The Film Room

Have you ever thought that someone around you is actually an alien in disguise? Well they could be, but don't worry because we're keeping a close eye on them. This 1997 comedy was a huge hit that spawned sequels, remakes, and amusement park rides. We praise the chemistry of Will Smith & Tommy Lee Jones, discuss the unexpected deep moment of the movie, relive all the funniest moments, a...

The highest grossing movie franchise of all time is back with its 3rd trip to Pandora, but does it still have more to offer? James Cameron introduces a new tribe to the world we all love and the visuals we've come to expect from the series continue to deliver, but this film is far from perfect. We talk about which characters are the most interesting, the disappointing repetition, the unwarrant...

We jump back to the world of 1950s table tennis and discuss the highly anticipated new release of Josh Safdie's sports drama. An insanely chaotic ride of a film that will make you laugh, cringe, and definitely entertain. Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tyler the creator, and Kevin O'Leary all bounce off each other in spectacular fashion in a story that never stops moving. We get into h...

The year is coming to an end and so we look back on the new releases that came out and see how it was. We start off with the year at large then get into our list of films that exceeded our expectations. Next, we talk about the films that disappointed and then go through each of our top 5 movies of the year. We finish the episode with a game of Guess Who: The Movie Edition so get in here and let&#3...

We head to the dangerous warzone of Iraq to disarm bombs and buy DVDs as we dive into this 2009 war drama. Winning 6 Oscars, this film was very well received by critics for its unsettling moments, incredible performances, and unapologetic depiction of PTSD. Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, Ralph Fiennes, and Guy Pierce bring the emotional characters to life through Kathryn Bigelow's insanely ten...

The deadly viper assassination squad has betrayed us. Join us on our quest for revenge as we fight alongside the bride in this iconic action film. The Whole Bloody Affair, both parts of Quentin Tarantino's only series, hit theatres for the first time ever. In this episode we talk about Deion's experience at the 4.5 hour screening, what makes this movie so much more than just a bloody slash...

Are you in need of a cure for the temptation of Eve's apple? We jump into this brand new whodunnit from the modern king of the genre, Rian Johnson. Another all star cast led by Daniel Craig, Josh Brolin, Jeremy Renner, Mila Kunis, and Josh O'Connor continues this series' mashup of eccentric characters around an unsolvable crime. We get into the depth within the mystery, the subtle diff...

If you're looking to rent 2 friends to talk movies with, then you've come to the right place. We dive into this heartwarming drama that brings smiles, tears, and laughs. Brendan Fraser goes through a well crafted story of human connection, building relationships along the way and exploring the ethics of this interesting industry. We get into the effectiveness of the 3 main storylines, unpa...

We join a billion dollar reality show and break down this brand new adaptation of one of the many Stephen King classics. Glenn Powell leads the way, meeting the likes of Michael Cera and Josh Brolin throughout his journey. We talk about Powell's power as a leading man, the fun stuff we've come to expect from Edgar Wright, the unfortunate choices made toward the end of the film, and much mo...

Join is in the 1400s as we reassemble the parts and inject life into this brand new take on a legendary classic. Guillermo Del Toro brings Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, and Cristoph Waltz together to tell his version of the classic tale we all know and love. We talk about the ways this film matches and differs from the original book, the interesting yet simple way they get the action and go...

Join us in the city of stars as we sing and dance our way into this 2016 critical and box office mega hit. Damien Chazelle, coming off his breakout debut "Whiplash" brings big bright energy to very similar themes. Emma Stone & Ryan Gosling star in this very nuanced love story that takes you on an intense journey of connection and success. We talk about the changing feel of the world,...

You don't have to wait until dark to start listening to this episode because we're daypodcasters. In honour of Halloween, we asked our listeners what movie to cover and they chose this 1998 action packed vampire story. Wesley Snipes brings so much fight, but little energy to this dark and badass vampire slayer. We get into the different types of vampires and how the rules are communicated,...

Join us in the farms as we dig our way into this 2009 comedy that is the kids movie for adults. Wes Anderson expands on one of his favourite childhood stories and introduces real internal conflicts in a world of talking animals and cartoonish antagonists. George Clooney, Meryl Streep, and Willem Dafoe star among the signature all star cast of the director. We talk about what makes this world so gr...

Do you want to become a member of the Christmas Adventurers? Then join us as we discuss the highly rated satirical action comedy that is so fresh and fun. Paul Thomas Anderson has made his name with heart wrenching dramas and powerful films but he zags this time and gives us an over-the-top adventure that sizzles as Leonardo Dicaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, and Teyana Taylor embody some ridi...

Fall is here, which means it’s the perfect time to build your ultimate fall movie bucket list. In this episode, we’re sharing 16 must-watch movies that capture every fall mood — from cozy comfort picks to spooky-but-fun Halloween classics, full-on scary slashers and paranormal horrors, and nostalgic fall vibes movies that take you right back to crisp October nights. Scott is away on vacation but D...

We get airdropped onto a secluded island with no way of escape. Miraculously, there are the means to watch movies on the island but we're hit with the dilemma of only getting 5 movies from the 2000s to bring with us. From cutting edge superhero films to convoluted mysteries, we go through the draft process of selecting our movies and why they made the cut. We then quickly go through some honor...

What are we willing to sacrifice to make this podcast the GOAT? We answer that question as we dive into the brand new sports horror film starring Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, and Julia Fox. Produced by Jordan Peele, this film hasn't garnered the praise that all of his other projects have, but is that rightfully so? We talk about how the intriguing premise could've been done better, praise the fil...

We hit record and don't get under 3mph for the entirety of the episode through fear of execution. Francis Lawrence's brand new horror is here and it delivers in ways that neither of us expected going in. Based on one of Stephen King's first books, this film follows a terrifying premise through deep and real characters. We talk about the ebbs and flows of the linear story, debate whethe...

The 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival is here and we were there for opening weekend. One of the biggest of the festival tour is the hotspot for world premieres, stars on the red carpet, and Oscar influencing response. We talk about our overall experience of the weekend, give spoiler-free reviews of the 3 films we saw, and have some words for the pretentious movie community. T...

This week we go back to 1970s Colorado Springs to infiltrate one of the most famous hate groups ever. Spike Lee teams up with John David Washington and Adam Driver to deliver an interesting tone to this absolutely crazy set of events that is actually based on a true story. We talk about why the feel really works in this context, some classic symbolism we've come to expect from the director, th...

We head right to the French front line of WWI as we dive into this 2022 adaptation of the original anti-war story. If you think going to war would be glorious and rewarding, watch this film. Edward Berger delivers a powerful view of a group of German soldiers that quickly find out war isn't what they expected it to be. We dive deep into the heavy themes of the movie, how it delivered on the cl...

Well you know, for us, the podcasting is the juice. We head to LA to take down scores and settle some debts as we dive into Michael Mann's 1995 all-timer. Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Val Kilmer are the stars of this masterpiece that takes us through a gripping story of detail, mastery, and bloodshed. We talk about the incredible performances, how Mann tells us so much without exposition, wh...

Last night at 2:17am we got up out of our beds, went downstairs, opened the front door, walked out into the darkness, and recorded a podcast. Don't be afraid, join us for a great conversation on Zach Cregger's new thriller/horror starring Josh Brolin & Julia Garner. An excellent trailer made this one of the most anticipated new releases of the year and it absolutely delivers in every w...

We fly from Mexico to LA with half a milly in our bags as we jump into Quentin Tarantino's 1997 crime film. Pam Grier, Samuel L Jackson, Robert de Niro, and Michael Keaton play different characters that are so full of life in a story that is so unpredictable you just strap in for the ride and have fun. In this episode we talk about why this movie is underrated among Tarantino's filmography...

Galactus needs to eat, he's set his sights on earth, and we've come to save the day! Marvel is back with the introduction of these beloved characters into the mcu and they actually stuck the landing! Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach bring these loveable characters to life with a story that's constantly moving and visuals that are made for the big screen...