey Nerds are back with some more Steven Spielberg action! This week Mitchell, Brandon, and Tommy take a look at a Spielberg/Tom Hanks double feature with Bridge of Spies (2015) and The Post (2017). Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below: Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fm Facebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayaction Instagram: www.instagram.com/press...

The Jersey Nerds Production's second annual 31 Nights of Horror comes to a close as Mitchell Lea, Tommy Grant, and Brandon Tew review the final seven films! Childs Play (1988), A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985), Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981), Scream 2 (1997), The Monster Squad (1987), Halloween 2 (1981), and Cloverfield (2008)!  Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials l...