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Well, Mark was at Comicpalooza over the Memorial Day weekend, and somehow wound up moderating a Star Wars panel on the fly. THIS IS THE WAY... BACK TO THEATERS: THE FUTURE OF STAR WARS And what you're about to experience is the result of that panel. Enjoy. We all did. ~~~~~ You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com . Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on: Fac...

We know you're seeing all kinds of typically hyperbolic takes on this one: STAR WARS: THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU 132 Minutes, Rated PG-13 Written by Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Noah Kloor Directed by Jon Favreau Synopsis : Once a lone bounty hunter, Mandalorian Din Djarin and his apprentice Grogu embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure. But what is an actual, reasonable take on this film, witho...

Less than 2 weeks away from our road trip to Houston, Tx, for COMICPALOOZA as members of the Podcast Track. We're looking forward to talking about a lot of great movies and taking part in some additional panels, as well. Friend of the show Craig Price from MATINEE HEROES is here to help Mark get prepped for his first trip to this long-running and respected event. ~~~~~ You can read more reviews an...

Concert movies are drawing people back into theaters, probably because even at premium rates, they're still FAR cheaper than actual tour tickets, and easier to get. Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft – The Tour Live in 3D 114 Minutes, Rated PG-13 Written by Tarik Mikou, Billie Eilish Directed by James Cameron, Billie Eilish Synopsis : An accompanying 3D concert film, documenting the Manchester sh...

I saw the trailer for The Sheep Detectives a couple months ago on a lovely date night with my wife. I couldn’t believe it when I leaned over and told her “I don’t know why, but I want to see that.” THE SHEEP DETECTIVES 109 Minutes, Rated PG Written by Craig Mazin, Leonie Swann Directed by Kyle Balda Synopsis : Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand...

After 20 years, Anne Hathaway returns to Runaway magazine to cross swords with Meryl Streep: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 119 Minutes, Rated PG-13 Written by Aline Brosh McKenna, Lauren Weisberger Directed by David Frankel Synopsis : As Miranda Priestly nears retirement, she reunites with Andy Sachs to face off against her former assistant turned rival: Emily Charlton. Was this sequel worth the wait? L...

Why is it the only mummy movies that have had any measure of success in the last 30 years are the (first two) ones starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz? Lee Cronin's The Mummy 134 Minutes, Rated R Written and Directed by Lee Cronin Synopsis: The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace. Eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she is returned to the...

Great news for us today, as we have been accepted into the Podcaster Program for this year's Comicpalooza! Check out their website at comicpalooza.com for guest and ticket information! ~~~~~ You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com . Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on: Facebook (@vsmoviepodcast) ( https://facebook.com/vsmoviepodcast ) X (@vsmoviepodcast)...

The Super Mario Bros Movie was a not-unsurprising hit, so it was only natural for Universal to want a sequel. And here it is. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie 98 Minutes, Rated PG Written by Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic, Pierre Leduc Directed by Matthew Fogel Synopsis: Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom. But can...

After the unexpectedly bonkers first film, we didn't feel as though a second was possible or necessary... But after seeing the trailer, we become cautiously optimistic. READY OR NOT 2: HERE I COME 108 Minutes, Rated R Written by Guy Busick, R. Christopher Murphy, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett Synopsis: After surviving one deadly game, Grace and her sister F...

A big winner out of the Sundance Film Festival, A24 snapped this one up quick and now it's in theaters for your viewing (and listening) pleasure: UNDERTONE 93 minutes, Rated R Written by Ian Tuason Directed by Ian Tuason   Synopsis: The host of a popular paranormal podcast becomes haunted by terrifying recordings mysteriously sent her way. Is it worth the hype? Let's find out. ~~~~~ You can r...

Maggie Gyllenhaal is here with a tremendous cast (Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale) and inspiration from on of the greatest horror novels ever written to give us: THE BRIDE! 126 Minutes, Rated R Written by Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mary Shelley Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal Synopsis : In 1930s Chicago, Frankenstein asks Dr. Euphronius to help create a companion. They give life to a murdered woman as the...

Big announcement today from Nathan Fillion and his former (?) shipmates: FIREFLY RETURNS! Sure, it's in animated form, and sure, they don't have an actual commitment from a distribution outlet yet... But HEY! It's back. ~~~~~ You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com . Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on: Facebook (@vsmoviepodcast) ( https://facebook.com/vs...

Blasting into theaters Friday, March 20, Ryan Gosling tries to save the world in PROJECT HAIL MARY 156 Minutes, Rated PG-13 Written by Drew Goddard, Andy Weir Directed by Phil Lord & Christopher Miller Synopsis : Science teacher Ryland Grace wakes up on a spaceship light-years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his missi...

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Whelp... lots of people have lots to say about this one, the latest from Disney/Pixar: HOPPERS 105 Minutes, Rated PG Written by Daniel Chong Directed by Daniel Chong, Jesse Andrews Synopsis : A 19-year-old animal lover uses technology that places her consciousness into a robotic beaver to uncover mysteries within the animal world beyond her imagination. Yes, you could compare it to the Avatar film...

A24? Check. Glen Powell? Check. Margaret Qualley? Check. What could possibly disappoint us about this one? HOW TO MAKE A KILLING 105 Minutes, Rated R Written and Directed by John Patton Ford   Synopsis : Disowned at birth by his obscenely wealthy family, blue-collar Becket Redfellow will stop at nothing to reclaim his inheritance, no matter how many relatives stand in his way. Let's bump off...

Well, Valentine’s Day is here again, and with it, in addition to what I am sure are at least a dozen “new” Hallmark Channel movies, we get a couple Hollywood entries at the box office. First up: "WUTHERING HEIGHTS" 136 Minutes, Rated R Written by Emerald Fennell, Emily Bronte Directed by Emerald Fennell Synopsis : A passionate and tumultuous love story set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moo...

Mark and Ryan join forces, for the first time in the same room, to discuss two new films: MERCY and DRACULA Sure, the dynamic is different (or is it?), but the discussion is just as good as ever. But are the movies...? ~~~~~ You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com . Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on: Facebook (@vsmoviepodcast) ( https://facebook.com/vsm...

This is it. Listen as Mark and Ryan talk about their time screening films at the last Park City based SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL How were the movies? How was the atmosphere? Listen to find out. ~~~~~ You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com . Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on: Facebook (@vsmoviepodcast) ( https://facebook.com/vsmoviepodcast ) X (@vsmoviepodc...

The boys both love Sam Raimi movies, and who doesn't love Rachel McAdams, who reteams with Sam after Doctor Strange: in the Multiverse of Madness for SEND HELP 113 Minutes, Rated R Written by Damian Shannon & Mark Swift Directed by Sam Raimi Synopsis : Two colleagues become stranded on a deserted island, the only survivors of a plane crash. On the island, they must overcome past grievances and...

This one has been on our radar since 2025's 28 Years Later, and we've been a bit psyched to see Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell chew up this entry in the 28 franchise. Alex Garland is writing this one again, so let's get right into it: 28 DAYS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE 109 Minutes, Rated R Written by Alex Garland Directed by Nia DiCosta Synopsis : As Spike is inducted into Jimmy Crystal's gang on th...

The guys start off 2026 with two films in theaters TODAY, January 9: GREENLAND 2: MIGRATION and IS THIS THING ON? These are two very different movies, and we generally enjoyed one of them more than the other. Continue on to find out which is what, and why. ~~~~~ GREENLAND 2: MIGRATION 98 Minutes, Rated PG-13 Written by Mitchell LaFortune, Chris Sparling Directed by Ric roman Waugh Synopsis: The su...

Well, it's the end of the year, so we thought we'd talk about the upcoming Awards Season as members of the UTAH FILM CRITICS ASSOCIATION. We discuss a few of the bigger categories and whether we'd make some changes to the nominees. Oh, and now we have to talk about AVATAR: FIRE AND ASS ASH Enjoy. ~~~~~ You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com . Please LIKE,...

Our (likely) last two film reviews of 2025 both feature the amazing and talented Amanda Seyfried. THE HOUSEMAID and THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE These are two very dissimilar films, as you’ll find out, so let’s get started. ~~~~~ You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com . Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on: Facebook (@vsmoviepodcast) ( https://facebook.com/vs...