The Reel Lovers

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re wrapping up the year with a trip back to Barton Academy. On this final episode of The Reel Lovers, host Marley Silverbrand continues the journey through the Letterboxd Top 250 Narrative Films by diving into Alexander Payne’s 2023 masterpiece, The Holdovers. To help navigate this modern Christmas classic, we are thrilled to welcome a very special guest: Drake from Th...

This week on The Reel Lovers Podcast, Marley reaches a major milestone in his journey through the Letterboxd Top 250. To celebrate, he is tackling one of the most beloved films of all time: Frank Capra’s 1946 masterpiece, It’s a Wonderful Life. He is not navigating Bedford Falls alone for this one. Joining the show for the very first time is Drake, the host of The First Watch Podcast . Together, t...

Merry Christmas, Reel Lovers! 🎄🍿 Wrap up your holiday festivities with a very special gift from The Lobby. Today, we are bringing our M. Night Shyamalan Retrospective to a thrilling conclusion. After weeks of twists, turns, and signature cameos, we’ve finally reached the end of the road with a movie commentary episode for Shyamalan’s 2024 suspense-thriller, Trap. Whether you’re a longtime fan or...

The knock is polite, but the implications are world-ending. This week on The Lobby, Marley continues his extensive retrospective into the filmography of M. Night Shyamalan. We have reached the second installment of the director's "Trapped Trilogy," moving away from the sun-drenched nightmare of the beach and into the shadows of the forest for the 2023 thriller, Knock at the Cabin. To h...

Time is ticking away on The Lobby, and we aren’t just talking about the runtime. This week, Marley continues his ambitious journey through the twisty and polarizing filmography of M. Night Shyamalan with a look at the 2021 supernatural thriller, Old. To help navigate the rapid aging and existential dread of "The Beach That Makes You Old," Marley welcomes back a familiar voice and fan favor...

In this latest chapter of our ongoing M. Night Shyamalan retrospective series, The Lobby presents an in-depth analysis of the 2019 film Glass. While our journey through Shyamalan’s filmography continues in future episodes, this installment marks the definitive conclusion to the "unofficial" superhero trilogy that began nearly two decades ago. Special guests Peyton of The Apple Box Chronicl...

The Lobby's M. Night Shyamalan retrospective continues, and this week, we are locking down the chilling psychological thriller, Split (2016)! We are not facing The Horde alone, though. Joining Marley in The Lobby for a deep dive into James McAvoy's mesmerizing, multifaceted performance and Shyamalan's signature twists are Kale Smith from The Youth Critic Podcast and Peyton from The App...

Welcome back to The Lobby, the podcast where movie lovers dive deep into the films we can't stop talking about. Host Marley is joined this week by special guest and fellow film enthusiast, Andrew Herrera, as they continue their thrilling retrospective of the work of director M. Night Shyamalan. In this episode, they're stepping into the unsettling world of The Visit (2015). After a series...

This week, get ready for a cinematic feast as Marley welcomes back Vikash, host of the Cinema Pursuit podcast, for a very special Thanksgiving episode! They continue their deep dive into the Letterboxd Top 250 Narrative Films series with a discussion of Sidney Lumet's powerful 1957 directorial debut, 12 Angry Men. They will break down the courtroom classic, from the incredible ensemble cast to...

This week Marley welcomes back Peyton from The Apple Box Chronicles to continue our journey through the complex and often misunderstood filmography of M. Night Shyamalan! This week, we reach a true crossroads in the director's career with the ambitious, effects-heavy, and star-driven sci-fi adventure: 2013's After Earth. After Earth is famously an anomaly in the Shyamalan canon: he didn&#3...

Marley Silverbrand is joined by a very special guest this week: Peyton from The Apple Box Chronicles! It's time for one of the most enigmatic and essential films on their epic Letterboxd 250 journey as Marley and Peyton dive deep into David Lynch's 2001 masterpiece: Mulholland Drive. They unpack the dreams, the nightmares, the blue box, and the blinding Hollywood illusion that makes this n...

Welcome back to The Lobby! Host Marley continues his deep-dive into the filmography of M. Night Shyamalan with one of his most controversial films: the 2010 live-action adaptation, The Last Airbender. Joining Marley to dissect this cinematic lightning rod are two fantastic guests: Peyton from The Apple Box Chronicles and Kale Smith from The Youth Critic Podcast! The trio tackles the burning questi...

The summer movie season is officially over, and the box office has spoken! Host Marley of The Reel Lovers is joined by a blockbuster panel of podcasters to break down all the hits, misses, and surprises of the biggest season in cinema. Tune in as Marley, along with Meagan from the Tea and Popcorn Podcas t , Kale Smith from The Youth Critic Podcast , Vikash from The Commentary Podcast and The Cinem...

It's a crossover event! This week, Marley from The Reel Lovers Podcast is joined by special guest Kale Smith from The Youth Critic Podcast to break down every film they've watched from May to September 2025. They'll dive into the biggest blockbusters, the indie darlings, and the hidden gems you might have missed. From summer spectacle to surprise streaming hits, join them as they share...

It’s that time of year! On this special episode of The Lobby , Marley is joined by an all-star panel of movie minds—Seth from Movie Friends , Vikash from Cinema Pursuit , Meagan from Tea and Popcorn , and Kale Smith from The Youth Critic —for the Summer Movie Wager . Together, they go head-to-head trying to predict the Top 10 highest-grossing films of Summer 2025. Will superheroes still dominate?...

This week on The Lobby , Marley continues his deep dive into the mysterious, twist-filled world of M. Night Shyamalan with a retrospective look at one of the director’s most polarizing films: The Happening . Joining him for this wild ride is friend of the show Seth Vargas, host of Movie Friends Podcast . Together, they unpack the strange charm, infamous performances, and eco-horror ambitions of th...

Welcome back to The Lobby , a Reel Lovers Podcast! In this episode, Marley is joined once again by M. Night Shyamalan Superfan Peyton as they dive deeper into their ongoing Shyamalan retrospective series. This time, they take a long, mystical look at Lady in the Water — the 2006 fairy tale thriller that stirred up more than just the swimming pool. Is it a misunderstood masterpiece or a murky misst...

The Reel Lovers Podcast returns for an exciting Season 9 premiere! This time, Marley is joined by Kale Smith of The Youth Critic Podcast to explore Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away (2001), a breathtaking animated masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. They break down the film’s stunning visuals, deep symbolism, and timeless themes of identity, courage, and transformation. How d...

Step beyond the borders and into the mysterious world of The Village as The Lobby continues its deep dive into the filmography of M. Night Shyamalan! This episode, host Marley Silverbrand is joined by special guest Vikash, host of The Cinema Pursuit Podcast , to unpack the eerie atmosphere, layered performances, and the ever-divisive twist that has kept audiences talking for years. Is The Village...

This week on The Lobby, Marley welcomes back Alfie Amaya from Movie Ranking Twitter Space for a deep dive into M. Night Shyamalan's Signs (2002). Alfie's known for his insightful movie rankings, and he's bringing that analytical eye to this often-debated film. Join them as they dissect Signs , exploring specific elements like: The use of suspense: How does Shyamalan build tension and c...

It’s that time of year again for our annual State of The Reel Lovers episode! Apologies for the delay—January felt like the longest month for all of us. But despite everything happening in the world, we’ll continue to come together in this space to talk about movies, because, at the end of the day, that’s what we have. Looking ahead to 2025, you can expect two episodes a week on this feed—every Mo...

Join Marley as he delves deeper into the Letterboxd Top 250 Narrative Films with the critically acclaimed 2022 masterpiece, "Everything Everywhere All At Once." This mind-bending, multiverse-hopping adventure won over audiences and critics alike with its unique blend of action, comedy, and heart. In this episode, Marley is joined by special guest Tyler Rezentes (@Tylerthefilmmaker), a fell...

Is Unbreakable M. Night Shyamalan's hidden masterpiece? On this episode of The Lobby, a Reel Lovers Podcast, we delve into the grounded superhero origin story starring Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson. Host Marley welcomes Kale from The Youth Critic Podcast and self-proclaimed #1 Shyamalan fan Peyton to break down the film's themes, performances, and iconic twist. Join us as we explore t...

Welcome to The Lobby, A Reel Lovers Podcast, where we celebrate the magic of movies and dive deep into the cinematic worlds that have captured our hearts. In this episode, we embark on a thrilling retrospective of M. Night Shyamalan's captivating films, beginning with his groundbreaking masterpiece, The Sixth Sense (1999). Join your hosts, Marley and special guest Martin (Van Watches Movies),...

Welcome back to The Lobby, where your host Marley is joined by the insightful Alfie Amaya from the Movie Ranking Twitter Space to dissect the latest thriller from M. Night Shyamalan, "Trap" (2024). Prepare to be captivated as we navigate the film's twists and turns, unravel its enigmatic plot, and delve into the signature Shyamalan suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat. We&#...