Spinning the Reel

After a week off, the boys are back with a double feature of F9 and The Tomorrow War. Both are dumb, but they inspired some divisive opinions from Evan and Cody. Between those two blockbusters, the boys play a game where they try to figure out how Fast and the Furious characters died in universe. Enjoy! (0:00) - Intro (2:19) - F9 (18:49) - Fast and Furious Quiz (31:11) - The Tomorrow War (48:04) -...

The boys are back on schedule this week to talk about Luca, the latest Pixar release. We talk all about this bizarre and breezy little film before Cody quizzes Evan on the A113 Easter eggs throughout Pixar history. After that it's a breakdown of Pixar's future given their last two (very good) films have received no theatrical release. (0:00) - Intro (3:23) - Luca (25:26) - A113 Quiz (33:03) - Pixa...

Evan is back from vacation just in time for STRs most musical episode ever! The boys are breaking down and getting down to In the Heights. After some significant disagreement Cody takes Evan's Movie Musical Quiz. Finally we discuss the recent dearth of original musical movies and whether or not this trend will continue. (0:00) - Intro (3:41) - In the Heights (35:40) - Movie Musical Quiz (50:47) -...

The boys find themselves doing something new and planning ahead for once on this podcast. A prerecorded segment for the latest Disney+ drop of Cruella will be featured on this week's episode while Evan is on vacation. Cody takes the reins and steers forward for the rest of the show by continuing the tradition and playing a game to determine which dalmatian he would be. Also returning is Conner, a...

The boys are back for a boisterous discussion of the new Miller/Lord animated feature, The Mitchells vs the Machines. After that - and much to the chagrin of one host -- Cody and Evan dive into all things Marvel. First up is the Phase 4 teaser video, followed by all their thoughts on the end of Falcon and the Winter Soldier.  (0:00) - Intro (2:50) - The Mitchells vs The Machines (24:14) - Mar...

Last week was a much needed vacation week for the boys, but we are rested and ready to talk Mortal Kombat. After figuring out exactly what Mortal Kombat is, Cody tests his knowledge of the Academy Awards with Evan's Oscars Quiz. Finally we have to talk about the elephant in the room: the ending of the Oscars. Evan and Cody break down what happens, what worked for Sunday's show, how the Oscars can...

The boys are back, coming to you live from virtual Florida to talk about Barb and Star Go to Vista del Mar! After that we make our official Oscar picks and challenge the audience to give us theirs. Finally, Evan is nervous about the state of film in 2021 and Cody does absolutely nothing to assuage those fears. Enjoy! (0:00) - Intro (2:24) - Barb and Star Go to Vista del Mar (18:23) - Oscar Picks (...

At last, the long wait is over. No, not Godzilla vs Kong, Evan vs Cody. STR is back after a week off to break down the conclusion to Warner's MonsterVerse. We talk all things radioactive lizard and giant ape. After that the boys take a look at the new Space Jam trailer and draft their own Tune Squads. Finally we do a midpoint check-in on Marvel's new show The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.  (...

At last Zach Snyder's cut of Justice League has arrived and Evan has been forced to watch it. The boys dive into all four hours of Zach Snyder's 4:3 vision. We talk mother boxes, sesame seeds, super flannels and so much more. After that it's a roundup of the state of movie theaters as they reopen across America. We close this week by reading some listener reviews. (0:00) - Intro (2:13) - Zach Snyd...

The boys are back with out the usual segmented show. This week we're talking all things Oscar nominations. Do they matter? Should they? Who surprised? Who got snubbed? We talk all of that and more in discussing the nominees for this year's Academy Awards. ----- Check out our site spinningthereel.com! ---- Follow us and join the conversation on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd! @spinningthereel T...

It's a topsy-turvy week at Spinning the Reel as Evan likes a Disney thing and Cody dislikes a different Disney thing. First the boys break down the genius of Raya and the Last Dragon and hype up their outdoor watch party for the film. After that the boys unite to predict next week's Oscar nominees. Finally, now that it's over, the boys have a definitive discussion about where Marvel went wrong wit...

Oscars season is on the horizon so the boys (really Cody) are playing catch up with this week's double feature. First up is Minari, where the boys dig into the idea of the American Dream on screen. Next, Cody has once again crafted a quiz of sorts he is calling the 5-Course game. Before we hit the road, we take a look at Nomadland and the incomparable Frances McDormand. See you all down the road....

He's back folks! After a two week absence Cody has returned to cohosting duties. And he couldn't have picked a better time as the boys are finally discussing Judas and the Black Messiah. Much like the film, their conversation is a lively one. After that Evan tries to guess if HBO original films are for the critics or for the fans in a game called HBO Rotten Lockdown Experience. Finally the boys ha...

Another New Episode. Still No Cody. How Come Chief Willoughby? Cody may still be gone but the show carries on. Guest host Zach returns for a horror-ific episode. We talk the new A24 religious horror Saint Maud, play some Cinephile game and finally talk about the horror genre more broadly. (0:00) - Intro (3:33) - Saint Maud (24:30) - Cinephile Game (41:17) - Horror Film Genre (57:38) - Close -----...

Cody is away but the show must go on. Evan is joined by fan favorite Zach to discuss Denmark's Another Round. After a spirited chat we move on to the recently announced Golden Globe nominations. Finally we close with a chat about WandaVision and the future of Marvel TV. (0:00) - Intro (5:05) - Another Round (23:26) - Golden Globes (48:51) - WandaVision (1:06:12) - Close ----- Check out our site sp...

Things are a bit different but still the same as the boys check in remotely this Groundhog Day. Cody is out in Arizona while Evan checks in from virtual Sundance. The boys have two movies on the docket today, starting with The Little Things on HBO Max. After that, Evan previews some of the best of the Sundance Film Festival. Finally, it's part two of the double feature with Palmer on Apple TV+.&nb...

It's finally that time of year as the boys reveal their 10 favorite films of the year. It's a true year in review as we reevaluate our anticipations and goals from the year past. Join us for an exploration of what we deemed to be the very best in cinema in an extremely abnormal year. We hope you enjoy this double length pod. ----- Check out our site spinningthereel.com! ---- Follow us and interact...

This year has been tough on everyone, so as a treat, STR is bringing you TWO new episodes in the final week of 2020. This episode the boys dive into both of the big Christmas Day streaming releases: Soul and Wonder Woman 1984. Additionally we take a moment to identify some of our favorite non-movie pieces of content of the year. Stay tuned for our Best of the Year lists and episode, coming on Wedn...

It's a very merry edition of STR as the boys are getting in the holiday spirit. First up is a discussion of 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' and Chadwick Boseman's brilliant final performance. Cody is back for the second week in a row with a challenging Christmas Story Quiz that oddly has nothing to do with A Christmas Story (1983). At least nobody shot their eye out. Finally, the Small Axe series has c...

It's the day Cody's been waiting weeks for: 'Wolfwalkers' Day! The boys dig into Cartoon Saloon's latest and greatest followed by a chat around the state of animation. After that Evan is faced with something Cody calls the Animation Revenge Quiz. Finally it's week four of the Small Axe series with a conversation about 'Alex Wheatle.' (0:00) - Intro (2:32) - Wolfwalkers (27:49) - Animation Revenge...

Its a packed show this week as the boys take a deep dive into David Fincher's Mank, with more than a little Citizen Kane talk. Warner/HBO made some news by releasing their entire 2021 slate on streaming and we discuss the possible effects. Finally it's back to Steve McQueen and the 3rd installment of his Small Axe series: Red, White and Blue. (0:00) - Intro (2:40) - Mank (23:37) - HBO Max (41:52)...

December is here and full of cheer as the boys discuss the second Small Axe film: Lovers Rock. But before that it's a trip down to Appalachia, or at least Ohio, for Hillbilly Elegy. Plus, Evan has a Christmas themed quiz for Cody. (0:00) - Intro (2:56) - Hillbilly Elegy  (19:16) - Evan's Christmas Quiz (34:33) - Small Axe: Lovers Rock (49:42) - Close Original Riffs by Sean Doyel ----- Check o...

Happy Thanksgiving to all the Reelers out there. We are so thankful for you that we have a brand new show for you all. This week the boys are closing out the 1950s Decades Project with 1955's Rebel Without a Cause. After that it's a discussion about TV shows and their pandemic specials, specifically the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reunion. Finally it's onto a series we'll be talking about through Dece...

We look no further than Netflix with 'The Life Ahead' for this week's opener. And as we move ahead, Evan has a competitive game for Cody and Conner with something he likes to call, 'Disney or Despot.' The boys are than excited to jump back into the 50s Decade Project. This week the boys discuss Conner's pick of 'Alice in Wonderland' and get real nerdy on the animation behind this film and the evol...

This is our podcast and this is Remi Weekes directorial debut: 'His House.' After the boys discuss the classic spin on the haunted house story, their attention is turned to games. A misfit game segment, but just know it is centered around the box office. This leads into Cody's week 2 the 1950s decades project 'Rear Window.' Alfred Hitchcock, James Stewart, and Grace Kelly all deliver here to produ...