The Reel View with Blaine Ward

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Johnny go through Ryan Reynolds filmography and break down his career from his highest highs to the lowest lows. 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

In this episode Blaine and returning guests Brendan and Ben break down all 5 Scream films taking a look back at the highs and lows of the meta slasher franchise.  Timecodes: (2:10) Scream (24:05) Scream 2 (43:40) Scream 3 (57:15) Scream 4 (1:11:43) Scream 5 (1:41:55) Ben Scream Ranking (1:46:03) Brendan Scream Ranking (1:48:44) Blaine Scream Ranking Intro Music: Happy Days by Simon Folwar Int...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Jaden talk about the recent PTA release Licorice Pizza, from the charming performances, to the awards chances that it might have. They then revisit another PTA joint, Punch Drunk Love. They talk Adam Sandler, frequent flyer miles, and why this holds up to this day. They then end by gushing about what 2022 movie they are excited for. Timecodes: 0:00 Licorice...

In this episode Blaine wrangles all 20 of his guests into talking about what their favorite movie of the year was as well as a wild card pick which ranges from another favorite, to something bad, to underrated. Let the madness commence! Timecodes: (0:00) Blaine- Dune, Matrix Resurrections         Sydney- Cruella, Vivo (3:03) Chase- Nine Days, Together,Togeth...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Elliott finally discuss Tom Holland and the MCU's interpretation of Spider-Man including the recently released and highly anticipated No Way Home. Afterwards in time for the holidays they reveal their top 5 favorite Christmas movies. Timecodes (0:00) Spider-Man: Homecoming (22:42) Spider-Man: Far From Home (39:52) Spider-Man: No Way Home (SPOILERS) (1:06:10...

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Jake talk about Steven Spielberg's adaptation of West Side Story, musicals, and why the box office results were underwhelming before jumping into a retrospective of the Marc Webb Spider-Man duology.  Timecodes: (1:53) West Side Story (19:25) Amazing Spider Man (37:19) Amazing Spider Man 2

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Aaron breakdown the Sam Raimi Spider-Man trilogy, what works, what doesn't, and why they stand the test of time compared to other superhero movies. They then pivot to talk Akira Kurosawa's Dreams, a unique anthology, about life and death, and somehow not about being forced to go to school with no pants. Timecodes: (1:10) Spider Man (19:57) Spider Man 2 (3...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Phi talk about Taylor Swift's new album and her music video for All Too Well. They then break down the cult classic Jennifer's Body, its initial failure and resurgence, the timely themes, the legacy of Megan Fox, and why this is elevated among other slasher flicks. Timecodes: 1:45 All Too Well and Taylor Swift 11:34 Jennifer’s Body Discussion

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Zach discuss the Netflix One Piece adaptation and if that could honor the original, before diving into the most divisive MCU project to date: Eternals. Afterwards they visit the 90's classic Face/Off and why despite the odds, the movie freakin rules. Timecodes 0:00 One Piece 10:47 Eternals (SPOILERS) 34:40 Face/Off Discussion

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brett break down the new releases: Wes Anderson's charming ode to journalism, The French Dispatch, and Edgar Wrights first foray into horror, Last Night in Soho. Lines will be crossed, Friendships will be broken, Opinions will be divisive! After that they both frantically discuss Scott Pilgrim vs the World and why it has endured to this day. Timecodes: 5:...

BIG WORM! MULTIPASS! In this episode Blaine and returning guest Cassidy talk about the recently released Dune, what it gets right, how it holds up as an adaptation, and what they want from part II (thank god they announced it). They then rewind the clock to 1997 and talk about the cult classic The Fifth Element and how it feels like a breath of fresh air in a landscape of sci-fi worlds and stories...

In this episode Blaine and returning guests Ben and Brendan finish what they started and cover the second half of the Halloween franchise. Watch them hit high highs and staggering lows with different masks, timelines, and characters to balance. After covering all of them including the new Halloween Kills, they then each rank every Halloween movie from worst to best. Timecodes: 1:04 H20: 20 Years L...

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brent work their way through all 5 of Daniel Craig's James Bond movies and the ups and downs of his run. They talk Bond songs, Bond villains, and where the future of 007 could go... Timecodes: 9:25 Casino Royale 26:25 Quantum of Solace 36:59 Skyfall 57:06 Spectre 1:09:37 No Time To Die (SPOILER FREE) 1:16:31 No Time To Die (SPOILERS) 1:34:36 Top Bond Movi...

In this episode Blaine and returning guests Ben and Brendan talk about the Halloween movies. What starts out as a enthusiastic conversation descends into madness as the sequels continue. Timecodes: 7:25 Halloween 23:09 Halloween II 40:01 Halloween III: Season of the Witch 52:51 Halloween 4: Return of Michael Meyers 1:05:57 Halloween 5: Revenge of Michael Meyers 1:16:16 Halloween: Curse of Michael...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Taylor talk about some trailers for fall movie season that they look forward to. They then talk about the incredibly divisive film adaptation of Dear Evan Hansen where they break down the positives and negatives and why the reaction is so strong. Afterwards they rave about Tim Burton's Sweeney Todd and if it is one of the best musical movies ever. Timecodes...

ITS DADPOD TIME! In this episode Blaine and special guest Adam break down the hilarious Mario casting before jumping into Moneyball. They talk Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, sports stats and why this was such a gripping film. They then talk about athletic performances and end with a Mount Rushmore of sports movies. Timecodes: 3:12 Mario Casting 9:05 Moneyball Discussion 26:01 Athletic Performances 34:59 T...

In this episode Blaine and special guest Taylor talk about the new Spider-Man trailer, their mixed response to Shang-Chi, then dive into a Damien Chazelle double feature of Whiplash and La La Land and why they are two of the best movies of the 2010's. Timestamps: 1:04 Spider-Man trailer 12:02 Shang-Chi 29:05 Whiplash Discussion 49:24 La La Land Discussion

In this episode Blaine and returning guest Brett cover a lot of bases talking about What If and all the cool scenarios the show can bring. They talk Respect and the pros and cons of music biopics, Free Guy and the divisive opinions on Ryan Reynolds and video game movies. They then look back on Jojo Rabbit and why its a coming of age classic. Timecodes: 2:29 What If? 15:49 Respect 22:28 Free Guy 34...

In this episode Blaine and returning guests Ben and Brendan talk about James Gunn's gleefully insane The Suicide Squad, talking about favorite characters, moments, and why this works so well. They also talk about the highs and lows of the Kick-Ass duology, from how it impacted R-rated cape flicks to how a potential sequel could wrap up loose ends. Timecodes: 0:00 The Suicide Squad 24:54 Kick Ass 4...

In this episode, Blaine and returning guest Jimmy use their film degrees to look back on Megamind, why it's underrated, how it subverts expectations, and their picks if they could recast for a live action remake. They then completely lose all sanity and discuss The Boss Baby II and try to break down the lore of the universe, whether or not God exists in this universe, and babies. Timecodes: 1:01 M...

In this episode, Blaine and special guest Ronnie talk about the new Space Jam sequel and how it compares to the original. They then discuss the cult classic Scarface, how it holds up, where it ranks in gangster movies, and whether or not a remake could work. Timecodes: 1:32 Space Jam 19:30 Scarface Discussion

In this episode Blaine and special guest Tavis break down the Loki finale in spoiler-y fashion and wonder what the direction the show will take in the future. They review the new Black Widow movie then discuss Django Unchained and why it works so well. Timecodes: 1:11 Loki Finale 11:45 Black Widow 25:00 Django Unchained Discussion

In this episode Blaine and special guest Aaron break down the first Fear Street installment, then go through all the Pixar movies offering a variety of hot takes and what ifs examining the legacy of the studio. They then discuss Tampopo, a food movie with a lot more to offer under the surface. Timecodes: 1:58 Fear Street 9:40 Pixar Retrospective         &nbs...

In this special episode Blaine and returning guest Chase give guesses to where the Loki show might go before diving into a huge retrospective of all 10 Fast and Furious movies including the recent F9. They then discuss Grease and whether or not this classic musical stands the test of time. Timecodes 1:00 Loki 8:54 The Fast Saga Retrospective         -11:48 T...

In this episode, Blaine and special guest Cassidy discuss the recent Disney movies of the summer Cruella and Luca before doing a 360-degree U-turn to discuss the R-rated Kevin Smith joint Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back! Snoochie Boochies! Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 1:50 Cruella 12:45 Luca 28:05 Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back Discussion