Reel Insights

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Freaky Tales directors Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck to talk about their wild new film set in 1980s Oakland. They discuss the real punk rock stories that inspired the movie, their love for retro video stores, and what movies shaped them growing up. Will Freaky Tales become a franchise? They say it’s possible! Visit...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Titus Welliver to discuss the emotional conclusion of Bosch: Legacy and whether we’ve truly seen the last of Harry Bosch. Titus reflects on his decade-long journey in the role, sharing how the character has grown through loss, justice, and inner conflict—and why he’s still open to returning if the story continue...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the one and only Tiffany Haddish! Tiffany talks all about her Funny and Fearless Tour, which kicks off in Texas with stops in San Antonio, Houston, and Austin. She shares some hilarious stories, her love for stand-up, and why she’s addicted to making people laugh. Tiffany opens up about her comedy roots, what it...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with 1923 stars Michelle Randolph and Aminah Nieves for a fun and heartfelt chat. The duo opens up about what their characters would be like in modern times, living in places like Boston and Texas, and how they've both been inspired by veteran actors on set. Michelle shares touching advice she got from Helen Mirren,...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the multi-talented Jennifer Nettles to chat about her newest wild ride: The Bondsman. Jennifer opens up about transitioning from her role in The Righteous Gemstones to playing Marianne, a grounded Southern mom in a demon-hunting family alongside Kevin Bacon. We talk about how music is woven into the show’s DNA,...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Johnny Yong Bosch (Dante), Scout Taylor-Compton (Lady), and showrunner Adi Shankar about Netflix’s Devil May Cry. They dive into how the show’s soundtrack, featuring heavy-hitting tracks from Limp Bizkit and Evanescence, brings back the early 2000s energy that perfectly matches Dante’s attitude. Scout and Johnny...

On this episode of Reel Insights , Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, sits down with Maxwell Jenkins to discuss The Bondsman , a new supernatural series starring Kevin Bacon, coming soon to Prime Video. They dive into the show's gore level, its unique family and music dynamic, and what fans can expect from this thrilling new series. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdt...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Beth Grant and Jolene Purdy, who reunite for The Bondsman, a brutal yet emotional horror-thriller packed with action, suspense, and love. They discuss how love influences their characters’ choices in this chaotic world and what it was like working together again after Donnie Darko! Visit Nerdtropolis.com https:/...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Katherine McNamara to discuss her latest film, High Ground, her time on Walker: Independence, and the possible future of Mia Smoak in the Arrowverse! Visit Nerdtropolis.comhttps://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolishttps://Instagram.com/nerdtropolishttps://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights , Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Tim Key & Tom Basden to discuss their quirky and charming new film, The Ballad of Wallis Island . The film follows Charles (Tim Key), an eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island and dreams of reuniting his favorite musicians, McGwyer Mortimer (Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan). When the fo...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the multi-talented Kat Graham, who stars in Tyler Perry's Duplicity and voiced April O'Neil in Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Kat opens up about her powerful role as Marley, a fierce attorney in Duplicity who becomes entangled in a gripping case of injustice. She shares her connection to the r...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with LOCKED director David Yarovesky to dive deep into the high-intensity, claustrophobic thriller starring Bill Skarsgård and Anthony Hopkins. Since most of the film takes place inside a high-tech SUV, Yarovesky shares his approach to maintaining tension, the challenges of filming in a confined space, and how the ve...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the talented actor Henry Thomas to discuss his latest film, High Ground. From action-packed scenes to gripping performances, Henry dives into what drew him to this project and what excites him about playing his intense character. They also discuss the evolution of his career, touching on the genres he’s worked a...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Casper Van Dien to talk about his latest action-packed Western, Guns of Redemption! From stepping into cowboy boots to channeling classic Western legends, Casper shares his experience playing a rugged gunslinger in this gritty new film. We discuss intense duels, horseback riding, and the thrill of bringing a Wes...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with voice actor Eric Bauza and director Pete Browngardt about The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie! They discuss why it took so long for Looney Tunes to hit the big screen again, how Eric keeps the classic voices alive while adding a fresh twist, and Pete’s experience directing the first fully animated Lo...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, sits down with House of David stars Michael Iskander and Martyn Ford. They dive into their preparation for bringing the legendary story of David and Goliath to life and what makes this Prime Video series a must-watch! Michael Iskander opens up about preparing for the role of David, including infusing authentic music into t...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Queen of the Ring star Gavin Casalegno! They dive into his journey from Texas to Hollywood, his admiration for actors like Jared Padalecki, and the valuable advice he received from Russell Crowe at just 12 years old. Gavin also shares his excitement about bringing Queen of the Ring to life, what surprised him mo...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Jill and Mr. Lawrence, the iconic voices behind Karen and Plankton from SpongeBob SquarePants. They dive into the making of Plankton: The Movie, reflecting on over 25 years of SpongeBob history, and share hilarious stories from their time in Bikini Bottom. Don't miss out on this exclusive behind-the-scenes l...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Eric McCormack and Lydia Wilson about their thrilling new series, Nine Bodies in a Mexican Morgue! They discuss the mind-bending mystery, their first reactions to the script, and which of their past characters they’d choose to survive a real-life jungle crash. Plus, they tease what fans can expect from this susp...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Maria Canals-Barrera about Wizards Beyond Waverly Place! Maria, who played the beloved Theresa Russo, shares her excitement about returning to the Wizards universe, what it’s like stepping back into the role, and her thoughts on David Henrie’s passion for keeping the magic alive. Plus, she reflects on seeing Sel...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with 1923 stars Sebastian Roché and Brian Geraghty to discuss the challenges of filming the Yellowstone prequel. From enduring freezing temperatures to performing physically demanding scenes, Brian and Sebastian reveal the most challenging moments on set that pushed them to their limits. Plus, could they survive with...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the legendary Tom Green for an unforgettable conversation! They dive into his fearless approach to comedy, his groundbreaking work on The Tom Green Show, the cult legacy of Freddy Got Fingered, and what continues to inspire him today. Tom also shares stories about surprising friendships, his love for filmmaking,...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with The Dutch Giant  bodybuilder Olivier Richters, who brings the intimidating Paulie to life in Reacher season 3. Olivier reveals behind-the-scenes moments from filming, including the hilarious mishap with Alan Ritchson and his experience working on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny with Harrison Ford. Visit Ne...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with actor William Mark McCullough, who plays Commander Dennis Dunphy in the highly anticipated Captain America: Brave New World! McCullough shares his excitement about joining the MCU, working alongside Anthony Mackie and Harrison Ford, and what fans can expect from this next chapter in the Captain America saga. Plu...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, sits down with legendary director Simon West to talk about his action-packed new film, Old Guy! Starring Christoph Waltz, Cooper Hoffman, and Lucy Liu, the film blends high-octane action with sharp humor. Simon also reflects on his blockbuster career, including directing Con Air, The Expendables 2, and Lara Croft: Tomb Rai...