The Judgemental Minds Society

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Dive into absolute cinema with this episode of The Judgemental Minds Society as we review the 1990 classic, The Hunt for Red October. We break down why Alec Baldwin is the ultimate Jack Ryan, explore John McTiernan's brilliant use of practical effects, and discuss the unmatched, claustrophobic...

We review The Death of Robin Hood, a dark reinvention of the legendary outlaw starring Hugh Jackman. The movie presents an aging Robin Hood haunted by his violent past and searching for redemption but does this grim deconstruction justify using the Robin Hood name? We discuss the promising opening, brutal action, beautiful cinematography, slow island storyline, Hugh Jackman’s performance, and why...

HOPE movie review: impressive filmmaking or an alien thriller that overstays its welcome? Hugo and Julien debate the Korean sci-fi film in a brutally honest episode of The Judgemental Minds Society. Hugo attempts to defend HOPE while Julien has already lost all hope. We break down the cinematography, alien designs, CGI, endless chase sequences and the shift from atmospheric mystery to monster mayh...

Does The Exorcist (1973) still deserve its reputation as the scariest movie ever made? In this Halloween episode of The Judgemental Minds Society, we revisit William Friedkin’s horror classic and debate what still works—and what feels less frightening today. From the haunting Iraq opening and Regan’s possession to Father Karras and the disturbing hospital scenes, we discuss the film’s performances...

Digger review with spoilers! Is Tom Cruise delivering one of the best performances of his career? Hugo and Julien discuss Alejandro González Iñárritu’s unconventional film, its shocking twists, and why they’re calling it a masterpiece. From Cruise’s extraordinary monologue to John Goodman and the ensemble cast, we break down the performances, the film’s play-within-a-film structure, and its emotio...

Is the new Resident Evil movie worth watching? Hugo and Julien clash over survival horror, video game fan service, and whether the film delivers real scares—or just a disposable popcorn ride. In this episode of The Judgemental Minds Society, we break down what works and what falls flat: jokes that undercut the tension, CGI monsters, echoes of The Thing, rushed pacing, and familiar Resident Evil de...

The dinosaurs might be the least of this family’s problems. In our spoiler-filled review of THE END OF OAK STREET, we discuss why the mystery, family drama, and prehistoric chaos didn’t work for us. We break down Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor’s characters, the CGI and cinematography, the J.J. Abrams mystery-box formula, and an ending that left us with more frustrations than answers. Could this h...

Is Confessions of a Dangerous Mind George Clooney’s best film as a director? In this episode, we revisit Clooney’s stylish 2002 directorial debut, written by Charlie Kaufman and starring Sam Rockwell as game-show producer Chuck Barris—a man who claimed to have lived a secret double life as a CIA assassin. We discuss the film’s unusual production history, Kaufman’s objections to the finished movie,...

Did you know Anthony Hopkins wasn't the first Hannibal Lecter? Today, we dive deep into Michael Mann’s 1986 neon-soaked masterpiece, Manhunter. In this episode, we break down why this stylish 80s thriller remains the ultimate Thomas Harris adaptation: The Remake: Why Manhunter outshines the 2002 Red Dragon remake. The Cast: Analyzing William Petersen's intense portrayal of Will Graham and Tom Noon...

Is The Furious really the martial arts comeback everyone says it is or just two hours of exhausting fight choreography with almost no story? In this spoiler-filled review, we break down The Furious, the international martial arts action movie featuring kung fu, judo, brutal stunt work, extended fight sequences, and a very serious rescue storyline. While many action fans have praised the movie’s ch...

Is the new Masters of the Universe movie worth watching or is it just a $200 million toy commercial? We review Travis Knight’s live-action adaptation starring Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man, Jared Leto as Skeletor, Camila Mendes as Teela, and Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms. We discuss the strange history of the Mattel toy line, the film’s massive budget, its confused target audience, the awkward comedy,...

Welcome back to The Judgemental Minds Society! In this episode, Hugo and I take a late-night trip into 1980s New York to review Martin Scorsese's cult classic, After Hours. Is it an underrated masterpiece or a slow-burn stress test? Here is what we cover in our review: A deep dive into the gritty, wet, and paranoid atmosphere of 1980s Soho. The history behind the production, including how Tim Burt...

Did Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi thriller, Disclosure, live up to the hype, or is the Hollywood dream machine officially broken? In this review, we break down the good, the bad, and the outright baffling decisions in this UFO chase movie. We debate whether the David Koepp script makes any sense in the modern internet era and tear into the heavily criticized CGI animals. Despite the rough edges...

We review the MiIs: the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic worth your time? We sat down to review "Michael," produced by Graham King, to see if it captures the true magic of the King of Pop. Despite some solid dance sequences from Jaafar Jackson, the movie ultimately falls flat for us. In this review, we cover: Why the family-approved script sanitizes his entire legacy. The jarring editing...

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is huge, beautiful, exhausting, pretentious and somehow it all works. Full video : https://youtu.be/_W5KrjH6gXY In this full spoiler review, we break down Nolan’s epic adaptation, including the incredible practical locations, IMAX cinematography, thunderous sound mix, rapid editing, controversial casting choices, and Matt Damon’s performance as Odysseus. Is this Nol...

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is huge, ambitious, visually impressive… and strangely emotionally distant. In this spoiler-heavy review, I break down why Matt Damon’s Odysseus never fully convinced me as the legendary warrior, master strategist, and deeply emotional hero from Homer’s epic. We also discuss the film’s overwhelming sound mix, frantic editing, underused IMAX photography, modern theme...

Welcome back to The Judgemental Minds Society! Today, Hugo and I are diving into Tim Burton's 2003 emotional masterpiece, Big Fish . We break down everything from the incredible cast to the deep father-son dynamics. Is this Burton's greatest cinematic achievement, or just another quirky tale? In this episode, we cover: Why Big Fish breaks the mold of traditional, gothic Tim Burton movies. The deep...

Is the new psychological thriller Obsession (2026) the ultimate horror story for modern men? Welcome back to The Judgemental Minds Society! In this episode, Hugo and I sit down to break down the internet's most talked-about indie movie. Directed by a YouTuber on a shoestring budget, this film flips the script on toxic relationships, modern dating, and power dynamics. We dive deep into why Gen Z me...

Full Video on our Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/RUtFepU5w5o Welcome back to The Judgemental Minds Society! This week, we are diving deep into what many consider the greatest film ever made: The Shawshank Redemption. Discover how this Stephen King adaptation directed by Frank Darabont went from a 1994 box office disaster to the undisputed king of VHS rentals. We break down the legendary casting...

Full video on our Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/lOv3tnmW3i4 We finally went to the theater to watch The Backrooms movie, and it completely subverted our expectations. Going from creepy internet lore to a full-budget cinematic release, this film easily could have been a disaster. Instead, it delivered a tense, slow-burn psychological horror experience that respected the audience's intelligence....

Full Video on our Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/TPsHr_oCOWk American Psycho: Masterpiece or Disaster? The Judgmental Minds Society Is Patrick Bateman the ultimate unreliable narrator? In today’s episode, we dive deep into the 2000 cult classic American Psycho. We explore Christian Bale's legendary performance, the film's "development hell" origins, and why it might actually be one of the funni...

Video Version on our Youtube Channel : https://youtu.be/Yn-RppJc6BU The Judgmental Minds Society: Misery (1990) Deep Dive Does Rob Reiner’s Misery still hold up as a masterpiece of suspense, or has it aged out of the conversation? In this episode, we break down the legendary performances of Kathy Bates and James Caan in one of the most iconic Stephen King adaptations of all time. Enjoyed the show?...

Is it possible for a movie to be 100% committed, technically well-shot, and yet completely ridiculous? (Watch the Video on Youtube : https://youtu.be/qXfW4Wf-lUk ) In this episode of The Judgemental Minds Society, we look back at Equilibrium. Released just a few years too late to beat the Matrix wave, it has since become a cult favorite for its uncompromising (and sometimes hilarious) dedication t...

We revisit the 1997 cult classic Suicide Kings to determine if it’s a hidden gem or a "Walmart-brand" Tarantino knockoff. We debate the direction, the script's pacing, and whether Christopher Walken’s performance is enough to save this low-budget thriller. In this episode of The Judgmental Mind Podcast, Julian and Hugo break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of Suicide Kings. Join us as we expl...

We analyze Ridley Scott’s 1989 neo-noir Black Rain. We explore the intense culture clash, the slick neon visuals, and whether Michael Douglas's performance holds up against the Yakuza backdrop in Osaka in this episode of The Judgemental Minds Society. Michael Douglas and Andy Garcia head to Osaka to break the rules and the law! 🌧️ I’m breaking down the gritty 1989 cult classic, Black Rain. Directe...