The Film Reelists

What was supposed to be the premiere of the final season is now just episode 1 of the third season after the season 4 renewal. Kyle shares his thoughts on what he calls the Ted Lasso replacement on this week's episode of the podcast. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:30 Shrinking Season 3: Episode 1 Thoughts 1:35 - 18:16 Listener Mail and Outro 18:30 - 26:05 Question of the Week - What is your favour...

Rob Keyes returns to the podcast to discuss the latest MCU TV Show: Wonder Man. Now that the series is available on Disney+, Kyle and Rob can discuss all the twists, cameos, and major revelations. There is no spoiler-free section of this review. You have been warned. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 2:37 Wonder Man Spoilers 2:56 - 39:43 Outro 39:45 - 45:37 Question of the Week - Outside of Star Wars and I...

Countless films have explored Artificial Intelligence since the dawn of science fiction. In today's world, the conversation around it is becoming fearful of its abilities and usage. Mercy shows us a world where AI is the judge, jury, and executioner. What could possibly go wrong... Time codes Into 0:00 - 1:24 Mercy Review 1:37 - 13:21 Mercy Spoilers 13:29 - 25:26 Listener Mail and Outro 25:39...

With the announcement of Wonder Man, it is safe to assume that a significant amount of the audience was expecting a meta commentary about the superhero genre being presented from the point of view of an actor in the MCU. Wonder Man is not that at all. Listen to Kyle's spoiler-free thoughts on all 8 episodes. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 0:55 Wonder Man Review 1:17 - 10:06 Outro 10:09 - 11:17 Quest...

28 Years Later proved that this franchise was worth revisiting, and The Bone Temple proved it might be one of the best horror franchise revivals ever. Shockingly, the sequel to the highly anticipated film was released this month. 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple might have been relased thuis past week, but it is far above one of the best films of the year. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:25 28 Years Lat...

Kyle had never played a video game in the Fallout series, but thoroughly enjoyed the TV Show. While that was necessarily shocking given the great cast and well-crafted storytelling, that doesnt mean the same will be said for the second season of the post-apocalyptic television series. Lucy and Copper are on a mission to find Hank in New Vegas, and while that means a lot to fans of the games, it me...

The Pitt was expected just to be an ER reboot, but it wound up being so much more. There was much more anticipation leading into this second season. Sometimes that can be a real problem for the sophomore season. Kyle gives his thoughts on the first 9 episodes of season 2, spoiler-free. Time codes Intro 0:00 - 0:56 The Pitt Season 2 - Spoiler Free Review 1:06 - 11:01 Outro 11:04 - 12:33 Question of...

Stranger Things has been a staple of Netflix for almost a decade. While the show has had its ups and downs, it is impossible not to mention it as one of Netflix's biggest hits. It is safe to assume there was alot of anticipation for the series finale, but how did Kyle feel about it? Listen to this week's review to find out! Time codes Intro 0:00 - 1:03 Stranger Things Season 5: Chapter Eig...

2025 was a pretty good year for movies and television. While 2025 might be over, there is still time to look back at the year. Kyle lists his five favourite television shows of the year as well as his ten favourite films from the year. 2026 has now arrived, and there is plenty to look forward to. Kyle lists the 5 television shows that he is most looking forward to and why, and of course, the 10 mo...

The end is almost here; listen to see if the setup for the series finale matches the success of the first volume in this final season of Stranger Things. Time codes Intro 0:00 - 1:10 Stranger Things Season 5: Volume 2 Review 1:21 - 16:21 Listener Mail and Outro 16:34 - 22:31 Question of the Week- What films or TV shows are you most looking forward to in 2026? If you want to stay informed on everyt...

We visit Pandora for a third time. The spectacle of the Avatar films has always been incredible, but with a third adventure, the story is the most important part. Find out if the creative team behind the franchise was able to improve on The Way of Water's story. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 0:58 Avatar: Fire and Ash Review 1:20 - 11:19 Avatar: Fire and Ash Spoilers 11:36 - 24:13 Listener Mail and...

Chapter 1 of It: Welcome to Derry has concluded. Listen to find out if this prequel is worth the 27-year time jump to the past. Hazbin Hotel Season 2 ended a while back, but now Kyle actually has time to dive into one of his most anticipated shows of the year. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:25 It: Welcome to Derry Review 1:36 - 13:16 Hazbin Hotel Season 2 Review 13:30 - 22:10 Listener Mail and Outro 2...

Another Knives Out film, and Kyle couldn't be happier. There is something to be said that Daniel Craig continually wants to make these murder mystery films. Find out that Rian Johnson can do that that almost everyone else has failed at. Make a great third installment in a franchise. Time Codes Intro 0:00 - 1:17 Wake Up, Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Review 1:29 - 10:28 Wake Up Dean Man: A Kni...

Hard to believe, but the last season of Stranger Things has finally arrived... Well, the first 4 episodes have. Listen to find out what Kyle thought of the first part in this three-volume season release. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:44 Stranger Things Season 5: Volume 1 Review 1:54 - 20:22 Listener Mail and Outro 20:36 - 27:09 Question of the Week - What is your favourite Rian Johnson movie? If you...

Time to find out if 2 Zoo 2 Furious is worth the price of admission. While it is known how much Kyle appreciates well-crafted, family-friendly movies, it is even more important that they work for kids. Melody and Sawyer return to the podcast to discuss if this sequel is everything it is cracked up to be. Time codes Intro 0:00 - 1:18 Zootopia 2 Review 1:39 - 8:05 Zootopia 2 Spoilers 8:14 -24:30 Out...

The epic conclusion has arrived. Wicked: For Good was one of Kyle's most anticipated movies of the year. Listen to find out if the movie was able to match or surpass his anticipation. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:05 Wicked: For Good Review 1:16 - 12:47 Wicked: For Good Spoilers 12:57 - 26:08 Listener Mail and Outro 26:21 - 33:02 Question of the Week - What is your favourite Netflix series? If yo...

An Edgar Wright remake of The Running Man starring Glen Powell, what could go wrong? Listen to this week's review to find out if this remake has what it takes to be more than a recognizable title. Time codes Intro 0:00 - 1:04 The Running Man Review 1:15 - 12:04 The Running Man Spoilers 12:10 - 22:10 Listener Mail and Outro 22:23 - 28:05 Question of the Week - What Broadway musical would you li...

Dan Trachtenberg revitalized the Predator franchise with Prey. Predator: Killer of Killers was an interesting exploration that showcased the Predators at various points in human history. Predator: Badlands does something no other film in the franchise has done. It makes The Predator the main character. Listen to Kyle's review to find out if it worked. Time codes Intro 0:00 - 1:03 Predator: Bad...

Halloween is behind us, but there are two series worth discussing. One of Kyle's favourite Prime Video shows is back: Hazbin Hotel. Fingers crossed that the sophomore season can continue its greatness. And yes, of course, two It films were enough to adapt the Stephen King novel, but what about a prequel series that focuses on the history of Derry, Maine? Hear Kyle's thoughts on the first t...

Gen V Season 2 has come to an end, and if you weren't invested before, you will be now. Find out what Kyle thinks of this sophomore season and how it sets up the final season of The Boys. Time codes Intro 0:00 - 1:00 Gen V Season 2 Review 1:20 - 21:00 Listener Mail and Outro 21:14 - 27:23 Question of the Week - What is your favourite movie to watch on Halloween? If you want to stay informed on...

Did you ever wonder what it would be like to have Keanu Reeves as your guardian angel? Good Fortune answers that question and many more. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:08 Good Fortune Review 1:27 - 11:43 Good Fortune Spoilers 12:14 - 19:59 Listener Mail and Outro 20:12 - 26:33 Question of the Week - What obscure superpower would you want? If you want to stay informed on everything podcast-related, che...

Tron: Ares has finally been released in theatres, and this time, The Grid is coming to us. Kyle reviews the latest installment in the fairly well-received science fiction franchise. Find out if Jared Leto and crew can breathe new life into this computer program. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:14 Tron: Ares Review 1:32 - 10:38 Tron: Ares Spoilers 10:55 - 23:38 Listener Mail and Outro 23:42 - 30:29 Ques...

The DCU is just chugging along, and Peacemaker has finally concluded its second and likely last season. Dylan Pollack returns to discuss the season and whether it met his expectations. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 2:16 Peacemaker Season 2 Review 2:34 - 55:13 Outro 55:15 - 58:02 Question of the Week - What Disney Franchise would you like to see revitalized? If you want to stay informed on everything po...

Finally, after so many characters in brown and grey shirts, Dwayne Johnson tests out serious drama with a wrestling twist. This week's review is of course of: The Smashing Machine. Time codes Intro 0:00 - 1:08 The Smashing Machine Review 1:25 - 10:54 The Smashing Machine Spoilers 11:05 - 19:46 Listener Mail and Comments 20:00 - 24:20 Question of the Week - What Disney Franchise would you like...

What happens when Leonardo DiCaprio and Paul Thomas Anderson team up? The answer is One Battle After Another. Listen to what Kyle thought of the film on this week’s podcast. Time codes: Intro 0:00 - 1:40 One Battle After Another 1:56 - 17:51 Listener Mail and Outro 18:04 - 24:19 Question of the Week- What is your favourite Dwayne The Rock Johnson movie? If you want to stay informed on everything p...