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Beyond the scandal and salaciousness, “Gossip” offers a fascinating look at the power of rumor and reputation. We're dissecting Davis Guggenheim's film, exploring the themes it raises, and analyzing the performances of its impressive ensemble cast: James Marsden, Lena Headey, Kate Hudson, Joshua Jackson, and more! Joining in on this juicy discussion of the power of rumors is Mark J. Parker of the Release Date Rewind podcast, the perfect companion to hop on this entertaining game of telephone gone wrong. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on this often-overlooked gem. 

Link For Guests: Release Date Rewind

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Still Sharp, Still Savage, Still Satirical! Join us as we dissect Mary Harron's controversial and iconic adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis's “American Psycho.” From Christian Bale's career-defining performance as Patrick Bateman to the film's razor-sharp commentary on yuppie culture and consumerism, we explore why this psychological horror/black comedy hybrid continues to resonate (and shock) audiences 25 years later. We'll delve into the brilliant work of Harron and screenwriter Guinevere Turner, the stellar supporting cast including Willem Dafoe, Jared Leto, Reese Witherspoon, and more, and unpack the film's enduring legacy as a dark masterpiece. Is it a biting satire? A disturbing portrait of madness? Or both? Listen in to find out!

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This week's movie news is PACKED! We're diving into the “Urban Legend” remake announcement – is it necessary or sacrilege? Guy Ritchie's taking the “Road House” reigns with Jake Gyllenhaal – can he deliver the action we crave? And Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” continues to wonderfully defy expectations at the box office! We'll also analyze the Thunderbolts* new official title. Was it too early to reveal that spoiler after opening weekend? And give our first impressions of the explosive trailers for “Weapons,” “The Smashing Machine,” “Now You See Me: Now You Don't,” “Highest 2 Lowest,” and the buzzed about body horror film “Together,” starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco.

Revisiting Paul Haggis' Divisive Oscar Winner! Twenty years ago, Paul Haggis' "Crash" shocked the world by winning Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Join us as we dissect this controversial film starring Sandra Bullock, Don Cheadle, Matt Dillon, and an all-star cast, examining its impact, its enduring themes, and why it continues to spark debate. From the performances of Jennifer Esposito, William Fichtner, and Terrence Howard to the script co-written with Robert Moresco, we'll leave no stone unturned in this anniversary retrospective. 

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This week, we're drowning in movie news! From Sarah Michelle Gellar's triumphant big screen return alongside Elijah Wood and Shawn Hatosy in the “Ready or Not” sequel, "Ready or Not: Here I Come" to the buzz around Shawn Levy's Star Wars film with Ryan Gosling and Mikey Madison's surprising pass on going to a galaxy far far away, we've got the inside scoop. In other news, Jennifer Lopez and Robert Zemeckis are partnering for what could be an intriguing project with Netflix and we're dissecting ALL the hottest trailers: "I Know What You Did Last Summer," Zach Cregger's chilling "Weapons," "Him," "Fantastic Four: First Steps," the terrifying "28 Years Later," and a new look at "Another Simple Favor." Grab your popcorn and listen in!

From Ryan Coogler's vision to the captivating performances of Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, and Delroy Lindo, "Sinners" is a horror movie that demands attention. We're dissecting the film's themes of redemption, race damnation, and the haunting power of blues music within a vampire narrative. It’s the most talked about original film the industry has seen in years and it’s definitely one we had to explore on Back To The Blockbuster as Coogler has truly crafted a masterpiece for the ages.

1, 2, Freddy's coming for you… again!

We're diving deep into the controversial 2010 remake of “A Nightmare on Elm Street” for its (almost unbelievable) 15th anniversary! Was Samuel Bayer's vision truly a nightmare, or an unfairly maligned attempt to resurrect the horror icon created by Wes Craven? We dissect the script rewrites from Wesley Strick and Eric Heisserer, Jackie Earle Haley's take on Freddy Krueger, and the performances of Kyle Gallner, Rooney Mara, Katie Cassidy, Thomas Dekker, and Kellan Lutz. Joining in for this discussion after a long absence is our boy Donnie (@thedonnierequel on Instagram), who was one of the first guests of Back To The Blockbuster who helped turn it into what it is today. It’s a dream having him back but is this remake a nightmare worthy of horror praise or is it a bad dream we’d all like to forget? Listen in to find out!

Links For Guests: TheDonnieRequel

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This week, we're serving up a massive dose of movie news! We start with the web-slinging world: “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” finally has a release date, and we reveal the official title for “Spider-Man 4.” Next, we dissect the confirmed cast for Sam Mendes' highly anticipated Beatles biopics. Action fans rejoice! “John Wick 5” is officially happening with Keanu Reeves returning, and Donnie Yen is set to direct a thrilling “John Wick” spinoff. Magicians will be back with an official title for Now You See Me 3,” and David Fincher is reuniting with Brad Pitt for a “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” follow-up penned by Quentin Tarantino. We'll also discuss news about Ice Cube returning for a new  “Friday”  movie, the buzz around Robert Pattinson potentially joining “Dune 3,” the “Strangers: Chapter 2's” new release date, and the surprising controversy surrounding "A Minecraft Movie’s” chicken jockey scene creating a mess in theaters. Plus, Christopher Landon shares details on the “Scream VII” situation, and we honor the legacy of Val Kilmer. Finally, we'll break down the latest trailers for “Bring Her Back,” “Karate Kid: Legends,” “M3GAN 2.0,” “The Naked Gun,” “Tron: Ares,” and “Mission: Impossible - Final Reckoning.” It's the ultimate movie news roundup you won't want to miss!

We're celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Final Destination,” the film that made us terrified of premonitions and everyday objects! Join us as we dissect James Wong's horror classic, digging into the genius of Glen Morgan and Jeffrey Reddick's story. Beginning with Devon Sawa's desperate attempts to cheat death, we'll revisit the iconic cast, including Kerr Smith, Seann William Scott, Kristen Cloke, Tony Todd, Chad Donella, and Amanda Detmer. Prepare for a deep dive into the film's lasting impact and why Death's design is still one of the scariest concepts 25 years later. Cheating death can’t be done alone, so we brought back Alex and Dean from the Return Revenge Resurrection podcast to help us look back at how Final Destination paved the way for a franchise that still haunts fans today.

Links For Guests: Return Revenge Resurrection

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Non-stop movie news this week! We're breaking down the latest on “Avengers: Doomsday,” the casting of Zendaya as Ronnie Spector in Barry Jenkins' new film with A24, the power players behind the next James Bond movie, and the battle for “Texas Chainsaw Massacre, which could have the interest of Glen Powell! We also dive into the “Snow White” box office controversy, “Coyote Vs. Acme’s” new home, and dissect the latest trailers for Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another, Final Destination: Bloodlines,"Ballerina,” and “Together,” starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie.