Strictly Reel

For this Best Picture Breakdown of Strictly Reel, Chris and Richie discuss Michael Curtiz's Casablanca which won during the 16th Academy Awards in 1942. We dive into the incredible and memorable writing, fascinating lighting, captivating performances of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, along with it's timely release during the height of World War 2. Join us on this episode to hear our opinions,...

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Richie and Chris discuss current film news ranging from Live-Action titles announced such as One-Punch Man, upcoming Netflix series information, Marvel casting updates, and more! Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week including Unfrosted, Disaster Movie, The Starving Games, Planet of the Apes Reboot, plus more. T...

In this episode of Strictly Reel, Richie and Chris jump into the 73rd Academy Awards and discuss Ridley Scott's Gladiator which won best picture in 2000. During our Best Picture Breakdown, we dive into the amazing acting performances of Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix, the incredible battle scenes, cinematography techniques used, as well as interesting facts about the film. Join us on this episo...

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie discuss current film news from CinemaCon, along with the release of Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, Quentin Tarantino's 10th Film, and more! Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week including Civil War, Llamageddon, Hundreds of Beavers, and Abigail. Tune-in to hear more of our thoughts and op...

For this episode of Strictly Reel, Chris and Richie talk about the latest film news including the Joker 2: Folie à Deux Trailer which recently dropped, as well as the leaks circling around the Minecraft Live-Action movie. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last few weeks. Lastly, we dive deep into the highly controversial 53trd Academy Awards and discuss Robert Redf...

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie dive deep into some of the latest film news including the recently announced The Sims live-action film and along with Euphoria Season 3 updates. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week. Lastly, we jump into the magical universe from Damien Chazelle's La La Land (2016) and breakdown the best pictur...

Tune in for this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie dive deep into the latest film news including the numerous Reboots and Sequels on the horizon. We also discuss the new docu-series Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV and our feelings on the matter, as well as expressing our sympathy for the victims. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week. La...

Join us in this episode of Strictly Reel, where Chris and Richie discuss the latest film news including James Bond rumors and upcoming bad Horror film reimaginings like the Poohniverse or Untitled Steamboat Willie film. Along the way, we also explore our recently watched films over the last week. Lastly, we dive deep into the 60th Academy Award Best Picture winner The Last Emperor (1987) during ou...

Chris and Richie dive into the results of the recent 96th Academy Awards in this episode of Strictly Reel, and give their reactions to surprise winners, insights to some of the nominees, as well as the expected winners throughout the different categories. Tune-in to hear our thoughts and opinions, along with the films we've recently watched and our coverage of current film news. Episode Chapters:...

In this episode of Strictly Reel, Chris and Richie give their thoughts, opinions, and predictions for the upcoming 96th Academy Awards. Tune in to hear us discuss the heavy favorites, our personal picks, snubs, and possible dark horse candidates throughout the different categories. We also dive back into the topic of the National Film Registry (NFR) and explore films that are available for selecti...

In this inaugural installment of Strictly Reel, Chris and Richie delve into the 86th Academy Award Best Picture winner 12 Years a Slave (2013). Tune in to hear us discuss our thoughts, review, and some behind-the-scenes information about this critically acclaimed film that was recently archived for it's historical and cultural significance. Additionally, we explore other films selected for the Nat...