The Reel View with Blaine Ward

In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Chase talk about the recent Shazam sequel, how it compares to the first, and what DC's plans are for this universe. They then pivot to talk about the recent Academy Award ceremony and the winners of all the categories. Is All Quiet overrated? Is the EEAAO sweep deserved? Tune in to find out! Timecodes: (0:00) Shazam! Fury of the Gods (22:47) The 2023...

In this episode, its a wonderful day for the Ward Awards where Blaine and a panel of previous guests (including Chase and Brett and Brent from the Cine-Rivals podcast) break down what they think the best performances and achievements of 2022. Witness the chaos unfold as they reveal nominations and winners for a bunch of categories and debate a numerous amount of takes. Timecodes: (0:00) Opening Ce...

In this episode, Blaine and special guest AJ break down the divisive Hollywood epic Babylon. They discuss the performances snd structure, the insane debauchery on display, and if it really is the ode to cinema that some people frame it as. Afterwards, they both create a list of the movies that they look forward to in this new year. Timecodes: (0:00) Babylon SPOILERS (53:38) Top 10 Anticipated Movi...

In this episode, Blaine and special guest Nico ring in the new year by talking about two surprisingly solid January releases: the new horror-comedy M3gan which has take the world by storm and the new Gerard Butler action epic Plane. They then break down all the nominations for this years Oscars ceremony along with picks and predictions. Where's Jackass Forever? The people demand an answer!!! Timec...

In this episode, Blaine grabs the guest that were on in the past year to talk about their favorite movies of the year. From space whales to murderous holiday icons, from bat-men to basements, and fighter jets to hot dog fingers, let the madness commence! Timecodes: (0:00) Blaine - EEAAO/RRR             Sydney -Glass Onion/Avatar: The Way...

In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Will talk about the new Avatar film from James Cameron. They talk about the ballsy story decisions, the beautiful imagery, and the blockbuster landscape that these movies fit into before jumping into what the best Water movies are. What does that mean? Find out! Timecodes: (0:00) Avatar: The Way of Water SPOILERS (55:10) Top 5 Water Movies Intro Music: H...

So many movies! In this episode, Blaine and recurring guest Chase talk about an onslaught of films we got over the Thanksgiving Holiday ranging from awards fare to murder mysteries, animated adventures to (checks notes) cannibal romances? Tune in to hear our opinions on all these movies! Can we spread them out next year please? Timecodes: (3:34) She Said (11:41) Devotion (20:10) The Menu (29:18) S...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Nick run through some of the films that have released in the past couple weeks from black atoms to black panthers and banshees to blondes. They talk about what they liked and didn't like and then they look forward to what the rest of the year holds. Timecodes: (5:37) Black Adam (20:24) Triangle of Sadness (28:15) Blonde (33:09) Aftersun (40:32) Decision to...

In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brendan break down the finale to the lega-sequel horror trilogy Halloween Ends where they talk about their mixed reactions, how this functions as a trilogy capper and whether or not it was satisfying. Afterwards they decide to go through the past decade of horror films from 2012 to 2022 and pick their favorite horror movies of each year.  Timecodes:...

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Nathan talk about the hotly anticipated Don't Worry Darling where they navigate their feelings on the reveals, the cast, and the behind the scenes drama that everyone has been talking about. Afterwards they both bring some of their favorite psychological thrillers to the table. Timecodes: (0:00) Don’t Worry Darling (5:47) SPOILERS (33:50) The Drama (47:19...

In this episode Blaine and recurring guest Brent stick by a strict code and dress up in their best suits to first discuss Barbarian, the surprise horror hit without giving away the numerous surprises in store. They then talk about Heat, one of the best crime movies ever made and why it still holds up while also talking about the book sequel and fan casting a remake. Afterward the guys give their t...

In this episode Blaine, returning guest Ronnie, and special guest Charles devise a list of 32 space movies and face them off in a tournament style bracket to figure out what the best space movie is. Friendships will be broken, insults will be hurled, and lines will be crossed. What could take home the crown? Alien? Star Wars? Contact? Listen and find out! Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (2:24) The Players...

In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Brendan celebrate the 50th episode of the pod by first breaking down Nope, and how Jordan Peele is becoming one of the best filmmakers working today. They then turn their eyes to The Room, Tommy Wiseau's masterpiece of bad cinema and the biopic of how the Room was made, The Disaster Artist. Timecodes: (1:05) Nope SPOILERS (25:38) The Room (46:42) The Dis...

In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Brett go through a bunch of TV shows and movies from this summer in spoiler fashion, from the insane confidence of The Boys, to the divisive aspects of Obi-Wan. After discussing Elvis and Minions, they launch into an argument about the newly released Thor film, its merit, the tone, and the state of the MCU. Timecodes: (2:44) Obi-Wan Kenobi (16:08) Strang...

In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Beth chat about all 4 Toy Story movies, recapping favorite moments and characters before turning to Lightyear, a movie that few can describe what the movie actually is...  Timecodes: (5:25) Toy Story (15:46) Toy Story 2 (23:18) Toy Story 3 (35:04) Toy Story 4 (40:56) Lightyear Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free fo...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Will break down a bunch of new and exciting tv shows and movies. They give spoiler free thoughts on Kenobi, the new Disney+ Star Wars show and the first half of the 4th season of Stranger Things. They then blast off to talk the long awaited Top Gun sequel and why it absolutely rules. Finally they wrap up by listing their favorite Tom Cruise movies and why h...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Emma talk about the highs and lows of animated sequels which each of them bring their own top 5 lists to the table. Revelations, betrayals, and confessions lie ahead. Is Madagascar the weirdest trilogy of all time? Whats the best Toy Story sequel? Remember direct to dvd Disney sequels? All will be revealed... Timecodes: (0:00) The Bad (34:13) The Good Intro...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Kyler completely sell out and revoke their film student cards by talking about all things Marvel. They discuss the first season of Moon Knight and how it stacks up to the other Disney Plus shows. They then talk about the new Sam Raimi directed Doctor Strange sequel where they wonder whether the visual style of an auteur can outweigh the mechanics of Kevin F...

In this episode Blaine and special guest and Percy Jackson aficionado Hannah revisit the cinematic attempt to bring the beloved Percy Jackson series to the big screen with The Lightning Thief and Sea of Monsters. After treading through rough territory, they then talk about what they want from the DIsney+ show, how to adapt the story correctly, and a fancasting that proves Blaine might not be as go...

In this episode Blaine and special guest LK give a hearty recommendation for the multiverse action movie Everything Everywhere All At Once (GO WATCH IT PLEASE) before diving into the cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show. They discuss Tim Curry, Time-Warps, the legacy of this movie, and how this holds up. Timecodes:  (0:00) Everything Everywhere All At Once (7:30) The Rocky Horror Picture Sh...

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Taylor talk about the craziest Oscar ceremony in recent memory. They recount the much debated Slap, talk about the highs and lows of the ceremony before jumping into the winners. Can this ceremony be salvaged? Did Oscar really slap Marty? Is this the last Oscars? Timecodes: (0:00) The Slap (11:03) The Ceremony (22:34) The Winners (1:03:23) What Now? Intro...

In this episode Blaine grabs Brett and Brent from the Cine-Rivals podcast to talk about every Best Animated Picture Oscar competition from 2001 to 2021. They talk about the winners, losers and snubs while touching on various subjects like the value of a 4th Toy Story, Shrek's cultural footprint, and how Rango absolutely rules. Listen to the Cine-Rivals podcast wherever you find your podcasts! Intr...

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brendan gush about The Batman in spoiler fashion, from the refreshing tone to the performances to the best moments of the film. They then decide to rank all theatrical Batman actors all the way from Adam West to Robert Pattinson. Chaos ensues! Timecodes: (0:00) The Batman SPOILER Discussion (54:55) Batmen Ranked Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Int...

In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Jimmy discuss the new HBO show Peacemaker, John Cena and their mutual affection for James Gunn. They then rank the DC films from Snyder cuts, to female directed outings, to sheer campy craziness. Timecodes: (0:00) Peacemaker (39:12) DC Rankings Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/sim...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Nathan chat about the recent Oscar nominations. They talk about predictions, snubs, the strange host decision and the relevancy of the Oscars in 2022. Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Intro Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/happy-days License code: DCMY2VXKQKZ65U3J